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Saturday, November 13, 2010
Return of the Real: Chuuwee is Next to Blow
Return of the Real: Chuuwee is Next to Blow [Click to read]
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Take Three: DJ Shadow "Entroducing..."
"....now approaching MIDNIIIIGHT!"Now, I realize that this debut album from DJ Shadow debuted in 1996. But allow me to take you back to yet another story. It was the year 1999. We just got our first hookah cafe, and it was nearby a record store I frequented. They had never sold any vinyl (it would be about a year after that, that this store started finally getting used vinyl in) and I had always spent a majority of my paycheck there. Fast forward to my 19th birthday. We all went to the hookah bar nearby and it was filled to the brim with well-wishers all around. There were some gifts that were bought, but one of the gifts that intrigued me the most, was that a friend bought me a used copy of this record. Monday, when I went back on campus at the U of M in the Twin Cities, it was still days away until spring supposedly begun, and there was still blustery, cold air, and snow still rested on the ground. Regardless, at 8am, I arrived on campus and put on "Entroducing" in my headphones, and the album stuck with me for many years to come, as it did a lot of other folks.
Indeed, Josh Davis wanted to show us there was much more to hip-hop than just sampling. He made sampling what the violin was to orchestral chamber music, it was a means to create something beautiful, ethereal, emotional, a whole rush of feelings and then some. And looking back 14 years, it certainly has made its mark on music. Yeah, you know what time it is. Take Three is taking place, where we take 3 cuts from a classic record and unload 'em on you, the unaware listener and purveyor of music, and let you go free to explore. So yeah, let's do this like Brutus baby.
1. Changeling (Transmission 1)
Yeah, those harmonic organs at the beginning catch you off guard, then all of a sudden, you get layers added, one after the other, all in proper transitional phases. Don't think so? The jazzy drum-set swing, the occasional oft-kilter scratches, a richly looped bass line, a melodic acoustic guitar chorus, with a flute to complement. But there's also tons more to it, the hauntingly beautiful vocals and saxophone elements that strike around the 3 minute mark, the building outro which lasts for nearly two minutes until it sustains off to nothing, there's so much to this song that is well layered.
2. Midnight In A Perfect World
"The clock on the wall reads a quarter past midnight...." the voice shouts, while vocals and organs make their way, and then you get the drums of death delivered pleasantly, and not in an overpowering manner. Scratches make their way inside, but they are mere blips, just as the voice that is repeating "midnight" as well as the stuttered staccato of Gift of Gab saying "now approaching MIDNIIIIGHT!" Once again, Shadow does an excellent job of layering all the proper elements. Definitely one of the best night time songs ever. And if it's not part of your night time list, well then, this is all the more reason you need to put it there.
3. The Numbers Song
In a lot of ways, "Entroducing..." showcased the perspective of a producer, from a producer himself. Maybe in a lot of ways it could come off as egotistical, but few, if any people, have knowledge what a producer does to make a song stand on its own legs, and "The Numbers Song" is a perfect example of this, because you get a menacing funk drum break, along with distorted, deathly guitars to create this little concoction. You don't just get that either, you get tons of joined together funk samples with furious scratches delivered with passion, power and intensity. And everytime it breaks down, you'd swear its about to end. But it doesn't. This is probably the shortest of the previous two songs I listed, but it definitely requires an ear to pick up on everything.
Indeed, Josh Davis wanted to show us there was much more to hip-hop than just sampling. He made sampling what the violin was to orchestral chamber music, it was a means to create something beautiful, ethereal, emotional, a whole rush of feelings and then some. And looking back 14 years, it certainly has made its mark on music. Yeah, you know what time it is. Take Three is taking place, where we take 3 cuts from a classic record and unload 'em on you, the unaware listener and purveyor of music, and let you go free to explore. So yeah, let's do this like Brutus baby.
1. Changeling (Transmission 1)
Yeah, those harmonic organs at the beginning catch you off guard, then all of a sudden, you get layers added, one after the other, all in proper transitional phases. Don't think so? The jazzy drum-set swing, the occasional oft-kilter scratches, a richly looped bass line, a melodic acoustic guitar chorus, with a flute to complement. But there's also tons more to it, the hauntingly beautiful vocals and saxophone elements that strike around the 3 minute mark, the building outro which lasts for nearly two minutes until it sustains off to nothing, there's so much to this song that is well layered.
