Daz Dillinger (AKA Daz Dilly) – “Love 2 Hate” (Prod. Drumma Boy)
July 24, 2013
Daz Dillinger aka Daz Dilly leaks “Love 2 Hate” (produced by Drumma Boy) from the forthcoming album “Weed Money.”
DAZ DILLINGER (AKA DAZ DILLY) – LOVE 2 HATE (PROD. BY DRUMMA BOY)
Big K.R.I.T. – “Multi Til The Sun Die” (Video)
July 24, 2013
Soulful celebration on a track. Steve-Ography’s direction brings that through for visuals for “Multi Til The Sun Die” from Big K.R.I.T. Lyrics on the struggle and come-up while beautiful black and white footage shows K.R.I.T. paling around with some Hip-Hop heavyweights… stage diving… all in the midst of doing what he does.
‘History remembers kings.’
Enjoy the last track off the “King Remembered In Time” mixtape. We posted that on here earlier.
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K.L.U.B. Monsta – “Cypher Dream” (Prod. By Skip) [Video]
July 24, 2013
“Cypher Dream” is the first plate K.L.U.B. Monsta (emcee collective comprised of Kel Ricks, Joshua, J. Dotta, and Air Talley) wants you to take from table off the forthcoming project entitled “Canvas.” Been a minute since we’ve heard from the folks over there in Steel City (Birmingham, AL, USA). Glad to see they are still pushing. Haunting airy track from Skip for Closet Ent. Lil Mase for VNN Cinematography grabbed the reins for the video delivery. Good work.
Earlier music video posts on K.L.U.B. Monsta:
K.L.U.B. MONSTA – PLAYING TO OUR STRENGTHS (VIDEO)
K.L.U.B. MONSTA – WAITING (VIDEO)
– @ojones1
Reggae/Dancehall: Wayne Marshall – “I Know” (Video)
July 22, 2013
Currently in the Jamaican government there is legislation to limit and/or halt outdoor dances due to ‘noise’. Well for all those who love the atmosphere and vibes OUTSIDE of a club, check this new video from Dancehall artist Wayne Marshall. This is the first single off his upcoming album Tru Colors. Salute Vibe Magazine and our friends at Ghetto Youths International. Directed by Jay Will.
Find Him On Twitter: Wayne Marshall
SkyBlew – “The Grey Balloons” (Prod. By Backdraft)
July 22, 2013
SkyBlew painting the sky with “The Grey Balloons” by lacing a smooth-bap track from his homie producer Backdraft.
“I’m supposed to paint the skies to defeat that night.”
– SkyBlew
This one will be on SkyBlew’s forthcoming debut album “Window Seat On That Midnight Train.â€
‘Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom’ Starring Idris Elba (Long Trailer)
July 22, 2013
We posted the UK trailer for the coming ‘Mandela’ movie earlier on here. Needless to say it was an incredibly short teaser of what’s to come. The film currently slated to be released November 29th seeks to chronicle Mandela’s life from his childhood in a rural village to his eventually ascent as the first democratically elected President of South Africa. Early rumors about the screenplay have the focus of the film to be on on Mandela’s younger days in South Africa. Nelson Mandela recently turned 95 after suffering a few life threatening health related issues so hopefully he will be with us when the world celebrates as the film hits theaters. Of course we posted the short version earlier, but now take a peek at the official ‘Long Version’ of the movie trailer.
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Rich Kidd – “It’s Real Like That” featuring Deniro Farrar (Produced By Rich Kidd x Frank Dukes)
July 22, 2013
Rich Kidd taps Frank Dukes to help with the production on this one… because “It’s Real Like That.” Add a lyrical feature from Deniro Farrar because… It’s… you know… FREE for you to download now.
DOWNLOAD: RICH KIDD – IT’S REAL LIKE THAT FEAT. DENIRO FARRAR
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Buscrates 16-Bit Ensemble – “Cut Out The Lights†(Funkee Drummer)
July 22, 2013
Another James Brown “Funky Drummer” flip? That’s right. Tall Black Guy turned in a nice one we posted on already, but check this.
