Thursday, December 31, 2009

theGrindStoned's Top Ten Tapes of '09


also i figure this was appropriate theme music
Ok, this one has been in the works for a little while. All year I listen to enormous amounts of tracks and tapes by an array of various artists/ groups. All the while I am considering which ones deserve to be called the best. Then out of that "best" group there is an even finer categorization of the 'Best of the Year'. This is the list that you have all been waiting for and here on New Years Eve it has arrived...
This is theGrindStoned's Top Ten Tapes of '09, as follows in no perticular order:
1.) Freddie Gibbs, The Labels Tryin' To Kill Me
2.) Curren$y & Wiz Khalifa, How Fly
3.) Kidz in the Hall, The Professional Leisure Tour
4.) CunninLynguists, Strange Journey Vol. 2
5.) Lil Wayne, No Ceilings
6.) Slaughterhouse, Slaughterhouse
7.) Willie the Kid, The Fly
8.) Curren$y, This Ain't No Mixtape
9.) The Cool Kids, Gone Fishin
10.) B.o.B., B.o.B. vs. Bobby Ray
Happy New Years.
Samson

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Fresh Vid Time...

Anyone remember this dope little number, I don't ever remember seeing the video back in the day, but I also wasn't watching to many music videos back then so there you go.
Enjoy.
Samson

Friday, December 25, 2009

This Is How We Do. In 2010...


Why do I look forward to every Cool Kids release? Not to hard to tell, every release is fresh; consistently. To be honest from all the Cool Kids songs I've heard I can't recall one I didn't like. The Cool Kids are innovative and here to stay (all of their clothing fads aside). I know that they like to consider themselves the new Beastie Boys, and I'm cool with that. I mean I'm a huge Beastie fan even the new track they did with Nas. But, to be honest I don't think of The Cool Kids as the next coming of Beastie Boy, I don't feel they're picking up any slack in the Beastie's absence. I feel like they've carved a different but similar niche. I get the similarity in the fact that they both have heavy drum patterns and steady 'get your point across' lyrics. I remember hearing a quote by or about the Beastie Boys stating that at their concerts they were hoping for a hip- hop crowd yet the majority was drunk frat boys. Well 2009 eh. 2010 this is where its at. Your ideal frat/ college/ I'm The Shit music. Thank you Cool Kids.
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Sunday, December 20, 2009

School Who? School You...

Three21Media puts out the dopest videos hands down. Take this Freeway and Jake One video a real sick guerilla style video.

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Dude N Nem

I'm not usually a fan of Dude N Nem's songs such as 'Watch My Feet' with I thought to be basically just obnoxious, but saw this video which is pretty sick , and the song is produced by Xcel beats.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Leaked Young Money track 'Pass That Dutch' of upcoming 'We Are Young Money'...
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Enjoy.
Samson.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

King of the Hill


I downloaded this tape a couple days ago, and really only grabbed it because I saw that there was a Pill remix on it so was instantly intriuged. I was pretty impressed this with collection of remixes, and can tell you it's def. worth a download even if only for a few listens and too add to your library...
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Get Down.
Samson.

Liscence To Kill...


Here's a new mixtape featuring the artistry of Slaughterhouse member Joell Ortiz. This is a must download this guy has some skills to be reckoned with...
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Make Sure To Download.
Samson.

New Leaked Wayne

Just got this track today it's reportedly off of Lil Wayne's upcoming rock album Rebirth. Eminem is featured on this track, I would have to say for not loving Eminem's newer work he killed Wayne on this beat. The beat is real nice with a dingy rock feel to it...
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So Enjoy.
Samson

Monday, December 14, 2009

San Fran...

I'm not the hugest fan of Latino Rap but this is a sick song with a dope video to accompany...

I'd Never Steal From Santa Cuz That Ain't Right...


