Smif n Wessun performing “Shots in the Dark” off their new EP ‘Born and Raised’ out tomorrow, December 3rd. To all our followers in New York you can catch them live at Mercury Lounge (NYC) tonight for a celebration performance at 8pm. They will be backed by the Judah Tribe Reggae band and Jahdan. DJ sets by K-Salaam and Max Glazer (Federation Sound).
ACTS ON THE NIGHT……TONY D, MICALL PARKNSUN, SKIRMISH, MR 13, LOCKSMYTH, THEME, J.MATRIX, WORDPLAY, FLABZ, RAWWZ, GEMINI, DJ BONES, DR PSYCHO, DJ COSMO ALL PERFORMING, AS WELL AS SPECIAL GUESTS….
THERE WILL ALSO BE A DON’T FLOP RAP BATTLE BETWEEN NEWCOMERS GEMINI & VICIOUS.
Don’t Miss Hip Hop Collective EandDaniels Throwing A Night Of Live Music & Celebrations At The Renowned Brixton Jamm Venue. Come and celebrate the festive season, as well as two E&D birthdays (J.Matrix & Flabz) on a night to remember. The infamous drink that the UK Hip Hop super group is named after (E&J mixed with Jack Daniels) will be served on the night too, so come and see what all the fuss is about.
It seems the UK Hip Hop scene on mass have decided to bombard us lucky fans with a selection of heavyweight releases, all in the space of a week or so! Task Force have released the much anticipated MFTC5, Baron Samedi blessed us with a free download ‘The Sewermouth Sessions’, and now Peoples Army general Logic once again teams up with producer Last Resort to bring us ‘More True Talk’, the follow up to 2011’s ‘True Talk’.
Again entirely produced by Last Resort, ‘More True Talk’ carries on where ‘True Talk’ left off, giving the listener another solid collection of soulful yet varied production, conscious and thought provoking lyrics, and some superb guest appearances. Throughout the project Logic delivers revolutionary and conscious bars, urging the listener to challenge the norm, and to stand up and fight against the corrupt and powerful.
Added to this are witty social commentary (as seen on the Big Cakes and Elz Boogie featured ‘I could Never’) light hearted but still serious ideas about a better society, on ‘Krispy Kreme’, which features Sway, Durrty Goodz, Big Frizzle and a surprising song-stealing verse from ex Heartless Crew member Mighty Moe, and reflections on society as a whole (the closing track ‘World On My Shoulders’).
Although this album features a fair few guests, it is Logic that consistently shines on every song, always finding new ways to word his message over varied productions that keep the listener attentive.
Personal favourites for me include ‘My Words’ featuring excellent guest verses from both L Jinny and Drum and Bass favourite Harry Shotta, as well as Logic himself. The afore mentioned ‘Krispy Kreme’ is also a favourite, with light hearted verses that carry a serious message, and a hook i was singing along to by the end of the song!
However, the highlight of the album is when Logic is joined by Black The Ripper and Genesis Elijah for the mosh pit starting ‘Never That Remix’ where all 3 destroy a rowdy banger of a beat.
Never veering much from the revolutionary theme, this release may not be for fans of the more ‘Road Rap’ side of things, but those who are looking for a positive message, as well as some good wordplay, varied and quality production, and some killer guest verses, look no further than ‘More True Talk’.
Words; Chris
TRACKLISTING:
Intro
More True Talk My Words (feat. L Jinny & Harry Shotta)
LOGIC & LAST RESORT – MORE TRUE TALK (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
Logic & Last Resort Ft. Renee Soul – ‘Crazy World’ [VIDEO]
Logic and Last Resort – ‘Heart 2 Heart’ featuring Big Frizzle [VIDEO]
Logic & Last Resort ft Black The Ripper & Genesis Elijah – Never That (Remix) [VIDEO]
‘More True Talk’ launch party will be on the 20th December, and they’re going to be doing something a little different from the usual hip hop night…
Logic will be performing an exclusive hour long set comprised of tracks from the new album, the first album and some of his classics (Spectator, The Future, Begging You etc). The set will have a whole load of special guests passing through, including Black The Ripper, Mic Righteous, Genesis Elijah, Big Cakes, John McIvor and Amy True (more TBC!).
