T.Calmese – Trust me (Official Video)
Check out the new music video by Detroit-based rapper T. Calmese “Trust Me.”
Bulletproof Tiger “Healthy Fear” limited edition 7″ release and free Download.
Bulletproof Tiger have announced their anticipated debut release, two singles of their unreleased full-length album which is due later this year. The two singles, “Healthy Fear” and “Shout In The Dark,” will be released on vinyl. A limited edition pressing of 250 hand numbered 7″ records under Ltl Monster. The album was recorded at Le Fe Studios. The vinyl was pressed at Archer Pressing in Detroit, MI. Pre-Orders are available. One of the two singles is currently available to download for free.
To pre-order the limited edition 7″ go to: http://bit.ly/lk3BG0
Bulletproof Tiger is an instrumental live-electronic group from El Paso, TX. The plastic-tiger-mask-wearing duo is comprised of the aliased Bobby Miracles (guitar) and Jean-Luc Duvalier (keyboard/synth) who, after meeting in the summer of 2009, began playing together after discovering their passion for both dance/electronic music and hip-hop. Heavily influenced by such groups as Daft Punk, the Twelves and Gorillaz, the intensity and aggressive nature of Bulletproof Tiger’s “dance-bangers” are only complimented by the symbolism behind their tiger masks – which are never removed in public. The tiger masks help to represent the animalistic nature of their music.
Bulletproof Tiger – “Shout in the dark” (LTL – 001) by Ltl Monster
Bulletproof Tiger – “Healthy Fear” (LTL- 001) by Ltl Monster
On Friday June 24th, 2011 Bulletproof Tiger, in collaboration with Ltl Monster and Downtown Niche Magazine will be hosting a release party at The Lowbrow Palace in El Paso,TX. The evening will feature live performances by System A., RayDub, Rob Bass, Heart Chemist and Bulletproof Tiger. There are no pre-sale tickets available. 200 Records will be available at the show on a first come basis. There is a $5 cover or $10 including 7″ vinyl.
For more information check out:
Bulletproof Tiger on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bulletproof-Tiger
Bulletproof Tiger’s official website:
http://www.bulletprooftigermusic.com
Ltl Monster on facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/ltlmonster
Downtown Niche Magazine:
http://downtownniche.com
Video Feature: Kyle Rapps “Rent” (Remix) Feat. KRS-One
As Kyle Rapps continues to celebrate the release of his debut EP, Re-Edutainment, the NJ-born, NY-based emcee is excited to release his second video from the project for the song, “Rent (Remix)” featuring the legendary KRS-One. Fans may remember the original, released back when Kyle was still performing under the moniker Black Skeptik, but this new version of the video provides a darker feel, a perfect pairing with the vibe felt through the song’s instrumental and message.
Links:
Official Site: http://www.kylerapps.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/kylerappsmusic
Twitter: http://twitter.com/kylerapps
Nametag – RAW-DIRTY-FILTH feat. Guilty Simpson
Nametag – RAW-DIRTY-FILTH feat. Guilty Simpson [prod. by NAMELESS] by NAMELESS
Here’s a new song from Detroit-based rapper Nametag, “RAW-DIRTY-FILTH” feat. Guilty Simpson produced by Nameless. Listen, download and share.
Rules Of Rap Page Kennedy feat. Elzhi (Official Video)
Off the “THE CHRONICLES OF U-TURN MIXTAPE” RULES OF RAP by Page Kennedy feat. Elzhi with cameos from Affion Crockett and Howard Alonzo. Directed by Jason Neudecker and Ev Salomon. Edited By Dwayne Wayans
House Shoes Mixes Legend Dennis Coffey’s History Of Funk
Leading up to the foundational Motor City guitarist’s new self-titled solo album, Detroit’s own House Shoes takes us on a journey through Dennis Coffey’s history of funk. Including the psychedelic b-boy soul of Coffey’s 70′s solo material, classic recordings on which he recorded as a sessions musician, hip-hop cuts which have sampled his material, and even a couple of sneak peaks at the new album’s music, Constellations is 45 minutes of straight heat, mixed by a master DJ intimately acquainted with Coffey’s legacy, and his future.
Check below for the track list, and details on Dennis Coffey’s SXSW 2011 appearances.
