Tha Soloist – “ILL HABITAT”, Produced by Giallo Point. Taken off the upcoming EP by Tha Soloist, Vic Grimes and Giallo Point.
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Fans of the fast rising Granville Sessions/ Moose Funk Squad family will be no stranger to Jester Jacobs, the rapid fire MC who shone throughout last years ‘Moose Tape Vol 1’, and who has released a couple of solo projects, the first of which was 2008’s ‘Mental Disorder’, which included the well received single ‘Blap’ , followed by 2010’s ‘More of The Sane’ EP.
After a solo hiatus, during which Jacobs has found acclaim on the stand up comedy circuit, Jester returns with his new album, ‘Chicken Souped Up’. 22 tracks deep, the project covers a range of topics, from 1st world problems, selling ham, to medieval warfare and trips away with Harry Styles, and is littered with pop culture references including Peep Show, Vanessa Feltz (who im fairly sure has a cheeky cameo at the beginning of the track ‘Feltzing’) and Jack Whitehall to name but a few.
The rapid fire, aggressive flows of Jacobs are in contrast to his self deprecating, very British lyrics, which portray the struggles of an artist trying to make it, as well as the day to day trials and tribulations that we all face. Jacobs explains the feel of the album…..
“The overall message of CSU is one of begrudging acceptance. Although I may never reach the dizzying heights of my contemporaries, at least I can take pleasure from articulating my own tragic downfall in the trajectory of British rap music. It is in many ways like the North London Jewish equivalent of ‘Boy In Da Corner.’ In fact, rather tellingly, the albums original title was ‘Boy In Da Deli.”
Although this may sound a little melancholy, the album is an up beat affair and features some interesting and varied production, with not a single track sounding similar. Add to this Jesters rugged style and quick fire delivery, witty and honest lyrics, and a smattering of guest verses from the Moose Funk Squad members and you have an original, honest, funny and most of all neck snappingly funky release, which should go somewhat towards pushing Jacobs further towards the recognition he deserves.
Words; Chris
Stream and download Jester Jacobs ‘Chicken Souped Up’ here
Lewis Parker & Eastkoast – ‘Prophecy’, taken from Lewis Parker and Eastkoast’s dope album MK Ultra (Operation Hypnosis).
Project MK Ultra; sometimes referred to as the CIA’s mind control program — was the code name given to an illegal and clandestine program of experiments on human subjects, designed and undertaken by the CIA.
MK Ultra: Operation Hypnosis is a timeless piece which musically is influenced heavily on the jazz/library record side of things. Each beat that Lewis Parker put forth, Eastkoast has poured his thoughts into with passion. The record describes the inner city struggles of a black man in the modern day. Guest features from El De Sensei (Artifacts), Shabaam Sahdeeq, John Robinson, Ade Something, King Malachi, & Sam Hill.
Debut 10 track LP (300 copies) & Instrumental LP (250 copies) called ‘MK Ultra; Operation Hypnosis from Lewis Parker and Eastkoast.
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Latest Single from Sullee J featuring Macabeats ‘You Don’t Want No Problems’ off the new Ep “The Missing Element”
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Hip Hop is often seen in a negative light from the mainstream media, however they cannot be further from the truth, I’m lucky enough to be in contact with so many positive artists that are using their art form to help others and bring awareness to issues.
In the past month we have seen Chester P hand out sleeping bags to the homeless in London, and here we have for you a video and download from the #BeHuman camp. The #BeHuman movement was set up by a humble, kind man by the name of Vee Roc and features the talents of Tekneek, Kyra Simone, S.Kalibre and Fdot1 with all proceeds of this track being donated to the HomelessReach project.
For just a £1 you can help and do something positive. Homeless people are often stigmatised by the media and the general public, with the misconception that most people are homeless due to drink and drugs. However the statistics don’t back that up, with relationship break up’s and evictions most common for people that are homeless. So instead of putting your head down and walking by chat to them, get them a coffee #BeHuman
Benaddict – ‘Amor Perdido’, Produced by illiterate.
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London rapper and F.L.I.P member Danny Bones has dropped this heavy self produced track ‘Another Way’, Check it out here….
Our HHLAT brother Adam aka Nephilim dropped this new track last night, to get you in the mood for his forthcoming mixtape ‘Partly Fledged’ which will be released via the UKRunnings.
Yeah we may be biased as he’s part of our team, but in a world where everyone talks about being ‘Real’ that’s exactly what you get with this track. Nephilim doesn’t pretend to be a shotter, a road man and all that, he makes tracks from the heart and that’s why we love him so much. Great track, check it out and be on the look out for his mixtape coming soon
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Smellington Piff – ‘Food Chain’, Produced by Leaf Dog, released on Real Life Drama Records.
Taken from ‘Notice of Eviction’ Smellington Piff’s Debut 17 Track album featuring Son Doobie (Funkdoobiest), Rag’N’Bone Man, Life MC, Leaf Dog, BVA, Verb T, Fliptrix, Jack Jetson, Lee Scott, Bill Shakes, Eric the Red & Cracker Jon. It is entirely produced by Leaf Dog.
Out Now on CD and Download. Pre-order now on double vinyl (released 31st March 2015)
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As Vast Aire and Vordul Mega, collectively known as Cannibal Ox, prepare for the release of their highly-anticipated sophomore album Blade of the Ronin, Pitchfork has premiered the album’s first single, “Iron Rose.” “Iron Rose” features a stellar verse from masked super-lyricist MF Doom and is backed by a monstrously heavy beat by producer Bill Cosmiq, who helms the production on Blade of the Ronin. Vast, Vordul and DOOM deliver thematic verses regarding iron that is sure to magnetize listeners.
Blade of the Ronin is the first new album from Cannibal Ox since their 2001 debut The Cold Vein, which is highly regarded as a classic amongst hip-hop fans and critics alike. Blade of the Ronin features guest appearances by MF Doom, U-God (of Wu-Tang Clan), Elzhi, Artifacts and more, and will hit stores worldwide on March 3rd via IGC Records / iHipHop Distribution.
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