Mindz of a Different Kind is definitely one of the strongest collectives in Austin‘s hip hop scene, but often, the individual efforts of each member are overlooked. Blackchyl recently made an attempt to broaden the scope of how MDK is perceived by dropping a solo track and video. Check out Flame, and share it with other heads. And as always, support local and indie music.
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Lots of good stuff on here from artists you know, and artists you aren’t familiar with yet. Added bonus, the homies BLXPLTN round out this particular section. Worth the time it’ll take to introduce your ears to this.
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My introduction to DeLano Taylor was via DDotElles and his recent batch of creative output. While Elles is truly a gifted lyricists, it was equally impressive hearing the production he chose to rap over, and Taylor‘s music was definitely standout quality. Fine Dining… & Breathing is a testament to the fact the Taylor‘s music can hold its own, without MC accompaniment. This project is definitely worth your time and your download, and the word should be spread far and wide about this music.
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Spit Gemz is a beast with the bars. Ill on a level that most MCs have forgotten about these days. Dig the new album Godly Features, and as a bonus, watch him get down with Sway, Headkrak and Michael Rappaport recently on Sway’s Universe.
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I have tried many times to create an instrumental album… many concepts have reached different levels of conception, only to die on the vine. Slow Burnout marks a first step in the right direction… no new ground is being broken here, but I am happy to have notched another first in the Chief and TheDoomsdayDevice belt.
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New music from Corduroi is something to get excited about. Dig the composition it’s based on by clicking on the album cover above, and check out this dope video of AP drumming to Souvenir.
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Some stuff gets automatically shared to you folks out there, no listen needed. Anything by Ruler Why falls under that category. Check out Lo Clasico Vol. 1, part one of a retrospective being produced by the Ruler himself.
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It’s crazy out there these days.. heads up, eyes open!
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Here’s a dope new video by Austin Mic Exchange veteran and Space Camp Death Squad affiliate Secret Levels. Alright, OK is a celebration of all the counter-culture expressions that have made Secret Levels the force he is today. Enjoy, and spread this one around!
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I could give you a breakdown of GRID SQUID Entertainment, or I could let them tell it to you, up close and personal.
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