Rebel Diaz – “#OccupyTheAirwaves” (Free Mixtape)
We need more brothers in Hip Hop like the Chi-Town duo Rebel Diaz. Not enough emcees speak up and rep for the people on a daily. Not enough Chuck D's and too many Wacka Flukas have infiltrated our Hip Hop culture. Since the Rebel's came on the scene they have consistently spoke out about the social injustices that we have →
Jedi Mind Tricks f/Demoz “When Crows Descend Upon You” (Video)
On October 25, 2011, Jedi Mind Tricks released their seventh studio album, Violence Begets Violence, through Vinnie Paz’s own imprint, Enemy Soil. Here is the first video, "When Crows Descend Upon You," from JMT's forthcoming LP.
Buckshot, Smif N Wessun, Promise – “Run To Remember” (Track)
New audio from Buckshot, Smif N Wessun, Promise "Run To Remember" (produced by Double-O of Kidz In The Hall) Earlier this year Dru Ha (co-owner of Duck Down Music) lost his Father to a 10 year battle with Alzheimer's. In his Father's honor, Dru Ha announced that he will be running in the ING New York City Marathon on November →
A Chat With Styles 1001
If you didn’t get a chance to see this video with Floe Montana and the lovely Tamar it is time that you do. This week I got a chance to chill and catch up with a friend of mine Marcel, some of you know him as Styles 1001. When he and I meet we can talk for hours on end →
Kendrick Lamar Meets Sacramento
It’s always an emotional twist for me every time I head to a show, as if I was the one going on stage. The thoughts that roll around in my head are as follows: Will the artists love sac? Will Sacramento come out and support; show their respect to artists that touch down in our city? And last but not →
Locals Only Showcase: Sacramento Stand Up!!
The entrance to Sol Collective is filled with music junkies waiting for the beats to hit from their favorite local artists. While walking up to the collective I see some fresh faces to the scene to those that have been on Sacramento music’s scene for quite sometime. The lights have just dimmed to welcome in the crew that stands outside →
Hopie Spitshard- ft. LuckyIAm “It’s Beautiful” (Video)
Track produced by 6Fingers and the video was directed & edited by Stretch for Stretch Shots. For Hopie's latest video "It's Beautiful" she teams up with Living Legends crew member, LuckyIAm. This ill track delivers a powerful message about doing the best you can with the cards you're dealt in life, no matter how bad the hand. Offering an optimistic look →
DLRN – “Reset” (feat. Prometheus Brown & Illecism) Official Music Video
DLRN proudly presents the visual accompaniment for the track "Reset" off their second EP The Bridge. The track features the Blue Scholars' Prometheus Brown and Illecism of Fly High. Filmed for several days underneath the sweltering Mojave Desert sun, the video was directed by Sami Abdou of Faux Real Productions and filmed by Tim Jenkins. Conceptualized and written by Abdou, →
Lee Bannon – “Fantastic Plastic”
Lee Bannon's "Fantastic Plastic" EP is out now via Plug Research!! The full length album should be expected to drop sometime in early 2012. The young but prolific producer has already made waves with previous projects while working with some of hip hop's biggest names including Talib Kweli, Consequence, Planet Asia and many others. Lee Bannon's single for "Search & Destroy" featured →
EXILE: 4TRK MIND
Exile's first self-produced rap album is coming out October 4th via Soul Spazm Records. Although many know Exile for his live MPC performances and his production with with Blu, Fashawn, Aloe Blacc, Pharoahe Monch, Mobb Deep, Big Sean and many others, Exile has been rapping for years. He rapped on early Emanon records with Aloe Blacc, on Blu's "Below the Heavens" →
Doodlebug Ft. DOR – Futuristic Sci-Fi
Release Date: September 27, 2011 Record Label: Soulspazm/Fatbeats Records Cutting edge lyrics laced over beats that take you back to the early 90’s booming Hip Hop era make up Futuristic Sci-Fi by Doodlebug of the legendary Digable Planets Featuring DOR; and although this opus of fresh new sounds and verses could possibly mark Doodlebug A.K.A. Cee Know’s return to Hip Hop →
Jam For Japan: Uniting Hip Hop for a greater cause
Capitol Roots, Sol Collective, Northstar Zulu and Hip Hop Congress and many more inspiring organizations are sponsoring "Jam for Japan," a charity event where 100% of the proceeds go toward the Japan Relief fund (www.globalgiving.org). The night will include all elements of Hip Hop: Live Graffiti by Ben, AceRock, PayDirt and Kai (sponsored by Sol Collective) Emcee cypher and performances by: Soosh*E w/ →
