Atmosphere – When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold (2008)

Artist: Atmosphere
Album: When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold
Year: 2008
Label: Rhymesayers
Order Online: Fifth Element
Download: Here

This needs no introductions. All I can say is fucking buy this when it drops and catch him on tour! Remember, you can’t download a t-shirt!

Doomtree – False Hopes (2007)

Artist: Doomtree
Album: False Hopes
Year: 2007
Label: Doomtree Records
Order Online: Doomtree.net
Download: Here

“For those uninitiated, the 11 person collective is made up of RSE’s P.O.S., Dessa, Cecil Otter, Sims, Mike Mictlan on the vocal front and Lazerbeak, Paper Tiger, Turbo Nemesis, MK Larada, Tom Servo and Emily Bloodmobile on the boards, decks, etc. With so many hands in the pot, everyone has to make the most out of their moment to shine, particular the emcees. As a result, there is so much disenchantment and anger packed into each verse that it would be hard-pressed for the listener not to feel deftly energized (or decidedly claustrophobic and overwhelmed) after hearing just one song from the group. Tracks like “Knives On Fire“, Dessa’s solo cut “Veteran“ and “No Homeowners (Renter’s Rebate)“ exemplify the fervent eloquence of disappointment and “anguished apathy” funneled through the group’s heady vocal appreciation of Bone Thugs ‘N Harmony, Freestyle Fellowship and Blackalicious. Even a mellow track like “A Hundred Fathers“ manages to press the listener’s ears with the rapper’s inebriated lyrical expression and vivid descriptions of haunted towns and imaginary monsters. In other words, some Hip Hop fans will bite and others will find this eclectic approach towards rapping a detriment to Doomtree’s music.”

Definitely in the top five best albums released last year. I highly suggest you pick this one up and give it a listen.

Sage Francis – SageFrancis.net Exclusives (2005)

Artist: Sage Francis
Album: SageFrancis.net Exclusives
Year: 2005
Label:
Order Online: Previously for download.
Download: Here

Released exclusively on SageFrancis.net and now I’m releasing to all of you because it has one of my favourite tracks he has ever written on it. It’s a remix of “Threewrite”. Track listing below so you Sage Francis listeners out there know what the remixes are. I hated the original version of Threewrite but this gives a completely new feel to the song and makes it.

01. Slow Down Gandhi (Renanimator 80’s Remix)
02. Slow Down Gandhi (Losaka Remix)
03. Hey Bobby (Renanimator Remix)
04. Threewrite (Mikal Khill And Arit Harvanko Remix)

Henry Rollins – Provoked (Bonus DVD) (2008)

Artist: Henry Rollins
Album: Provoked (Bonus DVD)
Year: 2008
Label: 2.13.61
Order Online: 2.13.61 Store
Download: Here

I previously posted the Provoked album that just came out. This is the audio from the bonus DVD that comes packaged with the CD. It’s not the same as the CD, it’s a show that was recorded way back in 1996. Check this out if you were into the CD or anything else he’s done. You all know my love for Rollins.

Atmosphere – Sad Clown Bad Spring (2008)

Artist: Atmosphere
Album: Sad Clown Bad Spring 12
Year: 2008
Label: Rhymesayers
Order Online: Here
Download: Here

Here’s the newest edition to the Sad Clown series. It’s just as good as the rest that have recently dropped and definitely worth picking up if you are an Atmosphere fan. This should be able to hold everyone over until Lemons drops!

Atmosphere – Shoulda Known (Promo CDS) (2008)

Artist: Atmosphere
Album: Shoulda Known (Promo CDS)
Year: 2008
Label: Rhymesayers
Order Online: Promotional Item
Download: Here

Here’s the new single from Slug & ANT. Instrumental track is included. Check it out and keep your eyes peeled for the full length.

Atmosphere – Uptown Jesus (Limited Ed. CDS) (2002)

Artist: Atmosphere
Album: Uptown Jesus (Limited Edition CDS)
Year: 2002
Label: Rhymesayers
Order Online: Not In Print
Download: Here

This was requested by email and I uploaded it for the gentleman, so I thought I would put it up for all to enjoy. If anyone has the artwork, please shoot me a line in the comments.

Canadian Hip-Hop

So I bring to you a post with some Canadian hip-hop artists that I love. There is a vast amount of great talent coming out of the Canadian hip-hop scene and I want to share it all with you. I’m going to compile a list here and the list will be linked as I get the albums uploaded, so if the album isn’t up for download yet just give it a few days. If you have any requests for the list or have something you would like to contribute just post a comment and let me know!

This is going to take a pretty long while to upload all this shit.. So if you have any of these albums and feel like doing something nice.. upload one or two for me and you’ll be properly credited and thanked!

