Drake - "Started From The Bottom" (Prod. by Mike Zombie)

It was originally rumored that Drake would be releasing this track on Grammy night, but it seems like there's been enough waiting. Stream his new single "Started From The Bottom" below, and check out his letter to his fans that coincided with the release:

My good friends,

It has truly been too long. I assume you're all keeping well and making the most of this year that has been given to us. Today is the day to begin sharing my newest work with you. This is the first single off of my upcoming album. I feel sometimes that people don't have enough information about my beginnings and therefore they make up a life story for me that isn't consistent with actual events. My family and my second family (consisting of the best friends anybody could ever have) all struggled and worked extremely hard to make all this happen. I did not buy my way into this spot and it was the furthest thing from easy to achieve. I am proud of every part of my past and I'm excited for this song to find a place in your life as well. I didn't feel I needed any interviews or radio or press to launch this song. It felt right to come back to the site that I started on and release it to the people that started here with me. Judging by this post, the tour that we've been planning, the conversations about new songs and album artwork...I think it's safe to say we're back together again. Looking forward to seeing you all soon.

"You don't have to ask me how I'm doing...just listen to the music" - K.Samir

Drake's trademark dark formula blended with a west coast sound and a club ready hook. Sounds like a hit to me.

[OVO]

Previously: Future ft. Drake - "Fo Real"

The Melker Project - "(2) Chain (z)" ft. Fleetwood Mac & 2 Chainz

The best mashups are the ones that come from left field. Who would've thought that 2 Chainz and Fleetwood Mac together could create something this dope? Scott Melker, that's who.

Fleetwood Mac is one of the greatest bands ever. Producers rarely remix Fleetwood Mac. Why you ask? Most remixers and mashup artists focus solely on what is “hot” now – you know, pop songs and EDM “hits.” The Melker Project wanted to buck the trend and introduce mashup fans to some of the timeless classics that often go untouched in remix culture. You know, GOOD songs.

“Skeetwood Mac” is the first in a series of EPs being released by The Melker Project, each focusing on a different classic artist. As the name implies, this EP is comprised of five Fleetwood Mac songs, each mashed up with Hip Hop and R&B standards.

This track features the Fleetwood Mac classic "The Chain" mixed with a 2 Chainz instrumental and 3 2 Chainz verses. "The (2) Chain (z)." Clever, right?

Just because it's amazing, hit the jump to listen to The Melker Project 2, a 52 minute mix in which Melker uses over 200 tracks for our attention deficient enjoyment.

[New Mixtape] Ryshon Jones - "In Theory"

You've seen how In Theory came to be thanks to the documentary. Now experience the entire project from Ryshon Jones which includes "False Reality" and 14 other "theoretical" tracks. Vibe out and download below. "The Example" and "Common Dream" have been on repeat for me this morning. Which In Theory tracks do you connect with the most?

Download: Ryshon Jones: In Theory

[New Mixtape] CyHi The Prynce - Ivy League: Kick Back

CyHi The Prynce's having a pretty G.O.O.D. week seeing that his mixtape Ivy League: Kick Back has already been downloaded over 25,000 times in one day. In case you haven't peeped his project which features the previously posted "Whoa," "A-Town," "Round Da Corner" and "Far Removed," stream Kick Back below. 

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[Video] Trinidad James ft. ForteBowie - "Southside"

With a single out that probably gets stuck in your head twice a day, a new deal with Def Jam, and a video that people are still spoofing, don't expect Trinidad Jame$ to go anywhere any time soon.

Still taking time to promote the mixtape that catapulted him to being one of the most talked about rappers this year, he drops the visuals to the Don't Be S.A.F.E. standout "Southside." Watch below as he and and Forte Bowie take over J Pauls, and hit the jump to stream the rest of the tape.

[Promo Video] So So Def Reunion Concert

On February 23rd, Atlanta's Fox Theatre will be packed to see nearly all of So So Def's former artists reunite on the stage. We're talking Kris Kross, Da Brat, Jagged Edge, Xscape (well half of the group), Anthony Hamilton, Bow Wow,  Lil Jon, Bonecrusher, Dem Franchise Boyz, Dondria and more. No matter which generation of So So Def you were a part of, this show seems to have something for everybody. Hell, I just might be up in there!



Click HERE for ticket info, and hit the jump for So So Def's remix of Game's "Celebration."

[Documentary] Ryshon Jones - "Road To 'In Theory'"

Ryshon Jones' In Theory mixtape will be upon us in a few hours. While you wait, get to know the Philly emcee before he shows off yet another facet of his himself as an artist by checking out his new documentary Road To 'In Theory.'

Presented by 2DopeBoyz, follow Ryshon as he recounts moments throughout the past few years which brought him this point-- his first SXSW performance; the making of his projects before, which led to people boxing him in as an emo rapper; and the recording process behind In Theory.

Shot & Edited by: Johnny G  & Jairo Menendez of Last Rights / Homebass Studios

Previously: Ryshon Jones ft. L.atasha A.lcindor - "False Reality"

CyHi The Prynce - "Whoa"

"Whoa" is probably what you're saying after seeing this cover, but it also happens to be the title to CyHi The Prynce's latest strip club anthem. This Big Sean sampled track is set to appear on his mixtape Ivy League Kick Back which drops TONIGHT.



[Def Jam]

Previously: CyHi The Prynce ft. Trae Tha Truth - "Round Da Corner"

Big K.R.I.T. ft. Rapsody & Heather Victoria - "Gettin Mine" (Prod. by 9th Wonder)

9th Wonder has definitely been an influence for Big K.R.I.T. as a producer, and it's great to see that the two have been cooking up more music in the studio.

Fortunately "Life Of Kings" isn't the last time we'll hear K.R.I.T. over a 9th track, since he traveled to NC to record "Gettin' Mine" with Jamla soldiers Rapsody and Heather Victoria. Stream the record below, and be sure to hit me on Twitter or Facebook with your the thoughts!



Previously:

• Big K.R.I.T. Performs "Live From The Underground" & "4EvaNADay" Live In Charlotte [VIDEO]
• [Music Video] Rapsody ft. Raheem DeVaughn - "Non Fiction"
• 9th Wonder - "That's Love" ft. Mac Miller & Heather Victoria
• GQ - The Town (Prod. by 9th Wonder)

Rick Ross - "Bitch Don't Kill My Vibe" (Freestyle)

Yesterday, Rick Ross went from celebrating his 37th birthday to being all the Internet could talk about as he and his girlfriend were reportedly the victims of a failed drive by attempt in Miami. For more details on that, click here.

Always a label to capitalize off of any opportunity, MMG made lemons out of lemonade by releasing a well-timed freestyle from Rozay over Kendrick Lamar's "Bitch, Don't Kill My Vibe," which you can catch below. Also hit the jump to check out Rozay's latest, "Box Chevy." His new album Mastermind is coming soon...maybe.