Ok, well it's about that time for some Xmas music however here at theGrindStoned I like to keep it kind of unconventional so we'll keep it fresh with a Christmas song there's a good chance you've never heard of, and one I hope you have.
First Buck Santa by Akil the MC from Jurassic 5:
Next we've got a classic Christmas in Hollis by Run DMC
Seasons Greetings.
Samson.

Holy Shit...

This group is incredible. While Slaughterhouse is a supergroup the Gold Chain Military is exactly what there name implies, an army of talent. Similar to the likes of Wu- Tang.
"Introducing the Gold Chain Military. GCM consist of Planet Asia, Tristate, Killer Ben, Turbin, Killa Kali, Sav Killz & Montage One… The Gold Chain Military debut album Chain of Command is set to be released Feb. 23rd 2010 on Gold Chain Music/RBC-Records. Featuring Production by Alchemist, Babu, Large Professor, Thayod Ausar, Evidence, Architech, Masterkraftsmen, Jazimoto & more." (2dopeboyz.okayplayer.com).
Be Amazed.
Samson.

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Lil More Lyrical...

Well I was talking to a friend today and he mentioned he'd like to see some more lyrical features on my site. So for your audio pleasure here's Illa J, J. Dilla's brother. Illa J is a masterful lyricist with a passion for perfection like his brother R.I.P. Dilla.
Stay Satisfied.
Samson.

New Mickey Factz Track...

New Mickey Factz Just released get some, I'm assuming this is off his new album 'Alpha' which drops the first of the year, so get ready big things are coming...
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Samson.

Cooler Than a Polar Bear's Toenail...Willie the Kid


I made sure that I coppped 'The Outkast' as soon as it dropped, midnight a couple nights ago. This was actually convenient for me considering that I'm in Pacific time and it actually dropped at 10 P.M. So to be honest I was a little dissapointed at first listen of this tape. I was expecting a Outkast tribute and out comes a twenty -seven minute warm up. The rhymes seemed intelligent and up to par but the Outkast connection just wasn't there for me regarding the flow over the Outkast beats. Then I gave it a second more attentive listen, and realized it was one of the more intelligent tapes to come out in some time , and I would even feel comfortable saying it is in my top ten fav. mixtapes of the year. The third time I listened to this album I listened first to the original Outkast counterpart and then consequently played the Willie the Kid version. Some might take this as an unfair comparison of a comeup kid vs. a veteran group, but I saw it as a challenge and a compliment. Willie has a phenomenal repetoire and uses it wisely over these tried and true Outkast beats. Its also notable that Willie made his precence known in a mere 27 minutes. I give this tape two thumbs way up and if not done so already make use of the download below. I suggest first listening to the whole tape, but some standout tracks would have to be: Black Ice, Chonkyfire, Benz or Beamer, and Out of This World. One change I would make is placing out of this world last Willie tore that beat up and had the whole Outkast feel on it, incredible.
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Monday, December 7, 2009

Droppp...


Ok, so as promised here it is Willie the Kid's 'Outkast'... I need time to listen so review later!
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Enjoy!!
Samson.

Anticipation...


I am wicked excited to get my hands on the new Willie the Kid mixtape "Outkast", where he pays tribute to Outkast by flowing on some of their more iconic beats. I'm sure we can also expect a decent amount of songs on this album to feature his brother LA the Darkman. This is going to be a sick mixtape if the two tracks I've heard off of it are any indicator of its greatness. So get a fat blunt and get ready to click the link at midnight to pick this up. I will have it on here A.S.A.P

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Enjoy!!
Samson.

Sunday, December 6, 2009

The Kickdrums...


If I had to label the Kickdrums I'd have to say they have a style real similar to that of Radiohead but with a Hip-Hop appeal. This group has established themselves as real niche in the beat making world. The group consists of two members Alex Fitts and Matt Penttila. While honing their skills they've worked with numerous big names, just to name a few there's Kid Cudi, Ray Cash, and 50 Cent.

I also like how they use Banksy style street art on the covers of their albums.
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Enjoy.
Samson.

