Jarren Benton - "Razor Blades And Steak Knives"

Dopest album cover of the year so far? I'd say so.

If you've heard Freebasing With Kevin Bacon and Huffing Glue With Hasselhoff, you know that Funk Volume emcee Jarren Benton is known for pushing the lyrical envelope. Thankfully, he's been compiling some more off the wall bars for his upcoming album My Grandma's Basement, set to drop this June.

Stream the project's lead single "Razor Blades and Steak Knives" below, and support the Atlanta rapper's movement by downloading the track from iTunes.



Previously: Planet VI ft. Jarren Benton  - Trouble

[Music Video] Two9 - "Where The Money At?"

Easily the best new track from Mike WiLL Made It's Est. In 1989 (Part 2.5) mixtape, Atlanta collective Two-9 drop the visuals to "Where The Money At?," a track that's bound to have you destroying your cubicle and putting in your 2 weeks notice.

As an intro to the actual record, Two9's Curtis Williams speaks on the group's comparisons to Wu Tang and elaborates more on what the collective's movement is all about.



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[EP Stream] Sean Falyon - 'December'

While we're on the topic of New Atlanta today, I can't leave out hustler extraordinaire Sean Falyon. The Philly bred emcee just released his 8 track EP December, which features Miloh Smith, Indiana Rome, Brandon Rossi, Jack Freeman, and even an appearance from his Mom who tells the bearded emcee to get his act together.

Stream the entire project exclusively at SPIN.com, and click HERE to show Sean Falyon some love by copping December on iTunes.

Buy: Sean Falyon - December (iTunes)

Previously: [Music Video] Sean Falyon - "Humble"

Ryshon Jones - "Lunch Table II" ft. Matt Ford & Thee Tom Hardy (Prod. Thelonious Martin)

Usually more of a concept man, Ryshon Jones uses Thelonius Martin's production on "Lunch Table II" to go into battle emcee mode. Stream the track below, which also features fiery verses from fellow Philly emcee Matt Ford and Durham's own Thee Tom Hardy.


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Previously:

• Ryshon Jones - "Shadow Boxing Self Destruction" ft. L.atasha A.lcindor & Nia Keturah
• Thee Tom Hardy - Show Me Your Hands

Scotty ft. Trinidad Jame$ - "Conversations On That Brown"

Scotty's been a force in Atlanta for quite some time, but thanks to an impressive showing at SXSW's #NewAtlanta showcase and a headlining tour, the rapper is bound to take on bigger and better things in 2013.

Debuting the artwork for his upcoming project F.A.I.T.H. (Foreva Atlanta In The Heart) with DJ Burn One, he also drops the project's first reveal, "Conversations On That Brown" with fellow New Atlanta representative Trinidad Jame$.

Stream the track below, and be sure to watch what you say on that brown (or clear) this weekend!



Previously:

• Jackie Chain, Scotty & RaRa - "Pimpin Mane" (Prod. by Kato of SMKA)
• XXL Reveals Its 2013 Freshman Class

Luke James - "I Want You" (Remix)

As part of Danja's Throwback Track Thursday series (don't check your calendar), the accomplished producer presents the remix to his NARS artist Luke James' breakthrough single "I Want You."

The New Orleans bred singer has a big year ahead of him, with his latest singles "I.O.U." and "Make Love To Me" making alot of waves. Get ready for Luke James to debut the remix of "I.O.U." featuring Wale very soon, but for now enjoy the "Fu-Gee-La" sampled banger.


Previously: Luke James - "I.O.U."

[Free LP] Jarell Perry - 'Simple Things'

Every blue moon, I get an e-mail in my inbox that I call hidden treasure. Amidst the many struggle submissions, I was sent Jarell Perry's Simple Things EP which I haven't been able to stop listening to since I hit play.

You may remember the California singer-songwriter from his collaboration with Thurz on "Keep Livin" or recognize him from his extremely popular YouTube covers.  If not, you're bound to know the name Jarell Perry soon, and you should start with the EP which features the standouts "Awkward" and "Whiskey A Go Go." R&B is in a great place these days, and if Simple Things is any indication, Jarell Perry is in it for the longhaul.

DOWNLOAD: Jarell Perry - Simple Things

Previously: [Music Video] Thurz ft. Jarrell Perry - "Keep Livin"

[FreEP] TiRon & Ayomari - 'The Wonderful Prelude pt. 1'

The fact that TiRon and Ayomari are gearing up to release their sophomore album The Great New Wonderful is enough good news for me, but to give us a sample of what to expect on the full length project, they've released with the four track EP The Wonderful Prelude pt. 1.

Stream and download Prelude for free below, and hit the jump to see if TiRon & Ayomari's tour with Blu will be hitting your city!

SZA - "Aftermath"

After introducing us to her next project S with "ICE.MOON," SZA provides another cut from the upcoming April 9th EP. Stream the WNDRBRD produced "Aftermath" below, and get prepared for a string of new music from the St. Louis bred singer this year as she plans to release the Z and A EPs later in the year .



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Previously: SZA - "ICE.MOON"

[Video] Janelle Monae Covers Jimi Hendrix's "Little Wing" With The Roots On Jimmy Fallon

There aren't many musicians in the industry right now one can trust to honorably cover a Jimi Hendrix classic, but Janelle Monae and The Roots are just the people for the job. Paying tribute to the late guitarist's legendary catalogue, Janelle takes on "Little Wing" alongside Questlove, the rest of the band, and her guitarist Kellindo who channeled the spirit of Hendrix and completely SHOWED OUT.


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Previously: [Video] Solange Knowles Performs "Losing You" Live With Janelle Monae & Wondaland