I know this is something a lot of you are not up on. But probably once every couple of years I get wind of a new Godz Chyld EP, and everything he does is memorable. This could easily fly under the radar but I am not going to let it…too dope. His new EP, Poison, is short but choked full of all the things we love. Something you should run to cop after hearing this title track featuring Da Cloth’s Rigs.
New music from John Jigg$! An unexpected surprise! This time he is connecting with producer, Butterknife Haircuts for the project Teflonious Monk. The project is eclectic, with producer keeping you on your toes with the soundscapes, but Jigg$ always consistent with his pen and flow. I decided to hit you with the track, Vladimir. The electric bass line, the drums, and the way he puts the ‘Vladimir’ in the cut is really dope. And Jigg$ annihilates these verese.
Wow. This is one of the BEST videos I have seen. Period. The creativity in this is profound. Tabinstereo and Anitek are taking a “spaced out” approach to the single, Captain’s Log. Insterting their own likeness in a replica Star Trek episode with iconic characters is genius. Not to mention the skill level displayed on both the mic and the boards is beyond exceptional. I am used to Tabinstereo lacing the beats, and having someone else on the vocals. But here the tables are turned brilliantly showcasing Tab juxtaposing words and ideas while Anitek shows off his artistic abilities as producer. This is off their album, Indigo Immaculate. I am copping now.
Yeah I missed this one in late December. But you got to hear it. This is Blak Flag and Sherm LaRock at their finest. These guys only know one way and that’s to bring that hardcore boom bap. Everything these guys drop (which is not often enough) just hits the eardrums hard. Love the production and Flag just puts nails in the coffin, bar by bar.
New video from Eddie Kaine and RIM off of their brand new album, Welcome To Stuyville. That’s definitely something you should have checked out by now. No one has better chemistry on the mic than Kaine and RIM. And on the track, Chop House, you get a melodic laid back approach to that talent over some eassssssy production from none other than Camoflauge Monk.
The album has a lot of different paces and sounds so make sure you check that out.
M-Dot links up with his brethren Kore and Mayhem for the song No One Else, produced by Quiz. And truly, there is no team like the EMS team. Each emcee brings their own style, flow, and lyricism, this time on an uptempo production. This showcases the dexterity of the crew, and it’s really great to hear Mayhem spit a sixteen again. It’s been a while since I have heard him rock.
Serge Severe sent me this single last July, and now it gets the video treatment. The song is strong! The sixteens are all tough, and show and edginess in the belief in his own self. Because in the end Severe is the product…the skills…the presence…the lyricism…and the intensity on full display here.
The talented and spiritual combination of Taboo, Tabinstereo, and Jade Gritty invite you into their cipher with the new single, GodHead. The lyricism is insightful and provoking, but in almost an ethereal way. Almost feels like a seance when these artists link up, bringing you next level thought and concept.
This is available on all DSPs currently, and really hoping for another album from these artists as they do something far different than what others are reaching for.
Dan Johns, after a great 2024, is back with a new project slated to drop with Al Montgomery entitled, Ascent Of The Imperium. You can tap into the full length when it drops later this month on February 21st. Meanwhile, enjoy this first single, Projection, featuring Antonia Marquee. For my thoughts, this track is all about staying in the present moment and appreciate all. It’s also about doing it your way, and not to chase a number or a trend. And Dan Johns as stayed true to that mantra for a couple of decades now. Releasing great music!
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