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Raekwon Only Built 4 Cuban Linx II

HERE IT IS, MAKE SURE YOU COP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Link comes courtesy of Vamp at www.nasforum.net, http://nasforum.net/showthread.php?t=66622, so don't bust my balls.

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Title [Only Built 4 Cuban Linx PT II ] ¦¦¦¦
Artist [Raekwon ] ¦¦¦
Label [Ice H2O ] Genre [Hip-Hop ] ¦¦¦
Quality/Size [44.1 @VBR 86,7 MB] Ripped [09-01-2009 ] ¦¦¦
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01 02:39 Return Of The North Star Ft Papu Wu ¦¦
02 03:51 House Of Flying Daggers Ft Inspectah Deck ¦¦
Ghostface Method Man ¦¦
03 02:29 Sonny's Missing ¦¦
04 00:55 Pyrex Vision ¦¦
05 04:41 Cold Outside Ft Ghostface ¦¦
06 03:25 Black Mozart Ft Rza Inspectah Deck ¦¦
07 02:57 Gihad ¦¦
08 03:50 New Wu Ft Ghostface Method Man ¦¦
09 02:36 Penitentiary Ft Ghostface ¦¦
10 01:59 Baggin Crack ¦¦
11 03:24 Surgical Gloves ¦¦
12 02:45 Broken Safety Ft Jadakiss Styles P ¦¦
13 03:37 Canal Street ¦¦
14 03:06 Ason Jones ¦¦
15 03:51 Have Mercy Ft Beanie Sigel Blue Raspberry ¦¦
16 03:17 10 Bricks Ft Cappadonna Ghostface ¦¦
17 02:17 Fat Lady Sings ¦¦
18 03:29 Catalina Ft Lyfe Jennings ¦¦
19 03:15 We Will Rob You Ft Slick Rick Masta Killa GZA ¦¦
20 03:59 About Me ¦¦
21 04:30 Mean Streets Ft Inspectah Deck Ghostface ¦¦
22 04:09 Kiss The Ring Ft Inspectah Deck Masta Killa ¦¦
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COP THIS ALBUM!

Download HERE (link removed, you'll have to visit the forum above, somebody revived my conscience a little, support the artists man)

J.Cole as promised...

First off here's a small interesting piece i found on J. Cole courtesy of his Official Website www.jcolemusic.com :

The rap world is at a crossroads. In the face of shrinking budgets, music executives, resting on their laurels, search out the next YouTube sensation with a catchy hook and dance move in order to amass digital single sales. While many artists have tried to break through despite an industry melt down, few have been met with critical praise. And the applause for those that have has not been loud enough to sway the course of the current rap market. Looking to excel where his contemporaries have failed, North Carolina native J. Cole (born Jermaine Cole) brings promise of a new day in hip hop music.

Raised by his mother in North Carolina, J. Cole's hometown of Fayetteville would provide much of the sights and experiences that would come to shape his sound. Cole fell into rapping at the age of 12 when his cousin from Louisiana spent the summer in Fayetteville, showing him the basics of rhyming. He was instantly hooked. From there he delved deep into the music of hip hop luminaries including Tupac Shakur, Nas and Outkast, taking from them a love for telling stories with an unbridled rigor. Seizing every opportunity to write, at age 15 J. Cole found himself with composition notebooks full of rhymes but no beats of his own to lay them on. Determined to create original songs, he begged his mother for a beat machine so he could produce music solely for himself. She granted his wish and from there, a young Cole spent all his free time creating sounds and songs that would lay the foundation for what his style has evolved to today.

Feeling the need to be heard, J. Cole used college as a tool to chase his dreams. He attended St. John's University on an academic scholarship, choosing the school so that he could be in the heart of the music industry: New York City. After polishing his sound and graduating Magna Cum Laude, J. Cole is dropping his debut mixtape, properly titled "The Come Up" hosted by DJ On Point. A mash up of dusty, soul filled sound beds, raw, energetic drums and an endless range of topics everything from the carefree days of college to the seemingly endless plight of those have-nots scrapping for change. The Come Up puts J. Cole's broad palette of lyrical and production talents on display. "All a nigga wanna do is take his momma from that, but they rather lock us up and make sure we don't come back," he vehemently spits over the cascading keys and triumphant strings of the self produced "Lil' Ghetto Nigga."

With such a diverse display, J. Cole is poised to wake up a dormant industry and cement his name in this game. But more than that, with his debut studio album currently in production, he hopes to change the tide of current rap music, swaying it in a more insightful, meaningful and passionate direction."

For the latest updates on J Cole, visit www.JColeMusic.com

THE MUSIC!...

