New duo 5 O’Clock Shadowboxers drop their first video from their upcoming free LP, The Slow Twilight, due out June 23rd. Zilla Rocca on the mic, Blurry Drones on production, and visuals by Henry Choi. I think it turned out pretty dope…what do you think?
Awww yeah, the homegirl Chok just dropped the video for 2 joints off her new album, To Whom It May Concern. Trust when I tell you that not only is she one of the most talented singers in our lovely city, but she’s right there at the top of the pack nationally. People are starting to catch on, so hop on the bandwagon before you’re too late!
Also, you may remember the Vitamin D “Suns Out” beat from our Cornerstone Mixtape where Thig Natural of the Physics ripped a little freestyle intro. Have you downloaded the tape yet?
And just in case you needed more proof that Seattle is jam packed full of talent, peep this video of KDCutz remixing “Suns Out.”
Wow.
The last time I posted a video from Buff, it sparked a mini-rant, so I’ll try to keep this one shorter. Not only is this a great song (flawless beat from 14KT, dope hook from AB, ill lyrics from Mr. 1der) and a great video (ladies x 3…shouts to Jackson on the directorial debut), but it’s a great example of how most “underground” hip-hop these days actually dispels the stereotypes that the term implies.
In other words, this ain’t even “underground.” This is real life. I don’t know about the rest of you, but I don’t really dig music I can’t relate to personally. Instead, I bump this kind of “everyman” hip-hop that folks like Buff, Now On, and the rest of the A-Side Worldwide family represent. People need joints like this to prove that your ‘girl’ track doesn’t need to be fake, corny, or misogynistic. Like Buff mentioned in the song, just be little ol’ you and it’s all good*.
Cop There’s Only One in stores now for that goodness…
*Now if being you really does mean making it rain thousands of dollars in a strip club, then by all means, pimp on pimpin’…just throw those dollars [Jay] thaaaaaattaway [/Hov]
Peep the new video from one of the best albums of the year, Marco Polo & Torae’s Double Barrel, out now on Duck Down. I’ve mentioned it before on the site, but if you’re looking for some of that good ol’ fashioned boom bap ish that will break your neck, this album is for you.
That said, there’s range on the project too…it’s not all the same hyped up vibe as this video would suggest. We played “Crashing Down” on last week’s SNSS and it’s more sentimental and reflective. Tor kills that joint, detailing the effects the record industry’s demise has on artists who put their hearts and souls into this music, only to see fans bootleg their hard work for free.
Support these dudes. Cop Double Barrel now.
Sidenote, the last scene shows the kind of party I’d crash. Run that cake son.
I remember the first time I heard this track, the beat was so dope and classic feeling, I swore I’d heard it hundreds of times. Since then, I probably have. This is my ish…shout to the TM homies! Cop Brooklynati in stores now…
The long awaited visuals for Wale’s lead single have finally leaked and I think the clip came out pretty nice. Definitely crisp and I dig the track, though the blatant M.I.A. swagger jacking from GaGa’s hook still seems a little weird to me. I’m sure Cool & Dre or someone ran it by M.I.A., but I’d be curious to hear what she feels about the hook.
Anyway, hopefully this single will catch on and Wale can join the ranks of Asher, Cudi, and Drake as the only new cats to actually get a crossover hit. One of my old workplaces, KIIS in LA, has already added it so that’s a great sign.
Here’s another new video from Wale and Rik Cordero for “Family Affair” while we’re at it:
Seattle folks: Wale will be performing at Bumbershoot this year…don’t miss it…
Why the hell was this never released? A few things could be tightened up, but the video is cool and the song was an insta-classic as soon as that first College Dropout advance leaked. Ah…those were the days. Senior year of college…the memories!
Ok, so I like the official version of the video more than the bootleg that leaked, but I dunno…still doesn’t do a ton for me. Rihanna’s Aneesa meets Cruella de Vil look just isn’t hot to me and the action poses she strikes throughout are kind of cringe-worthy. I suppose that’s what they were going for.
I do like the nightie lingerie outfit though…I approve of that. The alternate mix of the song is cool too, though it’s only slightly different than the album version (my current ringtone).
Ahahahahahaha, greatness. Though to be fair, range is generally not our problem. It’s every other skill set on the highest level, but we have jumpers for days.
Via the new and improved QN5.com.
Despite the special effects looking like cut scenes from an early 2000’s computer game (Starcraft FTW), I kinda dig this video. Well, upon further review, I think I just like he song and the clip itself is adequate. Kanye kind of bodies his verse (for a guest 16 on a R&B track) and The-Dream is actally one of the few pop/R&B singers I like these days. Though I don’t like that there’s a hyphen in his name…not one bit. Why does The-Dream have a hyphen and Flo Rida doesn’t? These are the things that keep me up at night.
Sidenote, Seattle folks: The-Dream (and perhaps Ms. Milian?) will be coming to Summer Jam this year, July 25th at White River Amphitheater. For more info and the complete lineup, click here. And since it is a recession, if you want to cop lawn seats for $9.33, we’re having a special promotion this Saturday from 10am – 1pm at White River. Plus, if you find me there and mention The Audacity of Dope, you win a special prize*.
*special prize is dap lasting no longer than 2.3 seconds.