EVENT: A J. Dilla Tribute in DC (2/19/11)

Check It ... Adele x Jamie XX “Rolling in the Deep” (MeLo-X Remix)

Whatcha think?

MeLo-X, Jamie XX and Adele singing about her ex, there's enough X's on this track to get it banned in theatres haha.  Either way, MeLo had to jump on this remix and tell his side of the story on his relationships ups and downs.  MeLo had this joint for a minute but decided to keep it locked in the vault. Now is the time to release this gem in support of Adele's new album "21". Stay tuned for more overseas love from Malcolm MeLo Mustafa X

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Check It ... e.d.g.e. "Hardly A Hero"

e.d.g.e. is about to lock in and deliver a LOT of music over the next few weeks. While working on his new project, All Flow Everything, e.d.g.e. plans to release at least three tracks per week. Ambitious but this dude has rhymes for days. So, check out "Hardly A Hero", a previously unreleased track which was self produced by e.d.g.e. Enjoy.



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Check It ... @DanaCoppafeel "Ima Bake Daily"

Haha! Definitely a different style from the Milwaukee homie Dana Coppafeel but I'm fucking with this track off the upcoming LIL' YUNG MixTape (no connection to Yung Lil Bullshit, yet!) hosted by DJ DwooD of No Request Sound System. Check it out. Chea!

  Ima Bake Daily by unifi*records

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Check It ... @Writtenhouse "XL" x "Sticky"

The Philly crew Writtenhouse are about to release their new album, While You Were Sleeping, February 15th. But in the meantime, they are dropping off two dope tracks from the project. Check it out and enjoy "XL" and "Sticky." Chea!

XL


Sticky


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Inner Loop Records x Producers I Know Present: Soulful! "Mumbo Sauce & Drumbreaks"

I'd post this project on the strength of the album cover alone. Ha! But seriously, this Inner Loop Records x Producers I Know Present: Soulful! Mumbo Sauce & Drumbreaks is a clear winner and dope project. Hit play and enjoy because Soulful! delivers on the production, with a few pretty fresh features. Enjoy.

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Check It ... Lola Maxwell "Free Falling"

I really dig Elle Maxwell's personality. Oh and I dig her music too. A combination of the two is what makes her a dope artist to me. I mean, she's doing a video chilling, twisting her hair and could care less about an edit. Ha! She wants you to know who she is, as a person as well as a musician.

I just did a feature on Elle over at RefinedHype.com. Check that out and check out this diary-esque video featuring a new track from Elle's upcoming EP. Enjoy. Chea!



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Check It ... Dremur "Gotta Get It"

Check out new music from Dremur off his upcoming One Step Away Miles To Go project, due to drop in March. According to Dremur, "'Gotta Get It' can be considered to be the theme song for everyone who doesn't allow anything to stop them from attaining their dreams. Take this audio journey along with me as I show you no matter what people try to do, no matter what people try to say, no matter how hard they try 'I'm gone get it.'" Enjoy the cut and look out for more music from Dremur coming soon.



You can catch Dremur live on February 3 and 12th. Check the info below.

Rhythm & Lyric  Showcase
Thursday, February 3rd           
$5 at the door
Tamboril Lounge, 527 myrtle avenue, Brooklyn, NY (btwn Grand ave & Steben)

As for my other event this one is every bodies favorite price FREE.99 with RSVP

Deadstock Kicks (Sneaker Fundraiser) with performances by Lyriciss, BIC, Mark Papers and Dremur   Saturday, February 12th
5pm - 8pm47 thames street unit 305, Brooklyn, NY 11237  
PLEASE RSVP HERE: deadstockevents@gmail.com

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Download ... Curly Castro "Winston's Appeal"

I dig this project from the Philly by way of Flatbush emcee. It's been sitting in my inbox for a few days but once I finally got the opportunity to hit play and I wasn't disappointed. Shouts to Khal over at RockTheDub.com for the link. Enjoy.



