Slaughterhouse w/ guests Duece Bug and more (Pics & Vids)

Slaughterhouse came through CT once again but after a longer time in the industry, folks must have been a lot more hip to who they were because the place was packed as hell. Wall to wall fans lined up to see these four lyrical monsters do what they're known to do on the mic. Their personalities on Twitter and their video blogs, which is up to number 6 now, add a lot to who these guys are which in turn brings more fans to the show. But let's not forget, the homies Duece Bug, Chuck Nickels, and White Cheddar helped get the night started. With their energetic stage presence, these cats spit lyrics after lyrics while using practically every inch of the stage to liven up the crowd. Overall, it was a dope ass night. You could feel the intensity in the air and that Hip-Hop was definitely in the building. If you missed it or want to relive it, check these photos and videos out. Shoutout to my friend E for helping me shoot some of the show. Also, peep our Facebook page for even more photos. (Link on the right.)

Poison Pen, Chino XL, and Immortal Technique at Toad's Place (Pics & Vids)

If you missed the Immortal Technique and Chino XL show at Toad's, you can check out the photos and video here. That night was explosive with those two on stage and host Poison Pen added to the excitement of the night. Peep it.

Hometown Heroes (Pics & Vids)

If you missed out on the Hometown Heroes show and all the talented artists who performed, check out some of the photos and videos I got here. Night was filled with nonstop dope music.

Check It: Blacastan at Corner Pocket (Pics & Vids)

If you missed the Blacastan show at Corner Pocket, you can check out the pictures and videos from that show which also featuring a bunch of other dope talent out of Connecticut.

What I'm Watching: The Roots & Big K.R.I.T. Perform Make My (Live At Highline Ballroom)

I rarely post videos of live shows that I didn't attend but I couldn't let this one slide. It's The Roots and Big K.R.I.T. performing "Make My" which is off of "Undun", the album that was released yesterday. It's been getting a crazy amount of great reviews everywhere but I'm not surprised. They are an amazing band. Check out the video and see a little of what I'm talking about.


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The Tex Wattsun Chronic-als CD Release Show (Pics & Vids)

Finally got done with the pics and a few videos from Duece Bug's The Tex Wattsun Chronic-als CD release show. Probably one of the funnest shows I've been to in a while. Definitely check their music out. Good stuff. Check it.

EVENT: The Return Of Enter The Cypher: The 6th Year Anniversary! (Tonight!!!)

 

 

CT's longest running hip-hop showcase returns with its 6 year anniversary in its new home: Acoustic Cafe (http://acousticafe.com/) in Bridgeport, CT!

Hosted as always by the incredible D_Cyphernauts and new host Sketch tha cataclysm (http://sketchtc.com/). DJ Mo Niklz (http://moniklz.bandcamp.com/) spins the audio/video all evening.

Featured acts include:

Coole High
http://coolehigh.com/
Phenetiks (AFA)
http://phenetiks.bandcamp.com/
http://littleax.com/
PremRock & Willie Green
http://planetpremrock.com/
http://williegreenmusic.com/
Workforce (AFA)
http://workforce.bandcamp.com/
http://littleax.com/
Tha Blaqout Cru
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Blaqout-Cru-Entertainment/187193411321759?ref=ts&sk=wall


To sign up for two song or ten minute open mic spots arrive at 8pm. Spots are limited and are first come first serve.

$5 cover with the proceeds going to
The Danny Holt Memorial Fund
http://www.dholt36.org/

Event page: Enter The Cypher


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Check It ... Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival (Videos Pt 1 + 2)

Finally got some videos from the Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival here for you guys. With so many amazing artists hitting the stage, as a blogger, I'd have to apologize for the quality of these videos. As a fan, I was so into the show that I missed some opportunities to get videos of a few others, but no apologies here. Haha. From L.A. to Eternia, from Random Axe to Kanye West, I was able to get some good footage for those who missed it or those who wanna relive that day. Check out the first part of videos and make sure you stay tuned to part 2 coming.





Also, if you haven't, check out the pictures from the BHF '11 right here: No Sleep 'Til Brooklyn: Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival Recap

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Check It ... Mindz-I Ent. presents FUZEONFEST 2011 ft KRS-One, Mr. Lif, Duece Bug, Jacobi Wichita and more. (Photos)

It was an exciting night brought to you by the folks over at Mindz-I Entertainment. Seems like every show they present, it gets bigger and bigger. This time wasn't any different when they hosted a bunch of rock and Hip-Hop acts at Toad's Place. As you can see from the flyer and the photos, it was a wild and dope night.

The show started at 5:30pm on that Sunday and didn't end till around 1:30 in the morning. When I tell you that I was beat, trust me and know that that's an understatement. The night turned out great with all the music each act performed as well as the breakers in the audience. It was pretty dope to see artists I know such as DJ Mo Niklz, Duece Bug, Chuck Nickles, Blacastan and Pruven on the same stage as Mr. Lif and the legendary KRS-One and perform along with Mr. Lif even. Apathy, a really talented MC out of CT and affiliated with the Demigodz, hosted the evening and got to enjoy it from the sidelines.

With so much to recall, I figured I'd let the photos tell the story. You know The Mad Bloggers had to be there and I didn't let off with the camera work either. So here's a bunch of pics you can take a look through and see what you missed if you didn't go or reminisce on the night if you were there. Check it.

Check It ... Political Animals, Roc Doogie, PremRock, and Jesse Abraham at Acoustic Cafe (Photos)

Acoustic Cafe was hosts to yet another round of talented artists hosted by Sketch tha Cataclysm on July 9th. For a whopping $5, you got to hear music by New York's own PremRock and Jesse Abraham as well as CT's Roc Doogie and Political Animals with guests like D_Cyphernauts, Hawl Digg, and Dirt E. Dutch making an appearance in the night's event. While enjoying the dope music throughout the night, I was in TMB mode snapping pics and got a few videos before I unfortunately ran out of space. Haha. Check it them out.

