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Donny Goines shot this video for Just Blaze’s PS3 Contest. It’s a grand tour of his crib. Just, are you listening? The man deserves a collabo.

I can definitely relate to the PS2 issue. I bought mine in 2005, shortly after I got a bonus check at my old job. The stuff is so old and noisy I’m always having to turn up the music whenever I’m playing 2K8. I’m seriously thinking about upgrading my console swag this year.

Which do you recommend — Xbox360 or PS3?

Donny Goines – Held It Down (prod. by Quincy Tones)
Donny Goines – The Light (prod. by Danger Beats)

Yesterday, a friend told me that one of the reasons he digs Donny is because he always hears dude’s passion in his music. Let me also add that the DG is a beast at self-promotion.

Donny Goines has plenty of potential as an artist. His mic presence is original and his delivery is fresh. He also has a sense of dedication that is lacking right now. If this was an ideal world, this dude would be a household name in hip-hop.

If you liked The Excerpt, you’ll like Off the Books.

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Just what I’m feeling at the time, Ladies and Gents.

If “Sunset” is any indication, Ja may be saving his best cuts for November. Is it just me or is Little Brother + Lil Wayne (”Breakin’ My Heart”) the surprise collaboration of the year? They really need to shoot a video for that one. Oh, if you’re still not up on the amazing talent that is Donny Goines, it’s not too late to get familiar. Start with The Excerpt.

Enough talk, let’s get to the program. Start your weekend right with these bangers:

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The Veteran and The Rookie: Bun B with Donny Goines

Donny Goines – Inspiration 2007 [Download]

This blog game can get tricky at times. If you’re a blogger and you’ve ever found yourself at a crossroad between giving the people what they want vs. what they need, then you know exactly what I’m talking about. In the spirit of keeping it balanced The Rap Up style-A, here’s a ridiculously enjoyable track from a ridiculously underappreciated MC.

If you like what you hear, head over to MySpace and pre-order Donny’s new CD, The Excerpt Pg. 1, narrated by Bishop Lamont. Tracklist below: Read the rest of this entry »