'The Come Up' is the first j mixtape i heard, shit is ight, i prefer the warm up but still there are definately some bangers on here:






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* 1.Intro [listen] download
* 2.Simba [listen] download
* 3.I'm The Man [listen] download
* 4.School Daze [listen] download
* 5.Dolla & A Dream [listen] download
* 6.Throw It Up [listen] download
* 7.Quote Me [listen] download
* 8.College Boy [listen] download
* 9.Split You Up [listen] download
* 10.Plain [listen] download
* 11.The Come Up [listen] download
* 12.Mighty Crazy [listen] download
* 13.Dead Presidents [listen] download
* 14.Lil Ghetto Nigga [listen] download
* 15.Homecoming [listen] download
* 16.Carolina On My Mind (feat. Deacon) [listen] download
* 17.Can't Cry [listen] download
* 18.Goin Off [listen] download
* 19.Rags To Riches (At The Beep) [listen] download
* 20.Get It (Bonus) [listen] download
* 21.I Do My Thing (Bonus)

Download HERE

Now 'The Warm Up', this right here, this is my jam. Stand out tracks fro me include, 'grown simba' and 'get up' but dam near the whole thing is nice.





Download HERE

If you still aren't too sure and need some more proof before you d/l check out this youtube vid of the song 'get up' featured on 'The Warm Up' mixtape.

Will Africa ever shine?

Just listening to some of those Nneka songs as well as a conversation i had with somebody has got me thinking. Firstly i've been reflecting a lot lately and have begun to realise just how short life if (cliche i know). It's true, as human beings we have a tendancy to be slightly selfish in our thoughts, whats more the media only adds to this allowing us to feel as though where we stand at this moment in time is the most important thing the universe has ever experienced, as if we will all be here forever. Yet in the context of Africa i was pondering on whether the troubles that have become embedded in the continent since the days of colonisation will ever in my life time be resolved.
I came to the conclusion probably not, sad though it may seem i will most likely never see a triumphant Africa. Though don't mistake triumphant for huge industries and bustling economies, in fact far from it. An Africa that is happy in it's current situation and status is far more triumphant than an Africa that merely copies the Western template for society. A society comfortable and secure in it's environment would be in my eyes, be much more of a triumph. Yet as most know, no drastic action or change ever happens in the world of the economy or poliitics. Economies have to build and social opinions develop over time for any change to occur. And i can't help but feel Africa is a victim, 'well duhh' you may be thinking with slavery and colonialism in mind, though i'm referring more to the likes of education, civilisation and economy, all of which Africa gave to the world in it's early stages. Though all of which was taken developed and then used against the motherland at a later date. The Romans did it, the British did it and are still currently doing it along with the Americans and Chinese to mention a few.

This may just be one of those problems that our childrens children might find themselves trying to solve, but until someone acts decisively and drastically no change will take place and Africa will remain the dark continent in all sense of the word. However i atleast hold on to the hope that some day, we wil recognise a change even if on the smallest scale. It's time for newscaster such as CNN to stop reporting in depth on the problem and start suggesting possibilities for a solution.


I may keep adding to this one,

Peace.

J. Cole Back to the Topic Freestyle....

FRESH!!!

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I'll up some of my favourite tracks and get some albums links in a sec...

Nneka , the Nigerian soul sensation from the Motherland!!

Let me introduce you to Nneka one of the latest talents all the way from Nigeria. Her unique husky voice mixed with reggae, hip hop and soul blends has drawn such comparisons with the likes of Lauryn Hill (who by the way has become a huge fan) and Erykah Badu.

With a mother of German descent and a Nigerian father her looks are striking aswell as unique. Raised in Nigeria Nneka is most definately African and makes no point of hiding this in her music with such titles as 'wake up Africa'. She hopes to draw attention to the corruption embedded in the oil producing regions of Niger Delta (the worlds 4th largest provider of oil). Moving to germany as a teen and then progressing to the U.S gives the soul star a unique blend of accents as well as a melting pot of influences which becomes obvious listening to her beats and adlibs.




Available on Amazon here.

Her first album 'Victim of Truth' Went by largely unnoticed despite acclaimed British newspaper The Sunday Times stating 'Victim of Truth is as good as The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.'

One of the standout favourites for me is the song 'Africans', watch the video below to judge for yourself....


Follow up albums include 'No Longer at Ease'



Available on Amazon here.

And 'To and Fro' which is a Triple CD set featuring all 3 albums in one set...



Available here on itunes.
Amazon here

Ultimately this girl is dope and i would advise you to check her myspace which fatures music, videos all that usual stuff! http://www.myspace.com/nnekaworld
Here's a couple vids to give you more of a taste....

