10/27/05 | The DPGC Is Back! [Audio]
       It's been a hot minute since the entire DPGC clique last appeared on a record together, but history has just taken another step forward! Daz Dillinger and Kurupt appeared on Julio G's show on KDAY last night to talk about all their ongoing projects, including a "Welcome To Tha Chuuch" compilation album due out December 13th, and the upcoming DPGC reunion album due out next year.

To make it all official, they even premiered a brand new song from the compilation. This long awaited reunion song features the entire DPGC (Daz, Kurupt, Snoop Dogg, and Nate Dogg on the hook) and is called "Real Soon". If this line up wasn't enough, they even got super producer Battlecat to lace this laid back cut.

Sounds like the good ole days! If this sounds too good to be true, then don't wait any longer and check it out for yourself because Westcoast2k got the track available for your listening pleasure, courtesy of Julio G & KDAY.

To hear the entire KDAY interview hit up DubCNN.com! Make sure you check it out to be up on all the things mentioned by the Dogg Pound!

It's that DPGC muzik! Check out the track:


» DPGC (Daz, Kurupt, Snoop, Nate) - Real Soon


And on a sidenote, Kurupt mentioned that Nate Dogg has now officially signed to Aftermath! Expect more news on this and the DPGC projects soon!

10/25/05 | Young Hootie Drops "Prince Of The Bity"
       Larceny Entertainment, the Business of the New West is at it once again! Word on the street is the new mixtape from Young Hootie "Prince Of The Bity" is about to drop! If you've been following Young Hootie and the Larceny camp, you know they always represent for the West Coast & release nothing but that fire!!!!

Coming off his "Unsigned Hype" feature in The Source Magazine, Young Hootie dropped his debut mixtape "Young Compton" early 2005 to critical acclaim. With the release of Young Compton, Hootie garnered a huge following with his distinct flow and ability to paint a picture of life in the hood from an YG'z perspective.

The Young Compton mixtape caught the attention of The Source Magazine earlier this year and was named one of "The Best of the Best" mixtapes for the month of July 2005. Since then, Young Hootie has appeared on numerous mixtapes from DJ AGE, The Bloc Runnaz, DJ Warrior's Westcoast Mixtape Kingz, DJ Hustle as well as a spot on DJ Whoo Kid's West Coast Resurrection mixtape. Hootie also had a memorable stand-out appearance on The Relativez street banger "Soo Whoop Gangsta" off their album Money Respect Money album. Earlier this month, the Larceny camp dropped the bangin' street video for "On Bloodz" featuring El Dorado Red, Hooda John & Big WY, exclusively here on Westcoast2k.

Releasing "Prince of the Bity" basically puts a cherry on top of a good year for Young Hootie who is currently in talks with major labels to release his debut album "Destroy & Rebuild". Now with his new street album, Young Hootie shows his growth as an artist and proves he is ready to be crowned "Prince of the Bity"!!!


Tracklisting for "Prince Of The Bity" Mixtape:

1. The Arrival (skit)
2. Prince of the Bity
3. Put Ya Work In
4. I'm Young Hootie
5. Shit Don't Stop
6. Get It Goin
7. OT Work ft. Jay Boy
8. Gunz Up
9. Set It Off
10. Haterz (skit)
11. Shine
12. Pay A Fee
13. Celebration
14. Grand Larceny (medley)
15. The Bizness of the New West
16. Shit Gets Real ft. El Dorado Red
17. Shot on the 110 Fwy (skit)
18. Stop, Cock, Pop & Roll
19. I Believe
20. Flamed Out ft. El Dorado Red
21. Move It ft. Hooda John
22. Roll Call
23. Game Never Ends
24. Mixtape Niggaz
25. Letter to my Brother (part deuce)

Bonus Tracks:
26. No Love ft. Joe
27. All My Life


Comin' early 2006 "Prince of the B-Sides" - exclusive freestyles, excerpts and unreleased tracks from "Prince of the Bity".

Shouts to Mark Breezy!