Check out this mellow “Cut Out The Lights†(Funkee Drummer) refix of the classic JB “Funky Drummer” track.
BUSCRATES 16-BIT ENSEMBLE – CUT OUT THE LIGHTS (FUNKEE DRUMMER)
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Snoop Dogg and Larry King on GNN (Video)
July 22, 2013
The king of issues commentary and talk meets the king of ‘herbal medicine’ and West coast flow meet on the GGN set. For a once in a lifetime taping, Snoop helps Larry find with the art of emceeing… putting rhymes into the mic on camera! Plus: the weather, with Thunderclaps!
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Phene – “In My Backyard” (Produced By Nick The Quick)
July 19, 2013
Another hot one out of Salem Psalms Library. Mixing and mastering for Phene’s “In My Backyard” (produced by Nick The Quick) was done by go-to collaborator Joshua “Tempt” Bishop. By the way, Phene (aka Z. Rich) has a new project coming – “Revelation 717.”
– @ojones1
The ESPYS: Comedian Jay Pharaoh As ‘Jay-Z The Sports Agent’ (Video)
July 19, 2013
If you missed the ESPY awards two nights ago then you probably missed this hilarious skit by comedian Jay Pharoah as he impersonates Jay Z ‘The Sports Agent’. Many people are not happy with the idea of Jay Z becoming a sports agent like rival agent Scott Boras with whom Jay Z took a shot at in a song on his new album. Those individuals wary about Jay Z entering into the sports world representing athletes may love this skit because it addresses the elephant in the room about people’s feelings on Jay Z guiding these athlete’s careers. Even Master P spoke with some caution when he recently elaborated on Jay Z’s move into the sports management business & how he may need to be fully prepared. Many of those unspoken issues were unveiled in this comedic skit by comedian Jay Pharoah at the ESPY awards that found some in the audience, who may or may not be doing business with Jay Z, not laughing at. In fact, even NY Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz, who is represented by Jay Z’s Roc Nation Sports, is now unhappy after the ink was dry from signing his new contract with the Giants because he realized that he was underpaid for what he was really worth. According to some sports talk radio reports his former agent allegedly stated he could have gotten him more but he chose to go with Roc Nation Sports. Big business politics aside, Jay Pharoah’s skit is hilarious. Only 1 or 2 comedians can do a great job on the Sean Carter impressions Like Aaries Spears.
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ESPN First Take: Master P States His Opinions On Jay Z Entering The Sports Agency Business (Video)
July 19, 2013
The first rapper to enter into the world of representing pro athletes was Master P. By now everyone should be familiar with the infamous deal that former NFL running back Ricky Williams signed with the New Orleans Saints that didn’t go over well in his favor. Master P stopped by ESPN’s First Take to speak with Stephen A. Smith & Skip Bayless to give his opinion on Jay Z’s entrance into the world of sports agency. Having dealt with the ups & downs of formerly running his no defunct NO LIMIT SPORTS agency, it was interesting to see Master P choose his words carefully without being negative or discouraging even though it feels like he’s saying it may not be the best move for a few parties involved.
Posted in Hip-Hop, News, Opinion, Sports, Videos | Tags: ESPN, ESPN First Take, Jay-Z, Master P, Roc Nation Sports, Skip Bayless, Sports Business, Stephen A. Smith | 1 Comment »
12 Years A Slave (Movie Trailer)
July 19, 2013
‘“12 Years a Slave” is based on an incredible true story of one man’s fight for survival and freedom. In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty (personified by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by Michael Fassbender), as well as unexpected kindnesses, Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist (Brad Pitt) will forever alter his life.’
