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Out today through New Dawn Records, the special single edition cut of “Don’t Need Gimmicks” by New York State rapper and producer duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble, the original having appeared on their album ‘Beautiful Foundations’ released on May 15th.

Fresh from premiering a new filmed documentary about their three decades working together, marked by the celebratory nature of the album itself, the pair lace us with this gritty gem.   For the latest soundclash of bangin’ grimy beats and turntablism, Frost lets Pa Pa Fresh loose on the cuts, while Chop loads the verbal chambers alongside Brooklyn’s The Bad Seed.

In with both barrels, an onslaught of punchline bars and precision flows land heavily on their targets with no quarter given. With the swagger of seasoned vets in full effect, an uncompromising display of robust rhymes hit hard in a barrage of blows. Smoke cleared and cartridges spent, they leave the scene with all the bragging rights.

Certified heat, the real deal available now on APPLE MUSIC, TIDAL and below on BANDCAMP & SPOTIFY.

OFFICIAL VISUALS ON YOUTUBE

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New video released today, “Enough” appears on the alnum ‘Beautiful Foundations’ by New York State rapper & producer duo Tone Chop and Frost Gamble, released through New Dawn Records on May 15th.

Featuring fellow Binghamton native Doc Holiday, it’s a sobering account of an all too familiar issue experienced in most towns and cities. The lyricism is on point as Chop reflects on the devastating effects Class A addiction has had on his community, and particularly as a father himself, the young lives left in ruins.

The rage against heroin, meth and those who peddle for profit is a measured retaliation against the destruction caused by the few, yet felt by the many. Impeccable social commentary from the veteran wordsmith, the video also ends with a helpline to call for anyone affected by the issues addressed.

Watch it now on Youtube

Also featuring Grea8gawd, The Bad Seed, DJ Eclipse, PF Cuttin, Decon Blu and Pa Pa Fresh, the album is available on Bandcamp and Spotify, plus there is an official playlist on Youtube which includes visuals for the singles released ahead of the album.

A landmark release for the pair marking their working together for over three decades, they continue the celebrations this coming Saturday May 30th with their special album launch event.

It takes place at The Stellar Human vintage clothing store situated at 159 Washington Street, Binghamton. Beginning at 6pm, entry is free and will include an album listening session, artist discussion on making the album with q&a, and a screening of their autobiographical documentary which was first premiered on Youtube last week.

All are invited to drop by in what will be a relaxed and informal environment to join in with the celebrations. Chill vibes, good company and dope music. Enjoy !

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New Dawn Records have announced today the release of the new album “Beautiful Foundations” by New York State rapper and producer duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble.

A celebration of the pair’s working relationship and friendship spanning over 30 years, it reflects on the earliest days together in their home city of Binghamton, interrupted only for a time by Frost’s relocation to Canada, before reuniting in 2014 to become one of the most prolific partnerships in hip hop over recent years.

Dedicated to, and active in, the traditional elements of the culture from the very beginning, their music draws from the Golden Era of boom bap, turntablism and lyricism while incorporating contemporary progression.  The result being an eclectic and highly impressive offering which remains fundamentally true to its roots, delivered in a showcase of skilled wordplay, gritty rhymes and polished production.

The guest featured artists are those with whom they’ve built as part of their journey including DJ Eclipse, Grea8gawd, Pf Cuttin, The Bad Seed, Decon Blu, Pa Pa Fresh, DJ J Smooth, Fresh I.E. and more.

Distributed worldwide by Xelon Entertainment, the album is available to download and stream at all major digital platforms and stores including APPLE, TIDAL and below on BANDCAMP & SPOTIFY

The album has also been published in full on the label’s Youtube channel, including official visuals at the following playlist.

On Wednesday May 20th a filmed documentary about the artists’ entire career together will be premiered on Youtube, a full account of their earliest days and the journey they subsequently went on culminating in the release of this album. A fascinating insight that will be sure to resonate with independent artists of any genre.

