[Music Video] Luke James ft. Hit-Boy - "Oh God" (Co-Starring Kevin Cossom)

While his breakthrough single "I Want You" proved without a doubt that he had some of the best male vocals in the industry right now, Luke James initially presented a very clean cut image. Thanks to the success of his 2012 mixtape Whispers In The Dark and his role as Beyonce's opening act for her European and U.S. Mrs. Carter Show tour dates, people are finally seeing that the New Orleans singer's got just the right amount of edge.

Peep a cameo from Kevin Cossom below as you tune in to the visuals for "Oh God" featuring Hit-Boy, my favorite Luke James track. Also and prepare yourself for his film debut in November's Black Nativity as well as his N.A.R.S/Def Jam debut album Made To Love!



Previously:

• [Music Video] Luke James - "I.O.U."
• Hit-Boy, Kent M$ney, Audio Push, B Mac The Queen, ScHoolboy Q, Casey Veggies, Xzibit, Rick Ross, Method Man, Redman & Raekwon - "Cypher"

Kevin Cossom - Hook Vs. Bridge II [FreEP]

Kevin Cossom sold me last summer when I heard his By Any Means mixtape, and although I may have been late to take notice, I know great music when I hear it. While many may disagree, I believe that  R&B is in a great place right now thanks to the talent of singer-songwriters like Kevin Cossom, BJ The Chicago Kid, Miguel, Jhene, and more.

Stream Kevin's Hook Vs. Bridge II below and hear what this leader of the new school has to offer! Download after the jump!

Kevin Cossom - Overflow [Music Video]

Kevin Cossom's Hook Vs. Bridge II is only hours away, but for now, check out the music video to "Overflow." The Walid Azami directed visuals pick up where "Things People Do" left off as Kevin takes his leading lady (the one with a whole boyfriend) on a getaway vacation. Make sure you check back in for the EP at 3PM ET!

Kevin Cossom - Things People Do [Music Video]

Kevin Cossom drops off another teaser video for his upcoming project Hook Vs Bridge II, dropping for FREE on April 18th. Watch below as the singer/songwriter snatches up a beautiful lady from her boyfriend.



Wonder how the next video will be? "I'm trapped in the closet....closet...closet.."

Props to AO!

Previously: Kevin Cossom - Excuses [Music Video]

Kevin Cossom - Excuses [Music Video]

Singer-songwriter Kevin Cossom has been working on some new stuff for a while, and we're finally getting a preview of what the Florida native's been cooking up for his upcoming pre-album EP Hook Vs. Bridge II. Watch the video teaser to "Excuses," below, and listen to By Any Means to hear more from KC!



Props to Cossom's Twitter

Previously: Kevin Cossom - Love Thru The Speaker

Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio, Vol. 14: Mama, I Made It!

A week ago, I finally put my money where my mouth is and purchased some digital turntables so that I could actually start practicing and getting ready for gigs.  Hence, the title "Mama, I Made It!"  I know I'm not at all where I dream of being, but I'm on my way!

Check out Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio, Vol. 14 below, which features an assortment of new music including tracks from Rick Ross, Pac Div, Wale, The Roots, XV, Drake, Kevin Cossom, Jhené Aiko and more!

Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio, Vol. 14
Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio, Vol. 14 Mama, I Made It! by Gangstas Use Emoticons

Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio, Vol. 13: R&B Leaders of the New School

I can't believe there are 13 of these now!

Hip Hop has changed dramatically over the years--almost everything is digital now and rappers can make music to anything because creativity seems endless. I welcome these changes with open arms and although there are a lot of sh*tty artists clogging the Internet, there are also incredible talents that can reach a large audience easier than ever before.

What few seem to notice is that the same movement is happening with R&B.  There are tons of amazing singers and songwriters that are participating in the progressive evolution of this genre that seems to be expanding just as quickly as rap.  I'd like to consider the standouts in R&B our "Leaders of the New School," although many who are just starting to gain major attention have been around in the industry for quite some time.

Check out a Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio, Vol. 13, a showcase of these R&B Leaders of the New School, which includes music from Miguel, Jhené Aiko, Teedra Moses, Frank Ocean, BJ The Chicago Kid, The Weeknd, and more!


Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio, Vol. 13: R&B Leaders of the New School

Kevin Cossom - Love Thru The Speaker

Kevin Cossom's stepping out of the shadows of his famous songwriting and features, and is prepping to release his debut album.  Check out the Bangladesh produced track, "Love Thru The Speaker," and let me know if you think he's got a hit on his hands!

Kevin Cossom - Love Thru The Speaker


Props to YHTN

Hit the jump for a late pass download of his mixtape, By Any Means!!

New Music Video: Pusha T & Kevin Cossom - Feeling Myself

New visuals from Pusha T.  "Feeling Myself" features singer-songwriter Kevin Cossum and will be re-released on the G.O.O.D. Music all-star's Fear of God 2: Let Us Pray EP on September 27th. Let me know what you think about the video in the comments section!

Hit the jump to hear what Pusha T has to say to Bootleg Kev about Consequence and his new EP.

Props to 2dopeboyz

Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio: Birthday Edition

Another rule to live by: Gangstas wear tie dye. I digress.

Drum roll please?!?!!!!

DJ Bankhead Presents the first mix of Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio--Vol. 1: The Birthday Edition! It features songs from Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole,  Cyhi The Prynce, Teedra Moses, Big Sean, and more.  Start your weekend off right and rock with me as I celebrate my Double Deu2e.

I apologize in advance for some of my mixing flubs. This DJ is still in kindergarten.



Tracklist after the jump: