The RefinedHype Daily Re-Up Vol. 148 (Download)

Posted by Nathan S. on 09/03/10 | Filed under Downloads, Daily Re-Up

If you're like RefinedHype you talk about yourself in the third person, and spend all day scouring the interwebs for the latest and illest hip-hop. That's why now, because we love you so much, and want to get you hooked on our product, we'll be delivering the RefinedHype Daily Re-Up, a collection of the top ten tracks of the day, some which were featured on the site along with some extras, conveniently wrapped in one dope, raw and uncut package. Download now...

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Production Breakdown: Marion Write’s “Field of the Dollar”

Posted by Richard on 09/03/10 | Filed under Features, Production Breakdown, Marion Write

I've never been to Las Vegas and, until now, I've never felt the urge to visit. A dope record, however, is a powerful thing – and “Field of the Dollar,” the latest mixtape leak from up-and-comer Marion Write, is about as intriguing an introduction to Sin City's mystique as a hip-hop connoisseur could ask for. Read More/Watch Video...

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Nike to Release Vintage Nike Blazer Hi Vintage This Fall

Posted by Danielle Harling on 09/03/10 | Filed under Features, Kicks, Nike

With vintage pieces quite popular among fashionista’s, hipsters, and other fashion-conscious folks across the country it comes as no surprise that major brands like Nike are releasing a number of vintage inspired pieces. This fall, sneaker heads can look forward to the release of Nike’s Blazer Hi Vintage. See more...

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Video Wrap: Cee-Lo “Fuck You”, Big Boi “Ain’t No DJ”, B.o.B. “Magic” & More! (Watch!)

Posted by Nathan S. on 09/03/10 | Filed under Videos, Video Wrap

It's been a minute since I threw together a video wrap, so we've definitely got some catching up to do. Down below, enjoy new visual works from the likes of Cee-Lo, Big Boi, B.o.B. and many more. It's Friday, you're counting down the minutes until work ends and I just delivered a solid 30 minutes of time wasting. You're welcome. See more...

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Fails of the Week: T.I. Busted, Basebrawls, Broken Dicks & More!

Posted by Nathan S. on 09/03/10 | Filed under Features, Fails of the Week

In the latest of an ongoing series that will include the best...or worst...fails of the week from the world of hip-hop, sports, pop culture and beyond, I examine T.I.'s recent, retarded arrest, Nyjer Morgan's crazy ass fighting, Caviar's dangerous porn career and much, much more.

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REKS Can Get With “This or That” (Listen & Download)

Posted by Nathan S. on 09/03/10 | Filed under Downloads, Reks, Statik Selektah

Regular readers know I have a tendency to post artists from my hometown Boston - what can I say, I go hard for my city. Luckily, I don't have to issue a homer disclaimer on the new REKS cut "This or That". Coming off his upcoming "Teaser" EP, this record came with a disclaimer from producer Statik Selektah: "this is NOT for the radio... and might offend some. oh well." Listen and download...

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My City: Jeff Spec is Live from Vancouver [Exclusive Interview]

Posted by Nathan S. on 09/03/10 | Filed under Features, My City, Jeff Spec

Us ugly Americans often discount any hip-hop emanating from our northern neighbor, but the truth is that Canada's produced no shortage of dope emcees (besides Drake). In the latest edition of our My City interview series, up-and-coming Vancouver rhymer and sneaker-head Jeff Spec talks about Van-City's creative hip-hop energy, the boundaries of Canada's music industry and his new album "Sneakerboxx". See more...

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The RefinedHype Daily Re-Up Vol. 147 (Download)

Posted by Nathan S. on 09/02/10 | Filed under Downloads, Daily Re-Up

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Go “Behind the Boards” With Simon Illa (Exclusive Interview)

Posted by John Stewart on 09/02/10 | Filed under Features, Interviews, Behind the Boards, Simon Illa

Simon Illa is a genius. I was first introduced to his work through his work with my homie Kyle Lucas. Simon never fails to impress every listener with his unique flair and the sonic characteristics of the songs he is involved with. Read along as we discuss so of his story and path into the music industry as well as his take on the current, digital state of music. Enjoy! See more...

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Will Smith “Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It (Remix)” ft. Big Pun, R.O.C. & Cam’ron (Listen & Download)

Posted by Nathan S. on 09/02/10 | Filed under Top Stories, Downloads, Cam'ron, Jermaine Dupri, Will Smith, Big Pun, R.O.C.

Yeah, you fucking read that right. I was going to post the new Trey Songz and Drake joint (lord forbid we went 24 hours without a new Drizzy track) but I'm pulling a complete 180 and instead posting this rare and unbelievably random remix spotted on the same Hype Men podcast that sparked my "White on White Hate" article. Listen and download...

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