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News - 01.10.2008:
Martinez, a small town near San Francisco in California, has its own rap representatives. They form R.W.R. Productions which include Big Likk, Young Farley, Rayzah, Tre P., Lil Skeezy, Triple D, Jack Nastie, J-Benz, Johnnie-D, Big Cali, Young Nephew & Subliminal. The R.W.R. Productions has lately brought you a half group half compilation album. It is called "Togetha We Conquer, Divided We Fall". It features all the artists from R.W.R. fam and also big names like Mac Dre, Spice 1, Celly Cel, Da' Unda' Dogg, Jay Tee, Dubee, Eddi Projex, Young Dru and non-Bay rapper Bizarre (of D-12). The beats were made by R.W.R. members: Young Farley, Tre P. and Triple D. You can get it on cdBaby.com for $9.99. Visit R.W.R. Productions on MySpace. Tracklist (just the titles): (show tracklist)

News - 01.10.2008:
If you recognize names like Eddie Projex, Polo, Curcinado or Flechburg Slim you probably heard about Hittaz On The Payroll. They debuted in the beginning of the new millennium and later had been supported by Numskull himself. They're mostly rapping over The Mekanix beats (also known from J. Stalin debut release or T-Luni solos). If you're into their different styles you might be interested in getting yourself a new cd with some unreleased material called "The Lost Files". It features 10 new songs and was released under Gotit Inc. & Hitta Records. Get it now on cdBaby.com for $9.99. Also be on the lookout for a new solo album from Polo titled "BulletProof". Check out the titles: (show tracklist)

News - 01.10.2008:
We offer you a free download from two Sacramento rappers: Flossalini & Joezy Wells. They've just released an album called "Sacghanistan Salute Mixtape" and their duet on this project is called Kal-Qaida Gang. Well, don't be fooled by the name, cause in fact it has nothing but exclusive tracks with all original beats. The production was handled by Indecent The Slapmaster, Dizzle, The Brain, Blackbox and more. After subtracting skits we get 18 tracks with features including C-Dubb, Krypto, Indecent, Selfmade members, B Peezy, J-Gib and others. Download it from HERE and check out the tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 01.10.2008:
East Palo Alto natives Scoot & Band-Aide, known better as Dem Hoodstarz, are working on their new group album. It will be called "Black Friday" and will drop under Lawless Records. You'll hear such singles as "Code Of The Streetz" and "Got A Problem" with Gucci Mane. Check Dem Hoodstarz on MySpace. More info coming soon to BayUndaground.com.

News - 01.10.2008:
This summer Fillmoe prince brought you "The Bay Area Bully". Now Ya Boy is working on the next mixtape project called "Kush 2009". You can listen to the first hot track from this release on his MySpace page. The song is called "Let Me In" and the beat was jacked from Dr. Dre, as well as the cover idea. If you ever underestimated his lyrics, catch some verses from "Let Me In": "My name is Ya Boy and to keep it real baby I'm starting to get annoyed. How the hottest nigga in hip-hop is Soulja Boy, when I'm on the West Coast making jehovah noise!". Stay tuned.

News - 01.10.2008:
San Francisco duet Smash Bros are out today with the new mixtape called "Brothaz N-Armz". The album is recommended by Swinla of Goodfelonz himself, as the cd dropped under Goodfelonz Muzik & 1 In The Chamber Records. The Smash Bros are SPZ and Dunn - both reppin' SFC. You can get them at 1 In The Chamber Records MySpace.

News - 30.09.2008:
The Vallejo rapper and a founder of 40 Ounce Records is almost done with his new, seventh solo album. Jay Tee is back with hits like "The Cadillac", "The Pole" f. Missippi, "Doin' My Thang" and "So Clean So Saucy" f. David Wade on a cd called by his real name: "aka Jaime Trago". It will officially hit the stores on October 21st, yet you may already pre-order your copy on RapBay. Listen to a few teasers on Jay Tee's MySpace. Check out the tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 30.09.2008:
Not that long ago another compilation presented by J-Diggs hit the store shelves. It's titled "Ghostride The Whip: The Hyphy Movement". Based on the title you should damn well know what you're going to hear on this album. Songs like "Ghost Ride", "Motors And Rear Ends" or "Goin Dumb" just confirm that. You'll hear verses from Mistah F.A.B., Keak Da Sneak, Too Short, Eddi Projex, Hoodstarz, PSD, San Quinn and way more. Be also prepared for some recycled tracks. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 30.09.2008:
Have you ever heard of rapper Punish? He was born in Missouri, but grew up in San Jose, Ca. He has been in the game for some time, but dropped his debut album this year. It is called "Taurus Empire" and you can listen to 4 out of 9 songs on CD Baby. He reminds me a little of Vellqwan and his style is definitely rough and hard. Give him a chance and peep the tracklist (no features mentioned though): (show tracklist)

