The w0bblin’ Jack Beats are back sending their love from the UK in the form of a new original track. Their last release, a remix of Beyonce’s ‘Countdown,’ left me pretty disappointed, which I’m not accustomed to dealing with when it comes to them. This track thumps though, with a little rougher sound than their usual wob. They’ll be supporting Fatboy Slim for a few days in the UK in December so keep an eye out for that if you’re on that side of the pond. The End of Love EP drops December 5th with some added remix action.
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The w0bblin’ Jack Beats are back sending their love from the UK in the form of a new original track. Their last release, a remix of Beyonce’s ‘Countdown,’ left me pretty disappointed, which I’m not accustomed to dealing with when it comes to them. This track thumps though, with a little rougher sound than their usual wob. They’ll be supporting Fatboy Slim for a few days in the UK in December so keep an eye out for that if you’re on that side of the pond. The End of Love EP drops December 5th with some added remix action.
Sometimes the ears aren’t enough. Don’t neglect your eyes, here’s some fresh videos since MTV’s been reduced to cameras following tools that even Tim Allen wouldn’t support.
It’s Hoodie! Hoodie’s almost a guilty pleasure because his style is slightly ‘pop’py, but he keeps his rhymes on point and his flow is so goddamn catchy. So fuck off for anyone that makes me feel guilty. This track’s about James Franco from Leap Year. You know about the crazy shit James Franco does?!
Sometimes the ears aren’t enough. Don’t neglect your eyes, here’s some fresh videos since MTV’s been reduced to cameras following tools that even Tim Allen wouldn’t support.
It’s Hoodie! Hoodie’s almost a guilty pleasure because his style is slightly ‘pop’py, but he keeps his rhymes on point and his flow is so goddamn catchy. So fuck off for anyone that makes me feel guilty. This track’s about James Franco from Leap Year. You know about the crazy shit James Franco does?!
So I’ve been trying my best to deal with this Wi-Fi that’s shittier than a Coachella porta-potty and just got a hold of some semi-reliable internets. Excuse the hiatus of beats and rhymes but throw on yer good headphones.
Bassex is quickly becoming one of my favorite dubstep producers. Here he takes Wolfgang’s ‘The Champ’ and dubstep-erizes it. Wolfgang’s sound is only a few steps away from dubstep and I wouldn’t be mad to hear more remixes like this.
Unreleased track from Pac Div, featuring Asher Roth. The rattlin’ bass sounds like something Chuck Inglish cooked up in the kitchen. Like, Mibbs, and BeYoung deliver solid punchlines with the added effect of an audience on the beat. Asher goes in as he has been lately — haven’t really heard a verse I don’t like from him in a while. Hatin is useless.
These two collaborating is probably pretty bad for the ozone layer. Emission levels of filth pretty high. They take the intro to La Di Da Di and twist it around Bassnectar‘s signature rhythmic basslines and Datsik‘s thizz-face inducing w0mp. Nicely blended.
This is the first release of the much anticipated Re:generation project. Skrillex and The Doors get together to fuse eras here as the first of many artists from different time periods collaborating. I think they did a pretty damn good job of utilizing the common themes/sound between rock and dubstep. Skrillex crafts his thumping bassline with some guitar work and vocal snippets from who I believe to be Jim Morrisson. I could be 100% fucking that up though. One of the best Skrillex releases this year IMO.
The homies Gooffee released another jam yesterday and it’s a good’un. Samples Ram Jam’s “Black Betty” which interestingly works really well. They’ve got the whole moombah-dub-core-whateverthefuck down pat. You’re able to groove and get down and dirty at the same time. Check out the video interview we did with them a little while back.
So I’ve been trying my best to deal with this Wi-Fi that’s shittier than a Coachella porta-potty and just got a hold of some semi-reliable internets. Excuse the hiatus of beats and rhymes but throw on yer good headphones.
Bassex is quickly becoming one of my favorite dubstep producers. Here he takes Wolfgang’s ‘The Champ’ and dubstep-erizes it. Wolfgang’s sound is only a few steps away from dubstep and I wouldn’t be mad to hear more remixes like this.
