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Spirits Moving :: Marcelandrie Drops Minimalist Masterpiece Video For ‘Fix Gon’ Be’

Posted on October 24, 2017 | Leave a comment

There is something to be said for the power of simplicity. Some of the most memorable music videos of late were simple concept, high execution. I would dare to say that Marcelandrie‘s newest offering, Fix Gon’ Be, falls under those parameters. Director Maurice Barrett took the familiar concept of the mysterious woman, found a beautiful location, and captured a strong series of shots that he rhythmically loops into a hypnotic counterpart for the grounded, gritty soul that Marcelandrie provides. I really enjoyed this, and am looking forward to seeing what comes next… with word of Adrian Quesada being involved in the album’s production, I know it’s going to be good. Once I hear about it, I will certainly notify the masses.

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Unified Front :: Third Root’s ‘Soul Force’ And Its All-Star Lineup

Posted on September 9, 2016 | Leave a comment

Dig it… Third Root and Adrian Quesada collaborate on what would already be a banger on its own. Reinforcements are then called in, in the form of Da’Shade Moonbeam, Riders Against The Storm (RAS), Bavu Blakes and Vocab. Bars upon bars, all spitting on the knowledge tip. Soul Force is a monster of a song… not since the days of We’re All In The Same Gang or Self-Destruction has there been a collaborative effort this deep and meaningful. Certainly worth the $0.99 price tag. Here’s to hoping all parties involved can find the time to make a video out of this, because songs this strong deserve visual accompaniment.

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Broadcast News :: Third Root & Reggie Coby’s ‘Reflection Of The Times’ Visualized

Posted on June 28, 2016 | Leave a comment

Growing up in the Austin / San Antonio corridor is a beautiful thing as a music fan. Reflection of the Times, the lead single off of San Antonio-based hip hop outfit Third Root‘s upcoming release Libertad is a perfect example of that synergy. The album is produced by Austin legend (and old friend) Adrian Quesada, and it features the guest vocal stylings of Reggie Coby. The track in itself is exactly what it’s advertised as… vocalized thoughts on how the more things change, the more they stay they same, and why we cannot accept that. Share this far and wide.

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