Legendz Of Doom is the latest project from DOOM/Terrortry (Yes, yes that’s some MF Doom). It’s a catchy as fuck record, and the speedy flow works so well with the upbeat production. The mixing and scratches are so tasty, and on this sunny day it makes everything just that little bit nicer. The sound’s got so much New York vibe to it, and you’ll get that as soon as you hear it I guarantee. It’s pretty reminiscent in places, of Jeru Tha Damaja. Apparently this grew out of the team deciding to make a single, but having so many ideas they went for a complete album. Good job they did.
Go take a listen for yourselves.
I said it was free because the whole thing is only going for 40 British pence (that’s like 25 Yankee cents boooy). Shiit I found 20 pence on my way home, you could pick the rest up from behind your sofa.
‘Underground Kingz’ is the new joint from emcee Oliver Sudden with beats by Ill Move Sporadic. The track is taken from the upcoming album ‘WASTE NOT WANT NOT’ out mid May.
Now I know this an ‘older’ release, and since then JabbaThaKut’s been throwing out new tracks every other day, but since no one can hate on Jabba and Chess Moves, then I’m sure none of you will be angry that I’m posting this up 10 months after its initial release date. It’s a perfect example of the difference between cats that call themselves ‘DJs’ when all they really do is press buttons on their laptop, and those who spend all their time locked up in their bedroom/basement making ridiculous beats. Even a shot mix is better than 90% of those suckers’ full albums. Oh my days I’m such a fan girl.
Today is the 56th Birthday of the creator of hip-hop, Clive Campbell ‘Kool Herc’, which in turns makes it the Birthday of hip-hop. Without this man I might not be sitting here in my girl’s house banging on about how great some MC is, and you might not be reading this. That’s some pretty scary perspective if you ask me. If you claim to be a hip-hop head, immersed in this culture and don’t know who Kool Herc is and/or don’t respect what he and the other legends created then I suggest you find yourself a big rock to bash yourself with. After which go educate yourself you poor little person.
Herc has been battling medical problems with his kidney stones for years, but with no health insurance it can get pretty expensive. I can’t even fathom that; the creator of hip-hop can’t even afford his medical bills!? Someone call 50 and tell him to sell one of his cars and give the money to Herc. That blows my mind, it really does. To donate go over to his website and see how you can help the father of this music.
In keeping with the graffiti theme from yesterday. Here’s the trailer to the new film documenting the rise of graffiti, from it’s smallest beginnings starting with ‘Taki 183’, and going all the way up to the present day. The film’s shot by Roger Gastman, the producer of Banksy’s ‘Exit Through the Gift Shop’. Whether you’re a writer or not, if you’re a hip-hop head then I suggest you try and catch this when it comes out.
Fancy copping Zayn’s new release, and actually giving the underground community some money? We get so many amazing free downloads sent our way to pass along, that it’s easy to forget not everything is free. It’s worth the money though believe me, Zayn puts out another golden release, and if you don’t buy an overprice Domino’s this week you can put your money to good use.
Fresh from the deepest darkest Northern borders, come Leeds based ‘Defenders Of Style. I first heard DOS back in July of 2011 when they put out the video for ‘Fish In A Barrel’, and instant head nodder track. Their style is heavy in every sense, production, beats and lyrically. Dirty Sterling is the latest release from these guys, and “is a 14 track mixtape spawned from the underbelly of the economic slump”. Sounds about right, in keeping with the roots of hip-hop eh?
Get excited and get to clicking.
The mixtape was produced, recorded and mastered by Jack Danz. All turntablism on the tape was done by DJ Sirplus.
For all those of you out there in hip-hop land that can actually dance, and not do that shuffle-to-the-right-shuffle-to-the-left thing or my personal favourite; the pointy dance. Although this night is actually for all of you, ’cause hey who doesn’t like watching some breaking? Errr no one b. If you’re in the London, UK area then I highly suggest you get down here. Here’s the reh teh teh for all those interested in entering and/or going. The DJ and MC line-up is ridiculous!
