yU’s “The Earn” album is in stores now via Mello Music Group!!

“The Earn” finds the DMV representative and Diamond District member, yU, showcase his progression from his first solo album “Before Taxes” and offer fans worldwide one of the best hip hop releases of 2011. The album features production from Grammy Nominated Kokayi, Kev Brown, Usef Dinero, Roddy Rod, Slimkat78 and guest vocals include Nicholas Ryan Gant, Duff, Imani Bilal, King Tut, Diamond District, and others.

Today, enjoy the non-album bonus cut for the song “Can’t Hide” featuring EyeQ and produced by Slimkat78. Slimkat78′s production features a “You Can’t Hide” vocal sample backed up by chopped up horns while yU and guest MC, EyeQ, trade verses. The combination between yU, EyeQ, and Slimkat78 seems effortless while yU and EyeQ’s chemistry is undeniable.

Finally if you missed “The Earn” video EPK, make sure to check it out here to watch yU talk about the recently released album.