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Best of the Decade
December 13, 2009
Aesop Rock's Bazooka Tooth has been nominated for album of the decade by URB!!'None Shall Pass' is up for song of the decade as well AND we are very honored to announce that Def Jux is up for label of the decade.   Do head over to URB's Best Of The Decade poll and vote for your old friends:   "VOTE FOR THIS GUY"~         AND THESE GUYS:       (read more)
Shows Tonight and Tomorrow: Del, Cage, And Aesop Rock
December 3, 2009
First off, Austin!! Bad news and good news. From the venue: Aesop's show in Austin tomorrow was scheduled at Mohawk, an outdoor venue. Oddly enough, there is snow storm scheduled to hit Austin TX tomorrow night. We are postponing the show to early next year- date TBA. Will update you when more info is available. Cage is in the Bay Area at The Regency TONIGHT. Tomorrow he hits House of Blues in Hollywood… (read more)
Slug, Murs & Aesop Rock save Thanksgiving for Bobby, Susan, Dick and mother.
November 25, 2009
Something to be thankful for..... Do the right thing for Rosie. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3_x-x1GTmQ (read more)
FELT 3 = OUT TODAY
November 17, 2009
Felt, the notorious collaboration between MCs Slug and Murs with producer Aesop Rock drop the third installment of their tributes to B-list actresses on Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez today on Rhymesayers Entertainment.  Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez is available at Best Buy, these Target locations as well as your favorite independent and chain music stores and online at Fifth Element, iTunes… (read more)
Final Felt Video, Featuring Aesop Rock, DJ Big Wiz, and Skateboard.
November 12, 2009
Behind the scenes production footage of Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez with Aesop Rock and DJ Big Wiz who provided the scratches for the album. Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez drops next Tuesday (11.17.009) and will be available where most fine hip hop music is sold so hit the streets and cop it at your favorite independent or chain record store! Pre-Order online now from: Fifth Element | iTunes… (read more)
Final Felt Video, Featuring Aesop Rock, DJ Big Wiz, and Skateboard.
November 12, 2009
Behind the scenes production footage of Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez with Aesop Rock and DJ Big Wiz who provided the scratches for the album. Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez drops next Tuesday (11.17.009) and will be available where most fine hip hop music is sold so hit the streets and cop it at your favorite independent or chain record store! Pre-Order online now from: Fifth Element | iTunes… (read more)
Sufjan Rock
November 3, 2009
Thanks to our favorite people over at The AV Club, and Tor in Montreal, we wanted to send over this cut off the new mash-up that features some familiar voices and artfully showcases Stevens' classic record 'Illinois'. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKXp17Udsjk& (read more)
Ray Shemersy Tonight: Felt Interview, Part 3
November 2, 2009
Here is Part 3 of the Ray Shemersy Tonight interview with Felt. (read more)
Part 2 Of Ray Shemersy Tonight
October 26, 2009
For those of you who missed it, this is Part 2 of the Ray Shemersy Tonight interview with Felt. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6N9lIVuq3k Pre-Order "Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez" from Fifth Element and receive a FREE digital download of the exclusive "Protagonists" (Full Clip Remix), featuring Blueprint [Rhymesayers], Scarub [Legends] and Cage [Def Jux] (read more)
Ray Shemersy Tonight: Felt Interview, Part 1
October 21, 2009
For those of you who missed it, this is Part 1 of the Ray Shemersy Tonight exclusive Felt interview. As always Fifth Element is offering a pre-order for the release of Felt 3. The good folks at Rhymesayers Entertainment have launched two Felt shirts and one hoodie with this pre order. Fifth Element Online is offering 15% off any NEW Felt item when combined with another. Simply add the Felt 3 album… (read more)
These Jerks Think They Know It All
September 25, 2009
Rhymesayers and Felt would like to present to you an opportunity to act as press for their upcoming release of Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez.  Here’s how it will work:E-mail: felt@rhymesayers.com  Subject Line: [your full name] PRESS CONFERENCEBody:  Include your question, phone number (including area code), your email and where you’re from.Submit a question to Slug,… (read more)
Hail Mary Mallon (Aesop Rock And Rob Sonic) Release D-Up Video!!
