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Ugly Heroes: Ugly Heroes

What is an Ugly Hero? “An UGLY HERO is the everyday blue collar individual that makes the world go ’round. These are the heroes that work hard all day, everyday to help ensure that the lives around them are taken care of, and do it all ...

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Mvstermind: A​.​D​.​D. (Artistically Day Dreaming) [2013]

In a couple of days, hard copies of Mvstermind, a.k.a. Mastermind Einstein’s new album A.D.D. (Artistically Day Dreaming) ships out to the United States. A newcomer to the world of indie, electro hip hop, Mastermind Einstein aims to prove his mettle...

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Goose’s Finite Summer Playlist: Summer 2006

Seven summers later, I still see June – August 2006 as one of the best times of my life. It was a summer filled with odd collaborations: Nelly Furtado and Timbaland; Shakira and Wyclef; and Christina Aguliera and DJ Premier. It was the summer before...

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Rock the Bells 2013! (10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY)

You know how we do here at HHSE. We love Rock the Bells and are glad to see the show coming to NJ again so you know eLL. and I will probably be there. This year’s line-up definitely has some of hip hop’s finest, modern-day stars – f...

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7 G.E.M.S.: Golden Era Music Sciences

Get knocked with a hook and then a left; make sure to watch for the uppercut. These punchline rappers go full force on their gritty new record, Golden Era Music Sciences. 7 G.E.M.S., the collaborative force of hip hop group Tragic Allies and elite r...

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May 23

“Humble Beginnings Extravagant Endings (prod. Shade Cobain)” – Slum Pritt!

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Stone

Taking a trip straight down memory lane, North Carolinian emcee Slum Pritt! looks back while simultaneously looking forward on “Humble Beginnings Extravagant Endings.” Produced by Shade Cobain, this new track has an eccentric tune enveloped by some punching drums. Get … Continue reading →

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May 23

“80-D (feat. AtM, Lyrique, Ciej & Sixela Yoccm)” – Mvstermind

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Stone

Recently, Mvstermind’s latest project A.D.D. was reviewed here on HHSE. Well now we are graced with some incredible visuals to one of the album’s stand-out tracks. “80-D” is an expertly produced, smoky anthem featuring a slew of artists that all add to … Continue reading →

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May 23

DJ Phonz The Architect: Beatz, Breaks & Boom-Bap EP Vol. 1 [2013]

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Stone

Chicago’s DJ Phonz dropped a 10 minute long EP of home-made instrumentals and break beats he named Beatz, Breaks & Boom-Bap EP Vol. 1. The entire feel of the single-track, multi-beat EP is very vintage with an emphasis on sample layering. … Continue reading →

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May 23

Damo: Golden Error (MIXTAPE)

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Stone

Dubbing this a promo tape, Damo crafts a promo masterpiece with Golden Error. Flipping the “golden era” ideal, Damo spits ill rhymes over some well-known industry beats. This provocative emcee incites some extra thought into listeners, not only with his verses … Continue reading →

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May 23

“Whole Life (feat. M1 of dead prez)” – A-Alikes

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Stone

dead prez‘ M1 accompanies A-Alikes on this politically charged track  (something we can expect from the activist DP member). A more quaint, key-laden instrumental supports these emcees rhymes and adds to the seriousness this track possesses.

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May 22

“Dreaming At The Surface (feat. AB & Marek Pędziwiatr)” – DJ Czarny & Tas

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Stone

DJ Czarny and Tas are back with their vibrant new track “Dreaming At The Surface.” An appropriate title for a dreamy track, “Dreaming At The Surface” features the flute and piano talents of Marek Pędziwiatr and the soulful singing of singer … Continue reading →

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May 22

“Late2TheParty” – Klassik

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Stone

Milwaukee’s Klassik mingles singing with rapping over the sensual, jazzy “Late2TheParty.” Follow along as Klassik poetically notes his ambitions to embrace a lovely lady. DOWNLOAD

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May 22

“Killin Emcees (feat. Cerebral) [prod. Keno Beats]” – Macabeats

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Stone

It’s always a fanfare here at HHSE when a new Keno Beats production comes in the inbox. This one is no different as the self-explanatory “Killin Emcees (feat. Cerebral)” by Macabeats kicks hard and delivers an exciting, hype-inducing anthem for … Continue reading →

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May 22

“TRACK 01 (prod. Knxwledge)” – Martin $ky

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Stone

The intro from Martin $ky’s upcoming project has dropped. It’s eerily wicked production handled by Knxwledge is stunning in detail and $ky’s dark, deep voice floats over the abstract production in a hypnotizing way. Get a taste of what is … Continue reading →

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May 22

“Pipe Dream (feat. NapzMeka & Phakt) [prod. Chis Uzosike]” – Nostic

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Stone

Rapping about pushing through the hard times in life, HHSE favorite Nostic gets on a Chisom Uzosike beat and teams up with NapzMeka and Phakt to drop some conscious bars over this intense production. DOWNLOAD

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  • “80-D (feat. AtM, Lyrique, Ciej & Sixela Yoccm)” – Mvstermind
  • “Humble Beginnings Extravagant Endings (prod. Shade Cobain)” – Slum Pritt!
  • The Best of J Dilla: Breaking Down His Albums 1-by-1
  • 7 G.E.M.S.: Golden Era Music Sciences
  • Propaganda: Excellent
  • “Dreaming At The Surface (feat. AB & Marek Pędziwiatr)” – DJ Czarny & Tas
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  • DJ Phonz The Architect: Beatz, Breaks & Boom-Bap EP Vol. 1 [2013]
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  • “80-D (feat. AtM, Lyrique, Ciej & Sixela Yoccm)” – Mvstermind
  • “Humble Beginnings Extravagant Endings (prod. Shade Cobain)” – Slum Pritt!
  • REBLOG: “J Dilla Anthology – Vol. 1-2-3-4-5-6″
  • Ugly Heroes: Ugly Heroes
  • Propaganda: Excellent
  • “Whole Life (feat. M1 of dead prez)” – A-Alikes
  • The Best of J Dilla: Breaking Down His Albums 1-by-1
  • Mvstermind: A​.​D​.​D. (Artistically Day Dreaming) [2013]

This Month

  • DJ Phonz The Architect: Beatz, Breaks & Boom-Bap EP Vol. 1 [2013]
  • 7 G.E.M.S.: Golden Era Music Sciences
  • “Cha Cha Cha” – MC Lyte
  • “80-D (feat. AtM, Lyrique, Ciej & Sixela Yoccm)” – Mvstermind
  • “Humble Beginnings Extravagant Endings (prod. Shade Cobain)” – Slum Pritt!
  • Propaganda: Excellent
  • Ugly Heroes: Ugly Heroes
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  • REBLOG: “J Dilla Anthology – Vol. 1-2-3-4-5-6″
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  • "80-D (feat. AtM, Lyrique, Ciej & Sixela Yoccm)" - Mvstermind
  • "World Wide Vibe (prod. Dr. Drumah)" - Marchitect
  • "Check The Ratio (Freestyle)" - K.ris R.aps
  • "Summer Cypher" - Freezy, TAllent & BirdCall
  • "They Think" - Badio

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  • DJ Phonz The Architect: Beatz, Breaks & Boom-Bap EP Vol. 1 [2013]
  • Damo: Golden Error (MIXTAPE)
  • "Late2TheParty" - Klassik
  • "Killin Emcees (feat. Cerebral) [prod. Keno Beats]" - Macabeats
  • "Pipe Dream (feat. NapzMeka & Phakt) [prod. Chis Uzosike]" - Nostic

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