Jon Connor - The Blue Album [New Mixtape]

Jon Connor refuses to stop until he proves to everyone that he is the "Best In The World." Hopefully, by the end of listening to his new mixtape The Blue Album, you'll at least consider him a legitimate contender for the throne. Listen to the DJ Green Lantern hosted mixtape below, which showcases Connor's versatility as he rhymes over some of the most memorable tracks from Jay-Z's Blueprint trilogy.


Download: Jon Connor - The Blue Album

Previously: Jon Connor - You Don't Know

B.o.B - So Good [Video Teaser]

B.o.B's "Strange Clouds" has had a great run, already earning the ATLien a platinum plaque.  Hopefully his next single "So Good" does just as well when it drops on iTunes on Feb. 21st.  For now, catch a video preview of the official second single below, and let me know what you think about B.o.B's selection in the comments below!



Props to Advent Outpost

Previously: B.o.B Announces New Single & Strange Clouds Push Back

Cassie - King Of Hearts [Music Video]

Cassie is officially making her return to music with her new dance single "King Of Hearts" after a six year hiatus. Just days after releasing the single, the video is already ready to go. Strategic? I think so.  No complaints here!



I'm not gonna lie. This song is pretty catchy.

Props to HHNM

Previously: Cassie - King Of Hearts

Usher - Climax [Prod. by Diplo]

I haven't been feeling too well today :( but the second I heard Usher had a new track, I got right on up.  Diplo released this new age track moments ago, and it's already going crazy on the net.  Hit up the comments and let me know what you think about the track! Download coming soon!

Download: Usher - Climax [Prod. by Diplo]
Usher - Climax Lyrics

Props to the homie D.SCOTT

Previously: Romeo Santos ft. Usher - Promise

Big Sean Is #9 On MTV's Hottest MCs List [VIDEO]

MTV's been getting a lot of heat (rightfully so I might add) for their Hottest MCs of 2011 list.  Landing at #9 on the list is Big Sean who had a huge year with his debut album, Finally Famous.  Take a listen to the debate below, and hit up the comments to add a few thoughts of your own!



Props to MTV

Previously: Big Sean - Two Can Win (J. Dilla Tribute)

Kendrick Lamar - Cartoon & Cereal ft. Gunplay

Yes!!! New Kendrick! And nope, it's not a rated G version of P&P. Check out Kendrick Lamar's innovative track "Cartoon & Cereal" below as he and MMG's Gunplay give us nearly 7 minutes of new heat. This one's definitely on repeat status over here.

Kendrick Lamar - Cartoon & Cereal ft. Gunplay

Download: Kendrick Lamar - Cartoon & Cereal
Kendrick Lamar - Cartoon & Cereal ft. Gunplay Lyrics

Props to RM

Previously: Peter Rosenberg Interviews Kendrick Lamar & ScHoolboy Q [VIDEO]

Rick Ross - MMG Untouchable [Music Video]

Rick Ross continues to rep his set on the visuals to Rich Forever standout "MMG Untouchable." Watch below as Timbaland and French Montana join the furred up Bawse, and hit up the comments with your thoughts!



Props to Nah Right

Previously: Rick Ross - Rich Forever Interview With Shaheem Reid Pt. 1 [VIDEO]

Stevie Wonder Rocks The Party With Common After The Grammys [VIDEO]

After the Grammys, Common hit up LA's Conga room for a post-awards concert.  While rhyming "The People" after over a Dilla beat, he surprised the entire crowd by bringing out the legend Stevie Wonder.  Watch below as he takes over and adds hype man to his long list of accomplishments and gets the audience to pay tribute to Whitney Houston!



Props to okayplayer

Previously: Common Says Beef With Drake Is Over [VIDEO]

Bilal - Little One (Acoustic)

Sadly, this is the final Tuesday of Bilal's Airtight's Acoustics series although the good news is that he saved the best for last.  Listen below as he sings "Little One" from the Airtight's Revenge album, a track written to his son who has autism.

If you're like me and won't be able to attend Bilal's Valentine's Day Concert at SOBs, don't worry because okayplayer will be live streaming the concert at 9:00 ET!



Props to okayplayer

Previously: Bilal - Levels (Acoustic)

Dawn Richard - Change

Luckily for us, Dawn Richard's valentine is the studio.  Today, she dropped off "Change" to her fans, which affirms to the one she's with that she still loves him even though she doesn't always show it. GoldenHeart is coming soon!

Dawn Richard - Change

Download: Dawn Richard - Change

Props to Dawn

Previously: Dawn Brings GoldenHeart to 106 & Park [VIDEO]