What A World

He tell himself 'yo yo self,
You got to do it the way you do'
And make this music from the soul
And make it fresh and new

What a world, indeed. I had the weirdest night last night and felt like absolute shit all day today while getting my oil changed and starting my Christmas shopping. I swear, I'm happy I do most of my shopping online because 90% of people nowadays have no common courtesy or decency - these are the same type of people that caused the horrible Walmart stampede tragedy.

IT'S WALMART, PEOPLE, ARE YOU SERIOUS? You couldn't wait five minutes to get your kid some discount jeans or bootleg Timbs? This has got to be one of the saddest stories I've ever heard - the worst part is, no one will ever be convicted for murder which is a shame. They'll meet their Maker sooner or later and justice will be served.

On a brighter note, here's a little somethin' for your Saturday night, another drop from Common's upcoming Universal Mind Control. "What A World" showcases Comm's storytelling over a guitar-infused beat and chorus from popsters Chester French.

Nothing but dopeness here, thank you Heather for the MP3, Enjoy!

Any Way

.. Kanyeezy's back at it again with the leaks, less than 3 weeks 'til 808's and Heartbreaks. Shouts to illRoots and eskay for the mp3, Enjoy!

Kanye West ft. Kid Cudi - Any Way

Memories Are Made..

.. In the coldest winter

2 new cuts from Ye's 808's and Heartbreaks, coming to a blog/forum/torrent site near you November 25th.

Kanye West - Coldest Winter

Kanye West - Robocop

How Could You Be So Heartless?

Kanye West - Heartless (Unmastered)

I got chills reading this story on HipHopDX that 'Yeezy premiered 808's and Heartbreak in L.A. Tuesday night. Maybe because this is the most anticipation I've ever felt for an album in years. Maybe because it's going to be so different. And, most likely, because I have NO idea what to expect.

My favorite excerpt:

Kanye silenced critics on his new direction. “I’m here to bring positivity that cannot be judged.” Alluding to an example of this, 'Ye stated, “It’s like judging a grandmother’s love, and someone says ‘Your grandmother gets two and a half mics.'"

Here's the tentative tracklist and above is a taste of what's to come.. Enjoy!

1. Welcome to Heartbreak
2. Heartless
3. Love Lockdown
4. Robocop
5. Anyway
6. Street Lights
7. Say You Will
8. Bad News
9. Amazing
10. Tell Everybody That You Know
11. Coldest Winter

No More Wastin' Time..

..We can't wait for life
We're just racin' time
Where's the finish line?

I've yet to form my full opinion on Kanye's newest song, which he debuted last night to close out the MTV VMA's. I'm definitely feelin' how it's different different - the R&B sing-song feel with no apparent rapping is growing on me. But, I'll wait until the studio quality joint drops to finalize my comments. For now, all we've got to go with is the live version courtesy of Atari Cool Kids, Enjoy!

Are You Not Entertained?

I might smoke a joint but I won't take a L

.. Common is a beast. Check this exclusive video of him performing "Gladiator" off his upcoming LP Invincible Summer, enjoy!

Geniuses Need Love Too..

Here's the newest tape from Chi-Town intellectuals Kidz in the Hall, Geniuses Need Love Too. Though we've heard some of these tracks before, the new ones will suffice until The In Crowd drops in April. Enjoy:

Lupe Fiasco...

The Cool webrip has arrived! I've been busy with exams and a final assignment but I'm back with some fire. Note that these tracks are below CD quality (128 kbps to be exact):

Lupe Fiasco ft. Snoop Dogg & Pooh Bear - Hi-Definition

Lupe Fiasco ft. Nikki Jean - Hip-Hop Saved My Life (My personal favorite on the album next to "Dumb It Down," I can relate)

Lupe Fiasco ft. Matthew Santos - Streets On Fire

I wanted to post one more called "Gotta Eat" but it was 64 kbps and the quality is horrendous. I'll have it for you when the retail leaks!

[hip-hop saved my life]