Nameless presents the beat-tape, BE[ats] Original Vol. 2, the second collection of original beats inspired by a mixture of slept-on classics as well as popular songs such as Shanice’s “Smile” and Andre 3000′s “Prototype”. Check out the sample below to get better acquainted with the euphoric beats from this rising producer.

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At Chicago’s RSVP Gallery last night, Big Sean talks about making the XXL Freshmen 10 cover, his upcoming mixtape, and Kanye’s secret project.

In the video clip above, RocNation’s J. Cole gives a phenomenal performance at The Loft in Atlanta.

Here’s the video for Thurzday & Y-O’s “Lately’ from their forthcoming A Love Supreme 2.0 CD+DVD project dropping March 9.

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Check out the prelude to the Kansas-native XV’s upcoming mixtape, Vizzy Zone. Here’s a sample below to prep you.

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