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Just ahead of the release of their new album ‘Beautiful Foundations’ on May 15th, Upstate NY rapper and producer duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble deliver the fourth single “Gawdbrovas Connect”. 

A celebration of their own partnership stretching over three decades, the album includes those with whom they’ve built over the years by way of the specially invited guest featured artists, all of whom add to a showcase of the highest caliber rhyme skills, beats and turntablism.

The latest cut being a case in point where the pair are joined by fellow New York native Grea8gawd.  Frost’s grimy bass laden production fuels the intensity from the outset, kicks like tremors firing aftershocks through the grit.  Gauntlet laid down, Chop and Gawd step up to the plate with the full artillery, detonating bars straight from the cerebral chamber in a fierce exchange.  With targets demolished in a relentless volley of take downs, spent verbal cartridges litter the battle zone as the prize fighters leave with the spoils of war.  Straight heat for the street, out today through New Dawn Records.

Look out for a filmed documentary about Chop and Frost’s entire careers from the early beginnings to the present day premiering on Youtube shortly after the album release.

Available to stream and download on APPLE MUSIC, TIDAL MUSIC and below on Bandcamp & Spotify

Official visuals have also been published on Youtube

For further information about all of New Dawn Records’ releases, visit their official website www.newdawnrecs.com

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Released today, veteran Binghamton duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble return with the third single from their highly anticipated new album “Beautiful Foundations”, a celebration of their partnership stretching back over 30 years, which drops on May 15th 2026 through New Dawn Records.

It’s all in the name with “The Smoothest” catching the vibe.  A tribute to the lyrical golden era of New York in a showcase of wordplay delivering a salvo of old and new school slang.  Chop’s trademark bullish bars and the effortless flows of fellow Upstate marksmen Decon Blu and Pa Pa Fresh dictate the narrative, the three re-united from their earlier Four Sportsmen project.

Driven along by the customary slick productions with Frost at the wheel, it’s a classic recipe.  Seasoned campaigners shelling rhymes with ease over a luscious beat immersed in soulful flavas and exquisite turntablism.  Done and dusted, the bragging rights are well earned.

Available to stream and download from all digital platforms including APPLE MUSIC, TIDAL MUSIC and below on BANDCAMP and SPOTIFY

 

Official visuals have also just been published on Youtube

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Released today, “Play No Games” is the second single to be taken from the album “Beautiful Foundations” by New York State rapper and producer duo Tone Chop and Frost Gamble, out through New Dawn Records on May 15th.

Layers of classic boom bap hip hop beats underpin hard bars as the veteran rap battle champion goes on the hunt with a verbal salvo aimed at upcoming title contenders. Joining them on the mission is legendary turntablist DJ Eclipse, renowned for his work with Non Phixion, Ill Bill and ongoing Fat Beats ambassador. Still flying the flag high and representing the dopest new underground bangers with his Rap Is Outta Control Show on Shade 45, the cutting skills on this joint are typically off the scale, stoking the fires further in a fusion of gritty authentic heat.

Knockout punchlines in a heavyweight bout for the heads, this also marks the label’s first release during their 30th anniversary year.   Slick business from the Binghamton boys, dial it up to the max.

Available to stream and download from a multitude of digital platforms and stores including APPLE, TIDAL and below on Bandcamp and Spotify

The official video is also now playing on Youtube

More information about the single and album release is available at the label’s official website www.newdawnrecs.com

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New York State rapper & producer duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble celebrate their three decades of working together with the release of the new album “Beautiful Foundations” on May 15th 2026 through New Dawn Records.

From the early days of recording demos in their Binghamton basement to becoming one of the most prolific partnerships in recent years with a quite phenomenal back catalogue of singles and EP’s in their armoury, the landmark release documents their journey and pays homage to the close bond built between the pair.

