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Produced by Pro P
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Pre order the Album ‘The Code’ here: http://northernstructure.bandcamp.com/
Northern Structure Records presents ‘The Code’ the latest project from Spider Jaroo and Pro P. Following on from last year’s ‘Writing For Commision’ EP the Rapper/Producer duo have are back in full force offering an 11 track album featuring the talents of Bill Sykes of TNC, Assa, Tony Skank, Tash Williams, Old Man Reefer and Analyst.
The production is solely handled by Pro P which showcases a variety of Boombap style beats that have made P a huge hit on the UK and US underground scenes over the years cementing himself as one of the premier hip hop producers operating today.
In terms of concepts and topics the album explores many different ideas including political and sociological Issues (All Rights Reserved, Pictures Of Smiles) and also Global Problems (Lose Our Way). The title track (The Code) is an insight into Jaroo’s dark lyricism and paves the way for tracks such as ‘Infected Kids’, ‘Shame On Ya’ and ‘Hulk in a China Shop’ where the beats are heavy and lyrics hard throughout reminding fans that Jaroo still holds it down in any cypher environment.
The overall approach to the album stems from Jaroo’s time spent in Manchester where he now resides and the artists he has worked with since being there which are highlighted on the Project all bringing to the table the level of talent expected when listening to an NSR Project.
This is the first of many projects to be released from the label this year including the Evileyz ‘Wash Basket’ album, the second instalment to Amos’ ‘Indian Ink’ series produced by Bambu Hands and another two albums under Jaroo’s belt which will be out around summertime.
This is the first of many projects to be released from the label this year including the Evileyz ‘Wash Basket’ album, the second instalment to Amos’ ‘Indian Ink’ series produced by Bambu Hands and another two albums under Jaroo’s belt which will be out around summertime.
Releases 18 February 2013
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Until today, Akbar was unknown to me (but probably not Stix, he knows everything) and I kind of feel like I missed the bandwagon already. His album ‘Planet X’ already has a refined and detailed maturity that I, in all honestly wasn’t expecting. His flows and punchlines are pretty unique, and his vocal tone’s has the warm of an old skool MC, 7 releases in. ‘Good Food’ is a nice representation of his skill, and whilst I wasn’t initially a fan of his patrois-style rhyming on this one, it’s a grower and gives the song a nice twist to it. Overall, it’s a good feel-good record, and should be a steady platform for Akbar to convince a few more people to join his team.
For fans of God Cypher Divine, Living Legends, Too Many T’s.
To pick the album up from iTubnes just click the link.
01.) Ladders (Produced By New Era)
02.) Most Rappers (Produced By Soul Supreme)
03.) Man Upstairs (Produced By Soul Supreme)
04.) Teacha Will Appear (Produced By DJ Parker Lee)
05.) Dirty Game (Produced By DJ Parker Lee)
06.) Asteroid Belt (Interlude)
07.) Seven (Produced By DJ Parker Lee)
08.) Story Of The Warrior Pt. 1 (Produced By I-Cue)
09.) Good Food (Produced By DJ Parker Lee)
10.) Who’s Who? (Produced By Preservation)
11.) Still Dedicated (Produced By Soul Supreme)
12.) Great Conjunction (Interlude)
13.) 911×7 (Produced By Dr. Mindbenda)
14.) Earth Transmissions (Interlude)
15.) 2 Divine (Produced By DJ Parker Lee)
16.) Price Of Freedom (Produced By DJ Parker Lee)
17.) Big Bang (Produced By Dr. Mindbenda)
18.) 1000 Years (Produced By Dr. Mindbenda)
19.) Story Of The Warrior Pt. 2 (Produced By DJ Parker Lee)
Develop, Australian native has recently released his latest beat tape ‘Beats For The Masses’. It’s quite a melodic offering, and feels like he should have waited a few months until it gets warmer, so we can all sit in the sun listening to this. ‘Jones’ and ‘Heartmender’ are good examples of what I mean, and by far my favourites from the record. This album made me feel nostalgic for a summer I’ve had, and a summer I haven’t yet (oh my gosh that’s some literal fucking art man, don’t miss out on the goodness).
MC competition you say?
“MCs out there, listen up!
Beat Basement Records wants to hear you rap over your favourite DEVELOP beat. To celebrate the release of the beat tape, the independent label is running an international MC competition by the name of “Will Rap For Beats”. Entries in all languages are accepted. Submit your entry before the 28th of February 2013 and you might win beats, mixing and publishing for your own digital 4-track EP, provided by Beat Basement Records. Get on it!”