The search is on for the next big B-Boy / B-Girl acts for a battle competition at the launch of the new Elementz club night which takes place at Rhythm Factory in Whitechapel Road, London on Thursday 26th April. This is a new quarterly event representing the traditional 4 elements of hip hop to full effect.
At the launch party there will be DJ sets from Sarah Love (resident), DJ 279 (Choice FM), DJ Mr Thing (Scratch Pervert / DMC Finalist) and DJ Snips (Livin Proof). There will also be live performances by Caxton Press, Genesis Elijah, Naba Napalm, Ether L Banks, all hosted by Mystro.
A full section of the night is also being given over to live graffiti, open mic, and a b-boy / b-girl battle with a cash prize on offer. This is being hosted by End of the Weak / Speakers Corner DJ Snuff assisted by DJ Johny Garcia.
In addition to the existing line up of dancers, 7 more successful entrants will have the opportunity to take part in the battle competition on the night to be crowned Elementz Champion at the club’s first event.
To Enter:
Entrants should send either an existing or newly filmed video link of them performing in one of 3 ways. Either by uploading it onto the Facebook page www.facebook.com/elementzUK or by sending the link via twitter to @ElementzUKor by simply emailing the link to info.elementzuk@gmail.com
Only one video is accepted per entrant and all video submissions will be highlighted on the Facebook page. An email should also be sent to info.elementzuk@gmail.com with the entrant’s name & if possible, contact number. In return, an email will then be issued confirming entry into the competition.
The 10 entrants with the most “likes” on their own Youtube or Vimeo video will be shortlisted. For those using an older video, a note will be taken of the number of exisiting likes at the time of submission, so only “votes” registered after submission will be counted. The 7 successful entrants from that shortlist will be decided upon by an independent judging panel.
Entrants must be 18 years or older (UK Only). Entry into the competition is free and all votes will be counted on Thursday 19th April. The winners will be notified via email on Saturday 21st April
ELEMENTZ – REPRESENTING THE 4 ELEMENTS OF HIP HOP – THURSDAY 26TH APRIL 2012 AT THE RHYTHM FACTORY, 16 WHITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON E1 1EW
8PM – 3AM. NEAREST TUBE ALDAGATE EAST. TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR £7 IN ADVANCE NOW VIA TICKETWEB, £8 ON THE DOOR.
The UK Slaughterhouse Tour (Joell Ortiz, Royce Da 5’9”, Joe Budden & Crooked I) Tuesday 15th May (London) Wednesday 16th May (Birmingham) Thursday 17th May (Manchester)
Hip Hop super group Slaughterhouse, consisting of Joell Ortiz, Royce Da 5’ 9”, Joe Budden & Crooked I arrive in the UK for a 3 date tour. Their second album ‘Welcome to: Our House’, released in mid-June is executive produced by the Shady man himself, Eminem.
Brash and outspoken, bringing together the East Coast, West Coast and Detroit in the middle. Widely acclaimed as individual artists, the group formed in late 2008 after Crooked I from Long Beach, CA, Joell Ortiz from Brooklyn, NY and Royce da 5’9” from Detroit appeared on “Slaughterhouse” on the Halfway House album from Harlem-born, N Jersey-raised Joe Budden. During the past year, the quartet has also been featured with Ludacris, Yelawolf, Travis Barker and T.I., among others.
The London show features support from Smiler, with hosting from the MysDiggi man Mystro and Hip Hop’s finest DJ 279 (Choice FM) on the decks.
UK dates as follows: London – Tuesday 15th May (HMV Forum, 9-17 Highgate Road, Kentish Town, London, NW5 1JY) Birmingham – Wednesday 16th May (The Ballroom, 52-54 Dale End, Birmingham, B4 7LS) Manchester – Thursday 17th May (Sound Control, 1 New Wakefield Street, Manchester, M1 5NP)
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