10/25/05 | "Grandmasters Out" Today!
       The wait is over… DJ Muggs and GZA reunite on "DJ Muggs VS GZA The Genius: Grandmasters." The long awaited album, set to release Today, October 25 on Angeles Records, has created an astounding street buzz in the Hip-Hop world. Cypress Hill's own scratch master, DJ Muggs is the mastermind behind the tracks while GZA of the notorious Wu-Tang Clan, takes Hip-Hop lovers back to their roots. The album also features the legendary Raekwon, RZA, Masta Killa, Sen Dog and Prodigal Sunn.

DJ Muggs has produced tracks for Cypress Hill, House of Pain's "Jump Around" and Ice Cube's "Check Yo Self." He has also created a series of collaborative solo albums featuring Goodie Mobb, KRS-One, Mobb Deep and Dr. Dre. Muggs and GZA first came together in 1997 on "Muggs Presents: The Soul Assassins Ch.1" and team up once again to blow the seal off of Hip-Hop.

With tracks such as "General Principals" and "Those That's Bout It," Muggs creates beat reminiscent of Wu- Tang's previous albums while GZA spits lyrics that will keep everyone talking. Critically acclaimed, GZA, known for his elaborate metaphors, pays tribute to former Clan member, ODB on "All In Together Now," which is also the name of his former rap group. Filled with its old skool flavor, surreal tracks and lyrical appeal, "DJ Muggs vs. GZA The Genius: Grandmasters" is the album that will automatically become a Hip-Hop favorite.

10/21/05 | Ice Cube & Snoop Dogg "A Lotta That" (Audio)
       Ice Cube has recently been getting radio spins for his new single "Chrome & Paint" featuring WC, the first single from his upcoming album "Laugh Now, Cry Later".

Another song which radio listeners were blessed to hear was the street single "A Lotta That" with a simple beat provided by Lil' Jon, who handled the majority of Cube's album. The song features Snoop Dogg on a verse as well as the hook. Cube & Snoop on a track, doesn't sound too bad. Now let's see what 2 of the biggest legends in Hip Hop have cooked up...

Of course Westcoast2k got the full length audio of "A Lotta That" for you to check out:


» Ice Cube Feat. Snoop Dogg - A Lotta That


"Laugh Now, Cry Later" is due out next year. Expect to see the video for "Chrome & Paint" in the next few weeks.

10/17/05 | The "West Coast Mixtape Kings" Is Here!
       If it's not one thing, it's another... Hustlers of the year, DJ Warrior and DJ Strong are at it again with their newest mixtape series "The West Coast Mixtape Kings". This time with West Coast legends Julio G and Kam who are hosting the mixtape.

This mixtape is loaded with nothing but exclusives and world premieres, it's bound to be nominated for West Coast Mixtape of the year! Featuring all new songs from Snoop Dogg, The Game, Ras Kass, Self Scientific, Mitchy Slick, Kam, Daz, Kurupt, Tray Deee (from Jail!!), Crooked I, Suga Free, Lazy Bone, Spider Loc, E-40, Too Short, Ya Boy, Keak Da Sneak, Balance, and many more!!!

The mixtape has exclusive production from DJ Warrior's Producer J Classic, Battlecat, and many more.

They even have a special intro from Justo just before he passed away (R.I.P.). Also this mixtape is dedicated to Justo Fasion (Mixtape Awards Founder), DJ Threat (R.I.P.), DJ Screw (R.I.P.), DJ Mixmaster Spade, and all other fallen DJ's.

The mixtape can be purchased in our online store for only $6.99 (+S&H) by clicking here.

This mixtape is a must have! If you're undecided whether to get a copy or not, you can download these exclusive MP3 snippets below.


