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
More information about all of New Dawn Records’ releases is available at their OFFICIAL WEBSITE
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
All press, multimedia and DJ enquiries about any of New Dawn Records’ releases can be addressed to ourselves, their in house promotional division. Get in touch HERE
Binghamton rapper and producer duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble, the latter now based in Canada, drop their new album “Beautiful Foundations” through New Dawn Records on May 15th this year.
The title track was released last month as a single, available from all digital platforms and stores, while the official video was published on Youtube
They have just recorded a special “Beautiful Foundations Freestyle” where Chop in customary fashion gets busy on the micwith a neat twist by dropping the names of all the album tracks in his bars.
He linked up recently with local videographer Lil Kurby, who also filmed the official single video, to take to the snowbound streets of Binghamton for some new visuals which you can now watch on Youtube.
The album itself was recorded by the pair to mark their long standing friendship and working relationship together dating back three decades, and features many of those they’ve met and built with on the journey.
A landmark release, they have also filmed an accompanying documentary which details their earliest days together, maps out the trials and tribulations they encountered on the way and of course speaks on the new project. It’s a must watch for all interested in hip hop’s history and culture, and will resonate with independent artists everywhere. Look out for this dropping shortly after the album.
Plans are also underway for a special launch event to take place in their hometown, with details due to be announced in the coming months.
The next single will be “Play No Games” on February 10th with features cuts by DJ Eclipse [Shade 45 / Sirius XM – Rap Is Outta Control Show]. You can hear a snippet of it as part of the Official Album Video Trailer which was released late last year.
For further information about the release and all of New Dawn Records’ roster and catalogue, visit their official website www.newdawnrecs.com
For all media, press & radio DJ enquiries regarding any of the label’s releases, feel free to get in touch with ourselves, NDR’s official in house promotional division. Our contact information is available HERE
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…
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.COMwhere there are also dedicated pages for the artists and their releases.
As the label’s in house promotional division, all worldwide media, press, radio & tv enquiries about this release can be sent to us via our CONTACT page
Hip Hop label New Dawn Records have today announced that they will be releasing the new album “Beautiful Foundations” by New York State rapper and producer duo Tone Chop & Frost Gamble on May 15th 2026.
We first worked with the pair back in 2016 when they released their “Veteran EP”, then again the following year for their album “Respect is Earned Not Given”.
They enjoyed extensive media coverage worldwide for these releases, culminating in an appearance on DJ Eclipse’s Rap Is Outta Control Show on Sirius XM
This kick started a phase which has seen them become one of the most prolifc partnerships in recent years, with a quite outstanding back catalogue of singles and EP in their armoury.
The new album is a celebration of their friendship and working together for over three decades, and coincidentally will be released during the label’s own 30th anniversary year. It features many new upcoming artists from their hometown Binghamton together with those they’ve built with over the years.
Included are DJ Eclipse, Pf Cuttin, DJ J Smooth, Decon Blu, Pa Pa Fresh, The Bad Seed, Fresh I.E and The Bad Seed
The pair have also just completed filming a new documentary about their time together, from the earliest days of recording in their basement during the 90’s right up to the present day. We’ve had the fortune to have an advanced viewing and it’s a fascinating insight not only about their own story, but the development of hip hop itself over the years. Look out for that premiering just after the album releases next year.
For an early taste showcasing the quality of rhymes, beats and turntablism on display throughout the album, the label has just published an official video trailer on their Youtube channel.
Several singles will precede the album’s release, beginning with a special single edition of the title track on December 9th. All will be available to download and stream on digital platforms including Apple, Bandcamp, Spotify, Tidal and Amazon, while official visuals will continue to be published on the label’s Youtube channel.
We are the label’s in house promotional division, so all press, media and radio DJ inquiries about the release can be sent to us, our details available at our CONTACT PAGE.The full official album press release can be read HERE
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
For further information about all of New Dawn Records’ releases, visit their official website www.newdawnrecs.com
For all media, radio & press enquiries about the NDR’s releases and roster, contact ourselves, their official in house promotional division. Our contact details are HERE
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
Independent hip hop label New Dawn Records have just announced a new partnership arrangement with Australian based distributors Xelon Digital Entertainment with whom they will work together on various forthcoming projects.
Since re-launching in 2019, NDR have released various singles, EP’s and albums by artists from the States, UK and Canada, initially through INgrooves Distribution who subsequently became part of Universal Music’s operation.
In a statement which can be read in full HEREthe label acknowledges the support provided by INgrooves while citing the opportunity as “an exciting new chapter in our journey” adding they are “very much looking forward to working with them in the coming years”.
