Can't_Hang-Just_For_You-Promo_CDS-2009
(Reggae/Rock)

Here is a first taste of whats to come from the very dope new Can't Hang album 'Ride The Lightrail' ! The guys were nice enough to send over the advance of the album and I will say that your going to need to dig in the pockets for this one when it drops in August. The album will make my list for albums of the month easily. Click the pic to head over to their myspace and check out 2 more songs from the album. Look for a special pre-release on ThePier soon! For fans of Iration, The B Foundation, Passafire.


Can't Hang - Just For You

Grynch-Chemisty-EP-2009
(Hip-Hop)

You are about to listen to 2 very dope hip-hop tracks from an mc who will make your list for must listen in 2009. Because I must say these days even downloading new rapper albums is getting pretty brutal. So its good for the hip-hop heads to hear a dude like this. His rhymes come out clear and precise with relateable content that is not overblown with ego. The production on Smoke and Mirrors hits you with an captivating beat that instantly touches on your soul with its brilliance. Featured on the Chemistry EP is RA Scion of Common Market, Geologic of Blue Scholars, One Be Lo and Tunji. The best news of all is that you can download the whole thing for free HERE. Grych also has a full album you can get on itunes HERE. For fans of Blue Scholars, Common Market, One Be Lo.


Grynch - Smoke And Mirrors Ft Geologic, Tunji Download!

Grynch - My Volvo Download!

Josh_Heinrichs-Things_Change-EP-2009
(Reggae/Roots/Acoustic/Soul)

Josh Heinrichs is the former lead singer of the recently disbanded JahRoots band and this is his first solo venture. In Josh's case change is a good thing as this EP really shows up the soulness of his music allowing the listener to chill out to the irie vibes that Josh's voice exudes. You can get this EP exclusively on ThePier right now just click HERE. Keep on the lookout for the 'Reggae Favorites' album that Josh is doing with Cas Haley. Peep some of the studio bedtrack/overdub video's HERE. Reggae Favorites is slated for a late summer release so check back for a review and more info later! Also you can download some unreleased tracks from Josh HERE. For fans of Elan, Martin Jondo, Natty.


Josh Heinrichs - Joy

Josh Heinrichs - Never Be

Cyne-Water_For_Mars-2009
(Hip-Hop)

We can finally order the stellar new CYNE album with its special North American release with 3 new tracks that are not featured on the Japan retail. Usually its the other way around, so take that Japan! The album is being released on the Hometapes label and they are offering a special deal giving you the album + a t-shirt + a sticker for 25 bucks (includes postage). And its to be noted that you will get a link to download the album for those that can't wait. I can't stress enough about the quality of this album so please support! Take a listen to my favorite track off the album. Click HERE to order! For fans of Panacea, Nujabes, Cunninlynguists.


Cyne - Pretty Apollo Download!

Three_Legged_Fox-Higher_Love_2.0-CDS-2009
(Reggae/Rock/Alternative)

3LF are back with a new song to sustain the momentum of their latest album "Not As Far". You can grab this digital only single via itunes HERE. For fans of Iration, SOJA, State Radio.


Three Legged Fox - Higher Love 2.0

Natty_Nation-Reincarnation-2008
(Reggae/Roots/Rock/Hip-Hop)

Natty Nation dropped a gem of a album back in 2008 that switches from roots/reggae to hard hitting hip-hop influenced tracks all throughout the album. Natty Nation currently resides in Madison, Wisconsin. You can grab this album HERE for 5 bucks! For fans of Damian Marley, Ky-Mani Marley, Stephen Marley.


Natty Nation - Reincarnation Download!

Natty Nation - Cease Fire Download!

Natty Nation - Hurt Me Download!

The_B_Foundation-Sovenirs_Novelties_And_Party_Tricks-2009
(Reggae/Rock)

Souvenirs, Novelties and Party Tricks is The B Foundation's highly anticipated 3rd album that will hit stores and digital outlets July 7th! The steady hype built up over this album was not exaggerated to say the least. From a fan of the reggae/rock scene I am very pleased with what I can say is B Foundation's best work to date! You can order a hard copy from CDbaby HERE and you can get this album via itunes July7th. For fans of Audiodub, Diego Roots, Tomorrow's Bad Seeds.