Competition Infos:
http://www.beatbasementrecords.com/willrapforbeats/
The artists behind three of the most anticipated albums coming this year on Nature Sounds join forces for the posse cut “Thelonius King”. Limited edition 7-inch vinyl of “Thelonius King” coming in time for Record Store Day this April, check out the info on all three albums below.
Pre-order 7″ vinyl here: https://store.nature-sounds.net/store/thelonius/
Durag Dynasty “360 Waves” – March 16th
Blu – “NoYork” (Deluxe Edition) – March 26th
R.A. The Rugged Man “Legends Never Die” – April 2013
Video directed by Nicolas Heller
Animation by Ruff Mercy
This is a beat tape with quite an interesting twist to it, and one I can safely say I have never heard before. Keor Meteor has released this EP with the coppers in mind. The beats are cut well, and I’m a big fan of the even and warm instrumental and production. The vocal cuts are all around the theme of crime and/or the Police, and are full of a healthy dose of sarcasm and quite frankly, very funny clips. Es-K and DJ Ivan6 both make guest apparences, but add their own flavour and colour to the project.
Overall this is a fun and well put together tape. For fans of Mr Green, Jabbathakut, Runone & Molotov.
A year after the passing of breaker’s favourite, Jimmy Castor DJ Doom and Nutso have come together to create a tribute track remixing Castor’s classic B-boy/girl anthem ‘It’s Just Begun’. Whilst you can’t fuck with an original like that, DJ Doom and Blunted Astronaut have given their own take on the track, and mixed it up with some sick verses and of course lovely scratches. You can get the song and instrumental version on LP which features Large Professor, Tony Touch and El Da Sensei over at Blunted Astronaut Records.
Press release!
“After spending 2012 smashing up show’s alongside the likes of Wu Tang’s GZA, Pete Rock & CL Smooth and Lord Finesse, the working-class Dad himself, Micall Parknsun aka Parky brings in the new year with the long awaited unveiling of his most personal outing to date, the highly anticipated new album “Me Myself & Akai”.
The formula’s simple: Micall Parknsun + 1 x Akai MPC = “Me Myself & Akai”.
The album is entirely self-produced, with Micall spitting that trademark gravel-pit flow over his very own brand of box-fresh beats! Lyrics range from the introspective (My Own Worst Enemy, When I See You) to the outright rowdy (Grade & Liquor, Wotchalookinat?) with a host of guests joining P to season his boom-bap broth with their own very special verbal herbals; including Dubbledge, Jehst, Joker Starr and Ramson Badbonez.
The album is now finally available to buy on CD and digital download!”
AVAILABLE NOW FROM THE YNR ONLINE SHOP!
AVAILABLE NOW FROM iTUNES!
Charmingly Ghetto has finally dropped his EP ‘Kickz-N-Starez’. You might remember that we posted his video a few weeks ago, if you were the keen student you should be, you’ve been waiting for this EP since then.
It’s a good mix of backpackers, rap skills and a healthy helping of content. East Coast and West Coasts fan alike are going to find something they can vibe to. ‘Simple Days’ featuring ScienZe is by far the EP’s best and is a good example of all of CG’s varying styles and talents.
Some really important and poignant issues discussed within Sho Baraka’s track ‘Jim Crow’. I was going to write a big old blurb about why this is a really important song, and the reason it even critiques these things is the reason it’ll never get on the radio, but I think Sho Baraka’s explanation does it more justice. Wocka Flocka he isn’t. Don’t sleep on this album.
“N**** island is a place where oppression, ignorance and miseducation is celebrated and propagated. Racial self loathing is masked with satire and wit. It’s a place where the exceptional die and mediocrity is contagious. Escape is recommend but highly dangerous.” – Jon Parker
For centuries racial tension has been the elephant in America’s living room. Many choose to ignore the pain and injustice around them. Some reproduce this culture of ignorance because of miseducation. How can we have reasonable discussions on these issues that lead to healthy relationships and understanding? First we must not be afraid to bring to light the many obstacles that plague our society. Jim Crow is that very song. It is a shout from the auction blocks against the apathy of today’s pseudo post-racial society. It’s a challenge to both the majority and minority.”
For fans of Logic, Lupe, Lowkey.
To find out a little bit more about the story and motivations behind the album have a goosey gander of an interview with Sho.
