Phil Ade- #PhilAdeFriday2 (Mixtape)

Phil Ade is simply one of the best up and coming rappers in America. #PhilAdeFriday2 dropped about 30 mins ago and I have already listened to most of the tracks. It features a good amount of original material, as well as Phil going off on a few beats from other artists. Ade kills it on "Deadlines", one of Drake's best tracks in my opinion. This dude is going to blow up in 2012 no question about it. I tried to be one of the first blogs to upload the tracks for this tape so enjoy!

"Crab Cake"


"Deadlines"


"No Talking"


download:
Phil Ade- #PhilAdeFriday2 (Mixtape)

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Rockie Fresh- Fly High

Rockie drops a single that will not be on his mixtape dropping the 23rd of January, and this one's called "Fly High". Thelonius Martin produced a very chilled out hip hop track with Rockie getting after a few verses. This track will give you an idea of what's going to be on Driving 88. Ckeck it.


download: Rockie Fresh- Fly High

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Perrion- Everything (feat. Jae Millz)

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This is the first I've heard of Perrion, the young emcee out of NY. This is a brand new track featuring Young Money's Jae Millz, and it's called "Everything". This has a very laid-back feel to it and both rappers spit nice verses. Enjoy a solid track.


download: Perrion- Everything (feat. Jae Millz)

The Weeknd- The Fall (Sango remix)

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Sango puts his own spin on The Weeknd's "The Fall". The Clams Casino track was transformed into a completely different sound. This is a very chilled out track incorporating Abel's vocals as well as new production. Enjoy a great remix.


download: The Weeknd- The Fall (Sango remix)

Daily Shuffle: Jay-Z & Coldplay- Public Speeding + The Reverse Fix

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For today's daily shuffle, i have selected two songs from the collaborative album Viva La Hova, featuring Jay-Z and Coldplay. This is arguably one of the best mixtapes of all time so I reccomend getting it if you haven't already. Enjoy the two songs below. Public Speeding is produced by Cookin' Soul and The Reverse Fix is the work of Mick Boogie and nVMe. Enjoy what I've been bumpin all day.


download: Jay-Z and Coldplay- Public Speeding


download: Jay-Z and Coldplay- The Reverse Fix

Rich Kid Sound System- Hey! Young Girl!

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Rick Kid drops another single entitiled "Hey! Young Girl!" This song definitely highlights more of indie/pop influences, while still incorporating a few solid verses as well. Overall, it is a very feel good, catchy tune that I know you will enjoy. Be on the lookout for more RKSS.


download: Rich Kid Sound System- Hey! Young Girl!

XiT- College (Mixtape)

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Another mixtape for you! Straight from the Bronx, XiT dropped College today. I was very impressed by the kids flow. Check out XiT's bandcamp profile here. XiT himself talks about what the tape meant to him. Check out my favorites below as well as the download link.


"college" is exactly what the title suggests... a piece of art born in just that specific environment and thus very much resembles it. this 23 minute mixtape is the first project I've completely written while up in school and the subject matter and sound definitely reflects this. 

written at the fork of the road...... college.


"Collage"

"Seasons"

"City Slicker"

"Do it All"

download:
XiT- College (Mixtape)

New T.M.A. Feature: Daily Shuffle: OCD: Moosh & Twist- Possibilites

I am introducing a new feature on the site. Every day, I will dig through my Ipod and select one song that I think you guys will enjoy. I will try to mix it up as much as possible, and provide you with as many genres as possible. Today, I was listening to OCD: Moosh & Twist and came across a song off Up Before The World entitled: Possibilities. I'll admit that this song was overlooked when the tape came out and it's been on repeat all day. I wanted you guys to hear it if you haven't already. Check the site each day for the next daily shuffle track. Enjoy.


download: OCD: Moosh & Twist- Possibilities

Legacy Music Group- 24 Hours: Til Greatness (Mixtape)

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I got another up and coming rap group for you today. I like what I hear from Legacy Music Group. I honestly don't have much background information for you on these guys. I am doing my best to find out more and when I have that info I will pass it along to you. But until then, here's 24 Hours: Til Greatness. It is a very chilled out tape with some great vocals and lyricism. The production is original and very well done. I have some favorites below as well as the entire tape.