They are also starting the first of many Ultimate Cyphers, a mashup of classic beats and original tracks with a hand picked selection of their favourite artists jumping on for an impromptu freestyle session. Imagine a jungle set, but with classic hip hop beats, and heavyweight hip hop artists as the MCs – rewinds, fighting over the mic when classics drop… should be fire! Full line up TBC!
High Focus Records are proud to present the brand new winter clothing range. They have just unleashed an array of high quality street wear garments so that you can stay fresh this winter and throughout the new year. From the brand new camouflage shell jackets and snapbacks to the new series of Geometric sweaters, they have something for everyone in the new range. Visit their website to see the rest of the collection and all the various colour ways!
Devine Carama is an independent artist from Lexington, KY. He has recently worked with Thee Tom Hardy, Nappy Roots, Canibus, & CunningLynguists. Also, he recently did a song & video for iconic actress actress Jackee Harry.
Continuing his Thanksgiving Day tradition he started last year, he will be putting up his entire 12 project discography for FREE DL today on his Bandcamp for 24 hours as a “thank you” to all his fans and supporters for the support this year. The discography features artists like CunninLynguits, Canibus, Nappy Roots, Thee Tom Hardy, Nemo Achida, Sheisty Khrist & more!
Along with his discography Devine Carama is today dropping a new jackin’ the beats freestyle called “The Motown Shuffle” which features him going in over 3 Detroit instrumentals (Slum’s “Climax”, Royce’s “I’m The King”, & Em’s “Rap God”) Devine said, “The D has always been really influential to the Lexington, KY hiphop sound so I just wanted to pay homage.”
Dr. G is a talented producer from Manchester who is possibly one of the UK’s most unsung heroes making beats for English, American & Eastern European hip-hop artists from underground, old school, new school, independent artists and some major artists respectively. Starting out as a DJ back in 1993, he became involved in the organising of events with the Sony Music Street Team and became an official Def Jam Records Street Team Rep promoting numerous events at the Manchester M.E.N with Lauran Hill, Destiny’s Child and Dead Prez. This position allowed him to enter a large celebrity circle meeting some of the industry greats in the form of Eminem, Destiny’s Child, TQ, Common Sense, Xzibit, Wu Tang, Saigon and Mohamed Ali.
Spending countless days in the studio he soon realised that is was the creation of music he enjoyed most, and spent most of his time working on mixtapes for local acts & artists such as Shotty Horror, Rokket, Meany, Omen RA, Hoodman (Tyler Daley) and HiJack Hood. In 2007 Dr. G released ‘Above The Systematic Matrix’ under Revolutionary Records featuring many of UK and US artists, which was then followed in 2008 by his debut solo and self-produced album ‘Last Dayz’ featuring Shyheim, finally giving him a starting point. As his sound grew he produced tracks for New York underground legends St. Laz and Opium, which led to him getting recognition from DJ Kay Slay on New York’s Hot 97 many times, as well as other mixtape deejays, radio stations and leading worldwide blogs.
Dr. G soon started gaining notoriety with other stateside artists such as Shabazz The Disciple, Agallah Don Bishop, Chuck Burns, Rap P and more recently being involved with Hell Razah and his Ghetto Government Movement project, producing most of his album which will be due out early 2014. Additionally he has also been working with Inspectah Deck and Fes Taylor, as well as Southern artist Champ Rushmore, Poe Mack, and Crafsmen from V.A. and Diem, Ghost Dog (1100 Hunters), Chox (Chose) Mac and Joose Jones III from N.C. respectively.
