Scotty ATL – “Pray Alone” feat. Killer Mike x Trouble (Video)
August 27, 2014
I don’t believe in what you doing, so I just pray alone… and I don’t trust too many #$%^! so I just stay alone…
So many one-word descriptions for this video. But with Killer Mike and Trouble in on the track and their performances with the familiar scenery in back. The one one-word has got to be ATL… Scotty ATL to you. DJ Burn One and a couple of other cameos in there. Driving hood beat meant for driving the hood. Wherever this “Pray Alone” is played it’ll be good though.
(Much more after the jump.)
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R&B: Mack Wilds – “Don’t Turn Me Down” (Video)
August 26, 2014
The realest of real talk at the end of the night. Yeaahhh maaan. “Don’t Turn Me Down” baby. ‘Just show me which side of the bed is yours’ … smooth. How could any woman resist? But, the end of the video though; most real G move Mack Wilds pulls. Very hard to do, but it had to be done. “New York: A Love Story” (out now) is full of R&B bangers like this. Hit the link.
Diamond District – “First Step”
August 26, 2014
Well it’s about COTDAYAM TIME!!! One our favorite hip hop groups representing D.C. is back! I’ve been a fan ever since their first album dropped & have been waiting for the trio to regroup & drop some new bangers! With everything going on in the world right now Oddisee, yU, and X.O.’s next album ‘March On Washington’ due October 14th is an appropriate title of what’s to come. For now your ‘First Step’ should be to peep the bangin’ new single.
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Diamond D – “Only Way 2 Go” feat. Pete Rock
August 26, 2014
WHAT??!! You mean to tell me that Diamond D (DITC!) is dropping a project with all the dope artists??? Damn near. Pharoahe Monch, Talib Kweli, Elzhi, Skyzoo, Fat Joe, Chi Ali, Freddie Foxxx, Pete Rock, The Pharcyde, Scram Jones, Rapsody, Boog Brown, Stacy Epps, Black Rob, Kurupt, Tha Alkaholiks, Hi-Tek, A.G., Chino XL, Nottz, The Stepbrothers and more! That project – “Diam Piece” – drops September 30, 2014 (pre-order via link below). But hear this Pete Rock-laced contribution entitled “Only Way 2 Go” off it now.
– @ojones1
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Nas – “The World Is Yours” feat. Common (Remix)
August 26, 2014
Wow. Yeah, go ahead and consider this Golden Era revamp mash a smash! The seminal hit from the G.O.D.M.C. Nassir with an extra blessing from the Chi-town vet and a new backbeat. Nas and Common on this “The World Is Yours” remix. Enjoy and download it for the FREE.99 now.
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Activism: Orlando Jones Issues The ‘Bullet Bucket’ Challenge For Himself… And Us All (Video)
August 26, 2014
…aaand CUT! Print it. Message!
Now, no one is saying stop the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge (well, some folks who have nothing better to do are but…). However, Orlando Jones makes a point in his version – the Bullet Bucket Challenge – that must not be missed! Given the tragic Mike Brown killing in Ferguson (MO, USA), Jones pours out some cold realness and somberly challenges himself (no fingers pointed, but guaranteed most viewers will feel convicted)…
“…listen without prejudice, love without limits, and reverse the hate.â€
– Orlando Jones
Some similar sentiments expressed in the J. Cole post from the other day here.
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AZ – “Red Magic” (Video)
August 26, 2014
AZ has another hot rock for the heads…in visual form no less. But worry not. iTunes has the audio for “Red Magic” for you to cop, if you so desire.
Lauryn Hill – “Black Rage” (Sketch)
August 26, 2014
An old sketch of Black Rage, done in my living room. Strange, the course of things. Peace for MO.
– Ms. Lauryn Hill
Seems as though, like many timeless artists’ works, Lauryn already had material that applies to the troubles we face today. Case in point, this lyrical sketch (“Black Rage”) L Boogie had that codifies the happenings and fallout in Ferguson. Download a FREE copy and sit with it. Let it sink in.
