Thursday, March 5, 2009

Throwback Thursday


Lets take it back to 97'...

Saukrates Ft. Marvel - Hate Runs Deep



(1:56)
Aiyo, my hate runs deep like still waters
The thought of all frustrations, bring forth innovations
I flip my redirect and direct it
With some egotistical mystical type of shit to make that head split

- Marvel

Friday, February 27, 2009

Niagara Falls Flowing, This Blog Is Growing!


I know. Its been a long neglectful period. The last post I did was in January and I would hate to miss out on February altogether so I think its time I did a post.




Zshare


Blu - Amnesia
Her Favourite Colour Mixtape
http://www.zshare.net/audio/56267448c9af504b/
This one here is a neck breaker. The sample used on this track fits the melody perfect and Blu keeps on track with a catchy flow as usual. Some people weren't feeling this mix tape, even die hard fans.
I on the other hand don't think its all that bad. Check it out.

Crayz Walz ft. swave sevah - Family Crest
Who The F@#k Are You
http://www.zshare.net/audio/56268552eb00d027/
Talk about dedication. Not only did Crayz show his efforts were dedicated on his new album by giving us a banger but he also showed dedication with the track Family Crest. In case you didn't notice the whole track outlines Gangstarr's (Guru and Dj Premier) timeline from Step In The Arena all the way up to Full Clip. Its truley an amazing track with a strong message. The beat is something from out of this world and bumps hard when volume is on max. Do you know what DYWK means?

Chasing 1988 - Intro Ft. 6th Sense
Mick Boogie & Adele
http://www.zshare.net/audio/562694567a0f6677/
Mick Boogie did a real nice job remixing Adele. This particular track isn't even my favorite from the album but its the most "hip hop" for anyone who is interested. This girl has a got an amazing voice. I was watching the Grammys a few weeks back and that's when I became turned on by her sound. It was nice to see her win a Grammy aside from all of the other mainstream garbage that all sounds the same. Shes only 21 hense the number 1988 (my age) and I'm sure it was a night for her to remember. Bringing 88 back.

Radix- Step Forward
The Radix
Mixtape
http://www.zshare.net/audio/56270087d7523be1/
Radix consists of SEEK and Quite Nyce. Ive been following them for about a year now and a few weeks ago they blessed us with another mixtape. I cant quite understand why some groups decide to put out mixtape after mixtape when its clear they have what it takes to release a full length album. Then again I am not an artist I am a writer and not even a very good one at that (haha). Anyways, this track is smooth. It puts you in that easy mind state we all love after a hard days work. Sit down and enjoy.

Raphael Saadiq - 100 yard dash
The Way I See It

http://www.zshare.net/audio/56270894ceb72119/
Speaking of Grammys this man was ripped off. He was nominated for best R&B performance by a group or a duo and was beat out by John Legend. Who is John Legend? Ok, ok I know who he is and he did win the award with Al Green so I suppose Raphael had a long shot in order to win the award, but I still wish he did. This a great album for anyone who likes a little soul in their life.

Jean Grae & BSBD - Away With Me
The Evil Jeanius

http://www.zshare.net/audio/56274158d2706a6d/
I'm loving this track right here. The instrumental is very touching, Blue Sky Black Death never disappoints. Jean Grae has some very moving lyrics and this track brings images into my head that only I can witness. The album itself is a fantastic listening experience that I recommend every one out there give a spin.

P.OS. - Optimist (we are not for them)
Never Better

http://www.zshare.net/audio/56272804bd386c7a/
This album is to me what cake is to a fat kid. In other words im loving it. Its so nice to hear experimental stuff every now and then. Im sure there is some people out their saying this isnt hip hop or near close to it. I personally think that this album is hip hop and all of the above. Which means it really doesn't have to fall in the category of Hip Hop. It can fall into many different genres/types of music. In my opinion its better for your music if your outlets are bigger than just the average hip hop head. All im saying is give it a chance and dont just turn your nose up at it. Its funny because everything I just wrote in this paragraph has to do with the track I posted. Take a listen and see for your self.