Apathy - Live at Acoustic Cafe

Acoustic Cafe held a dope Hip-Hop show brought to you by Mindz I - Entertainment over the weekend. Hosted by MetaMusik, I witnessed some good Hip-Hop throughout the night. I was able to get a few flicks and video from the night in between the drinks and the enjoyment of the show. Haha. Check it after the jump.

Check It ... Fifth Independent's Day Showcase (Pics & Vids)

If you were in the building for our fifth Independent's Day Showcase, you were part of the dope folks that got to experience what we bring to you in the form of these talented artists and their incredible music. They all were hyped and kept the crowd entertained throughout the entire night. We ended with our first ever open mic cypher which added even more intensity to what was an already successful night. All mentioned was caught on camera. Check it by clicking Read More.

Check It ... Mindz-I Ent & BigBar Radio presents: Full Blast Movement (Pics & Vid)

Check out the rest of the pictures from the night I took and the video that Esco put together by clicking Read More...

EVENT: Reef The Lost Cauze w/guests Asylum Lifetime and Political Animals (Music by DJ Sherm LaRock)

On Saturday, February 12th, check out this dope event right here in Connecticut's capital. You already know. Come through and enjoy some of that Hip-Hop music you can nod your head to.

Best Hip-Hop cats in CT will be in the building and you know we always have some special treats for y'all. The one and only Reef the Lost Cauze (of Army of the Pharaohs) from Philly will be in the building tearing it down. Political Animals will be back in action after a brief hiatus. Asylum Lifetime and Sherm LaRock will be performing and their new album, Political Asylum, will be available. Come down and see what real hip hop is all about.

Sully's Pub
2071 Park Street
Hartford, CT

21+
Cover $12
Doors: 8pm
Show: 10pm

For more info on shows: Rick The Mick on Twitter

Check this event on Facebook: Reef The Lost Cauze

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EVENT: Mindz-I Entertainment & BigBar Radio Presents ...THE FULL BLAST MOVEMENT

Mindz-I Entertainment & BigBar Radio Presents The Full Blast Movement: A Connecticut Hip Hop Showcase

Hosted by the best hype man in CT, Chuck Nickels!

Acoustic Cafe 2926 Fairfield Ave in Bridgeport, CT.

2 Days Before Valentines Day come celebrate CT Based Hip Hop & The Full Blast Movement!
$5 In Advance $8 At The Door!
21+ Only ID Required

Tickets Available from BigBar Radio, Mindz-I Entertainment and All Performers!

Featuring Performances By:
Duece Bug
Meta Musick (Unikron & SoHo)
BC Connect
Wednesday Atoms
M.C.J.r. Star

And more to be announced very soon!

BigBar Radio will be broadcasting LIVE on location for the entire event!
For more information tune into BigBar Radio www.BigBarRadio.com

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Check It ... Fourth Independent's Day Showcase (Pics)

 

Finally, the pictures from our fourth Independent's Day Showcase are here.  It was such a dope night and I think everyone who was in attendance can all agree.  Music was dope, crowd was live, energy was through the roof.  Thank you to everyone who came out, everyone who performed and everyone else in between.  Now...without further ado, click Read More to check out the pictures from the eventful night.

Check It ... Lauryn Hill at Toad's Place (Pics and Vids)

Soon as I found out that Lauryn Hill was coming through to perform around my area, I had to be on it for several reasons. I didn't know what to expect from the show and from Ms. Hill but was down to see for myself. Having to wait 3 hours for her to get on stage from what supposed to be a 9pm show start and dropping $50 on a ticket, I wasn't feeling too good about what I thought was to come. After hours of waiting in a packed spot, antsy, agitated, cramped, her band members started filling the stage. I figured then she had to show up and that she was late. Her DJ even had stated earlier in the night that she was running late due to a fire in a hotel or something. Don't take my word for it because it was hard to hear when he gave the explanation.

Finally, after about another half hour of her band setting up she was spotted. Crowd went bananas. Song after song she performed her hits with minimal stops and maximum energy. It was hard to hear some of her singing and therefore hard to figure out what songs she was performing, but overall it was a decent show. But, I think that's enough about me trying to describe it with my words. Check out the videos by clicking READ MORE to view them and see for yourself. Enjoy.

Check It ... Bell Biv DeVoe at Toad's Place

Check out Bell Biv DeVoe when they stopped at Toad's Place as part of their 5 city tour. Place was packed and it turned out to be a really good show. DoItAll from Lords of the Underground even stopped by for a very quick impromptu of Chief Rocka. Click "Read More" to see the pictures and videos.

The L.A. Show - LegendFactory Live

L.A. is energy. And she's dope too. Catch the Steven Scooba Alexander shot vid of her LegendFactory Live performance. Enjoy. Chea!


The L.A. Show- LegendFactory Live from Amanda Chavis on Vimeo.


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Check It ... Duck Down Tour at Toad's Place (@DuckDownRecords)

Finally hitting you with the visuals (and live footage) of the Duck Down Tour that stopped at Toad's Place in New Haven, CT. This show was so damn dope. Adrenaline was rushing, crowd was nonstop loud, everyone was hyped. If you get a chance to see these heads rock, I suggest you go. 15 Year Anniversary Tour and they did not disappoint. Real dope Hip-Hop was definitely representing this night. My bad for being a few days late with this. Check the pictures and videos by clicking the Read More...