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Return of the Real: Elle Maxwell is the DMV’s Black Madonna

Check out my latest column of Return of The Real over at RefinedHype.com featuring DMV's own Elle Maxwell. We talked about the DMV Hip-Hop scene, her upcoming projects and her name change. Check it out.


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Check It ...RoQ'y TyRaiD @ The Podium - Week 1

Each week RoQ'y takes on the tough issues with his podium series. This week is no different, as he addresses the State Of The Union and more. Check it.




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L.A. The Presentation x The Presentation The Movie

I've told this story a few times. I was listening to Scienze's The Phone Tap(e) project and this track came on called "From L.A." And that's the first time I heard L.A. rhyme.

From the beginning I thought she was dope. I was amazed that she had just started rhyming and was prepping her debut, The Presentation. This was back in July. There has been some time between my initial discovery of L.A.'s sound and the release of this project. And in the in between there have been a few additional tracks released, a few videos and my first time seeing her perform live. I knew this project was going to be dope.

Back in early September we talked about me doing her artwork. As you can tell, this project has a theme. A Kanye theme if you didn't notice. And everything connected with this project was very intentional. So, from the artwork, to the beat selection (most of Ye's old, new and rarely heard) to the mini movie video to go along with the release, it's all intertwined.

I definitely dig the vision.

I personally enjoyed The Presentation. But I'll warn you, that if you don't listen to LA's lyrics you'll be lost in the sauce. Listen. The girl has bars. I hope you enjoy. Chea!

Watch the movie.


The Presentation from Brandon Brathwaite on Vimeo.

Then download the project.



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The Mad Video Selection

Dana Coppafeel - "Paradise"

It's Saturday, so you know what that means.....The Mad Video Selection! Of course we have another batch of must see hip-hop videos for your viewing pleasure. This week we have the likes of Dana Coppafeel, Lola Maxwell, Reks, Miles Jones, Stalley and Rashad. Each one has put in work and they do not disappoint. Remember, if you would like to have your video considered for the selection email readbeanpie@gmail.com. Sit back and enjoy!

Interview: @JCPoppe is Back

I've always liked JC Poppe. And have long respected his honestly through his music. I was first introduced to Poppe when he released Sleep Therapy, an album that comes literally from a sleeping disorder. Music was his outlet to keep mind or body occupied. It was “Mixtape Epidemic” off of that project which immediately caught my attention.

We've been cool ever since.

Back when I first interviewed Poppe he described his sound as a bit alternative Hip-Hop with major influences from Public Enemy and Rage Against The Machine. To boil it down, his sound is aggressive.

And with his two new projects, he continues to build using that aggressive sound.

Tea Party and Shadowland provide two parts of the talented Wisconsin native. Tea Party, in a sense is your traditional Hip-Hop project. And Shadowlands is a deeper look into the personal side of Poppe, which includes some highs and lows from the last few years of his life. Of the two, Shadwolands is the more heartfelt project because of it's deep connection to Poppe personally.

That's not to say that the content on Tea Party isn't heartfelt. It's just a different personal connection.

I don't think Shadowlands could survive without the other. They compliment each other too well. You get this hard-hitting Hip-Hop side of Poppe in Tea Party and through Shadowlands you get some raw material that comes from a deeper place. Once you hit play, you'll get the picture.

Recently, I reached out to Poppe for an interview. Check out the Q&A after the jump.

Check It ... e.d.g.e. x DJ Premier "Letters to the Editor"

Many of you know the story behind this DJ Premier beat. A few days ago it hit the net as a track that Kanye turned down because it was intended for the original concept of his last album. As soon as I heard it, I knew the Canadian emcee e.d.g.e. was going to attack it. DJ Premier is e.d.g.e.'s favorite producer. So, he took a timeout from working on his upcoming mixtape turned album, All Flow Everything, to drop this joint. It was less than a 24 hour turnaround. Check it out and as e.d.g.e. said, "your loss Mr. West." Ha! Enjoy.



