Kev Brown – “Makeba”
August 15, 2012
Came across a hot single from Maryland-native producer Kev Brown (1/2 of Daily Bread, with Detroit’s Apollo Brown) entitled “Makeba.” Kev’s “South Africa Dedication” EP is out now, with digital and vinyl versions available for purchase. The vinyl includes a jacket with an original illustration by JOE BUCK & detailed liner notes of Kev’s travels and how they inspired him to make this project. Track listing and links to get the “South Africa Dedication” EP appear after the jump.
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Statik Selektah x Termanology’s European Adventure With Nas x Mac Miller (Video)
August 15, 2012
The video (shot and edited by Daniel and Michael of K1X) compiles clips of 1982 (Statik Selektah x Termanology) touring across Europe with Nas, Mac Miller, and others. Backstage snippets, b-roll footage on the road, interactions with fans, and a vignette of the 1982 duo rocking their hit “Lights Down” off their mixtape “2012” (out now) in front of an eager crowd adorn this piece.
1982 – LIGHTS DOWN FT. BIG K.R.I.T. (SINGLE) | 2012 (MIXTAPE)
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R&B: Rochelle Jordan – “Pressure” (Mixtape)
August 15, 2012
Remember that nice joint “Losing” we posted here a while ago? Well, Toronto’s own Rochelle Jordan is back with her full mixtape – “Pressure” (entirely FREE here) – and there is more to enjoy! Twelve tracks… and “Losing” was just the tip of a very cool iceberg. Nice.
DOWNLOAD: ROCHELLE JORDAN – PRESSURE (MIXTAPE) | LOSING (SINGLE)
Busta Rhymes: “Life & Rhymes” (Documentary)
August 15, 2012
Busta Rhymes shares the origins of his Hip-Hop dream, the evolution of Hip-Hop in NY as he came up, and more in this video. In addition, some of his homies speak on his unique rhyme style, his work ethic and business drive, and how he continues to move crowds today. Watch this in-depth documentary, “Life & Rhymes.”
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RZA Directs and Stars In ‘The Man With The Iron Fists’ (Movie Trailer)
August 15, 2012
‘Quentin Tarantino presents “The Man With The Iron Fists,” an action-adventure inspired by kung-fu classics as interpreted by his longtime collaborators RZA [of Hip-Hop’s Wu-Tang Clan] and Eli Roth. Making his debut as a big-screen director, co-writer and leading man, RZA – alongside an exciting international cast led by Russell Crowe and Lucy Liu – tells the epic story of warriors, assassins and a lone outsider hero who all descend on one fabled village in China for a winner-takes-all battle for a fortune in gold.’ – Official Webiste
Question: Is that pro wrestler Dave Batista from WWE in the trailer, too? So that’s where he went!
Posted in Cover Story, EVENTS, Hip-Hop, Videos | Tags: Eli Roth, kung-fu, Lucy Liu, Quentin Tarantino, Russell Crowe, Rza, The Man With The Iron Fists, Trailer | 4 Comments »
Luck-One x Dekk – “Searchin'” (Video)
August 15, 2012
Nice right from the start of the video… if only we thought of this when we hear stacks and racks. Luck-One & Deck bring this smooth Hip-Hop from Portland, Oregon to your eardrum. Good vibe. “Can’t complain about a labor of love,” the verse goes. Luck-One & Dekk keep “Searchin'” for balance – taking care of family, pursuing destiny, staying legitimate, and such. It’s hard out here for real artists. Appreciate that… and this video. Bonus: You can get the single, “Searchin'” right here…and the entire “Beautiful Music Part 2” mixtape after the jump.
DOWNLOAD: LUCK-ONE X DEKK – SEARCHIN
Vicky Green – “Riverside”
August 15, 2012
Hailing from Harlem & Yonkers respectively, Vicky Green steps on the scene with a musical mission to spread her soulful sound, empower women, and represent the trials and tribulations of her urban upbringing. Her first single, “Riverside” (off her debut “Beauty School Drop Out” EP) is a descriptive explanation of everyday life in Harlem, NY. At the same time, she draws parallels to what happens in hoods all around! This is dope! This is Hip-Hop!
DOWNLOAD: VICKY GREEN – RIVERSIDE (DIRTY) | (CLEAN)
Ludaversal: Swizz Beatz Flies Ludacris Out To Cannes, France (Video)
August 15, 2012
In Ludaversal Blog 1 Ludacris talked about getting the phone call from Swizz Beatz about shooting his video in Cannes, France with Chris Brown. We have that and Ludaversal Blog 2 in an earlier post here. Now, in this third installment, check out what happened once Ludacris stepped off the private plane. Without giving it away… fine women… fine dining… and… as for the rest and what’s next? Well, watch and see.
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Kendrick Lamar: PitchFork Music Festival (Video)
August 15, 2012
Kendrick Lamar performs at the Pitchfork Music Festival and does his publicity runs. Shows… then reporters… then radio… It’s not easy, but Kendrick declares he would rather do all that (as part of the life he loves) than sit at home or do anything else. Great attitude. Glad producer/director Eavvon O’Neal (and others) put this together to show that, and Kendrick’s desire to take the feel he had on the underground circuit to the mainstream (e.g. not ‘selling out’ despite what some may think). Side note: Watching this video, I see that “Swimming Pools” was made for the festival stage! Enjoy.
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Comedy: Playboy Tre Is ‘BALLIN’ On The 30th Floor (Video)
August 15, 2012
Playboy Tre could not care less about the haters… they can jump from the 30th Floor while he stays BAAAALLLIIINNN! Hahaaaa. No love for the Canadian Border Patrol either… or those check-chasing-burper-slurpers… all of ’em can JUMP! All the while he’ll be BAAAALLLIIINNN on the 30th Floor! Y’all already know Playboy Tre is a fool and a half. This video is great for a few laughs, too.
