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Review: Murs & 9th Wonder, “Fornever”
Murs & 9th Wonder, Fornever SMC Recordings Murs and 9th Wonder’s third album together (not counting the Internet-only My Sweet Lord) has a distinctly L.A. vibe, with guest spots from Sick Jacken, Kurupt and Suga Free. The beats are slightly … Continue reading
An interview with Murs
Two weeks ago, Murs and I spoke for a half hour for Rhapsody. It was part of a promotional push for his new album with 9th Wonder, Fornever. I posted the interview on Tuesday, April 13, the same day that … Continue reading
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Tagged 9th Wonder, independent hustle, label red tape, ladies in hip-hop, Murs, Paid Dues Festival, Rock the Bells, Warner Bros.
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Felt’s “Felt Chewed Up”
Not exactly backpack thugs, but definitely backpack party rap — in a good way. From Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez, in stores now.
Raekwon, Xzibit and Murs’ “Legacy”
Remember in the 90s when rappers use to compose battle anthems for random B-movie action flicks? This is like a throwback to that.
Murs joins Tech N9ne on Sickology tour
Next week, Murs will be the opener on Tech N9ne’s two-month Sickology tour. How did Murs end up an opening act to Tech N9ne? Although the latter gets less press attention, he has a huge following, as attendees to this … Continue reading
Lineup set for Paid Dues 2009
Last week, Murs 3:16 and Guerilla Union announced the lineup for this year’s Paid Dues Festival. The 4th annual showcase will feature Atmosphere, Tech N9ne, Living Legends, Brother Ali, B-Real, Grouch & Eligh, Cage, Eyedea & Abilities, Blu & Exile, … Continue reading
Odd Couple: Busy P and Murs
Here’s an incongruous pairing: Ed Banger Records producer Busy P and Murs the Living Legend together on “To Protect and Entertain.” Murs’ punchy raps and Busy P’s patented electro-funk beats makes for a oddly appealing and funky mix. Meanwhile, Murs … Continue reading
New Murs tour, DVD
Today, Murs heads out on the road for a long tour that will incorporate just about ever major city in the continental U.S. And then he’ll probably tour some more. With his major label debut Murs for President (not counting … Continue reading
Murs releases “Murs for President”
Murs has scheduled a release date for his long-awaited sixth album and major label debut. Reprise/Warner will issue his sixth album, Murs for President, on September 30. Interestingly, if the initial track listing is correct, Murs for President doesn’t include … Continue reading
Rock the Bells and Paid Dues return for 2008
Okay, I know this is old news, at least by Internet standards. In case you didn’t know, however, Rock the Bells and Paid Dues Festival are returning for another year. Rock the Bells, the first touring hip-hop festival since Smokin’ … Continue reading
Living Legends re-up for 2008
Living Legends has been on a tear this year. You’ve already heard about the massive stealth campaign swirling around Murs’ highly anticipated new album, Murs for President. But other crew members have been getting down, too. Sunspot Jonz dropped a … Continue reading
Murs runs for president
Next month, Murs will host another edition of his increasingly successful Paid Dues Festival in San Bernardino, Calif. But fans of the veteran West Coast rapper will get another treat by this summer: a new album titled Murs for President. … Continue reading
Paid Dues Festival returns for 2008
In 2006, Paid Dues Festival emerged as the indie conscience of the fast-blossoming Rock the Bells Festival. Organized by Murs’ 3:16 Productions and Rock the Bells’ Guerilla Union, it championed many of the smaller artists that had helped launch Rock … Continue reading
Rock the Bells, Paid Dues rock the nation
As expected, the Rock the Bells festival — which built its reputation in 2003 by featuring the last live appearance of the complete Wu-Tang Clan (RIP Ol’ Dirty Bastard) — has expanded from a two-day blowout to a summerlong holiday.
This year’s bill includes the mighty Clan (who will hopefully finish their 8 Diagrams comeback before heading on the road), Nas, Talib Kweli, Pharoahe Monch, David Banner, Immortal Technique and Jedi Mind Tricks. Freestyle phenom Supernatural and beatboxer legend Rahzal host.
As an added bonus, Rage Against the Machine, Cypress Hill and UGK will appear on select dates. Rage and Cypress Hill are slated for Rock the Bells shows in New York, San Bernardino and San Francisco. Every concert date will include numerous special guest performers.
Meanwhile, the previously announced Paid Dues Festival is gearing up for its own national jaunt. Felt (Atmosphere and Murs), Living Legends, Sage Francis, Brother Ali, Cage, Mr. Lif, G&E (the Grouch and Eligh), Hangar 18 and Luckyiam.psc. Just like Rock the Bells, Paid Dues will be brought to you by Guerilla Union, in association with rapper/executive Murs 3:16.
For those who want to attend Paid Dues and Rock the Bells, the two processionals will unite for one massive showdown on June 28-29 in New York and August 11 in San Bernardino. Book your airplane tickets now.