As part of “Hip-Hop Week,” eMusic is giving its subscribers access to two exclusive tracks from Koch and Vice Records: DPGC’s (Dogg Pound Gangsta Clique) “Real Soon” featuring Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Kurupt and Daz Dillinger; and “Get Set” by Low Deep featuring Kano.

“Hip-Hop has a rich and colorful history rooted in the work of artists unwilling to compromise to the tastes of the musical mainstream,” said eMusic Vice President of Label Relations Scott Ambrose Reilly via statement. “eMusic’s ‘Hip-Hop Week’ is a way to pay homage to that history of creative independence while showcasing eMusic’s position as the number one destination for discovering independent music in every genre.”

Readers of the eMusic Magazine will also notice that editor-in-chief Michael Azerrad has geared all featured content towards hip-hop in order to help subscribers navigate the site and discover new artists. Each day of the week will bring a new “Review of the Day” exploring the work of artists including Pharcyde, 2 Live Crew, Atmosphere and Cannibal Ox.

Other featured columns, “Dozens” and “Spotlights,” penned by music journalists including Chuck D, highlight essential Hip-Hop artists, albums and tracks while informing subscribers about the rich history of Hip-Hop.

To further encourage the spirit of exploring the genre of Hip-Hop, eMusic is offering subscribers free “Daily Downloads” from artists like Blackalicious, The Diplomats, Danger Doom and Lady Sovereign.