Included in their wide ranging back catalogue is the “Y’All in Meltdown” EP, the remastered classic singles “Y’All Under Surveillance” & “Meltdown” by hip hop crew Belles in Monica, the 2023 album “Cautionary Tales” by award winning New York State rapper Anthony Kannon and producer Frost Gamble, and the compelling “Urban Testimony” by Brooklyn’s Justo the MC and Edinburgh producer Brelstaff.
From 2020 is the phenomenal “Panacea” by London rapper & producer duo Phoenix da Icefire and Husky Brown, nominated for “Best Independent Album” at that year’s AIM Awards, followed in 2021 by “Lead by Example”, London rapper Ramson Badbonez’ debut as a producer. An exceptional first offering on the boards with a variety of heavyweight guest featured artists including Reks, Skyzoo, Ruste Juxx, Recognize Ali, Sleep Sinatra, Justo the MC, Johaz of Dag Savage, MysDiggi, Phoenix da Icefire, Jehst, Micall Parknsun, Kashmere, Dizzy Dustin, Moka Only and many more.
Most recently is last year’s “XVI : Return of the Gods”, the long awaited follow up to “God of Barz” by New Jersey rapper Tru Trilla which featured many of the artists appearing in “Lead by Example” plus Guilty Simpson, Boston’s N.B.S., Julius of Shoe Gang, Lakim Shabazz with production by Tone Spliff, Frost Gamble, LG Roc, DNA Beatz, Jamal Nueve and more. All thrillers, no fillers !!
ALL OF THEM CAN BE HEARD IN ONE PLACE ON THE LABEL’S SPOTIFY PAGE HERE
YOU CAN ALSO WATCH A VARIETY OF VIDEOS ON THE LABEL’S OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE
ALL OF THE LABEL’S RELEASES ARE AVAILABLE AT THEIR OFFICIAL BANDCAMP PAGE
The label have also confirmed that while several projects are currently in the works, new music can be expected soon. Keep up to date with their news over on their official website
The latest in the “Easy Listening” Mixtape series by Berlin’s DJ Easy has just been released.
Volume 32 includes joints by Punchline & Confidence, Talib Kweli & J Rawls, Mic Bless, Kaimbr, Big Noyd, Awon, A-F-R-O & Stu Bangas, MC Lyte, P Tha Villain and many more.
Hosted by New Jersey rapper Tru Trilla, a number of tracks from his album “XVI : Return of the Gods” released in May this year through New Dawn Records are also included.
Check out, “Easy Listening Volume 32” streaming now on Soundcloud
“XVI : Return of the Gods” has production by Tone Spliff, LG Roc, Jamal Nueve, Frost Gamble, Ramson Badbonez and DNA Beatz, with guest featured artists including Reks, Lakim Shabazz, Ruste Juxx, Julius Luciano of Shoe Gang, Justo the MC, NapsNdreds, N.B.S., Recognize Ali, Guilty Simpson, Skyzoo, Juxx Diamondz and many more.
Available on all digital platforms including APPLE MUSIC and below on Bandcamp & Spotify
There is also a full album playlist on Youtube including official visuals
For further information about all of New Dawn Records’ releases, visit their official website www.newdawnrecs.com
New Jersey rapper Tru Trilla dropped his banging new album “XVI : Return of the Gods” through New Dawn Records on May 31st.
Immediately featured by Bandcamp on their front page ‘New and Notable’ spotlight section, the release is fuelled by a diverse and potent soundtrack laced with the full artillery. Bolstered by a stellar line up of producers and guest featured artists from around the States and beyond, the result is a series of cuts delivering the best of traditions through twelve gauge bars, beats and turntablism.
From it is the new single “Drop Jewels”. Produced by prolific beatmaker and turntablist DJ Tone Spliff, the joint released today features fellow Newark native and Jersey Gore group member Prince Ak alongside Brownsville’s lyrical warrior Juxx Diamondz. In addition, the new “I-71” remix is provided courtesy of NDR affiliate Qadir who channels his inner Schifrin for a different take with a filmic twist.
Available to stream and download on a wide array of digital platforms including APPLE MUSIC, AMAZON MUSIC, TIDAL MUSIC and below on BANDCAMP and SPOTIFY
New visuals for both versions have also just been published on Youtube
For more information about this and all of New Dawn Records’ releases, visit their official website www.newdawnrecs.com
All inquiries from media, press and DJ’s regarding the album “XVI : Return of the Gods” should be addressed to ourselves, the label’s in house promotions and production division. Our contact details are HERE
