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Video: Making the Beat with Statik Selektah

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Statik Selektah recreates the beat for "Bird's Eye View" step by step. Watch as he arranges the instrumental, adding scratches and original organ notes. He then explains how it was originally for an unreleased Nas remix, but ended up getting Raekwon , Joey Bada$$ and Black Thought on the track. ***Thanks to MAC Media for sending*** Video by Guy Blelloch & Shane Gill for Duck Down Visuals Statik Selektah's 'Extended Play' Album out now: http://smarturl.it/extended Purchase "Bird's Eye View" : http://smarturl.it/birdeye

Small Professor - Mixed Jawns

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Small Professor sends his first release after a busy 2012.  This is a collection of instrumentals from released-in-2012 rap joints and vintage, not-heard-until now productions (hence the title).  Hit the link below and enjoy!!! Tracklist 1. Apple pie 03:38 2. Bazooka joe 02:12 3. Billy taylor 01:55 4. Bloody mary 02:03 5. Bobby burns 03:17 6. Bunk bed 01:44 7. Charlie brown 02:21 8. French connection 02:18 9. French connection 2 01:36 10. Herbie hancock 01:52 11. James brown 02:21 12. Miracle margarita 01:58 13. Vodka gimlet 01:38 STREAM/PURCHASE

Qknox - On A Remote Frequency Outpost In Space

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Brand new EP from beatmaker Qknox from Denver, CO that features 8 tracks that escaped a tragic and untimely demise after the laptop they were on was stolen. 8 tracks that managed to luckily be on a smartphone when it all went down. 8 tracks "From a Remote Outpost in Space" .   Hit th elink below to stream and enjoy!!! ***Thanks to Qknox for sending*** Tracklist 1. 7MinutesBeforeTheBlast 01:46 2. Soundwaves 02:29 3. Leftovers 01:53 4. WhatToDo 02:04 5. TheGameHasChanged 01:51 6. Wave1 02:40 7. Reinforcements 01:51 8. DreamSequence/E.T. Rode Chrome STREAM/PURCHASE

Cellar Door - Songs Of Experience

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Ipswich, UK producer Cellar Door sends his project entitled Songs Of Experience . This work is dedicated to Rachael and Ezmae .  Hit the link below and enjoy!!! Tracklist 1. Rest In Peace 04:07 2. Dark Days 02:12 3. Glorious Victory (part 3) 03:24 4. Music Is Power 02:29 5. Experience 03:07 STREAM/PURCHASE

Video: !llmind x Hippie Sabotage x Khadisma - He's Against Me

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He's Againist Me Produced by !llmind (Additional Instrumentation By Hippie Sabotage & Khadisma ) ***Thanks to Hippie Sabotage for sending the video*** Video directed by Aris Jerome Illmind's I.B.F.K.W beat tape is available at: https://soundcloud.com/illmind/sets/b...

Ken-I-Produce - Momento

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85th sends the stream to the track Momento by Ken-I-Produce . STREAM

KΔHLIL BR▲ND°N - Dreams

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The Cali Cxnnxt sends the track "Dreams" by San Deigo, CA producer Kahlil Brandon . Kahlil is gearing up to release his new beat tape "CohibaDaze" which features songs that have the feel of a summer day in Havana. STREAM/DOWNLOAD

sensei40 - khon khao, beat

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sensei40 sends his latest "khon khao, beat" .  Stream it below!!! STREAM 

Video: The Making of Pretty Lights' New Album: A Color Map of the Sun

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The documentary follows Pretty Lights over two+ years as he lovingly crafted his new album A Color Map of the Sun . Go behind-the-scenes and in the studio with the "electro-hip-hop-soul" producer in this exclusive THUMP documentary. ***Thanks to Pretty Lights for sending*** Producer: Greg Eggebeen Director of Photography: Krystle Blackburn Additional Camera: Adam Sauermilch Pre-order A Color Map of the Sun on vinyl, CD or special merchandise bundles now at http://prettylightsmusic.com

Video: Darnell Fountain - Before It All Changed (Beattape)