"Middle Fingaz"


"Wassup"


"Underdog"


"So Exciting"


"Tunnel Vision"


download:
Legacy Music Group- 24 Hours: Til Greatness (Mixtape)

Taylor- Rooftop Dreams (Free Album)

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I am very proud to introduce Taylor, a 19 year old rapper who is "Jersey born, Cali bound". I just ran across this tonight and was absolutely blown away. I think this kid could blow up. He gives us 15 chill, laid back rap tracks. I listened to it all the way through and I am very excited about Taylor's future. Let me know what you guys think about it and enjoy the free album Rooftop Dreams. I will let you guys know when I have more info on Taylor. A feature may be coming on this guy. Download the mixtape below and listen to my favorite tracks.


"Get Lifted"


"Living My Life"


"Talk of the Town"


"Keep Running"


"Big Dreams"


"I'll Be Here"


download:
Taylor- Rooftop Dreams (Free Album)

Luke Christopher- Pocket Full of Dimes

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Luke Christopher, for the 3rd straight week drops a new track. "Pocket Full of Dimes" is more of the same from the young artist. He produced the track himself and impressed me once again with his duel threat capabilities. He is as good a singer as he is a rapper. Enjoy another chill track and look forward to the mixtape that is coming soon.


download: Luke Christopher- Pocket Full of Dimes

The Good Husbands- Fallin in Love

Washington hip-hop group The Good Husbands drop their first track since the release of their first mixtape:  The Proposal. "Fallin in Love" is produced by Marshall Borden and the song resembles the tracks they released on their tape. Solid, chill production backed with great lyricism. I expect big things from The Good Husbands this upcoming year. Enjoy and download.


download: The Good Husbands- Fallin in Love

Sol- Stage Dive

When I heard Dear Friends, Vol. 3, I knew that Sol was going to make some noise in the rap game. Out of Seattle, WA, Sol has earned his spot amongst the best rappers in the Northwest. "Stage Dive" is the first single off his upcoming album Yours Truly, dropping 1/20/12. Hearing this track got me even more excited for the album. Great things to come from Sol! Download below and enjoy.


download: Sol- Stage Dive

Frank Ocean- 4 Tears

Frank Ocean does it again by releasing "4 Tears" via tumblr. The song is under 2 mins, but every second is beautiful. The song is extremely emotional, much like every piece of work from Frank. I think we all are looking forward to the must-anticipated debut album from Mr. Ocean, and this song proves why. Enjoy!


download: Frank Ocean- 4 Tears

Fabolous- There is no Competition: Death Comes in 3's (Mixtape)

Fabo dropped his third edition of the There is no Competition series with DJ Drama. There are some great features including Meek Mill, Lloyd Banks, Trey Songz, Jadakiss, and more. I really enjoyed the tape. The production was great and there was some great lyricism from Fabo and the featured artists. Download below!

"Death Comes in 3's"


"You Don't Know Bout It" (feat. Meek Mill)


"Black City"


"Get Down or Lay Down" (feat. Lloyd Banks)


download:
Fabolous- There is no Competition: Death Comes in 3's (Mixtape)

TOP 25 Mixtapes: # 5-1

Merry Christmas to everyone! The countdown to #1 is complete! But be on the lookout this list could change at anytime. But right now, these are the top 25 tapes according to T.M.A. I hope that you enjoyed the countdown and expect big things from T.M.A. in 2012! ~ Smitty


5. Logic- Young Sinatra


 

This guy will be one of the best rappers we have ever seen before it's all said and done. He has some god given talent that cannot be ignored. If you haven't already download this mixtape and listen to it all the way through. I have some top songs below but it is a tape where you can't afford to skip a song.

