![‘Temptation’ – PremRock ft. Billy Woods & Jeanette Berry [Prod. Zilla Rocca]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Marks-Years-Banner.jpg)
The second single off PremRock’s critically acclaimed Tom Waits inspired LP “Mark’s Wild Years,” “Temptation” finds Prem and BackWoodz general billy woods weaving tales of ill-repute while soul singer Jeanette Berry lays down the smokey vocals over the Noir-hop connoisseur Zilla Rocca’s backdrop. Previous: ‘Mark’s Wild Years’ – PremRock
![‘The Good Life’ – Corina Corina [Prod. Steel Tipped Dove]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Corina-Banner.jpg)
Disillusioned by her friends becoming engaged and buying homes, Corina Corina was inspired to pen a song about the liberation she finds from being free of such conventional ties. Corina sings her heart out over a soulful electronic track produced by Brooklyn’s own Steel Tipped Dove, known for his highly buzzed about work with Kool [...]
Rochester/Buffalo’s Hoogs just released his latest preview of what’s to come on 535 Recordings. I needed my D&B fix today. Enjoy. This cat is always dope. Previous: ‘Data Transfer’ – Hoogs
![‘Short Stories’ – D-Rock [EP]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/D-Rock-Banner.jpg)
Produced entirely during the month of November, D-Rock (Rochester, NY / Open Jar) presents his latest project, ‘Short Stories’. MCs, beat junkies and instrumental fans alike should definitely check this cat out. He’s made himself a prominent member of the Western, NY hip-hop scene with his hard hitting joints he’s produced for Sene, Swerve, the [...]
![‘Richardsun’ – Homeboy Sandman [Prod. Rthentic RTNC]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Homeboy-Sandman-Banner.jpg)
What’s the occasion?! A new joint from Homeboy Sandman? I’ll take it! Courtesy of the good folks at Stones Throw. Previous: ‘Illuminati’ – Homeboy Sandman (Music Video)
![‘Vintage Polo (Get Fresh Everyday)’ – Ellis [Prod. Sir Henry J Stuart]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Ellis-Banner.jpg)
As 2012 comes to a close, Baltimore artist, ELLIS, will be bringing in the new year with a slew of releases. These new releases will prepare his fans for the premiere of “Education of ELLIS,” stylized on social media outlets as #EOE. Expanding his talents outside of Hip Hop, ELLIS will premiere a short film, [...]
![‘The Road’ – CF [LP]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/The-Road-Banner.jpg)
The name of this CF project is “The Road”. The premise behind the title is to display the evolution as an artist and experiences CF has undergone moving forward with his life’s journey. Coming from the explosive “Storm Mode” this project has a more gritty feel; reflecting the harsh realities of life and its disappointments. [...]
Download: ‘The Road’ – CF [LP]
![‘My Arrival’ – M-R-Dot [EP]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/M-R-Dot-Banner.jpg)
DJ Chris G (SFTU 2.0 / Rochester, NY) turned us onto this young cat, also out of Rochester, NY, M-R-Dot. We’re listening right now, check it out for yourself and leave some comments. Download Mixtape | Free Mixtapes Powered by DatPiff.com
![‘Lady Problems’ – Jo3wii Piff [Instro]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Piff-Banner.jpg)
Jo3wii Piff with a new beat with some of his favorite drums. Loopy, dirty, drums. Previous: ‘Datwonk 404′d’ – Jo3wii Piff
![‘The Brooklyn Good Guy’ – Fresh Daily [LP]](http://www.actlivemusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Brooklyn-Good-Guy-Banner.jpg)
I ended up posting this month’s later than it’s release, but it’s so damn good it doesn’t matter. In case you missed it upon it’s release, here’s your chance to catch up. “Fresh Daily – The Brooklyn Good Guy is an album of expansion and sound growth. Sponsored by Converse and promoted by the Complex [...]