News - 30.09.2008:
Nowadays west Oakland is releasing more and more albums. We've got the whole Livewire label (J. Stalin, Shady Nate and others), Bavgate and his fellow rappers, Krushadelic finally dropped something that will have bigger exposure. Boondox is also from the same area. You can now buy his album "Tripple Laced". You'll also hear verses from Krushadelic, Grand, Louieville Slugga, Lil Ant and more. The cd is available for example on CD Baby. Take a look at the tracklist (no features mentioned though): (show tracklist)

News - 30.09.2008:
Underground group G-Brotherz from San Francisco has just released an album. Selfmade Entertainment presents "Pistol City". If you are into light and a little hyphy type of production hit their MySpace page and listen to "I'm Feelin High", "101", " Drive Me Crazy" and "Traffic". Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 30.09.2008:
More underground information for you. San Francisco representative Shad Gee who's affiliated with Bang Bang III Story Gang has released a street album not that long ago. It's entitled "It's Real: The Mixtape". From what we know it's got at least 2 exclusive tracks and also a couple of freestyles always lasting shorter than 2 minutes. Visit Shad Gee's myspace page and check him out. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

	Reviews - 29.09.2008: Today we'll show you that white boys out of the Bay Area are equally talented: Nasty Nate - "Welcome To Nastyland"
	He's called "white Too Short" due to his lyrics and he's...: Cadillac Todd - "The Great White Pimp"
	Not that great debut album: Cadillac Todd - "My Bitch"
	More white guys for you to listen to: Cognito & The Knuckleheadz - "Knucklehead Theatre"

News - 29.09.2008:
The highly anticipated second solo album from West Oakland rapper J. Stalin is out here. "Gas Nation" dropped under Town Thizzness label and features 20 tracks. We'll hear guest appearances from Kaz Kyzah, Beeda Weeda, Jay Jonah, G-Stack, Dem Hoodstarz, R.O.B., Shady Nate, 10AK and 2 solo songs from Lil Blood and Philthy Rich. Grab it from RapBay right now and check Stalin on MySpace. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 29.09.2008:
A new compilation filled with familiar rappers outta Northern Cali is out on the streets. "18 Wit A Thizz" is presented by Goldtoes and features mostly verses from himself and Berner. We'll also hear artists like Louie Loc, Jimmy Roses, Tito B, Lil Coner, Dubee, Don Toriano, Guce, The Jacka and more. Check out the tracklist and cop it online on RapBay. (show tracklist)

News - 29.09.2008:
On November 11th we'll get a new project from Thizz Entertainment presented by Mac Dre & Miami Da Most. It will be a solo album from Kilo Curt, named "Pure Peruvian". Features will include artists like: Mac Dre, Too Short, Keak Da Sneak, Mac Mall, Eddi Projex, Dem Hoodstarz, Dubee, J-Diggs, Bavgate, Rydah J. Klyde, San Quinn, Vital and many many more. Check us out for more info coming soon and visit Kilo Kurt's MySpace.

News - 29.09.2008:
The infamous Darkroom Familia brought its name back to the game after a few quiet years aroud 2003-2004, yet its affiliated group Lowdown was kinda asleep in last years. We've only got a solo cd from Never in 2004 and a "greatest hits" album. Now all Northern Cali rap fans better be ready, cause Lowdown is dropping its new group album very soon. It will be called "Clown" and except for Lowdown members it will feature Big Oso Loc, Tito B, Big Chuco, Big Tone, Davina, Woodie, Skarface, Gezus and more. We'll surely keep you posted on this one.

News - 26.09.2008:
Two weeks ago we talked about upcoming projects from Philthy Rich. Well, this Oakland rapper has recently brought you one of his new cds. "Streets On Lock" is available on RapBay.com and features 22 tracks with appearances from J. Stalin, Shady Nate, Kaz Kyzah, Beeda Weeda, Stevie Joe, Jay Jonah and more. Check out the tracklist and get at Philthy Rich on MySpace. (show tracklist)

News - 26.09.2008:
Vacaville's most robust record label - Nasty North - is constantly releasing projects. This year they've already dropped "Ghetto Graduite" compilation and will drop new Lil Raider solo on October 31st. If that ain't enough Nasty North Records will also release a second solo album from rapper Ono Loco. His cd will be entitled "Valley Thugg'n" and will feature tracks like "Take A Chance" & "4Ever Gone Hold It Down". Guest appearances include Lil Raider, Goldtoes, Doonie Baby, Louie Loc, Lil Coner, Ace Of Spits, Keek Dogg, C-Locs, Mac Reese, XO Creep, Geez Loc, Weech, Neva Sober, Lil D, Chongo, Big Choppz, Young Loc & Mac Eazy. Visit Ono Loco on MySpace and cop his debut project.

