Monday, April 30, 2012

Marcus Canty - "Won't Make A Fool Out Of You"


This joint is smooth, chill. I'll be sure to check on Mr. Canty's music more. What do you think about this track?

"Marcus Canty's new single is featured in the "Think Like a Man" music from & inspired by the film as well as Marcus Canty's upcoming debut album."



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What I'm Watching: Chiddy Bang - "Mind Your Manners" feat. Icona Pop


New video from Chiddy Bang. Yep! I dig this album. "Breakfast" is cool. Get it.



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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 119 & 120







A little bit of awesome to brighten up your Monday!

"I wrote a song for you today. Help me tell the world!" -KL

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Download: Full Blast Mixtape Vol 3 - LIGHT1


Full Blast is back to hold down CT with their 3rd installment to their mixtape game. Once again, you're getting the best of the Full Blast crew like Duece Bug, MetaMusick, Chuck Nickels, White Cheddar, their fallen brother in Lighta and more over beats you love already and over some original joints. Download it, turn your volume up, and hit play.

Download: Full Blast Mixtape Vol 3 - LIGHT1 (Shoutout to www.CTHipHop.net for the link.)


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What I'm Watching: AWKWORD - "Bars & Hooks" feat. Harry Fraud, Sean Price, & The Kid Daytona


"It's all about bars and hooks. We in the hood with cop cars and crooks. We keep it moving, though." Peep the visuals to Awkword's "Bars & Hooks".



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Hip-Hop Breakfast Ep 121


As always, I hope this helps kick off your week. Chea!

01. Miguel - Candles In The Sun, Blowin In The Wind
02. Monster House - Chronicles
03. Chuuwee feat. Charmingly Ghetto - Rule The World
04. Sene feat. Jay Jennings - Brooklyknight
05. Nas - Daughters
06. DeuceZ & BroadNMarket - Neon Glow
07. TiRon & Ayomari - They Go
08. MaLLy & the Sundance Kid - Shine

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Saturday, April 28, 2012

@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 118



"Every man doesn’t plan to be a dad 
I know you didn’t 
You were still growing up, then life happened 
And now your sitting with the weight of the world in your arms 
and this little girl needs you to keep away harm..."

Dads, love your little girls.

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Friday, April 27, 2012

What I'm Watching: Nas “The Don”



That boy Nasir is on a bit of a streak right now. Can an old nigga get money any more? Ha! Enjoy the video for The Don. Chea!

And if you missed it, peep Daughters.

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What I'm Watching: Statik Selektah & Termanology - 1982 "Up Every Night" (@StatikSelekt @TermanologyST)


Statik Selektah & Termanology come through with the visuals to 1982's newest single looking and sounding like an throwback pajama jam on it. They're definitely bugging out in it. Check it.



What I'm Watching: Sean Born - "Lights On" (@BackroadBorn)


"I'm just trying to keep my lights on." I dig Sean Born on this joint, definitely. I can relate. Lot of distractions and unnecessary mess out in the world that gets in the way of taking care of what's more important. Check the video out.



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@WordsworthEMC - Joy and Pain (Produced by Apollo Brown )


Wordsworth's first single off of his upcoming sophomore album called "THE PHOTO ALBUM" in stores June 12th. Good match up with Apollo Brown on the boards.



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Hip-Hop Breakfast Ep 120


Eh, let's just call it lunch? Ha! As with every Friday, this episode is compiled of dope tracks featured over at RefinedHype and DJBooth throughout the week. I hope this EP helps kick off your weekend. Chea!

