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Wired In :: Trieyevision Unleashes ‘#DataGang’ On The Listening Public

Posted on April 30, 2018 | Leave a comment

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When it comes to forward thinking sonically, there are a handful of Texas-based artists that always keep things interesting.  A contingent of these artists have collaborated under the umbrella name of Trieyevision to drop a boom-bap blitzkrieg known as #DataGang.  The lineup consists of Persephone, 7LayerOscillator, Black Davinciii, Tony Dark, mlcbr and Deerail, and the stimulation comes non-stop on this one.  The tracks are unique, and the lyrics have substance, making this 5 song collection’s whole greater than the sum of its parts.  Definitely one worth putting on your radar and spreading around.

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Lucid Dreamscapes :: Chief And TheDoomsdayDevice Officially Releases ‘This Town Has Turned To Dust’

Posted on April 27, 2018 | Leave a comment

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After a two year span of personal growth and focus on film, Chief and TheDoomsdayDevice has returned to his music-making roots with the latest beat tape (for lack of a better word), This Town Has Turned To Dust.  The project was inspired by a Rod Serling episode of Playhouse 90 with a nearly similar name that focused on the fallout of the Emmitt Till lynching.  The album itself is meant to flow similar to the film Waking Life, using production by Chief and TheDoomsdayDevice in tandem with a litany of film samples to give the impression of floating from one train of thought to the next.  The project is not only deeply personal (almost as much as the upcoming rap release A Memoir Called Noir), it also serves as a defined signpost (no pun intended) for the transition between music and film that Chief and TheDoomsdayDevice is undergoing currently.  Check it out at Bandcamp or any of your other favorite online outlets, as it is available in every streaming service or digital storefront, and be sure to tell your friends to do the same.

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Synesthetic Dive :: Poolboi Blu And J Brodsnax Collab For ‘Ringtone’ Visuals

Posted on April 26, 2018 | Leave a comment

The music of poolboi blu can sometimes feel deeper than just your standard boom bap or new jack swing-esque production.  The homeboy has a way of creating sonic textures and landscapes that are emotionally evocative.  Therefore, seeing what j brodsnax put together for the ringtone music video was a pleasant surprise.  The visuals work subtly with the notes that chase one another around the high hats and drums that poolboi blu sequences, even throwing a few visual riddles into the mix.  Definitely worth your time, likes and shares.  Also, get hip to horseplay if you haven’t already, because there’s more video work coming…

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Rapid Fire :: 5-D And Bronze Whale Unveil ‘Shrubbery’

Posted on April 25, 2018 | Leave a comment

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SubKulture Patriots clearly left an indelible mark on the Texas hip-hop scene, and the waves of their creation continue to have impact to this day.  Case in point is the recent offshoot group known as 5-D (RuDi Devino and HBZ).  Together with producer Bronze Whale, the crew is set to make some noise that may cross genre boundaries in a way that is sorely needed right now for the hip-hop culture to continue to thrive.  Shrubbery is an uptempo ode to everyone’s favorite downer, laced with a bit of lyrical gymnastics to give it heavy replay value.  I’m definitely looking forward to integrating this one into mixes, and you should be getting your like/comment/share on so that 5-D and like-minded groups can thrive.

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Wild Style :: PNTHN And Jeffrey Garcia Team Up Once Again For ‘Chrome’

Posted on April 24, 2018 | Leave a comment

Chrome is not the first time that Jeffrey Garcia has directed a video for PNTHN, but so much has happened for both camps since their last collaboration that Chrome serves as exhibit A for evidence of growth.  Garcia has become an award-winning short film director, slowly working his way through the independent festival circuit in the search for a big opportunity.  PNTHN has taken their potential energy and turned it into tons of exposure and many chances to rock for crowds all over Texas.  Chrome could serve as the first true statement video for PNTHN in the wake of their new-found success, and as another wonderful notch in Garcia‘s creative belt.  Definitely spread this one around, as everyone involved deserves the love this one is getting.

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Heart Felt :: Poolboi Blu Keeps The Vibes Flowing With ‘Sincere (Volume 003)’

Posted on April 23, 2018 | Leave a comment

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You already know what it is.  poolboi blu and his sincere series are making waves in 2018, and sincere (volume 003) keeps the party going with some seriously emotion-inducing tracks.  This is the volume made for a bit of organic relaxation with somebody that you care about, for real.  If you aren’t hip by now, you’re striking out, but it’s never too late to get on the right page.  Shoutout to poolboi blu for consistently stepping up his DJ game.

-chief

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Dropping Topics :: Wyld Gents Podcast Drops A Gem With Episode #19 ‘Real Hip Hop Fans Are The Worst’

Posted on April 20, 2018 | Leave a comment

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Everybody already knows that Crew54 can chop it up with the best of them on any topic.  They prove it time and time again with each new episode of the Wyld Gents podcast.  For episode 19, the title Real Hip Hop Fans Are The Worst is incredibly appropriate.  M.o.S. and GChrist are known for their strong stance on those fixed in their ways when it comes to hip hop, and they’re able to eloquently lay down how hypocritical and short-sighted that stance can be, as well as how it can ultimately stunt the creative growth of the culture.  I love what these guys are doing, and one of these days I’d love to try and hold my own as a guest on this hilarious podcast… hilarious, but always thought provoking.

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Brain Feeder :: Lilli Talks Austin Creatives With Morgan (OVRLD) On ‘Let’s Dish’

Posted on April 19, 2018 | Leave a comment

Lilli, creator of the Born2bLilli YouTube channel, is always down to dish with interesting folks on the Austin scene.  For the latest go-round, she sat down with OVRLD‘s Morgan to talk about the Austin-based blog, the music scene, I AM TX and his role as a producer, and much more.  Check out the interview, give it a like, share or comment (if not all three), and be sure to subscribe so you can stay dishing with Lilli and company.

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Thankful Days :: Virgil Wolfe And Punk With A Camera Visually Express ‘Gratitude’

Posted on April 18, 2018 | Leave a comment

Virgil Wolfe brought the musical vision, Punk With A Camera brought what it took to capture the vision in music video form, and Rib Fest Records helped make it all possible.  The result is a testimonial style slice of life in the form of Gratitude, where we find Wolfe reflecting on all things big and small worth pointing out, because all of this shaped him into the man he is today.  Punk With A Camera helps make everything easy to relate to, keeping the environments grounded rather than forcing Wolfe to posture like someone he is not.  These are the kind of videos that both resonate good vibes and help you unlock your ability to do the same.  Give it a like, a share and a comment, and keep supporting your favorite indie creators.

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Burger Time! :: Meal Ticket Envisions ‘The Big One’ With New Music Video

Posted on April 17, 2018 | Leave a comment

Woah.  Bird Peterson and Mike 2600, collectively known as Meal Ticket, have just put out what can be described as a mindf#ck of a music video with The Big One.  I’m not going to ramble on about it, because words will not do it justice.  Trust me, just hit play on this one.  Then hit like.  Then hit share.  If you’re not completely speechless, leave a comment.  Who knows?  Maybe that will inspire more of this beautifully brilliant wildness.

-chief

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