News - 26.09.2008:
B-12 - back in the days he was a third part of Riderlife and was collaborating with Jay Tee / 40 Ounce Records. Then he started working with A-Wax, yet we never had a chance to get a solo product from him. Now, as he told, he's no longer into rap, yet decided to share his solo material with fans. It's in fact a mixtape which strongly refers to 50 Cent's "Get Rich Or Die Tryin'", as 12 beats are jacked straight from that cd and a cover looks similar. This mixtape is called "Not Rich... Still' Ridin'" and is free for download. Get it from HERE and visit B-12's MySpace. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 26.09.2008:
Crazy Time Records is a known record label from San Jose. They've released many cds, among other things: 3 compilations, 2 mixtapes, Brother IG's solo albums and more. Now they're working on a fourth part of "Home Of The Killa Sharks" project. "Home Of The Killa Sharks Volume Four" will feature Crhyme Boss, Mr. Brown, Simply Sicc, Brother IG, Cali Grown, Gangsta Reese, Convic, Big Shea, Enormus Tha Ox, Stik Gilatine, 2 Left Feet, Playa Rae, Staynless, Tha Critic, Silence & more. Be sure to visit us daily, cause we'll surely inform you when it drops. Check out CTR on MySpace.

News - 24.09.2008:
The Bay Area rap star, Vallejo representative and worldwide rap veteran E-40 is going to release his new solo album October 28th. It will be called "The Ball Street Journal" and features a hit single "Wake It Up" with RnB artist and producer Akon. We've got a clean video for you to watch - check it out below. Be on the lookout for 40 Water's cd dropping under Sick Wid' It Records and read more about new releases from Sick Wid' It on BayUndaground.com. Visit E-40 on MySpace.

News - 24.09.2008:
This year Sick Wid' It & 30/30 Records brought us the second part of The Sick Wid' It Umbrella compilation called "The Machine". Next month we'll get two new project from E-40's label - his own solo cd and the second official album from D.B.'z. Hot Dirty and Work Dirty will hit the streets October 14th with the project called "Mannish Music". You can check a few tracks from their upcoming cd on MySpace page. More info coming soon to BayUndaground.com.

News - 24.09.2008:
We've got some fresh news on the upcoming Jay Tee album. It's officially hitting the streets October 21st, yet there's a chance we'll get it even earlier. Jay Tee himself said he'll have the album back from the press in about 2 weeks, so expect to see it in the beginning of the next month. The project is simply called "aka Jaime Trago" and features some radio hits like "The Pole" and "The Cadillac". The album includes appearances from Baby Bash, B-Legit, Mr. Kee, Gemini, Marty James and more. It will obviously drop under Jay Tee's 40 Ounce Records. Be sure to cop the latest N2Deep group album. Bob your head to a few tracks from Jaime Trago's new cd on his MySpace.

News - 24.09.2008:
If ones believes what's posted on MySpace bulletins we can expect to see the second solo cd from Charizma at the end of next month. The new official release date for "The Resurrection" is October 31st. We annouce the "official release date" not for the first time, but it's high time for this Pittsburg rapper to finally bring it to the streets. Check out the tracklist and visit Charizma on his MySpace. (show tracklist)

News - 24.09.2008:
This one was supposed to drop a looong time ago. Finally the "Rompalation Two Thousand Eight" project is out here. You can cop it online at RapBay.com. The album features rappers like Da' Unda' Dogg, Mac Mall, Reek Daddy, Dubee, J-Diggs, Mac Dre, Krypto, PSD and many more. Check out the tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 24.09.2008:
Just a little info for those of you who didn't have a chance to listen to Brother IG's music. He belongs to the minority of christian rappers outta Bay and represents San Jose label Crazy Time Records. He's giving you a chance to check his talent on a short mixtape project, which is free for download. This digital only project is called "My Offering" and features 7 tracks (some previously released and some new). You can download it from Brother IG official website. Remember to visit his MySpace page for more info. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 23.09.2008:
The Bay Area is recently flooding the market with norteno affiliated releases, yet we're all sure that kings of this genre are members of Darkroom Familia. Since the late 80's in the rap game and still doing their thang bringing new cds to the table. Today DRF dropped their new group album. As the title goes ("Connectionz") it features not only Darkroom vets, but also other Northern Cali artists and - what might seem amazing for some of you - rappers from Germany. Owners of Lil Coner and Tito B latest solo cds and Strangulation Part 2 might recognize some familiar titles (#1, #5 & #9) - rest of the tracks looks fresh and new. Go and buy it online at RapBay. Check out the full tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 23.09.2008:
I won't lie if I'd call him one of the best North Highlands representatives. Maybe even one of the best from whole Sacramento. The time has come and the new solo cd from Hollow Tip has just hit the stores. "Money & Bullets" is his 10th official solo album, so if you're a fan you should probably know what to expect to hear. For those who're still not convinced to Nelsi's music here's a link to his MySpace page. Listen to a few tracks and go by yourself a copy. Check out the tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 23.09.2008:
The new solo cd from Sebastopol rapper Smoov-E is out now. Project is called "Rusty Squeezebox" and includes bonus DVD. You'll only hear a few featurings from Reek Daddy, Andre Nickatina, Pat Rich & members of Count Salaz. Visit RapBay to get yourself a copy and remember to hit Smoov-E's MySpace. Tracklsit: (show tracklist)