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Darnell Fountain sends his beattape "Before It all Changed" in the form of a video. Tracklist Track 1: "The Truth Hurts/Intro" 00:00 Track 2: "MotherNature Interlude" 4:53 Track 3: "Cliche" 7:56 Track 4: "Believe" 11:55 Track 5: "Breath Of Air" 15:41 Track 6: "Fantasy/Outro" 19:00

murk daddy flex - MDF

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Athens, GA producer murk daddy flex sends his latest project "MDF" .  Hit the link!!! Tracklist 1. mangosteen 01:52 2. coriander 03:06 3. turmeric 02:51 4. hibiscus 03:51 5. february 7, 1974 01:20 6. trainspotting 03:12 7. saffron 02:45 8. fenugreek(interlude) 02:25 9. sugar 02:19 10. chicory 02:51 11. max wang's pineapple and anchovies special 03:13 12. mr. mime 00:52 13. sage 03:53 14. saline 01:38 15. wintergreen 09:43 STREAM/DOWNLOAD 

Sinoptic International - Pure Dopeness Vol​.​3

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JP Balboa sends the new beattape from Sinoptic Music International entitled "Pure Dopeness Vol. 3" .  "Pure Dopeness" is a perfect therapy for beattape addicts. Everywhere you go and chill you can play it. Turn it up and play it again.  Grab it at the link!!! Tracklist 1. Prozak Morris - Level 5 (California,USA) 03:21 2. Hpnotic718 (New York,USA) x Hellblazer (South-Eastern Europe) - Dank. 02:31 3. Keor Meteor - Tribal Myths (France) 01:14 4. GooMar - Hug All Your Relatives (France) 02:08 5. Prozak Morris (California,USA) - Words of Mouth (Interlude) 01:08 6. Radj - March Route (Canada) 03:08 7. loop.holes x Jhas - Rough breaks (Norway) 02:17 8. iLL.Sugi - Dice game (Japan) 01:20 9. Keor Meteor - Integration (France) 01:50 10. Cor Stidak - Stabulary Con (Virginia,USA) 02:25 11. Je$u$ - Manifesting (Germany) 02:31 12. Dr. Drumah - Flying High! (Brazil) 03:13 13. loop.holes x Robot Orchestra - Need some lovin (Norway x Germany) 01:36 14. Hpnotic...

Ta-ku - DOWHATYOULOVE

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Jakarta Records sends the album stream of "Dowhatyoulove" by Ta-ku .  The project  "Dowhatyoulove" is another great body of work by an amazing producer that satisfies the classic hip hop heads aswell as the futuristic-beat-lovers. Hit the links!!! Tracklist 1. Intro (Searching) 01:35 2. Where 03:23 3. Make You Wanna 02:29 4. Keys Go Harder 01:56 5. Blow Up 01:16 6. June 30th (D.I.L.L.A) 02:15 7. Boom 01:11 8. Color Her Sunshine 02:51 9. Someone Else 01:59 10. Supposed To Do 02:20 11. Chop 00:59 12. Masaya 01:51 13. Red Alert 02:39 14. See Me Through 02:39 15. Static 03:52 16. Meet You There 02:57 17. Steady Goes 03:48 18. Sylvia 02:22 STREAM PURCHASE

MOBB CREEP & THE CLIQUE - Immortal EP

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Mobb Creep ’s massive remix of “Hitman” by Mustache Riot soared to the top of Trackitdown’s Top 10 Dubstep Chart and for good reason. Mobb’s attention to detail for constructing stompy bass anthems that kill are second nature! Mobb Creep is back joining forces with The Clique on this smokin’ double header of super-charged Drumstep gems. ***Thanks to Heavy Artillery for sending*** Tracklist Immortal (Original Mix) Knowledge (Original Mix) STREAM/PURCHASE STREAM/PURCHASE

DOPE ARCADE - Ascension EP

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Dope Arcade sends shockwaves through the stratosphere at full tilt while renegade laser bass beams blast foes! Huge stomping drums penetrate the frontline and these Dubstep rockets annihilate the high score! 2 massive club bangers and it’s game over! ***Thanks to Heavy Artillery for sending*** Tracklist Acension (Original Mix) Axiom (Original Mix) STREAM/PURCHASE

Video: Floyd Cheung - Diffusing Memories EP

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Floyd Cheung sends the visual to the Diffusing Memories EP. Buy Here: http://darkerthanwax.bandcamp.com/alb...