Tracklisting & MP3 Audio:

1. DJ Warrior & DJ Strong - HipHopWest.com intro
2. Justo Fasion (R.I.P.) - Interlude (mixtapes #1 fan)
3. Ras Kass - International Shit *prod. By J Classic
4. The Game & Sun Smoke - Never *world premiere*
5. Mark Spitz feat. Mike Jones & Paul Wall - LBC 2 Houston
6. Julio G (KDAY 93.5) - Speaks Pt.1
7. Ras Kass - Exclusive freestyle *world premiere*
8. Ras Kass & Bad Azz - Welcome Back Home *world premiere*
9. Planet Asia - Cali Untouchable *Exclusive**prod. by Da Riffs
10. Kurupt - DPG'D UP *Exclusive* prod. By J Wells
11. Snoop Dogg - Unreleased Joint *Exclusive*
12. Kam - Speaks Pt.1
13. Kam - Exclusive Dj Warrior Freestyle *world premiere* prod. by Da Riffs
14. X1, Suga Free, Too Short, E-40 - I Want You *world premiere*
15. Julio G (KDAY 93.5) - Speaks Pt.2
16. Bishop Lamont (Aftermath) - Exclusive Freestyle *world premiere* prod. by Da Riffs
17. Boretta, Daz & Crooked I - Exclusive Freestyle *world premiere*
18. Jayo Felony - West Coast Mixtape Kings *World Premiere* *prod. By Da Riffs*
19. Kam - Speaks Pt.2
20. Spider Loc (G-Unit) - Exclusive Dj Warrior Freestyle *world premiere* *prod. by Da Riffs*
21. Crooked I - Exclusive Dj Warrior Freestyle *world premiere* *prod by Da Riffs*
22. Balance feat. Keek Da Sneak - What up remix (new shit)
23. Quiz & Glasses Malone(blackwalll street) - It's nothing *world premiere*
24. Prime & Daz - Do you want to *world premiere*
25. Mitch Slick , Tiny Doo, Damu - Drug Flipin *world premiere*
26. Remo Da Rap star - Exclusive Dj Warrior freestyle *world premiere*
27. Scipio - Exclusive Dj Warrior Freestyle *world premiere**prod. By Battlecat*
28. Self Scientific - Chace's Theme *world prem.* prod by Dj Khalil*
29. Stacks & The Game - Sitting' in my Six Foe *new shit*
30. Young Hootie - Exclusive Dj Warrior freestyle *world premiere* Prod. by J Classic/The Warriorz
31. Tray Deee - Exclusive Phone Interview from the LA County Jail
32. Baby C Style & Tray Deee (Spittin on Phone from the Jail House) - Gangsta shit *exclusive*
33. Blunts LLA - Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *world premiere*
34. Julio G (KDAY 93.5) - Speaks pt.3
35. Kartoon (Ruff Ryders West) - Exclusive Dj Warrior freestyle *world premiere* Prod. By J Classic/The Warriorz
36. Ricashay & Ya Boy - You Don't Want it Wit Us *exclusive*
37. Lil' Tony - Exclusive Dj Strong Freestyle *world premiere*
38. Lil' Bam - Negro League Freestyle *exclusive*
39. Blaze, Lazy Bone - Anything you want *Prod. By Dr. Dre*
40. Bullet feat. Petey Pablo - Throw your sets up *exclusive*
41. Julio G & Kam - Outro
42. Jihad - Crunk in da club *prod. By J Classic / Tha Warriorz
43. Bambino & Young showcase - Los Angeles (world premiere)
44. DJ Warrior & DJ Strong - HipHopWest.com Outro


To order this mixtape, click here.

10/17/05 | Tha Liks Album Update
       As we previously reported, Tha Liks are finishing up their upcoming and supposedly last album "Firewater". The release date has been pushed back again to early next year; "Firewater" is looking at a January release. The majority of the production was handled by E-Swift, except for a couple songs which were co/-produced by Evidence, Danger Mouse, J-Ro and The Break Mecanix.

Tha Liks are currently busy touring different countries across the world. They just ended their US tour last weekend and are leaving for Europe after that.

Below is a tentative tracklisting for the "Firewater" album. Also hit the link to hear their street track "La La (Flute Song)".


Tentative tracklisting

01. Handle It
02. Drink With Us
03. On The Floor
04. La La
05. Over Here Feat. King T
06. Poverty’s Paradise
07. Chaos
08. Turn It Up
09. The Get Down
10. Party Ya Ass Off
11. Give It Up
12. Crash The Party

10/14/05 | Westcoast2k Site Info
       Westcoast2k.net just hit the 8 million visits mark earlier this week. I wanna thank everybody for showing love and the continues support for making this your favorite spot for over six years and counting. Expect some big things coming from us in the future. It's about time the real gets separated from the fake, cause we been nice like that for years!

