9 to 5 - Goone ft. Mike Stud

The latest drop off Goone's upcoming project, Halfway To Nowhere, is tough. Goone flexes like crazy on this one, and shows off his wicked flow. Now, I'll be honest, when I first pressed play, I was kind of hesitant because it sounded a little odd right off the bat, but after a few seconds, I found myself bobbing my head along with the beat, and hanging on every line Goone spit. That right there makes a dope track in my mind. When you get an actual reaction out of the listener with your song, your doing something right, so keep it up Goone. Anyway, this is another look into Halfway To Nowhere (which I think is going to be unreal), and there is still more to come before the release, so get pumped. Plus, Mike Stud kills his verse, so enjoy it.

Light Work (Mixtape) - Price

Now I'll be honest, I really don't know too much about this guy other than he's an up and coming artist out Toronto, Ontario. The way I actually heard of Price was actually through a random-ass tweet from some random-ass person. Now, being dedicated to music like I am, I generally give these joints the benefit of a doubt. So if it's a youtube video or a streaming link to a track, most of the time, I'll give it a quick skim through to see if it hooks me. If it does, then I usually give it a go. This is one of those few times. Price has a real raw sound, and a flow that is tough. He definitely sounds like he could go places. Plus, he's Canadian, so I have to hold it down for my fellow Canadians. Check this one out, and enjoy it.

Epic - Price ft. Sir Gabe

Everywhere We Go - Price

No Doubt - Price


Download: Light Work

Midnight City - Yonas

Alright, I'll just say it, when I first pressed play and I heard the sample he used, I almost skipped right over it. It's not Yonas' fault, it's just this M83 track has been overused lately. But, I am extremely glad that I continued listening, because Yonas really is a fantastic artist, and he takes this song that has been used 1000 times, and really gives it a whole new feel. Plus as always, Yonas shows off his amazing lyrical skills. Sometimes I wonder why he doesn't get more hype than he gets now. Anyway, enjoy the great new track.

#myway - Dante CK

This is hot. This is actually the first track that I have heard from just Dante CK. The first time I had heard of him  was on the track with Leia Sadiku, Strange Ways back in December. I'm glad that I came across him, because this is a fantastic track, and I would have missed out on it otherwise. Dante is an up and coming artist out of Greensboro NC who has a real smooth sound, and fantastic lyrical ability. He is definitely one I will be on the watch for. Enjoy this one.

Keep Your Friends Close (Mixtape) - Dylan Owen

The day is finally here. Dylan Owen drops his HIGHLY anticipated mixtape, Keep Your Friends Close, and let me tell you, it lives up to all the expectations. I have said it before, but I'll say it again: there were a lot of eyes watching this mixtape. Over the last few months, Dylan Owen has gained a lot of attention around the net. Ever since I posted his first track (for me at least), Book Report, back in April, and also with the interview I did with him, I've been keeping a close eye on him. Dylan has such an original sound, his story telling abilities are probably the best I have heard in a long time, and his flow is just smooth and just enjoyable to listen to. KYFC is really a showcase of all of Dylan's talents as an artist. The tracks are all catchy, all filled with gorgeous stories, and they really are just all fantastic. Definitely not a tape to sleep on, so check it out, and enjoy it.


Ghosts - Dylan Owen

In The Corner - Dylan Owen ft. Kinetics

Welcome to the Crossroads - Dylan Owen


Download: Keep Your Friends Close

HotLeaks Exclusive: Introduction + Interview with Riley

I have featured Riley countless times here on HotLeaks, so you should already know his name, but I figured I would give you guys a formal introduction. He is a fantastic artist out of The Bronx in NY, and has been making music for over 7 years. As Riley puts it, "Growing up in The Bronx, you either freestyled or you danced". He initially started the freestyling as more of a joke than anything, creating a "diss" track with some friends aimed towards some other rappers from their neighborhood. Clearly something hooked him, because Riley began to realize that he really enjoyed making music.

Speaking of beginnings, here is the first track I ever heard from Riley, and the one that got me hooked:
Nobodys Perfect - Riley


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