Almost Ordinary
Kendrick Lamar - Growing Apart ft Jhene Aiko
8 Sep 2010
A new track by kendrick Lamar from his album dropping Sept 15, O(verly) D(edicated). Also check out the visually striking video!.... Enjoy!
Download: Kendrick Lamar - Growing Apart ft Jhene Aiko
Miguel Atwood-Ferguson Ensemble "Drips/Take Notice" feat Flying Lotus
2 Sep 2010
Bring this to NYC! Thank you! But seriously, definitely a dope piece by some of my fav artists.... Enjoy!
Download: Miguel Atwood-Ferguson Ensemble "Drips/Take Notice" feat Flying Lotus
Ill Poetic - Inside looking outside
5 Aug 2010
Great oldschool song but just the instrumental..... great song to prepare us for the new hybernation we will call winter pretty soon up here in NYC!
Download: Ill Poetic - Inside Looking Outside
Just a Bunch of Stuff
28 Jul 2010
Been super busy with a lot of kick ass projects, but wanted to get some stuff out there for all those asking for it. Just a bunch of stuff that I've been listening to lately, with my limited free time.. Enjoy!
Download: Datahowler - Mr Brightside (Killers Vs. Hudson Mohawke)
Download: Lil Wayne - Stuntin' Like My Daddy (FAMUEL Remix)
Download: Manu Chao - Bongo Bongo
Download: Rapdragons - She Got Me (Moss of Aura Remix)
Download: BIG vs Chromeo - Nasty Girl
Download: Bloc Party - The Present
Chip tha Ripper - Tell Her Why
8 Jul 2010
Feeling this song this morning. Gotta get my juices flowing to get this day goin'.. Enjoy!
Download: Chip tha Ripper – Tell Her (with Fly Union)
Questlove – Goodbye Isaac
8 Jul 2010
It's been too LONG! Just wanted to hit you with this smooth song ?uesto released on the day Isacc hayes passed away, super melo. Have a great Day! .... Enjoy!
Download: Questlove – Goodbye Isaac
Drake - 9am in Dallas Freestyle
21 May 2010
Not enough time to kep posting, but came across this and wanted to share!.... Enjoy!
Download: Drake - 9am in Dallas Freestyle
Big Sean ft Drake - Made
7 May 2010
Well looks like I have a new song hard on repeat today and thought I'd share. Hapy Music Monday People, heads up and own the day!.... Enjoy!
Download: Big Sean ft. Drake - Made
Jay Electronica – The Ghost of Christopher Wallace f. Diddy
3 May 2010
Jay Electronica w/ Diddy? Ok.... Enjoy!
Download: Jay Electronica – The Ghost of Christopher Wallace f. Diddy
Damian Marley + Nas - Africa Must Wake Up Ft K'Naan
30 Apr 2010
F-Unemployment wasn't long enough! But gotta payu the bills, sorry I've been slacking on getting more out there but I've been a busy bee. Def enjoyed this song, and wanted to get it out there to everyone! Enjoy!
Download: Damian Marley + Nas - Africa Must Wake Up Ft K'Naan
ao: Music Monday
12 Apr 2010
I've ahd wayyyy too much freetime on my hands with this F-unemployment.... I wish!!! I've been busy as a dog lately, but def want to share some of the jams I've been hoarding for the last few weeks... Hope you Enjoy!
Download: Busy- A Camphoraceous Elixir
Download: Coolroy - GNG
Download: Big Boi - Shutterbug
Download: Kidkanevil - Zo0o0o0p-Ft.-Oddisee
Download: Constrobuz - Listen Close
Jus Like Music & Apple Juice Break present: Oscillations Part 1
29 Mar 2010
Day numero uno of my F-unemplyment and jamming it away with a mix by two people I def think everyone should be following on twitter! Tons of great tracks, including two of my fav's below. Hit their BandCamp to grab this and other mixes, for FREE! Enjoy!
Download: Jus Like Music & Apple Juice Break present: Oscillations Part 1
City of God's Son - by Kenzo Digital
25 Mar 2010
This is EPIC, haven't been this excited to see something hip hop reated in a while! Download the soundtrack and listen to it at night with headphones, while wearing a blindfold. If you love hip hop and a good story, just close your eyes and Enjoy!
