In terms of all around talent, The Audible Doctor, has got to be in the conversation. The man can produce and he can rock the mic properly. When you tag team up with one of the most personable emcees in the game, Chaundon, you have gold my friends…
I certify this record…
I quickly played this song a couple of days ago. I liked it but I didn’t really sit and listen to the lyricism on this joint. The Audible Doctor is more known for his production perhaps but he has a really nice flow and what he speaks on during this track is relavent and prevalent. If everyone asks for a free album, T-Shirt, or ticket for a show, who will be left to support?
I can see this track becoming an anthem of sorts…
The project, Think That… drops on September 25th.
There are a lot of good producers out there. There’s no question about that. But for my money, my bets go with The Audible Doctor. The man just concocts brilliance. I love the soulful sample chopped up by DJ Brace and the tempo the good doctor takes with this track. It really meshes well with Chaundon’s flow.
The BBAS guys give you the gift of music this New Years Day. A compilation of some of their best work from 2011, and it’s all free! As you can see and hear, these guys are the crew right now. Each member puts out quality music and when they are together, I don’t think there is anybody better. Enjoy this body of work and remember to stay supportive of great music!
Artist: Slient Night
Album: Busy Is My Best Friend
Source: Been Knowing About This One
Tracklisting:
1. Proof of Life
2. Grind Mode (ft. Braille)
3. Stayin’ Busy
4. Fortify (ft. Gift Of Gab and Iam)
5. What Would I Do (ft. Neenah and Kam Moye)
6. Salute (ft. KON)
7. Back In The Trenches
8. SK All Day
9. Build Truths
10. The Noid (ft. MeLa Machinko)
11. Forca
12. Tomorrow Remix (featuring Soul Qloc of The Band Called FUSE)
13. Must Begin
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This is easily one of my most anticipated releases of the year. Ever since I heard The Audible Doctor produced cut, Stayin’ Busy, I have wanted to hear the entire album from Silent Knight. And now that I finally have it in my hands (after waiting months upon months), I am not disappointed in the least. SK has a commanding presence on the mic and that becomes more and more apparent with each track on Busy Is My Best Friend.
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I am going to keep on you about this emcee, Silent Knight. I have been following this man’s music for a minute and his skills are of the highest caliber. There’s no doubt about it. When Busy Is My Best Friend drops, you can bet that SK brought his best to the table. There’s no album that I am more anticipating this year. Couple SK’s skills with the fact The Audible Doctor is behind the boards, I reckon this song is my single of the year so far.
The Audible Doctor of Brown Bag All Stars released this track off of his forthcoming, The Spread EP (Vocal Version) dropping on March 12th. June Haze sounds pretty good over this beat and I look forward to seeing what other collaborations we have in store next week.
4When Soul Khan released his debut album, Soul Like Khan, he could have rested on his laurels and taken a breather, but to the contrary the man has just stepped up the pace a bit. He released the single Soulstice II and he had a remix released for Shot Glass Magnified ft. Sene. The new beat was brought on by The Audible Doctor. I also just saw on bandcamp that someone is doing a mash up album of Soul Like Khan. I haven’t heard it yet but the the prequel is HERE.
Koncept also has been keeping himself busy since releasing his EP, Playing Life. He released a physical CD of that same project and added a few extra tracks for the effort. He also has dropped a few notable gems like Day Dreaming , the remix to Playing Life (prod. by Marink), and most recently his DJ Booth feature, Things You Do. His street album, More Than Meets The Eye drops on February 22nd, so be on the lookout for that!
The Audible Doctor basically has produced 1/2 of the cuts previously mentioned. He has also blessed heads like Magestik Legend, Boog Brown, and most recently he did a beat for one of my favorite emcees, Silent Knight, for the cut Staying Busy which will be featured on here very soon.
J57 is the man who is always passing on what the BBAS are doing and it is much appreciated. In addition to keeping the world informed he has also been on his grind as of recent. Late in 2010 he and Sene released the EP, Eye Don’t Dream…But I Do. He also released the Digital Society instrumental album, which had some GREAT bonus tracks including a remix called Still Phenomenal. He also has done a video for the title track featuring Jefferson Price which you can see below. Most recently he did this extremely dope beat for Top $ Raz ft. YC The Cynic called The Plague.
Artist: Magestik Legend
Album: To Be Continued…Chapter 1 Mixtape (Untagged)
Tracklisting:
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I won’t spent a whole lot of time big uppin’ this release after giving a more extensive review of Chapter 2 earlier. Magestik Legend is talented and is backed by some talented producers and guest emcees on this release. I am just trying to get the populous prepped for his November 30th release, The Great Escape. My favorite off of this joint is the track All Eye Know. You can stream and download this mixtape (separated tracks version) below.
Artist: Magestik Legend
Album: To Be Continued…Chapter 2
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Magestik Legend is getting us ready for his album dropping November 30th, entitled The Great Escape. This is going to be his first full length album since 2007 and I would expect heads to support it wholeheartedly. To Be Continued…Chapter 2 is obviously the second installment of a series of mixtapes to prep for this release.
Honestly, this is more of an album in itself. It’s got a ton of dope songs and very little filler and the other things that get in the way of a good cut. It is hosted by none other than, Rapper Big Pooh. If you are unfamiliar with Magestik Legend but appreciate intricate lyricism, you will love this release. Magestik Legend’s lyrical prowess is amazing. The way he bends the English language to his will puts him in an elite group of emcees. He can flip on a variety of different production styles and BPMS and sounds dope in all instances. The song CARBON really will illustrate his abilities as an emcee.
Astronote handles the bulk of the production duties and I think he is very underrated or under-mentioned. His work on tracks like The Run Down, Get.Ends.Hide., and Vice Gripz show a great deal of polish and really give Magestik Legend a powerful sound to work with. The Audible Doctor also lends his hand to one track, Brand NEW, which ends up sounding incredible. It has a very soulful vibe. I love the samples this guy uses. He has a gift and a knack for finding and incorporating those dope samples.
What’s my favorite track? Take your pick. I could name any of the aforementioned tracks as a favorite. But I won’t be wishy-washy. CARBON. Bottom line is give the man his due and recognition. Get all of his material. You will definitely appreciate it. Listen below…
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