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The Beatz & Lyrics Show with Jayforce: Saving Hip Hop Edition [Rebroadcast/Podcast]
August 14, 2012
RESCUING THE FANS OF REAL QUALITY HIP HOP RADIO FROM WACK RAP MUSIC!!!
THE BEATZ & LYRICS SHOW WITH JAYFORCE!
This special ‘BABEWATCH’ Edition of The Beatz & Lyrics Show with Jayforce aired on Saturday 6/30/12 featuring nothing but non-stop hip hop bangerz! No special guests on the show this week so we had nothing but heat the whole show! It’s another explosive edition of the world’s livest hip hop show broadcasting from Atlanta!
[DOWNLOAD THE NEW “JAYFORCE” APP FROM iTUNES]
Make sure you check out the new “JAYFORCE” APP for iPhone, Android & Blackberry! YOU CAN DOWNLOAD THE NEW APP HERE!
This is another banger laced edition of the ‘Beatz & Lyrics Show with Jayforce! Click on the appropriate links for the complete tracklisting in each segment. Listen or download parts 1, 2, & 3 from above, below or from itunes.
PART 1 | PART 2 | PART 3 | iTUNES | MAIN PODCAST PAGE
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Kendrick Lamar x ScHoolBoy Q: “Under The Influence of Music” (Ep. 1) [Video]
August 14, 2012
In Episode 1 of Top Dawg Entertainment’s (TDE) “Under The Influence of Music” tour vlog (i.e. video “blog”), Kendrick Lamar and ScHoolboy Q are shown traveling city-to-city, engaging in all kinds mischief and foolishness, and ultimately cutting their own version of Rick Ross’ “Hold Me Back” video.
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R&B/Soul: Vivian Green – “Anything Out There”
August 14, 2012
Slated to be on her upcoming release, “The Green Room,” Vivian Green presents “Anything Out There.” Syrupy sweet and smooth. Rock this when you’re in the chill zone (or when you want to get there). The single is available for download via iTunes now. “The Green Room” will be out on September 25, 2012.
Statik Selektah x Termanology (1982) – “Up Every Night” (Remix) feat. Cory Gunz x Kid Ink
August 14, 2012
This is a remix to “Up Every Night” by 1982 (Statik Selektah and Termanology) featuring Cory Gunz and Kid Ink. The original version is on 1982’s album “2012” (available via earlier post here).
STATIK SELEKTAH X TERMANOLOGY – UP EVERY NIGHT (REMIX) FT. CORY GUNZ X KID INK | 2012
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R&B/Soul: AAries – “Don’t Give It Up”
August 14, 2012
Coming soon on the “Reel People Music” release, Philly Twin Sister act AAries blesses us with “Don’t Give It Up.” You can stream it right here for now. The release date for “Reel People Music” is August 17, 2012 (days away; so, we won’t be waiting long).
Statik Selektah – “Something Special” feat. Termanology x Ea$y Money
August 14, 2012
Here is the first leak from “Extended Play“ – Statik Selektah’s upcoming solo release. The track is called “Something Special” and features Termanology and Ea$y Money.
DOWNLOAD: STATIK SELEKTAH – SOMETHING SPECIAL FT. TERMANOLOGY X EA$Y MONEY
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Uptown XO – “Errybody” (Prod. AB The Pro) [Video]
August 14, 2012
Uptown XO (of Diamond District) is back with “Errybody” (produced by AB The Pro), a track from the upcoming mixtape entitled “The Color Gray” (due out October 1, 2012). The lyricism on this is nice…but that beat…will make you bounce. Promise!
Slaughterhouse’s ‘Complex’ Feelings (Video)
August 14, 2012
Complex.com’s “30 Rappers in Their Thirties” list has set off a tidal wave of feelings with Slaughterhouse. It’s okay to chuckle as we ride it out with Joe Budden, Royce da 5’9, Joell Ortiz and Crooked I; because these fools are hilarious! Feel their “pain.” Share it. Grow from the experience. Hahahaaa.
Posted in Comedy, Hip-Hop, Videos | Tags: Complex, Complex.com, Crooked I, Joe Budden, Joell Ortiz, Royce Da 5'9, SlaughterHouse | No Comments »
Stu Bangas x Vanderslice – “Casino Royale” Ft. Apathy x Blacastan (Video)
August 14, 2012
Hard rhymes and soft Honeyz… shot at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Vegas… You’re already in, right? But on top of all that, this song and video for “Casino Royale” is worthy! Apathy and Blacastan going HARD (that line about feeding fetuses fetuses… whoa) on a quality beat make it so. The song is on “Diggaz With Attitude” – a full-length 17-track release from Stu Bangas and Vanderslice – is due out August 28, 2012. But you can pre-order it via iTunes.
Posted in Hip-Hop, Videos | Tags: APATHY, Blacastan, Diggaz With Attiude, Stu Bangas, VAnderslice | 1 Comment »
J Dilla – “Rebirth Is Necessary” feat. Tone Plummer x Mr Wrong (Video)
August 14, 2012
The “Rebirth Of Detroit” by the late Detroit great J Dilla is IN STORES NOW (available at FatBeats). This video for his cut “Rebirth Is Necessary” (featuring Tone Plummer and Mr. Wrong) has a rough look to it. But listening to the song, it feels right. Points to Ron Moe and Dirtty Ratt (of Ghosttown Entertainment) for the shot selections, and Rowe Shot Me for the edit, and for keeping the look grimy while embodying a sense of urgency…in keeping with the gritty feel and duress inherent in the song. Respect!
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