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This Old Freestyling Video From 2000 Proves That Kanye’s Gone For Good

There’s nothing like a hungry emcee. Prior to rapping, when he was just a producer working with many of the greats of the early aughts, Kanye was eager to prove himself as a capable artist. Many labels were unlucky to sign him, including Rocafella, the label he was producing for at the time. In a recently unearthed video, Kanye lets loose a ferocious freestyle that sounds unlike anything we’ve heard from him in damn near ten years. It’s tenacious, thrilling, and, at the same time heartbreaking.
Kanye looked much younger here, but also hungrier. You can see the murderous gleam in his eyes; he’s out to prove himself. When he gets the mic, he goes off. His profanity-laced sermon reeks of the vistas of talent stored within his bow. After only a minute, the freestyle cuts, but the effect stays with you. This Kanye West endured throughout the early 2000s and until around 2010 before he became much too full of himself.
In recent years, Kanye has become a parody of everything he used to hold dear. From endorsing President Trump to saying that slavery was a choice, he’s nowhere near the iconoclast that he used to be. Even his raps are filled with corny punchlines and lazily-structured songs. It seems like the final curtain has been cast on Kanye the creative. From here, it looks like it’s only going to go downhill.
Let’s admire the once hungry Kanye one last time with this clip below.
UNRELEASED Kanye West Freestyle
September 22nd, 2000. 10:45pm. Live from Kanye's home studio on 95th and Longwood. Beverly. Konman Productions HQ.
via ChannelZeroTV pic.twitter.com/h1LN8O5Ts5
— Andrew Barber (@fakeshoredrive) August 10, 2018
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Champaign’s Own Gatson Releases New EP “Holding On”

Featured in Respect Magazine, Hip Hop N More, The News-Gazette and more, Champaign’s-own Gatson is here with his new EP “Holding On”! With an emphasis on giving people hope and letting them know they’re not alone, Gatson aims to have his listeners walk away in a better mental space than they were in before pressing play. “I want the listener to feel hope and invigorated with a new energy knowing they can conquer anything that they truly want and believe in.” – Gatson
Jamie Gatson didn’t start making music because he had ambitions of money and fame. It was his best friend – Kiwane Carrington’s – death that gave life to Gatson’s beginnings as an artist. Kiwane was murdered by the police when he and Gatson were 15 years old. Since deciding to pursue music professionally, Gatson has released 4 projects, collaborated with members of Spillage Village, and been featured in several publications.
Check out “Holding On” below!
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Elhae Drops Pt. 3 of ‘Aura’ Series!

Joined by Rick Ross, Masego, and Xavier Omär, Elhae (@ELHAE) makes his Motown (@Motown) debut with Aura III. Marking the next phase of the Georgia-native’s already remarkable career, the follow up to 2017’s Billboard-charting EP Aura II finds the singer/songwriter showcasing off melodic, mesmerizing vocals and progressive production to create textured songs for every occasion. [Photo Credit: @icesi]
“U Know” is an island-tinged jam primed for slow winds in dimly lit clubs. “Separated” is a pained song about a necessary romantic split. “Fun Fact,” which features Grammy-nominated rapper Rick Ross, is both a tender request for physical intimacy and an avowal of self-confidence. The Masego-assisted single “My City” remains a standout. A lounge-leaning slice of downtempo soul with touches of jazz, the C Gutta-produced track finds Elhae delivering smooth come-ons to the woman of his desire.
Elhae on his latest release:
“I think the ‘Aura’ series over time has become a bit of an escape for me, where I can let off steam and vent about things I’m going through at that current moment in my life. Much like anyone else, this is just another chapter in my life symbolizing growth and maturity.”
Stream Aura III on your DSP of choice after the jump and watch the jam session visual for “My City” after the jump!
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Devante Releases New Single “7 Days”

Devante is a Charlotte recording artist with a versatile style and smooth music. Today, he continues to add to his long-running collaboration with producer Aw$ten, with the new single “7 Days.” For the lyrics, Devante raps about not taking a single moment for granted. To the rising star, the grind doesn’t stop.
“Everyday’s a privilege talking 7 days a week,” says Devante on the song’s concept.
Devante and Aw$ten have been cranking out dope music since the two met in college. Devante on working with the producer, “Know that it’s a hit when me and Awsten On the Beat.”
“7 Days” round out Devante’s breakout 2020 which spawned hit songs “Lemonade,” “Don’t Panic” and “Benz Jeep.” All the music is leading up to an expected album, slated for 2021 on his own imprint. For daily updates on the process, follow Devante on social media.
Press play on “7 Days” now.
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