2. Midnight In A Perfect World
"The clock on the wall reads a quarter past midnight...." the voice shouts, while vocals and organs make their way, and then you get the drums of death delivered pleasantly, and not in an overpowering manner. Scratches make their way inside, but they are mere blips, just as the voice that is repeating "midnight" as well as the stuttered staccato of Gift of Gab saying "now approaching MIDNIIIIGHT!" Once again, Shadow does an excellent job of layering all the proper elements. Definitely one of the best night time songs ever. And if it's not part of your night time list, well then, this is all the more reason you need to put it there.
3. The Numbers Song
In a lot of ways, "Entroducing..." showcased the perspective of a producer, from a producer himself. Maybe in a lot of ways it could come off as egotistical, but few, if any people, have knowledge what a producer does to make a song stand on its own legs, and "The Numbers Song" is a perfect example of this, because you get a menacing funk drum break, along with distorted, deathly guitars to create this little concoction. You don't just get that either, you get tons of joined together funk samples with furious scratches delivered with passion, power and intensity. And everytime it breaks down, you'd swear its about to end. But it doesn't. This is probably the shortest of the previous two songs I listed, but it definitely requires an ear to pick up on everything.
Check It ... SPEAK Easy "Cut You Down"
"...chopped it up with Poppe and he told me don't bother. Create some dope shit and connect with The Mad Bloggers..."
Wait, did SPEAK Easy take a Johnny Cash track, flip that and reference The Mad Bloggers all at the same time? Yeah, he did. This joint right here is insane. INSANE! Stop sleeping on SPEAK Easy. Seriously. Check it out. And enjoy.
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EVENT: BLACKout 2010
EVENT:
NEW ORLEANS – IdleMindz Media & Entertainment Group presents BLACKout! 2010 the third Annual Red Carpet Benefit Concert for Sickle Cell Disease. This event will take place November 14, 2010 at Republic New Orleans. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Sickle Cell fund started by the group and will be used in part to help supplement the cost of registration for Sickle Cell carriers wishing to attend the Northern California Sickle Cell summer camp as well as help to bring more awareness to Sickle Cell Disease.
Sickle Cell Disease is an inherited blood disorder, which causes severe pain, damage to vital organs, and for some, death in childhood. It affects 1 in 500 African Americans, whose average life expectancy is 45 years. Carriers of Sickle Cell often have pain attacks and other medical problems that place them in the hospital often, costing the United States approximately $475 million per year. While there are a few treatment options available for some carriers, there is currently no cure for Sickle Cell.
BLACKout! 2010 feature a performance from two of HBO’s Def Jam Poets: Sunni Patterson of New Orleans and Abyss of Atlanta, GA. The evening will also showcase performances by talented singers, poets, and a live band. Some of these performers include Kourtney Heart, Rantz Davis, Chelsea Blanco and R&B/Soul & Funk band, 3rd Degree and more. TheSeKondElement will host and the legendary E.F. Cuttin will be the DJ for the evening.
BLACKout! 2010 is sponsored by the New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Hornets, offBeat Magazine, SCD Soldier Network, What'z Da Count?, HBCU Digest, WTUL 91.5 FM, TheIMMEG.com, Gambit Weekly, Noyo Designs, the GO DJs, and many more.
IdleMindz Media & Entertainment Group was founded in 2007 with the goal of fostering positive community change through media and entertainment. The company is comprised of college students and young adults from all over the country, who have at least one thing in common: a commitment to bettering our communities!
To support this event, purchase tickets, become an official sponsor, or learn more about Sickle Cell Disease please visit the group’s official website: www.idlemindz.org.
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Check It ... e.d.g.e. "Cashfleaux" x "Sleep Pattern"
Check out a few new tracks from the homie e.d.g.e. "Cashfleaux" is a freeverse track and "Sleep Pattern" is off of the upcoming EP, The 29th Year. Artwork above by TCU (your boy Q!) for the project. e.d.g.e. is dope and you'll enjoy both of these tracks. Look out for the EP dropping November 15! Enjoy. Chea!
Download: "Cashfleaux" (produced by Stewie Vuiton)
Download: "Sleep Pattern" (produced by e.d.g.e.)
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EVENT: Tanya Morgan & Big Pooh So Motivational Tour
Check out the info for the upcoming Tanya Morgan x Big Pooh So Motivational Tour.
Indie-Rap heroes Tanya Morgan and Rapper Big Pooh (of Little Brother fame) will hit the road this winter for the So Motivational Tour, a 6-city run that kicks off in Philadelphia at the Blockley Playhouse on December 1st. Also joining the fray will be Big Pooh's crew, Hall of Justus, comprised of North Carolina MC's Joe Scudda, Chaundon and Jozeemo.
