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K’NAAN & NAS Behind the Scenes x Hip Hop Press

yodee — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 06:18:25 +0000

Fresh off the presses, we have some behind the scenes + interview footage with K’NAAN and NAS from the set of their upcoming video “Nothing to Lose.” The track is off K’NAAN’s recently released More Beautiful Than Silence EP and the official video will be premiering on Vevo this Friday.

K’NAAN and NAS chop it up about how they met, their collaborations and the importance of this song. Check it out and please share

K’NAAN & Nas Behind the Scenes on “Nothing to Lose” video shoot

More Beautiful Than Silence on iTunes

http://bit.ly/wTKDkz

Sullee J – We Marched, Still [Spoken Word] – Black History Month Special Release

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:38:02 +0000

Sullee J is back with another “Spoken Word” this month. “We Marched, Still”. This piece reflects the struggles of a whole race and speaks on various scenario’s they had to battle in order to get where they are today.

In Sullee J’s own words “I wrote this to keep us awake, and always remember where we came from. I feel like a lot of us forget or get spoiled in the hype. At one point, we fought and died over school and earning the privilege to read a book. Today we shoot each other and die over material things like who has the newest Jordan’s? God puts us through things, but he also pulls us through them. He does this so, we can humble ourselves and appreciate what we have, not forget what we were granted!”

With that being said, I hope you can feature this on your page, as it is a message for the world! Remember where you came from!

Spoken Word: “We Marched, Still – By Sullee J”

Lyrics for the Spoken Word below:

We Marched,
Even though we fought hard
With hearts dark enough
To darken the stars,
We Marched, Still
Even when our fathers were lynched
And mothers convinced,
There youngn’s raped of there innocence
We Marched, Still
Even when the bright snow beat us
And the great white restrained to feed us
We had to walk miles for water
Hydration was heaven,
We question,
Oh Lord, are you sure you still need us?
We Marched, Still
Conquered by the myth in our hearts,
Real
Thinking we were doomed at birth,
We fought still
With nothing but dirt,
We carved steal
Barricaded on the same earth,
Today we oft chill
We Marched, Still
Died for generations,
Couldn’t feed our children knowledge
Books weren’t allowed penetration
In the minds of those who’s skin
Was, but even one percent,
Dark, still
We Marched, to kill
Destroy the forced niche
And eradicate the shovelers
Who dug us this poor ditch
And put limits on us
Because the pigment was so rich

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Chris Brown Blasts Grammy Appearance Critics

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:15:01 +0000

Chris Brown has some very pointed words for those who were critical of his return  to the Grammy Awards on Sunday night. “F— off.”
In a Twitter rant that has since been deleted, Brown went off on the people who questioned whether he deserved to be at the show three years after he missed his scheduled performance due to his assault  on then-girlfriend Rihanna on the eve of the 2009 awards.
“HATE ALL U WANT BECUZ I GOT A GRAMMY Now! That’s the ultimate F**K OFF!” Brown tweeted on Tuesday in a widely reported screed that has since been deleted, but was preserved by the Mashable site. The site reported that a trending topic during the Grammy show was “wife beater” in reference to Brown.
“Strange how we pick and choose who to hate!” Brown reportedly wrote. “Let me ask u this. Our society is full of rappers (which I listen to) who have sold drugs (poisoning). But yet we glorify them and imitate everything they do. Then right before the worlds eyes a man shows how he can make a Big mistake and learn from it, but still has to deal with day to day hatred! You guys love to hate!!! But guess what???”
An unnamed source said to be close to Brown denied that the singer posted the comments himself, telling Radar Online that “someone does his postings on Twitter and when he saw that he ordered it taken down immediately.” A spokesperson for Brown could not be reached for comment at press time.
Brown’s angry response came after a number of celebrities expressed disappointment that the singer performed twice on the Grammy broadcast. Among them were country star Miranda Lambert, who wrote, “I don’t get it. He beat on a girl … not cool that we act like that didn’t happen.” She suggested that Brown needed to listen to her track “Gunpowder and Lead” (about a woman getting ready to kill her abusive husband) and “be put back in his place. Not at the Grammys.”
Jack Osbourne was not impressed either, tweeting, “Chris Brown … people don’t forget! #chrisbrownbeatswomen,” while singer Michelle Branch wrote, “Trying not to go off on a rant but … Chris Brown … *bites tongue* have we forgiven him?”
Brown has struggled to express himself in public before, often doing more harm than good in interviews and on Twitter, where he has been forced several times to delete a string of previous angry screeds. He reigned it in while winning an award at the show, though, humbly thanking his fans and the Academy for inviting him back to the Grammys and putting on two of his typically high-energy, dance-focused performances. 
In another Tweet that has since been deleted, Brown wrote after his win for Best R&B album, “people who make mistakes and learn from them are ROLE MODELS too. I’m just happy to inspire growth and positivity.”
After a number of music critics and op-ed writers questioned the logic of having Brown return to the Grammy stage, Recording Academy president Neil Portnow defended the decision on Monday, saying the Academy’s voting helps dictate the content of the show. “If we’re going to get in trying to personally evaluate artists in terms of their personal lives, that’s a slippery slope that we wouldn’t want to get into,” he said.