*Best if Downloaded
Download: City of God's Son - Soundtrack by Kenzo Digital
Common – "Testify" (88-Keys Hand On The Bible Remix)
16 Mar 2010
My man 88-Keys just found this gem, with a nice write up on his [Blog], I've been jamming it since I grabbed it this morning. Check it out an Enjoy! Also if you're in one of the Tour cities for his Crowd Control Tour, peep it, Had a good time hanging with all the cats when they opened in NYC!
Download: Common – "Testify" (88-Keys Hand On The Bible Remix)
Taxi - Mos Def & Whosane (Produced by Ski Beatz)
16 Mar 2010
I've been banging a craptastic version of this joint for a couple months now, finally a mastered version with Whosane is out!!!! Download and jam it! As always, Enjoy!
Download: Taxi - Mos Def & Whosane (Produced by Ski Beatz)
Flying Lotus Friday
12 Mar 2010
Today seem like a damn good day to jam out to some Flying Lotus. I hope you agree, Enjoy!
Download: Flying Lotus - Roberta Flack
Download: Flying Lotus - Beginners Falafel
Download: Flying Lotus - Orbit Brazil
Download: Flying Lotus - Dance Of The Pseudo Nymph
David Banner "Strange (prod. 9th Wonder)" feat. Big Remo
12 Mar 2010
David Banner has been releasing some bangers as of late! This one puts his southern delivery on the back of a 9th Wonder Beat. Crank that shit up and Enjoy!
Download: David Banner "Strange (prod. 9th Wonder)" feat. Big Remo
Ab-Soul – 2DopeBoyz Freestyle
11 Mar 2010
It's a 2dopeboyz shoutout kinda day. This is a pretty fresh free style from Ab-Soul. Check it and Enjoy!
Download: Ab-Soul – 2DopeBoyz Freestyle
Fresh Daily – Video Gamin’ (SABeats Remix)
11 Mar 2010
My buddy's over at 2dopeboyz had a remix contest for Fresh Daily's - Video Gaming, and the fresh to death producer, SABeats came through with the winning mix. Check it and Enjoy! P.S. I liked Ecco the Dolphin!
Download: Fresh Daily – Video Gamin’ (SABeats Remix)
T.I. - I'm Back
09 Mar 2010
T.I., is BACK. Wayne, is IN. This is some classic T.I.P. Enjoy!
Download: T.I. - I'm Back
Drake - Over (Prod. By: Boi-1da)
05 Mar 2010
Holy Sp*t, Drake does his thing on this piece.... But his fellow Canadian Boi-1da kills it with the production. If you have something with bass, crank it up to 11! Enjoy.
Download: Drake - Over (Prod. By: Boi-1da)
Erykah Badu - Lost My Mind Just In Time
24 Feb 2010
I have been posting every track from Erykah's album that is going to be at the least MIND BLOWING. I've been a fan of Badu for a while, but never have I heard so many different sounds / areas from her. This jam is just simply bad ass. It's slow but just listen to what she's preeching. Download it and Enjoy!
Download: Erykah Badu - Lost My Mind Just In Time
Bug - Cosmic Lab
23 Feb 2010
London's Bug, is shining on this smooth instrumental. As anyone who's been frequenting ao knows, I am all about melodic jams like this one. Listen for yourself. Enjoy!
Download: Bug - Cosmic Lab
TiRon - For Your Smile
18 Feb 2010
Wow is all I can say about this song.... Takes me back to Freshman year in college, and lst week..... Time for me to go find a new smile out there! Def a dope jam. ENJOY!
Download: TiRon - For Your Smile
H.O.P.E - Me & HER
16 Feb 2010
Back from a romantic Valentine’s Day? ...Me either! Wanted to bring you “Me & HER” from Compton’s finest, H.O.P.E. He has a project coming soon called “I Believe In Hope Wright”. This right here is the first drop produced by Roosevelt. This song may just make some of you out there decide to get a girl... Me, I'm do what the f*&( I want when I want! Enjoy!