Promoting their feature as playable, in-game characters in the new NBA2K11, Tanya Morgan will be giving away a copy of the video game to one lucky fan at each stop on the tour.
"These guys have a lot of history, and there has always been a positive energy," says Big Dho, longtime manager of Little Brother and Hall of Justus. "We are going to bring that energy to the stage, so no matter what, it's going to be a great show every night". The run of shows will serve as a preview for fans to a more extensive tour the 2 groups have planned for 2011.
So Motivational Dates for 2010:
Wednesday, December 1st - Philadelphia, PAat Blockley Playhouse
Thursday, December 2nd - Pittsburgh, PA at Shadow Lounge
Friday, December 3rd - Cleveland, OH at Grog Shop
Saturday, December 4th - Rochester, NY at Venu
Wendesay, December 8th - Brooklyn, NY at Public Assembly
Friday, December 10th - Boston, MA at Church
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Interview: Rich Kidd x TheComeUpShow.com
Shouts to Chedo over at TheComeUpShow.com for the dope interview with producer/emcee Rich Kidd. Enjoy.
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Friday, November 12, 2010
Check It ... Copywrite - "Seratonin" (Produced by Josh Gabriel)
New Copywrite joint. Check it!
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Copywrite's "Seratonin" (produced by Josh Gabriel) is from his upcoming sophomore album "Life and Times of Peter Nelson" which will be released by Man Bites Dog Records on 11/16/2010 (iTunes release) and 11-30-2010 (Retail release).
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Check It ... Illecism - "Akira" and "Coinstar"
I don't know much about AKIRA, (ã‚¢ã‚ラ?) the 1988 Japanese animated action film written and directed by Katsuhiro Otomo based on his hit manga, per wikipedia, but I do know that I like this new track by Illecism. "Microphone so powerful, I name that girl Akira" plays over and over in my head after a few spins of this track. So far, what I've heard from Illecism, I find satisfactory. Haha. Check it.
And listen to the previously released "Coinstar":
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Check It ... Breez Evaflowin' - The Best (Dirt E. Dutch Remix) ft Core Rhythym, Infinito 2017, Freestyle, Rabi Darkside, Homeboy Sandman & more!
Here's Breez Evaflowin' off his latest album with a track titled The Best, remixed by a talented Dirt E. Dutch and it features an amazing line up of guests. Read the story behind the album and check out the track at the end.
AS HE GOES ON...
IS THIS THE LAST WE WILL SEE OF BREEZ EVAHFLOWIN?
With his last album receiving rave reviews for the way it dealt with the angst of dealing with personal and artistic transition, Breez Evahflowin's newest album As He Goes On... set for release on October 12, 2010 reveals the mature MC: relaxed, confident, and wise. If the last album outlined the personal battles facing Breez as an MC, his newest reveals the aftermath. Unpretentious, at peace with his status as a mature artist ready to leave the game, Breez delivers his closing argument. The verdict? As He Goes On... is the last testament of an MC. It's a title which alludes to the passing of a life.
In an interview with UGSMAG.com Breez acknowledges how he has changed during the course of his career. Coming into the scene as a combative battle rapper, he is leaving it as a songwriter who makes music "from a 38-old, for people in their 30s and maybe people in their 20s who understand what I’m talking about." If a person's music reflects their life, then As He Goes On.... reveals the changes of growing older, ultimately opening the door to the final transition. In As He Goes On... Breez steps through that door with no regrets.
Check It ... Rockie Fresh - My Season (Prod. The Cartoonz)
Another dope freestyle entry caught over at DJBooth's spot. Check it.
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Hey Friends,
The 213th entry in DJBooth.net and Streetammo‘s Exclusive Freestyle Series comes courtesy of Rockie Fresh, the Windy City native who earned reader approval for What’s the Hurry in late October. On his brand new, exclusive My Season freestyle, the APG Music Group emcee flows over original boardwork by The Cartoonz (The Gift & LPeezy). Fresh off recent gigs at A3C and CMJ, Rockie Fresh is currently preparing for the December 14, release of his Otherside mixtape, produced entirely by The Cartoonz and featuring appearances by Naledge (of Kidz in the Hall), Phil Adé and Rich Hil.
Feature Link:
Rockie Fresh - My Season
Download Link (right click, save as):
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Best, Z.
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Check It ... VISUAL - "Just Like You ft. Scheme & Wes Restless"
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New song from Working Class Legend: OVERTIME which will be released 11.23.10.
A commercial for the album can be found here : Working Class Legend: OVERTIME commercial & if you don't have the first music video it can be seen here : VISUAL "What's up Joe" feat. Ale Nova music.video
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