Mike Posner's newest track is an ode to following your dream. Toast , which was produced in collaboration with Blackbear and MdL , speaks to having accomplished some of your goals while still knowing you have more goals to hit. The track is a little corny but how could any song like this not be? Posner has been putting out some quality work recently and this new track is worth checking out, will you download it, who knows... but it's worth the listen. BONUS: Mike Posner - Started From The [...]
Carmine Conte and Matteo Milleri, better known as Tale os Us , just released a preview to their latest EP Another Earth with m-nus . The duo put out their last release, Obscure Promises, through Renaissance two weeks ago with a description that the full song would only be available on their mix CD. Although I wasn't expecting to see a new EP this soon I'm definitely stoked it's here and I can't wait for the full tracks to drop... Check out both Obscure Promises and the Another Earth EP below and [...]
October's Very Own dropped a brand new freestyle late last night and the boy goes in. In comparison to Drake' s classic 9AM in Dallas freestyle, 5AM in Toronto shows how Drake's confidence has grown and how the Canadian rapper is adapting to the game. Understanding your position is a good thing and it would appear that Drake's finally confident with his place at the top of totem pole, and it's nice to see he knows he's not going anywhere... check out the track below and enjoy the classic 9AM in Dallas freestyle after [...]
Travis Porter released the trailer for their mixtape less than a week ago with a release a date for today... needless to say this doesn't always work out for rappers but I'm happy to say the boys delivered their project on time. The Mr. Porter Mixtape is hosted by DJ Teknikz, DJ Self & DJ Ill Will and includes some serious features from the likes of Gucci , Jeremih , Tyga , and many more. Download the mixtape below and check out the video trailer as well, it's a nice intro to the whole thing. [...]
We originally booked UZ back in Halloween to smash the trap room at New City Gas for our annual Kill Halloween party. Since then the boy has been making some serious moves and he is arguably the face of what trap music is becoming. UZ's newest mixtape which was produced at the Redbull Studios in LA and includes features with Salva , Trinidad James , Casey Veggies , and many more, however the true heart of the mixtape comes from UZ's ability to make you believe his sound. Whether it is the mystery, the persona, [...]
A girlfriend of mine originally introduced me to Tayyib Ali back with his track California Love over a year ago. Since then I've been following the rapper's progression and I'm happy to say that his skills and flow are only getting better with time. This young Pennsylvania native's newest mixtape, Keystone State of Mind 2, is a lyrical trip through the rapper's growth in the industry and the experiences a young successful rapper has to go through. Even though I've been a fan of Tayyib for a while now I still feel this is only the beginning for the man, [...]
Our hometown heros are making the trek to Toronto for a deep house gig at the Jay City Jive. The Love on the Beat specialists will be bringing their talents to College and Bathurst and if you're in the area you best be making an appearance. Jay London's latest: Myfrienderic's latest:
Adidas Originals united A-trak and So Me to create their newest ad campaign, and to be completely honest, they hit it out of the park. Premiering a new track by GTA which is slated to be out sooner rather than later, the campaign shows people from all walks of life just doing there thing and killing it. Enjoy the video below:
In anticipation for his upcoming EP, Jesse Rose released his remix with Thee Mike B of Shuffle that Paper. The track has funky goodness all over it and has that balanced nicely with some darker vocals. Shuffle The Paper will no doubt be a HUGE track for 2013 and I for one can't wait to hear the rest of the Paper Heart EP which drops exactly 1 week from today... until then, ENJOY!
The ever energetic and always dope Thugli just released a remix of Grandtheft 's My House and it is absolutely ridiculous. With massive chopped and screwed vocals and an intense trap back beat this track is guaranteed to get any crowd, let alone trap fans, going absolutely mental. Check out the track below and keep an eye out for Thugli in Miami during WMC , he's playing on the 21st and the 23rd.
Yours Truly recently released a new video fo our new friend Shlohmo producing alongside R&B icon Jeremih . The first time we heard a collaboration between Jeremih and Shlohmo it was Shlohmo's unofficial remix of Jeremih's Fuck You All The Time, now the boys are back with an all original: Bo Peep. Although you don't get to hear the song in it's entirety yet, the video offers you and indepth look at how to amazing artists work together to create great music. Check out the recap video below and a nice little bonus under that... [...]
New City Gas recently released their final event for March. With an already mental line-up including Chuckie, Adventure Club, and Zedd , we are happy to announce that Mord Fustang will be playing at New City Gas on March 16th. Considering the massive response for the rest of the artists this month we can only expect the same thing for Mr. Fustang so make sure to cop your tickets A$AP. Official Facebook Event Mord Fustang Page BONUS: Mord Fustang's Champloo
UK band The 1975 are releasing their newest EP today and it is DEFINITELY worth the listen. The band released their first EP back in November and the aptly titled "Sex" drew massive critical acclaim. Thankfully, The 1975 didn't disappoint and the "Music for Cars" EP is both avant-garde and easy to listen to, indulge in both EPs below and make sure to stay on this group... it's only up from here. Music For Cars EP: Sex EP:
Illuminati AMS 's newest track is a trap rendition of Lana Del Rey 's Burning Desire which was released on her Paradise EP in November of last year. The description on the song explains that the Dutch duo created the track during a drive to Paris... definitely pushing the boundaries of what one can do with a laptop. Check out the latest from Illuminati AMS below and enjoy the video of Lana's original track below that... BONUS: Lana Del Rey's Burning Desire
The ever artistic rap recluse Kid Cudi released his latest track last week and I'm happy to say it's exactly what I expected. Keeping with his rock inspired sound Cudi releases a melodic track reminiscent of his first major hit Day N' Night. Check out Kid Cudi's latest below and keep a close eye to see what is next from the lonely stoner.
I originally introduced Ryan McDermott with the video of his live performance of his track Paradise. Last week the G.O.O.D. music performer released his second single with non-other than California based rapper Hit-Boy. Listen to both Mcdermott's newest single Joy followed by the acoustic version of his first single Paradise below... Bonus: Paradise
The first time I posted one of Chance the Rapper's tracks on our site was less than a week ago and the man has already released another track that, without a doubt, deserves to be posted. Juice is a high energy, reggaeton inspired, vocal gem, where Chance displays not only his creativity but also his versatility. I can't wait to see what's going to come next from this Illinois native, but for now Juice is what's up, so download, share, and get this guy the plays he deserves.
Candi Staton's Hallelujah Anyway was original rereleased into the deep house world with Larse 's Dub and Vocal remixes which were released through Defected . The label has since had a couple other DJs work on the track and what we now have two great remixes from the likes of Ashley Beedle and David Penn as well as a rework of Candi Staton's original Disco track... take a listen below and let us know what you think! Original Larse Dub & Vocal Remixes
Love on the Beat regulars Prince Club and Poupon came together for their latest work the Only One EP. Prior to this, Prince Club's latest release was a collaboration with Rick Rude on Jesse Rose's Play It Down label. We can only expect more and more from these rising deep house stars so keep a close eye out for more releases soon. Come check out Poupon at both of our upcoming Hot Since 822 shows in Montreal and Toronto and enjoy the new EP below, it is scheduled to release on NURVOUS [...]
Pro Era Radio just dropped an amazing rework of Maxwell's Bad Habits featuring Dirty Sanchez, Capital STEEZ, and Rockamouth. The true genius behind this track lies with Black Diamond who produced the track but as per usual the Beast Coast crew doesn't disappoint. Check out the new track below and under that the original by Maxwell. Maxwell's Bad Habits
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