01. Voli - Sweet Sixteen
02. Kid CuDi - Dennis, Hook Me Up With Some More of That Whiskey
03. Noelz feat. BJ The Chicago Kid - Be Alright
04. Action Bronson - A Simple Man
05. Jarren Benton - Skitzo
06. Grumpy Old Men - Free Lunch
07. Chuuwee - Glorious Revolution
08. Gary Clark Jr. feat. Nas - Bright Lights


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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 117



"HI Beautiful People :) Just to let you know I actually had a really good day. lol. NO worries! This song came last night while I was doing research on songwriters in the industry etc., and I came across someone who had recently gotten a great opportunity. I had no idea who this person was, yet I immediately saw the contrast on how my day went and their's. A pretty normal day in my calendar, was a life changing day for someone else This isn't a sad song, but it is true. We all have "our special days' that feel like "OUR DAY" but seeing other people have their days should make us want to celebrate the possibility of our "days' happening too. So don't be discouraged. The ultimate truth- is everyday is your day because you're here! I love you for watching." -KL

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EVENT: MIC ON DECK Unified Hip Hop Series Presents: Red Eye & Shabaam Sahdeeq Double CD Release Party (4/28)


Hartford, CT – April 28, 2012 – MIC ON DECK Ent.'s “Unified Hip Hop” series will be holding RED EYE & SHABAAM SAHDEEQ'S double cd release party at SULLY'S PUB, located at 2071 Park St in downtown Hartford, CT. The show will continue to focus on unifying our underground hip hop community and bringing people and the elements together for a very positive movement.

There will also be live performances by UG of the CELLA DWELLAS, GODILLA, BORN UNIQUE, ABSOULUT KARNAGE ft. PRYME PROLIFIK, CON MAN & B.E.N.E.F.I.T.. The show will be hosted by MIC ON DECK and have music by DJ SHERM LAROCK. There will be a graffiti exhibition brought to you by BUCKET FRESH STUDIOS, along with a breaker showcase by ZULU BRATZ 860!

RED EYE is currently a member of “THE CLOSERS” with SHABAAM SAHDEEQ & THOROTRACKS. He’s done collaborations with a lot of great artists like PLANET ASIA, M-DOT & REKS. He will be releasing his new album ft J-LOVE called ST. FATRICK'S DAY, a RUFF/INFINITY GAUNTLET PRODUCTION. SHABAAM SAHDEEAQ came up in the hip-hop collective POLYRHYTHM ADDICTS, & has been featured with emcees such as BUSTA RHYMES, RED & METHOD MAN, COMMON, MOS DEF, KOOL G RAP & EMINEM. He will be releasing his highly anticipated album titled “RELENTLESS PART 2” at the show, special guests DJ J-LOVE & EL DA SENSEI will be in the building 2!

*SULLY'S PUB WILL BE SERVING SELECT $1 BEERS ALL NIGHT!!

This is a 21+ event with ID, with a $10 cover at the door. The show is sponsored by MIND POWER ENTERTAINMENT, DOTGOTIT.COM, BUCKET FRESH STUDIOS, IBATTLE WORLDWIDE & THEMADBLOGGERS.COM. For more information please contact William Sanzi at (860)-938-8476, Michael Lagasse at 860-394-7697, or email MICONDECK@gmail.com. You can also check for information on the “Mic On Deck Entertainment” page on Facebook. MIC ON DECK welcomes everyone come out April 28th and would like to wish you all continued blessings for 2012!!


**EVERYONE THAT COMES TO THE SHOW AND/OR ON THE ATTENDING LIST OF THIS EVENT PAGE WILL BE GETTING A LINK FOR A FREE DOWNLOAD OF RED EYE'S BRAND NEW ALBUM "ST. FATRICK'S DAY" COURTESY OF RED EYE HIMSELF!!

Event Details

MIC ON DECK Unified Hip Hop Series Presents: Red Eye & Shabaam Sahdeeq Double CD Release Party

Sully’s Pub – 2071 Park Street, Hartford, CT

April 28th, 2012

Media – If any media wish to contact us you can reach us at:
Michael Lagasse
(860) 394-7697
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(860) 938-8476
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*Tickets available for $10 at the door.

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Thursday, April 26, 2012

Red Bull, Sound & Vision Episode 2: Clear Soul Forces



We featured the Detroit based crew Clear Soul Forces a while back. Now they're back after linking up with Red Bull's online docu-series, Sound & Vision. The series follows up and coming artists for a day as they express where they're from and more. Enjoy the insightful look at L.A.Z, Ilajide, E-Fav and Novelis. Chea!