News - 23.09.2008:
If you're into sick, sexist lyrics and dark, twisted atmosphere you can cop a new solo cd from Sac-Town artist First Degree The D.E.. It is called "Robo D.E. The Emotionless" and dropped today under Fahrenheit Records. There are 17 tracks out of which most are solo performances and the cd features only two other rappers: Smoov-E and Soupbone. Give a try and listen to a few tracks on D.E.'s MySpace. Production on this album was brought by First Degree The D.E., Phonk Beta, Smoov-E and more. Check out the tracklist and buy it online at RapBay. (show tracklist)

News - 23.09.2008:
All of you will agree that Ampichino is highly affiliated with the Bay Area. Although he represents Akron, Ohio he participated in Yukmouth's Regime projects and appeared on plenty of Mob Figaz albums. Now he's collaborating with one of them - The Jacka. Not that long ago they released a duet album under the name of Devilz Rejects. If you're Ampichino's fan you'd better be ready for his new solo dropping November 18th. The album will be called "Mysery" and will be presented by The Jacka himself. You'll hear featurings from Yukmouth, Fed-X, Cozmo, Young Bossi, Ray Cash, Freeze and obviously The Jacka. Stay tuned and visit BayUndaground.com to check if it drops. Now hit Ampichino's MySpace and take a look at the tracklist for the cd: (show tracklist)

News - 23.09.2008:
C-Funk is an East Palo Alto representative. You might have heard of him as he dropped a few solo cds and collaborated with artists like Yukmouth or Shock G. If you're feeling his music you'll probably be interested in his new solo cd entitled "About Funkin Time". It was released under Team Pro Inc. and features 12 tracks. Visit C-Funk on MySpace. (show tracklist)

News - 23.09.2008:
Nothing cartian about it, but the fact you can already pre-order it from RapBay gives us hope to believe it will drop soon - the new solo cd from Fed-X of The Mob Figaz. His album will be called "The Mob Made Me Do It" and will be released under Capital King Entertainment. Be sure to check out BayUndaground.com or Slapshop MySpace for more info coming soon.

News - 23.09.2008:
There're many Latin artists associated with the eastern part of San Jose, yet there's also the other side of SJ city. West San Jo also has its representatives and one of them is Mikey G. He's working on his solo album called "Welcome To The Game". It will drop soon under R Hands Full Entertainment. We'll get featurings from a couple of recognizable Northern Cali artists like Goldtoes, Gangsta Flea, Gato Mas Loco, Travieso, Troublez, but most of the verses will be handled by local underground rappers like NSV, Mr Rigo V, Snoopie G, 4th P, Gand Da G, T-Demo and more. Check Mikey G and R Hands Full Ent. on MySpace.

News - 23.09.2008:
An underground scene of East Oakland has recently brought a new project to the Bay Area rap table. Rapper Sane has just dropped his solo album called "Sane's World", which is a double cd mixtape. Sane is a member of local groups Dis-O-Bay and Get Money Boys. His new project features appearances from A-R, Quis, Teezy, A-Plus, Diezel, Leeboy & Stoopidmann. As it's an underground release it was printed only on cd-r. You can buy it online at cdBaby. Remember to visit Sane on MySpace.

	Reviews - 21.09.2008: Sacramento stand up! Four albums from Sac-Town - some good, some bad; some new, some old. AK The Teflon Don - "Something The Lord Made"
	Debut self titled project by the south Sac representative: AK The Teflon Don - self titled
	Half album half compilation recorded by the CEO of High Side Records: Ballin' Ass Dame - "Get Rich Quick Schemes"
	Why did Black Market release this cd? It sounds too eastcoast-like: Foe - "Scissorhands"

News - 18.09.2008:
"Money & Bullets" - the new solo album from Sacramento tycoon Hollow Tip - is officially hitting the stores September 23rd, yet it's already available online at RapBay.com. Nelsi's project features 13 tracks with appearances from Mic-C, 80 West, Luni Coleone, Smigg Dirtee, I-Rocc, Young Sav, Tykoon, Jahari & Mr. Blap. Check out the tracklist and visit Hollow Tip on MySpace: (show tracklist)

