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A couple weeks back, Drake’s Light Dreams & Nightmares tour came through the City of the Wind. Before the close of his set, Drizzy named a new cycle of hip-hop artists including hometown favorites, L.E.P. Bogus Boys. Take it from YN, this is the movement to move with.

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The Alchemist and Oh No a.k.a. Gangrene recently released their limited edition Gangrene Sawblade vinyl EP. The project features four never-before-heard tracks and B-Side instrumentals. Here’s a video for one of the cuts directed by Jason Goldwatch. Watch how it all came together here.

In support of his latest street mix, MM4, Joe Beezy set the mood last night at B.B. King Bar & Grille in Times Square. Up top, Nickel Nine joins him for the mixtape’s standout track. More footage when you continue on.

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The Morning After With Angela Yee put Lupe Fiasco through the the ringer today on Shade 45. Lu spoke thoroughly on a bunch of subjects. Here’s what he had to say:

Break 1: Lupe speaks on Fiasco Friday.

Break 2: Lupe explains his gripe with MTV and blogs.

Break 3: Lu talks 360 deal and Atlantic Records.

Break 4: Calls from fans

Break 5: Talks support from Atlantic Records and book deals.

Previously: Lupe Fiasco “The Show Goes On“

Last weekend, Reggie and Johnny Blaze headed down south and performed at the Greene St. Club in Greensboro, North Carolina. No thrown objects this time, just a lot of hits.

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Wale keeps the momentum going with a new freestyle over Travis Porter’s latest single. Whether it’s rain, sleet, or heat, Ralph delivers e’rytime.

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Joell and Novel defy the predictable again on this new duet. They make a good combination, don’t they? Look out for a video as well. In addition, Joell will be in Canada this December. Check out the dates below.

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Now that Saigitty’s EP and long-overdue LP is on the horizon, here’s a new video filmed under Derek Pike’s direction. Pretty ill, huh?

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Previously: Saigon Returning To Entourage ?

Funkmaster Flex got the drop on some new material from Uncle Murda M featuring Jadakiss. You think you know, but you have no idea.