Friday, December 4, 2009

Dipset West


Check out this pretty fly mixtape from Dipset West...
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She as Hot As Hell, Lets Call Her Helen...


A track off of Lil Wayne's upcoming rock album Rebirth was recently leaked. So here it is for free download. It's a pretty sick song with a sample from the song She's on Fire from the Scarface soundtrack. The track starts just like the sampled version then when the original singing would come in the beat becomes blended with drum patterns and guitars fading in and out; seemlessly interwoven with Wayne's lyrics. This beat is produced by Cool & Dre.
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Enjoy.
Samson.

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Your RIght Boston is the Best...


Today I was listening to my iPod and Guru's "Sights in the City" came on and was followed by Termanology's "When We Were Kids". So this got me thinking of the Boston rap scene or the lack of it. I mean all we got going right now is Masspike Miles I mean what's that say because he's putting out weak tracks with Maybach Music Group. I'm not impressed, so I found this newer track with Termanology on it, and just like all the other tracks I've heard by him is impressive. Since I'm throwing this video up and labeling it Boston I might as well throw a couple other videos featuring Boston rap artists. Also if you have any Boston rap you think I should be playing send it my way.

Boston Stay Up.
Samson

More Goose

For all of you out there too lazy to download the mixtape here's a video of one of the dopest songs off of Homeless in Holly wood...

Enjoy.
Samson.

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Top Gun...


Ok, so I donwloaded this mixtape (Homeless in Hollywood) by the artist Goose and was digging it so decided to check this dude out. Problem was I looked all over and couldn't find anything besides his myspace.com info: “Homeless In Hollywood is being in a familiar place and unfamiliar place at the same time.” For Goose, this is the transition from striving to “making it.” The Syracuse born rapper relocated to Florida at a young age without the intentions of evolving into what he has become today. It wasn’t until after high school, where he developed enough confidence in himself to pursue the unthinkable. In 2006, he made his first appearance on the EA Sports’ Madden 2007 soundtrack. Enduring the last few years of personal experiences and early career woes, Homeless In Hollywood (Goose’s first full length mixtape/ EP) is the product of what this industry has made him. “All these new ideas and fresh sounds, is everything music is not supposed to be.” As Goose attempts to occasionally step out of the box, his goal in music is to always give the people something else and to continue developing as a rapper and as an artist." But overall this is a pretty sick mixtape with an impressive flow pattern thats relative to his beats. I particularly liked the tracks No Sushine and Diamonds. So check this shit out...

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Friday, November 27, 2009

Please Don't Disturb...


Sorry for the brief absence I will be back tomorrow with a few dope reviews. So don't fret because here's a dope video to temporarily quench your thirst for my amazing musical taste. lol.
Enjoy.
Samson.

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Kurt Vonnegut...

New Slaughterhouse vid for the song "Microphone". Pretty sick song, wasn't a huge fan of the whole album but this is song is def. up there...
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Really Triple Cs????

I'm speechless how can a group like Triple Cs even start to diss Krs-One on any level that is absolutely ridiculous and shouldn't be happening. And how the hell are you saying that the only reason people stating hip- hop is dead is because their broke. Stop being ignorant.
And just remember 50 Cent is laughing at all the money your racking in from your sales...
Samson.

Update

Young Hash just got back to me didn't give me a date for the drop but his album Str8 Drop Vs. Da Whip is coming out soon! More to Come.

OK, OK...

Alright so my boy told me about this dude a while ago, this guy Young Hash is from New York and affiliated with Cory Gunz.

I've tried to hit him up a couple times on twitter with no response so anyone know where I can get more of this guy's music let me know I'm sure I should find some soon enough..
Stay Up.
Samson.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Leaked Tracks

These are just a couple leaked tracks from two albums getting ready to be released. One Wiz Khalifa - Goodbye off of Deal Or No Deal which drops Nov. 24th.
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The other is Freddie Gibbs - The Wrong One on The Labels Trying to Kill Me: The Best of Freddie Gibbs which is set to drop on Dec. 1st.
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Enjoy.
Samson.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Common Sense by Thomas Paine...


