You Don't Know (For F*ck's Sake) - Yelawolf & Ed Sheeran

This is dope. Now, don't expect the normal Yela, because to be honest this track is a little commercialized for him. Don't get me wrong, because I still think this track is still extremely sick, it's just more mellow than what you're probably used to hearing from him. Anyway, this is a great joint from Yelawolf and Ed Sheeran, and I know you'll enjoy it.

It's Going Down - Big Gigantic

A little dub for you now. Now, the way I actually heard this track is from a post that Jay Fresh threw up on his FB page. I could pretend I know exactly who Big Gigantic is, but I'm really not up on my dub artists (yes, a shame, I know), so I really don't know this guy(s). I don't even know if this track is old or new. All I know is that it is probably the best dubstep / electronic track I have heard in a long time. This is one, without doubt, that you should be adding to your rager list. Enjoy it.

The Rematch (Timeflies Tuesday) - Timeflies

 I'm just going to say it, Sunday was probably the best football that I have ever seen played, so it's completely appropriate the theme of this week. They're back, and once again Timeflies takes an NFL theme and kill it. Amazing flow from Cal as always as he spits about the upcoming Superbowl rematch, and Rob creates his usual fantastic beat. Really, I think everyone should know Timeflies by now, so check it out. And if you need any more motivation, the hook is Queen. Enjoy.

Driving 88 (Mixtape) - Rockie Fresh

Now this is hot. I'll be honest, I wasn't even going to download this when I first saw it. Not that Rockie Fresh is bad, because he's the furthest thing from it, but just because I heard a track that I really didn't enjoy that much off of it, and it kind of jaded me. I am so glad that I actually checked this one out, because Driving 88 is a fantastic project from Rockie. I literally sat and listened to this thing end to end in one go. That's how dope this tape is. Rockie Fresh has a flow that is just so chill, and just really enjoyable to listen to. Anyway, I'll let you make your own opinions, but I'm gonna guess that you'll probably enjoy this one.


So Long - Rockie Fresh

Where I Wanna Be - Rockie Fresh ft. Phil Ade

Into The Future - Rockie Fresh

You A Lie - Rockie Fresh


Download: Driving 88

Rumors - Riley

You should now all know who my man Riley is by now, and if you still don't you should check out the interview I did with him. Anyway, here is the first drop off his upcoming RUINS EP. He jumps on Adele's track Rumor Has It and gives it a whole new spin. A dope track from a dope artist. Keep your eyes out for more to come from Riley. Enjoy.

Rap Guys (Don't Trip) - Kam Royal

This is hot. Kam Royal drops his first official track off his upcoming project, Quit Your Day Job, and it's a sick one. I have a lot of respect for Kam, because he is honestly one of the realest in the game right now. Plus for these visuals, he grabs the same director that did the video for Brainwash, which was sick, so your in for a visual treat. Enjoy it.

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


Hit the jump for the full story...

Killin It - Krewella

Here's a dope banger for your Sunday. Some brand new Krewella for your listening pleasure. In case you don't know them, Krewella is an electro trio out of Chicago. I really don't want to try and explain this track, because any explanations I give won't do the track justice. All I'll say that this is a perfect track for any rager playlist. Enjoy.

Bubble - M.i ft. Scienze

With the latest drop off his upcoming project, The Coldplay Sessions, M.i gives us another reason why it's going to be unreal. This is his second single from The Coldplay Sessions, the first being Crawl Back. He has such a smooth flow, and he also has the ability to produce gorgeous tracks. This just shows that M.i is just an all around fantastic artist, so if you don't know him, you should get familiar. Enjoy the great new track.

Alan's Right (Video) - Terence Ryan

Terence Ryan dropped a gorgeous track a couple day ago, and just today, he decided to drop some amazing visuals to accompany it. I would just like to say that this is probably one of the best shot videos I have seen in a while, so huge shout out for that. Enjoy it, and get excited for the Skeleton EP.