The Other Guys - The Week Instrumental EP

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Earlier this year The Other Guys took a week off from their day jobs to do some sound organizing and crate digging. Today, The Other Guys bring you the results of that week with "The Week Instrumental Ep" . The EP features, Von Pea (of Tanya Morgan ) and Baltimore vocalist J. Pope .  Grab it at the link below!!! ***Thanks to Fearless Record Group for sending*** Tracklist 1. Monday feat: Von Pea (Tanya Morgan) 02:20 2. Tuesday 03:00 3. Wednesday 04:03 4. Thursday 04:04 5. Thursday Night 04:39 6. Friday 03:28 7. Saturday Morning (Cartoons) 01:10 8. Saturday Night 04:27 9. Sunday Morning feat: J Pope 03:42 10. Sunday Afternoon (Crate Digging) 01:35 STREAM/DOWNLOAD

eLiMenCe - No Heart Has Quantize

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eLiMenCe sends the new beat tape titled "No Heart Has Quantize" .  Hit the link!!! Tracklist 1. Training Wheels 02:55 2. On Tempo Jack 02:41 3. Dont Skip a Beat 02:05 4. The Man or The Machine? 01:54 5. Turn off the Auto Timing 02:24 STREAM/DOWNLOAD

Stan Forebee - Perfect Your Own Art

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Stan Forbee sends the second single off the upcoming jazz Stan Forebee LP, which is a dedication to one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time: Bill Evans . STREAM

AbsolutZero Presents The Cool Vol. 1

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AbsolutZero & Marcus D sends "The Cool Vol. 1" featuring Marcus D , Trebles and Blues , Bolo , Vino and more.  Hit the link below and enjoy!!! Tracklist 1. Introductory Piece [prod. Trebles and Blues] 02:52  2. Clear Skys [prod. Bolo] 03:55 3. Certified Hip Hop ft. LaRue [prod. Rising Son] 05:16 4. Relax [prod. Trebles and Blues] 02:47 5. Arrivederci [prod. Marcus D] 03:21 6. Moon of Guidance [prod. Bolo] 03:54 7. The Tempo [prod. Trebles and Blues] 03:08 8. Anything For You [prod. Vino] 01:15 9. Boardwalk [prod. Bolo] 02:26 10. Days Pass [prod. Marcus D] 03:45 11. Soliloquy [prod. Marcus D] 03:58 12. The Journey Back Home [prod. Trebles and Blues] 02:27 13. Blessing Endear [prod. Marcus D] 04:35 14. Omega [prod. Marcus D] 03:57 15. Not Like Me ft. LaRue [prod. Marcus D] 03:35 16. Go On & On [prod. Vino] 02:17 17. Better Half ft. Justis [prod. Marcus D] 03:42 18. Gray Seattle Blues ft. Chidomo 03:13 19. ...

Moray Beats - Trompetas

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Moray Beats sends his first instrumental EP titled Trompetas . 12 Beats with Salsa and Cumbia Samples , along with vocal samples from Big Pun and Felipe Luciano .  Moray Beats does an excellent job of constructing these masterpieces from using samples from El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico , or from his father's Colombian records , which makes an enjoyable listen. High Recommended!!!  Grab it at the link!!! Tracklist El Bronx Barranquilla Cartagena Medellín Santa Marta Anapoima El Barrio Bogotá The Heights Cali Brooklyn Nueva York STREAM/DOWNLOAD

neoplasma - passive resistance ( taken )

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Neoplasma sends his beat titled "Passive Resistance (Taken)" .  Hit the link!!! Also checkout his other beats at https://soundcloud.com/neoplasma STREAM

Duke Westlake - Everyone Changes

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Los Angeles music producer Duke Westlake is prepared to release his MMG instrumental series project "Re.Turn" July 23rd . The album is a three part instrumental journey through Hip-hop, space, and electronic production.  Grab it at the link below!!! ***Thanks to Mello Music Group for sending*** STREAM/DOWNLOAD

