Originally scheduled for an October 12th release, Nottz and his label Raw Koncept Media Group have announced a new release date for the album, October 26th. While his fans eagerly await You Need This Music, the Grammy winning producer/rapper is releasing a new single to appease fans’ appetite over the extended wait. For the latest single, “Blast That,” Nottz enlists the help of fellow acclaimed producer/rapper Black Milk, whose own project Album Of The Year is garnering a swell of buzz itself.

“Turn up this real hip-hop and turn that wackness down,” says Nottz on the message behind his latest single, a track with Brash guitar licks laced over top the beat’s heavy, trunk rattling drums. Collaborating with the aforementioned Black Milk proved to be a wise choice, as the track’s staccato feel matches perfectly with Black’s unique flow, while showcasing both as artists just as dangerous behind the mic as behind the boards. “I felt like Black Milk was the right person for the job for a real ‘bring the boom bap back’ type record. Something for the new generation to hear,” remarks Nottz. Given the chemistry between the two – it took Black Milk only a day to write and record his verse for the song – it sounds like the two may be onto something.

Check out the latest single from Nottz ‘Blast That” Featuring Black Milk
“Blast That.”

Black Milk has another teaser from his Album Of The Year dropping next week. It’s called “Closed Chapter.”

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Black Milk’s video has stunning images of Detroit and Royce and Elzhi are sounding very good on the track. Album of The Year has a good punch with this one.

Black Milk, Detroit’s latest heir to a long musical legacy, has partnered with indie hip-hop purveyors Fat Beats and New York creative agency/record label Decon to release Album Of The Year. Expounding on his sample-based approach, the title serves as a double entendre; Album of The Year is his greatest professional achievement and is the immediate product of his experiences during the last 12 months. Taking into consideration the loss of several loved ones, it is easy to assume his music would reflect a certain emotional state. Though he addresses these personal difficulties, Milk interprets them as an opportunity to reflect on life’s virtues; Album Of The Year is celebratory and vibrant.

Black Milk’s last effort, 2008’s Tronic, was amongst the most celebrated of the late aughts, and he has only refined his approach since. The sonic nuances of Milk’s previous, sample-heavy albums are still in tact but Album Of The Year doesn’t stop there. Black Milk has employed bassist Tim Shellaberger, the versatile horn player and string arranger Sam Beaubien and drummer Daru Jones to help flesh out an album that is simultaneously classic and forward thinking.

Not satisfied with simply providing auditory landscapes for others, Milk laces each and every track with his own introspective lyrics. The only guest verses come from fellow Detroit heavy hitters Royce Da 5′ 9″, Danny Brown, and Elzhi of Slum Village. Vocalists such as Mr. Porter, AB, Melanie Rutherford, and Monica Blaire contribute harmoniously,but the spotlight is firmly affixed on Black Milk. Album Of The Year is his opus and we’re fortunate to watch a master at work.

PRESS ON BLACK MILK

“He combines clubby textures and warm EQing in a way that begs for headphone listening even at its hardest knock.” – PITCHFORK

“Album of The Year promises to push the envelope” – SPINNER

“How dare you not like anything about this record. Black Milk’s Album Of The Year drops September 14th. Bold title.” – RAP RADAR

DOWNLOAD ‘WELCOME (GOTTA GO)’
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ALBUM OF THE YEAR TRACKLISTING

1. 365
2. Welcome (Gotta Go)
3. Keep Going
4. Oh Girl feat. AB
5. Deadly Medley feat. Royce Da 5′ 9″ and Elzhi
6. Distortion feat. Melanie Rutherford
7. Over Again feat. Monica Blaire
8. Black and Brown feat. Danny Brown
9. Round of Applause
10. Warning (Keep Bouncing)
11. Gospel Psychedelic Rock
12. Closed Chapter feat. Mr. Porter