He may not have been the most talked-about producer last year, but Key Wane could put his catalog up against any. The 22-year-old Detroit-bred beatsmith crafted some of 2012′s biggest hits, including Meek Mill’s “Amen” and Big Sean’s “Guap.” He also produced Sean’s Detroit standout, “24 Karats of Gold,” which has apparently caught the ear of Raekwon, who shuffles in alongside original guest J. Cole for the remix. The update comes off Key Wane’s brand new mixtape, So Many Keys, which compiles some of his best-known work (from more big league MCs like Wale, Young Jeezy and Tyga), as well as a few unheard songs.

Listen to the “24 Karats of Gold” remix, plus download Key Wane’s So Many Keys mixtape, after the jump…

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You can never question Curren$y’s work ethic. To celebrate the 2013 NFL Super Bowl in his hometown of New Orleans, Spitta releases his New Jet City mixtape. The 14-tracks includes guest appearances from Rick Ross, Wiz Khalifa, Jadakiss, Styles P, Juvenile, Lloyd, Trinidad James, French Montana and Juicy J. Before kickoff, enjoy this latest free project from Curren$y.

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After much hype surrounding the Brooklyn duo in recent months, the wait is finally over for The Underachievers’ debut mixtape, Indigoism. The project includes the tracks which earned Issa Dash and Ak viral fame last year (“So Devilish,” “Gold Soul Theory” and “Herb Shuttles“), as well as plenty more eclectic and exuberant cuts. And with zero guest features, it provides the perfect introduction for new ears looking to get accustomed. Their Brainfeeder label boss, Flying Lotus, had kind words to say about the tape, anyway:

that damn underachievers tape is so sick. not gonna lie they surprised me. everyone who i play it for makes the same face as my twitter pic

— Flying Lotus (@flyinglotus) January 16, 2013

Stream and download Indigoism after the jump…

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M.O.P.’s Lil Fame and Termanology collaborated for the full-length LP, Fizzyology, late last year, and today they share the visuals for the Bun B-helped “Hustler’s Ringtone” cut. The trio hit up the studio, the Gillette Stadium and, of course, the streets as they spread their brand of no-nonsense hip-hop. Ringtone rap may be on the decline (thank God), but hustlers gotta get a phone call to something, right? (Via HHNM)

Check out more new material from Emilio Rojas, Black Rob, Turk & Gunplay and Ryshon Jones after the jump…

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After being slightly delayed from last night’s scheduled release, G.O.O.D. Music’s CyHi The Prynce debuts his brand new mixtape, Ivy League: Kick Back. The 22-track project continues the ATLien’s long-running theme of upper echelon ambitions, even borrowing a few cuts (including “Drank & Smoke” with Big K.R.I.T. and Yelawolf, and a 2 Chainz-bolstered “A-Town” remix) from last year’s The Ivy League Club. Of course, there are plenty of new tracks to add to the collection, plus collaborations with Trae Tha Truth, Childish Gambino and Smoke DZA.

Stream and download Ivy League: Kick Back after the jump…

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Slum Village return with the sequel to last year’s Dirty Slums mixtape today. Hosted by Mick Boogie once again, Dirty Slums 2 features a largely similar lineup to its predecessor, with Rapper Big Pooh, J. Ivy, Joe Scudda, Focus and Vice all making encores. Fellow Detroit stalwarts Guilty Simpson, Clear Soul Forces and younger brother of the late founding member J Dilla, Illa J, all help bolster the attack this time round, though. The members of the famed trio may have changed over the years, but whatever the formation, SV still deliver.

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Pusha T is ready to wreak havoc in 2013, beginning with his new mixtape Wrath of Caine. Lead by the gritty reggae-inspired “Blocka,” the G.O.O.D. Music MC calls on Rick Ross, Wale, French Montana, and Troy Ave on the 11-song free offering. Pusha T doesn’t cut the production short, calling on Kanye West, Jake One, Bink!, Harry Fraud, Young Chop, !LLMIND, The Renegades, Southside, and Arthur McArthur.

Wrath of Caine serves as a prelude to Pusha T’s forthcoming My Name is My Name solo debut album, due later this year via G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam Records.

Listen and download Wrath of Caine after the jump……

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FILA is taking us back with the 90s cartoon classic, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. A special collection of sneakers will be released at select retailers and online at FILA.com this Friday, January 25. Leading up to its release, New York City’s own DJ Soul puts together this unique mix inspired by the cult favorite television show. Along with familiar interludes and skits, DJ Soul picks out songs from A Tribe Called Quest, LL Cool J, Raekwon, Schoolly D, Kendrick Lamar, Lil’ Wayne, The Game, and more who fit the TMNT and sneaker culture themes.

Stream and download FILA x TMNT below…..

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The Drama King released his Grown Man Hip Hop Pt 2: Sleepin With The Enemy free mixtape today. An eye-catcher off the project includes a Wu-Block pairing as Raekwon, Sheek Louch, and Styles P bring their gritty lyrics on “Bulletproof.” Expect Kay Slay’s new “About That Life” single with Fabolous, Rick Ross, French Montana & T-Pain to arrive on February 5. You can pre-order it currently on iTunes.

Listen to “Bulletproof,” plus download and stream Kay Slay’s latest mixtape below….

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Vado is back and now a free agent. After gracefully leaving Interscope Records, the Harlemnite rings in 2013 with the third installment of his Slime Flu series. The 17-track mixtape includes contributions from araabMUZIK, Fred The Godson, Jae Millz, Gunplay, Chinx Drugz, and J.R. Writer.

Miss Info: Rumor Mill #Exclusive
So, I’ve been closely following the latest developments of our Harlem prodigy, young Vado….especially since we’ve been covering his career from when he first came on the scene with Cam. And it looks like there are some heavyweights all vying to sign Vado to various camps. Recently, Vado tweeted and deleted a subliminal about joining DJ Khaled’s We The Best team down in South Beach, and our sources say, Khaled is still the front runner. But I’ve also heard that Drake has been looking at Vado to possibly join his new imprint at Warner Brothers, and T.I. has been in talks with Team Vado as well. Out of all three options, I think Khaled has a great track record for commitment (um…Ace Hood has how many albums already?) while Drake and 40 would bring the most diversity musically.

But whatever happens, Vado is getting a precious second chance. Good for him.

Stream and download Vado’s Slime Flu 3, after the jump…..

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