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Welcome to Urbana Poppin' Champaign, the premier music blog that focuses on introducing new music to the masses in hopes of creating a better bond between deserving artists and fans.
Top 25 Projects of 2011
Now that we've brought in the New Year, its time to look back the big year music had in 2011. Here are the top 25 releases of 2011 as compiled by the UPC team.
Dipak's Hip Hop Essentials
The goal of this segment is to introduce UPC nation to songs that I feel every Hip Hopper should know. The emphasis of this post will be work from the 90’s but it will also include songs from other eras.
10 Canadian Rappers You Should Know
For many years the Canadian hip-hop scene was unable to catch a break like their Southern cousins. However, ever since Drake's signing with YM/CM, there has been new light shed on the hidden talent that is prominent throughout Canadian hip-hop. Hit the link to see who's next.
5 Female White Rappers You Should Know
Considering one of our biggest posts is the 10 White Rappers You Should Know, we decided to bring it back with a new twist. This time we're going to feature 5 upcoming female white rappers you guys should check out.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Curren$y - Livin (Video)
Latest Spitta visuals from his Here project. I'm feelin' the Adidas touch.
Slaughterhouse - Hammerdance (Prod. by araabMUZIK)
Monday, February 27, 2012
SonReal - Celebrate (Remix)
Boldy James - Consignment (Mixtape)

Jonathan Lee - Boss vs Boss (Rick Ross vs Bruce Springsteen)
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Waka Flocka Flame - Round of Applause (Remix) ft. Drake (Video)
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Hodgy Beats - Untitled EP
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Wiz Khalifa - Mary x3 (Prod. by Cardo)

The Taylor Gang is putting in work lately. Taylor Allerdice is on it's way and here's what looks like another leak from it. Cardo supposedly made the beat while he was driving (how does one accomplish that?) and in turn it is perfect riding music. Enjoy.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
J. Cole - Grew Up Fast

I've been wondering when Cole was going to drop something. In honor of reaching 2 million followers on Twitter, he hits us with this soulful track. More of what we've come to expect from him: laid back track, and on point, real life lyrics. "Ya'll got way too electro, damn near techno, halfway homo, way too metro, Henessy XO, cold flow special, style like Tribe Called Quest meets Death Row..."
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
French Montana - Shot Caller (Remix) ft. Diddy & Rick Ross (Video)
Despite the fact that I haven't been paying attention to Diddy and his latest push, Frenchie, there's no denying that this track has grown on me after only a couple plays. The video is one of the better ones I've seen so far this year as well. Well played Puff.




