London's Apex Zero released his debut solo album Reality Provoking Liberation on 28th October and has received a highly impressive international media response, including a 4 star review in the current issue of MOJO Magazine 

There's been a real appreciation for the political and social issues addressed by the young emcee, combined with his trademark energetic delivery style and conscientious lyricism.  The latest release from the largely self produced album is the new single "Absolute Zero". A regular favourite with reviewers with its fierce flow and driving beat, the video was launched today. www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9Xzg37rmYc

Apex celebrates the release with his re-arranged album launch party happening on Saturday 7th December upstairs at the Vibe Bar, 91 Brick Lane, London E1 6QL. Showcasing tracks from the LP with a live band, there will also be performances by Caxton Press & Iron Braydz, with Itch FM's A Gee on turntable duties. The night runs from 8pm - 1am with all details available from www.vibe-bar.co.uk 

The album can be bought in digital and CD format from http://firstandlast.bandcamp.com and you can connect with Apex on twitter @ApexZero00

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Apex Zero - Absolute Zero (Radio Edit)

Mixed by Shahin, this is the official teaser of the new album "XVI : Return of the Gods" by New Jersey rapper Tru Trilla which is due for release on May 31st 2024 through New Dawn Records, distributed by Ingrooves / Virgin.

For over two years the Brick City lyrical marksman has painstakingly crafted an absolute masterpiece, gathering together a stellar line up of guest featured artists and producers for what is the much anticipated follow up to the classic banger ‘God of Barz’ released by ourselves almost exactly four years to the day in May 2020. 

A long time affiliate of Naughty by Nature, Lords of the Underground and group member of 050 Boyz, the Newark native brings more of the same uncompromising energy as before, but this time moves the action further afield.

With original foot soldiers still flying the flag for the Garden State, Chicago and Barcelona, the legion’s been bolstered by additional heavy artillery from California, Detroit, Boston, New York, Florida, Canada, Japan and the UK.  

Where God of Barz set down a highly impressive early marker, the new album is its natural successor.  The broad range of production styles raise the levels on again while retaining the original core essence.  A diverse and powerful soundtrack for a blockbuster of fierce bars, slick rhymes and gritty lyricism delivered by some of hip hop’s most renowned verbal technicians at the top of their game.

This is for the warriors.  Venimus. Vidimus. Vicimus.  Welcome to the real.......

Full Album Tracklist

1 SUN RAYS ft Reks & Lakim Shabazz [prod by LG Roc] 
2 END THE DAY ft Ruste Juxx & Julius of Shoe Gang [prod by Frost Gamble] 
3 ONE ANOTHER [prod & cuts by Tone Spliff] 
4 RESPECTFULLY ft Justo the MC & NapsNdreds [prod by Frost Gamble]
5 THE ONLY ONE ft Trilly Trills [prod by Four Limbs] 
6 NO JOKING AROUND ft N.B.S. & Recognize Ali [prod by Jamal Nueve] 
7 GOOD OLE DAYZ [prod by Tru Trilla]
8 WE UP ft Yah Ra [prod by Ramson Badbonez]
9 WINTER HEART [prod by Tone Spliff]
10 TURN THAT DOWN ft Guilty Simpson & Skyzoo [prod by Frost Gamble]
11 GET IT RIGHT BACK ft Trilly Trills & Prince Ak [prod by LG Roc]
12 EXECUTION ft Fly Kwa [prod by Frost Gamble]
13 STAY DANGEROUS [prod & cuts by Tone Spliff]
14 PRINCIPLES [prod by Sumerio Square]
15 TO THE ROOF ft Prince Ak [prod by DNA Beatz]
16 DROP JEWELS ft Prince Ak & Juxx Diamondz [prod & cuts by Tone Spliff]

A series of singles will precede the album with accompanying affiliated videos due to appear on the label's Youtube channel https://youtube.com/newdawnrecords on release.  The singles and album will be available to stream and download at Bandcamp, Apple / iTunes, Spotify, Tidal, Amazon and all other major digital platforms.

More information at https://newdawnrecs.com

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XVI : Return of the Gods

Tru Trilla - "XVI : Return Of The Gods" [Official Album Teaser]

01. Tru Trilla - Intro
02. Tru Trilla - Winter Heart (prod. by Tone Spliff)
03. Punchline & Confidence - It’s All Fair
04. Talib Kweli & J. Rawls - It's Workin (ft. Middle Child)
05. Scott D - Meet The Moment
06. J. Sands - Grabbin A $tack (ft. MC Eiht)
07. Tru Trilla speaks
08. Tru Trilla - No Joking Around (ft. N.B.S. & Recognize Ali prod. by Jamal Nueve)
09. Mic Bles & Graff Roots - Graffiti On The Wall
10. Kaimbr & DJ Applejac - A.M.R.L.N.S.U.
11. Maddog McGraw & Ras Beats - Black Man's Blues
12. Illa Ghee - Asthma
13. Tru Trilla speaks
14. Tru Trilla - Drop Jewels (I-71 Remix ft. Prince Ak & Juxx Diamondz)
15. Big Noyd & DJ Supa Dave - Where Do I Go
16. Malz Monday - Patiently Waiting
17. Awon & High John - We Don't Believe You
18. A-F-R-O & Stu Bangas - Breakadawn (ft. Horror City & Motion Plus)
19. Vice Souletric - Celebrate (prod. by Nottz)
20. P Tha Villain & Jest One - Determined
21. Tru Trilla speaks
22. Tru Trilla - We Up (ft. YaH-Ra prod. by Ramson Badbonez)
23. Johnny Slash & DJ Hoppa - Smoke First (ft. Coast LoCastro)
24. Stephen Hero & Uncle Fester - Tough Era
25. Emma Lee M.C. & Roccwell - Cravings & Withdrawals (ft. Bahamadia)
26. MC Lyte - All Day All Night (prod. by Easy Mo Bee)
27. Scienz of Life - DNA (prod. by Invizible Handz)
28. vsteeze & Funky DL - Stop Me Now
29. Tru Trilla - One Another (prod. & Cuts by Tone Spliff)
30. Tru Trilla - Outro