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EVENT: Mindz-I Entertainment & BigBar Radio Presents ...THE FULL BLAST MOVEMENT

Mindz-I Entertainment & BigBar Radio Presents The Full Blast Movement: A Connecticut Hip Hop Showcase

Hosted by the best hype man in CT, Chuck Nickels!

Acoustic Cafe 2926 Fairfield Ave in Bridgeport, CT.

2 Days Before Valentines Day come celebrate CT Based Hip Hop & The Full Blast Movement!
$5 In Advance $8 At The Door!
21+ Only ID Required

Tickets Available from BigBar Radio, Mindz-I Entertainment and All Performers!

Featuring Performances By:
Duece Bug
Meta Musick (Unikron & SoHo)
BC Connect
Wednesday Atoms
M.C.J.r. Star

And more to be announced very soon!

BigBar Radio will be broadcasting LIVE on location for the entire event!
For more information tune into BigBar Radio www.BigBarRadio.com

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What I'm Watching ... Redman - "Rockin' With The Best ft Kool Moe Dee"

Redman drops his latest visuals with a track off his album "Reggie". This joint features Kool Moe Dee and is filled with the feel of the 80's. Hip-Hop, baby. Check it out.

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What I'm Watching ... ScienZe "Astronomy (Taking The Day Off)" feat. Versis (prod. Blu)

TakingTheDayOff.(Feat.ScienZe&VERSIS) from aaronisnotcool on Vimeo.

Check out the Brooklyn homie ScienZe featuring Versis over the Blu produced track. Shot and edited By aaronisnotcool Enjoy. Oh and shouts to CVS.

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Check It ... @TheoMartins "Lo-Fi Love"

I'm not sure who put me on to Theo Martins but the dude is dope. Yesterday he released this fresh track about his recent trip to South Africa. The $port produced jawn is so soulful. Check it and enjoy.



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Shad Interview + Acapella (JUICE Magazin)

Ya'll already know I'm a Shad fan. I caught this recent interview with JUICE Magazin. Shad is definitely one of my favorite emcees. Enjoy the interview. Chea!

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Check It ... Chuuwee "Unfresh Prince"

I know I keep saying this about Chuuwee but I'm pretty sure the Sacramento emcee doesn't sleep. Project after project, track after track. Chuuwee keeps delivering dope music over and over again. His latest cut comes from his upcoming Look At Me Now project dropping Sunday night/Monday morning, compiled of a bunch of unreleased and older tracks. That should be cool. In the meantime, enjoy "Unfresh Prince." Chea!



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What I'm Watching ... Dana Coppafeel "Paradise"

It's been a while since I've given you some music from the Milwaukee homie Dana Coppafeel. This new joint presented by The COVERT Empire, is dope. Shouts to the folks over at Uni-Fi Records for the link. Enjoy.

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Friday's Five Random Questions with @TheRealJayMills

Yes, Friday's Five Random Questions is back. I know you missed it. Ha!

And next up is The Real Jay Mills.

The first time I heard her was on the track "Trouble," featuring two other dynamite female emcees out of the DMV, Emperess and RAtheMC. I started checking for more music from her and found some of her older spoken word stuff and some of her raw and edgy Hip-Hop stuff. A few months back she responded to a request for a female emcee to rhyme over the "Devil In A New Dress" instrumental and delivered the fresh "feMC DIARY (Devil In A New Dress).”

Just recently she released a pretty fresh project, "Winter Sadness: PoetReMixtape Volume IV".

The Real Jay Mills is dope.

Anyway, this week she decided to take the challenge. Check out how she answered five random questions after the jump.

Marsha Ambrosius SexTape Pt3

Marsha, Marsha, Marsha... I didn't realize she'd put out a 3rd installment of her SexTape... I'm just saying... listen. I'm going to leave it at that.

If any of you listened to this while it was snowing and everybody was stuck in the house together... Good luck! Ha.

SexTape Pt. 3 by MsAmbrosius


As per usual -- DISCLAIMER: The Mad Bloggers, it's owners and affiliates assume no responsibility for any children conceived while this is playing (please see Warning for further information).

Enjoy guys!