10/04/05 | Exclusive: "On Bloodz" [Video]
       Larceny Entertainment is at it again with another street certified banger! Many of you may have heard the track "On Bloodz" featuring El Dorado Red, Young Hootie, Hooda John, and Big Wy from The Relativez which leaked a few months ago, but now here's the video! The track "On Bloodz" is the street single from Young Hootie's upcoming mixtape/street cd "Prince of the Bity" which will be droppin in about 3 weeks.

The clip, "On Bloodz" is directed by Daddy Bill for Boy 1 Der Productions/Larceny Films.

You can download the video below (24 MB):


» El Dorado Red - On Bloodz Feat. Young Hootie, Hooda John, and Big Wy


Shout outs to the homie Mark Breezy for lacing us with this video.

10/03/05 | Chino XL Is Raising the Bar in the Rap Game!
       Los Angeles, Ca - The Wake Up Show’s Sway and King Tech prepare for the first official release of their new label by dropping west coast royalty. Famed Los Angeles rapper, Chino XL, due out early 2006 on Bolo Entertainment/Bungalo Records with Universal Distribution, sets the bar for the new hip-hop venture. The East Coast bred rapper is finally stepping out on his own after years of traveling and performing alongside some of hip-hop’s most celebrated artists, from Afrika Bambaafaa and Ice-T to Mike Jones. Despite industry politics, as well as personal and professional setbacks, the rapper dubbed the Puerto Rican Superhero is back and ready to do battle.

As a veteran in the field, for years it’s been argued that Eminem won fame for a style that Chino XL created and with over 10 years in the game, Chino’s consistency as a masterful lyricist has garnered him legendary status as one of the best in metaphorical delivery hands down. Many of his lyrics have been placed in the “Source Quotables,” and featured frequently on Sway and Tech’s the Wake Up Show, an internationally syndicated radio show that plays his songs around the world. For over a decade music magazines and websites have noted the rapper as one of west coast’s elite. His music video (“Kreep”) was one of only four rap videos supported by MTV during the mid 1990’s (the other videos were by Biggie, Nas, and Lauryn Hill). With Fat Joe keeping Latin hip-hop alive and with the recent emergence of successful Latin artist including Lil’ Rob and Pitbull, Chino XL has returned to let everyone know that the original Puerto Rican Superhero is still fighting for hip-hop delivering the brutal truth through rhyme. As a precursor to his upcoming release, Chino XL recently appeared on the critically acclaimed “Back to Basics” compilation CD, produced by MTV’s Sway and King Tech. Chino XL also headlined in the album’s multi-city concert tour.

Chino continues to gain the respect and love of his fans and industry colleagues. With his newest and most anticipated project in the making, as well as the backing of his new label, Chino plans to live up to the expectations placed upon him locally and across the world. Originally discovered by Def-Jam’s co-founder, Rick Rubin, Chino represents authentic hip-hop. Chino was the first artist signed by Rubin, from a demo, since Public Enemy. “Chino reminded me of LL Cool J, said Rubin. Chino’s stage presence and undisputable good looks accompanied by his unsurpassed rhymes, keeps people asking for more! Check out his November feature in Rime Magazine for more exciting details on his return.

For all the latest info on Chino XL hit up the Chino XL Forum.

10/02/05 | New Single From The Team
       After earning radio play for their recent tracks "Bottles Up" and "Show Me Ya Nasty", The Team is back with their new single "Good Girl". It's set to be the first single off their upcoming album "World Premiere", the follow up to 2004's "Negro League". "Good Girl" recently premiered on Bay Area radio stations, an accompanying video is expected to be released in the near future. The song follows a more radio friendly format which should help with the exposure.

"Good Girl" can be heard by clicking on the link below.


» The Team - Good Girl


"World Premiere" is looking for a release later this year.