Pragmatic Theory Presents : S.F.T - Humble Posture

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Pragmatic Theory , in conjunction with the underground music & culture magazine Rhythm22 sends S.F.T 's 'Humble Posture' .  Grab it at the link below!!! STREAM/DOWNLOAD

Gimmie That Beat Top 10: May 2013

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Last week the month of   May came to a close and hundreds of beat projects that have been released by talented beatmakers and producers...I would like to thank each one them for sending their content and visiting the blog, making Gimmie That Beat become successful. Below is the  "Top 10"  list for the month of May . The list is compiled by the most downloaded and viewed posts on this blog. Check the list to see if your favorite beat project made the list and feel free to leave a comment!!! Gimmie That Beat Top 10: May 2013 1.  Floyd Cheung - Diffusing Memories EP 2.  Re:Mix Live EP - Motown Edition 3.  Juice Mega & Big Malk - Apex Predator EP Instrumentals 4.  JayLotus - Thrust EP 5.  Niko Suave - Nothing But The Beat 6.  DJ B-One - A Beat Of Jazzin Plays: The Jazz Jousters 7.  Soulular - Awake LP 8.  The Jazz Jousters: Octaves - The Jazz Jousters in Key w/Herbie Hancock 9.  Daysta & ...

Cypria - All I Got

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Lunatick Records sends the lead single from Cypria 's next EP "All I Got ". STREAM/DOWNLOAD

Pragmatic Theory Presents : Snubluck - Dustprints

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Pragmatic Theory & Rhythm22 proudly present 'Dustprints' by Snubluck . Hit the link!!! ***Thanks to Pragmatic Theory & Rhythm22 for sending*** Tracklist 1. This Is How The Universe Began 02:21 2. The Floating Contraption 02:47 3. Buddha Statue 03:19 4. That Isn't Love 02:51 5. Left Behind 04:10 6. Stargazer 03:57 7. Bloom 04:03 8. Cheeseman Park 03:59 9. Mike's Song 03:05 10. Meta 02:58 11. Smiling Faces 03:29 12. Be All The Time 03:45 13. *Bonus* That Isn't Love (Feat. Tayke One) 02:51 STREAM/DOWNLOAD

Jack Vogt - Space Order 121 (beat tape)

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Step Pepper Records sends the beat tape "Space Order 121"  by 18 year-old wiz-kid Jack Vogt .  'Space Order 121' , a collection of five palpitating rhythms. Hit the link!!! STREAM/DOWNLOAD

logic marselis - ANGELS WATCHING OVER WE.

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Virginia producer Logic Marselis sends his project "ANGELS WATCHING OVER WE." .  On this soulful short sweet release, Logic displays that God is real. Inspired by his church upbringing, this release demonstrates what happens when you show love to people and also music, regardless of the situation.  Hit the link below and enjoy!!! Tracklist 1. take off 00:37 2. baptism 02:13 3. channel.surfing 01:48 4. ang[el]s 01:17 5. light. 02:15 STREAM/DOWNLOAD

Whyandotte - G​(​o​)​LD

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Detroit producer Whyandotte sends his instrumental tape "G​(​o​)​LD" . Tracklist 1. Oh NO! 02:56 2. The Homeboy Sandman Proloque 00:50 3. This Is... 02:55 4. Hope 03:27 5. Diamonds 02:52 6. I Do Love You 03:45 7. Autumn 02:54 8. Monsters 03:26 9. Just A Game 03:38 10. The W 03:21 11. All In 02:19 12. Someone Out Of Town 03:41 13. Never 04:40 14. The Dracula Epiloque 03:02 STREAM/PURCHASE