Constellations – The A to Z of Dennis Coffey: A Mix By House Shoes
RECORDED AT SOUNDMATIC BY RHETTMATIC
1. Scorpio Intro- (feat Dennis Coffey, Jazzy Jeff, Jake One, and Q-Tip)
2. LL Cool J- Jinglin’ Baby
3. Dennis Coffey- Main Theme (Black Belt Jones OST)
4. Dennis Coffey- 7th Galaxy*
5. Dennis Coffey- Ride Sally Ride
6. The Temptations- Cloud Nine
7. Rodriguez- Sugar Man
8. Marvin Gaye- I Want You
9. Dennis Coffey- Garden Of The Moon
10. The Spinners- It’s A Shame
11. Dennis Coffey- Never Can Say Goodbye
12. Dennis Coffey- Whole Lotta Love
13. Diamond D- No Wonduh
14. Isley Brothers / Dennis Coffey & Lyman Woodward- It’s Your Thing
15. The Floaters- Float On
16. The Dramatics- In The Rain
17. The Dramatics- Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get
18. Dennis Coffey feat. Mick Collins (Dirtbombs) & Rachel Nagy (Detroit Cobras)- I Bet You*
19. Edwin Starr- Easin’ In (Hell Up In Harlem) / Digable Planets (Nickle Bags)
20. The Temptations- I Can’t Get Next To You
21. The Undisputed Truth- Smiling Faces Sometimes
22. Dennis Coffey feat. Mayer Hawthorne- All Your Goodies Are Gone*
23. Outro
* denotes material from the upcoming Dennis Coffey album
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Dennis Coffey At SXSW 2011
Weds. 3/16: Dennis Coffey (Guest Appearance w/ Adrian Younge) – Wax Poetics Showcase @ Scoot Inn 1308 East 4th Street – 1:00 AM
w/ Chico Mann, Kendra Morris, Echocentrics
Sat. 3/19: Dennis Coffey @ Hotel San Jose 1316 South Congress Avenue – 6:30 PM
w/ Black Angels, Black Joe Lewis (Dennis guesting), The Relatives (Dennis guesting)
Sat. 3/19: Dennis Coffey @ Beauty Bar: Palm Door 401 Sabine St. 12:00 AM
w/ Brownout, T. Bird & The Breaks, Diplomats of Solid Sound
Links:
Download the House Shoes Mix:
http://www.mediafire.com/?p8x5dbx5owqj148
Official Website:
http://www.denniscoffeysite.com/
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Dennis Coffey Announces Record Store Day 7″
Following the recent announcement of the superb new self-titled studio album by Detroit guitar legend, Dennis Coffey, Strut will be accompanying the release with an exclusive 45 issue for this year’s Record Store Day featuring one digital-only track from the album and a brand new remix by producer legend, Steinski.
The release reinforces the strong, long-standing link between Coffey’s music and the world of hip hop – Coffey originals like ’Scorpio’ and ’Taurus’ have become bona fide breakbeat staples sampled by many, from Blackalicious to LL Cool J. And Steinski is cemented in hip hop history as one of the most important cut-up DJ / producers of all time, unleashing the seminal ’Lessons’ cut-up series alongside Double Dee in 1983/4 – the break from Coffey’s ’Scorpio’ appeared in the last of these mixes, ’Lesson 3.’ Steinski would later touch the national charts with Kennedy assassination broadcast-sampling ’The Motorcade Sped On.’ More recently, he has recorded for Ninja Tune and has worked on various soundtrack projects for TV and ads.
For this new 45, Steinski tackles an instrumental track from the ’Dennis Coffey’ album sessions, ’Ubiquitous.’ The original version, also featured here, is a pulsing breakbeat chugger true to the style of Coffey’s ’70s instrumental work on Sussex Records. Steinski re-works the track subtly, re-arranging the guitar ad organ parts and allowing the riffs to simmer on a shuffling, funky backbeat. Copies are strictly limited.
Check out:
http://www.denniscoffeysite.com/
Video: A.Dd+ – “Likeamug” Feat. Sore Losers
Just last week, Dallas, Texas rap duo A.Dd+ released the lead single from their upcoming album, When Pigs Fly, which is produced entirely by Picnic Tyme of Erykah Badu’s Cannabinoids and will be released on March 28th. Further pushing the hard-hitting, synth booming single, “Likeamug,” the group has just finished filming, and is now releasing a music video to accompany the track. Dallas representatives to the core, not only did the duo choose to premiere the video with the cities local weekly, the Dallas Observer, but the video features some hometown landmarks. “We wanted to make sure we represented Dallas the proper way,” explains A.Dd+ on selecting locations, which include a neighborhood school auditorium and local record store. “So far the city has been very good to us, and we wanted to be good right back.”
