M-Dot continues his barrage of steady music with brand new visuals for his single Pain and Haste. With this latest video off his most recent release, egO anD The eneMy 2: a dissolute paradise, the Boston emcee taps into the struggles and suffering that dominate the headlines and our lives today. Production from Pro Knows pairs well with M-Dot’s flow, full of frustration and concern for the current state of our world. M-Dot aggressively addresses these concerns while weaving in his own personal struggles, showing vulnerability and range in his songwriting. Cop the limited collectors vinyl her ..read more

By P80 Parks Preferring ambience and atmosphere to basic melody and structure, Fatboi Sharif dwells in that gray area; in the “noise,” content to bask in its oddity. After lacing underground elites like Nack and Divino, YL and Starker, producer noface links up with oddball oddity Fatboi for some surreal psychedelia. Surreal subconscious might be the best way to describe how Fatboi Sharif develops his unique lyrics in his own unorthodox ways. Deeply Rooted Hiphop reached out to the pair to see how it started and how it evolved into Preaching in Havana, out now via Purple Tape Pedigree. Fatboi ..read more

“You know my body, quality over quantity You couldn’t possibly’ve made another quantum leap Top of the heap, ask my colleagues You just tryna get by like Talib Kweli” This ain’t no Scott Bakula show! For “Quantum Leap,” Roc Marciano and The Alchemist provide the latest visuals off their new album, The Elephant Man’s Bones. Alchemist lays down a subdued, slightly jazzy loop as Roc spits the greasy, slick talk he’s known for. Quantum Leap stands out as one of the highlights on The Elephant Man’s Bones, an album of the year contender. Limited physicals available here: https://rocmarci.com Strea ..read more

Hazy, atmospheric vibes, smoked out loops and high quality features show us that The World Famous Lafamilia (Abe Linx and Tully C) are poised to make moves, hedging the indie underground scene with sparks of larger appeal. Hailing from Indiana, Tully C and Abe have put in some work the past 3 years. Tully’s laid back, yet articulate vocals paint a vivid picture while his partner in crime, Abe Linx delivers an energetic, blunted style, oozing through each bar. At 10 tracks The World Famous.. stays focused and shows off their potential with yet another consistent release. Guest verses come part ..read more

Respected Boston emcee/producer M-Dot, recruits legendary lyricist and Juice Crew member Kool G Rap alongside his fellow EMS crew mate Revalation for the era-spanning concept record “Decadence.” Providing the funky & soulful backdrop is acclaimed producer, The Mighty V.I.C. (Big Pun, Nas, Mobb Deep) with DJ Jean Maron adding the scratches. The song is mastered by inimitable engineer Eddie Sancho (Illmatic, Ready To Die, Reasonable Doubt, etc). The track provides plenty of nostalgic references, harkening back to the golden eras that hip hop heads hold in such high regard. Lock yourself in ..read more

We here at Deeply Rooted Hip Hop are proud to release our very first compilation album, Sleeping Giant (Awakens), featuring some of the finest emcees and producers. Deeply Rooted Hiphop’s founder and editor in chief, “P80” Parks executive produced/ curated and A&R’d this collection of all original songs showcasing a variety of beats, rhymes, styles and tempos for all hip hop heads to appreciate. Cop Sleeping Giant (Awakens) here: https://deeplyrootedhiphop.bandcamp.com/album/sleeping-giant-awakens …And, get ready for Vol 2, already in the works ..read more

Abe and Tully strike again with their 3rd single in 2 weeks. The Indiana-based duo ride the bass groove on the swirling “Showoff” produced by nomstks. Earlier this month, Abe Linx and Tully C dropped the murky “Cholo,” followed by the hazy, slinking “Rabies,” continuing to apply the pressure! Check out “Showoff” and peep “Cholo” and “Rabies” as well here: https://linktr.ee/iamtullyc ..read more

One of the torch bearers of this current indie hip hop generation, Lord Juco continues to elevate his art with his debut LP, Raised Right, officially hoisting his flag as a dominant force of the underground. Constantly working on EP’s, collaborative projects and doing features, he’s not only one of the most prolific and consistent emcees, but he’s highly respected and sought out by fans as well as artists new and established, looking for a solid collaborator. As 1/2 of the Death at the Derby series with partner in crime, Cousin Feo, they continue to regularly deliver high quality music and un ..read more

By P80 Parks The head of Rochester, NY collective Da Cloth flips clever rhymes and tough bars over hard-hitting beats on his latest LP, Wake Ups. Standout joints include the stuupid grimy first single “Coconut Water.” Peep the video here: Other bangers include the vocal sample-laced “Show You,” and “Misled” feat Times Change and the Gilmour-esque guitar soaked “Let Me” feat Rob Gates. Additional features include Da Cloth members (Mooch, MAV, Symph, ILLanoise) and underground heavyweight Ransom. Rigz went with the gritty and street production from RDJR, Machacha, Giallo Point, 322, Plazbo, Th ..read more

DJ Radiohead combines with underground stalwarts Pro Zay and Lord Juco for a melodic thumper. The Canadian DJ/producer lays down an ice cream truck-like sample and laces the track with head-nodding drums, providing his own cuts on the track. “Street Dreaming” is the latest single from DJ Radiohead’s upcoming producer album. Peep the track here: https://djrhbeats.bandcamp.com/track/street-dreaming ..read more