September 2, 2009
Directed by Alexander Tarrant and Justin Metroshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKXyAZWM3gw (read more)
Definitive Jux Presents IV - Preorders
August 31, 2009
Thank you to all of the fans who preordered Definitive Jux Presents IV.  By now you should have received your download codes to the compilation, instrumentals, El-P's Weareallgoingtoburninhellmegamixx2, and Alaska's new project The Crack Epidemic. Please not that each order receives a custom shirt and is made as you place the order.  The majority of the DJXP4 shirts are coming in this week… (read more)
Next Week!! September 1st, Def Jux Presents 4! Get Your Preorders Today!!
August 28, 2009
Preorder your very own copy of Definitive Jux Presents 4, a label compilation with contributions from Hail Mary Malon (Aesop Rock and Rob Sonic), Camu Tao (RIP), Cage, El-p, Mr. Lif, Despot, Chin Chin, and Yak Ballz. In addition to getting new music from all of your favorite artists, with purchase of DJX Presents 4 you can get a free download of El-p's Megamixx and the new EP from Hangar 18's Alaska!!… (read more)
Felt 3 Art Work
August 28, 2009
B-List actresses be warned and flattered because FELT is back! Slug (Atmosphere) and Murs (Living Legends) reunite for their third release from moniker FELT. These MCs teamed up with The Grouch (Living Legends) in 2002 to release FELT’s debut album A Tribute to Christina Ricci. Collaborating with producer Ant (Atmosphere) in 2005 resulted in their second coming A Tribute to Lisa Bonet. With… (read more)
New Upgrades to the DJX Iphone Application!!!
August 21, 2009
We have activated our new and improved iPhone Application in conjunction with Mobile Roadie! This means that the application comes with polished features such as:   ·         Embeddable Widget ·         Twitter – ’Tweet’ songs from the app to Twitter account ·        … (read more)
Murs + Slug + Aesop Rock = Felt 3
August 18, 2009
You all already know what we are happy to announce today, Aesop Rock will be doing the production for the upcoming Slug and Murs collabo - Felt 3. Thats family for us over here at Jux and we're feeling the first leak track 'Protagonist' like only family can.   Check out what 2Dopeboyz has to say, cop the track, and place bets on the dedicatee whoever she may be.  (read more)
DJX Presents 4 Preorders !!!
August 10, 2009
Available Now!! Preorder your very own copy of Definitive Jux Presents 4, a label compilation with contributions from Hail Mary Malon (Aesop Rock and Rob Sonic), Camu Tao (RIP), Cage, El-p, Mr. Lif, Despot, Chin Chin, and Yak Ballz. In addition to getting new music from all of your favorite artists, with purchase of DJX Presents 4 you can get a free download of El-p's Megamixx and the new EP from… (read more)
DJX Presents 4 Preorders !!!
August 10, 2009
Available Now!! Preorder your very own copy of Definitive Jux Presents 4, a label compilation with contributions from Hail Mary Malon (Aesop Rock and Rob Sonic), Camu Tao (RIP), Cage, El-p, Mr. Lif, Despot, Chin Chin, and Yak Ballz. In addition to getting new music from all of your favorite artists, with purchase of DJX Presents 4 you can get a free download of El-p's Megamixx and the new EP from… (read more)
Aesop at Red Rocks
July 31, 2009
Atmosphere will be playing at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, CO next week!  They will be playing with good friends Aesop Rock, Murs, Eyedea & Abilities and Attracted To Gods.  Tickets are currently available through Ticketmaster so grab yours now!+ 08.14.2009 +  When God Gives You Ugly TourVenue: Red Rocks AmphitheaterAddress: 18300 West Alameda ParkwayCity: MorrisonState: COPhone:… (read more)
The Weathermen Release 'Reports Of A Possible Kidnapping'
July 23, 2009
The Weathermen, consisting of Cage, El-p, Aesop Rock, Breezely Brewin (Jugganots),  Camu Tao (RIP), Tame One and Yak Ballz, release their first official single since 2003 as the second leak off the upcoming Def Jux Presents 4 from seminal underground hip hop label Def Jux. The group is a merging of artists who continue to push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable in hip hop in both… (read more)
The Weathermen Release 'Reports Of A Possible Kidnapping'
July 23, 2009