People trying to state that Freddie Gibbs and Pill are talented yet have limited reach because they take a lot from other rappers is a cop out. This couldn't be further from the truth. Rappers such as Pill and Gibbs are paying homage to the greats, there is no doubt in my mind that they've already flexed their vocal muscles on proven hit beats and used similar rhyme patterns to achieve an impressive product. It's not fair to judge them this early in their careers to a full extent, because they have only just begun to hone their skills and every track/ album they put out is going to be inherently that much better. What's happening is that these rappers are getting boxed in by people quick to make assumptions. The fact that they rap over so many greats, past beats should be a hint at the fact that they are already able to keep up with the greats on their own tracks. On Pill's most recent mixtape he has a tribute to both Biggie and Pac. Gibbs is already featured on a established artists album (CunninLynguists, Strange Jouney Vol. II). Give them time and they will out swagg any artists on the current scene without a doubt. Just remember it's necessary to learn to fly before you soar with the eagles, but these two are already flying with the best.
Ya Dig?
Samson.
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Sunday, November 15, 2009

Young Money Who?

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Saturday, November 14, 2009

Hmmm...

A pretty sick song paired with an odd video.

J DIlla fresh vids...

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Follow Me...

As promised here's a selection of videos taken from my iPod's top 25 list:
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Stay Up.
Samson.

Monday, November 9, 2009

Top 25 on iPod...


I'm not sure if anyone saw on twitter but earlier I was planning on posting the 10 most played songs on my iPod. I don't have much time right now so here's what I'm going to do. I'm posting the song titles and artists right now and then later tonight I will throw up some audio/ vids of most or all of these songs.
1.) She Can't Wait by Demarco
2.) Conversations With God by Charles Hamilton
3.) No Games by Serani
4.) She Came Along by Kid Cudi
5.) Sky Might Fall by Kid Cudi
6.) Rollin' (Remix) by Kid Cudi
7.) I Poke Her Face by Kid Cudi
8.) Triggerman by Lil Wayne
9.) Turn My Swag On by Soulja Boy
10.) Spiffed Up by Travis Porter
11.) Get That Money by Birdman & Lil Wayne
12.) Toy Story by Charles Hamilton
13.) Everybody's Nobody by XV, Seven, Wiz Khalifa
14.) Hey Ya by Obadiah Parker
15.) I'm at War by Sean Kingston & Lil Wayne
16.) Brooklyn Girls by Charles Hamilton
17.) In the Projects byFreddie Gibbs
18.) I'm the Ish by Kanye West
19.) Switchin Lanes by Kid Cudi
20.) Closer to the Sun by Slightly Stoopid
21.) The Planes by Wiz Khalifa & Currensy
22.) Make It Look Easy by Yo Gotti
23.) Two Coins by Dispatch
24.) E.O.T.W. (aka Donnie Darko) by Novel
25.) Still Selling Drugs- Young Dro & Yung LA
Get on it.
Samson.

Sunday, November 8, 2009

New Lupe Mixtape...

Lupe Fiasco has a new mixtape coming out Nov. 25th. This is most definitely something I'll be anticipating, see if I can't track down some leaked tracks. Currently he has not come up with a name for the mixtape
Stay Up.
Samson.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Just Some Tracks...


Just a couple dope songs I've been meaning to put up, nothing new or just released. Just a couple songs you should know.
Enjoy.
Samson.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Save the Game...


CunninLynguists new album Strange Journey Volume Two dropped yesterday, and it is incredible to say the least. The majority of the tracks have catchy inventive beats combined with impressive lyrics inter-weaved throughout. There's also some sick guest appearances on this album including Freddie Gibbs, Sean Price, and E- 40. My favorite tracks would have to be The W.W.K.Y.A. Tour (Substantial Feat. Efamm) (Remix), and Imperial (Feat. Freddie Gibbs). I was real stoked to hear Imperial with Freddie Gibbs, because Gangsta Gibbs is on his game right now coming out with tons of sick songs in a time when talented gangsta rappers are far and few between.
Stay Fresh.
Samson

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Time To Blow Up...