Download: H.O.P.E - me & HER
Happy B Day Ian Hodge, Fela - Zombie
12 Feb 2010
Shout out to my buddy Ian hodge down in FL, here's an e-gift. Feel free to regift to everyone you know. Enjoy and drink one for me!
Download: Fela Kuti- Zombie
The Roots: J Dilla Tributes
11 Feb 2010
After a day of treacherous snow, I've been overwhelmed with new music and want to share with all my friends out there. These are a couple of arrangements by The Roots. These gems sound fucking beautiful. Enjoy!
Download: The Roots – Eve
Download: The Roots – Antiquity Ft. The Miguel Atwood-Ferguson Dillchestra
Lupe Fiasco - What U Want
11 Feb 2010
This is a differnt sound from what you may have heard from Lupe's upcoming album, We Are Lasers. Sounds like he recruited my man Kenna to do the chorus. Enjoy!
Download: Lupe Fiasco - What U Want
Erykah Badu - Window Seat
11 Feb 2010
This joint is def giving me goose bumps. Classic Erykah, doing what she does best. Look for this on her upcoming New Amerykah Part 2. No need to elaborate. Enjoy!
Download: Erykah Badu - Window Seat
Johnny Polygon – Riot Song
09 Feb 2010
There's a riot going on, a riot that I want to be part of. Def an uptempo production by the one and only Green Lantern, complimented with the smoothness of Johnny Polygon. Enjoy!
Download: Johnny Polygon – Riot Song
KiD CuDi – Highs N Lows (prod. Dot Da Genius)
03 Feb 2010
Another great production piece by Dot Da Genius. Highs and Lows flows like pinochio's nose after two lines of blow.... Okay that was whack, but this songe is DOPE. Check it out & Enjoy!
Download: KiD CuDi – Highs N Lows (prod. Dot Da Genius)
Mos Def Monday
01 Feb 2010
Happy Black History Month!! Brooklyn's Finest, the black Daunte, is at it again. One unreleased track from his latest hit work The Ecstatic. The Tournament is a dope piece that will be added to my collection, so make sure it's in yours too!! Also check out the goosebump'n video of White Drapes from the Mictape Vol.1 below. Can't wait for that gem to drop! Enjoy
Download: Mos Def - The Tournament
Mos Def - White Drapes
Najee - West Side Story
25 Jan 2010
It's Monday -Gunday, and this cat is definitely packing heat! N-A-J-(two) E's, has a delivery style as sharp as his pen. Peep one of my fav tracks on the album, Walk Through the West Side. So put on your sneakers and take a walk through the West Side & Enjoy!
Najee - Walk Through the West Side
Download: Najee - A Westside Story
Common - Next Time
22 Jan 2010
An unreleased joint by Common. This track is around the Finding Forever album. Excellent track, suprised it didn't make the cut. Enjoy!
Download: Common - Next Time
Stalley - MadStalley
20 Jan 2010
This Ohio native hailing from New York dropped his mixtape “MadStalley: The Autobiography” last year, done over re-workings of Madlib beats showcasing his potential. Now 2010 is definitely Stalley’s year to explode. Dude has some sick flow, and from I can def hear some of my Ohio cats in his vibe. Enjoy!!
Stalley - Babblin'
Stalley - Spice Island ft Brian Auger
Download: Stalley - MadStalley (Mixtape)
T-Wayne - Beehive Waist
20 Jan 2010
A nice bass filled jam. Fav line Can i put my finger in your apple pie! IDK what that is, but I like it hahah.
Download: T Pain ft Lil Wayne - Beehive Waist
Tyler the Creator - Bastard
15 Jan 2010
Been on an upload hietus working with World Up with the recent tragedies in Haiti, check out the site to help out!
While you're doing that download Tyler the Creator's mixtap Bastard, this 18 yo potty mouthed little shit has some pretty dope, rancid, verses. Below are a few of my favorite tracks. One of my favorite verses, "I'm a dream catcher, where nothing but nightmares are caught...... go to sleep." Some of the hardest, well placed bass drops envelope each track, def props to the prod team this cat has. Enjoy! (p.s. not for the squemish, def explicit!)
