Slum Village – “Braveheart†feat. Havoc (of Mobb Deep) [Prod. By Young RJ]
July 10, 2013
We posted the music video for Slum Village’s “Braveheart” (featuring Havoc) a while back. Now, here is the audio for the single. You can get the “Evolution” LP via download link in an earlier post here.
SLUM VILLAGE – BRAVEHEART FEAT. HAVOC (PROD. BY YOUNG RJ) | EVOLUTION
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Wu-Tang Clan Perform For 70,000 In Quebec, Canada (Video)
July 10, 2013
If it’s happening in Canada, you can expect coverage from Montreality. Great clip. The entire Wu-Tang Clan doing it live in Quebec for a crowd of 70,000+.
MC Eiht – “Smoke Sumthin” (Produced By Marco Polo)
July 10, 2013
Compton Hip-Hop heavy hitter MC Eiht flowing over a Marco Polo track for “Smoke Sumthin.†The single appears on the full-length Marco Polo-produced project “The Green EP: Sour Stacks & Hustling Jacks” (out now).
DOWNLOAD: MC EIHT – SMOKE SUMTHIN (FREE) | THE GREEN EP
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Preservation – “Disorderly Conduct” feat. 32 FX (Video)
July 10, 2013
Preservation teamed with Zunbug Turskee to put forth a video for the lead single “Disorderly Conduct” (featuring 32 FX) off the LP “Old Numbers.” More on that after the jump.
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Jay-Z – “Dead Presidents 3” (Prod. By Young Guru)
July 10, 2013
So Jigga got the word that fans wanted that “Dead Presidents 3” (DP3) out… now! Apparently, on this occasion, what the fans want … the fans get. Word got to Jay-Z. He got word to producer Young Guru. And the world got ‘Christmas in July.’
It must be Christmas!!!! It’s coming world!!!! pic.twitter.com/uOgpMpDTSr
— Young Guru (@Young_Guru) July 8, 2013
ESPN’s Outside The Lines: Carry On (Trailer)
July 10, 2013
I watched this on ESPN Sunday afternoon and found it to be nothing short of inspiring. Wow.
The network initially profiled Dartanyon Crockett – legally blind, homeless and motherless – and his friend, Leroy Sutton, who was often found on Crockett’s back (the result of his losing his legs after being run over by a train when he was 11) four years ago. ESPN revisited and updated the touching story of the friendship and bond of these two young athletes today.
Posted in Cover Story, Human Interest, Sports, Television, Videos | Tags: Carry On, Dartanyon Crockett, ESPN, Leroy Sutton, Outside The Lines | No Comments »
Fresh Off The Boat With Eddie Huang: Back in Taiwan (Video)
July 10, 2013
“This is a 5,000 year old culture. The medicine is different. We have a different way of life. And it’s not better. It’s not worse. It’s just what it is.”
– Eddie Huang
For this Fresh Off The Boat (From Vice), Eddie Huang heads back to Taiwan. The 3-parter starts with Eddie exploring metal music in Taiwan scene – face paint, screaming lessons, and furry pink pillows. In Gongguan, there’s diner and debate (on Taiwanese independence) over a home cooked meal with local metal group, CHTHONIC. All this and more. Press play and step off the boat with Eddie.
Posted in Food, Lifestyle, Travel, Videos | Tags: Back in Taiwan, Eddie Huang, Fresh Off The Boat, VICE | No Comments »
Vice: Venezuelan Body Counts (Video)
July 9, 2013
Damn. Vice has a knack for bringing awareness to realities that we should really know and care about through its documentaries. With perspectives that bring focus to peculiarities and injustices around the world, you’ve seen many a Vice post here because the videos are really worth watching. That said, this 3-part video “Venezuelan Body Counts” ranks among the most impactful. And that’s saying a lot. Part 1 above. Parts 2 and 3 after the jump.
Last year alone, Caracas had more violent deaths than Baghdad (Iraq). Vice’s Ryan Duffy traveled to Venezuela to investigate the country’s crime epidemic.
– Vice
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DJ Jazzy Jeff x Mick Boogie – “Summertime Vol. 4” (Mixtape)
July 9, 2013
Is it officially Summer Time yet now that solstice has taken place? Some might say that, but those who know might mark the calendar for summer being “official” when DJ Jazzy Jeff and Mick Boogie release their “Summertime” mixtape. Well, here it is. This year’s block party gift that keeps giving – the “Summertime Vol. 4” mixtape.
DOWNLOAD/STREAM: DJ JAZZY JEFF AND MICK BOOGIE – SUMMERTIME VOL. 4
Posted in Hip-Hop, Mixtapes, Music, R&B | Tags: DJ, IV, Jazzy Jeff, Mick Boogie, SummerTime, Vol 4 | No Comments »
How To Throw A Bachelor Party (Short Film)
July 9, 2013
A crazy group of friends orchestrated a last wild ride for their bro (starting with his kidnapping) – who was about to leave the single life for married bliss. This will tickle your funny bone and pull on your heartstrings. Expertly edited, narrated by Dan Riordan and Ethan Vincze, this is a great short film you’ll watch now and probably watch again with your own crazy group of friends.