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NEW RELEASE: sene "brooklyknight"



sene released his new full length album, Brooklyknight, via Plug Research Tuesday. I copped it last night and blasted it during my overnight shift. Definitely worth the purchase. Peep the video for the title track up top and if you're so inclined, get more info here www.plugresearch.com/sene and seriously considering grabbing yourself a copy. Chea!

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What I'm Watching: Malicious "Drop"



Malicious aka Mr Malish released the visuals for the Accomplices produced banger Drop a few days ago. Shot by City Parks and edited by Malish, the video and track are both dope. Enjoy. Chea.

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What I'm Watching: PRO'Verb "GRAVITY"



PRO'Verb unleashes the second single off his project, While You're Waiting, released last October. Filmed by Jay Dexter of Sun Chase Media, the video has a real chill and laid back feel, much like the track. I dig it. Enjoy. Chea!

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What I'm Watching: Eddy B & Tim Gunter "Tomorrow"



I caught this one on the twitter (old person voice). Definitely digging both the visuals and the track. I'm gonna go peep more from Eddy B & Tim Gunter, in the meantime let's enjoy the Lex Kimbrough directed video for Tomorrow. Chea!

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What I'm Watching: @DirtyLoops - "Rolling in the Deep" (original by Adele)



I've completely been blown away by the music I've heard in the last 3 hours. Dirty Loops does a phenomenal cover of Adele's "Rolling in the Deep" (girl, you should be proud!) and their rendition has steadily been gaining momentum across the media and social networks. Coming out of Stockholm, Sweden, band members Jonah (keyboard), Henrik (bass) and Aron (drums) take the funkiest twist and turn one of Adele's #1 hits into a delicious jazz infusion. And while I truly hate to make comparisons between artists, keyboardist Jonah, has essentially channeled Brian McKnight in this particular song to the point where I thought either a) my eyes were deceiving me or b) my ears were lying to me. "Impressed" doesn't quite express how I feel when experiencing Dirty Loops going hard on this track. I'd say, it's one of the best covers I've heard this year to date. If I could, I'd go to see them perform in Stockholm, so until they come to the States, I will loudly admire them from afar.

But still I say, don't believe me? Check it out ;)





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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 116



"I wrote a song for you today. Help me tell the world!" -KL

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What I'm Watching: @Duwende - "As (a cappella cover)" (original by Stevie Wonder)


PEOPLE! People, people, people. I didn't know what to do when I hit the play button on their YouTube video and heard of this glorious awesomeness coming out the speakers. I literally jumped out of my office chair and started grooving to this stellar cover of Stevie Wonder's "As." We all get a little uneasy when we see that a rendition of a song belonging to one of the greats has been done, but when I tell you Duwende put their FOOT (feet?) into this, I mean it. Duwende's sound is warm, inviting, and the harmonies gelled like I haven't heard in over a decade, especially around the 3:03 mark. I can't believe I didn't know about them until today. So be shout outs and kudos to my friend Bri Cox.

Ladies and gentlemen, when I tell you this is what music sounds like, I'm really telling you this is what music sounds like. Don't believe me? Take a listen for yourself. Enjoy.





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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

RoQ'y TyRaiD "Bye Felicia" feat. Chaundon


Bye Felicia. Ha! That boy RoQ'y TyRaiD is back with some new music featuring Chaundon, with production from Jimmy Flight. I dig it. Enjoy.



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NEW RELEASE: Chuuwee "Crown Me King"


That boy Chuuwee is bad. After a string of videos and singles, the Sacramento emcee released his long awaited project, Crown Me King yesterday. His latest comes ahead of his debut LP Wild Style, due out 5-29-2012. This is like the appetizer before the main course. Enjoy. Chea!

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PremRock & Talpas "Love of the Drum"


"Sure this collaboration could have been done on the internet by trading files... but if you know me, then you know why I did this and continue to do outlandish things for my art. Whether or not this makes the album cut remains to be seen."

