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🙌 🔊 PRESS PLAY: Notion's debut album is on the way with "Holdin' Hands" 🔊🙌

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🙌 🔊 PRESS PLAY: Notion's debut album is on the way with "Holdin' Hands" 🔊🙌

Initially released in late 2015 as a teaser, lead single, "Holdin' Hands" grabs you as soon as the snare hits with its heart-wrenching sample and Notion's personal, introspective lyrics where he tracks his musical journey and professes his gratitude for his fam and his supporters. Crafted by production team DiazSima based out of Budapest, Hungary, the slick video - expertly shot + chopped by King Richard and tirelessly directed + produced by Andrew Cameron - sees Notion deliver his passionate lyrics alongside his brother Cee with support from the 701 Squad b-boy crew.

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🙌 🔊 PRESS PLAY: If Marilyn Manson did trap music... 🔊🙌

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🙌 🔊 PRESS PLAY: If Marilyn Manson did trap music... 🔊🙌

Cee is kicking off 2017 with the first single from his new monthly series. "Meta" is nightmare trap; rolling hi-hats, eerie synths, vocal stabs and a drawling BPM that allows Cee to breathe as he casually delivers topical word association, with dark, creepy, Marilyn Manson-esque visuals to match courtesy of King Richard. Notion and newcomer Ben Tramer expertly laced the haunting soundscape; they'll be providing the sonic canvas for many of Cee's singles this year.

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 🙌 🔊 PRESS PLAY: 'Snares & Soul': The Beat Tape 🔊🙌

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🙌 🔊 PRESS PLAY: 'Snares & Soul': The Beat Tape 🔊🙌

"Snares & Soul" encompasses 11 soulful, sample-heavy beats, perfectly sequenced to take the listener on a moody almost-30 minute journey through Notion's recent catalogue. Some of these are the very same productions that were showcased on the super popular vlogs, and they showcase Notion's innate affinity for samples. The tape can be enjoyed as a standalone project, or as a playground for singers and MCs looking for their next hit.

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PRESS PLAY: Notion spreads a new Infection

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PRESS PLAY: Notion spreads a new Infection

To hold the people over until the album drops, Notion returns with a heavy hitting brand new single "Infected". Produced by Saskatchewan's Rayne Drop, the haunting vocal sample, eerie keys and tough drums provide the soundscape as Notion rains bars for almost 3 minutes straight. One of the few remaining true lyricists, the MC let's the people know where he's been at and what's to come:

"I show love, so we talking 'bout the latter / it's mind over matter, MC over rapper, Notion"

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PRESS PLAY: Sons Of Boombap

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PRESS PLAY: Sons Of Boombap

Cee and Notion are no stranger to creating a movement, and recently they have been part of a burgeoning new collective, the Sons of Boombap. Consisting of almost 70 members across the globe, the fellas aim to preserve the classic '90s Hip Hop sound throughout their releases.

The first of which, a two part mixtape entitled 'The Past Is The Future', dropped recently and features a bunch of appearances from both Notion and Cee.

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PRESS PLAY: Give it up like it's Ramadan

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PRESS PLAY: Give it up like it's Ramadan

With no direct references to religion or Islam, 'Ramadan' is truly about respect, perseverance and submission to something greater than ones self. In a world full conflict, contradictions and moral challenges, moments of reflection and pause underline what we all can be grateful for.

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LISTEN: They Don't Want You To Listen To Love Songs

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LISTEN: They Don't Want You To Listen To Love Songs

Once again curated by Cee and Tiffany Alexis, the mixtape takes you on a journey that perfectly complements the most romantic night of the year. With synth pop from UK alt R&B baritone Kwabs to trap soul from Bryson Tiller, smooth future soul from IAMNOBODI to reggae-infused rock from Joss Stone, minimal indie pop from Banks to moving slow jams from Aussie Jarryd James, thug love songs from Sean Price (RIP) to island vibes from Jonathan Emile, 'The Valentine's Day Mixtape Volume 8' has something for every taste.

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LISTEN: Music to make you #BeBetter

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LISTEN: Music to make you #BeBetter

This EP marks a return to form for the Aussie MC/entrepreneur, as he explores both the dark and light elements of his psyche - from the uplifting title track to the dedication to his lady on "KeepMyBabyWarrrm", from reflections on his 420 enthusiasm on "UsedToBeHiiigh" to exploring the gender injustices on "MansWorrrld" with Montreal legend D-Shade, from celebrating life on "LoveLoveYalll" with brother Notion to a deeply introspective moment on "AmaliiiaRodrigues". SVNTY6's moving production is steeped in soul samples and is most certainly some of his best work to date, ranging from hopeful and optimistic to melancholy and reflective.

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SUNDAY SOUND: Notion releases soul-drenched single "Holdin' Hands"

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SUNDAY SOUND: Notion releases soul-drenched single "Holdin' Hands"

The lead single, "Holdin' Hands", grabs you as soon as the snare hits with its heart-wrenching sample and Notion's personal, introspective lyrics where he tracks his musical journey and professes his gratitude for his fam and his supporters. Crafted by production team DiazSima based out of Budapest, Hungary, the single conveniently drops on Notion's birthday (November 8th) as a gift to both himself and fans of real, conscious Hip Hop.

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LISTEN: Cee crosses the Atlantic for new EP

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LISTEN: Cee crosses the Atlantic for new EP

Communicating exclusively via email and text, the project was inspired by SVNTY6's recent battle with depression. His motto, 'Be Better', became the mantra and in turn, the title of the project. Steeped in soulful samples, hard hitting drums and funky breaks, SVNTY6 channeled his positive energy into the production to give Cee a canvas to talk through his own demons via a lens of positivity.

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Sample Game Wack?

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Sample Game Wack?

Listen as we delve into the wonderful and mysterious world of sampling. Say what you like, but sampling will never go away; it's too unique, inspiring and dope to ever let a couple lawsuits stop the true Hip Hop heads. It's too ingrained in the essence of the genre to let go. Where possible, you should always try to clear your samples or use royalty free ones. But c'mon, if you get busted that means you're making enough noise and you're doing something right. Good on ya. For all of us who haven't been chased down by lawyers because your MPC game is too fire, here are a few quick tips and guidelines to get you there.

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