News - 18.09.2008:
Big Tef formerly known as Teflon has recently realesed his second solo cd. It's called "Tunnel Vi$ion" and dropped under Ante Up Records. We'll hear 18 tracks with appearances from rappers like San Quinn, Big Rich, Carlo Sauce, Playa Rae and non-Bay stars like Bizzy Bone and Trae Tha Truth. The production in majority was done by J Scoot. Cop the album at cdBaby for $9.99 and visit Big Tef on MySpace. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 18.09.2008:
Rapper Lameez outta Sacramento has just brought you his new solo cd. It's entitled "Cruel Intentions: The Aftermath Of 1995" and features some huge names from all over the States. We'll hear people like Crooked I, Krayzie Bone, Daz, Bone Crusher, Eve, Kilo Kapanel, Doey Rock, Doe Boy, Zo & Lady Luck. Check out Lameez on MySpace and take a look at the long tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 18.09.2008:
Fabby's new album is out now! It's in fact another collaboration between Bay Area artist and guys from Demolition Men. This time they brought 16 tracks on the "Play Time Is Over!" project. You'll hear a few Mistah F.A.B. solo songs and many with some good featurings from J. Stalin, The Jacka, Taj-He-Spitz, Glasses Malone, Shady Nate, Bun B, Chamillionaire, Paul Wall and more. Cop it online on RapBay and visit Demolition Men on MySpace. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 18.09.2008:
San Francisco group Bread Me Out Family is out with its next album named "Millions In Da Making". BMO includes Big Layne, Slim Deez, Joe-Ski & D.O. and they all appeared on this project. It also features some well known artists like San Quinn, Chop Black (of The Whoridaz), Martin Luther (of The Roots), Herm, Unda God & Mack Magic Mike. Check them out on MySpace. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 18.09.2008:
If you're into East Bay releases there's a new one for you. It's a solo album from Bill Blunt - the half of Unjust Hustlas (back in the days this group was affiliated with Darkroom Familia). His cd is called "Business With Options" and was released under Unjust Records. Except for Fremont representative you'll hear Young Ant (the other half of Unjust Hustlas), Pedigree, Defiant, Redd, Beneficial & Cerebral. Visit Bill Blunt on MySpace and check out the tracklist: (show tracklist)

Interview with Smokie Loco - 17.09.2008:
We proudly present you our latest interview conducted with one of the east side San Jose Latin rappers - Smokie Loco the C.E.O. of Evilside Records. His label along with many well known as well as underground artists released two compilations last years. "The Strangulation" projects associate Nortenos from the Bay Area, Central Valley and even Sacramento. Read the interview with Smokie Loco, visit Evilside Records on MySpace and support their music.
Here's just a short preview. You can read the full length version under Interviews section.

[ Bay Undaground.com ] : Tell us something about yourself. How did you start your rap career? Where did you grow up? etc.

[ Smokie Loco ] : To be honest I've been writing for a long time. My homie Pelon from my hood, ex brother in law is Ballin Ass Dame from High Side Records in Sacramento. They put out Hollow Tip years ago. I was rapping back then just for fun but I've always been writing. My homie Pelon wanted to back me with studio time back then but I was deep in this vida. I was slanging n banging hard in those days you know earning stripes. In 2001 I met Big Oso Loc at the first Siccness BBQ. He was telling me that he wanted to start rapping. Oso's a real homie. You can hear it when he raps. That's when I said to myself, shit I can do this. Thats when I started to take rapping serious. I'm from San Jo, eastside to be exact. My hood is V.N.U.... [read more]

News - 14.09.2008:
Tulare County has its own underground king of Latin rap. If you're into norte music you probably heard about Baby Boy Ene outta 559 area code. He released a few solo cds and appeared not once on Northern Cali projects. Check out his new solo album called "The HomeBoy" which dropped under Recognize Entertainment. It features Tito B, Big Tone, B-Dawg, Big Oso Loc, Juney, Droopy Lector and more. Visit official Recognize Ent. website and Baby Boy Ene's MySpace page. (show tracklist)

News - 13.09.2008:
A highly anticipated solo album from one of the best rap lyricists is out here. San Francisco veteran artist Paris has freshly released his new solo project called "Acid Reflex". It features 15 tracks with appearances from George Clinton, Chuck D & T-K.A.S.H. Album dropped under Guerrilla Funk Records. Visit Paris on MySpace and his label's official website. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 13.09.2008:
Let's get back for a minute to the latest release from Fillmoe city. Finally we can share with you with a full and detailed tracklist for "41Feva" project from All City group. Just to remind you it is made of San Quinn, Big Rich (of Fully Loaded) and Boo Banga (formerly known as Boo Banger and a member of Guce's Tha Mobaloti). Their album dropped a few days ago under EHustle label. Here's All City MySpace page. Full tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 13.09.2008:
Soldier Hard is a Vallejo rapper fighting in Iraq and still has time to release albums. "The Veteran" is his fourth official full length project and features radio singles like "I Need A New Girl" and "Who's That Shorty". Check out the tracklist below and buy his newest cd for $8 (only in September) HERE. Also visit him on MySpace and take a look at the tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 13.09.2008:
Messy Marv, if not releasing his solo albums, is collaborating with other artists or is trying to help new cats. This summer he had an opportunity to present a duet album from Royal Hiniss and Bennie Owens. They form a group Project Celebrities, which has recently dropped its debut self titled cd. It was released under G Lot & Scalen labels and includes a single "On Da Run" with Tequila. There are more guest appearances from The Jacka, Keak Da Sneak, Lil Ric, Messy Marv and others. Check out the tracklist and visit these Richmond representatives on MySpace: (show tracklist)