DOWNLOAD: LAURYN HILL – BLACK RAGE (SKETCH)
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Judge Mathis: Am I My Brother’s Keeper, Or My Brother’s Killer? (Video)
August 26, 2014
I have not watched Judge Mathis in quite some time, but this is some quality viewing. Speaking as a representative of The White House My Brother’s Keeper task force, TV judge Greg Mathis packages the problem of more and more Blacks dying at the hands of the authorities neatly; in a manner that is readily understood. He declares that addressing the root causes – lackluster education/training of disenfranchised people AND of cops among them – will not be easy, but it will be necessary. Take a look at the recommendations and personal appeal in Mathis’ video presentation above.
– @ojones1
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Madlib – “Cue 4”
August 25, 2014
Madlib’s “The Beats” will be out on 10″ vinyl September 9, 2014. It’s the original “Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton” soundtrack. You can pre-order now here. While you wait, here’s “Cue 4” for your listening pleasure.
MADLIB – CUE 4 | THE BEATS (10″ VINYL) | OUR VINYL WEIGHS A TON (DOCUMENTARY)
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Domingo – “We Put It Down” feat. M.O.P. x GP100 (Video)
August 25, 2014
“Same Game New Rules” is out now for you to cop. This video might well be a reason for y’all to do that. Nice! Cuts by DJ Cazz on “We Put It Down” by Domingo featuring M.O.P. and GP100. Here go the video…
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Jemyle Jones – “Easy Rider” (Video)
August 25, 2014
@BeatzLyricsATL ‘Easy Rider’ (starring @JemyleJones x @EricsWorldTV) http://t.co/iqzE27IZz3 Your Time Is Appreciated #TalkToMe
— ▲†!mele$$∆♛∆JØne$▲ (@JemyleJones) August 23, 2014
I like what this cat who hit us on twitter did… dope. Very respectful with the request. Could not refuse. And the video? It delivers solidly. Join ’em at the barbecue. Jemyle Jones with visuals for his take on Action Bronson’s “Easy Rider.”
Alienation (Playstation Trailer)
August 25, 2014
Destruction, terror… and mayhem! Word to Uncle L this will be gamers’ ultimate drooling experience… and all it is is a trailer. Wait until the Alienation (still under development, per the above clip) game actually comes out for Playstation.
Unleash a devastating array of conventional, hybrid and Alien weaponry and eliminate the Alien masses with extreme firepower in massively destructible environments where collateral damage can literally bring the house down!
May contain content inappropriate for children.
Action Bronson – “Easy Rider”
August 25, 2014
That other Hip-Hop chef (that deals with the food on VICE and the dope tracks on here) Action Bronson comes in with wild visuals for “Easy Rider” (produced by Travis Mitchell). Party Supplies. Off the forthcoming VICE / Atlantic LP “Mr. Wonderful” (due out Fall 2014). You can pick up the audio below (iTunes).
Dude’s doing acid stamps, riding choppers, laying hot honeyz down?? Man… watch!
HaLo – “Galore” (Prod. By Khrysis)
August 25, 2014
New hotness “Galore” from Jamla artist HaLo off the Forthcoming “Mansa Musa” (guest starring Masta Killa) project; due out August 26, 2014, on iTunes. Track by Khrysis.
Talib Kweli x Rosa Clemente Talk About The Michael Brown Shooting And More In Ferguson, Missouri (Interview)
August 25, 2014
Democracy Now is on the job and on the ground at Ferguson, with coverage and perspectives that probably won’t be seen/heard in even left-leaning mainstream media. You’ve probably seen the brief heated encounter between CNN’s Don Lemon and emcee/activist Talib Kweli. Pushed out online (a lot) because of the shock value of the argument. No ground gained, no growth in understanding; and folks didn’t really communicate that even that argument ended respectfully for the most part. However, this in depth talk with Kweli and Rosa Clemente (a longtime activist, journalist, scholar, and former director of the Hip-Hop Caucus) gives us the food for thought we need. Calm, thoughtful, progressive talk about matters of substance. With a keen interest in maintaining focus on the protest movement, Kweli and Clemente joined other grassroots activists in Ferguson just before a massive march planned for Saturday in their hometown of New York City. The NYC march will be on Staten Island, seeking justice for Eric Garner, the brother who was choked to death by police last month.