Unreleased track from Pac Div, featuring Asher Roth. The rattlin’ bass sounds like something Chuck Inglish cooked up in the kitchen. Like, Mibbs, and BeYoung deliver solid punchlines with the added effect of an audience on the beat. Asher goes in as he has been lately — haven’t really heard a verse I don’t like from him in a while. Hatin is useless.
These two collaborating is probably pretty bad for the ozone layer. Emission levels of filth pretty high. They take the intro to La Di Da Di and twist it around Bassnectar‘s signature rhythmic basslines and Datsik‘s thizz-face inducing w0mp. Nicely blended.
This is the first release of the much anticipated Re:generation project. Skrillex and The Doors get together to fuse eras here as the first of many artists from different time periods collaborating. I think they did a pretty damn good job of utilizing the common themes/sound between rock and dubstep. Skrillex crafts his thumping bassline with some guitar work and vocal snippets from who I believe to be Jim Morrisson. I could be 100% fucking that up though. One of the best Skrillex releases this year IMO.
The homies Gooffee released another jam yesterday and it’s a good’un. Samples Ram Jam’s “Black Betty” which interestingly works really well. They’ve got the whole moombah-dub-core-whateverthefuck down pat. You’re able to groove and get down and dirty at the same time. Check out the video interview we did with them a little while back.
It’s been a long road, but Mac Miller‘s finally at 1 Million Twitter followers. In celebration, he preps us for his big debut next month with another mixtape. The tape, I Love Life, Thank You, has features from Talib Kweli, The Come Up, Bun B, and Sir Michael Rocks, with tracks produced by Clams Casino and 9th Wonder amongst others. If you’ve been keepin’ up you’ll have heard a handful of these songs but there’s 6 fresh ones in there too. Mac may not have the meanest lyrics or be the best spitter but it’s hard not to enjoy his songs and message, always gets you in a good mood. D/L the whole thing below and pre-order Blue Slide Park (November 8th) here.
1. I Love Life, Thank You (Prod. by Brandun Deshay)
2. People Under The Stairs
3. Willie Dynamite (Prod. by Big Jerm)
4. The Scoop On Heaven (Prod. by 9th Wonder)
5. Love Lost (Prod. by Black Diamond)
6. Pranks 4 Players (Ft. Sir Michael Rocks) (Prod. by Cardo) 7. Cold Feet (Prod. by Clams Casino)+++
8. Family First (Ft. Talib Kweli) (Prod. by Like) 9. The Miller Family Reunion (Prod. by Big Jerm)
10. Boom Bap Rap (Ft. The Come Up) (Prod. by Mac Miller & Big Jerm) 11. Just A Kid (Prod. by E Dan)
12. All That (Ft. Bun B) (Prod. by E Dan)
13. All This (Prod. by E Dan)
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It’s been a long road, but Mac Miller‘s finally at 1 Million Twitter followers. In celebration, he preps us for his big debut next month with another mixtape. The tape, I Love Life, Thank You, has features from Talib Kweli, The Come Up, Bun B, and Sir Michael Rocks, with tracks produced by Clams Casino and 9th Wonder amongst others. If you’ve been keepin’ up you’ll have heard a handful of these songs but there’s 6 fresh ones in there too. Mac may not have the meanest lyrics or be the best spitter but it’s hard not to enjoy his songs and message, always gets you in a good mood. D/L the whole thing below and pre-order Blue Slide Park (November 8th) here.
1. I Love Life, Thank You (Prod. by Brandun Deshay)
2. People Under The Stairs
3. Willie Dynamite (Prod. by Big Jerm)
4. The Scoop On Heaven (Prod. by 9th Wonder)
5. Love Lost (Prod. by Black Diamond)
6. Pranks 4 Players (Ft. Sir Michael Rocks) (Prod. by Cardo) 7. Cold Feet (Prod. by Clams Casino)+++
8. Family First (Ft. Talib Kweli) (Prod. by Like) 9. The Miller Family Reunion (Prod. by Big Jerm)
10. Boom Bap Rap (Ft. The Come Up) (Prod. by Mac Miller & Big Jerm) 11. Just A Kid (Prod. by E Dan)
12. All That (Ft. Bun B) (Prod. by E Dan)
13. All This (Prod. by E Dan)
The homie Skinny Genes started his weekly YOLO Lists with the intention to open your minds and ears to every genre of music — the idea being that life’s too short to hate on a type of music until you realize that you actually enjoy it. So when artists from different ends of the spectrum come together in harmonious musical innovation, it makes the process much easier for us. Recently, the trend has been combining hip-hop and different paces of electro; producers see it as a logical gap to forge together the two most popular genres. There’s parts of both that agree thematically with a grungy DIY feel. Both are not apprehensive about hard hitting drums. With a few exceptions (HoVeezy/ChiddyBang), it’s been low-key MCs trying to make a name and using the concept as a niche. But a few songs have been released over the past week with legitimate names in the game (not Sam Adams) that’s led to giving it further thought. Of the three, it’s most apparent to me that Joker‘s style meshes best with rhymes; I’ve yet to determine whether it’s a healthy relationship though. If you guys have any solid collabs that have pleased your ears drop em off in the comments prz. Is this a matrimony that needs a divorce or just some serious counseling? Don’t be shy with yer opinions.