Stalley – Chevys & Space Ships (Video)
Ohio Stand Up. Here are some new, creative, entertaining visuals from the dude Stalley. Right in time to get folks juiced about his upcoming, free show in Cincinnati, OH. Don't know about you but I'll be there. #midwestyep
Trending Topiks: #howhiphopchangedtheworld
There's no way I could cover #howhiphopchangedtheworld in one blog post. However, I will attempt to generalize it and say that hip hop changed the world by giving people around the world a common language. This language doesn't come across only in dialect, but in how we communicate, what we stand up for, how we dress, how we act, how →
Tribe of Levi featuring Bru Lei – “Things to Do” (Video)
Sacramento Hip Hop is not Sacramento Hip Hop without the legendary Tribe of Levi. Tribe of Levi represents The People's Revolution (TPR) and portray the true essence of Hip Hop culture. Spreading light, positivity, knowledge and truth is what they are known for. Check out their new video featuring Bru Lei, produced by Jae Synth: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwbyzODmPQg&feature=player_embedded Check out The Tribe of Levi →
Video: “Off Tonight” by Hopie Spitshard
Her name says it all- Hopie Spits HARD! By day she does things like obtain a law degree, by night she beasts on the mic! The Dulce Vita LP, a follow up from her album Diamond Dame.. And it does not disappoint. Check out her latest video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxBkqv-iftY&feature=channel_video_title "Off Tonight", from the Dulce Vita LP, now available online at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/hopie and in select retail →
Rhymesayers’ The Family Vacation Tour kicks off today!
With their first show already sold out, the tour starts off on a great note! Fresh off the heels of their brand new album, The Family Sign, their landmark headlining performance at the Soundset Festival and a well-received Bonnaroo appearance, Atmosphere are announcing another string of live dates with label-mates Evidence and DJ Babu (of Dilated Peoples), Blueprint, and Prof. →
“New Perspective” by Chase Moore
Some of you may know him as a battle rapper, some know him as a producer, or an emcee... Chase Moore wears many hats and puts in work to this art form called music. Check out this single from his upcoming project Moore to Chase: "New Perspective," produced by Hippie Sabotage. Stay tuned at the end for a bonus video →
Sole and the SkyRider Band
Part Hip Hop, part electronic, part rock... This multi-genre band makes music that the people feel. Currently on tour with their new album "Hello Cruel World," don't miss them at Sol Collective on Tuesday, August 16th along with Sacramento's own Defeye and Aquifier. DJ Riff Raff and DJ Admant on deck... Check out more of Sole and the SkyRider Band Here.
Joints & Jams: Premo Beats Edition
The Sleep Rockers and First Dirt have teamed up to bring you a special edition of Joints and Jams paying homage to the legendary DJ Premier. If you've never been to a Joints and Jams event, you've been missing out! Not your typical Hip Hop show... Emcees are invited to rap over classic beats of whoever is being honored that →
NEW Task1ne Single: “What’s That Sound”
Check out the new single "What's That Sound?" by Sacramento's Task1ne produced by Adam Bomb. The much anticipated District 916 is appropriately set to release on 9.16.11, look out for that! What's That Sound? prod. by Adam Bomb by task1ne
Blee’s Block Party! #BBP 8.13.11
Turf Hop Alliance is at it again! August is here and 2nd Saturday is just a few weeks away. If you're in Sacramento you won't want to miss this Downtown Block party & BBQ brought to you by Blee... Live DJs, performances, a COOKOUT by your favorite local emcees, a water fight and more! Bring the family!
Interview with the Cool Kids by Miss Special
Cool Kids chop it up with Miss Special of Special Sundays about the myspace days, origin of their group name, working with Pharrell Williams, Ghostface and more! Check it out... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJfrEZ3aDX0
Trending Topiks: #5thingsyoucantdo
If you are a hip hop fan and consider yourself part of the hip hop culture, here is a list of #5thingsyoucantdo: 1. Become discouraged by the current state of hip hop • We all know that things aren’t in the best condition right now, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t get better. We just each what we can do individually →
