Frankly, I liked Strong Arm Steady better when Xzibit was still part of the equation. That said, they’ve demonstrated some remarkable skill and a sense of dedication, so I’m not ready to write them off just yet. I can’t help but think that they’ll probably end up like most rap groups in recent years: in the breakup bin.

Strong Arm Steady – “Can’t Let It Go”
Produced By: DJ Khalil

New single from Strong Arm Steady’s Blacksmith Music debut, Arms & Hammers.

[Danke, Tunji Balogun]

Krondon (of Strong Arm Steady) sheds light on some rumors regarding SAS co-founder Xzibit. It’s not a diss song, it’s just a real song. That “Gossip” beat never gets boring.

[Thanks, Ben]

In preparation for their debut album, Deep Hearted, Cali crew Strong Arm Steady (Phil the Agony, Mitchy Slick and Krondon) has unleashed a fresh new mixtape for your enjoyment.

from the Press Release:

Their debut album, Deep Hearted (featuring Xzibit, Chamillionaire, Juvenile, Black Thought of The Roots, Talib Kweli, Dilated Peoples, Ras Kass and more) is the culmination of years of hard work. Their never ending grind and consistent track record of creating great music shows why Strong Arm Steady is a force to be reckoned with.

As fans eagerly await the release of Deep Hearted (IN STORES AUG. 28th, 2007, ON NATURE SOUNDS), DJs Truly OdD and Babu prepared a 30 minute taste of what to expect from the trio. This soon to be classic mix contains a variety of never-heard-before joints and exclusives from their debut offering. The late great J Dilla, DJ Babu, and DJ Khalil, among others, handle production on this mix with features from Planet Asia, Dilated Peoples, Chace Infinite, Talib Kweli, and more.

Download: Strong Arm Steady – Deep Hearted