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Mixed by Skaar73, this is the official teaser of the new album "Beautiful Foundations" by New York State rapper and producer duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble, due for release on May 15th 2026 through New Dawn Records, distributed by Xelon Entertainment.
The release holds special importance for the Binghamton pair, celebrating both their long term friendship and working partnership of 35 years.   Originally part of the crew Binghamton’s Most Wanted, Chop had already built a fearsome reputation in the local rap battle scene prior to the link up with Frost, but from their first meeting, a strong connection was made and a lasting bond built, both musically and personally.

The turning of the page into the 21st Century also marked a temporary pause for this close collaboration as Frost made the move to Canada.  Now permanently relocated, he began production work on projects with artists such as Young Bleed, Sadat X and Fresh I.E.,  while back in New York, Chop remained prolific dropping upwards of 50 mixtapes including the “Chopper City” series.

However some ties can never be broken.  Destiny determined the inevitable, with the pair re-uniting to deliver the “Veteran EP” in 2016, their first official release together, followed by the album “Respect is Earned Not Given” in 2017.  The resulting worldwide media coverage and public response would act as the catalyst for what would become their most prolific period of output, with a quite phenomenal back catalogue of singles and EP’s built up over recent years. 

The reflective and celebratory nature of the new album also represents Chop and Frost’s steadfast passion for all aspects of the culture through the years, embracing change while being true to the essence.  This is never more evident than in a new short documentary they have just filmed which will be premiered shortly after the album release.   A fascinating autobiographical account of their story which also provides a historical narrative of hip hop’s own development through the decades. 

Heads get ready for this.  Beats, bars, turntablism, the culture….hip hop is something you live
Full Album Tracklist
1 BEAUTIFUL FOUNDATIONS ft Will K 
2 PLAY NO GAMES [with cuts by DJ Eclipse] 
3 NAH NAH NO ft Myne Frame 
4 DON’T NEED GIMMICKS ft The Bad Seed [cuts by Pa Pa Fresh]
5 SHOULDA STAYED HOME 
6 BRING THE STORM ft Yasha 
7 DINNERTIME 
8 GROWN MAN BARS ft Pf Cuttin
9 ENOUGH ft Doc Holiday
10 THE SMOOTHEST ft Decon Blu & Pa Pa Fresh [cuts by Pa Pa Fresh]
11 GAWDBROVAS CONNECT ft Grea8gawd
12 STEP ASIDE ft Fresh I.E. 
13 MUST BE STONED [cuts by DJ J Smooth]
14 THANK YOU DJ’S ft Carmela Marie

A series of singles will precede the album with accompanying affiliated videos due to appear on the label's Youtube channel youtube.com/newdawnrecords on release. The singles and album will be available to stream and download at Bandcamp, Apple / iTunes, Spotify, Tidal, Amazon and all other major digital platforms.

More information at https://newdawnrecs.com
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Beautiful Foundations

Tone Chop & Frost Gamble - "Beautiful Foundations" [Official Album Teaser]

New York State rapper & producer duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble celebrate their three decades of working together with the release of the new album “Beautiful Foundations” on May 15th 2026 through New Dawn Records.

From the early days of recording demos in their Binghamton basement to becoming one of the most prolific partnerships in recent years with a quite phenomenal back catalogue of singles and EP’s in their armoury, the landmark release documents their journey and pays homage to the close bond built between the pair.

Immersed in hip hop culture from their teenage years, the album reflects their dedication to the true essence while embracing evolution.  Chop’s trademark hard bars, a legacy of his rap battle days, and Frost’s dynamic range of beats are bolstered throughout by a generous helping of turntablism courtesy of DJ Eclipse, Pa Pa Fresh and  DJ J Smooth.  Space is reserved for friends and allies by way of the special guest featured artists including The Bad Seed, Pf Cuttin, Decon Blu, Grea8gawd and Fresh I.E. 

The first offering released on December 9th is this single edition of the title track featuring another native of “The Bing” Will K.  Chop sets the agenda reflecting on those first times working together as young and passionate kids still learning the ropes, sowing seeds for the future set to a potent soundtrack marinated with soul. It’s something you live...  


Tone Chop & Frost Gamble "Beautiful Foundations [Single Edition]" ft Will K

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"Beautiful Foundations" ft Will K [Single Edition]

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