Murs - The Science from on Vimeo.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Invincible "Ropes" feat. Tiombe Lockhart
Invincible "Ropes" feat. Tiombe Lockhart from Okayplayer on Vimeo.
"The third music video (dir. Mr. Complex) off Invincible's acclaimed ShapeShifters LP (2008), "Ropes" addresses the often taboo subject of depression and suicide.
After being accepted by mtvU, the station's standards department axed the video citing how its "suicidal undertones would be problematic" for a college audience. Ironically, Invincible and Tiombe's intention with the song is to speak openly and boldly about the prevalence of depression in our communities. With suicide being the third leading cause of death amongh 15-24 year-olds, "Ropes" aims to break the pattern of turning a blind eye to metal health issues, and to begin the process of healing.
"Ropes" was shot at Coney Island's Astroland on a cold, dreary and rainy day. Rumor has it that historic Astroland will soon be razed to the ground and developed into unaffordable lofts or condos, so this footage is visual preservation as well. "
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Zion I - Geek To The Beat Music Video
Zion I "Geek To The Beat" from Okayplayer on Vimeo.
Geek To The Beat Music Video, Zion I’s recently released Album “The TakeOver.”
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
CunninLynguists New CD - Strange Journey Volume One
CunninLynguists - "Never Come Down (The Brownie Song)" [MUSIC VIDEO]
CunninLynguists New CD - Strange Journey Volume One
TrackList:
1. Departure
2. Nothing But Strangeness f. Looptroop Rockers & Hilltop Hoods
3. Lynguistics [Live In Stockholm]
4. Move
5. Inverse - Spark My Soul f. Substantial
6. Never Come Down (The Brownie Song)
7. Hypnotized f. PackFM & Club Dub
8. Dance For Me [Remix]
9. Mr. SOS - Die For You
10. White Guy Mind Tricks
11. Georgia [Remix] f. Killer Mike & Khujo Goodie
12. KKKY [Remix] f. Skinny DeVille and Fishscales of Nappy Roots,
Young Chu & Sheisty Khrist
13. Don't Leave (When Winter Comes) f. Slug of Atmosphere
14. Tonedeff - The Distance
15. Broken Van (Thinking Of You) f. Mac Lethal
16. Billy Joe's Garage [To Be Continued]
:: DOWNLOAD THE SINGLES ::
“Never Come Down (The Brownie Song)" [Dirty]
“Never Come Down (The Brownie Song)” [Radio]
“Never Come Down (The Brownie Song)” [Instrumental]
"Don't Leave (When The Winter Comes)" ft. Slug of Atmosphere
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Abstract Rude - Nuff Fire
Abstract Rude wanted to get his new video out to all of you before you hit 4/20 so you had somethin' to celebrate with. Make sure you puff, puff, pass this shit and enjoy!
"Nuff Fire" is off Abstract Rude upcoming release "Rejuvenation" which drops May, 5th on Rhymesayers Entertainment.
Friday, April 17, 2009
The Grouch & Eligh "All In" Music Video
The Grouch & Eligh brand new video, co-starring, Pigeon John, The Gift of Gab, and poker star Lacey Jones. Directed by Matt Hobbs. The song is featured on the upcoming album Say G&E, available April 21st on Legendary Music.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Sound Set 2009 Line Up!
On Sunday, May 24, 2009, Rhymesayers Entertainment and Rose Presents brings you the second annual Soundset: the official Midwest kick-off festival of the summer with over eight hours of the best independent Hip Hop music in one day. It all goes down at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, MN (rain or shine). This is the first round of artists we are announcing, this IS NOT the final lineup.
TEN other FAQ:
1. Hell yeah, there is going to be an after party. It will be on site in Canterbury this year, a hop skip and a jump from the festival grounds. You will need to be 18+ to party and 21+ to party with adult beverages. We will be announcing the who and what of this soon, but you can get these tickets now with the purchase of your Soundset ticket for a grand total of $35. There is not a separate ticket for the after party, you can only get access to this event as a combo ticket package.
2. For those people 18+, we are offering a limited VIP ticket. The VIP ticket includes the following: entrance to the festival and after party, access to a special exclusive VIP area near the main stage, meet and greets with artists, VIP parking, separate restrooms, VIP bar with adult beverages (beer and liquor) and special festival laminates. The VIP ticket is $75.
3. Of course, Soundset 09 is all ages- we are for the kids! And, for those youngsters under the age of 10 you get to experience the music for FREE, but must be accompanied by ticket paying adult. 2 kids per one adult.
4. No, this is not the final lineup for Soundset. We still have other main stage artists to announce, the entire line-up for the Fifth Element stage, the DJs for the Red Bull B-Boy tent, after party performers and DJs and much more. Stay tuned for regular announcements leading up to soundset 09!
5. When you get a ticket to Soundset, you get a parking spot. That's right party people, no extra parking fees this year. So, get your carpool on and help save the planet!
6. Tickets are always available at Fifth Element service charge free if you pay cash. If you pay with a credit card, those tickets will have a fee of $1 per ticket tagged on to your purchase. For information on tickets available at Fifth Element, call 612-377-0044.
