I would post some commentary, but I’m frantically going through music to figure out what to play on Sound Session tonight. Besides, you don’t need my take on this. It’s Lupe. It’s dope.
Awww, no appearance from Jake in the video? Wack. Other than that, good stuff from Rik Cordero for one of the best singles of the year.
Friday! See y’all there…
Oh, and I believe we’ll be interviewing Lu and B.o.B…let me know if you have any questions we should ask ’em.
If, for some silly reason, “Shine So Brite” wasn’t enough to prove to you that Nottz can not only murder the beat but also rip the mic…I present to you, “Cars.” This dude is crazy dope.
If you aren’t familiar with her work on the recent Foreign Exchange projects, YahZarah is one of the illest singers out right now. When the big homey Phonte hit me up to be a part of this promo video for her upcoming album, The Ballad of Purple St. James, it was an honor to help out. Granted, I didn’t realize I committed to lip syncing her rendition of “Dedicated To You” (a classic jazz standard), but I’m just thankful you only get to see my ugly mug for a few seconds. Let’s hope the outtakes never make it out the vault…
There are certain artists and certain records that make me remember why I love dope hip-hop. Tanya Morgan is one of those groups. Shout to the fellas for continually blessing us with great music…
Oh goodness.
The King Of Ballard himself, Grynch, just dropped the visuals for his classic “My Volvo” record, complete with the Oreos in the dash. Doesn’t get any better.
If you’re not up on the man’s music, GetGrynch.com.
Damn, watching this clip was like watching the last episode of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air 🙁
But in all seriousness, Little Brother’s music as a group meant so much to me and played such an important role in my life from 2001 to now, it’s definitely sad that they’re ending the group (…at least for now). Of course, on a positive note, Phonte, Pooh, and 9th will be making lots of great music in the years to come and judging by other group breakups and rapper retirements, I don’t know if I’ll give up all hope just yet…
Not exactly a happy go-lucky record, but definitely a dope (no pun) track and video from Sky. Directed by Artemus Jenkins, off Skyzoo’s The Salvation.
Oh hell yes. As referenced here, Shad’s new album, TSOL, is on the way and I couldn’t be more excited for a project this year. I think the only other rapper that makes me rewind for lyrics as much as Shad is Lupe, and y’all already know I’m a Lupe Stan. If you aren’t up on Shad, don’t worry, there’s room on the bandwagon. But um…get on NOW.
Spread the mp3 to your people and share the good word on Shad…