Thats all I really have for now, in the mean time please check out some of these blogs ...


http://www.wydublog.com/



www.poisonousparagraphs.blogspot.com



www.whentheyreminisce.com



http://www.hhb.org.uk/

Thursday, January 22, 2009

Throwback Thursday

In regards to the recent movie release of the late Biggie Smalls "Notorious" I figured this was the appropriate pick for "Throwback" Thursday.


Lets take it back to 97'...

Notorious B.I.G - Sky's The Limit


(3:45)

"If the game shakes me or breaks me I hope it makes me a better man
Take a better stand

Put money in my moms hand

Get my daughter this college grands, so she don't need no mans
Stay far from timid

Only make moves when ya hearts in it

And live the phrase sky's the limit" Notorious B.I.G - Sky's the limit

Saturday, January 17, 2009

Sloppy Saturday "I Rap Now" Edition



"Famous"
came by my school last week and handed out pamphlets to raise awareness for his new EP entitled "IRAPNOW". He approached me and said "hey I'm a rapper come by the site and support some real hip hop" I replied "ha ha yea me too man" thinking that this man was nothing but a joke. I approached him after and handed him a link for "Brewrhymeswithcrew" and told him to stop by so I could set up an interview. I guess my blog wasn't good enough because so far he is a no show. Anyway, I went by his site and sure enough this man has lots of potential and is working his way up to stardom.


Famous - IRAPNOW EP (hosted by Clinton Sparks)


Free Download
http://irapnow.com/


Hailing from Toronto Canada it appears Famous has been doing some big things. I find it hard to believe he slipped by me during 2008 because he even released a track with Canada's favourite Kardinal Offisshall.

FAMOUS - Ain't No Use (Official Music Video)



Im feeling this joint right here.
Dont hate him because he "rhymes different".

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Throwback Thursday



Lets take it back to 95'...

Jay-Z "In My Lifetime(Remix)"(1995)


(1:11)
"I bought a black Mac, I'm outta control
Losin bankrolls on blackjack, you gotta know
it always crossed my mind that Feds be tappin the lines like Gregory Hines
Still on the phone discussin my biz like it could never be mines
I know the price, know the risk, know the wrongs, and the rights
Still my blood flows ice, it's just my life" Jay Z - In My Lifetime

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

"Tick Tock" Tuesday


Its Tuesday and the clock is ticking...


Exile- Radio

Exile- "Radio"
January 20th 2009
www.myspace.com/alexile

Exile is a talented producer who has overtime learned to play numerous instruments. His talent has shined all over the hip hop scene but was first witnessed when he did an album with Aloe Blacc. Travis from WYDU has mentioned in his previous posts that he was a fan of exile before Blu's "Below the heavens" hype started. Without sounding like a copy cat, the same goes for me. When I first started finding outlets to the underground scene one of the first of many albums I was able to get my hands on was Emanon (aloe blacc + exile) "The Waiting Room". That album had plenty of rotation in my Sony disc man back in 05'. As much as I like Aloe Blacc as a Lyricist I'm pretty sure it was Exiles production that reeled me in. Long story short, Ive been a fan of Exile ever since and I'm happy to announce that hes got another one coming. Exactly one week from today Exile will release to my knowledge his 2nd solo effort entitled "Radio". I don't have a track list for this one yet so I'm not sure if they're will be any guest features. What I do know however is that Exile created this album entirely from sampling Los Angeles AM/FM airwaves. Isn't that crazy? Exile has been known to be creative before but damn, now hes reached the pinnacle. I cant wait to hear it and I recommend everyone who is a true head out there check this one out when it releases.

The clock is ticking...

Exile - Radio Teaser
VIMBY - Teaser: Exile

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Throwback Thursday

Lets take it back to 97'...


Diamond D - The Hiatus



(2:52)
"I'm tryin to eat lunch with Russell, flex my muscle
While your busy bitchy, my record label doesn't hustle
Enough for me, it's tough to be in the spot light
You froze under the hot light, and wonder why your pockets not right" -Diamond D - The Hiatus