The Labels Tryin To Kill Me

Freddie Gibbs returns with a new mixtape referencing the classic Master P cover art.  The 81-track mixtape is a collection of Gibbs' best work, including freestyles and seven new songs, all mixed and kept moving at a rapid pace by DJ Skee.  I haven't even gotten through a quarter of it yet, but it's great as expected.  This tape really just puts Gibbs out there, showing his versatility and his work ethic, as well as his extremely technical rapping skills.  It's a middle finger to labels, a thanks to fans, and a compelling introduction for new listeners.

Womb 2 The Tomb

Finally the video for "Womb 2 The Tomb" has been released featuring my two favorite new artists, Pill and Freddie Gibbs.  Last week I posted "The Dash" without realizing that it was a prelude to the release of this video.  I don't know how it got by me, but now the link is pretty damn clear.  I recommend watching "The Dash" first in order to get the full experience, as Pill and Freddie Gibbs definitely went for a more cinematic route.  We'll see these two talented artists collaborate more in the future, and I'm not alone in hoping for a full album from the pair.

The Dash

DJ Skee just dropped this gem off via his Youtube channel.  I don't know if it's a preview for something bigger or simply an artistic piece, but it is incredibly captivating.  As a matter of fact, I think I've watched the 50 second clip about five times now.  If you've been following me, you already know Freddie Gibbs is one of my favorite new artists and his narration, role, and writing(?) in this are superb.  But what really makes the video is the exceptional filmography.  Whoever directed and shot this couldn't have had a big budget but I'll be damned if they didn't make up for it with technique.

I'm That Nigga

There's not much to say about Freddie Gibbs that hasn't already been said.  He's one of the most technically proficient rappers I've heard in years, able to switch styles with ease.  Of course, he's not bad with the lyrics either.  Gangsta Gibbs also seems to be in the studio constantly.  "I'm That Nigga" is a new track from his upcoming mixtape, The Labels Tryin To Kill Me!  The lyrics are traditional Gibbs, but the style is a little newer; a little less blunted.

Freddie Gibbs Is Killing It!

 After dropping the mixtape of the year, MiswesternGangstaBoxframeCadillacMuzik, Gangsta Gibbs is back working on another effort.  "Nigga Machine" is the first song we're hearing from the upcoming mixtape, and he goes in over a Public Enemy instrumental.  "I'm from the ghetto not Degrassi."  I wish more people had the balls to make statements like that.  But make no mistake, it's not a diss track or punchline rap.  This is actually one of the more personal songs I've heard Freddie make.

Strictly For The Caddy Lovers

 

 

After releasing The Miseducation earlier this year, Freddie Gibbs is back with the highly anticipated MidwestGangstaBoxFrameCadillacMuzik.  The mixtape is full of album-quality material that's sure to earn Gibbs a spot among some of the best newish acts (dude was signed to Interscope for a while).  Gibbs has an immaculate flow that switches in and out of a double-time pace with ease.  On songs like "County Bounce," the Gary, Indiana native channels a little Pimp C and delves into falsetto singing on the hook.  The standout track is a joint with Pill of "Trap Goin' Ham" fame called "Womb 2 the Tomb."  Each MC seems determined not to be outdone by the other which, when you're dealing with rappers of this caliber, is an engaging listen.

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