Now as we gear up for Dr. G Presents ‘The Coalition’ due out mid February 2014, a compilation album which features St. Laz, Virgil Kent, Scottie Flippen, Chox (chose) Mac, Poe Mack, Crafsmen, Ghost Dog, Rap P, Stockmashin’, Born Ready, Big Sono, Twisted Insane, Fatal Hussein, Young Noble, Yukmouth, Outlaws, Hell Razah, Inspectah Deck and more, we get this exclusive visual so you can get to know the name. Dr. G… a man with the beats on lock!
On December 4, 2013, Skyzoo will partner with producer Antman Wonder to release his final offering for the year: a concept album titled ‘An Ode To Reasonable Doubt’ (AOTRD), presented by Sky’s imprint First Generation Rich, Inc. and Loyalty Digital Corp.
As the title suggests, the independent project – featuring nine new Skyzoo x Antman collaborations – pays homage to Jay-Z’s 1996 debut album, with the release date carefully chosen to further honor the elder Brooklyn MC.
The EP is being offered as a “Pay What You Want” release, with incentives offered at various price points. Loyalty Digital Corp. has partnered with several influential brands to offer incentive deluxe packages for those fans who are moved to support the project, including exclusive autographed merchandise and other prizes.
Soundcrash presents THE MOUSE OUTFIT, one of the finest freshest hip hop bands in the UK, hailing in from Manchester. Currently recording and performing with DR SYNTAX, SPARKZ, Dubbul O and numerous other artists.
On Saturday 15 March 2014 Soundcrash bring the crew to the Shoreditch hotspot, Village Underground for a night of live instrumental hip hop with support from The Last Skeptik + DJ sets from Mr Thing!
THE MOUSE OUTFIT are an 9 piece hip hop band, whose high energy live shows have led them to perform twice at the BBC’s Maida Vale studios including Mark Lamarrs show Gods Jukebox. They have also shared stages with the likes of The Cinematic Orchestra, Chali 2na, Souls of Mischief, The Sugarhill Gang, The Youngblood Brass Band, Youngsta, Souls of Mischief, Speech Debelle, The Herbaliser, Craig Charles.
This year has seen the release of the band’s debut album. Self-deprecating humour, social commentary and on point rap skills are the order of the day from Dr Syntax. Famed in his own right as a solo artist as well as a peripheral member of the mighty Foreign Beggars, he is a seasoned live performer and festival veteran , Syntax has rocked pretty much every hip hop night worth its salt in the UK during the past decade.
Its all about longevity in this game. From releasing his debut single featuring Sway, The Last Skeptik has been steadily gaining fans with his production prowess. Fast forward to 2013 and The Last Skeptik followed up his critically acclaimed ‘How Not To Make A Living’ album with rapper Rewd Adams, with his fantastically diverse, cinematic solo debut entitled ‘Thanks For Trying’ released on BBE Records. From 2007’s ‘Broken Window’ collaborative album with rapper Verb T to 2010s genre-flouting ‘Same Day Different Sh*t’, a compilation of commissioned remixes of major label artists, Skeptik has been busy writing, remixing and producing for a bevy of artists such as Gorillaz, Dream Mcclean and Marina and The Diamonds.
Former Scratch Perverts member and DMC Scratch Champion MR THING will also be doing his er, thing on the night, playing all your favourite hip hop, old school beats and breaks: the flavour of choice from the prolific London DJ… THING ‘s world class reputation sees him touring and performing with the likes of legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff, Marley Marl, Beastie Boys, DJ Premier + Slum Village. You know he’ll smash it.
The Mouse Outfit – ‘Escape Music’ 19 Track debut album….
Sampled returns for its 5th event combining their trademark multi brand streetwear sample sale with record fair and solo art sale at a social event that offers so much more than your typical smash and grab sample sale.
Since 2011 Sampled has bloomed and now boasts many of the hottest streetwear brands around at a fraction of their usual price. We also boast six of the UK’s best record dealers selling crates of Vinyl & CDs.
As the festive season approaches this is a great chance to get that winter wardrobe sorted and nail all your Christmas pressies early!
