I feel that few emcees are more beloved then Soul Khan. He’s got the unique voice. He went from battling to creating. He rolls with a talented group of gentleman. And he’s dropping some moving material. Morning Alone focuses on a woman dealing with the loss of a husband/boyfriend. It details the coping and the struggle. I would be hard pressed to spend a better four minutes other than watching this video.
You can find this tack on the Psalm EP.
I just got done listening to Operation Restore Lyricism the other day and this was one of my favorite cuts. MURDOC and AGALLAH prove to be an adept combo with a similar, aggressive approach to gripping mics. I respect music like this to the fullest. It’s that “challenge-us-and-take-a-loss” music.
Toke, the newest signee with DPSMG, is prepping the release of Fresh Out Da Box EP which is slated for an August release. This song shows a little diversity in Toke’s repetoire . He proves that he can make that lighthearted party jam in addition to dropping that tough stuff.
I have been sleeping on Chill Moody. I just recently saw his video with Apollo The Great and started to catch on to his talent. This video is extremely well done. The use of lighting and the sense of desperation is telling. The subject matter is also pretty poignant. I am going to have to check out his album, RFM sooner rather than later.
My first impression of this cut: It’s a triumphant f*%k you to the doubters, haters, and unbelievers. February supplies the horns which our reminiscent of a king’s coronation. The track just has an epic feel. Meanwhile Lungz reminds the listener that rocking with him is a privilege not to be taken lightly. It definitely is bragadoccio with some flair and bravado…and I am cool with that.
Apollo The Great wages the war of lust vs. fidelity. The video approach to this song is him explaining in verse with this main girl why he wants his cake and eat it too. And just like any man, he must deal with the consequences. It’s the Wages of Sin!
Lastly, check the damn Hennesey Diaries. It was the album of the year last year here.
If Diamond D remixes your joint it is definitely worth hearing. I love how the beat flips in between verses. I can only guess that the piano laced funk is the original beat by Kid Tsunami and then, more obviously, the darker boom bap is the work of the legend Diamond D.
The other component of this track that I am diggin is that it features Yesh. I have been a long time fan of his and it’s good to see him doing work. As I understand it, he might have some more music coming out. I am going to be looking for that. He has a classic flow. Very easy going.
The other thing I am checking out is Kid Tsunami’s album, The Chase. His production is dope and that album has a grip of legends on it. Peep game.!
It’s smooth and hype at the same time. The drums and the pace are uptempo, but with that soulful sample, it gives the song a different flavor. Definitely enjoyable hip hop.
Back Up is the second single off of Dragon Fli Empire’s forthcoming album, Mission Statement which is slated for an October release. That may seem like a ways away but don’t worry it will be here before you know it.
Wordspit goes off in a tirade on this track. Oh you were offended? Tough Luck. I doubt that he cared. He was jut intent on going off and letting the listeners and the competitors have it. Jut one of those tracks where a man lets loose and shows his skill. It is a short but enjoyable prelude to his forthcoming project, Wrath Of The Illest due out this summer.
Artist: Grey Sky Appeal x Qwel
Album: Occam’s Razor
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Two notable forces have collided to provide you with the project, Occam’s Razor. One is noted Chicago lyricist Qwel, and the other is underrated New York based group, Grey Sky Appeal. I have been a fan of both, but Grey Sky Appeal is one of those groups I wish more people knew about. Their skill is unheralded but really merit notoriety as they can spit with the best of them and have a knack for dope production.
It seems that this project started with Qwel rocking over some unfinished beats from GSA’s producer Taj during a tour in New England. Grey Sky Appeal then took to build upon Qwel’s work, add their verses, and finish the production to create Occam’s Razor. It’s not your typical EP. You are really going to have to pay attention to the intricate lyricism or these bars could easily pass you by.
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