In the hip-hop world mixtapes play a huge part, seeing as how fans get most of their music through downloading in this day and age. When an artist releases a mixtape, it could be because they want to promote an album, it could be because they want to get their name out to the hip hop community, or it could simply be because a certain artist hasn't released anything in a while and mixtapes will help to satisfy fans. Whatever the reasoning, mixtapes are vital when in comes to hip-hop, because on mixtapes there are no limitations from the artist's label. Musicians are free to say whatever they want on a mixtape and that can either be a fantastic thing, or the worst possible thing imaginable depending on how an artist pulls it off. Here at The Come Up Show, our staff went through all of our favourite mixtapes of 2013 in order to find the best of the best. The following artists are the ones who made the cut. Without further ado, here are The Come Up Show's top mixtapes/free releases of 2013.
Read the full list after the jump.
This has to be the best video I've seen today and it's all thanks to George Stroumboulopoulos who put together an all-star medley for his Christmas Eve Special. The cast includes Pete Rock, Kardinal Offishall, Deltron 3030, Camp Lo, Shad, Maestro, Jully Black, SonReal, Michie Mee, Eternia and Dan-e-o who cover Run D.M.C. "Christmas In Hollis." The Christmas special is airing on December 24th 11:30pm on CBC TV and if you live in Toronto or Vancouver, it'll also air on December 25 at 5 p.m.
The timing is perfect as we are less than a few days away and I'm so glad that I can play this on The Come Up Show Radio today there is nothing better than new Christmas Hip-Hop music. Take the video in below and let me know if it brought a smile to your face like it did to mine and who is your favourite emcee in the video?
Here's a little bit of hip-hop trivia for you: did you know that throughout his entire 20+ year career, Pete Rock has never released a mixtape? That's about to change as the legendary producer teams up with Camp Lo for 80 Blocks From Tiffany's Pt. II. Set for release on July 30th, the mixtape features guest appearances from Ab-Soul, Talib Kweli, M.O.P, Uncle Murda, and last but not least, Mac Miller, who joins them on "Megan Good". Stream the track below; shouts to Rolling Stone on the premiere.
Yes! It is that time of year again, summertime, everyone's favorite time of year because we get beautiful weather and another amazing mix of good music to blast from DJ Jazzy Jeff and Mick Boogie. After dropping previous popular mixes SummertimeVol.1, Vol.2 and Vol.3 full of hit songs from the past to present, they both are back with another edition of Summertime filled with feel good music to enjoy over these summer months. I know I'll definitely have this turned up on the stereo for the next while. Stream the whole mixtape underneath and be sure to download this mixtape to add to your playlist for the summer. Hit the link below to stream/download and check out the tracklist for the mixtape.
Bronx New York natives Camp Lo's classic debut album Uptown Saturday Night is approaching its 15 year anniversary and to celebrate the duo will be performing the album in its entirety at the Sound Academy on December 12th 2012. This is definitely a night of classic hip hop you don't want to miss out on. This event is apart of Union Events on going The Legends: Hip Hop Series events. Get your tickets early before they are all sold out. THIS IS IT WHAT!, Luchini falling from the sky lets get rich what! What: Sound Academy & Union Events presents Camp Lo performing 'Uptown Saturday night' in its entirety Where: Sound Academy 11 Polson St When: December 12th 2012 Admission: 19+ $15 + S.C Tickets available at Play De Record, Rotate This, Soundscapes and Ticketmaster
In the hip-hop world mixtapes play a huge part, seeing as how fans get most of their music through downloading in this day and age. When an artist releases a mixtape, it could be because they want to promote an album, it could be because they want to get their name out to the hip hop community, or it could simply be because a certain artist hasn't released anything in a while and mixtapes will help to satisfy fans. Whatever the reasoning, mixtapes are vital when in comes to hip-hop, because on mixtapes there are no limitations from the artist's label. Musicians are free to say whatever they want on a mixtape and that can either be a fantastic thing, or the worst possible thing imaginable depending on how an artist pulls it off. Here at The Come Up Show, our staff went through all of our favourite mixtapes of 2013 in order to find the best of the best. The following artists are the ones who made the cut. Without further ado, here are The Come Up Show's top mixtapes/free releases of 2013.
Read the full list after the jump.
This has to be the best video I've seen today and it's all thanks to George Stroumboulopoulos who put together an all-star medley for his Christmas Eve Special. The cast includes Pete Rock, Kardinal Offishall, Deltron 3030, Camp Lo, Shad, Maestro, Jully Black, SonReal, Michie Mee, Eternia and Dan-e-o who cover Run D.M.C. "Christmas In Hollis." The Christmas special is airing on December 24th 11:30pm on CBC TV and if you live in Toronto or Vancouver, it'll also air on December 25 at 5 p.m.
The timing is perfect as we are less than a few days away and I'm so glad that I can play this on The Come Up Show Radio today there is nothing better than new Christmas Hip-Hop music. Take the video in below and let me know if it brought a smile to your face like it did to mine and who is your favourite emcee in the video? 
Here's a little bit of hip-hop trivia for you: did you know that throughout his entire 20+ year career, Pete Rock has never released a mixtape? That's about to change as the legendary producer teams up with Camp Lo for 80 Blocks From Tiffany's Pt. II. Set for release on July 30th, the mixtape features guest appearances from Ab-Soul, Talib Kweli, M.O.P, Uncle Murda, and last but not least, Mac Miller, who joins them on "Megan Good". Stream the track below; shouts to 
Yes! It is that time of year again, summertime, everyone's favorite time of year because we get beautiful weather and another amazing mix of good music to blast from DJ Jazzy Jeff and Mick Boogie. After dropping previous popular mixes Summertime 
Bronx New York natives Camp Lo's classic debut album Uptown Saturday Night is approaching its 15 year anniversary and to celebrate the duo will be performing the album in its entirety at the Sound Academy on December 12th 2012. This is definitely a night of classic hip hop you don't want to miss out on. This event is apart of Union Events on going The Legends: Hip Hop Series events. Get your tickets early before they are all sold out. THIS IS IT WHAT!, Luchini falling from the sky lets get rich what! What: Sound Academy & Union Events presents Camp Lo performing 'Uptown Saturday night' in its entirety Where: Sound Academy 11 Polson St When: December 12th 2012 Admission: 19+ $15 + S.C Tickets available at Play De Record, Rotate This, Soundscapes and