After centuries of existence, The Last Human has returned to Earth to bless us with his musical stylings. He recently stopped by As The Music Flows to speak with Richard Rose and leave the masses with a cover of the Gorillaz classic Starshine. Check it out, give it a like and/or a comment, and check out everyone involved online for more podcast and musical fun.
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Singer-songwriter Cameron Elise has an old-school aesthetic, but she is always looking to move forward and expand her horizons. Her latest music video, Eternally, was shot while travelling in Mexico, and it shows her living many aspects of the things she speaks of. The video is as candid as the song is forthright, but it is definitely a glimpse into her soul and her love for making music that speaks to listeners.
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Those in tune to the Austin hip-hop scene are well aware of MDK (Mindz of a Different Kind) and all the moves they’ve been making over the years. Blackchyl and Chiclopz have teamed up with Fum Fum KO productions in an effort to express the essence of what they’ve been doing in the form of a short film. No Sleep No Breaks, from the looks of it, may serve to be an honest look at what it’s like to devote your heart and soul to the culture while still struggling to maintain from day to day throughout the worldy madness and obstacles. This is one that I am very much excited about, and hopeful that it gets the attention it seems to deserve upon release.
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Matt Akins, owner and proprietor of the Yellow House, is making plans to turn the location into a traveler friendly hostel. The goal is to provide a safe space for travelers in central Texas, help raise the profile of San Marcos worldwide, and hopefully provide an opportunity for all involved to benefit, whether it be creatively or socially. Take a look at the video, and if you feel this is a project that you would like to support and see grow, definitely take action.
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Anyone unfamiliar with the legend of Tim Kerr (especially anyone native to Austin) has some homework to do. From Big Boys to Lord High Fixers to Total Sound Group Direct Action Committee and more, Kerr has left an indelible mark on his city, punk/rock music, and art as a whole. Recently, Butcher Bear uncovered some footage of a Trophy’s on South Congress show, and decided to upload it to (in)Sect Record‘s YouTube channel. As a result, all of us have been blessed with the raw power than was Tim Kerr and his bandmates, and their extremely passionate sound. Enjoy, share, and let the nostalgia of a simpler and better time take you over.
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Austin has a vast and diverse cross section of MCs. Some spit bars about money, some drop knowledge, and some are abstract. Some, such as George VonDoom, find ways to touch upon several areas, each with equal passion. Power finds VonDoom in video form talking about the main aspect that keeps him a head above his competition. The beat is a nice, dense, driving production that works perfectly for the forceful lyrics, and the blend of lights throughout the video give it an MK Ultra mind control vibe. Very cool work from an artist holding it down for the Austin underground.
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When it comes to shooting live videos, it’s hard not to fall into the vast trap of relying on tropes : biggest stage and venue possible, screaming fans, slow motion, black & white intercut with color, and so on. It’s refreshing to see bands like YUMA collaborate with visual artists such as Corey Kline in attempts to stretch the boundaries of what defines conventional presentations. For example, their live video for Ozy consists of the band located in a warehouse somewhere in East Austin. A variety of lamps and film lights are used to illuminate them, and the audio was captured live. The camera floats through the situation, capturing every member of the band working together and vibing in their respective spaces. A video like this should certainly bring them attention in anticipation for the release of their upcoming EP later this year.
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When it comes to exploring new formats, new sounds, and new styles, Kal Kal is a force to be reckoned with. Having already tackled standard issue hip-hop and lo fi, Kal Kal has found himself donning the wonderful moniker Lil’ Obtuse Angel in an effort to explore vibe-based rap. Be it parody or sincere, it is undeniable that Walter White jams. Tastes of his lo fi aesthetic remain in the music video, along with ironic visual trappings of the genre being taken in a much lighter form (ie Caleon Fox). The tree that Kal Kal has planted continues to intrigue, and each branch demands attention.
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When it comes to dropping science and fortifying the spirit, you can always count on Austin fixture StormShadow to deliver. His bars consistently combine clever wordplay, educational gems and a sense of the divine, and Delusions Of Grandeur is no exception to those expectations. Featured vocalist Xtina Rios brings a soothing air and uplifting that is intertwined with the trumpets found in the Madlib production (a Madlib classic, but one certainly needed to hold the weight of the song). This is another solid element created in the StormShadow legacy, and here’s to it getting the recognition from the masses that it deserves.
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When it comes to creative drive, fresh ideas, and solid execution, few can match Orlando-based artist and musician SKIP of Franchise Industries. After several successful installations over the past couple of years, SKIP decided it was important to both document and share the process, for the sake of posterity and as an opportunity to educate/inspire other potential artists. In the midst of this revelation, SKIP’s Big Ideas was born. The premier episode hit YouTube in August, and now SKIP needs your help.
In order for things to move to the next level, viewer support is needed. Hopefully, we can get SKIP up to 1,000 views by January 1st, and this can be the first step to providing bigger and better opportunities, guests, and production value. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and most importantly, SHARE AND WATCH!
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