This light-hearted video, directed by Picnic Tyme, features rappers Slim Gravy, Paris Pershun, and Brown, of Sore Losers wreaking havoc in a record store – the Dallas staple Good Records, in this case – and swiping some vinyl, all the while recalling one of the scenes from the movie Juice. Unfortunately for the trio, this version ends with Paris, Slim, and Brown being picked up by Dallas’ Finest – and no, we don’t mean Cowboys’ cheerleaders, although we can all be certain that Slim, Paris, and Brown wished Dallas PD looked more like the officer that cuffs them in this video.
Official Site:
http://divehiflylo.com/
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/divehiflylo
Twitter:
http://twitter.com/addplus
MP3: A-WOLL – “The Big Bang Theory” Produced by Nottz
Compton, CA based MC A-WOLL has been keeping busy putting the finishing touches on his debut album, To Whom It May Concern, an album produced entirely by Grammy Award-wining producer Nottz that’s scheduled for release later this year. Following the recent release of “Active,” the first leak from the album on which Nottz was also featured, the pair are excited to release the latest teaser from the album, “The Big Bang Theory.”
Nottz, who knows a thing or two about producing for up-and-coming Compton rappers, having worked extensively with The Game in the past, sings nothing but high praises for the latest talent from the neighborhood Dr. Dre once called home. “A-WOLL is an artist that’s helping to bring a new heart beat to the West Coast,” explains Nottz on his excitement to be working together with the A-WOLL. And this new track, “The Big Bang Theory,” proves Nottz’ strong words to be warranted. Layered with head banging drums, mesmerizing keys, and street loyal lyrics, it‘s easy to see why the West Coast rapper is becoming a home town favorite, as A-WOLL raps, “Respect for the G’s, love for the turf/ Married to the block, for better or worst.”
Twitter:
http://twitter.com/NottzRaw
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/NottzMusic
Detroit CYDI Presents: Yeah Bitch
Detroit CYDI Presents: Yeah Bitch
W. Draztik & Sleepy Biggs – The Rest Did It For Checks
Here’s the new video for W. Draztik & Sleepy Biggs, “The Rest Did It For Checks” their latest release, Smokers Cough.
Download it here:
http://unitedstatesofmind.bandcamp.com/album/smokers-cough-2
Free Music: The Ice Cold – Leak Pack
Here’s some free previously unreleased music from Del The Funky Homosapien, Tion bukue, Serendipity Project and Zac Hendrix. Download it for free. Spread it around. If you’re in the bay area there’s a free Hieroglyphics show with the whole crew at UC Berkely, Upper Sproul Hall… 5pm.
Talib Kweli “I’m On One”
New music video for Talib Kweli’s “I’m On One” off his new album dropping January 25th.
Detroit Hustles Harder Vol. 1
If you’ve set foot in Detroit within the past year and you’re not blind, you have no doubt noticed one of the tens of thousands of “Detroit Hustles Harder” stickers plastered throughout the city. As we’re all familiar with the down and out tales told everyday about Detroit, this phrase has become a mantra of power to those that know it.
If you’re a little more in the know then you’re aware that the proprietors of local clothing brand Aptemal, Brendan and JP, coined the phrase. You might also be aware that thousands upon thousands of people wear one of their T-Shirts that bear this very motto.
As you are reading this, you are now aware that the phrase “Detroit Hustles Harder” will be seen plastered on CD covers throughout the metro Detroit area and beyond as founders Brendan and JP prep to release their first musical compilation, “Aptemal Presents Detroit Hustles Harder Vol. 1” . The entire compilation is produced by hometown favorite Eddie Logix (Progress Report, MidCoast Most) and features songs from artists local to the Detroit area that have supported the clothing brand since its inception.
To give the listener a taste of the talent featured on their upcoming compilation, “Aptemal Presents Detroit Hustles Harder Vol. 1.” Tthe fellas at Aptemal Clothing decided to give away 5 songs for free. The sampler features Metasyons (United States of Mind), Progress Report, (United States of Mind), Tenacity (Abolitionists), Intricate Dialect (Abolitionists), and V Count Macula. The Full Length will be released January 15th at the TV Lounge in Downtown Detroit. Click the album cover
to jump to the bandcamp site. Tracklisting below.
