These are two of my favourite MC’s here rapping over beats by the legendary J Dilla.  Now these tracks have been available since the summer, but I thought I’d share them anyway,for those who hadn’t copped it!

Description is from the Stones Throw site: In late 2005 Ghostface Killa as well as MF DOOM were both recording over tracks from J Dilla’s instrumental opus, Donuts, which saw release the following February. Some of these were released on Ghostface’s Fishscale in 2006, while others, including a Dilla-Doom project, were postponed indefinitely at the end of J Dilla’s passing. Two of these tracks, “Sniper Elite” as well as “Murder Goons,” are presented here on behalf of the first time. The two are taken from two sequential songs off Donuts, meant to mix together. We are presenting the two songs unmixed, plus the two mixed combined as a bonus track.

“Sniper Elite” featuring Doom: uses a brilliant beat from Dilla and Doom’s flow is on spot.  The only shortcoming being that Doom only comes in after 30 seconds and the track is only 1:59.

\”Sniper Elite\” featuring MF DOOM

“Murder Goons” featuring Ghostface: really demonstrates Ghost in his element, flow’s on spot, words tight, his energy is there, an awesome track.  Both tracks beautifully produced by Dilla.

\”Murder Goons\” featuring Ghostface Killah

Purchase the digital ep (including the bonus mix of the two tracks) here.

9th Wonder & Murs Present: Sweet Lord

This is the third helping of Murs and 9th Wonder released so far, and Sweet Lord sees them continue to develop their sound.  This was released as digital download before Murs For President, and is due to be released in physical format soon.

9th’s production is perfected as the album unfolds, and he integrates his incredible knowledge of soul records into each track, check the sample used in “Marry Me”.  Murs also steps up for this project, he lays down everything from lighthearted verses to personal experiences to inspirational raps for everyone.

This album shows a more grown up side to Murs and 9th, compared to some rappers more ignorant material being released.  Definitely go cop this here for free!

Enjoy

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