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What I'm Watching ... The Clubhouse feat Homeboy Sandman

HOMEBASE NYC: LIVE AT THE CLUBHOUSE from MIDNIGHT ROCKERS TV on Vimeo.

Fresh.

Homebase NYC Presents: The Clubhouse featuring Homeboy Sandman "Live at the Clubhouse Vol. 1" from the Clubhouse's forthcoming EP entitled "Fully Equipped"

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Download ... Otis Hamilton

I know, this is a project I've talked about for some time now. Well, it's finally here.

Otis Redding and Anthony Hamilton are two of my favorites. A few months back after putting together my last compilation Soulful Summer, I decided that I needed to put together an Otis and Anthony project. This is mostly because I struggled with deciding on just a few of their tracks to include on Soulful Summer.

Now, we are here - Otis Hamilton. There are some amazing tracks from both of these guys, including some of my favorites like "(Sittin' On The) Dock of The Bay" and "Mamma Knew Love" among others. Those tracks aren't on this compilation. I know, crazy huh?

With this project I wanted to go a different route. A love story from the break up to finding love again. I hope you enjoy Otis Hamilton just as much as I enjoyed making it.

Press play and zone out as OC Supreme would say. Enjoy.

01. You Left The Water Running - Otis Redding
02. Where Did It Go Wrong - Anthony Hamilton
03. Think About It - Otis Redding
04. Charlene - Anthony Hamilton
05. I'm A Mess - Anthony Hamilton
06. I've Got Dreams to Remember - Otis Redding
07. You Don't Miss Your Water - Otis Redding
08. Her Heart - Anthony Hamilton
09. Try A Little Tenderness - Otis Redding
10. Since I Seen't You - Anthony Hamilton
11. The Point of It All - Anthony Hamilton
12. Fallin In Love Again - Anthony Hamilton
13. Cigarettes and Coffee - Otis Redding
14. That's How Strong My Love Is - Otis Redding
15. These Arms of Mine - Otis Redding
16. The Day We Met - Anthony Hamilton
17. Do You Feel Me - Anthony Hamilton
18. For Your Precious Love - Otis Redding

Download: Otis Hamilton

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Check It ... Adele "Promise This" (Cheryl Cole Cover)

Adele has such a powerful voice. Just yesterday I was talking about the strength in her sound. I dig what Adele does. Anyway, I caught this track earlier today. Check out the cover of British Pop star Cheryl Cole's "Promise This." Damn, this girl can sing. 21. Chea!

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As Adele’s sophomore album 21 continues to obliterate the competition in the UK, the “Rolling In The Deep” songstress is firmly marching down the promo trail to ensure a victorious chart outcome in her home country once the end of the week rolls around. Today she hit up BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge, where, among other tunes, she performed a somber cover of fellow Brit pop star Cheryl Cole’s 2010 hit “Promise This.”

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Check It ... Premonition "Kingship" feat. Silent Knight and Final Outlaw

The homie Premonition is back with the second installment of his Sum is Greater series. This go round he features Silent Knight and Final Outlaw, with production from Kon and cuts from DJ M-tri. "Kingship" is a dope track. Hit play and enjoy. Chea!




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Um, Yeah ... Matt Clarke "Good Vibrations" (Yes, it's a Marky Mark Cover)

"With all due respect, Marky Mark you can't touch this beat."

So, if you follow me on twitter, you caught my early morning rant about this Matt Clarke "Good Vibration" track. The rant started with how the email arrived boosting:

1) "His Youtube channel has amassed over 45,000 views."
2) "His Facebook page has over 1,600 fans."

Truth be told, neither number means much to me. I once had a video that got 20,000 youtube hits and a twitter page with over 3300 followers. My youtube page is gone and my twitter page is frozen. See, numbers don't mean shit. Real support does. I would normally delete an email talking numbers of any type. Why? Because just like an email telling me how many other blogs posted your track, I don't care.

Seriously, I don't.

Let me rephrase, I don't give a fuck.