Track Listing For Track Listing For “Aptemal Presents…Detroit Hustles Harder Vol. 1” FREE SAMPLER Produced By: Eddie Logix
1. Hang Loose – Metasyons
2. Progression – Progress Report
3. Grindin – Tenacity
4. Thutmose ID – Intricate Dialect
5. Food Court – V Count Macula
“Aptemal Clothing pronounced op-ti-mal meaning the best or most favorable is a Detroit based independent clothing company created from the ground up in May 2007. We began printing shirts for local musicians and businesses. It wasn’t too long until we started printing our own designs. To get the merchandise out you can see us back pack hustling at festivals, setting up at loft parties and pushing our product any way possible. With continuing support from friends, family and fellow grass root entrepreneurs we have made it to where we are today.” ~ Aptemal
JUMP TO THE BANDCAMP PAGE AND GET THE FREE DOWNLOAD.
http://www.aptemalclothing.bandcamp.com
For more information about Aptemal Clothing check out:
http://www.aptemalclothing.com/
No Ideas Original – Boundless Music The Nas Remixes
Words by Aaron Hansen Cover Art by Jimmy Papers
“No ideas original, there’s nothin’ new under the sun. It’s never what you do, but how it’s done..” – NAS
DJ Teddy King has been diligently working on his next Boundless Music Release. A talented DJ with an arsenal of rare music, his vision for this next project was simple.
Dig through his insane collection of NAS vinyl, focus on finding acapellas from album cuts & rare tracks, then tap his talented friends to produce an original album of NAS Remixes entitled No Ideas Original.
One of Teddy’s skilled friends happens to be none other than The Large Professor. If you need a sample of how amazing this mixtape is stream the No Ideas Original Remix – Produced by Large Professor below…
Nas No Ideas Original – Produced By Large Professor by BoundlessNY
Free Download -
Boundless Music | No Ideas Original | The Nas Remixes Presented by DJ Teddy King
1. U Gotta Luv It – Produced by Mondee
2. God Loves Us – Produced by Commander Black
3. Surviving The Times – Produced by BT
4. Purple – Produced by Jony Fraze
5. Fast Life – Produced by Geng Grizzly
6. No Ideas Original – Produced by Large Professor
7. Hey Nas – Produced by Shinobi Ninja
8. Ur Da Man – Produced by 2 Hungry Bros
9. Ur Da Man – Produced by Face Valyou
10. Zone Out – Produced by Mondee
11. Mastermind – Produced by Steel
12. The General (Salute Me) – Produced by BT
13. Nas Is Like – Produced by Dr. Butcher & Rob Swift
14. Rewind – Produced by Face Valyou
15. Thiefs Theme – Produced by Tes Uno
16. Destroy & Rebuild – Produced by Rugged One
17. Affirmative Action – Produced by Kon
18. Bridging The Gap – Produced by Shiftee
Via: Boundless
FREE MP3: Georgia Anne Muldrow – “fOnkRocker”
The eclectically talented Georgia Anne Muldrow will be releasing her latest project, VWETO – the album title means “gravity” in Swahili – exclusively on iTunes today with the worldwide release, both physical and digital, to follow on January 25, 2011. The album is a tour-de-force when it comes to musical exploration taking on influences from “Fonkrock” and Hip-Hop and runs the gambit all the way down to Piano Space. Innovative and avant-garde, Muldrow’s new album is a breath of fresh air as the songstress and producer continues to push musical boundaries.
To accompany the digital release of the instrumental project, Georgia Anne Muldrow is releasing her first single from the album. “fOnkRocker” goes in hard as the music mimics the tracks title by giving off a heavy dose of funked up base lines accompanied by a fierce Rock ‘N’ Roll vibe. The melodic track incorporates rolling beats – beats fit for both swank underground lounges and clubs. The track embodies the essence of what this West Coast artist has become so successful at: meshing together styles and creating a sound that is fresh and transcendent among any genre.