Listen (and download for FREE) below as Democracy Now! producer Aaron Maté facilitates a chat with Kweli and Clemente at Ferguson’s Greater St. Mark Family Church.
DOWNLOAD: TALIB KWELI AND ROSA CLEMENTE TALK ABOUT THE MICHAEL BROWN SHOOTING
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The Beatz & Lyrics Show with Jayforce: New Black Friday Edition
August 24, 2014
IT’S THE DAWN OF A ‘NEW BLACK FRIDAY’
THE BEATZ & LYRICS SHOW WITH JAYFORCE!!
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This is a rebroadcast episode of Atlanta’s premier hip hop radio show that aired Friday night 9pm-12midnight EST from the Peachtree Street studios of Atlanta’s most popular internet radio station — ABLRADIO! In addition to the quality uncut bangers played on the show this week, we also had a few special guest interviews on ‘The Beatz & Lyrics Show with Jayforce!’
First we’re joined by the Jeanine Daniels (Creator of Black & Sexy TV and the webseries ‘That Guy’) who checked in with us all the way from Los Angeles about her projects.
We also speak with RapperBigPooh, (@RapperBigPooh) formerly of the iconic North Carolina based hip hop trio ‘Little Brother’, as he discusses everything from his upcoming albums, touring, sports, & current relationship with his former group.
We also get deep with guest & friend of the show Miss ‘Ali Rai’Â (@Ali_Rai) who joined our discussion on the death of 17-year-old Michael Brown who was gunned downed by a Ferguson police officer & the subsequent protests that spread around the world.
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Coldplay – ‘True Love’ (Video)
August 24, 2014
I’m a HUGE Coldplay fan & have been playing their latest album “Ghost Stories” on repeat since it dropped in May. One of my favorite songs from the album is ‘True Love’ which is now their third single from the project. The lyrics in the song are hauntingly relative to the emotions of trying to hold onto someone you genuinely care about. Great lyrics, great music, & now we have a brand new creative video as this brit-band has done throughout their career. Coldplay is hands down one of my favorite bands of all-time & they are not even near done.
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R&B: Jared Evan – “Hot Sauce” (Prod. By The Arcitype)
August 23, 2014
This is FREE? Who looks out for us like Jared Evan? Dope new “Boom Bap and Blues II” album on the way, but check out this leak from it. “Hot Sauce” (produced by The Arcitype).
Here is some new music for you guys before I get ready to release “Boom Bap & Blues II.” Coming this Fall!
PREVIOUS: JARED EVAN – PROUD (PROD. BY !LLMIND) [VIDEO]
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Activism: Killer Mike Speaks On Mike Brown’s Killing, What It Means To All Americans And More (Video)
August 23, 2014
See? When your music speaks truth, you get called on to speak truth. See how CNN’s Brooke Baldwin even mentioned the “Reagan” video (got that one here)? She knows. Killer Mike should speak on matters like Mike Brown and Ferguson. Father, husband, SON OF A POLICEMAN, concerned member of the human race… Killer Kill From Adamsville has much to say, and man, he said it! The next eleven minutes of your life should be spent watching this video (above) right here, right NOW!
If this police officer is not arrested… rioting… tears… pain… But what really happens… is all of our rights are thrown out the window. I am afraid for all Americans. I’m not just afraid for Black Americans… We as a people have to be more vigilant about policing the people we pay to protect and serve us…
That about it, people. It ain’t just the cops. Quis custodiet ipsos custodes? It’s US! WE have to step up! We have to vote in LOCAL officials (sheriffs, councilpersons and alderman, and other officials) and participate in (and/or institute) watch-dogging so cops know that ‘policing’ goes both ways. More than that though, we need to develop solid, respect-driven relationships with police authorities; just as Killer Mike (with his barber shop) has. That does NOT excuse cops abusing their authority, but our steps toward revolution should bear in mind that we seek resolution. And building relationships that deescalate abuse of authority, and build respect and care for the community into the citizen-officer relationship is a necessary part of the resolution.
PART 2: KILLER MIKE ON CNN
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