We’re taking a break for a few days, and heading to the beach. Don’t hesitate to send a message though. We’ll hit ya back real soon.
And the store’s been restocked, so feel free to buy as many CDs as you want…. they’ll ship immediately.

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From “Rappers I Know,” it’s Nicolay & Kay – “Tight Eyes” featuring Oh No & The Luv Bugz
Also, Common “Drivin’ Me Wild” featuring Lily Allen

Preview the new Politik album in this free mixtape download.

Check out The Basic Soul Show, not just because this week’s show features a song from Zane Tate, but because all the selections are dope.  You’ll hear The Politik, IG Culture, Robert Mitchell ft. Bembe Segue… great soulful music.   Check the playlist at the web site, or subscribe to the podcast.

“There are a whole series of messages that could be sent to our young people and these rap artists, and Hip-Hop artists, they’re creative enough that they can communicate that message in a way that will appeal to young people, so we just have to tap that creativity,” Obama said.
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Nicolay has started his own record label on which he plans to release several new projects. The new label, a partnership with Premium Blend Music Productions, will bear the same name as his production company, Nicolay Music.
Nicolay says, “Starting the label definitely is a dream come true for me! I believe that the future of [...]

From Hospital Records, it’s new High Contrast.  Get it from the Hospital shop or iTunes.