News - 13.09.2008:
Livewire Records is quite a young, yet robust record label. They've started with J. Stalin releases and other Livewire Records members. Today they're collaborating with dozens of artsist and one of them is Oakland rapper Philthy Rich. He'll drop his new solo cd called "Streets On Lock" under Livewire label soon. It will feature 22 tracks with appearances from J. Stalin, Shady Nate, Beeda Weeda, Kaz Kyzah, Jay Jonah, Stevie Joe and more. What's more Philthy Rich will also release an EP project entitled "Neighborhood Supastar" on the same record label. If that ain't enough he'll be also starring in a fourth "Slap House" project presented by Frank and The Vault. As you can see Philthy Rich will please his fans with many releases this year, so if you're the one check out BayUndaground.com daily for more info and remember to visit rapper on his MySpace. Tracklist for "Streets On Lock" (pre-order your copy on RapBay.com): (show tracklist)

News - 13.09.2008:
Get ready for the new Bullys Wit Fullys project - this time made of Frisco don and West Oakland representative. Guce & J. Stalin will handle the mics on "Giants & Elephants" dropping this October under Demolition Men. You can already pre-order your copy on RapBay.com. Visit Guce and J. Stalin on their MySpace pages. More info coming soon on BayUndaground.com.

	Update - 12.09.2008: Today we bring you the whole Playas Association series, guided by Vallejo vet - Jay Tee himself: Playas Association Vol. 4 - "Northwest Hustlin'"
	Very good compilation entitled "The Product" with such hits like "Be Advised" or "Blame It On The Game": Playas Association Vol. 3 - "The Product"
	Rather disappointing part of Playas Association projects: Playas Association Vol. 2 - "Full Time Hustlin'"
	Here comes the first exposure of Jay Tee's compilations from the mid 90's: Playas Association Vol. 1 - "Tha Bomb Bay"

News - 10.09.2008:
The City of San Francisco proudly presents its newest product - a full length album from Fillmoe trio: San Quinn, Big Rich & Boo Banga. They called themselves All City and named the cd "41Feva". It features 19 songs including a smash single "SF Anthem". You'll hear guest appearances from J. DaVinci, Equipto, Errelevent, Shay & others. Production was handled by Traxamillion, Davey D & more. You can watch a video for "SF Anthem" on MySpace TV. Visit rappers on MySpace and check out the tracklist (no features listed): (show tracklist)

News - 10.09.2008:
Let's get back to the yesterday's article about new A-Wax projects. Today we can give you more info on his upcoming long play cd titled simply "The Album". It's dropping October 7th under Pie-Rx Recordz and SMC Recordings. It will feature 21 songs with an anthem track "One Soo Whoop" produced by Nu Jerzey Devil. We'll get guest appearances from C-Murder, Brotha Lynch Hung, Messy Marv, Devin The Dude, Guce, Black C, Smigg Dirtee, Tall Cann G & more. Project includes a bonus DVD. Visit A-Wax on MySpace and his official website.

News - 10.09.2008:
Rapper Slump hailing from Salinas in the 831 area code is working on a new solo album, which is dropping soon. It will be called "City Of Slumps" and will feature Guce, Dubee, San Quinn, Boo Banga, Cozmo, Lil Raider, Jimmy Roses, Freddy Chingaz, Exxxo, Smugle & more. The project will be released under Northern Life Entertainment and will be produced by Exxxo. Check out the cover done by FunkyFresh Graphics and visit artist on MySpace.

News - 09.09.2008:
This month we'll get a new compilation presented by Thizz Latin and B'n'B C.E.O. - Goldtoes. It will be called "18 Wit A Thizz" and will drop under Thizz Latin. We'll get 18 tracks with verses from Goldtoes, Berner, Jimmy Roses, Louie Loc, Dubee, Tito B, Lil Coner, Guce, Doonie, Sleepdank and more. Unfortunately there's at least one recycled song (#6 from The Jacka & Berner "Drought Season") - hopefully the only one. Check out the tracklist and visit us for more info coming soon: (show tracklist)

News - 09.09.2008:
Be prepared for a debut album from a Fillmoe rapper Young Cutt dropping September 30th. It will be titled "Turf Money" and will mostly feature appearances from Shiesty Ridaz fam: Snype, Young Vicious, Mistah Slick, E-Money, Jess James, Bobby T. & Chosen. The whole production will be handled by Snype of Shiesty Ridaz. Be sure to cop it online at RapBay, iTunes, Amazon and other stores. It will be available on the streets in Street Shows in Frisco, Vallejo & Oakland. Visit Shiesty Ridaz and Young Cutt on MySpace.

