Die Antwoord - I Fink U Freeky

Now it's very rare you'll find me posting something that I don't like, but sometimes something is so bad that it's good/funny. This is the latest single from South African freak-rap crew Die Antwoord's new album, TEN$ION, which will be released on February 7th. The track is lead by Yo-Landi, with a bizarre verse during the mid-section from Ninja. Weird, just really really weird.

Abandoman - Manchester Academy (Poster Freestyle) (Filmed by Murray Cummings)

Abandoman, the lead support act for Ed Sheeran's current UK tour, have brought you a few freestyle videos over the past few weeks, but this one is my favourite to date. 20 minutes before going on stage, the Irish Hip-Hop group take you down the corridor of Manchester Academy, freestyling about all the the posters which show the acts that have played at the venue over the past few years - I was blown away by this when I saw it live, and it's even better when you watch it back a few times. Genius.

J Dilla Changed My Life - London/Manchester/Brighton (3rd-5th February)

For the sixth year running the UK is set to celebrate the life and work of the irreplacable James 'J Dilla'  Yancey - but this year is special, as the show is set to take to the road with three seperate events in London, Manchester & Brighton. The dream team of DJs, including Mr Scruff, Mr Thing, Harry Love & many more, will once again be joined on stage at all three events by last year's suprise guest, Dilla's mother, Maureen 'Ma Dukes' Yancey. Dilla's long-term friend and collaborator Phat Kat will also be hosting the events and will be performing some of his own Dilla-produced classics. I'll be down at the Manchester gig paying tribute to my favourite producer of all-time, and will hopefully see some of you there - it's going to be a special night. All the info you need for the 3 dates are after the jump. R.I.P. Jay Dee.

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Kings Of The City - Make Me Worse (Video)

Featuring Vas Blackwood (Rory Breaker in Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels), here are some sick visuals for the latest track to be lifted from the 'No Rules To The Game EP' by Kings Of The City. Love these guys, download the EP HERE.

Nathaniel - Left For Dead (Feat. I-20)

Here is a brand new track from Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter Nathaniel, which is a bluesy themed collaboration with Disturbing tha Peace rapper I-20. Taken from the forthcoming mixtape 'BORN', the Dirty Dunnz produced track sees Nathaniel breaking down his feelings to an ex-lover who has called quits on their relationship. For those of you who recognise the name, Nathaniel appeared on collaborations with Ludacris, Wiz Khalifa, Jadakiss, DJ Kay Slay, DJ Khaled and Papoose in 2011. Big tune.

Murkage - Torches (Video)

Manchester-based collective Murkage return with some sick visuals for their latest track 'Torches'. You can download the track HERE for free, which comes with remixes from Dash Total'd, Star One and KEE. Also, you can still pick up tickets for Murkage's live performance, with Mikill Pane as support, at HMV's Next Big Thing @ The Ritz, Manchester HERE!

Smiler - Delorean (Feat. Wretch 32) (Back II The Future Video)

Here are some really cleverly put together Back II The Future based visuals for the latest Wretch 32-featuring single from upcoming MC, Smiler. Smiler's mixtape will be dropping in February, but for now, enjoy this and keep an eye out for him in 2012.

Abandoman - Burrito Freestyle (Filmed by Murray Cummings)

Abandoman, the main support act for Ed Sheeran's current UK tour, make a visit to Illegal Jacks in Edinburgh to drop a freestyle about all things Burrito-based. Genius, can't wait to see them perform tomorrow night.

Master Shortie - All I Need (Feat. Bruno Mars)

Bruno Mars ventures into the UK scene by featuring on the new single from London-born rapper, Master Shortie. No word on an official release date, but this is presumably going to feature on Shortie's sophmore album and has all the elements to be it a massive hit in the UK charts.

Mikill Pane - I Like You

AH YEAH! Here is the first piece from Mikill Pane's forthcoming EP, The Morris Dancer, which is set to be released February 13th on Invader Music. Many people will have been introduced to the extremely talented lyricist's music through his collaboration with Ed Sheeran, but with 4 EP's behind him and a debut album expected later this year, Mikill Pane is doing everything in his power to solidify his status as a well-respected solo artist. The release will be supported with a free launch party at The Book Club, East London on 25th January, but for now you can pick up a free download of this track HERE. Blame Miss Barclay on the way...

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