Mr Bongo's Brazilian Beats....

Not enough people are hip to the Mr.Bongo revolution that has been taking place for the best part of a decade now. I have long been fascinated with Brazil, their brillian on the football field and their seemingly care free, fun-loving approach to life. It was therefore enevitable that Brazilian music would hold a place close to my heart. Music that encapsulates all the energy, history and spirit of brazilian people.

David Bongo, the man behind Mr Bongo Records hatched a plan to develope a whole compilation of Brazil inspired tracks. A quote from the brazilian beats website explains,
' With a unique outlook open to Brazilian artists playing international forms of music and international artists playing Brazilian forms of music and equally embracing all newly emerging sub-genres of modern music, the concept of Brazilian Beats was born.'

Therefore the complete 8 Disk compilation pictured below is not only offering the best of Brazil but also the best of those influenced by Brazililian music. Any budding Brazil fanatics will recognize the likes of Jorge Ben, argueably Brazil's most famous (undoubtably most talented) musical export among the more modern faces such as sergio mendes.
This collection really does have something for all, some songs are so chilled they make perfect relaxation or work music. Others are so energetic they provide the perfect soundtrack for summer cruises in the car or long arduous workout sessions that could do with a bit of brazilian spice to keep you motivated.

Ultimately i would suggest you read some of the reviews and desciptions of the official brazilian beats site http://brazilianbeats.info/, containing some great info on how the compilations came to be, tracklisting and where you can pick up your copy.



The best place to buy in terms of value at the moment is Amazon who currently have great deals for the whole boxset of 8 CD's all coming in one for £15.98 click here which is an amazing deal considering the fact that the indivdual CD's themselves probably started out at around that price. Your saving yourself near enough 60 or 70 pounds. Check out some of the reviews for further clarification.
If your in the U.S its a lot dearer costing $64.99 which is strange yet tough luck, i wonder if Amazon knows that there is such a differencial.

- Enjoy this great free audio sample -

REAKWON ONLY BUILT FOR CUBAN LINX 2!!!! THE RETURN OF THE PURPLE TAPE..

That time is getting nearer, here's a lil taster produced by Dre.....

http://limelinx.com/files/1a474d176c6fdafcd50241a6587ead99

The Crowd !!!!!

A nice lil group named 'The Crowd' i peeped a lil while ago. The dude on the guitar Akil, appeared on that missy elliott show 'The Road to Stardom' and to be honest he shoulda won the whole thing. He's a very talented dude making ill beats with his guitar whilst simultaneously beatboxing. His rhymes are tight too. Akil and Randy Mason provide the rhyme side of things while the singing is left to beautiful and talented Adeline. These guys are real fly i mean they got a nice vibe to them, check the vids.....






http://www.myspace.com/akildasan
http://www.myspace.com/adelinesings
http://www.myspace.com/therealcrowd

FUTEBOL!!!!

I've managed to track down a documentary i watched a few years back and was instantly mesmorised by. 'Ginga: The Soul Of Brazilian Football' is, as the title would suggest a documentary based around brazilian football.
Coming from the makers of the 'City of God' and the 'City of Men', ginga provides an in depth look in to the the lives of various brazilian youngsters all of whom have differing dreams that include the same means, 'futebol.'
The doc is a refreshing look at the lives of rich and poor. Many sports and activities claim to break racial and social barriers, however over the years such caims have been exposed, class divides are prevalant in cities all over the world. Yet within Brazil, and Ginga, there does seem to be a genuine bond and common goal between the rich and the poor alike. Paulo, one of the more wealthy characters lights up the camaera not only through his skill with a football but also with his passion for life. A passion that is shared by Romarinho who, despite living in squaler conditions within the notorious Rio favela Rocinha, seems perfectly happy so long as he is able to play the beautiful game.

Overall a great doc that any football fan, brazil fanatic, or simply anyone with an hour to spare, should watch!!


By the way the doc has got a bangin soundtrack, hopefully i'll upload sometime later, but if you like brazilian music its probably worth coppin.