Tyler the Creator - Slow it Down ft Hodgy Beats
Tyler the Creator - Parade
Tyler the Creator - Bastard
Download: Tyler the Creator - Batard Mixtape
Mochilla - Hear the world (MixAlbum)
08 Jan 2010
In “Hear The World,” Eric Coleman (Mochilla), mixes the very best musical moments of the year into one completely exclusive mix CD taken from the recordings made.
Where else could you experience the music of Mulatu, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson and the Suite for Ma Dukes Orchestra, Arthur Verocai, Azymuth, Quantic and his Combo Barbaro, Karriem Riggins, Jackson Conti, Exile and more all on one album? Enjoy!
Download: Suite for Ma Dukea - Take Notice
Download: Mochilla - Hear the world (MixAlbum)
Seu Jorge - Tive Razão (I was Right)
06 Jan 2010
It's ice cold out and I want to be in the place that this song takes me every time I hear it. Spring's around the corner, but until then Ill keep this on repeat and stare at the snow outside my office window. Seu Jorge exudes passion in all of his works, but this one is just him, a guitar and a deep bass hit...taking you to a distant place. (Translated its a bit of a sad love song) Enjoy!
Download: Seu Jorge - Tive Razão (I was Right)
Cult Logic - Forever
(Drake ft. Kanye West & Lil Wayne vs Miike Snow)
04 Jan 2010
Too tired to write, but happy new year! Enjoy a hyped up version of the "classic" ha!
Download: Cult Logic - Forever
(Drake ft. Kanye West & Lil Wayne vs Miike Snow)
Gas Lamp Killer -
Low End Theory Japan Tour 2009 Mix
30 Dec 2009
As I've stated many times over, The Low End Theory has some of the best guys in the business and all you East coasters have them in your backyard! Gaslamp killer is a maniac on the mix and the drums which he pumps hard in this snippet for the Low End Theory Japan Tour 2009 mix. Enjoy! BTW I miss studying the Japanese language, I'll have to get over there in 2010 and brush up!
Download: Gas Lamp Killer - Low End Theory Japan Tour 2009 Mix
[Corde]
Exile - Love Line
29 Dec 2009Exile - Love Line
I've had this track on repeat for the last half hour and still getting goosebumps. Exile IS the new best producer out there! Had the pleasure to meet him twice earlier this year and def plan on hitting his forthcoming shows in NYC up when he swings through. Dude def puts in work and you can feel it in your whole body. I encourage you to go out and find more of his work! Enjoy.
Download: Exile - Love Line
Lupe Fiasco - I'm Beaming
28 Dec 2009
Definitely a Music Monday here on Almost Ordinary. This latest track, I'm Beaming, is presumably from the upcoming We Are Lasers is def BEAMING!!! Can't wait for this album to drop, Lupe never dissapoints. Enjoy
Download: Lupe Fiasco - I'm Beaming
Reflection Eternal "Untitled"
feat. Mos Def, Jay Electronica, and J. Cole
28 Dec 2009
A new joint featuring Kweli, Jay Elect, Mos Def and the hidden force of J. Cole.
Enjoy!
Download: Reflection Eternal "Untitled"
feat. Mos Def, Jay Electronica, and J. Cole
A Decade Of Flying Lotus
(Mixed By Gaslamp Killer)
28 Dec 2009
Woke up to a sweet email from my buddy Ebeneezer, and it was this hot joint. A decade of Flying Lotus mixed by Gas Lamp Killer, who is another favorite of mine. Didn't need any coffee this morning, just put this on cranked up the stereo and thanked my concrete walls for not pissing my neighbors off, who are actually pretty dope. Do yourself a favor and DL this and enjoy 10 years of Flying Lotus in a mere 39:00 minutes.
PS I'm now at work and have listened to this 3 times... Sipping on a Monter energy drink... if anyone has a contact with them, I could def use them as a sponsor.... ;)
Download: A Decade Of Flying Lotus (Mixed By Gaslamp Killer)
Muhsinah - Lose My Fuse
(Produced By Flying Lotus)
18 Dec 2009
Ewwwwwww Weeeeeee! I've heard this Flying Lotus track before, but never with the vocals of Muhsinah. This is a pure eargasmic experience @ its best, so I hope you have a Q-Tip handy!!