TOP SONGS:


"Shine On"


"All I Do"


"Mind of Logic"


"Are You Ready"


"Highs Lows"


download:
Logic- Young Sinatra (Mixtape) 


4. Kid Cudi- A Kid Named Cudi

 

This was the tape that introduced me to Kid Cudi and after that I was hooked. I don't necessarily advocate the direction he is going with WZRD, but this is the Cudi I love. Listen to the tape all the way through and be Taken Away. 


TOP SONGS:


"Down and Out"


"Man on the Moon (The Anthem)"


"The Prayer"


"Day n Nite"


"Cleveland is the Reason"


download:
Kid Cudi- A Kid Named Cudi 


3. Wiz Khalifa- Kush and OJ

 

By far my favorite Wiz Khalifa mixtape. Don't get me wrong, every mixtape that Wiz has made has been great, but this one really took his career to another level. I don't think I would be out of line in saying that this is one of the best mixtapes of all time. Every song is outstanding. My TOP songs are below.

TOP SONGS:


"Mezmorized"


"We're Done"


"The Statement"


"The Kid Frankie"


"In the Cut"


download:
Wiz Khalifa- Kush and OJ (Mixtape) 


2. Lil Wayne- No Ceilings 

 

This tape secured Wayne's spot at the top of the rap world. He turned other popular songs into his own songs. He made them more memorable then they ever could have been. That is the sign of an amazing artist. This will no doubt go down as one of the best mixtapes of all time.

TOP SONGS:


"I Got No Ceilings"


"Run This Town"


"Single"


"Swag Surf"


"Wasted"


download:
Lil Wayne- No Ceilings (Mixtape) 


1. The Dean's List- The Drive In


 

I know. This might be a little bit controversial. But this is no doubt the best mixtape I have ever heard. And these guys are 20. Only good things to come from the boys from Boston. Dont skip a song on this tape, you will regret it. "All Systems Go" ft. On Cue is probably my favorite song of 2011. Check out The Dean's List in the Artist Review section for more infor, including a review along with their singles. Enjoy the tape.

TOP SONGS:


"Burn it All"


"The People"


"The Dream"


"All Systems Go"


"Dear Professor"


download:
The Dean's List- The Drive In (Mixtape)

Gravy and the Biscuits- Long Day

Hip Hop/Indie group Gravy and the Biscuits released "Long Day", a chill track to thank their fans for a great year. I was very impressed with the vocals and the production and thought I would pass it along to you guys. Enjoy.


download: Gravy and the Biscuits- Long Day

TOP 25 Mixtapes: #10-6

Merry Christmas everyone! Only 5 more to go and I promise you wont be disappointed with them. I have been pretty busy with the holidays and such but will do my best to get the TOP 5 up by tomorrow. Until then enjoy these and I hope everyone has a fun and safe Holiday. ~ Smitty


10. Los- The Crown Ain't Safe

 

TOP SONGS:


"Finally Here"


"Biggest Fan"


"Shine"


"Whats Good"


download:
Los- The Crown Ain't Safe (Mixtape) 


9. OnCue- Can't Wait


 

TOP SONGS:


"Running"


"Feel Tall"


"Don't Fall For That"


"Can't Wait"


download:
OnCue- Can't Wait (Mixtape) 


8. Mac Miller- K.I.D.S

 

TOP SONGS:


"Nikes On My Feet"


"Senior Skip Day"


"Paper Route"


"Knock, Knock"


"Kool Aid & Frozen Pizza"


download:
Mac Miller- K.I.D.S. (Mixtape) 


7. J. Cole- Friday Night Lights


 

TOP SONGS:


"Before I'm Gone"


"Blow Up"


"Higher"


"In The Morning"


download:
J. Cole- Friday Night Lights (Mixtape)


6. Ground Up- The Get Down


 

TOP SONGS:


"Bills"


"Downtown"


"No Thanks"


"Scars"


"Restless"


download:
Ground Up- The Get Down (Mixtape) 