1. O Que a Ginga

2. Samba E Futebol Tudo

3. Gingar Para Ser Feliz

4. Paricatuba

5. Crioulo Louco

6. Forr No Bar

7. Funk Da Vitria

8. Aleluia

9. O Meu Negcio Funk

10. Ih...Fudeu, Romarinho Apareceu

11. Afim de Curtir

12. O Craque

13. Hora Do Gol

14. Bonde Do Bem

Strange that it has two different covers and two different track lists, the first one seems to be the more legit one because its everywhere but i stumble across this one so....( plus its got a bigger track list):

1. O Que E a Ginga

2. Sambafuckingnight [Remix CDD]

3. Essa E a Ginga

4. Ih..Fudeu Romarinho Apareceu

5. O Meu Negocio E Funk

6. Aleluia

7. Gingar Para Ser Feliz

8. Rock Gol No Campo

9. O Poder Do Futebol

10. Bonde Do Bem

11. Funk Da Vitoria

12. Vamos Jogar

13. Samba E Futebol E Tudo

14. Avo, Pai E Filho

15. Com Fe Na Vida

16. Paricatuba

17. Forro No Bar

18. Afim de Curtir

19. Sambateck

20. Capoeira Groove

Just thought i'd come at you with a fairly new dope video from Naledge one half of the critically acclaimed rap duet Kidz in the Hall. Coming straight from the success of two albums 'School Was My Hustle' and 'The In Crowd' the kids are back dropping more hard hitting fury coming straight out of the chi.
In the video Naledge follows the script still repping chicago (those familiar with chicago will recognise a few places in the vid) hard. Abstract lyrics laced over a unique beat depicts how many things have changed, though Naledge remains focused and on point. Nice imagery and a fast paced beat culminate to make for one interesting video...

Naledge "Focus" from Okayplayer on Vimeo.

WOW!! I REALLY FLOPPED THIS BLOG...

I'm coming back at you with basically anything i want....

I've got to begin with my favourite album of all time and possible the greatest hip hop album oof all time and that is Nasir Jones illmatic:

Most of this album was written when nas was at the age of just 17. If listened to thoroughly, some of the lyrics are just mind blowing. The kid has an amazing flow and an uncanny ability to articulate the most intricate details of street life. At times i wonder whether i prefer the nasty nas, who repped queensbridge hard and had an airtight flow, to the modern self titled 'revolutionary' nas. However i think we must all realise, times have changed, and most importantly nas has changed, at damn near 40 i don't think it would be right for him to be still playing the role of street prophet. An established figure in hip hop nas to believes it is his role to expose the ills of the government and raise social issues through pointing at them (see 'untitled') rather than being involved in them (see illmatic). Ultimately, you be the judge!

Anyway here's a link i came across, though i strongly suggest you cop because this is a must have. Also the rapidshare link is a file with some scans of the xxl article published for a 15 year anniversary tribute to the perfection that is illmatic. The articles features interviews and memos from all the albums major players including nas himself as well as producers such as premier large professor and pete rock...
Interesting read, bascially behind the scenes of the production of each and every track.

Favourites include: Nas - Represent Mp3 Download Listen Lyrics MP3 Free
Memory lane
New York state of mind



Enjoy!

http://rapidshare.com/files/200967078/Illmatic_15th_Anniversary_XXL_-_thomasv.rar.html

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=gfzzk95l

Flying 101

Everybody thinks flying 101 is falling off now days, best every once in a while when im just cruising the net i stumble across something.
Flying 101 is kinda like jordan, they just dont go away, and whenever they do come back, you KNOW they got somethin hot to say.

So i stumbled across this lil gem on Eric Bishop, he's 6'2 and was one of the first to jump over a car from the free throw line. Dude is 32 now but he still got hops and this lil throwback video shows he got talent....

New TFB DVD HUH!

As the video below shows, tfb releasing a DVD. I hope this joint gonna have exclusive stuff on. Coz to be honest i dont wanna be watchin clips that i could quite easily see on youtube.
Now i like tfb, i respect chuck (manager or whatever dude is, head of the whole shit) they going on a straight takeover. Plenty of dunkers that are springing up send their tapes to tfb and they now basically own most decent dunkers on the market.
Anywhoooooooo the dvd prolly gonna show everybody some behind the scenes stuff, we'll learn more about the dunkers etc.. maybe their training, though i have a feeling as usual we won't learn that much, it seems very few successful people in the jumping business wish to share their training methods with the exceptions of kelly baggett and you could say luke lowrey although the latter is 90% bullshit.

WADDUP WADDUP!

As you all can see this is my first post with this new blog the vertical hooligans and i'm trynna bring somethin fresh. I been in to vertical jump training/dunking/basketball/athletic performance since i can remember therefore i think it would be pretty cool if 1 blog can combine all this.
I know alotta people out there are passionate about this here dunking stuff. I frequently read alot of vertical jump forums, articles by kelly baggett i have alotta programs and watch alotta videos etc etc... Therefore i know whats poppin in the dunkin world and in my future posts im going to be providing people with video updates of whats going on with the likes of tfb and flying101 and various other dunkers. Hopefully you can make comments on the videos and posts, tell everybody what you think.

Basically you just gonna have to wait and see but im'a try my best to get this spot live.......peace.