P.S. If you have access to something that produces crsip bass, utilize it!
Download: Muhsinah - Lose My Fuse (Produced By Flying Lotus)
Jay Electronica - Exhibit C (CDQ)
17 Dec 2009
Good news for all the hip hop heads out there! After blessing us with a radio rip of the latest installment of his exhibition series Jay Electronica finally presents Exhibit C in CDQ. The Just Blaze-produced cut proves why this New Orleans native has attracted the attention of many high profile artists like Nas and Erykah Badu. It offers everything a true rap fan can ask for ? thought provoking lyrics backed by a superb beat.
Download: Jay Electronica - Exhibit C
[via Hypebeast]
AJK - Louis Armstrong Remixed
16 Dec 2009
Wow just came across this and am blown away! Apple Juice Kid in collaboration with Battalion Armour have made a masterpiece! Check the intro below then head to his site below to grab this and other albums! Enjoy!
Zero 7 - Assorted Flavors
16 Dec 2009
Here are some of my favorite mixes by Zero 7, hope you enjoy!
Download: Mos Def - Umi Says (zero7 ReFix)
Download: N*E*R*D - Provider (zero7 ReFix)
Download: Radiohead - Climbing Up the Walls (zero7 ReFix)
Blitz The Ambassador - Dying To Live Feat. John Forte
15 Dec 2009
This is the live version of one of the tracks from his latest album Stereotype. It features John Forte on the hook and dropping a verse. Very dope, introspective track. Check out the work Blitz has done with World Up here. And his educationaa contributions with us here. Def a class act dude!
Download: Blitz The Ambassador - Dying To Live Feat. John Forte
Lil Wayne ft Eminem - Drop the World
15 Dec 2009
I like bass, and this has a nice hit. If you're not a Wayne fan, just scroll down. There's something here for everyone. This is a pretty dope track featuring Eminem, not to much more to say... Also the N* word's thrown around like two NBA players playing monkey in the middle with a midget, so put on some headphones.
Download: Lil Wayne ft Eminem - Drop the World
Low End Theory - Podcast Episode X
15 Dec 2009
These west coast dudes make my favorite podcasts and they are waaaaayyyyy out there. Previous mixes featuring Gas Lamp Killer, Daedelus, & Mono/Poly, to name, a few are just banger! Grab the latest by mix by Nobody & Free the Robots. Your auditory senses will be pleased. And if you like this podcast I urge you to subscribe to all of their podcasts through iTunes here. I hope I get the chance to check these guys out when I go to L.A. early 2010.
Download: Low End Theory - Podcast Episode X
Apple Juice Break x GAS'd Love Special
14 Dec 2009
For all you Fall / Winter Love bunnies out there bundling up this mix will def keep the house warm this long winter. First track gave me goosebumps, as I was listening to one of my fav songs earlier Flying Lotus' - Fall in Love (J Dilla Tribute), which is downloadable below as well.. DL the mix and crank it to 11 and ENJOY!
Track Listing
1. Carlos Nino & Miguel Atwood Feguson -Fall In Love ( J dilla Tribute)
2.Peche Noir- Nomono
3.Afta-1 -Cotton::Drum.
4.Flying Lotus - Auntiefs Lock Inifinitun ft. Laura Darlington
5.MelO-X - Just Me
6.Dam Funk- I wanna thank you
7. Nikko Gray - 4 Page Letter (Aaliyah Cover)
8.Devonwho - Withstand Pt 1 (AJB love special remix)
9.Full Crate & Mar - Homemade
10.Nikko Gray Ft. Chris Young - Focus (pro. NEVIN)
11.Devonwho - Peppajack
12.Afta-1 - Nightlight / x love outro<
Download: Flying Lotus - Fall in Love
Download: Apple Juice Break x GAS'd Love Special (right click Save As)
Lupe Fiasco feat. Trey Songz ? Blackout (v2)
14 Dec 2009
Lupe Fiasco, hate em or lov em, definitely tears this alternate version of Blackout up with Trey Songz. Can Not wait for Lupe's next album, as he has never let me down in the past. Lupe's been busy as of late; dropping his last mixtap Enemy of the State on Thanksgiving and is slated to drop yet another Friend of the People this Xmas.