Folks that send these "I love your blog" group emails obviously don't realize I'm not a copy/paste kind of dude that posts what's popular elsewhere. I say that to say, I don't care about where you've been posted, what your numbers look like and how many friends on facebook support you. To me, it's irrelevant when judging your music. Rude? Nah, reality. (Oh, by the way, someone please introduce rappers and so called publicists to BCC. Seriously).

Anyway, Matt's email landed in my inbox. And so I hit play, because every now and again after mass deleting, I'm curious about certain things I'd normally delete. The track, it's alright. You be the judge. I will say that the only thing memorable about it is the Marky Mark sample, which was memorable when it first came out. So, no win there. There were a few twitter references and a Paul Pierce punchline but outside of that, nothing special. But I am curious to hear what Matt can do without a popular and well known track as his foundation. I'm not going to search however.

So, even with all of this, I'm posting this track. I guess that's a win for Matt and his camp, because any publicity is still publicity. Right? So, I guess he got that. But I'm kind of sorry Matt that you had to be collateral damage in my rant, when you were just trying to share your music. Or maybe I'm not. Good luck with your music though.

Yeah, I know I'm an asshole. I've come to terms with it. Ha!

Check out "Good Vibrations."



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Check It ... Theophilus London "Why Even Try" Feat. Sara Quin

Check out the new track from Theophilus London off his upcoming Lovers Holiday EP. The track is dope. I dig the music from Theophilus London. Enjoy. Chea!



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What I'm Watching ... Stalley feat. Rashad "SLAPP"

Check the vid for "SLAPP" off Stalley's Lincoln Way Nights (Intelligent Trunk Music), which drops February 9th. Looking forward to it. Spotted over at XXL.

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Sene & No Games - Interview pour Reprezent.ch

Sene & No Games - Interview pour Reprezent.ch from societe-ecran media on Vimeo.

I caught this interview via the homie J57. Check it.

While in Switzerland, Sene sits down to talk with the biggest Swiss blog, to discuss "Metropolispeaker."

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Check It ... Tiron "The 1ne" (Prod. by HPthaHyprid)

Damn, I dig this track. Tiron kills the verses and HP does his thing on the production. This is the lead track off of ktcHPmstrd, HPthaHyprid's remix project of Tiron's-MSTRD. It's dope. Look for the project to drop late March, early April. In the meantime enjoy "The 1ne." Chea!



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Check It ... Prosthetik Intelligentz "Break 'Em"

I caught this track a few days ago from Prosthetik Intelligentz (producer ‘B doom’ and artist ‘Ezzie B’). The track will be featured on their upcoming mixtape due to drop mid year. It's a pretty cool track. I dig it. Enjoy.



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Check It ... Dirty Hank "Umbrellas & Mac 10's" (Falside Remix)

Check out another track off of Providence, Rhode Island's Dirty Hank's Does This Look Normal? project due to drop February 15. Produced by Falside, it's a pretty cool track. Check it out and leave your thoughts down in the comment section.



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Check It ... @TefPoe "Mel Gibson"

"Lethal Weapon 4, no Danny Glover..."

Check out the latest offering from Tef Poe. Definitely an aggressive track, so the name fits. Ha! I dig it. Check it.

Aggression and rebellion always makes for a good rap track. St.Louis emcee Tef Poe delivers bullet piercing bars on his newest project entitled "War Machine" He really unleashes his inner demon on his track titled "Mel Gibson". Indiana Rome of "In House Productions" plays "Danny Glover" with the assist on the beat.

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What I'm Watching ... Time Crisis "Bricks"

I always liked the Time Crisis track "Bricks." Time Crisis has this cool spoken word feel type of Hip-Hop coupled with dope beats. I dig it. Check out the video directed by Ian Wexler and brought to you by Fameless Fam.  Gotta love a video with a dope concept. Enjoy.

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What I'm Watching ... Copywrite "Confessional"

Another fresh (interesting) video and dope track from Copywrite off his Life and Times of Peter Nelson project. Vid directed by Casey Regan. Track produced by Rob Stern. Enjoy. Chea!

