Natasha Ramos: A Day In Her Journey, episodes 1-3

There's a business side and there's a human side to every artist. Today, we get to see the very human side of Natasha Ramos. Sounding more amazing than ever, we get to see in episode 1 the time she spends  in the studio working hard. If you're an artist, producer, engineer or someone familiar with the music industry, you know the time that's spent in the lab perfecting the craft. Though in episode 2, we get to see the goof in Natasha, as well as the crazy, silly studio shenanigans. In episode 2, we get an intimate but brief look into Natasha's familial and personal life. And you know the girl is dope because she plays Michael Jackson: The Experience on the Wii. You can't beat that kind of awesome. Ha! So if you're a fan of Natasha Ramos (which you should already be), check out her "A Day In Her Journey" series on YouTube below. Enjoy.

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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 195

As a woman, I can completely identify with Kirby's latest track, "Save Him." What I love most about this song is the progression of reality in the lyrics. At the beginning, the thought of being able to save a man is a tangible one, but towards the end, the realization sets in of how impossible a feat saving him is. Nothing short of brilliant honesty here. Enjoy.

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AWKWORD "Back to BK" feat. D. Julien, Dom O Briggs, Poison Pen & Tone Spliff

Brooklyn bound this weekend, fitting that this is my last post until Monday. Enjoy.



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D/Will & Dominique Larue Presents "diem."

"Regardless, the goal is satisfy the listener with a multitude of ideas on seven tracks, with the privilege of not skipping a track."

D/Will & Dominique Larue drop off their new project diem. I'm definitely digging the vibe laid out by the Ohio emcee and Missouri producer. Following their 2010 EP carpe., the duo continue to build on their musical chemistry to deliver a cohesive and quality project. No skips. Hit play and enjoy. Chea!



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Interview: Miss Special x Rapsody

I missed this one a few days back. Well, I'm caught up now. Ha! Fresh interview. Enjoy Miss Special chopping it up with Rapsody.

Miss Special caught up with Rapsody after the Kooley High show in Brooklyn last week,the same day that she debuted her song "Believe Me" on local radio. They spoke about the NBA Championship, being nicknamed "The Beat Hoarder" in the studio, and her favorite 9th Wonder samples.

She also spoke about doing songs that are "bigger" and the preparation of her album "The Idea of Beautiful" which releases August 28, 2012. She also says that it is mostly produced by 9th Wonder and The Soul Council, and names the features including: Mac Miller, Pete Rock, Ab Soul, Raekwon, BJ The Chicago Kid, and more.

In addition she mentions working with Chuuwee soon and her upcoming trip to South Africa.

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J. ManifestO "Monologue"

New music from J. ManifestO. This is the Monologue. Enjoy.



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Hip-Hop Breakfast Ep 134

It's Friday. And as with every Friday, this episode is compiled of dope tracks featured over at RefinedHype and DJBooth throughout the week. I hope this EP helps kick off your weekend. Chea!

01. Frank Ocean feat. Andre' 3000 - Pink Matter
02. Danami - Radio
03. Rich Kid Sound System - Somebody That I Used To Know
04. Angel Haze - Werkin' Girls
05. S-Preme - Nothing Less
06. Chin Injeti feat. David Banner - People 2
07. 1982 feat. Big K.R.I.T. - Lights Down
08. Azealia Banks - Esta Noche

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@KirbyLauryen's A Song A Day: Day 193 and Day 194

Kirby has me feeling like I'm in chuuuch with Mountain. Then with Until You Hang Up, I feel like I need to call ... uh, never mind. Two more quality songs in Kirby's A Song A Day series. The girl is in the zone as she approaches day 200. Enjoy the music.

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What I'm Watching: Yuna "Thinkin Bout You" (Frank Ocean Cover)

Yuna takes on her favorite Frankie Ocean cut, recorded live in her home studio in L.A. I definitely dig it. Enjoy. Chea!

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THEBLKHANDS "Smoke Good, Live Good" Feat. Smoke DZA & Fenix

Another winner from THEBLKHANDS, featuring Smoke DZA and Fenix. Look out for their project, in the meantime enjoy Smoke Good, Live Good. Chea!



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What I'm Watching: Homeless "Get Gone" feat. K. Raydio

Homeless on the verses. K. Raydio on the chorus. Big Cats! on production. Adam J. Dunn on the visuals. They get it done on Get Gone. Enjoy. Chea!

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Lyriciss "My Life"

New Lyriciss. With production from Slimkat78 and the smooth Mary J. sample, the DMV representer delivers up the first single from his upcoming The Balance: Heart, the third EP in his The Balance series. The project is due out August 21 through DJBooth.net. In the meantime, enjoy My Life. Chea!



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