The track, taken from Oh No’s upcoming release, Ohnomite, which is due out on June 5, features production from Oh No, as well as verses from both him and MF Doom.

Ohnomite features prominent samples from Rude Ray Moore’s 1975 blaxploitation film, “Dolemite”. In addition to an appearance from DOOM, the album also features verses from Evidence, Alchemist, MED, Guilty Simpson, Roc C, and a number of other notable guests.

The vinyl single for “3 Dollars” is set to ship via Stones Throw and Five Day Weekend starting on June 11.

Hit up Stones Throw for ordering information, and stream the track “3 Dollars” from Oh No and MF Doom below.

“Around My Way”, which is produced by Simonsayz and B-Side, features a prominent sample from Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth’s classic track, “T.R.O.Y.”, which originally angered Pete Rock, who produced the original track. According to reports, Lupe and Pete Rock have since squashed any potential beef and come to an agreement on the sample’s use.

Lupe’s upcoming Food & Liquor 2: The Great American Rap Album (its full title), will be his first release since 2011′s Lasers, which was embroiled in label politics and backlash from fans. After being held hostage in what was reported as a strong-arm attempt by Atlantic Records, Lasers eventually release last year received mixed reviews, including many fans who felt the album was a pop record, rather than a continuity of Lupe’s previous works.

The new record will be the follow-up to the original Lupe Fiasco’s Food & Liquor (2006), which received wide critical acclaim, and is often revered as Lupe’s best work to date.

A release date for the album has not been announced.

Listen to the first single from Lupe Fiasco’s Food & Liquor 2, “Around My Way (Freedom Ain’t Free)”, below.

Straight, No Chaser offers a number of standout tracks, touching on a wide variety of topics. “Autographs”, with its Beastie Boys sample, causes some misty-eyed nostalgia early on, but quickly switches gears thanks to REKS’ grateful tone.  “Power Lines” has a sample-heavy beat including a Snap! cut, as REKS passionately delivers his political yet hopeful message. “Parenthood”, as its title indicates, is about being a parent in the hood.  “Regrets” is a sentimental ballad that pins the MC’s heart to his sleeve and adds some needed vulnerability to the album.

The title Straight, No Chaser is a spot on reflection of REKS’ unapologetic honesty; he attacks the mic with intelligence and force as he slowly unveils a personal story.  Selektah understands his role, but his production misses the mark in intensity on a few tracks.  His side of the LP warrants a more appropriate title: Whisky With Water.

The overall tone and atmosphere of this album is great. Roc displays a wide range of talent in each track. Generally, the mood is fun and uplifting, something that hip-hop all too often lacks. What makes it better is that it’s evident throughout that the artist is thoroughly enjoying his craft. This alone certainly adds something special to his already-smooth delivery.

In addition, none of his rhymes are forced out at any point and each track enjoys great continuity from beginning to end. Roc Doogie has a love and knowledge for hip-hop culture which is evident when you start rocking this album. His lyrics display a clear and exceptional consciousness of not only contemporary hip hop, but the world at large. There is really nothing bad that comes out of this album; it offers a great listening experience from front to back.

Production throughout Roc, Paper, Scissors maintains flavor and variety. Every beat overflows (not in a bad way) with character. They work well with the rapping, never overshadowing, just enhancing. They remind you of a better time in hip-hop. The sometimes-funny rapping can make you laugh, but somehow some parts in the production will have you chuckling. The beat for “Micro Management” includes a kind of cartoonish, Dick Dastardly, Pink Panther sound and makes any part of the rapping that is funny, funnier. With production from a wide variety of producers (Deto 22, Dirt E. Duthch, JK1 the Supernova, Defnyshn and Intrikit) there is definitely something that will catch any hip hop lover’s ear – and that’s if you don’t just like the whole lot.

To round up this album – and Roc Doogie’s debut – it is undoubtedly a success. Its versatility in beats and in rapping, without sacrificing quality is a great achievement. As an entire album it is great to listen to as a finished work. It keeps you engaged with its differing styles and subjects. However, even with the variety, it is definitely a complete album as opposed to a collection of singles. Whether you check out one track or all ten you will be glad you have. Each track you listen to will leave you feeling as if you have gained something. No doubt am I looking forward to future Roc Doogie releases, and hoping and praying that the next will be as good as Roc, Paper, Scissors.

Today, Portland, Maine-born MC, Sole, announced the release of a new solo album, titled A Ruthless Criticism Of Everything Existing.

The founder and former head of Anticon is touting it as his first new retail album in nearly seven years. “[This album is] the most militant and empowered music I have ever made,” he said in a statement about the record.

Production on the record is helmed by a number of Sole’s contemporaries, as well as some of his own work, including tracks from Alias, Busdriver, Factor, Man Mantis, Cobraconda, Ryan Hemsworth, and more.

According to Sole, he has recorded approximately 25 tracks for the album, and appears to be in the process of finalizing the tracklist for the upcoming LP. Among those tracks, the newly-released track “Jungle of the Real”, produced by Man Mantis,  is a record that didn’t make the final cut.

Sole has collaborated extensively with Florida’s Skyrider band, releasing two albums in 2011 under the collective moniker Sole & The Skyrider Band. In addition, he also released an EP, the sixth of his Man’s Best Friend series, last year.

