I like this artist, Archie Bang. He’s got a really nice flow and presence on the microphone. It’s definitely something that I can feel. I also like the whole song concept. The direction of the video and how that concept was implemented was really on point. I don’t shout out directors of music videos very often but this one was exceptional, Melyssa Vasquez. Archie Bang’s new EP, Never Say Die should be out soon. Can’t wait to hear it now.
Marchitect and Dr. Drumah – Pump Up The Volume (Video)
New music from The 49ers member, Marchitect. The 49ers music reminds me of the group Sound Providers. They have a very mellow and jazzy sound. It’s definitely music to vibe to and a good change of pace. This song is available on Marchitect and Dr. Drumah’s collaborative EP, World Wide Vibe.
Singe You Out: Reckonize Real – The Business (ft. Torae, M-Dot & Tribeca)
Let start off by saying I love this beat. It’s unique and offers a different sound than I am used to hearing. Add to the fact, that producer Reckonize Real accesses the services of Torae, M-Dot, and Tribeca, you have nothing short of a winner. This is a true gem to those of us who like our hip hop raw and uncut with a touch of flair. I can’t wait to hear more. The producer’s album, Dopamine, should be dropping in June.
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Single You Out: Broadway Barrett – Pray For My Downfall (ft. Zak-1 and P.Dot)
Leave it up to the Local-MU12 collective to keep it popping. It’s a dog eat dog world and the competition is fierce so it’s no wonder that people would be praying for his downfall. Broadway Barrett is a talented emcee dropping heavy bars with compatriots. He also produced this banger. This is just a tough track all around. Enjoy.
Silent Knight – Craig Sager’s Suit (Video)
Who’s still making dope music? This guy…Silent Knight. He’s up and delivering fresh visuals and dope flows on Craig Sager’s Suit off of Busy Is My Best Friend II. It’s a dope album that I consider to be better than it’s predecessor. As soon as I get a chance it is going to get reviewed.
Goldini Bagwell – Secondhand Smoke (feat. DJ Delay) (Video)
Alright! Goldini Bagwell’s Secondhand Smoke gets the visual treatment and a morbid ending at that. Dope song…dope visuals…from a dope crew. Right now, Sandpeople are one of the few crews who are consistently putting out dope music from a variety of members. If you are not a fan, you are not a friend. The new EP will be available May 7th…just so you know.
Ruste Juxx & Shae Money – Over Here (Video)
Our 2012 Artist Of The Year, Ruste Juxx stays busy by linking up with producer Shae Money. Ruste Juxx is a known quantity. You are know, without a shadow of a doubt, that he is going to put to rest any beat. I like how this particular production starts off a little bluesy and then transitions into the raw boom-bap. Dope.
Single You Out: Little Vic – Olympus
Little Vic drops a new/old gem for the public’s consumption. Old because he made it a while ago, new because you have yet to hear it. He’s dropping the biblical, the historical, and the mythological on this joint.
Single You Out: The 17th – I Wanna Hear Me Some Me
Now this song right here is called “creative narcissism”. The 17th is guaranteed to drop songs and concepts far different than what listeners are used to hearing. The 17th would rather listen to himself flow and make music than anyone of his contemporaries and when it is this good, there is nothing wrong with that.
Single You Out: The MyNORS – Mr. Mista (ft. Nottz Raw) (prod. by DP)
I am so glad that his was released as a single off of The MyNORS mixtape, Black Lung. I am not going to have time to review this great project (and it is great) but this gives me an opportunity to put the spotlight on it somewhat. I have already started a Top 50 list for 2013 and this track is so far on the list. This reminds me of some Timbaland production meets The Beastie Boys. The guys add Nottz to the mix and there is some really great exchange. See hip hop can be fun…try it for a listen.
