Junclassic: The Hope Business (Stream)

As the cold winds start to blow, Junclassic delivers some much needed heat, as he unites with Reckonize Real for The Hope Business. According to Jun, the album is the culmination of a concept that has been simmering in his mind for two decades, ever since Only in America – the Don King biopic – created a spark of inspiration. It’s a look at the idea of hope as both a force for good and for evil, depending on who is offering it and to whom. Something that is very relevant in today’s populist political climate. You can hear the album in full below, then head over to Bandcamp to cop a physical/download.

Reckonize Real ft. Rasheed Chappell: Epic Tales

Another dope cut from Reckonize Real’s recent release, as he drops the video for Epic Tales. For this joint the Queens producer hooks up with Rasheed Chappell, resulting in another of the project’s highlights. Bridges & Tunnels is out now on the Real Deff Music Group.

Reckonize Real: Bridges & Tunnels (Stream)

Having already whet our appetites with a couple of excellent singles, Reckonize Real has now released his Bridges & Tunnels project in full. For the new project, the Queens producer has amassed a solid list of guest stars, including previous collaborator Guilty Simpson, as well as the likes of Blu, Junclassic, Vic Monroe and Nowaah The Flood. The result is another accomplished album that maintains Reckonize Real’s position in my list of producers you should pay attention to. Bridges & Tunnels is available to stream in full below, while downloads and physicals can be found on Bandcamp.

Reckonize Real ft. Jamal Gasol: No Business Like Dope Business

Reckonize Real keeps building the anticipation for his new album, as he releases the third single. No Business Like Dope Business features Niagra MC, Jamal Gasol and is lifted from Bridges & Tunnels, which is due for release on 19 July.

Reckonize Real x Blu: Gold Coast

Queens producer Reckonize Real readies us for his producer album with a new animated video featuring the ever-prolific LA MC, Blu. Bridges & Tunnels looks set to be another success for Reckonize, following on from last year’s Carved From Stone album, which he released with Guilty Simpson. The Detroit legend also turns up on this new project, alongside cats like Junclassic, Mayhem (EMS) and Nowaah The Flood. Pre-orders for the album are available now via Real Deff Music Group, with the release date set for 19 July.

Reckonize Real & Guilty Simpson: Carved From Stone (Stream)

Happy to see the full release of the latest Guilty Simpson project, as the Detroit legend joins forces with Queens-based producer, Reckonize Real. The EP manages to pack a lot of dope into its five full-length tracks, including features from Georgia Anne Muldrow, M-Dot, Mayhem, Chuuwee and Deff Cutz. Guilty is on fine form, as to be expected and he’s found a good ally in Reckonize Real’s production. Carved From Stone can be streamed below and downloads/physicals are available via Real Deff Music Group.

Guilty Simpson ft. Georgia Anne Muldrow: Got Your Back

Great new joint from the forthcoming Guilty Simpson LP, Carved From Stone. The Detroit veteran has teamed up with Reckonize Real for the album’s production and this first single, Got Your Back, features LA experimental musician and vocalist, Georgia Anne Muldrow. The album is set for release on 26 October via Fat Beats/Real Deff Music Group.