Kid Cudi – Just What I Am

Scott Mescudi is back with King Chip with new material off his upcoming album.  Cudi handles the directing on this one and gives a nice party video, red solo cups and everything.  His sing/rap style still works, I also recommend checking out his track on Cruel Summer, “Creepers.”

Kanye West – White Dress

Off of RZA’s upcoming movie soundtrack, “The Man with the iron Fists,” Kanye returns to his storytelling roots and a more soulful production  I miss this Kanye, no autotune, no futuristic samples.  Let’s hope his next album follows this formula.

Kanye West – White Dress

50 Cent ft. Too Short – First Date

I just can’t get enough of the G-Unit general himself going off over these boom bap soulful beats.  He brings along West Coast legend Too Short along for the ride.  I must admit I wasn’t a fan of him singing the chorus, but it has grown on me.  Street King Immortal coming soon.

50 Cent ft. Too Short – First Date

Joe Budden ft. Lil Wayne & Tank – She Don’t Put It Down Like You

So much new music coming out, I will get some free time this weekend to update.  Just to clue you in, I am still listening to the Big Sean mixtape, the Slaughterhouse album and mixtape,  DJ Drama’s album, Miguel’s album, and even T-Pain’s new release.  Anyway here comes a single that was tucked away for a while but finally has seen the light of day.  Joe Budden comes through over a “Young Money” sounding beat along with Wayne and Tank.  Sounds good to me until Wayne comes on.

Joe Budden ft. Lil Wayne & Tank – She Don’t Put It Down Like You

J. Cole – Get Free Coleworld

J.Cole doing what he does best right here, great lyrics over a Major Lazer beat who is responsible for Alex Clare’s hit “Too Close,” (that catchy song from the Windows Commercial), and he ends on a nice sample from Mr. Shakur.  Major Lazer is made up of Diplo and Switch who previously met while working M.I.A.

J. Cole – Get Free Coleworld

G.O.O.D. Music – The Morning

The G.O.O.D. music compilation is out, and after a couple quick listens as I drove up and down California this past week, there are some nice gems on this album.  “The Morning,” features Raekwon, Common, 2 Chainz, Cyhi The Prynce, Kid Cudi & D’Banj.  It is surprisingly Common’s only feature on the album which is a shame as his trademark voice shines after the first chorus.  Pusha T is really the common contributor along with Kanye and his lyrics are top notch.  Also check out “To The World,” feat. R. Kelly, “Creepers,” with Kid Cudi and “Higher,” featuring The Dream, Ma$e, and Cocaine 80’s.  Definitely recommend picking up the album.

G.O.O.D. Music – The Morning

Colin Munroe Ft. Kendrick Lamar x Ab-Soul – Scars N Stars

The first time I heard of Colin Munroe, was his version of Kanye’s “Flashing Lights,” and I was impressed by his vocal style and creative take on the track.  Fast forward a couple years, and this Canadian has released a star studded mixtape, Unsung Hero (d/l here).  Featuring appearances from Pusha T, RZA, Kendrick Lamar, and Cassie, this mixtape has its share of gems.  Check out “Scars N Stars,” which features his “No Make-up,” co star Kendrick.  Find both songs below.

Colin Munroe Ft. Kendrick Lamar x Ab-Soul – Scars N Stars

Kendrick Lamar ft. Colin Munroe – No Make-Up