Elzhi - The World Is Yours x It Ain't Hard To Tell

I'm sure many people were sceptical about the ex-Slum Villager taking on one of the greatest Hip-Hop albums of all-time, but I was never in any doubt that this was going to be nothing short of incredible as soon as I had heard 'Detroit State Of Mind'. Elzhi has been one of my favourite MCs for the past 10 years and is lyrically as good as anyone, and I really do mean anyone. The way that him and producer Will Sessions have gone about making this mixtape is flawless - without changing a great deal they have created the perfect tribute to one of the best albums and rappers we have ever heard. This will be the best mixtape of 2011, and I wouldn't be surprised if this is better than any Hip-Hop you will hear this year. Download HERE. Elzhi the greatest.

"To my man J Dilla god bless your life"

Elzhi - Halftime

First video from ELzhi's upcoming mixtape, Elmatic, which will be available to download on May 10th. This is going to be monstrous.

Beastie Boys - Too Many Rappers x Nonstop Disco Powerpack

Beastie Boys have made a long awaited return with their new album, Hot Sauce Committee Pt. 2, which is set to drop on May 3rd. Below are two of my favourite tracks - first up is a collaboration with Hip-Hop legend NaS that was performed @ Bonnaroo back in 2009, but I’ve been eagerly anticipating the final version since then, and I’m glad to say that it didn’t disappoint. The second is a massive disco infused track, which for me sums up everything that the Boys are about. For me, this album is a must buy.

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Detroit State Of Mind

Another new track from an ex-Slum Villager, but this time it’s Elzhi, who for me is one of the best/most under-rated MC’s of the past 10 years. Consistently churning out top quality music here is an example of what you can come to expect on May 10th when he releases Elmatic, which is a re-worked version of NaS’ classic debut album. Risky business, but he seems to be smashing it.

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Dog Shit

Some new Mobb Deep, which is once again produced by Alchemist, and features Mr. NaSir Jones. Feels like we’ve gone back to ‘94 on this one. Prodigy & Havoc mean business again.

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Rich And Black X Masters Of Our Fate

Two of my favourite joints from Raekwon’s upcoming 5th solo album, Shaolin Vs Wu-Tang. First up is Rich And Black, which features fellow Hip-Hop legend NaS, and is an absolute monster - Sean C & L went crazy on the beat. The second track is Masters Of Our Fate, which has a much more laid back vibe and features Roots member Black Thought. Everything about this album screams classic and is guaranteed to be one of the best Hip-Hop albums of 2011. Make sure you get your copy on March 8th. Wu-Tang forever baby.

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As We Enter

As We Enter was one of my favourite singles of 2010 and now Bristol born garage producer Skinnz has put his own twist on it, creating a massive dancefloor shaker. BOOM!

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Sick new video for NaS & Damian Marley’s latest single, Patience. This is still my favo

Sick new video for NaS & Damian Marley’s latest single, Patience. This is still my favourite album of last year - they have a special chemistry.

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Get Down

One of my favourite NaS tracks has been given the once over by Cookin Soul, and the result is rather delicious. You can find it on their new mixtape with Don Cannon, which you can download HERE.

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If I Ruled The World (Shin-Ski Remix)

Shin-Ski, the producer behind ShinSight Trio, has released an album with 10 classic Hip-Hop tracks that he has flipped and given a completely new sound. Here is what he did with the NaS joint. Hit the jump to see the tracklist.

01. The Pharcyde - Runnin’
02. J-88 - Look Of Love
03. Bahamadia - Uknowhowwedo
04. Lauryn Hill - Lost Ones
05. Sade - Taboo
06. Da Bush Babees - We Run Things
07. De La Soul - Itssoeezzz
08. Mad Skillz - Nod Factor
09. NaS - If I Ruled The World
10. Beastie Boys - Alive

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