Chel Strong - Pitbulls&BlackPeople Instrumentals

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The Format Show  sends  the instrumentals from the recent LP, "Pitbulls & Black People" , with Detroit artist Chel Strong . These 15 tracks have been buffed with a new coat of polish, all newly mixed and mastered for your listening pleasure. ChexMex , jCrizzy , Dope Dee , Es-K , Mars Today , and Marv X provide some modern hip hop soundscapes with true school influences for this one of a kind LP.  Grab it at the link below!!! Tracklist 1. PB&BP Intro (Instrumental) 03:52 2. Billionaire (Instrumental) 04:17 3. LA Confidential (Instrumental) 02:52 4. Round Of Applause (Instrumental) 03:57 5. Pretty Pictures (Instrumental) 03:26 6. Two Olive Martini (Instrumental) 03:22 7. Deep End (Instrumental) 02:49 8. Detroit Riots (Instrumental) 02:01 9. Tales From The Ashtray (Instrumental) 03:29 10. Role Model (Instrumental) 02:56 11. Swagger Do Appeal (Instrumental) 03:39 12. BBQ (Instrumental) 03:16 13. Addicted (Instrumental) 04:13 14. House Of Mirrors...

Editorial: Keno Beats - How to be a beatmaker in 2013 ?

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My people ... music has the power of freedom, the power of truth ... I understood that when the Internet gave me the opportunity to work with talented emcees all over the world .. Enough said : beatmakers cant be hidden behind the boards anymore ... Any of us has to be a leader, an influencer, because a lot of tools are available to make our voice heard and people want that. This post engages nothing but my personal point of view, and this is a quick sum up of how you can be a beatmaker in 2013 : 1) Chose carefully the artists you work with : i see a lot of facebook grinders droppin beats on platform where anyone can buy them. I dont blame that, but you have to figure it out : anybody can purchase your material, even people who can make you lose your credibity and your reputation. The HipHop international movement is full of talents : holla at them and build strong relationships. 2) Involve yourself in the promotion of the tracks you produce : is it me or my comrades are often...

Myke Forte - Zodiak​:​: Pisces

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With the "Zodiak Series" complete, Myke Forte sends "Pisces"  in which Myke has created a sound that conveys the essence of the Water Sign . Hit the link below and enjoy!!! Tracklist 1. Blacksoul (Sensitivity) 01:20 2. The Snap (Selfless) 02:02 3. Time (Sympathetic) 03:25 4. Calm Waters (Compassion) 01:57 5. Venomous (Bloodstone) 03:49 6. Guitar Boy (Gloom) 01:43 7. Alchemy (Secretive) 02:17 8. Emotions (Depth) 03:45 9. High Flying (Emeralds) 03:19 10. Fur-Coat (Care-Free) 01:55 11. Zap Zap (Artistically Gifted) 02:20 12. Vortex (Escapist) 01:53 13. A Wish (Dreamy) 02:21 14. II Minds (Dual Thoughts) 02:25 STREAM/PURCHASE

Myke Forte - Zodiak​:​: Aquarius

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Myke Forte sends Zodiak:: Aquarius .  Myke has created a sound that conveys the essence of the Air sign. A very different sound with variety and soundscapes you may not have heard before.  Hit the link below and enjoy!!! Tracklist 1. ecapS (Aqualude) 01:31 2. Skyhigh (Airhead) 02:49 3. Exile (Innovation) 02:02 4. Triniy (Visionary) 03:57 5. Sunshine (Bright Spark) 01:06 6. Resolve (Truth-Seek) 01:40 7. Freeserver (Utopian) 01:46 8. Soul Saver (Humanitarian) 02:08 9. Slums Breath (Philanthropic) 03:32 10. I'm Ready (Inquisitive) 01:37 11. Fizzi-Pop-ular (Friendly) 03:38 12. Dont Stop (Loving) 03:06 13. Intex (Magnetic) 01:22 STREAM/PURCHASE

Eric Dingus - Subliminal Innocence EP

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18-year-old Austin, Texas producer Eric Dingus  presents his fourth instrumental project, the Subliminal Innocence EP .  Eric has worked with artists like Main Attrakionz , The 6th Letter , Bones , Chris Travis , Amber London and Ethel Wulf .  Hit the link!!! ***Thanks to Dunn Deal Promotions for sending*** Tracklist 1.Intro Only Alone 2.Heartbreak 3.Forever 4.Teach You How To Love 5.Perfect Lost 6.Grey Skies 7.Regrets 1995 8.Night Sky 9.Kurokuma [Ethel Wulf] 10.Gurozuka 11.Headstone [Bones] 12.Yamazaki 13.Outro Innocence Is Lost 14.Stars (Bonus) STREAM/DOWNLOAD