The homie Skinny Genes started his weekly YOLO Lists with the intention to open your minds and ears to every genre of music — the idea being that life’s too short to hate on a type of music until you realize that you actually enjoy it. So when artists from different ends of the spectrum come together in harmonious musical innovation, it makes the process much easier for us. Recently, the trend has been combining hip-hop and different paces of electro; producers see it as a logical gap to forge together the two most popular genres. There’s parts of both that agree thematically with a grungy DIY feel. Both are not apprehensive about hard hitting drums. With a few exceptions (HoVeezy/ChiddyBang), it’s been low-key MCs trying to make a name and using the concept as a niche. But a few songs have been released over the past week with legitimate names in the game (not Sam Adams) that’s led to giving it further thought. Of the three, it’s most apparent to me that Joker‘s style meshes best with rhymes; I’ve yet to determine whether it’s a healthy relationship though. If you guys have any solid collabs that have pleased your ears drop em off in the comments prz. Is this a matrimony that needs a divorce or just some serious counseling? Don’t be shy with yer opinions.
“I’m not trying to watch instruments bro, I just wanna see some knobs being twisted.” While wildly amusing and sometimes gathering agreement from myself, this quote sums up a main direction that music has taken in the electronic age. So while many artists continue to push the boundaries of what computers can do, Chicago octet Kids These Days succeed in taking us on a whirlwind through genres and eras with a true appreciation for musicianship. The sounds come together via trombone, trumpet, drums, bass, keyboard, vocalist, and rapper to form a refreshing blend of soul/jazz/hip-hop/blues/rock. The band’s members, all 18 or 19, met while studying at a music school while simultaneously attending high school. While the horns blare and vocalists Liam Cunningham and Macie Stewart provide a contemporary soul sound reminiscent of The Black Keys, MC Vic Mensa provides flavor with solid lines and a flow that reflects a maturity far past his age. He’d definitely be able to hold his own on traditional hip hop beats, but his style matches so perfectly with their sound so I’d hope he doesn’t stray too far away. Their Hard Times EP is for sale on iTunes for $3.99 and if there were ever a time to step back from stinginess, this would be it. They’re currently working on a full length album entitled “Trap House Rock.” Their band interest on facebook is “we enjoy positive vibrations and bangin out dat dope music,” which is so odd because we’re all about the same things over here. If you are too, it’s time to get keen. Scope some of their videos below.
“I’m not trying to watch instruments bro, I just wanna see some knobs being twisted.” While wildly amusing and sometimes gathering agreement from myself, this quote sums up a main direction that music has taken in the electronic age. So while many artists continue to push the boundaries of what computers can do, Chicago octet Kids These Days succeed in taking us on a whirlwind through genres and eras with a true appreciation for musicianship. The sounds come together via trombone, trumpet, drums, bass, keyboard, vocalist, and rapper to form a refreshing blend of soul/jazz/hip-hop/blues/rock. The band’s members, all 18 or 19, met while studying at a music school while simultaneously attending high school. While the horns blare and vocalists Liam Cunningham and Macie Stewart provide a contemporary soul sound reminiscent of The Black Keys, MC Vic Mensa provides flavor with solid lines and a flow that reflects a maturity far past his age. He’d definitely be able to hold his own on traditional hip hop beats, but his style matches so perfectly with their sound so I’d hope he doesn’t stray too far away. Their Hard Times EP is for sale on iTunes for $3.99 and if there were ever a time to step back from stinginess, this would be it. They’re currently working on a full length album entitled “Trap House Rock.” Their band interest on facebook is “we enjoy positive vibrations and bangin out dat dope music,” which is so odd because we’re all about the same things over here. If you are too, it’s time to get keen. Scope some of their videos below.
