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Home Grown :: Mindz Of A Different Kind (MDK)’s ‘BORDERLINEZ’ EP Now Available

Posted on May 23, 2017 | Leave a comment

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Bars, beats, culture and family would be key elements that describe Austin-based collective Mindz of a Different Kind (MDK).  After a prolific 2016, the crew is right back at it with an EP for spring 2017.  BORDERLINEZ finds the crew reaching out to non-Texas based producers, while at the same time turning the mirror inwards to reflect on their place in the grand scheme.  A pleasant surprise of a project that slipped right by me, I’m happy that I did discover it eventually.. better late than never.

-chief

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Quality Time :: Protextor’s ‘Marks’ Video

Posted on May 22, 2017 | Leave a comment

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Protextor‘s Shift album has been a wellspring of creative videos (in addition to the wonderful music).  One of the videos that I have been wanting to share is Marks, but with its adult content, it has been a bit of a process determining the best way to share.  In the end, I have decided that clicking the picture is the best option, as it will take you to the extremely sensual and provocative video (directed by Protextor, featuring production from Mikulak).  Enjoy, and if you’re watching at work, keep an eye over your shoulder!

-chief

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Block Philosophy :: ‘Trill Shit’ From Domincan Jay and S.Dot

Posted on May 19, 2017 | Leave a comment

You already know what it is when it’s League of Extraordinary G’z affiliated.  Domincan Jay has been killing it lately, and this go round he brings in S.Dot for the verbal assist, Eric Dingus for the track and Chino Chase for the visuals.  Trill Shit is good old fashion street talk from the blocks and back alleys.  Raw rap is where it’s at, and these cats definitely know where it’s at.

-chief

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Topic Roulette :: …&More… Stop By ‘The Hot Conversation’ Podcast

Posted on May 18, 2017 | Leave a comment

OVRLD‘s The Hot Conversation podcast is quickly becoming one of my all-time favorite podcasts out there, local or otherwise.  The latest episode contains almost the perfect storm of ingredients and topics : Protextor and JRo (as per usual), Scuare and no1mportant (…&more…), and topics ranging from DVD rot to racism in the Star Wars universe to Star Trek color shirt significance to sexy Prince posters, and all kinds of fun stops in between.  This had me laughing so hard at work, I had to make sure to keep the laughs down.  Great stuff.

-chief

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Them Changes :: Chris Rogers, The 12th & Chicon Mural, And East Austin

Posted on May 18, 2017 | Leave a comment

As many people know, the musical mural on 12th & Chicon in Austin has been buffed and replaced by the new ownership.  While not a direct effect of gentrification (as some would have you believe), it is a sign of shifting cultural values in one of the last native-Austinite bastions of the city.  This story was particularly heartbreaking because it affected a new friend, Chris Rogers (painter of several amazing J Dilla prints hanging on my walls).  As a bonus, here is footage of him creating that wall…

-chief

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Forward Thinking :: B L A C K I E Drops ‘Remains’

Posted on May 17, 2017 | Leave a comment

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Houston-based B L A C K I E has been ahead of the curve for years.  His brand of music has always been challenging, densely layered and deeply rewarding for the adventurous listener.  REMAINS continues the legacy of consistency that B L A C K I E has worked so hard to become synonymous with.  At only 8 tracks, this project gets right to the point, and at a ‘name your price’ setting, why would you not support?

-chief

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Getaway Discovery :: Anastasia’s ‘Unavailable Pt. 1’ Speaks Volumes

Posted on May 16, 2017 | Leave a comment

For some, you truly have to escape to find yourself.  But in my case, these are just words, and most learn better by example.  Rather than run my mouth on the topic, I will allow Anastasia to show you how one gets out of their comfort zone to find their optimum comfort level in life.  Dig it, share it, and really listen to what this young lady is saying, as she’s never been one to waste words.

-chief

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Chasing Ghosts :: Sixo Celebrates ‘Christmas Past’ With Ceschi

Posted on May 15, 2017 | Leave a comment

The concept of seasons being signal markers for human change and growth is not a new one… film, music and literature have all explored this story arc.  Ceschi, however, is known for his ability to tell a vivid tale, and over Sixo production, Christmas Past plays like the masterpiece it is.  The video only further drives home the emotions exploding from the song with it’s colorful and engaging elements.  Beautifully heavy.

-chief

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Brain Food :: ‘Dry Cereal’ From Cam Smith

Posted on May 12, 2017 | Leave a comment

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Straight from New Orleans comes a nice collection of jazzy production from beatsmith Cam Smith.  Dry Cereal seem to be explorations between breakbeats and jazz-influenced explorations of vibes, keys and synths.  The interspersed vocal samples and radio interview footage provide just enough breathing room for this instrumental album to take you on a wonderful sonic journey.  Dig it and dig it good.

-chief

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Wandering Eyes :: ‘Christopher Paul Cardoza : Photodocumentarian’ Hits YouTube

Posted on May 11, 2017 | Leave a comment

If you have spent any amount of time in the central Texas social scene over the last few years, you have more than likely seen Christopher Paul Cardoza at work.  His photography has helped him make a name for himself, and it has been a beautiful time capsule of an ever-evolving scene.  Many musicians, fans and venues have come and gone, a handful remain, and Christopher Paul Cardoza is faithful to his mission of capturing as much of the action as he can.  Cheers to you, sir.

-chief

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