Livin Proof - "Cut The Check"

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Common To Release An EP, Album & Mixtape In 2013

by Steven J. Horowitz Common plans to drop a trio of projects this year. To promote his upcoming movie Luv, Common stopped by "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" and revealed that he's got a busy 2013 in the works. When asked about his upcoming music projects, the Chi-town native said that he plans to drop an EP to accompany the film by the end of January, followed by his first-ever mixtape in April and then an album in September. "I'm coming out with an EP at the end of this month that's accompanying the movie Luv, and then I've got a mixtape - the first mixtape I've ever done in my life - will be coming out in April," he said. "And then an album in September." In September, the veteran emcee announced that he planned to drop his tenth album in January 2013, stating that he was going to work with No I.D. and hoped to collaborate with Kanye West. hiphopdx.com

Jean Grae "Dust Ruffle" Album Stream

by Andres Vasquez Jean Grae brings a treat to fans with "Dust Ruffle" album stream. As the new year begins, some artists are also looking back. One such artist is Jean Grae, who took the opportunity of a new year to give fans a treat from the past. Taking unreleased songs recorded between 2004 and 2012, Jean Grae dropped Dust Ruffle. The 10-track project is now available for stream and download through Bandcamp. Grae spoke on the project through her Twitter account, saying she is happy to hear her evolution as an artist. hiphopdx.com

Evidence & Alchemist Announce Step Brothers' Rhymesayers Album "Lord Steppington"

by Andres Vasquez Evidence & Alchemist team up as Step Brothers for "Lord Steppington," their 2013 release on Rhymesayers Entertainment. Anticipation for the Step Brothers project between Evidence and HipHopDX's Producer of the Year, Alchemist, has been building since they announced the collaborative effort in 2009. With time passing, the two have been crafting their Step Brother album while balancing other projects separately. Today, the two took a moment to announce the latest news about their Step Brothers partnership, a deal with Rhymesayers Entertainment. That wasn't the only announcement made however. The two also announced their album title, Lord Steppington. Of course this isn't the only time the two have collaborated, often working together on various projects. But this is the first album the two will craft together entirely, making their Step Brothers collaborative project come to fruition in 2013. The video for their announcement can be seen below, courtesy of Rhymesayers Entertainment. Photo courtesy of Anton Volkov. hiphopdx.com

Raekwon Announces New Album "F.I.L.A. (Fly International Luxurious Art)"

by Sean Ryon Raekwon reveals the title and tentative release quarter for his sixth solo album. With his Lost Jewelry EP scheduled for a January 8 release, it looks like Raekwon is gearing up for an active 2013. Now, in a recent article from Complex, the Chef of the Wu-Tang Clan announces new details about his next full length album. Raekwon took to Twitter earlier today to announce the title of his sixth solo LP, F.I.L.A. The album - which stands for Fly International Luxurious Art - is expected drop sometime in the second quarter of this year. RAEKWON ✔ @Raekwon Y'all ready for the title and release of my new album? 1 Jan 13 Reply Retweet Favorite RAEKWON ✔ @Raekwon My next Lp comin out in the 2nd quarter and is titled F.I.L.A acronym for "FLY.INTERNATIONAL. LUXURIOUS ART" 1 Jan 13 Reply Retweet Favorite RAEKWON ✔ @Raekwon FLY. INTERNATIONAL .LUXURIOUS ART!!! 2013 FLY SHIT!!! 1 Jan 13 Reply Retweet Favorite It was previously believed that Raekwon's next solo album would be the third installment of his Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... series. DX will keep you updated as more information on both LPs comes to light hiphopdx.ccom

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AZ Announces New Hip-Hop Album “Doe or Die II” For 2013

by Mike Winslow Queens, New York rapper AZ is returning with a new album this year, the rapper announced today (January 2). AZ confirmed he is working to Doe Or Die II this year, as the official follow-up to his 1995 album Doe Or Die. According to reps for AZ, he’s been working on Doe Or Die for several years, to ensure its perfection. “Since the release of the Doe or Die anniversary album in 2011, AZ has been working to perfect each song for the new album,” a rep stated. “Fans will definitely be pleased with the follow-up.” AZ’s debut studio album Doe Or Die is considered a Hip-Hop classic by many aficionados. The album debuted at #1 on the R&B/Hip-Hop charts, in addition to producing the hit single “Sugar Hill” and being certified platinum. Check out this new freestyle by AZ title “Genesis.” allhiphop.com