7. Where is Canterbury Park? Well, if you're standing in front of Fifth Element in Minneapolis, it's 23 miles and less than 30 minutes. If you want to find out from your place in the world, get your Google on here: www.canterburypark.com/Directions/tabid/179/Default.aspx
8. Can I bring my camera? Yes, "point and shoot" photo cameras are allowed, but NO VIDEO cameras and ALL professional cameras will need a photo pass.
9. My Mom, Dad or Uncle Frank will be dropping me off at Soundset is there a drop off point? Yes, there will be signs upon entering Canterbury. Your folks can even go check out the horse racing which will be going on during Soundset starting at 1:30PM on May 24, 2009.
10. Confirmed to perform on the Soundset main stage are: Atmosphere, MF Doom, Brother Ali, Sage Francis with B. Dolan, Immortal Technique, P.O.S, El P featuring Mr. Dibbs, Eyedea & Abilities, Abstract Rude and I Self Devine.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Rock The Bells 2009 Line Up
About Rock The Bells
Few events can claim to both capture and define a movement, yet this is precisely what Rock The Bells has done since its inception in 2003. Rock The Bells is more than a music festival. It has become a genuine rite of passage for thousands of core, social, conscious, and independent Hip Hop enthusiasts, backpackers, and heads. Following in the colorful tradition and history of past Hip Hop music festivals such as Smoking Grooves and Cypress Hill’s Smoke Out, Rock The Bells is the ultimate Hip Hop platform and premiere music experience in America. Rock The Bells has established a forum of unparalleled diversity and excellence by uniting the biggest names involved with urban culture.
Rock The Bells prides itself for producing a spectacular music environment that is exciting, safe, and memorable. Rock The Bells has grown exponentially over the past years and has developed a reputation for keeping true to its core audience. Past Rock The Bells experiences have included a number of world-class Hip Hop acts including, KRS-One, Mos Def, Lauryn Hill, Hieroglyphics, Busta Rhymes, Cypress Hill, Sage Francis, Jaylib, Redman, Jurassic 5, Dilated Peoples, and a host of others. Rock The Bells strives to expose all the elements of Hip Hop culture. Whether it’s an emcee battle, turntable exhibition, or b-boy circle, Rock The Bells represents, respects, and recognizes all aspects of the culture. History was made in 2004 as Rock The Bells hosted the reunions of the entire Wu-Tang Clan and legendary Tribe Called Quest. MTV, The Source, URB, Rolling Stone, and L.A. Times have all celebrated Rock The Bells.
Rock The Bells will feature a massive indoor/outdoor festival complete with traditional vendor booths, multimedia experiences, and historic surprise performances. The evolution of urban street culture has forged its own unique movement in this world. Finally, there’s an event that identifies and gives voice to the people and ideas that are continuing to shape it. If anyone is looking for a window into the future of this culture, Rock The Bells is as good as it gets.
Rock The Bells 2009 Line Up Coming Soon!!
Sunday, April 5, 2009
88-Keys on VIMBY
88-Keys stopped by the VIMBY compound to freestyle in this episode of Backyard Sessions. Be sure to check out his new album, The Death of Adam, available now.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Buggin Out 09' by Consequence featuring KiD CuDi
Had to put this video up of Consequence & Kid Cudi remake of the CLASSIC A Tribe Called Quest record "Buggin' Out". Even though the original is 100x better I will give it to Consequence and KiD CuDI to this remake.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Del The Funky Homosapien - Funk Man ( the stimulus package) FREE DOWNLOAD!!
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This is del's 7th album, back to the funk funk
Del The Funky Homosapien - Funk Man ( the stimulus package)
Tracklist & Lyrics:
1.Get it right now!( Lyrics & Download )
2.And they thought that was hell( Lyrics & Download )
3.Fit like a glove( Lyrics & Download )
4.Go against the grain( Lyrics & Download )
5.Hardcore punks can't take it( Lyrics & Download )
6.I'm smellin' myself( Lyrics & Download )
7.King of Fighters( Lyrics & Download )
8.News Alert( Lyrics & Download )
9.Simple Satisfaction( Lyrics & Download )
10.Sometimes i gotta get stupid( Lyrics & Download )
11.Straight from the big bad west coast( Lyrics & Download )
12.Land of funk( Lyrics & Download )
13.Young Adrenaline( Lyrics & Download )
Flynn Adam - Dishes
Flynn Adam - "Dishes"
Official music video for Flynn Adam's "Dishes".... from the Dishes EP at itunes on 3/31/09. Directed by Nathan Corrona / Produced by Dustbrand Films
Official music video for Flynn Adam's "Dishes".... from the Dishes EP at itunes on 3/31/09. Directed by Nathan Corrona / Produced by Dustbrand Films
K-os - YES!
