LI FTW – Hip Hop Dependency

July 26, 2013 stefanoneder Video

Planet Asia & Ras Kass – Kings (prod. by Numonics) (Video)

Two west coast legends (yes, legends) link up for this video single for the cut Kings. The production is handled by one of the most consistent beatsmiths currently doing his thing, Numonics. I love the beat, the lyrics, and the video concept. The wooden throne up in the club is very fitting. Ras Kass kills me with this line:

I cruxcify rappers, give em’ Calvary pain / Like Christ, y’all ni%$as suffer til our salary change

That was vintage Ras Kass. This cut can be found on J57 and Numonics joint venture, LI FTW, which is slated to drop…not soon enough.

May 30, 2013May 29, 2013 stefanoneder Video

Lyriciss – Vent (prod. by Numonics) (Video)

This is the lead single from J57 & Numonics’s upcoming collaboration project, LI FTW, featuring Maryland hip-hop artist Lyriciss. If you are a fan of the art, pay attention to how Lyriciss rides this beat. His timing is impressive. He slows it down, speeds it back up, but always remains on time. That’s an emcee right there…

April 29, 2013 stefanoneder Singles

Single You Out: Lyriciss – Vent (Prod. Numonics)

This is the lead single from J57 and Numonics’ collaborative project, LI FTW, which I had no idea existed until now. But this has instantly become one of the most anticipated projects this year. Those two are among the dopest beatsmiths in the here and now.

I also like how Lyriciss is getting the chance to showcase his ability to a wider audience. He is a very potent emcee and people will start discovering that soon. He rides this beat and does some creative things cadence wise to make it more distinct. Special shout out for the Quantum Leap line because you truly can’t go back…