A release date for Sole’s A Ruthless Criticism Of Everything Existing is not yet announced, although the rapper/producer said that he anticipates a fall 2012 release. Stream/download “Jungle of the Real” below.

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New York rap veteran El-P’s newest album, Cancer For Cure, is available as a full-album stream via RollingStone.com.

His newest album features an assortment of eclectic guests, including hip-hop cohorts Danny Brown, Despot, and Killer Mike, as well as less-rap-inclined appearances by Interpol’s Paul Banks and Nick Diamonds from the Canadian indie rock outfit, Islands.

The album has made its rounds on the less-legal side of the Internet, leading El-P to acknowledge the album’s leak. He seemed amicable and rather unfazed, taking to Twitter and Facebook to simply ask that those who enjoy the album also purchase it legally upon release.

The famed MC/producer’s newest effort is his first since 2007′s I’ll Sleep When You’re Dead and follows closely on the heels of Dungeon Family’s Killer Mike’s newest LP, R.A.P. Music, which was produced entirely by El-P.

El-P’s Cancer For Cure is due out tomorrow (May 22) via Fat Possum Records.

Click here to hit the RollingStone.com stream.

The Alchemist, today, revealed that he’ll be releasing his newest full-length effort, Russian Roulette, via Decon in mid-July.

This newest release will follow closely from the last offering from Gangrene (Oh No and The Alchemist), Vodka and Ayahausca, which dropped on Decon in February. The label is calling the sprawling, new 30-track LP, “a cinematic musical experience interwoven through a continuous soundscape demonstrating the vast array of his musical palette.”

In addition to Al’s signature ear for obscure samples and hypnotic break beats, the album hosts guest appearances from Danny Brown, Schoolboy Q, Action Bronson, Evidence, Roc Marciano, and many other respected artists.

The Alchemist’s Russian Roulette is scheduled for release on July 17, via Decon Records. Check out the full tracklist below.

1. Soundcheck
2. Apollo’s Last Stand feat Ag Da Coroner
3. Crushed Kremlin feat Mayhem Lauren
4. Decisions Over Veal Orloff feat Action Bronson
5. Learned by Listening
6. Training Montage – Getting Stronger
7. Ivan’s Workout Plan
8. Never Grow Up feat Evidence
9. The Turning Point feat Roc Marciano
10. Live From Dynamo Stadium 2
11. Don Seymour’s Theme feat Midaz
12. Before The Fight Prelude
13. Adrian’s Words – Champion Song
14. Flight Of The Bumblebee
15. Kalashnekov Guns feat Guilty Simpson
16. Fight Confirmation feat Danny Brown and Schoolboy Q
17. Press Conference Prelude
18. Freakish Strength
19. Junkyard Fight Scene feat DRDC
20. Oleg’s Flight feat Fashawn
21. Moscow Mornings – Sunrise
22. Moscow Evenings – Sunset
23. The Kosmos Pt 1 – Liftoff feat Chuuwee
24. The Kosmos Pt 2 – Power Glove feat Boldy James
25. The Kosmos Pt 3 – In Orbit
26. The Kosmos Pt 4 – Moon Probe feat Big Twinz
27. The Kosmos Pt 5 – 1st Contact – The Chase
28. The Kosmos Pt 6 – Life On Another Planet feat Willie The Kid Master
29. The Kosmos Pt 7 – The Explanation feat Mr. Motherfucking Exquire
30. The Kosmos Pt 8 – Return To Earth Outro Master

aboveGround is proud to premiere the first official video from St. Louis beatsmith, J. Kennedy’s debut LP, California Dreaming.

The full record will drop on June 8, and will also premiere right here. Check out Kennedy’s Tumblr for behind-the-scenes beat videos and more.

Twitter: http://twitter.com/iamjkennedy
Facebook: http://facebook.com/iamjkennedy

5. Da Brat’s Tomboy-Inspired Movie Screening Outfit: Hit or Miss

Site: TheBoombox.com

Oh, my bad, you were surprised that Da Brat — who was just realized from a three-year prison sentence for cracking a club hostess over the head with a bottle of rum — doesn’t always dress lady-like? I thought you had a bit of common sense. My bad.

4. T.I. Does Not Understand Why Some Are “So Against” Gay Marriage

Site: HipHopDX.com

I get it. You guys really needed a reason to mention T.I. That’s the only explanation I can think for a headline that’s clearly based on the epitome of not news. “To be absolutely honest with you, I don’t care.” You wrote it in the damn article yourself. The dude just doesn’t care about it. Why did you make it into a headline?

3. Eminem Warned 50 Cent Not To Die From A Hamburger

Site: HipHopDX.com

What? It really is just about name dropping at this point, isn’t it?

2. Seven Things XXL Wants to See from Kanye on Keeping Up With The Kardashians

Site: XXLMag.com

This, ladies and gentlemen, is what a face-palm looks like. Y’all are coming up with projections about things you want to see Kanye do on a reality TV show about an entirely-irrelevant chick that’s only famous for her promiscuity and big ass? Word, all right. Do your thing.

1. Hip-Hop Rumors: J.Cole Says Too Many Rappers “Fighting For Attention” On Twitter

Site: AllHipHop.com

Pssst… Hey, uh, AllHipHop.com…. I don’t think that word — “rumor” — means what you think it means. Generally, when people say things specifically, in a video interview, aloud — it’s not really just a “rumor” any more. Oh, and by the way: No duh.