Immersed in hip hop culture from their teenage years, the album reflects their dedication to the true essence while embracing evolution.  Chop’s trademark hard bars, a legacy of his rap battle days, and Frost’s dynamic range of beats are bolstered throughout by a generous helping of turntablism courtesy of DJ Eclipse, Pa Pa Fresh and  DJ J Smooth.  Space is reserved for friends and allies by way of the special guest featured artists including The Bad Seed, Pf Cuttin, Decon Blu, Grea8gawd and Fresh I.E.

Released today, the first offering is the single edition of the title track featuring another native of “The Bing” Will K.  Chop sets the agenda reflecting on those first times working together as young and passionate kids still learning the ropes, sowing seeds for the future set to a potent soundtrack marinated with soul. It’s something you live…

Available on Apple Music / iTunes, Tidal Music and below on Bandcamp and Spotify

The official video is playing on New Dawn Records’ Youtube channel

More information about the single and album is available at the label’s official website NEWDAWNRECS.COM where there are also dedicated pages for the artists and their releases.

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Back at it again, Brick City’s Tru Trilla returns today with the AA side single “Respectfully”, lifted from last year’s album ‘XVI : Return of the Gods’ released through New Dawn Records.

Laced throughout with the kind of bullish bars and beats which earned it a front page spotlight on Bandcamp, the New Jersey veteran assembled a heavyweight line up of guest featured artists and producers to deliver a classic soundtrack fuelled by the highest calibre lyrical firepower.

Produced by Frost Gamble, the latest cut is a further testament to the levels.  Tru drops knowledge with Brooklyn’s Justo the MC and Floridian NapsNdreds in another showcase of dexterous rhymes and slick flows by verbal marksmen at the height of their game.  The narrative is reinforced by the “Qataban Remix” courtesy of label affiliate Shahin, flipping the script with an intense fusion of strings, breaks and sub Saharan flavas that hits differently. 

Available to stream on and download on multiple digital platforms including APPLE MUSIC / iTUNES, AMAZON, TIDAL MUSIC and below on BANDCAMP & SPOTIFY

There is also a brand new official video for the “Qataban Remix” just premiered on the label’s Youtube channel

Original version of “Respectfully” on Youtube

Album “XVI : RETURN OF THE GODS” which includes guest featured artists Reks, Lakim Shabazz, Skyzoo, Guilty Simpson, Recognize Ali, Juxx Diamondz, Ruste Juxx, N.B.S, Julius Luciano of Shoe Gang, Fly Kwa, and Prince Ak & Trilly Trills of Jersey Gore on Bandcamp & Spotify

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Released today on New Dawn Records’ official Youtube channel, the new video “Qataban” produced by Shahin.

The soundtrack is the extended instrumental version of a remix for a forthcoming single release, but the beatmaker insisted it should be used as a sequel to his previous release “Anuket” which followed the similar theme in offering a message of solidarity and support to women and girls bravely fighting for their rights against oppressive and brutal regimes, and to those suffering at the hands of domestic & mental abuse all around the world.

Shahin added “Our warrior queens are magnificent and will have their justice. Your struggles have not been forgotten, you are still seen. You will prevail.“

“Qataban” on Youtube

Previous release “Anuket” on Youtube which can also be streamed and downloaded from multiple digital stores including Bandcamp & Spotify

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Now on Youtube, footage of New Jersey rappers Tru Trilla & Prince Ak spittin’ gems off the top as guests of DJ Eclipse & DJ Riz on the Rap Is Outta Control Show broadcast on Sirius XM.

Tru was in promoting his new album “XVI : Return of the Gods” released through New Dawn Records which also features his Brick City brutha from anotha’ Ak on several tracks along with others including Reks, Skyzoo, Ruste Juxx, Guilty Simpson, Recognize Ali, N.B.S., Julius of Shoe Gang, NapsNdreds, Justo the MC, Juxx Diamondz, Lakim Shabazz and many more.

A full video playlist album is on the label’s Youtube channel

It’s also available on Bandcamp & Spotify

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