The B Foundation - Go Away Ft Josh Fischel, Dirty J

The B Foundation - Looking High

The B Foundation - Too Damn Tough Download!

Atmosphere-Leak_At_Will-2009
(Hip-Hop)

You gotta love a group like Atmosphere who just drop a free EP with no warning at all that is better than most MC's albums. The music has been flowing effortlessly from Ant and Slug and from a fans point of view, it couldn't get any better. To get yourself a copy of this EP just simply click HERE and the EP to your cart and checkout! For fans of Brother Ali, P.O.S, Heiruspecs.


Atmosphere - They Always Know Download!

Atmosphere - The Ropes Download!

Orange_Grove-Genuine_Origins-2007
(Reggae/Roots/Acoustic)

Orange Grove is an reggae/roots band that first started out in 2001 in Sint Maarten (West Indies) but now are based out of Holland. Members include Micheal Maidwell (vox), Roel Calister (drums), Touche' (bass), Danny Fuljhari (guitar) and Bruce Harms (guitar). Their music evokes positive vibes and carribean breezes. This is their debut album that you can get HERE and they just released the new album 'Fingerprint' that you can get HERE. Look for a review on Fingerprint soon! For fans of Toko Tasi, Micheal Franti & Spearhead, Natty.


Orange Grove - Young Girl Download!

Orange Grove - So Afraid Download!

Mojoe-Classic_Ghetto_Soul-2007
(Hip-Hop/Soul/Jazz)

Hailing from San Antonio is the duo of Easy Lee and Tre that form up Mo'Joe. According to their website they took 7 years to craft this album! This album oozes with soul, dope raps and great instrumentation that lays a backdrop for these guys to get their unique brand of music out to the masses. You can get the album HERE and be on the lookout for the new album. For fans of Nappy Roots, Strange Fruit Project, The Tones


Mo'Joe - Gold Tooth Diva Download!

Mo'Joe - True Jewels Download!

Nelly_Furtado-Manos_Al_Aire-CDS-2009
(Pop/Español)

This is Nelly's first single from her Spanish album Mi Plan that is due to hit stores Sept 29th. I have always been a fan of Nelly Furtado and I will be looking forward to this album even if is in Spanish. Hablo Espanol? For fans of Lily Allen, Ladyhawke, Barbie Hatch.


Nelly Furtado - Manos Al Aire Download!

Redrama-The_Getaway-2009
(Hip-Hop)

The Finnish MC Redrama is back with his follow up of Street Music after a 4 year hiatus. Everytime he drops an album it always catches me off guard so its always a pleasent surprise. On this new album you will hear more synthy beats, singy hooks and a tad bit of autotune. If you are familar with his past (really good) albums you can expect your expectations to be filled because this album will fit nicely with his previous work. Redrama also re-recorded 'Slow Down'. Get the album HERE. For fans of Looptroop Rockers, Conscious Youths, Paperboys.


Redrama - For A Day Download!

Redrama - The Getaway Download!

Redrama - Better Man Download!

Rootdown-Summer_Of_Love-EP-2009
(Reggae/Rock/Hip-Hop)

Oregon's Rootdown are releasing a new EP in a timely fashion with the start of the summer that will mesh perfectly with your summer activities . Instantly you can feel the summer breeze hitting your face through the visuals on the cover (pictured above). Rootdown start off by grabbing your ears through the smooth vocals of lead singer Paul and finish you off with catchy hooks and breezy guitar riffs. Rootdown has all the right things going for them and hopefully we can see this band keep on pushing out that good music. Look for this must have EP on itunes within a week. Click the cover art to hit up their myspace For fans of G. Love & Special Sauce, John Butler Trio, Iration.


Rootdown - Burrito Boy

Rootdown - Taking Over Me Download!