Going to see Cam'Ron tonight, He hasn't been putting out to much lately, I've caught a couple mixtapes and mixtape tracks. The rap world could use a new Killa Cam album in its life.
Regardless though this should be a dope concert even though its at a smaller venue (DV8, Tucson).

Listening to classic tracks like this reminded me of the kind of hip- hop I listened to in High School which for some season made me think of Fam-Lay.
He never actually put out an official album (2 attempts but no realease), he is still occasionally coming out with new tracks. Fam-Lay is affiliated with Pharell's Star- Trak.
Enjoy.
Samson.

Monday, October 26, 2009

Your a Shyne-ing Star...

It seems like Shyne just can't win, after finally being released from jail he was immediately detained by Immigration. Shyne was born in Belize and authorities are trying to figure out whether to deport him or finally let him be so he can bless our ears with more fresh lyrics and do some good for the rap community.

Enjoy.
Samson.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Oh Canada!

The Canadian rap group Swollen Members is back at it, releasing a new album this month on the 27th. Swollen Members is a pretty lyrically awesome group consisting of Prevail, Mad Child, and Rob the Viking. This group also has affiliations with the Rock Steady Crew.
So sit back and jam out to their kicking tunes.
Enjoy.
Samson.

Friday, October 9, 2009

We Got Fly Mile High Club Members

WILLIE THE KID - {THE FLY} TRAILER #2 *NSFW* from williethekid on Vimeo.

Damn this song is so fly if you didn't get Willie the Kid's The Fly yet get on it your missing out ...
Stay Up.
Samson.

New Juicy J & Rick Ross Employed By IRS

What's better than Rick Ross trying to call out Mayweather for owing the IRS money?
Only the video for 'North Memphis Like Me' by Juicy J, V Slash, and Project Pat.
Sick track and definetely check out Juicy J's newer stuff he throws it down.
Stay Up.
Samson.


Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Damn...

Talk about supergroups, this song/ group is incredible, I'd say up there with The Firm and LOX, keep making dope tunes SlaughterHouse. And does Joell Ortiz look like a spanish Turtle from Entourage?

Enjoy,
Samson.

Time For Some Seasonal Music...


Halloweens coming up so here you go. A little theme music from the Arsonists and Snoop Dogg.
Enjoy,
Samson.

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Opener...


Forgot to mention before that Mayer Hawthorne will be the opener for Ghostface Killah. Hawthorne's a pretty profound guy, he's a rapper/producer/ DJ/ and soul singer. He has two names he goes by the one Mayer Hawthorne is his soul music that he's been putting out, the second is Haircut who raps and DJs. He also does some stuff with the rap group Athletic Mic Leauge. He also just came out with a new album, A Strange Arrangement, which is real fresh and brings you back to Motown, Curtis Mayfield, Barry White, and Smokey Robinson. Do yourself a favor and check this guy out.
Enjoy,
Samson.

Get On It...


On the 13th I'm going to be seeing Ghostface Killah at the Rialto Theater in Tucson, AZ. I've liked Ghostface since his Wu- Tang days. Also he just came out with a new album, Ghostdini Wizard of Poetry. My hope is that he doesn't just focus on plugging his new album and performs some classics like Camay and Verbal Intercourse even though Nas and Raekwon won't be there.
I'm not the hugest fan of his new album but it's also not horrible, Most of the better tracks are featured on his last mixtape, Fish Scale Pt. 2 The Mixtape which had more of an original Ghostface feel and less of the mainstream sound of Ghostdini Wizard of Poetry. There were definitely a couple sick songs though.
Enjoy,
Samson.