Brands trading:
Stussy, Alife, Incase, Crooks & Castles, Diamond Supply Co, Trainerspotter, DTA, Rogue Status, 4Star, Blood Brother, Hype, Overdope, Levis, Levis Vinatge, Famous Stars & Straps, Franks Australia, X-Large, Clientele, WEMOTO, PXL, RVCA, Dream But Do Not Sleep, The Quiet Life, Skateboard Cafe, The National Skateboard Co., Bonham, Rip N Dip, Polar Skate Co, Gusto, Dephect, Topman General Store, I Love Ugly, Skull Candy, Reason Clothing, Dekline, Urban Revival London, Official, New Love Club, 5 Boro, Heel Bruise, 4649 Worldwide, Lee Jeans, Comune, Primitive Apparel, Anerkjendt, Equate, Dreamwear, Retreat Brand and more…
Records vendors:
Trading in new & classic Vinyl & CDs from Hip-Hop box sets to rare Soul & Jazz LP’s. Dealers Mr Thing, Rapandsoulmailorder.com, Jake BBE, Spin Doctor, JP & Girth Devon make sure there is plenty to interest even the most avid collector.
Art Sale:
As always the brilliant Sri McKinnon is selling new designs & artwork on canvas and more.
For more info on this event or if interested in getting involved in future events
please contact rod@sampleduk.com or tarl@sampleduk.com – 0207-833-9544
His name is Bink$ Win$ton – not “the other guy that be rappin’ with The D.I.M.E.” And his brand, Dolla Bill Entertainment, proudly presents “MANish”, his debut EP. Released on June 20 2013, “MANish” explodes with the truth, as seen through the eyes of Bink$. Consequently that truth is delivered in an unvarnished, rough edged crystal shot glass. Recorded with Grammy nominated engineer Jeremy Goody (Megasonic Sound), and mixed/mastered by Deagan Mack Adams (Ineffable Music), “MANish” is made beautiful in its design and simplicity – yet dangerously appealing as it lunges for your jugular. To any fan of good rap music, the “MANish” EP is agreeably “something to look forward to” (Lou Nutt, Murder Dog Magazine).
Despite the project’s provocative cover art, “MANish” reflects the arrogance and compassion of a not so conflicted man, whose disposition is being a native of the unforgiving streets of Oakland, California. Oakland’s truths are its mothers, its fathers, its city wide pride, blue collar mentality, pimps, homeless, its gangs and drugs, its hardened streets, as well as its green, rolling hills that constantly remind others both of where they are and where they will never reach. This is Oakland, “MANish”, and Bink$ Win$ton in all their contrasting glory.
Referred to as a “hip hop Phil Spector” (D. Scot Miller, East Bay Express), Bink$ Win$ton is the Executive Producer of this very fluid, entertaining EP. “MANish”, comprised of hard, melodic rhythms and heavy hearted bass is constructed with great care and deliberate precision. With guest appearances from The D.I.M.E., and original production from Bre$Ez, Bleszid, 8ight 5ive, and NastyFace, Bink$ skillfully offers a surreal vision to his listeners. From living your life out loud to being driven for success, “MANish” personalizes the experience on a level that is both relatable and tangible to listeners from every walk of life. While it is easy for men to feel Bink$ Win$ton, women alike can appreciate the honesty in his perspective and music.
To date Bink$’ music and videos can be found on over 100 hip hop sites/blogs worldwide – a google search would show that his material is not hard to find. And no stranger to the stage, he has opened for the likes of Slick Rick, San Quinn, Tash of Tha Alkoholiks, Iyaz, and K. Michelle to name a few. With that in mind, fans are encouraged to connect to him through social media and can expect promotional show dates throughout California through the fall and winter of 2013.
Bink$ Win$ton ‘MANish’ (Track-list):
01. Intro
02. This Shit Right Here
03. Oh My Feat. Chioke Of The Dime
04. Ridin’ High Feat. Noquestion, The Dime & Annette Taylor
05. STOP!
06. Momma Say Feat. K.nightshift
07. Turn Off My Phone
08. Make Up
09. The MANuscript
10. FM Radio Feat. The Dime