PremRock is a traveling man. He's currently in the Czech Republic working on a joint EP with Czech producer Talpas. No release date yet, but it will be available on Everydays Label, also based in the Czech Republic. Ahead of the upcoming project Prem shares the single Love of the Drum. I dig it.  Hit play and enjoy.



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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 115



I'm definitely feeling this joint. Sometimes you wanna be that couple folks talk about (in a good way) and be like yeah, That's Us. Kirby wrote a song for you today. Help her tell the world. Enjoy.


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Diatonic x TMB Presents "STEREOPHONIC"


You might know the Twin Cities producer Matt Mulheran aka Diatonic from being the other half of O-Lay & Diatonic. Well, after a successful re-release of their Meanwhile... project, the beat maker releases his very first beat tape with a little help from TMB. The dude is dope and we're proud to be involved with the project. Enjoy the beats. Chea!
20 year old, Matt Mulheran finally creates his very first Beat-Tape. He is on a mission to become a prominent producer in the Twin Cities Underground Hip- Hop scene. Since being drawn to Hip-Hop by the jazz infused music of A Tribe Called Quest, Matt, operating under the name of Diatonic, has continually pushed to create a new breed of Hip-Hop. The D.J./ producer/ audio engineer is currently enrolled in the Bachelor's Degree for Recording Technology at McNally Smith College of Music. Primarily influenced by Hip-Hop pioneers 9th Wonder, J.Dilla, and Pete Rock, Diatonic poses a sharp contrast to the today's mainstream Hip-Hop by rejuvenating classic songs and creating lively soulful Hip-Hop instrumentals. 


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Official Video: "The Life of Kings" Phonte ft Evidence & Big K.R.I.T.



At midnight Phonte dropped the video for "The Life of Kings", a song off his 2011 release "Charity Starts at Home." The video features Evidence and Big K.R.I.T. One of my favorite songs off the album. Check it out. It's dope.

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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

What I'm Watching: K.Raydio "The Way It Goes"



It's been a while since K.Raydio has been on the site. And I'm happy to have her back. With new music produced by Big Cats, the Midwest songstress releases a cool video for the track shot and directed by Ashley Battle and Marcos Juarez-Gosselin. I definitely dig it. And yeah, sometimes that's just The Way It Goes. Enjoy.

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What I'm Watching: @BRKNRBTZ - "Marry Your Daughter"




Alright, ladies! I'm going to tell you now, go ahead and get your Kleenex ready. With the spring wedding season right around the corner, I'm sure this will make your day if you're headed down that path. If you're not getting married anytime soon, take a listen and enjoy a beautiful, heartwarming song.


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NEW RELEASE: B.I.C. (Bitches Is Crazy) "The HighGo Chronicles"


Those Bronx boys Bitches Is Crazy (B.I.C.) are back with a new project, The HighGo Chronicles. I'll be honest, this is definitely their best work to date. From the intro email, to the artwork, to the production and the sound/mixing. I respect what they've done with the new project. Enjoy their latest. Chea!




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Jinesis' Picks (4/24/12): r.O.b, Kwes. and Jessie Ware



TMB affiliate and NYC producer Jinesis returns with more solid picks this week featuring r.O.b, Kwes. and Jacque Hammond. Dope. Enjoy the music. Chea!





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donutsandmilk.com x djcosthekid.com x TMB presents: Realistic "Greatest Hits"


The homie Chad over at DonutsandMilk.com hit me up a few weeks back about linking up with his site and djcosthekid.com to present the new project from Phoenix by way of New Mexico emcee Realistic. After hearing a few cuts, I jumped on board for the debut project boldly titled Greatest Hits. I definitely dig what Realistic is doing with his mixture of old school and new school Hip-Hop. Enjoy the music.



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What I'm Watching: Chuuwee - Glorious Revolution



That dude Chuuwee is a bad bad man. Sheesh. Crown Me King, today. Wild Style, 5-29-2012. Chea!

