Let’s face it, gospel rap has pretty much always sucked. We’ve seen numerous attempts at this type of thing in the past, from the entire catalog of Kirk Franklin albums to KRS-One’s strange turn with Spiritual Minded, a few years back. We won’t even bring up niche acts like Gospel Gangstaz that have never penetrated [cont.]

Kanye West performed “Bound 2″ on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon the other night, backed by the legendary Roots crew and Charlie Wilson. He opened the song with a different first line, clearly taking a shot at Ray J, in response to his “I Hit It First” record, which references Ray J’s previous relationship with [cont.]

Excuse My French in stores now.

John Zee from SpliffBreaks.com interviews the Demigodz (Celph Titled & Apathy) in Vancouver, BC at Fortune Sound Club. Topics discussed include: Why it took a long time for them to finally perform in Van City, the meaning behind the Demigodz name, Apathy’s involvement as a Mason & how it effects his life, Big Pun’s influence [cont.]

Produced by Mighty Mi and Slugworth. Cage’s Kill The Architect is coming Oct 22nd on Eastern Conference Records.

This is chapter 1 of 3 of Kenna’s Imitation Is Suicide EP series, and it’s produced by Chad Hugo of The Neptunes. The second volume will be with 9 of Hearts, the third with RJD2. The Land 2 Air Chronicles II series is a continuation of the initial Land 2 Air Chronicles project released in [cont.]

After a good ole Brooklyn studio session, Pharoahe Monch stopped by Okayplayer headquarters to answer the questions plaguing everyone’s mind.

R.A. The Rugged Man’s acclaimed new album Legends Never Die finds the legendary rapper linking up with a number of high-profile peers, including Tech N9ne, Talib Kweli, Hopsin, Vinnie Paz, and Krizz Kaliko. One of the most talked-about collaborations on the album is “The Dangerous Three,” featuring both Brother Ali and Masta Ace. Now, R.A. [cont.]

Almighty’s “The 2nd Coming” is now available wherever fine music is sold via RBC Records with guest features from Busta Rhymes, Crooked I, Kool G Rap, Kurupt, Masta Killa, Vinnie Paz, Chino XL & more.

World Famous Beat Junkie and Stones Throw affiliate, J. Rocc, teamed up with Madlib collaborator and one of Oxnard’s finest, MED, for their group AXEL F.. Their joint “Sofa Set” EP is currently out now via Bang Ya Head Entertainment and is the pre-cursor to their upcoming full length album dropping later this year. Recently [cont.]

Directed by Reg Traviss. “(Is It Gangsta?) Yes Yes Yes” is taken from the UK rapper’s forthcoming album, When Will It Stop. The single is produced by Mark Ronson, who makes a cameo in the video, and is due Oct. 6th.

Things come along, present themselves, and then in certain cases, resonate directly with the culture. The climate is right, the window of opportunity is open, the right person seizes it, and the perfect storm takes place. Case in point might be something like Star Wars in the 80′s or Arrested Development in the Bush era, [cont.]

First Single off of Nyck Caution’s Pro Era crew debut project, which is still untitled.

2 Chainz speaks on the creative process behind his new album’s DONDA house produced album cover for B.O.A.T.S. II.

Birdman’s Rich Gang compilation is available now.

Directed by Dr. Zodiak of Sicfuc & Felony Fights. Produced by Cavi Gold Records.

n promotion for the September 24th release of Highway Robbery, a collaborative project between Philly based producer Small Professor and Guilty Simpson, Beat Goliath in conjunction with Coalmine Records are both pleased to unveil the project’s debut leak “On the Run,” featuring turntablist extraordinaire DJ Revolution. Highway Robbery is now available for pre-order via iTunes. [cont.]

Pharoahe Monch recalls the time Kanye commented on his gear.

Dead on all sites that reported Nicki Minaj filed a restraining order against DJ Khaled.

Famed battle rapper, Loaded Lux, delivers his official mixtape, based on his legendary catch-phrase, “You gon’ get this work!”. Hosted by Shaq, the mixtape features guest shots from Bun B, Jadakiss, Raekwon, Redman, Method Man, Trae Tha Truth, Fred The Godson and more. Download Mixtape | Free Mixtapes Powered by DatPiff.com