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Monthly Archives: February 2010
Method Man, Ghostface Killah and Raekwon’s “Wu Massacre”
You’ve read about it on your favorite blogs and websites. You watched the crazy teaser videos that ripped off the Brad Pitt flick Seven. You downloaded the free MP3s. Now it’s time to wipe away the drool, because the Meth, … Continue reading
Brother Ali’s “Breakin’ Dawn Tour”
Rhymesayers road dog Brother Ali kicks off another North American tour next month in support of last year’s excellent US. L.A. upstart Fashawn lends support. Publicity stuff: This spring, acclaimed Minneapolis rapper Brother Ali will set out on his second … Continue reading
Lupe Fiasco on “Steppin’ Laser” tour
In April, Lupe Fiasco embarks on a monthlong tour of major markets in support of his forthcoming album, We Are Lasers. Or is it called Lasers now? I’m not sure. B.O.B., the talented ATL artist who will finally (fingers crossed) … Continue reading
Flying Lotus previews album with mini-tour
Flying Lotus is embarking on a brief buzz-building tour prior to the May 4 release of his third album, Cosmogramma. Dubstep scion Kode9 opens on most dates. (February 26 update) Almost forgot to mention that FlyLo will support Thom Yorke … Continue reading
The Wrap Up – February 21, 2010
When was the last time I posted a “Wrap Up”? I can’t remember… Google shuts down music blogs, Internet deems the action “musicblogocide” (guardian.co.uk) MTV/Viacom, Real Networks spins off Rhapsody (multichannel.com) MTV no longer known as “Music Television,” now known … Continue reading
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Chiddy Bang, “Opposite of Adults”
This track dropped in spring 2009 under the title “Kids (MGMT remix),” but for obvious reasons it was retitled “Opposite of Adults.” Okayplayer.com uploaded an Onsmash.com embedded clip, but I did a little research and found an official version. Taken … Continue reading
DJ Spinna’s “Get On Down”
Remember DJ Spinna’s Sonic Smash from last summer? He finally completed a video for one of the tracks, “Get On Down.” New jacks Fresh Daily, P.SO and Homeboy Sandman provide raps. Directed by Pacool for Chancleta Films. Spotted via Okayplayer.com. … Continue reading
Nocando’s “Two Track Mind”
Hmm…not exactly Nocando’s cleanest lyric, but it will do. And the video is very imaginative. Busdriver shows up for a co-sign. Directed by Kyle Gray. Edited by Humberto Hidalgo. Taken from Jimmy the Lock.
Joell Ortiz’ “Call Me”
Okay, some dudes front on Joell Ortiz. But the fact is he actually made a good album (The Bricks: Bodega Chronicles), and most rappers haven’t. So there. This video is very sweet…it reminds me a lot of rap videos from … Continue reading
Wale, K’naan on East Coast tour
Wale and K’naan on the same tour? Sounds like a good idea.