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M.O.P. & Ruste Juxx Join Rhyme Assassin On “Run Em Up (Told Ya)”

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Zimbabwe-born, London-based emcee Rhyme Assassin delivers a straight-up banger and connects with bully-rap royalty on his new single, “Run Em Up (Told Ya),” featuring none other than M.O.P. and Ruste Juxx.

The track also boasts production from underground rap luminary The Arcitype, whose menacing beat inspired Rhyme Assassin to reach out to his collaborators on here. “I could only hear M.O.P. on the instrumental,” he says, adding that it didn’t matter how many times he listened to it, because he could only hear the Brownsville bullies on the beat. Then, when he needed a third verse to close it out, he linked with Ruste, who “complemented M.O.P.’s energy and vibes,” Rhyme Assassin says.

“Run Em Up” is an absolute bruiser of a track, with everyone involved nailing the concept of running up on competition. It’s also the second single from Rhyme Assassin’s upcoming debut album, Dedicated to Self, that also features the likes of Ras Kass, Masta Ace, Stic Man (dead prez), Saigon, and Keith Murray. On the boards, you’ll hear beats from Buckwild, Tru Master, and DJ King Flow, among others. And for those just getting familiar with Rhyme Assassin, be sure to check out his previously released mixtapes and compilations, like 2021’s Side Barz.

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Hip Hop’s 50th Tribute: Brooklyn’s Own M.O.P.

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You can’t mention the greatest rap duos of all time and not mention the legendary M.O.P.—also known as Mash Out Posse. The Brooklyn MC’s changed the game when they stepped on the scene with their rough, rugged flow. Back when artists’ honed their own style, M.O.P’s interpretation of their upbringing and lifestyle through music coincided with who they really were.
The Brownsville duo debuted in 1993 with the single “How About Some Hardcore?”. Always ahead of the curve, Billy Danze and Lil Fame have always foreseen talent. The success of their single and gritty video from then-unknown director Hype Williams was the beginning of a montage of relentless hits.

Boasting a strong discography and a loyal fanbase, their reach has gone around the world. With their signature adlibs and distinct voices both men and women were rocking M.O.P. The song “Ante Up”, released on their Warriorz album in 2000 was an instant hit off the album but the addition of a remix with an unknown Remy Ma, Teflon and Busta Rhymes would push the song into a cult mosh pit classic. Touring the world and livening up many rap shows, M.O.P. has and always will be the cherry on top in hip hop.

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Fame & Billy Danze

Only working with the best in the business, they have collaborated with DJ Premier and  DR Period. Fame also produces under the name Fizzy Womack and has produced many tracks on all M.O.P. releases.They were on major labels such as Loud, Roc-A-Fella Records, G-Unit working with the who’s who in the industry. Still able to stay true to themselves, the duo alongside their longtime manager Laze continues to tour while releasing solo projects. Fame is still on the beats while Billy Danze ushers in new artists and producers while preparing to drop his new solo album.
If you are able to catch their live show—don’t miss it. Your favorite rapper’s favorite rappers—M.O.P. has graced us with their authentic style, presence and bars and for that we salute the Mash Out Posse.

These were a few of my favorite M.O.P. tracks, what are some of yours?

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Today In Hip Hop History: M.O.P. Dropped Their Debut Album ‘To the Death’ 28 Years Ago

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April 5 is an interesting day in Hip-Hop music. Rarely is a rap record released on this day — we did the research, but feel free to prove us wrong! There was one influential LP that jumpstarted the careers of two Brownsville natives and completely shook the game up in 1994. Yes, we’re talking about the Mash Out Posse, who you may know better as M.O.P.. and today we show them love as their debut album To The Death turns 28.

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Released on April 5, 1994, To The Death was yet another milestone in the domination that New York had on the rap game, with Lil’ Fame and Billy Danze both representing Brooklyn with the ruggedness and street appeal that shaped the attitude, look and overall sound of Hip-Hop at this time. The album itself was a precursor for rappers like Nas (Illmatic), Outkast (Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik), Da Brat (Funkdafied) and The Notorious B.I.G. (Ready to Die) amongst others that also debuted in 1994, with M.O.P. coming out swinging with three singles and a modest peak at #68 on the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.

The album was produced entirely by legendary East Coast rap producer and fellow Brownsville native DR Period, aside from the closing track “Guns N Roses” which was handled by Silver D and executive producer creds going to silent M.O.P. member Laze E Laze. The musical themes highlight the climate of life in hoods throughout America in the ’90s — gang violence, “fake ass gangstas,” staying fresh and just surviving the “rugged neva smoove” streets of New York City.

Of all the singles released off this shining debut, the highlight would of course be the anthem cut “How About Some Hardcore.” It was the most successful performance on the charts and amongst the hardest of Hip-Hop fans, peaking in the Top 40 on the US Hot Rap Songs chart at #36. For those that liked it raw, M.O.P. provided that effortlessly on this record with impressive lyricism, dope production and a tenacity to make it big that we’d see the duo accomplish even greater on the DJ Premier-produced follow up album and the 2001 smash hit “Ante Up (Remix).” And to think: all of this originated from a chance standout appearance on the soundtrack to House Party 3!

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