Monday 30 June 2008

Gems from Glastonbury

Glastonbury was awesome this year! I have three gems for you…

First up is: Hot Chip and Wiley - Wearing My Rolex


Next up: Dizzee Rascal featuring Calvin Harris


Finally, all the controversy over bringing hip hop to Glastonbury was put to rest with Jay Z’s performance, he smashed it. Here is the link to the video of Jigga performing Oasis’ Wonderwall then 99 Problems, in response to Noel Gallagher’s comments.

Check it out:



Enjoy!

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Tuesday 17 June 2008

New RZA

Here is the new single from RZA, it's been out a little while now. It's called 'You Can't Stop Me Now' and is taken from his upcoming album "Digi Snacks" out June 24th:



Do you like?

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Tuesday 10 June 2008

Long awaited Nas video

Here is the long awaited video from Nas for his single "Be A Nigger Too". The video is just over 8 minutes:

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New single from Nas

his is the first official single from Nas’ upcoming album, it’s called “Hero”. The track features the talented Keri Hilson on vocals. Polow Da Don produced this track and has come up with a crazy energetic beat which will no doubt attract alot of plays on commercial radio.

Even though this track is obviously aimed at commercial radio, Nas does not neglect his lyrics at all. He comes with his brutally honest self, laying down provocative rhymes over every bar with that hunger and power he is known for. I am liking this tune, production and lyrics compliment each other perfectly. Enjoy!


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Sunday 8 June 2008

Ironik from the UK

Every so often an underground UK hiphop artist will break through. Although this happens sporadically and very rarely do they remain in the spotlight, here is another artist breaking through to the mainstream. His name is DJ Ironik.

He's been making music and DJing for a while now, and producing for other artists like Chipmunk and Firecamp. Ironik used to make harder beats but has softened his sound alot now.

His track "Stay With Me" is being played alot on national radio at the moment. It has a very sentimental message to it, and it's getting mostly positive reviews. The only thing that can be annoying about the track is the chipmunk vocals in it, however I did hear a version played on BBC's Live Lounge with a girl singing. Her vocals were beautiful and did the track justice.Ironik was inspired to write his verses for his sister to let her know he would always be watching over her if anything ever happened to him, so beautiful sentiment. The beat's pretty nice too and reminds me of Dyme Def's track, "Jezebel" with the instruments used.

Check the video:


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LL Cool J

LL Cool J is back, finally! His last ever album for Def Jam, "Exit 13" was originally supposed to be released in 2007 with 50 Cent acting as executive producer, but 85% of the album was scrapped and reworked. 50 Cent is also no longer overseeing the project but will still appear on a song or two. "Exit 13" will also be the first album from LL to feature a "parental advisory" sticker since his "G.O.A.T" album in the late 90s. LL discusses the album in this interview. He says that he took a 2 year break from acting and all the extracurricular stuff to re-dedicate himself to music. I have no doubt this will shine through on his album. I can't wait to hear it! LL is one of those rappers that I miss, from Mama Said Knock You Out to Phenomenon he delivers and really is one of the greatest.
There are a few tracks that have been leaked onto the net which are said to be from his upcoming album, but here is one of the harder ones "Queens" on which he collaborates with G Unit & Kool G Rap. In it, he takes a swipe at Def Jam for their handling of him and his album.
Hopefully there will be some better tracks on the album too, enjoy!

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N*E*R*D are back

N*E*R*D are back with the follow up to their second album "Fly Or Die" of 2004. "Seeing Sounds" is the title and is in reference to a neurological phenomenon called 'synesthesia'.

Shay from the group elaborates: "It's a mixture of senses that may cause a person to experience colorful hearing, auditory smell." I think seeing sounds is a great title, so be able to see sounds through colour would be amazing!

Here is the first track from their funky trio, "Everyone Nose" and it's catchy too. I can't wait for the album. This track also produced a remix featuring Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco and Pusha T. The remix stands as Pharrell, Kanye, and Lupe's second official song as Child Rebel Soldier.


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A big thanks to everyone who contributed to the playlist! If you would like to suggest a track for the playlist, just drop me an email here :)