Projects You Might've Missed...Part 1

 Again: To end a year of dope music and great new artists, I'm gonna be showing love to some of the artists that most people might miss. For my PYMM posts I'll be posting short descriptions of some free projects (though some also accept donations) and the links on where to get them. Don't worry, I've listened to all of these projects and have given them a Grade-A rating. There'll definitely be a little bit of something for most hip hop enthusiasts. So without further ado, I present the first 5 Projects You Might've Missed (there will be many more before the New Year begins)

( Disclaimer: These are not ranked. They're numbered for sequencing purposes only. )

1. Asher Roth - Pabst and Jazz

The first project comes from Pennsylvanian rapper Asher Roth who most people probably recognize from the anthem "I Love College",  a song that had most people figuring Mr. Roth was a mainstream party rapper with little talent and skill. Not so. Pabst and Jazz puts Asher's laid back flow over some soft, relaxed, and jazzy production. Though this is only about a week old and I don't know the project front to back yet, I can say that Asher's proving his point. This "suburban" rapper can hold his own (Check Lupe's "I'm Beamin' Remix" if you don't believe me) and throws down with the likes of GLC, Thurz, Phil Adé, Casey Veggies, and Blu just to name a few. Take a listen to Pabst and Jazz, I doubt you'll be disappointed:   Asher Roth – Pabst & Jazz (Mixtape)

Asher Roth - & (Ampersand) from Pabst & Jazz

2. The Seed - The Seed LP

The second project is by The Seed, a California trio featuring Los Angeles rapper Kahlee and Vacaville rapper Uptown Swuite, two Pacific islanders, and their producer Adikt 1, who bring the heat. The big hit of this project is "Machine" which is the official intro song for MMA Welter Weight fighter and current CFC World Welter Weight champion Jesse Juarez. Another song off this project that resonated with me was "The Streets", bringing the two emcees over some great production (I love the use of horn samples). In the saturated West Coast underground, The Seed may not be the biggest stars, but they are definitely a group to check out. I mean how many polynesian rappers do you know? Get The Seed LP on DJ Booth. NET: THE SEED LP

The Seed - Machine from The SEED LP

3. Actual Proof - Still Hotter Than July

So I did kind of promise that some of the songs I posted earlier would have a return, and in the case of North Carolina duo Actual Proof, I really had no choice. Following their January release The Talented Tenth (The Malcolm X Experience and The Martin Luther King Jr. Experience), Actual Proof (Sundown and Enigma) brought out eighteen solid tracks in the heat of the summer. The two rappers relaxed, self described "chop chop" flow always comes correct and is extremely enjoyable. The project features other JAMLA (Producer 9th Wonder's label, for those who don't know) artists like Thee Tom Hardy and RapSody as well as Bay Area rapper Chuuwee and former Justus League member Median. In the cold winter weather, Still Hotter Than July will definitely be a comfort. Get it from DJ Booth. net: Actual Proof – Still Hotter Than July (Mixtape)

Actual Proof - Take it Back ft. Drique London

4. Logic - Young Sinatra

The fourth project of the day is Maryland emcee Logic's Young Sinatra, which features the young rapper going in on about twenty tracks. Songs like "Mixed Feelings" reveal that Logic can get present his personal struggles; in addition, to his more mainstream songs. I'd say give Logic a chance because believe it or not, he has BARS. His song "Juice" being one great example of this. You can get Logic's Young Sinatra on DatPiff.com: Click Here for Download

Logic - Beggin' ft. C Dot Castro

5. Chuuwee - Watching the Throne

The final project of the day is Sacramento (The Sac) emcee Chuuwee's Watching the Throne, a twenty song mixtape that came out in mid November. In the most un-arrogant way possible, Chuuwee declares that he's a King and breaks down what it means to be one on this tape. I don't have too much to say about this project only because it really speaks for itself. With Chuuwee's unique voice and a flow that is on par with most of the underground greats, Watching the Throne is a must-listen-to mixtape of 2011. Joining Chuuwee on this project are JAMLA's Sundown (of Actual Proof) and JAMLA/Duck Down Records/Former Justus League artists The Away Team (Sean Boog & Khrysis) and more. You can get Chuuwee's Watching the Throne at DJ Booth. net: Chuuwee – Watching the Throne (Album)

Chuuwee - Absolute Monarchy ft. ENG