You know the drill, especially if you’re a fan of Austin hip-hop. Muggzy Flowz was a fellow Word Association collective member. Phranchyze is known all over the city for being a beast in the freestyle battles. Together, these cats go off, and represent the city well. It’s a free download… why don’t you already have it?
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I love seeing my city represented visually. Things have changed since the late 70s/early 80s, but Austin is still beautiful and visually captivating… even the most mundane set of railroad tracks can be a backdrop for artistic expression.
King ART collaborated with BMC of OT23 and Brain of SubKulture Patriots to bring you some heat in the form of Don’t Know Why. Produced by Ruler Why?, you know they’ve got the dopeness angle covered on the beats and rhymes. Listen and observe for yourselves…
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If you aren’t hip to Calm Child, these cats are forming a movement. They are the Texas equivalent of a new school Native Tongues… lots of style, completely sincere with everything they do, and loaded with talent.
One of the major movers within the crew is Elles Infanit. A regular on the Austin scene, Elles recently dropped his second EP, Take 2 : Coffee and Cigarettes. Loaded with solid production, insightful rhymes, and great movie samples, this one is perfect for whatever.. vibing, driving, hanging out with the crew, or providing inspiration. Give it a listen, give it a download, and spread the word.
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My man S.K.I.P. is one of the hardest working people I know. He is becoming a force to be reckoned with in the Florida scene, he’s got Solillaquists of Sound on his side, and both his music and art are making him become a well known individual. He will be in the Texas area for July, and by then, the See S.K.I.P. EP should be ready… take a sneak peek at the artist and see what he’s about:
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from the digital desk of KXAN:
“Terrany “Tee-Double” Johnson has been a trail blazer in the local hip hop scene, with music dating back to 2000. Some call him the ‘Cultural Ambassador of Austin Hip Hop’.
His music has been featured on TV shows and feature films. He has been nominated for a seat on the Board of Governors with the Texas Chapter of the Grammys. Tee-Double has also been honored by Austin’s City Council for his work as a musician, and a mentor to other artists.
Tee-Double has several shows planned for South by Southwest. He’s part of a big showcase on March 11th at Lucy’s Retired Surfer’s Bar on West Avenue. He’ll perform a set alongside several other artists at an event sponsored by Dart Music International and Harris Radio.”
So proud to call this cat a contemporary and a friend.
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Mad props to my man Flynn D for hipping me to some more Texas heat… this video is from Kydd, an Austin native who is making some major moves as of late. With production from the living legend Lo Phi, you know it’s dope. Look out for Sounds In My Head, Pt. 2, coming out SXSW week.
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Pawn Shop Entertainment & 33 1/3 Clothing Company present the 2nd annual PAWN TAKES KING festival!!!
A FREE , ALL AGES festival featuring 2 stages full of the dopest in experimental hip-hop, beats, electronic, and more! Plus a big graffiti exhibition for your visual pleasure!
Volume 2 of the promotional music compilations was recently released.. this one showcases the performers from the beat stage… take a listen:
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The following video is part one of an upcoming video EP from former Word Association member Jaysin and super-producer Mnolo. The project is called Here’s To The Firing Squad. Due out in April, this one promises to be entertaining.. take a peek at Jumper Cable Pimp, shot entirely in Oakland, featuring some of the best street art out there:
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I worked at this record store for a long time. It was the second place I visited in San Marcos as a student, after the dorm that I moved into. I am extremely sad to see this place go… this digital world we live in is killing a lot of analog dreams. Be sure to stop by before April 1st, because before too long, there won’t be any record stores left…
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from the digital desk of CMJ:
Lo Phi, aka Justin Ford, is an Austin-based producer specializing in thumping, spaced-out hip-hop. His first LP of instrumentals,Slamma Jamma, was released in January via Insect. Today CMJ is premiering the first video for a cut off of that stellar beat tape for the song “Fall N Float.”
The sample-laden track combines an old-school jazz break with some smooth chords and a hazy purple lead. Keeping with the style of Lo Phi’s misty and layered production, the video coats the producer in blurs and phosphorescent trails as he takes a mellow stroll. Check it out below.
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