News - 09.09.2008:
Famous Pittsburg artist A-Wax will be flooding the market with his new projects real soon. In the beginning we'll get a new mixtape called "Waxfase V. 2", which is about to drop in 2 weeks. The album will be mixed by DJ Mark 7 and will feature 22 tracks, including snippets from his upcoming official LP dropping on SMC Recordings. Check out the tracklist and scroll down for more info on A-Wax music: (show tracklist)

News - 09.09.2008:
For mean fans there is a free mixtape from A-Wax available on his new official website now. It is simply called "www.A-Wax.com" and includes 15 tracks - all solos. If that ain't enough he'll be releasing more projects soon. First we'll hear another mixtape named "Nightmare From..." and mixed by DJ Haze. Next will be a DVD & soundtrack combo called "Kontroversial", but most anticipated will be two official solo cds: the first dropping later this year under SMC / Fontana and the second one dropping in 2009 under Konvict / Interscope labels. Visit A-Wax on MySpace and check out his new official website. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 09.09.2008:
Some time ago you could read on BayUndaground.com about the compilation associating artists from the 559 area code. At the end of this month you'll get a sequel project called "Central Committee Vol. 2" presented by Cuddie Castro, hailing from Huron in the 559 area code. The album will feature Northerners like Cuddie Castro, Cisko of P.B.C., Busta Brown of T.H.C., Tha Poet, Big Loop, Twin Brotherz, Manda Locs, Infamous and more. This project will be released under M.O.B. Productions and Locs Up Ent. Visit Cuddie Castro on MySpace.

News - 06.09.2008:
"The Bay Area Bully" from Fillmoe rapper Ya Boy has just hit the streets. Fans will have to wait a bit longer for his highly anticipated solo album, cause it is just another mixtape project. The cd features 18 songs with only one feature from Nu Jerzey Devil. Digital Product is hosting the mixtape. Visit artist on MySpace and buy his new cd for $15 on there. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 06.09.2008:
The next thing coming from Ya Boy is a double cd mixtape with rapper Crooked I. It's dropping under Precise Music Group and will be hosted by DJ September 7th. The title is "Western Hospitality" and you can check out the new track from Ya Boy, Crooked I & Brooklyn on Ya Boy's official blog. Check out the cover and visit us later for the tracklist.

News - 06.09.2008:
The Demolition Men will release a new street album from Oakland rapper Mistah F.A.B. on September 16th. It will be called "Play Time Is Over!" and will feature some exclusive production and some jacked beats. Music will be produced by Traxamillion, Rob Lo, Aristotle, DJ Devro & others. About 15 new tracks with guest appearances from The Jacka, Glasses Malone, Paul Wall, Matt Blaque, J. Stalin, Taj-He-Spitz & more. As we've been informed it will be one of the street albums to be released before a major deal with Atlantic Records, which is about to release a full length solo from Mistah F.A.B. this spring. Listen to a couple songs from "Play Time Is Over!" on Demolition Men MySpace. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 06.09.2008:
Good news for Crestside rap fans. The group 535, including Mac Mall, Dubee, Sleepdank & Tic, will be presenting the upcoming compilation entitled "Scars & Stripes". The album will be released November 18th. Except for 535 representatives it will feature J. Diggs, Chop The Hookman, Geezy, Reek Daddy, Boss Hogg, Rydah J. Klyde & Da' Unda' Dogg. Production will be handled by Rio, Swampkat, Verb & Harm. More info coming soon on BayUndaground.com

News - 06.09.2008:
Mint Rock - a San Francisco rapper and a member of Equipto's group Bored Stiff - dropped his new solo joint last month. It's titled "Magnified" and features Andre Nickatina, Mike Marshall, Equipto, Big Shawn, Jay Anthony, Shag Nasty and others. Album includes 19 tracks and was released under Gurp City Records. Check out the tracklist and cop the album on RapBay.com. Visit Mint Rock on MySpace. (show tracklist)

	Update - 03.09.2008: Today we bring you 4 solo cds from an Oakland vet - from the fresh mixtape to the classic oldschool material: Too Short - "Pimpin' Incorporated"
	A nice cd to bump in your car or throw it in a party: Too Short - "Married To The Game"
	A bit older album from Short Dog: Too Short - "Get In Where You Fit In"
	And last, but not least - a first compact cd release from Shorty The Pimp: Too Short - "Born To Mack"

News - 02.09.2008:
We've already written about the upcoming solo cd from Richmond vet Laroo, which is called "The Corporation", yet there was no release date set for it and the cover has changed. The time it will hit the stores is October 14th. It will drop under Sick Wid' It and Timeless Records and will be distributed by Koch Ent. Album will feature E-40, Keak Da Sneak, The Jacka, San Quinn, Fed-X, B-Legit, Big Rich, Dem Hoodstarz, Cellski, Turf Talk, Harm, Eddi Projex & Matt Blaque. Hit YouTube link for the latest Laroo's videos and visit him on MySpace.