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Arabesque – Hang Your Heroes (Hosted by Rah Digga) (2008)
Arabesque – The Frenzy Of Renown (2005)
Brassmunk – Fewturistic (Retail) (2007)
Braze – Supremacy (2007)
Buck 65 – Secret House Against The World (2005)
Buck 65 – Situation (2007)
Buck 65 – Strong Arm Mixtape (2006)
Buck 65 – Talkin’ Honky Blues (2003)
Cadence Weapon – Afterparty Babies (Promo) (2008)
Cadence Weapon – Breaking Kayfabe (2005)
Classified – Boy-Cott-In The Industry (2005)
Classified – Boy-Cott-In The Industry (Promo VLS) (2006)
Classified – Find Out (CDS) (2006)
Classified – Hitch Hikin Music (2006)
Classified – Information (1998)
Classified – One Shot (1996)
Classified – Times Up Kid (Retail) (1995)
Classified – Touch Of Class (EP) (1997)
Classified – Trial and Error (2003)
Classified – Union Dues (2001)
Classified – Unpredictable (2000)
Classified – What Happened (1996)
Classified – While You Were Sleeping (2007)
Def 3 And Moka Only – Dog River (2007)
DL Incognito – A Sample And A Drum Machine (2002)
DL Incognito – Life’s A Collection Of Experiences (2004)
DL Incognito – Organic Music For A Digital World (2006)
Epic – 8:30 In Newfoundland (2001)
Eternia – Its Called Life (2005)
Eternia – Struggle (Feat. Wordsworth and Kenn Starr) (Promo CDS) (2006)
Eternia – Where Im At – The Setup (Bootleg) (2007)
J-Bru – Identity Crisis (2007)
Jay Bizzy – The Ghost of Jacob Marley (2006)
K-OS – Atlantis- The Hymn For Disco (2006)
K-OS – Collected (2007)
K-OS – Joyful Rebellion (2004)
K’naan – My Life Is A Movie (2004)
K’naan – The Dusty Foot On The Road (2007)
K’naan – The Dusty Foot Philosopher (2005)
Kyprios – Say Something (2004)
Mathematik – Ecology (2000)
Mad Mak – Whatever Happens, Happens… (2006)
Maestro – Urban Landmark (1989-2005) (2005)
Mellow Black – At The Speed of Motion (2007)
MJ (Miles Jones) – One Chance (2006)
Moka Only – Airport (2007)
Moka Only – Desired Effect (Reissue) (2006)
Moka Only – Dirty Jazz (2005)
Moka Only – Flood (Limited Edition) (2002)
Moka Only – Flowtorch (EP) (2000)
Moka Only – Lowdown Suite (2003)
Moka Only – Martian Xmas 2004 (2007)
Moka Only – Road Life (EP) (2001)
Moka Only – The Creepee Eepee (2007)
Moka Only – The Desired Effect (2005)
Moka Only – The Station Agent (2006)
Moka Only – Vermilion (2007)
Moka Only and Atsushi Numata – Moka Only vs Numata (2007)
Moka Only And Sixtoo – Crystal Senate (1997)
Mood Ruff – I Do My Own Stunts (2005)
Nowfolk 2 (Moka Only & Ishkan) – The Moon (2002)
OK Cobra – OK Cobra (Fritz Tha Cat & RecordFace) (2006)
Pandhandlers Crew – Park Bench Prohets (2005)
Pocket Dwellers – Conception- The Mix Tape Vol. 2 (2005)
Pocket Dwellers – Digitally Organic (2000)
Pocket Dwellers – Lifecheck (2005)
Pocket Dwellers – PD-Atrics (2005)
Shad – La Cassette Mixee (2007)
Shad – The Old Prince (2007)
Shad – When This Is Over (2005)
Spesh K – Media Coverage (2006)
Sweatshop Union – Local 604 (2002)
Sweatshop Union – Natural Progression (2004)
Swollen Members – Balance (2001)
Swollen Members – Black Magic (2006)
Swollen Members – The Early Tapes (Ltd.Ed.) (1997)
Tru-Paz – Concrete Kings (2007)

Henry Rollins – Provoked (2008)

Artist: Henry Rollins
Album: Provoked
Year: 2008
Label: 2.13.61
Order Online: 2.13.61 Store
Download: Here

I’ve long been a fan of Henry Rollins and his spoken word performances. I was lucky enough to catch him on his “Provoked” tour this winter and it was nothing short of amazing. If you aren’t familiar with Rollins body of work, leave a comment and I’ll upload some good stuff to get you started. I wish I had more to say about this.. But I do assure you that it is really worth a listen, as is the rest of his work.