TOP 25 Mixtapes: #15-11

I realize it has been quite a while since I updated the TOP 25, but it is almost complete. The list of my TOP 25 Mixtapes in recent history is done, now I just have to finish my posts. The list WILL be and up on the site by the end of tomorrow night. I am very excited to be almost finished and can't wait for you guys to see the rest of the list. Enjoy the next 5! ~ Smitty

15. Aer- The Reach

TOP SONGS:

"Somewhere I Been"

 

"Feel I Bring"


"Every Day"


download:
Aer- The Reach (Mixtape) 



14. Rockie Fresh- The Otherside


 

TOP SONGS:


"The Worth"


"Sofa King Cole"


"They Don't Understand Why"


"What's the Hurry"


"Otherside"


download:
Rockie Fresh- The Otherside (Mixtape)


13. Na Palm- Late at Night


 

TOP SONGS:


"Grown"


"Lonely Flight"


"Outta Here"


"This Could Be You"


download:
Na Palm- Late at Night (Mixtape)


12. Cam Meekins- Cam Meekins Day Off

 

TOP SONGS:


"Taken Off"


"Just Like You"


"Far Away"


"Fast Lane"


download:
Cam Meekins- Cam Meekins Day Off (Mixtape) 


11. Tayibb Ali- Eighteen


 

TOP SONGS:


"Kid Again"


"That Day"


"I Ain't Scared"


"Stop and Stare"


"Superman"


download:
Tayyib Ali- Eighteen (Mixtape)

Gilbere Forte- Lord Knows (freestyle)

Gilbere Forte dropped an unreal freestyle that I simply had to post. Rapping over a Just Blaze product entitled "Lord Knows", Forte absolutely flows. He takes Drake's song and completely takes ownership of it. I was very impressed and it is one of Forte's last efforts before the new year. I Expect great things from this dude in 2012.


download: Gilbere Forte- Lord Knows

Rich Kid Sound System- I Want it All

Out of Miami, Florida, Rich Kid Sound System is a hip hop artist with a significant indie influence. This new track he put out entitled "I Want it All" is real catchy and he shows off his singing and rapping abilities. I am very excited for RKSS and I think they have a bright future. Check out the new track below as well as an earlier track called "Not Far From Home"...enjoy!


download: Rich Kid Sound System- I Want It All

BONUS:

download: Rich Kid Sound System- Not Far From Home

The Weekend- Echoes of Silence (Mixtape)

Abel Tesfaye busts out his third mixtape entitled Echoes of Silence. The 21 year old Canadian has really blown up this year, and this tape really shows why The Weekend has become so popular. House of Balloons and Thursday are his first two offerings and both are great so it's recommended you check those out as well if you have not already done so. I have posted a few of my favorites below in addition to the entire 9 song tape. Enjoy the third mixtape from The Weekend, may there be many more to come.

The Weekend- DD


The Weekend- The Fall


The Weekend- Next

DOWNLOAD: The Weekend- Echoes of Silence (Mixtape)

Ravi Parikh (of Sex Ray Vision) - Pilgrim

Everyone should know by now how talented this guy is. Sex Ray Vision comes out with song after song, and this time Ravi decided to do a solo effort entitled "Pilgrim". This is a feel good party track that once again shows off the talents of this young producer. Much more to come from Ravi and Sex Ray Vision so keep checkin the site for more. Download and stream below.


download: Ravi Parikh (of Sex Ray Vision)- Pilgrim

XV- Learn to Fly (feat. Betty Trouble) (prod. The Awesome Sound)

There is no shortage of new sounds from XV. He has been coming out with a new song every week it seems like and this time he gives us "Learn to Fly", produced by The Awesome Sound and featuring Betty Trouble. XV definitely goes hard on this track and it is worth checking out and downloading. His new EP is coming out soon and you know I'll keep you updated.


download: XV- Learn to Fly (feat. Betty Trouble) (prod. The Awesome Sound)