Free Download:
Click Here to Download fOnkRocker
Twitter:
http://twitter.com/JAHJAHMULDROW
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Georgia-Anne-Muldrow/104025222966197
Label Site:
http://www.facebook.com/MelloMusicGroup360
Talib Kweli – Gutter Rainbows
On Reflection Eternal’s 2000 album “Train of Thought,” Talib Kweli challenged fans, and himself, to “do what comes naturally.” After years of recording on mainstream labels, he now has the chance to produce exactly what he wants—and feels he needs—to produce: an album straight from his mouth to the ears of his fans. Invoking the true meaning of MC, Master of Ceremonies, Kweli brings incredible power to his live shows and feeds off the spontaneous energy of his audiences. Being able to interact directly with his audience and the musicians he most respects, he has created an album and a sound that best reproduces that ceremony for his fans. Finally, after serious urgency in the studio, Kweli presents ‘Gutter Rainbows,’ an album that takes a trip back to childhood while marking the newest stage in his long and dynamic career. This newest release, recorded on his time and with his talent as the driving force, proves Kweli is a complete and formidable musician—it presents the depth and breadth of his experience and ability, and sets a new bar for the cutting edge of hip-hop music.
Through Kweli’s various collaborations, he has been able to grow as an artist and expand his fan base. For over 15 years, Kweli has been a king of New York hip-hop who has an expansive international audience. Kweli’s work with Mos Def on “Black Star” (1998) still stands as one of hip-hop’s premiere expressions of truth. On “Train of Thought,” Kweli teamed up with Hi Tek to form Reflection Eternal, a virtuoso hip-hop duo that continues to wow audiences and critics alike. In 2007, Kweli and DJ/Producer/MC Madlib gave their fans “Liberation”—originally released free on the internet—an album that was filled with their joint love of the music they make and the respect their fans give them. Performing all over the world with unique style and an unequaled dedication to his music, Kweli has worked with artists as diverse as Kanye West, Justin Timberlake, MF Doom, Mary J. Blige, Fabolous, Common, Nelly, The Roots, Quincy Jones, Gucci Mane, Norah Jones, KRS-One and many more. With a career filled with success and innovation, it comes as no surprise that both Jay-Z and 50 Cent, at the height of their stardom, both counted Kweli among their favorite rappers. On his “solo” albums, there is no question that his lyrical talent and unique musical drive rank up there with the best in the business. Recording with other world famous musicians or alone on the mic, Kweli gives both the long-time fan and the uninitiated an unforgettable experience.
“Gutter Rainbows” was recorded with the help of incredibly talented musicians from across the country. Eric Krasno, Jean Grae, Strong Arm Steady, Iron Solomon, Outasight, Kendra Ross, Sean Price, 88-Keys, Marco Polo, Ski
Beatz, M-Phazes, S-1, E. Jones, Oh No and others make appearances. With this record, Kweli is able to make the music he knows and loves, play with the best musicians around, and bring it straight to his fans.
As a boy growing up in Brooklyn, Kweli saw gutters that ran with dirt, oil and water, revealing a shimmering rainbow to his child’s eyes. Drawing its title from this memory, this album puts at the raw center what his music has been doing for years: finding and preserving the beautiful in the hideous; the rainbows in the gutter. Weaving the lyrical and the gritty, the autobiographical with an honest, no-holds- barred hip-hop spirit; Kweli sticks fiercely to what feels true to him in creating the sound of this album.
Without being tied to any particular label’s conception of what his sound should be or when his work should hit his fans, Kweli is free to build his most personal album yet in both content and motivation. Kweli’s true solo career has only just begun, and although the future holds more collaboration, “Gutter Rainbows” marks a new stage in the long and ever-evolving career of Talib Kweli.
Album Track Listing:
1. After The Rain (produced by 88-Keys)
2. Gutter Rainbows (produced by M-Phazes)
3. So Low (produced by Shuko)
4. Palookas feat. Sean Price (produced by Marco Polo)
5. Mr. International feat. Nigel Hall (produced by S1)
6. I’m On One (produced by KHRYSIS!)
7. Wait For You feat. Kendra Ross (produced by S1)
8. Ain’t Waiting feat. Outasight (produced by 6th sense)
9. Cold Rain (produced by Ski Beatz)
10. Friends & Family (produced by E. Jones)
11. Tater Tot (produced by Nick Speed)
12. How You Love Me feat. Blaq Toven (produced by Blaq Toven)
13. Uh Oh feat. Jean Grae (produced by Oh No)
14. Self Savior feat. Chace Infinite (produced by Maurice Brown)
Gutter Rainbows Album Out January 25th, 2011 on Javotti Media/3D
Digital-Only in North America / All Formats in the rest of the world
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