Download: Lupe Fiasco feat. Trey Songz ? Blackout (v2)
Melo X
11 Dec 2009
Saw this dude perform at the legendary S.O.B.s in late Summer of this year and was blown the fuck away. His remix album of Maxwell's BLACKsummers' Night is literally one album I can go to and just rock the beats. Check my fav tracks below and hit his site to DL and preview more of his work. [All Things Melo-X]
Download: Melo X - The Highest
Download: Melo X - Dance of The Wings
Download: Melo X - The Coldest Riddim
Sade - By Your Side
11 Dec 2009
Sade is releasing her first new album in ten years, Soldier of Love. This is someone my parents probably got it on numerous times to... I mean NUMEROUS times, truthfully she's hot, but not really my style.... Not until I heard The Neptunes remix of By Your Side back in college... Then I got it on NUMEROUS times with this soundtrack... No babies were harmed! WHEW! Check the two versions below and peep her latest album.
Download: Sade - By Your Side Original
Download: Sade - By Your Side (Neptunes Remix)
Robin Thick ft Kid Cudi - Elevatas
10 Dec 2009
For anyone that had / or practiced going half on a kid to the original Robin Thicke album The Evolution of Robin Thicke, get ready to make some illigitamate Kid Cudis to this latest release from his upcoming album Sex Therapy. I know im ready!
Download: Robin Thick ft Kid Cudi - Elevatas
Kidz In The Hall - Mixtape
08 Dec 2009
Free Mixtape sponsored by Lifted Research Group Clothing Company. A complete EP for your pleasure with all new songs! My fav is Flickin', which I've been rocking for about a month now. Grab the version below, w/o the voice overs. And Download the entire mixtape Below!!!
Download: Kidz In The Hall -Flickin
Download Entire Album here [LRG]
John Lennon (9 October 1940 ? 8 December 1980)
08 Dec 2009
A small tribute to a great singer/songwriter. You will notice that I love all tyes of music, so please keep your mind open for everything out there. Take a moment to enjoy Imagine.
Download: John Lennon - Imagine
Lil Wayne - He's not soo bad, and im posting my favs.
08 Dec 2009
Just a few tracks that I'm feeling, if you like em DL em., if not just keep on scrolling down.
Download: Lil Wayne - Wasted
Download: Lil Wayne - On Fire
Download: Lil Wayne - Thinking to myself (F**ng me w her eyes)
Mos Def - May December
05 Dec 2009
Black on Both Sides is one of my to 10 all time favorite albums and this was the last track, and possibly one of my favorite arangements to date.
Download: Mos Def - May December
Flying Lotus ft. Blu, gGNG BNG Remixh
04 Dec 2009
Blu is the dopest thing to come out of the west coast...... since DOPE! Met dude last year and he's just been soaring since then
Check out this mix by one of my favorite producers, Flying Lotus.
Download: Flying Lotus ft. Blu, “GNG BNG Remix”
Flying Lotus Weezy Mixtape
04 Dec 2009
The Weezy Robo Tusin track may not be new to many of you, but the I feel like dying is def something new to my ears. Have had it on constant rotation since I found it yesterday.
If this is your first intro to Flying Lotus, you're in for a treat. I will def be posting ore of his work as well as his troupe "Low End Theory", comprised of Gas Lamp Killer and Daedelus to name a few.
DOWNLOAD: Flying Lotusf Weezy Remixes
Wiz Khalifa – Burn After Rolling (Mixtape)
04 Dec 2009
I've been bumping this in my Dre's walking through the city for the last couple of days and am addicted! Catchy production and a dude that def puts it down over the track!
DOWNLOAD: Wiz Khalifa – Burn After Rolling (Mixtape)
Also be sure to grab Deal or No Deal, his latest LP, on iTunes.