– Movie Clips COMING SOON
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“The Piece Maker 3” Cypher on Shade 45’s Toca Tuesdays (Video)
July 19, 2013
DJ Tony Touch brings a gang of emcees through Shade 45 Studios for the “The Piece Maker 3: Return of the 50 MC’s” Cypher. It’s a power cypher for Tony’s ‘Toca Tuesdays’ show featuring Andre The Giant, Black Thought, M1 (of Dead Prez), Sean Price… and… man, the clip is 18 minutes strong! Watch.
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3rd Bass Reunites After 13 Years (Video)
July 19, 2013
The emcee wearing glasses is MC Serch. Pimp walking the stage with the fancy umbrella, Prime Minister Pete Nice. On the tables, THE DJ ‘Daddy’ Rich. Incredible. It’s like these guys haven’t lost a lyric, a spin or a step on stage after a more than 13-year hiatus. Respect! The Brooklyn crowd got a treat that night, with 3rd Bass running a set of classic favorites.
BONUS: After the jump, we go back 13 years…
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The Rub (DJ Eleven x DJ Ayres) – “Feel You” feat. Lil Fame x Misun (Marco Polo Remix)
July 18, 2013
DJ Eleven and DJ Ayres – cliqued up as duo The Rub – is releasing an EP of remixes from their first EP of original music appropriately titled “The Rub Remixed.” On the remix for “Feel You” is boom-bap producer Marco Polo… with Lil Fame (of M.O.P.) to complement Misun’s singing. Download this first leak from the remix EP below (for FREE). The EP is due out July 30, 2013.
DOWNLOAD: THE RUB – FEEL YOU FEAT. LIL FAME X MISUN (MARCO POLO REMIX)
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Fabolous – “Money Talks” (Prod. By Araabmuzik) [Video]
July 18, 2013
Fabolous going hard over an Araabmuzik track for Funkmaster Flex’s “Who You Mad At? Me Or Yourself?†mixtape (which you can get from a link in an earlier post here). The video above is a good look for all involved. Check it out!
Whose Rhymes Are The Deepest? Tahir Hemphill’s Hip-Hop Word Count Has An Answer (Video)
July 18, 2013
You’ve probably argued with folks about which emcees’ rhymes displayed lyrical skill… and whose were garbage. Ever wish you had some statistical standard by which you could settle the argument? Well… Harvard University’s WEB Du Bois Hip-Hop Archive Institute Fellow Tahir Hemphill wanted the same thing – a way to mathematically measure the educational level of Hip-Hop lyrics. The result: Hip-Hop Word Count, an online searchable database with over 40,000 rap songs from 1979 to present. The application figures word count, average syllables per word, average letters per syllable, longest polysyllabic word, and educational level needed to grasp the meaning of a song’s lyrics. Hip-Hop Word Count also counts “cleverness” (use of similes, metaphors, cultural references, and rhyme patterns). The final score is a number between 0 (illiterate) to 20 (post-graduate degree).
So, how do some of rap’s standards measure up? Rakim’s “Microphone Fiend†scores 16, as does Jay-Z’s “Dead Presidents 2.†The Notorious B.I.G.’s “Warning†gets 11, and so does Lil Wayne’s “I’m Me.†50 Cent’s “I Get Money†comes in at a 7.
The program can also find out when a particular word or phrase (like references to champagnes or the word ‘Hater’) first appeared in a rap song and how many times it has been mentioned since.
PLUS: Using Hip-Hop Word Count and its features, Hemphill makes some interesting observations about the state of Hip-Hop and society above. Bonus clip after the jump below.
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King I Divine – “Cumulonimbus Lullaby” feat. LD Henriquez (Video)
July 18, 2013
King I Divine with a sexy new video (directed by Anthony “FreePhareal” Alston) for “Cumulonimbus Lullaby” featuring LD Henriquez. This single is off “Cloud 127″ (out now). We posted the link to that earlier here.
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R&B/Soul: Jesse Boykins III – “Sparks” (Coldplay Cover)
July 18, 2013
The Chicago R&B Soul singer does his own rendition of one of my favorite songs from Coldplay. Can’t honestly say I like Jesse’s version better than the original, but I appreciate his version for what it is.
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