Last Tuesday, the world jumped after months of delay and anticipation for the release J. Cole’s big debut; meanwhile, fellow Carolina native Phonte released what’s quickly become one of my favorite albums this year. Charity Starts At Home is the first solo album from Phonte after the split of Little Brother, and succeeds in proving that he’s one of the more underrated lyricists out there. He’s always had a knack for providing the unique perspective of an extremely talented artist that lacks certain rapper qualities (swag/female admiration/whatever) that guarantee commercial success. Most hip-hop artists today have an infatuation with going on about their rags-to-riches aspirations. Not to say I don’t enjoy hearing this style of rap that can motivate the laziest, but it’s refreshing to hear a point of view that’s realistic without reflecting any bitterness or hate. This goes further on other topics like critics (He said ‘Te I worry about you and the rap game/I said mofucka get a real problem;This rap shit is not the life I live/It’s a tool that I use that’s it). The only complaints from me are the love joints (“To Be Yours” & “Ball and Chain”) that slow the pace in the middle of the album but he’s just showcasing his expression I s’pose. Luckily, the rest is filled with raw bars and an effortless flow; Phonte should no longer be overlooked — this album is worth every cent of the $10. Cop it here.
$5 gas and poverty rates
Are rising much higher than your hourly rates
So if you thinking about quitting you should probably wait
Cause everybody gotta do a fuckin job that they hate
Go on live out your dreams that’s what they tellin’
Fam in my ear and they yellin’
Keep it real ‘Te and don’t ever sell out
Well how the fuck you sell out when ain’t nobody sellin
Tired of playin’ with yall
I wanna fight the good fight but it ain’t payin me dog
01. Dance in the Reign +++
02. The Good Fight
03. Everything Is Falling Down
04. Not Here Anymore
05. Eternally
06. Sendin My Love
07. Ball and Chain
08. To Be Yours
09. Gonna Be A Beautiful Night
10. We Go Off
11. The Life of Kings +++
12. Who Loves You More
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Last Tuesday, the world jumped after months of delay and anticipation for the release J. Cole’s big debut; meanwhile, fellow Carolina native Phonte released what’s quickly become one of my favorite albums this year. Charity Starts At Home is the first solo album from Phonte after the split of Little Brother, and succeeds in proving that he’s one of the more underrated lyricists out there. He’s always had a knack for providing the unique perspective of an extremely talented artist that lacks certain rapper qualities (swag/female admiration/whatever) that guarantee commercial success. Most hip-hop artists today have an infatuation with going on about their rags-to-riches aspirations. Not to say I don’t enjoy hearing this style of rap that can motivate the laziest, but it’s refreshing to hear a point of view that’s realistic without reflecting any bitterness or hate. This goes further on other topics like critics (He said ‘Te I worry about you and the rap game/I said mofucka get a real problem;This rap shit is not the life I live/It’s a tool that I use that’s it). The only complaints from me are the love joints (“To Be Yours” & “Ball and Chain”) that slow the pace in the middle of the album but he’s just showcasing his expression I s’pose. Luckily, the rest is filled with raw bars and an effortless flow; Phonte should no longer be overlooked — this album is worth every cent of the $10. Cop it here.
$5 gas and poverty rates
Are rising much higher than your hourly rates
So if you thinking about quitting you should probably wait
Cause everybody gotta do a fuckin job that they hate
Go on live out your dreams that’s what they tellin’
Fam in my ear and they yellin’
Keep it real ‘Te and don’t ever sell out
Well how the fuck you sell out when ain’t nobody sellin
Tired of playin’ with yall
I wanna fight the good fight but it ain’t payin me dog
01. Dance in the Reign +++
02. The Good Fight
03. Everything Is Falling Down
04. Not Here Anymore
05. Eternally
06. Sendin My Love
07. Ball and Chain
08. To Be Yours
09. Gonna Be A Beautiful Night
10. We Go Off
11. The Life of Kings +++
12. Who Loves You More
