Joell Ortiz & B.o.B (And Now Fred The Godson): The First To Respond To Kendrick Lamar's Game Shaking "Control" Verse

Unless you've been on a social media or Internet fast, you've been unable to escape the Hip Hop world's reaction to Kendrick Lamar's verse on the Big Sean record "Control."

If you need a reminder, peep a selection of the lyrics courtesy of Rap Genius:

I'm Makaveli's offspring, I'm the king of New York
King of the Coast, one hand, I juggle them both

I heard the barbershops spittin' great debates all the time
Bout who's the best MC? Kendrick, Jigga and Nas
Eminem, Andre 3000, the rest of y'all
New niggas just new niggas, don't get involved

I'm usually homeboys with the same niggas I'm rhymin' wit
But this is hip hop and them niggas should know what time it is
And that goes for Jermaine Cole, Big KRIT, Wale
Pusha T, Meek Millz, A$AP Rocky, Drake
Big Sean, Jay Electron', Tyler, Mac Miller
I got love for you all but I'm tryna murder you niggas
Tryna make sure your core fans never heard of you niggas
They dont wanna hear not one more noun or verb from you niggas
What is competition?

While many rappers have taken to Twitter to make a few comments on Kendrick's bold claim of the throne, Joell Ortiz was the first to take his response to the booth. Listen below as Joell helps bring back the sport of battle rap to the forefront, and hit the jump for B.o.B's response to "Control."



Update: Fred The Godson responds (8/13, 9:05 PM)

[Music Video] Just Blaze & Baauer ft. Jay-Z - "Higher"

Just Blaze and Baauer take their track "Higher" to the next level as they recruit director Nabil for the track's accompanying short film. Watch below as Nabil (who directed Frank Ocean's "Pyramids," J. Cole's "Power Trip," G.O.O.D. Music's "Mercy," and a host of others) showcases the Kerala region of India, home of the martial art Kalaripayattu.

The moral of this story: Never underestimate the little guys...



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As a bonus, hit the jump to catch Just Blaze's recent interview with Power 105's The Breakfast Club!

[New Album] Terrace Martin - '3ChordFold'

Terrace Martin is one of the rare musicians who possesses the ultimate respect of the leaders in a variety of circles, from the jazz world to the Hip Hop community. Terrace Martin combines these worlds seamlessly with his new self-produced album 3ChordFold as he calls upon Kendrick Lamar, Robert Glasper, Ab-Soul, Musiq Soulchild, James Fauntleroy, Wiz Khalifa, Lalah Hathaway, Snoop Dogg and more to make the project complete.

Purchase the album on iTunes HERE, but get a sample of 3ChordFold below by checking out "Triangleship" featuring Kendrick and "No Wrong No Right" featuring James Fauntleroy and Robert Glasper.

[Music Video] The Koolest - "1995" ft. Napoleon Da Legend

I just left Brooklyn last week, but I'm already looking to cop a plane ticket back thanks to this new video from The Koolest. The Durham, NC duo take us back to the golden era of Hip Hop with "1995," a cut that is set to appear on their forthcoming LP Nerds At The Kool Table. 

Watch below as GUE favorite Napoleon Da Legend keeps it fresh with Dan The Don and Dinero P, and be sure to hit the comments with your thoughts on "1995!"  

Previously: Napoleon Da Legend - Junk Yard Dog [Music Video]

[Music Video] ForteBowie - "Gucci Mayne"

A few weeks before ForteBowie's Vice Haus EP dropped and "Gucci Mayne" debuted (sans the "y"), I had an inkling that the single would be a breakthrough moment for the Atlanta musician.  It's only a matter of time at this point as he plans to release Vice Haus: Deluxe Edition. 

Peep the video for "Gucci Mayne" below, which serves as an authentic yet intricate introduction to the ATLien known as ForteBowie.


Premiered by Complex.

Previously: [New Mixtape] ForteBowie - 'Vice Haus'

Big Sean ft. Kendrick Lamar & Jay Electronica - "Control"

The fact that Big Sean got Jay Electronica to step outside of the Rothchild Estate to lay a verse is enough of a reason to press play... Add the fact that Kendrick Lamar reveals his Hip Hop hit list and the track is produced by Sean's legendary mentor No I.D. and you've got no excuses. "Control" won't land on Hall Of Fame when it hits the shelves August 27, but trust me-- you need this one in your collection. Flex bombs for now... Update: CDQ courtesy of 2DB

Previously:

• Big Sean - "Fire"
• [Music Video] Bridget Kelly ft. Kendrick Lamar - "Street Dreamin"
• Jay Electronica Performs At The Made In America Festival [VIDEO]

[New Mixtape] Skewby - 'Wishful Thinking'

"I specialize in raps that mean something."

It's been a while since Memphis emcee Skewby came through with a project, and now couldn't be a better time. If you're in need of something refreshing to get you through the Monday blues, hit play and spread the word about Wishful Thinking.

Production comes from Skewby himself, Mindlabs, Thelonius Martin, and Charlie White. Skewby also rhymes over borrowed tracks from Black Milk, Tae Beast and Like.

DOWNLOAD: Skewby - Wishful Thinking EP

Previously: Skewby - "When I Ride" (Prod. by Mindlabs & Skewby)

[Music Video] Clear Soul Forces - "Ain't Playin"

I was fortunate enough to get a front row view of Clear Soul Forces at last year's A3C Festival, and while I was already a fan of the music, their energy on stage is what really sold me.

On September 17th, the foursome plans to drop their sophomore solo project Gold PP7s worldwide via Fatbeats Records, but for now enjoy the visuals to "Ain't Playin" as E-Fav, L.A.Z., Noveliss, and Ilajide continue Detroit's tradition of greatness.



Previously: Sound & Vision Episode 2: "Clear Soul Forces" (Documentary)

Rapsody - "Kingship" (Prod. by DJ Premier)

With one iconic producer in her corner already, Rapsody upped the ante for She Got Game and got her hand on a new beat from the legendary DJ Premier. Stream a radio rip of her latest leak "Kingship" below and get ready for the DJ Drama hosted mixtape to hit the net on August 20th.




Previously:

• Rapsody - "Generation" ft. Mac Miller & Jared Evan
• DJ Khaled ft. Nas, Scarface & DJ Premier - Hip Hop

Kat Dahlia - "Clocks"

With the surprise smash single "Gangsta" introducing Kat Dahlia as one of music's next up, the Miami bred beauty continues to build momentum with the Salaam Remi produced "Clocks." While I'm usually an Hourglass girl myself, I'm making an exception for this track which shows off a lighter yet equally edgy side of Kat. Stream the track below, and look out for her debut album My Garden which will be released via Epic Record's Vested In Culture label.



Hit the jump to stream and download "Fireman," a freebie for the fans!