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Scheme & DJ Scend – TT&AM | Pete Rock Series


Scheme and DJ Scend are back with the latest installment of their Two Turntables and a Mic Series. This round they pay homage to Pete Rock. Look out for the video dropping May 8th and a full mixtape for the series dropping Fall/Winter. In the meantime, enjoy. Chea!



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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 114



After a few wild days and a bit of a break from blogging, I'm playing catch up with Kirby's A Song A Day series. Thanks EMS for holding down the posts. Having not heard Kirby since last Thursday, after hitting play on Often, again I realize why we've been pushing her music. Such a great voice and an extremely talented person. Enjoy the music.


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Interview: Special Sundays x Quelle Chris



Another fresh interview from Miss Special. Chea!
This past week Quelle Chris came on Special Sundays to talk about his newest release with producer Dibia$e "2Dirt4TV". They spoke about the idea behind the title, how the two linked up, the first single "Live Alone, Die Alone" and the video for it. They also spoke about learning things from youtube, the current state of music, and what's next for him; including another project with Dibia$e along with Crown Nation and Knxwledge, and much more.
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What I'm Watching: SigNif "Like My Style"




"[Like My Style] is me explaining how I don’t fit the typical rapper mode, and how I’m 100% fine with that," says SigNif. "Embracing Rejection is about the trials and tribulations of a starving artist trying to pave her way into an industry that’s not particularly in her favor. Rejection is a big part of life and once I was able to except it, I was able to use if for encouragement."

I do like SigNif's style. I've liked it for a while. I've been a long time fan of the Milwaukee bred, NYC based emcee but you already know that because she's no stranger to the site. Sig has been on a bit of a recent hiatus but according to her recent texts, she's getting her mojo back. And today she decided to unleash the Darren Cole/self-directed video for Like My Style off of her TMB, HipHopisCoolAgain.com and KevinNottingham.com presented project, Embracing Rejection. Enjoy the vid.

If you're in NYC April 25th, check her at Lit Lounge (93 2nd Avenue) with J. Philippe, Laurensara, Ane, Yoshi Thetalent and K Rizz. And when you get the chance, vote for Sig to compete for a slot at this years BK Hip Hop fest. Chea!

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What I'm Watching: Grumpy Old Men "Free Lunch"



From the Grumpy Old Men new project, #FreeLunch, comes the visuals for the title track produced by SLOT-A. Shot and directed by Alex Dare for Dare2B Productions. Enjoy. Chea!

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What I'm Watching: ¡MAYDAY! - "Imprint" feat. Jovi Rockwell (Prod. by Plex Luthor & Wrekonize)


"They say a fingerprint is one of a kind." That's how I feel about ¡MAYDAY!. Here they release another cut featuring a nice addition to the track with Jovi Rockwell from their absolutely amazing, soul satisfying, epic of an album "Take Me To Your Leader". I've stated numerous times how that album is my favorite one of 2012 so far and by far. I love how intense and dynamic their music is from the lyrics to their vocal arrangements to their production. I have absolutely no qualms about the album whatsoever. But enough of the rambling, check the visuals.



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Monday, April 23, 2012

What I'm Watching: R. Kelly - Share My Love


R. Kelly is still on that throwback flow with this new joint and I ain't mad. I dig the sound and feel of the music and video. Feels quite nostalgic. Check it.



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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 112 & 113









"I wrote a song for you today. Help me tell the world!" -KL 

Two beautiful songs for you to enjoy today! And, I vote Day 113 to be on the May EP!

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Sunday, April 22, 2012

@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 111




"I wrote a song for you today. Help me tell the world!" -KL

Kirby hits us with a solemn yet warm song today. Enjoy!


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Saturday, April 21, 2012

donutsandmilk.com x djcosthekid.com x themadbloggers.com presents Realistic "Knock, Knock Let Me In"


Realistic decided to unleash a single ahead of his Greatest Hits project presented by DonutsandMilk.com,  djcosthekid.com and TMB. Look out for the full drop 4/24.