Rootdown - Sweet Love

Spoon-Got_Nuffin-EP-2009
(Alternative/Rock/Indie)

The guitars on this track captivate you through catchy riffs that get you hyped from a slow build up right to the end of the song. Combined with the great vocals from the lead singer Britt Daniel. Got Nuffin is the band's 6th EP, click HERE to get it. For fans of Kings Of Leon, Modest Mouse, Good Intentions.


Spoon - Got Nuffin Download!

RX_Bandits-Mandala-2009
(Rock/Alternative/Progressive)

This is really quite a unique album, as soon as the album starts off you find yourself going to a musical place that is unfamiliar yet it will intrigue you to keep a keen ear on what you are listening too. In lehman's this is some good original music that people will find an affection for. Madala is the sixth full length album from the Bandits that is slated to hit stores July 28th. RX bandits are a 4 piece band from Seal Beach, California. Check for this on itunes and digital outlets July 28th. For now you can preview more tracks on their myspace, just click the cover art. For fans of Kings Of Leon, Audiodub, State Radio.


RX Bandits - March Of The Caterpillar Download!

RX Bandits - Bury It Down Low Download!

Dub_Pistols-Rum_And_Coke-2009
(Reggae/Rock/Hip-Hop)

The Dub Pistols are an London based band consisting of 6 members. By no means are they a new band on the scene but personally this is my first taste and its hard not to like a sound that these guys represent. I remember giving this album a listen when it first came out but slept on it and never gave it a re-listen but thanks to buddy who posted on the c-box to remind me! You can get this album here and previous albums HERE. For fans of Chapter 11, No Needz, Close Enough


Dub Pistols - Peace Of Mind Download!

Dub Pistols - Ganja Ft Rodney P Download!

Dub Pistols - Back To Daylight Download!

Uwe_Banton-Rightful_Place-2009
(Roots/Reggae/Soul)

Uwe Banton is an reggae artist from Bielefeld, Germany and this is his second album. If you are down with that classic roots reggae sound your going to digg this guy's music. So you might as well get the whole album on itunes HERE. For fans of Half Pint, Ziggy Marley, Tribal Seeds.


Uwe Banton - Money Fool (Acoustic) Download!

Uwe Banton - Rightful Place Download!

DJ_JS-1-Ground_Original_2_No_Sell_Out-2009
(Hip-Hop)

DJ Js-1 is back again with another compilation album full of a who's who in hip-hop. The album boasts a hefty guest list full of some long awaited pairings. For starters there is a track with CL Smooth and Brother Ali paired together and a dream team lineup of Akrobatik, J-Live, Supastition and Pack FM all on one song. My favorite track ended up being the combo of O.C (D.I.T.C) and Pharoah Monche over a classic hiphop vibe brought to you by Js-1. Check out accesshiphop's page to see the guestlist I don't want to spend 20 minutes typing their names out, oh and you can buy this album HERE. For fans of DJ Premier, Mr. Green and Pacewon, Masta Ace


O.C & Pharoah Monch - Ridiculous Download!

Dan_Johns-Hype_Machine-EP-2009
(Hip_Hop)

Dan Johns has always been on point with his work and being in a sea of really shitty rappers its good to see he is still persevering. If your down with these tracks you need to check out his discography. Stand out albums that I recommend are In The Face Of Danger (2007) and Yesterday's Redemtion (2003). This EP is being given out for free injunction with 2dopeboyz, so just click HERE to download the EP. And make sure to click to pic for his myspace. For fans of Supastition, Little Brother, EMC.


Dan Johns - You Know Me Download!

Dan Johns - Meaning Of Life Download!

The_Last_Emperor-Do_You_Remember-CDS-2005
(Hip-Hop)

I remember originally hearing this song back in '05 on Last Emp's Hidden Treasures. But the song was cut short and skipped at the end. I finally got my hands on the full version and I think you guys should hear this classic song. If you like the song click the pic to check out his myspace page and info to get his music. For fans of Masta Ace, Wordsworth, Supastition.


Last Emperor - Do You Remember Download!