Technology: JPEGmini Reduces Photo File Size But Not Quality (Video)
July 9, 2013
Man! Businessweek is my source for leads on good tech! Check out this memory space-saving software product from Beamr (of Tel Aviv, Israel) called JPEGmini. The video I found on it (above) demonstrates how this innovation reduces pic file size while maintaining (and potentially improving) photo quality.
– @ojones1
READ: JPEGMINI SHRINKS PHOTO FILES WITHOUT SACRIFICING QUALITY (BUSINESSWEEK)
J.Wise – “Gas No Breaks” (Video)
July 9, 2013
That hard boom-bap is what J. Wise is dropping on you in his single “Gas No Breaks.” Augmented by soulful vocal harmonization and this video with CRAZY twists, this release should not be missed. Got some bio info on J. Wise after the jump.
– @ojones1
Force Feeding Guantánamo Bay Prisoners: Yasiin Bey Filmed Undergoing the Gruesome Procedure (WARNING: VERY GRAPHIC) [Video]
July 9, 2013
Perhaps you’ve heard political banter making the case for closing ‘Gitmo’ (e.g. the American military detention facility in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba). Perhaps you dismissed it as something about which you, or no one your know, have no particular passion.
That changes today.
Recently released video of Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) on location in London, voluntarily participating in a demonstration of force-feeding procedure for Gitmo prisoners on hunger strike. WARNING: This visual presentation from director Asif Kapadia is DISTURBING. Please watch, if you feel you can. But know either way that this is happening… and that you should care.
Posted in Hip-Hop, Human Interest, Politics, Videos | Tags: awareness, Force Feeding, Force Feeding Procedure, Gitmo, Graphic, Graphic video, Guantanamo Bay, Hunger strike, Protest, Yasiin Bey | 1 Comment »
RoGizz – “Self Love Project” feat. Jules Esquire (EP)
July 9, 2013
Got this full online EP release from RoGizz dropped into my inbox. Picked it up and was glad I did. The Miami (by way of Chicago) emcee has put together a straight-forward compelling project. Good for sit-down Hip-Hop listening.
‘This is a soul fused, introspective collaboration that explores the complexity of Life, Love and the Pursuit of Happiness.’
– RoGizz aka Black Blago
While I came across several blips in scouring the ‘Net for info on RoGizz, the community conscious emcee has not leaked much in the way of “About Me” data beyond where he is from. Kind of in keeping with a ‘minimalist theme’ (reference to his RoGizz.com site design). Presence on Facebook and @RoGizz (on Twitter)… but his YouTube channel about gave the last tidbit I found to share:
“I’m naturally laid back but my love of music brings out all of my emotions. I feel chosen and compelled to speak about how I feel and what I see.”
– RoGizz
Okay. Let’s hear from the the rest from RoGizz himself. Stream his entire “Self Love Project” set below.
– @ojones1
Posted in EP, Hip-Hop, Music | Tags: Jules Esquire, RoGizz, SC, Self Love Project, Streety Wonder | No Comments »
Rich Kidd – “I’d Be Lying†[Video]
July 8, 2013
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Lupe Fiasco – “Lamborghini Angels” + “ITAL (Roses)” + “Audubon Ballroom” (Video)
July 8, 2013
Layers of innovation shown for this video release from Lupe Fiasco. Check out this triple visual drop – including vids for “Lamborghini Angels” and “ITAL (Roses)” AND “Audubon Ballroom” – off “Food & Liquor II: The Great American Rap Album.†Lupe with more than you’d expect…again…a 12+ minute video trilogy. There are all kinds of messages strewn throughout this work; some obvious, others…not so much. You will probably need watch a few times; but you NEED to watch at least once!
LUPE FIASCO – FOOD & LIQUOR II: THE GREAT AMERICAN RAP ALBUM
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R&B: Trey Songz – “Sensational”
July 8, 2013
No doubting Trey Songz talent for coming out with R&B heat. His latest exhibit – “Sensational” – drops just in time for some mid-summer nights’ enjoyment. You know… however, you ‘enjoy’ your summer nights.
Tupac’s Former Body Guard Frank Alexander’s Last Interview (Video)
July 8, 2013
This is the last interview from Tupac’s former body guard, Frank Alexander. You might remember him from his appearance in the ‘Biggie and Tupac‘ documentary. Haunting when you think about it. This is footage of a man in what would be his last days speaking his last words (for the most part)… including comments on the last days and last words of his friend. Five-part interview. Parts 2-5 are embedded after the jump.
Roc Marciano – “Ruff Town” feat. Cormega
July 8, 2013
Here is the video (directed by Deviant) for that “Ruff Town” from Roc Marciano, featuring Cormega. We posted the audio a few weeks back here. You can also get Roc’s last album “Reloaded” via an earlier link we posted here, too. We got you.
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Joey Bada$$ – “Summer Knights” (Album)
July 8, 2013
It’s out. It’s FREE! It’s Joey Bada$$ with “Summer Knights” for your listening enjoyment. Download it via the link below.
DOWNLOAD: JOEY BADA$$ – SUMMER KNIGHTS (ALBUM)
