Here is Gucci’s second video from Radric Davis vs The State. December 8th is already EPIC.

Joeyie said it best:

The real wait is over! Dj Envy just premiered the record, and here is the official CDQ. You have seen everything from tweets, pictures, audio teasers, video teasers and interviews. Everything except that actual song, but great things always come to those that wait. Now after years in the making (The Clipse wanted Cam’ron to lay a verse on their “Grindin” remix, but that never happened) the Thorton brothers and Harlem’s own King Jaffy Joe have finally come together on the same track and if that wasn’t enough this classic is produced by none other than Pharrell.

DL: The Clipse feat. Cam’ron – “Back By Popular Demand (Popeyes)”

Thanks Akon Jr!

Photo: Robert Adam Mayer

Here is a brand new joint from Emilio Rojas off of his upcoming project “The Natural“ Presented By DJ Green Lantern which is being re-worked to some additional new material and will be available soon.

DL: Emilio Rojas – “Tic Toc” (Produced by M-Phazes)

With his debut album being released today, (happy belated birthday) Fashawn does what you’re supposed to do which is purchase a copy of his album produced entirely by Exile. And look I justed saved you a trip to for your local record store -> (Purchase here on iTunes). If you need another reason to own this good music, here’s his second single “Samsonite Man“ feat. Blu. UPDATED: Exile speaks on the project as well.

DL: Fashawn – Samsonite Man (Feat. Blu) (Produced by Exile)

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Earlier today Complex Magazine posted their initial thoughts on The Clipse’s upcoming third studio album “Till The Casket Drops” track by track here. See below for the full tracklist with production credits.

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When it comes to Gucci Mane, when it rains it pours! Just to recap if you have been living under a rock, Gucci Mane is EVERYWHERE! Between his own material, being featured on MTV’s Hottest MCs List and his numerous features and remixes, it seems like there is no end in sight. This brand new joint “Spotlight” is being billed as the official follow up to “Wasted”. His album Radric Vs. The State is still slated to hit stores this December.

DL: Gucci Mane feat. Usher – “Spotlight” (Produced by Polow Da Don)

Respect: MissInfo for the debut and NR for the artwork.

Far removed from his days as the undisputed mixtape champion, last night 50 released what is alleged the first of many “street albums” as he attempts to build hype for the much talked about and delayed Before I Self Destruct. Word is a G-Unit mixtape is on the way as well.

How great would it be to see the G-Unit radio series return?

Anyway, the tracklist and link follow after the jump as well as the video of 50’s interview with Funk Flex, courtesy of the good folks at Nah Right.
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To say this moment hasn’t been a “long time coming” for Bronx MC, Donny Goines, would be short changing the adversity and hardships he experienced, just throughout the past decade. After a stint in the military, Goines life began to spiral out of control with several encounters with law enforcement, until an appearance on Jay-Z’s “Fade To Black” DVD encouraged him to pursue rapping full-time. Fast forward to May 19, Goines finds himself releasing his sophomore album, The Breakfast Club, on the same day as hip-hop legends Eminem, Method Man and Redman and Busta Rhymes. Naming the album after after one of his favorite movies from the 1980’s, the theme looks to be the polar opposite of his first LP, the deep and dark A Minute After Midnight, with Goines showcasing a more relaxed and fun side of himself.

Goines’ buzz has been increasing by the day with his feature in XXL and appearances on radio shows, most recently with Peter Rosenberg. Even with the added attention, one of the major beliefs Goines has remained steadfast with has been his independent spirit.  Unlike the other big name albums scheduled to drop, as a sign of appreciation for not only the music, but his fans as well, The Breakfast Club has been released as a free download with features from Mistah FAB, Termanology, Tanya Morgan, Skyzoo and Planet Asia and production from Dame Grease and Statik Selektah.

“We in a recession, so it’s free. You don’t have to cop anything, just go to a blog or website and download it,” said Goines.

With that in mind, follow his lead and click the link below. The above video is an intro he shot at the Red Studio in Harlem exclusively for KarenCivil.com.

Download: Donny Goines  “The Breakfast Club” LP

On May 26, Julian Marley will release Awake, his first studio album in nearly six years, via the indie label, Ghetto Youths.

Recorded at the Lion’s Den in Miami, Florida and Tuff Gong in Kingston, Jamaica, the 16-track followup to 2003’s A Time and Place is said to reflect the inspiration of, “all the family who have come before [him].” Which means, one should expect a sound that, “incorporates the roots-reggae sound that Julian has made his own, infused with street-energy hip-hop, bubbling dancehall and a smooth combination of R&B and reggae.”

Julian will also be playing select dates on the Blazed and Confused tour with brother Stephen, Snoop Dogg and punk reggae veterans Slightly Stoopid.

                  DOWNLOAD: Julian Marley Ft Damian Marley-Violence In The Streets