The Weathermen, consisting of Cage, El-p, Aesop Rock, Breezely Brewin (Jugganots),  Camu Tao (RIP), Tame One and Yak Ballz, release their first official single since 2003 as the second leak off the upcoming Def Jux Presents 4 from seminal underground hip hop label Def Jux. The group is a merging of artists who continue to push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable in hip hop in both the… (read more)
Def Jux Free Amazon Sampler!! Get It While its Free
July 2, 2009
Click Here, Cause its free!! (read more)
Def Jux Free Amazon Sampler!! Get It While its Free
July 2, 2009
Click Here, Cause its free!!     (read more)
The Daily Jux For Wednesday July 1st
July 1, 2009
Have you gotten yours? He got his, From here in fact....   Also, be sure to cop tickets for the Chin Chin West coast stint coming up soon. Cage kicks it off tomorrow and the album comes out next week, tour info here, preorders here.    Some love for Cage, just in case you're lacking motivation:   Depart From Me is a bold step for Cage, considering 2005’s Hell’s Winter… (read more)
The Daily Jux For Wednesday July 1st
July 1, 2009
Have you gotten yours? He got his, From here in fact....   Also, be sure to cop tickets for the Chin Chin West coast stint coming up soon. Cage kicks it off tomorrow and the album comes out next week, tour info here, preorders here.    Some love for Cage, just in case you're lacking motivation:   Depart From Me is a bold step for Cage, considering 2005's Hell's Winter turned some… (read more)
Camu Tao Memorial T- Shirts Designs By Alex Pardee And Jeremy Fish
June 8, 2009
Designs by Alex Pardee and Jeremy Fish!! All proceeds go to Camu's family and fiance. Look good and feel good.    Check it out!   (read more)
Camu Tao Memorial T-Shirts On Sale Now!!
June 8, 2009
Designs by Alex Pardee and Jeremy Fish!! All proceeds go to Camu's family and fiance. Look good and feel good.    Check it out!   (read more)
Happy Birthday Aesop!!!
June 5, 2009
In Aesop We Trust!! Much love and many happy returns from your biggest fans.                       (read more)
a fish and a rock go to a pardee
May 28, 2009
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Remembering Camu
May 26, 2009
Yesterday, May 25th, marked the anniversary of the passing of our dear friend, musical genius, colleague, partner in crime, brother, and confidant Tero Smith (Camu Tao). We here at Def Jux would like to dedicate today's web content to him, posting testimonials from his friends and asking you keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers.   Cop the Camu mixtape (courtesy of Twodopeboyz)… (read more)
Aesop Rock Remembers - 'Couch Boys'
May 26, 2009
one night me and camu made a whole album on garage band called "couch boys". we made all the tracks on the spot (sitting on a couch) and freestyled everything, making the rule "you must keep your first take" which made the outcome even more horrifying. essentially just a night of uber-nonsense from some pals. i uploaded the track "couch boys" from this session. the quality is poor, but it is what… (read more)
The Daily Jux For Monday May 11th
May 11, 2009
Hello Jukies!   And so another week begins, we start it off with a Mr. Lif 'I Heard It...' review from Abort Magazine, and its one for the vault...    With notes from Lif on the origins and intentions of each tracks, and the full lyrics printed inside, this album is clearly a transmission of valuable information through soulful music that deserves to be heard over and over. As always,… (read more)
Daily Jux For April 17th
April 17, 2009
TGIF!!   Just some quick reminders, check out the Lif Shows this weekend and cop the new record. Be sure to stop by the Amoeba in store DJ set by none other than Aesop Rock himself (SFweekly has the scoop) he'll be spinning on the Haight at 5 PM.   Also just in, Yak Ballz has been added to this year's Bamboozle line up. Click here to get tickets and see who else is on this year's bill!  … (read more)
The Daily Jux For Friday April 17th
April 17, 2009
TGIF!!   Just some quick reminders, check out the Lif Shows this weekend and cop the new record. Be sure to stop by the Amoeba in store DJ set by none other than Aesop Rock himself (SFweekly has the scoop) he'll be spinning on the Haight at 5 PM.   Also just in, Yak Ballz has been added to this year's Bamboozle line up. Click here to get tickets and see who else is on this year's bill!  … (read more)
Illogic - Diabolical Fun Remix (Featuring Aesop Rock, Slug, & Zerostar)
April 15, 2009
Two Dope Boys has the scoop.. or hear it from Aesop himself... (read more)