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What I'm Watching ... Reks "25th Hour" (Prod. By DJ Premier)

Fresh.

Rex Arrow Films, ShowOff Records & Brick Records Present...

REKS
"25th Hour"
Produced by DJ Premier

Shot & Edited by Ian Wolfson
Rex Arrow Films 2011

Video Produced by Statik Selektah

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Check It ... e.d.g.e. "Keep Me Baby" (produced by Stewie Vuiton)

The Canadian emcee e.d.g.e. is no stranger to The Mad Bloggers' readers. I've said a few times that it seems like e.d.g.e. doesn't rest because he's always releasing new music for the masses. He's currently working on his new project All Flow Everything, which according to e.d.g.e. will be an album as opposed to a mixtape. Either way, we get more good music from e.d.g.e. with production from the likes of Stewie Vuiton, Shane Eli, Beewirks, Ritchcraft, Mootboxle and So Sleazy, among others. In the meantime, check out "Keep Me Baby." This track is dope. Enjoy and look out for All Flow Everything. Chea!



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Big K.R.I.T. & Grillade "Hometown Hero Live" + The 'Wuz Here' Sessions

Yourstru.ly Presents: BIG K.R.I.T. & Grillade "Hometown Hero" from Yours Truly on Vimeo.


Get this project. Now. The BIG K.R.I.T. & Grillade The 'Wuz Here' Sessions presented by Yourstru.ly is a fresh live project featuring four tracks from the K.R.I.T. Wuz Here, with the smooth backing of Grillade. The joint is dope. That is all. Get it!



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What I'm Watching ... ScienZe "Drama (Geppetto)"

I'm still playing ScienZe's latest project, Hall Pass. "Drama (Geppetto)" is one of my favorite tracks off the project. Check the visuals shot by Manny Fresco of www.FreshHONESTY.com for the track. Enjoy. And go and get that Hall Pass over at www.ScienZeClass.com. Chea!

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Check It ... Wrekonize (of ¡MAYDAY!) "Declaration" Prod. Plex Luthor

DJBooth.net and StreetAmmo‘s Exclusive Freestyle Series is back with the 223rd entry from Wrekonize (¡MAYDAY!). Wrekonize goes in over the Plex Luthor produced track. It's dope. Enjoy.



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Download ... G.R.A.M.Z "Cupcakes"

After a few previews, G.R.A.M.Z delivers Cupcakes. Check out the latest offering. Enjoy.


Download: Cupcakes

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What I'm Watching ... OnCue "Your Own Supply"

OnCue is peoples. But if you've been checking the blog long enough, you already know that. Check his new video for his CJ Luzi & Phantogram produced "Your Own Supply" track off his "Leftovers" mixtape available at DJBooth.net. Enjoy.

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Listen To This ... Rain - "We Good"

I keep saying I don't have to write much, but this time I mean it. RN said it all:

Rain's voice is able to comfort, excite, chastise, and coax with every coo and hum. She has a unique soulful, jazzy vocal style. Part R&B, part hip-hop, part classic soul, in equal measure. Her music is a unique blend of solid RnB melodies, classic soul harmonies, and clever hip-hop lyrics, offering something fresh, interesting, and compelling to music-lovers everywhere!

I couldn't have said it better myself. Her name is simply Rain. Enjoy.






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Listen To This ... Justin Nozuka

You know I like to give you guys something a little different every now and then right? Well, I couldn't leave this guy's page without posting something. I heard "My Heart Is Yours" and decided not to pass up the opportunity to share. In my opinion, I feel like you can hear his spirit through his songs. With that being said, I think his spirit is beautiful. The soulful elements conveyed through his songs are amazing. I'd definitely see him in concert. Another one of my favorites is "Supposed To Grow Old." I'm sure he gets a lot of comparisons to Justin Timberlake, vocally, but I can't say that's a bad thing, right? I decided that I couldn't post just one song, so here are them all. Check him out... Enjoy.






