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KeepItClassic.com presents,"UNDERGROUND HIP-HOP COMPILATION VOLUME 12"

Fashion and music have always gone hand in hand, and Hip-Hop has one of the strongest correlations with clothing.  Record moguls and artists have their own clothing lines.  And with the entrepreneurism that Hip-Hop encourages, more people are stepping forward with their own lines.  It is more prevalent today then it was 15 years ago, but the connection still exists.

Keeping that conection alive today, KeepItClassic.com returns with their latest underground Hip-Hop compilation - Volume 12, to be exact. 

This installment comes with the range of underground acts on the come up, from Blown Celeb and Solomon Wise (who also host the mixtape) to folks like Swiss Precise and Diatribe. 

The songs range from the uplifting and motivational, like “Rise” by Arash; to the introspective storytelling, like “E-Tru Hustling Story” by Cynic and “Dayzandnitez” by Solomon Wise feat. Raine; to the classic wreck rhyme/wordplay flexing, like “Lights Out” by Swiss Precise feat. Edo-G.  Speaking of Edo-G, there are a couple emcees that showcase their skills next to these underground acts. Devin the Dude and Dres of Black Sheep also make an appearance on the compilation.  

This is a mixtape that will surely appeal to all underground heads who appreciate content in their music.  Keepitclassic comes thru with a decent compilation for the masses.  And don’t forget to check out their website for the illest t-shirt designs and fashion.  With every purchase, you get this compilation for free!!! 

Check them out at www.keepitclassic.com

You can hit me up with your latest mixtape news and/or events at: nastynes1@aol.com or at: nastynes1@tmail.com...

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