News - 02.09.2008:
A complement to yesterday's news: new solo cd from Vacaville rapper Lil Raider will be available October 31st. We've also got a correct list of the features for "They Predicted I'd Be Dead Or N Prison", which includes J-Diggs, A-Wax, Zipper Louie, Rydah J. Klyde, Big Tone, Doonie, Mad Dog, Louie Loc, Tito B, Lil Coner, JT The Bigga Figga, Berner and others. Except for a street anthem "Boss Status" with J-Diggs and Berner it will also feature single "Purp Smoke" with Doonie of the Federation. Visit Lil Raider on MySpace.

News - 01.09.2008:
Finally, there's a new album from M-Dash & Trey-C. This Vallejo and San Francisco collaboration brought you "Knockout Mode Mixtape" free for download! Just hit the link and visit these two artists on their MySpace pages: M-Dash MySpace, Trey-C MySpace. The album features Playa Rae, Roddy Bo, Young Gentlemen & more. A few exclusive tracks were produced by Nickel N' Dime Productions, Remy Remaq and others. As for now it's only available on the net, yet it will hit the stores soon (slim case format). Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 01.09.2008:
Southern Bay Area representatives from Milpitas are on the rap scene since year 2002. You probably heared of Game Insane, as they've already dropped 3 group albums (two LP's and one EP cd). Now it's high time for a serious solo release from one of the GI members - T1. He's known from his fast, charizmatic and twisted flows and his original beats. Tomorrow (02.09) is the official release date for a debut solo album from T1 called "Technology". It features 12 tracks with appearances from Royalty and Esham. Production was done by T1 himself. You can already get it on eBay for $7,5. Later it will also hit cdBaby spot, where other GI products are available. Listen to a few songs from "Technology" on T1's MySpace. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 01.09.2008:
Bay Area rapper D-Boy has recently released his new solo album. It's a street album called "Natural Born Hustlah" and features J. Nash, Ad Kapone, Mr. Postman, Alley Cat, T-Stona & more. It dropped under Family Bizz Ent. and you can buy it for $9.99 on RapBay.com. Check out the tracklist and meet D-Boy on MySpace. (show tracklist)

News - 01.09.2008:
Vacaville's Latin player Lil Raider will bring fans his new, 4th solo official LP very soon. The title of the album is "They Predicted I'd Be Dead Or N Prison". There's already a hit single called "Boss Status" with J. Diggs & Berner available now. You can listen to it on Lil Raider's MySpace. Album will also feature Rydah J. Klyde, Big Tone, Doonie (of The Federation), Louie Loc, Tito B, JT The Bigga Figga, Lil Coner, Ace Of Spits, Ono Loco, Neva Sober & Zipper Louie. Also be on the look out for "Liqour Store Slaps" compilation dropping soon. Graphics done by FunkyFresh. Check BayUndaground.com for more info coming.

News - 01.09.2008:
Be on the look out for a new compilation presented by Dubee dropping at the end of September. The project will be called "Da "T"" and will be released under Thizz Nation. Guest appearances include Johnny Cash, Mac Mall, Geezy, Mistah F.A.B., Keak Da Sneak, Trill Real, Bavgate, J. Diggs, Dubee and more. Pre-orders available on RapBay.com. Tracklist: (show tracklist)

News - 01.09.2008:
Jason Haft from Union City in the East Bay earned his name when he appeared on a debut solo album from a famous Latin rapper Lil Coner. Later he dropped a couple of verses and beats on Balled Out compilation series. He's already released two solo albums, yet they did not bring him fame. Jason is out with his third solo joint, which is unfortunately printed on a cd-r format and it looks like most of the songs last 1-2 minutes, as the tracklist inlcude 50 songs! Some of the tracks are just short mixtape joints, some of them are new, full length songs and some are even recycled. The project is entitled "IX.IV.V.VIII.VII" and you can get in online at cdBaby for 12 dollars. Remember to visit this artist on MySpace. We don't post the tracklist as it's far too long - you can preview it on cdBaby.

News - 01.09.2008:
We ain't moving from Union City, as Lil Coner is preparing to drop a project presented by himself and called "Connected Inc: Compilation". The album includes songs with Lil Coner, Termyte (of Connected Inc.), Ace Of Spits, Tito B, Kriminal, Keek Dogg, Big Oso Loc, Lil Raider, Jason Haft and others. Check Decoto star on MySpace. BayUndaground.com will keep you posted.

News - 01.09.2008:
The Pack's member Young L will host the upcoming mixtape from rapper Do It Movin. He'll release a project under Capital King Entertainment this October. It will feature appearances from Keak Da Sneak, J. Stalin, Rydah J. Klyde, Balance, Fendi Boyz, Bueno, Sauce & J. Gib. Check us out for more info coming soon and visit Do It Movin on MySpace.

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