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What EMS Is Listening To ... Zo - Say How You Feel feat. Carlitta Durand & Phonte

I don't even really have a lot of words for this. Dude is dope. The song I'm going to post is a collab with Carlitta Durand (a TMB favorite) and Phonte (another TMB favorite). I came across this song during my usual perusing. There are so many songs on his page that I love. In addition to "Say How You Feel," I'm a big fan of "Be Your Man" and "Greater Than The Sun." What's so impressive about "Greater Than The Sun" is the intro. I generally don't like elongated intros but you can't help but listen to this one because it just oozes talent.

His vibe is so mellow and laid back. Just feel good. Check him out here: Reverb Nation

For now, "Say How You Feel." Enjoy.






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What EMS Is Listening To ... Mica Parris - "Wings"

I spend time on ReverbNation every now and then and most of the time it's a miss instead of a hit. This time I came across an artist I'd like to hear more from. Mica Parris.

I'm impressed with "Wings," particularly because the instrumentals of the track are so nice and the fluidity of her voice fits perfectly on top.

There isn't a lot of information out there for her yet, but I'd keep an eye out. You can find other songs of hers on Reverb Nation, but for now, here is "Wings." Enjoy.






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Check It ... D-Sisive - "If I Live To See Tomorrow" (SigurRos:Hijacked)

Pretty intense track by Canada's D-Sisive over a song that Sigur Ros originally did. Check it...

 
Toronto Rapper D-Sisive Continues His Hijacked Series With a New Free Single: "If I Live To See Tomorrow" Based on a Song by Sigur Ros.




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Download "I Love A Girl" (Grizzly Bear Hijacked): http://www.box.net/shared/16sm1api9v
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READ: Buckshot 'The Common Knowledgy of The Entertainment Industry' Out Tomorrow January 25th

With over a decade of knowledge in this industry, Buckshot's new book is sure to educated folks on many things a lot may not know and possibly guide heads in the right direction as well as be better prepared for what lies ahead. Definitely a smart read for you artists out there. Check it...

A beautiful 80-page, hard-cover book that is the same size as a standard CD digipak. The inside, back cover includes a CD insert with original audio from Buckshot.

The book will be available in the audio section (Under 'B') at Best Buy, FYE, Borders & other independent record stores.

In addition to the hard-cover book, e-book formats (with full color photos) will be available at outlets such as iBook (iTunes), Kindle (Amazon), Sony Reader, & Nook (Barnes & Noble).

Buckshot provides an A-Z guide on the basics of the Entertainment industry. which also includes a 15-track album with original Buckshot music based on the concepts from within the book.

Buckshot has recorded a series of educational interviews with people who play the role's of various positions that he highlights within the book.

The first visual is Buckshot explaining the basics behind creating a record. He works alongside Young Piff, the winner of Boost Mobile & HOT 97's Summer Jam MC Battle:

Buckshot On How To Make A Record

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Check It ... Hip-Hop at Acoustic Cafe with Sketch Tha Cataclyms w/Full Band, Top $ Raz and Jesse Abraham (Pics)

Shoutout to everyone that came through Acoustic Cafe in Bridgeport, CT to see three great acts.  Top $ Raz, Jesse Abraham and Sketch Tha Cataclysm with his full band performed at the spot bringing energy, a live crowd and most importantly good music.  It's been a great week of music and this last event capped off the week full of dopeness.  The Mad Bloggers (Q and I) were in attendance as well as fellow bloggers Jessica Estevez from iheartdilla.com and Adam from adamsworldblog.com.  Good times with good people and good music.  Definite dopeness.  Click "Read More" to check out all the pics from the night.

Check It ...RoQ'y TyRaiD @ The Podium - Week 14

RoQ'y TyRaiD is back at The Podium with Week 14 giving you his latest on what's going on in the world. Check it.



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The Mad Video Selection

Signif - "Lovely Imperfections"

TMB is back at it again with The Mad Video Selection. Every week we are bringing you five videos that you should be watching. A little something for the hip hop fans across the world to enjoy as they breeze the internet for something other than.......if you know what I mean. Artists keep in mind that if you would like your video to be considered for our showcase email ReadBeanpie@gmail.com. With all of that being said.....let the games begin! Enjoy.