K-os - YES! Track List:
1. Zambony
2. Astronaut
3. Burning Bridges
4. Uptown GirL
5. I Wish I Knew Natalie Portman [Explicit]
6. 4321 3:54 Not Available
7. Eye Know Something
8. The Aviator
9. FUN!
10. Mr. Telephone Man
11. WhipC.R.E.A.M.
12. The Avenue
K-OS is arguably Canada’s best musical export - in the Hip Hop spectrum - his production style and lyrical capabilities are the subject of admiration across the world. As one of those admirers’ myself, I was recently caught pondering about details of his next album. Although, I’m still indulging in his last masterpiece titled “Atlantis - Hymns for Disco” I was curious enough to do a little investigation which resulted as follows:
In the last couple of months I had been visiting K-OS’s myspace and noticed that the music player was featuring music from K-OS I hadn’t heard before starting with a track titled “Burning Bridges” and now updated a possible instrumental version of a song titled ”Eye Know”. It is possible that the both these records I mentioned above are from his up coming release which according to valid sources will be titled “Souls On Ice” or “Yes!”, my bets is on the latter because upon visiting his Myspace page again I noticed the image I have above set as his default picture added to the fact that the “Eye Know” track in the Myspace music player boasts the album title being “Yes!”.
However, the real title of the new album might still be up in the air, because a recent interview between K-OS and The National Post had determined that “Soul’s On Ice” would be the title for his next release. Interestingly ”Soul’s On Ice” had served as the original title of the track “Black Ice Hymn” on “Atlantis” before it was changed for reasons unknown.
In addition K-OS has also mentioned that this will be his return to his roots, Hip Hop. People often criticized “Atlantis” arguing that it leaned to heavy on the alternative side due too the actual amount of rapping from K-OS on the album. However, it is important for us to not let such minor details overlook the creativity behind “Atlantis”. K-OS took hip hop to places it had not gone before and I respect and thank him for that.
Despite all of the loose ends circulating K-OS next project one we can expect a earful of great music to accompany its release. Although, the track “Burning Bridge’s” is now a distant memory I can remember thinking at the time that it was another classic from our musical champion. If your reading this I hope that you will take some time to go and listen to “Eye Know” which is currently the only song on rotation in his music player which might be gone is you do not act quickly.
In conclusion, we don’t have a track list - which would be nice cause I’m interested to seeing if he’ll have any interesting collaborations (I’m hoping for Canadian renowned songstress Fiest as he does have a photo with her up on his myspace) - or any downloadable singles as of yet but we did provide what could possibly be the artwork of K-OS’ new album due out soon I hope, I need more monumental music in my life because these albums with as much replay value as “Transformers” for the PSP just don’t do the trick. Lastly, I can proudly say that like his previous major releases his new album being recorded in my home city, Vancouver, British Columbia. Brap Brap!
Aceyalone - The Lonely Ones
Aceyalone - The Lonely Ones Track List:
1.Live at the Firehouse Intro
2.Lonely Ones ft. Bionik
3.Can't Hold Back ft. Treasure Davis
4.What It Wux ft. Bionik
5.Power To The People [ FREE DOWNLOAD ]
6.On The One Listen
7.Step Up ft. Treasure Davis
8.To The Top (remix)
9. Workin' Man's Blues ft. Bionik
10.Push n' Pull Listen
11.Outro Bionik Quartet
Download "Power To The People" Here!
Aceyalone does it again! True fans of Aceyalone have always appreciated the risks he's taken and his innovative vision. This album continues on the list of great Aceyalone albums. Here he takes us back to the times of swing, soul, and big band and puts his funky signature on it. Songs that will make you want to get up and swing your partner round and round. Time for a party with some positive vibes and good vibratgions . We need to get up and dance! From Book of Human Language, Love & Hate, and Magnificent City, this album ranks with Aceyalone's best efforts and will make you feel good in these difficult times!
This Is The Life Film
This Is The Life
Directed by Ava Duvernay
In 1989, a collective of young artists gathered at a storefront health food cafe in South Central LA. Their mandate? To explore and expand the musical boundaries of hip hop. THIS IS THE LIFE is a feature-length documentary that chronicles "The Good Life" emcees, Project Blowed, the alternative music movement they developed, and their worldwide influence on the artform. Features new interviews with: Myka Nyne and PEACE of Freestyle Fellowship, Chali2na and Cut Chemist of Jurassic 5, NgaFsh, Riddlore, Tray-Loc & Wreckless of CVE, Abstract Rude and Zulu Butterfly of ATU, Ellay Khule of Hip Hop Klan, Medusa of S.I.N, Born Allah, Ganjah K, Fatjack, JMD, Omid, Pigeon John, 2Mex of OMD, Jyant & Eve of Figures of Speech, Big Al, T-Love of Urban Props, Sheena Lester & B+ of Rappages, Mear One, Mike Nardone of KXLU's We Came From Beyond, Garth Trinidad of KCRW's Chocolate City, Monalisa Murray, Jah Orah, Hines, Busdriver, Monique Matthews, Keen and B. Hall & R. Kain Blaze, co-founders of The Good Life Open-Mic Nights. More than 65 minutes total. With special features and bonus footage included.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
The Grouch & Eligh - SAY G&E! Music Video
The Grouch & Eligh - SAY G&E! Music Video
NEW ALBUM APRIL 21, 2009!
Enjoy the new video for the title track, "SAY G&E!" Directed by Matt Hobbs for www.vital-films.com
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