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Friday, April 20, 2012

@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 110



"I wrote a song for you today. Help me tell the world!"
-KL

Check out Kirby's latest A Song A Day release. You all will definitely enjoy how she switches up her singing style to include some lovely jazz inflections.

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TMB x Uni-Fi Records Presents: Monster House "Raiders of the Lost Art"


Back in February the homie Audio Pilot sent me a track that had been recorded that weekend by SPEAK Easy and Panic. It was among a few that had been done with him on production and the two emcees on the mic. What started as an email introducing me to the newly formed crew going by the name Monster House, became a partnership with TMB and Milwaukee based Uni-Fi Records to present the project. TMB has had ties with MKE since we started back in '09 and we're excited to be part of this LP. With a series of well received singles, we finally present the final product, eleven solid tracks, recorded over the course of six weekends or so. This is Monster House and welcome to the Raiders of the Lost Art. This is storytelling at its' finest. Chea!

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Hip-Hop Breakfast Ep 119


As with every Friday, this episode is compiled of dope tracks featured over at RefinedHype and DJBooth throughout the week. I hope this EP helps kick off your weekend. Chea!

01. Rickie Jacobs - Drugs N Heaven
02. A.Dd+ feat. Tunk and Mz Fortune - When Paris Smokes
03. Asher Roth feat. Meek Mill - Party Girl
04. A$AP Rocky - Goldie
05. ev4n Holt - Mayweather
06. Uno Hype x DJ Black Diamond - Train of Thought
07. GhostWridah - Die

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Thursday, April 19, 2012

Meet Mahalia

Photo by Neil Raja

But she's 13.

Okay, that's the last time I'll mention her age because what's important here is the music. And boy does Mahalia deliver. Folks will make the obvious comparisons to Corinne Bailey Rae and Adele, among others, but I'd rather let Mahalia be Mahalia, as she continues to develop and grow into her own sound. When I first received the email from SoulCulture introducing me to the UK singer/songwriter, I was a bit hesitant. Yes, age was a primary factor (okay, I mentioned age again). But once I watched the interview and began to listen to more of her music, I was impressed.

Today, I've found myself on a bit of a non-Hip-Hop kick and I'm pleased because that caused me to stumble across the very talented Mahalia. So, enjoy the interview below with SoulCulture and check out more from Mahalia here. Chea!





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Rome Duran "Strawberry Day"


After dropping his debut Straight to the Moon, Rome Duran is back with a track omitted from the EP. I definitely dig this Strawberry Day cut. Sheesh. Hit play and enjoy. Chea!



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What I'm Watching: TiRon & Ayomari + Uno Hype



Two dope videos. Enjoy. Chea!



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e.d.g.e. x The Freshest "80's Baby"


I spoke with the homie e.d.g.e. the other day. He assured me that Destroy & Rebuild is on the way soon. But in the meantime, he drops a freeverse over BDP's The Bridge is Over for Vancouver DJ Crew The Freshest (Seko Fresco, Marvel, Kutcorners, Rico Uno). Enjoy. Chea!

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

John Graham "Speak Love"


"It's a vent track addressing some of the issues I've been facing as a result of what some perceive as my success as an artist. I've never been able to fully understand the meaning of allowing haters to fuel your success until now."

The homie John Graham shares the first single from his upcoming project, Magic: Blanc et Noir. With production from Rayvon Red Dah Producah, Graham wants to speak love instead of hate. I dig it. Enjoy.



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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 108 & 109



"THANK YOU BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE. WE'RE IN NYC :) Because of You I get to sing a song in the BIG CITY:) thank you so much for watching, for telling your friends. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU." -KL

Even though Kirby is in New York for the next few days, the song(s) must go on. Ha! Enjoy days 108 & 109 from her A Song A Day Series. Oh, and if you're in NYC tonight, check Kirby and some other talented singer/songwriters at SOBs. Doors at 7, show at 8. Chea!



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