In the ongoing effort to visually document every element of my latest solo LP, It/ll Be Better Tomorrow, I am proud to present the latest audio-visual from that series. This one is for one of personal favorites off the album, Out Of The Woods. It features an appearance from my grandfather’s GI machete, and some fierce rhymes. Enjoy!
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Anybody that knows me knows that I’m a huge supporter of the DIY ethic. Any artist that can be creative enough to represent themselves both sonically and visually gets major props in my book.
By that token, the incomparable Suzanna Choffel is taking a big step into the realm of independency… Golden Fires is a cut from the cloth of Zanna’s new life as a New Yorker… filmed in Prospect Park, and featuring the overabundance of soul that is Suzanna Choffel, this video is a definite winner. Check it out:
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If there’s one thing I’ve learned from combing the Facebook posts over the past few months, it’s that my man Cory Kendrix is always recommending something dope. This go round, I was introduced to a new cat rocking to an old favorite of mine. Dig it… Chamothy the Great, giving you a personal take on a familiar gem… take a peek at Melted Ice:
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I haven’t known Click-Clack for long, but it doesn’t take much time in his world to know that this young man is the real deal. An accomplished lyricist and beatsmith, his highly anticipated debut album Housework is set to open some eyes, for real. Don’t believe me? Check out the first video, Bulletwound…
Don’t sleep on that album when it comes out, or you’ll be sorry.
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The one and only Be El Be is at it again with the visual stimuli… this man is really and truly making it happen with the DIY ethic. This one is Game Quick, directed by Be El Be, from the forthcoming album Soona Dan Layta. Check it:
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For those of ya’ll that missed the hip-hop showcase at Triple Crown on February 4, you missed a HEAVY show. There was skill spilling out of the cracks in the walls at this one. Here’s some highlight action:
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BONUS : a FULL SET recording!
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Thursday, February second was hella dope in San Marcos… here’s why:
While there is currently no way to travel back in time and relive the dopeness, YouTube allows us to share some of the captured moments. Here is a pair of selections from the Homeroom set, including the on-stage world premier of the smash hit Cameo Jokes…
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Word.
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One of my favorite recent bands to work with is Corporate Elvis. Guitarist Robert Andrew and Drummer/Singer Mike Hidalgo Pittman are quite the dynamic duo, and every time I see them, I see improvement. Here are some highlights from our recent show at Tantra Coffee House:
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Mike also took some photos… you can take a quick flip through them here.
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From the digital desk of Eric Morgan (Crew 54):
I caught this piece of a freestyle cipher last night after the show in front of the ND. Raps by D.O.S., Dubb Sicks, Flynn D, Virt and Tray God, with beats by Bryte Blaqu and random other folks. TABLET LIFE SWAG.
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For those that missed it, Exploded Drawing XI was AMAZING. It truly is rare to see that many people gather regularly strictly to show appreciation for producers and DJs. Many props to soundfounder and Butcher Bear for putting together an event of this nature, and having the ability to make it successful. Here are some of the highlights I was able to capture:
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I was unable to record any video of my set, but I have made the set available for download… and believe me, it’s worth it. A nice stream of consciousness I call Freedom Talk 100.
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