Edward Scissortongue performs ‘Teeth’ from his critically acclaimed ‘The Theremin EP’ on Record Store Day 2014 at Rarekind Records, Brighton. ‘The Theremin EP’, released in April 2014 features production from Lamplighter, Dirty Dike, Sumgii, Eon Ra, Miles Courtney and Konchis. Out now on High Focus Records.
Cambridge emcee and our homie Mr Melta recently released this heartfelt track ‘Just For You’, produced by Termite. Mr Melta drops conscious rhymes over the old skool sounding Hip Hop beat. With 50% of all profits going to Shelter, a UK Charity that helps the Homeless. We highly suggest you cop this track as you’re doing something positive and getting some dope music in return.
John Robinson & PVD celebrate the release of there new LP, Modern Vintage, by releasing the first visual, “All Of The World,” from the project which is now available on Brick Records.
Modern Vintage is the new collaboration album from veteran emcee John Robinson (aka Lil Sci of world renown Hip-Hop group Scienz Of Life) and prolific drummer, composer, producer and band-leader Pat Van Dkye (aka PVD). John Robinson and PVD originally met at a show in 2008 and since then their chemistry has grown organically and has developed into the duo performing many formal shows together at venues like SOB’s, Blue Note NYC, LPR and others around the NY-NJ Tristate area.
Modern Vintage spells out the approach in which this album was made from front to back: The music was composed with a combination of modern technology software mixed with vintage synths and outboard gear, all blended seamlessly with live instrumentation being the foundation. The lyrics and concepts were all spontaneously crafted in the studio, session by session, by letting the soundscapes speak to the lyricist similar to how vintage recordings of the 60’s & 70’s were created.
“I took a much more structured songwriting approach to the lyrics on this album; my goal from the beginning of making this record was to take advantage of the fact that I am working with PVD- a composer/musician and not just a beat maker/producer, which definitely makes this record different from my other releases. This one is for all the true music lovers worldwide” says John Robinson.
PVD states “making this record was a dream come true. From the very first session, we set out to craft quality songs that capture a cohesive vibe and feel good. In many cases, JR was writing to merely a sketch of what actually ended up on the record. It felt great to work with an artist who trusted me enough to lend his talents to the music not knowing where I would take it sonically. Live drums, keys, guitars, horns, and synths give this record a distinctly human feel that is present in all of my favorite records, old and new. A modern-day true Hip-Hop record, grounded firmly in the traditions of jazz, funk, and soul music.”
Brick Records present the REKS & Hazardis Soundz collaborative album Eyes Watching God. The concept album has the duo showcasing a contrast between “good and evil” beginning with a “God Side” and finishing with a “Devil Side.” The CD artwork features a dual-image album cover showing both the ‘Good’ and ‘Evil’ sides, depending on what angle you view it from. The Massachusetts lyricist linked up with the Queens native in South Florida to complete the album during the past year, and they enlisted N.O.R.E, Saigon, Fredro Starr, Termanology, Ruste Juxx, Dutch Rebelle and others to add to their cause. The result is a highly conscious and fiercely political album.
“Working with REKS on this project has been a great experience. The creative process was organic and effortless. We were in the studio together for every song on the album and it was as simple as me showing Reks a beat and him picking up the pen and writing. Nothing was ever forced. I am really proud of this body of work and I’m very excited for the world to hear it.” says Haz.
REKS adds, “It felt natural working with Haz. He has a great ear for music and was interested in me trying beats I am not accustomed to spitting on. It helped me diversify myself a bit”. The chemistry between the two is evident throughout Eyes Watching God, which was released on CD and digitally on 15-07-14.
NYC Long Island Emcee Lifetime & Producer Old Beats Record present their collaboration EP “Dedication”. The sole purpose of this project is to raise money for neglected children as Old Beats Record works for a children’s home in France. Lifetime brings conscious rhymes over emotionally laced backdrops and the project also features Verbal Skillz [U.K] S.I, Wize & more. The EP is also dedicated to fans of authentic hip hop worldwide, as well as every loved one we lost along the journey of life.
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