Check It ... Lyriciss "Superbad"

“Everybody’s so different, everybody’s the same”

Peep the new track from Lyriciss. It's definitely a dope track. The beat is crazy and the energy is insane. Check it and enjoy. Chea!



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What I'm Watching ... Dallas Producer Union II

I caught this from the homie J. Rhodes out of Texas. Check it.

The Dallas Producer Union was one of the most GROUND BREAKING events in the history of the city.  It united the hottest producers and artist in Dallas as well as fans of music.  The moderator was rising star producer/artist J.Rhodes.  Rhodes is an  Ascap Istandard producer showcase winner whos video Hello debuted on MTV's rap fix with Sway, David Banner and 9th Wonder who all gave it rave reviews.  Panelist were Cheese Beats (Grammy Nominated producer who has produced for the likes of Cherish, Young-Joc, Jagged edge and Faith based rapper Lecrae to name a few).  Picnic (Talented Producer/Artist who has crafted hits for Devin the Dude, Johnny Polygon and Kid Kudi just to name a few) and S1 (producer of Kanye West lead single "Power".  He has also produced for the likes of Rhymefest and Talib Kweli.  He is currently in the studio with Jay-Z and Beyonce)

The panel was dedicated to Business and Branding. The hour plus Q&A session was very informative and everyone in the room gained great insight and knowledge from professionals who have been there and done that.

After the Q&A session the packed house was entertained from a producer showcase that featured S1, Picnic, J.Rhodes, Cheese Beats and Lonestarr.

The second portion of the Union inspired the masses as the packed house Rocked out to EPIC beats from people in the field that they look up to.

It was a great night.  The cherry on top was Dallas Ambassador Erykah Badu being in attendance and asking the most questions to panelist!  It was indeed a great night!  A win for Hip-Hop music, and a win for the Dallas Fort-Worth area.

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Check It ... Killah Trakz "Scrunchface Music" (Prod. HPthaHybrid)

The homie HP is a talented producer. A few months back he put out a project called The Purge. Basically a collection of some unused beats. Since then, a lot of those tracks have found a home, including the upcoming collaboration with Boston rapper HW for his #RapLife project. HP hit me up a day ago with another track used from that beat tape. Check out the  Killah Trakz joint. It's pretty dope.

A pretty dope collabo... Little story behind this joint the beat was on my first beat project "The Purge" months before I dropped "The Purge" I gave Killah Trakz the beat I didn't think he was gonna ever do anything with it so I put the beat on The Purge. Last week I get a tweet from Killah Trakz like I'm recording to Scrunchface. Oh word... When I heard the finished joint I thought this is the reason I gave the beat to him in the first place. Enjoy. -HP

  Killah Trakz- Scrunchface Music by HPthaHybrid

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Check It ... Fourth Independent's Day Showcase (Pics)

 

Finally, the pictures from our fourth Independent's Day Showcase are here.  It was such a dope night and I think everyone who was in attendance can all agree.  Music was dope, crowd was live, energy was through the roof.  Thank you to everyone who came out, everyone who performed and everyone else in between.  Now...without further ado, click Read More to check out the pictures from the eventful night.

Download - Savant: - "Crash Course" Series

Savant is back with more free music Gotta love that. Check it and download it.

In preparation for Savant's upcoming tour with G.O.O.D. Music's Malik Yusef and his impending sophomore release (the Fess Grandiose produced "Crash" EP, coming May 10, 2011), Abstract Music Group presents the leak series "Crash Course". Every 2 weeks, Savant will be releasing a new record, which will more often than not feature guest bars from a talented member of the expansive independent hip hop community. Already 4 tracks deep, track 5 will be leaked on 01/24/2011 as an exclusive release courtesy of OHHLA/ RapReviews.

Stream/ Download the first 4 "Crash Course" leaks (and some bonus cuts) at
http://savantrarebreed.bandcamp.com/album/crash-course



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