Nas Oops, I Made A $339k Mistake

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:12:06 +0000

Nas is great at a lot of things … rapping, feuding … but paying taxes isn’t one of them … and now he’s on the hook for another $339,000 he allegedly kept from Uncle Sam.
According to official documents obtained by TMZ, Nas never forked over $339,005.49 in federal income tax he owed for 2010 … and now the U.S. government has obtained a lien on his property.
Being a tax scofflaw is nothing new for Nas … according to public records, dude is also on the hook for more than $6 MILLION DOLLARS in back taxes from previous years.

Kid Cudi: Unveils Wzrd Album

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:09:31 +0000

Kid Cudi and his longtime producer Dot Da Genius previewed the complete album by their new rock band, WZRD, for the first time in public on Monday, at an industry-only listening party in L.A. In a Q-&-A session after it was played, Cudi named classic rockers Electric Light Orchestra, Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors and Nirvana as WZRD’s major influences.
Cudi says he took up guitar just five months before WZRD started working on the project. Dot plays bass and drums. The album drops February 28th. –Dave Schulps

Official Video: Too $hort “What the Fuck”

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:58:40 +0000

Too $hort released his new video “What the Fuck” today. The track is from his upcoming album, No Trespassing, which drops on Feb. 28. The album will feature a perfect blend of his chilled out, old school sounds and upbeat club anthems. It features cameos from Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Twista, Rico Tha Kidd and Dom Kennedy.

ForteBowie’s ‘When Forte Met Iggy’ Remix EP!

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:56:15 +0000

It’s here! On this very special day of love, ForteBowie shares with us his love for music by giving us, When Forte Met Iggy (Remix EP)!!! Forte took on Iggy Azalea’s Ignorant Art EP and remixed the five of the tracks. Forte is not only showing us his appreciation for Iggy but most importantly, his skill and talent when it comes to production. ForteBowie and 1990 have a lot planned for Bowie Nation, including the video for his highly acclaimed track, Impala, off of Something About #Bowie, which will be out soon! Also, Forte has many shows coming up this spring, so if he is in a town near you, make sure to check him out! So download the new EP, and ride out to it with your boo as you’re headed out to dinner today! Enjoy and Happy Valentine’s Day from ForteBowie and 1990 LLC!

Stream x Download: ForteBowie x Iggy Azalea-When Forte Met Iggy (Remix EP)

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http://fortebowie.com

http://twitter.com/fortebowie

http://www.fortebowie.bandcamp.com/

http://www.facebook.com/pages/ForteBowie/183589234982067

General Information:
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Nick Nemesis – Heart N Soul – Mixtape preview/Trailer

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:52:57 +0000

This video contains a little bit of everything!

1. Deific Ink Cypher
2. Daily Life
3. Exclusive Never Before Heard Songs
4. Lame Lids Employees
5. Behind The Scenes Of My New Video – Better Way

Music:
Deific Ink Cypher Beat – Prod. ADOTHEGOD
Faces – Prod. Ray Holmes
Dub City – Nick Nemesis Ft. Teddy Bigglesworth
Colors – Nick Nemesis – Prod. Jon Kilmer
Heart N Soul Intro – Prod. Chemist
Better Way – Nick Nemesis – Prod. Chemist

Dunson (formerly Kenton Dunson) – Count On It (prod. by Phatboiz) : First Single off Upcoming Project

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:09:36 +0000

Washington, DC, February 14, 2012 — With his incredible ear for music, and his refreshing lyrical prowess, young, rising star Dunson is quickly proving himself a Sheppard in the sheepish world of Hip-Hop. With his career on the rapid incline, Dunson has released his debut single ‘Count on It” from his highly anticipated mixtape dropping this spring, entitled The Investment.

The single, produced by Grammy-nominated production trio Phatboiz (responsible for John Legend’s latest single “Tonight (Best You Ever Had)” featuring Ludacris, from the Think Like A Man movie soundtrack), features a sample from the popular Sesame Street animated pinball segment, Pinball Number Count, composed by Walt Kraemer and arranged by Ed Bogas, with vocals by the Pointer Sisters. The track is the perfect symmetry of grit, pop and funk, and is sure to garner mass appeal, with its grandiose lyrics and nostalgic vibe. Unlike many young artists today, Dunson brings a rarely found authenticity and hunger to his music, and this single epitomizes that ferocity. At first listen, Dunson’s vocals may remind you of J.Cole, with his colorful tone and energetic cadence; the way he marriages the soulfulness of the music with the rawness in his lyrics may remind you of Kanye; But Dunson’s star power lies in his versatility and likeability. You can count on him to bring you something fresh, relevant, and extra-ordinary every time, and this single is just that- a breath of fresh air.

Soundcloud Link:

http://soundcloud.com/kentondunson/count-on-it

YouTube Link:

Download Link:

http://soundcloud.com/kentondunson/count-on-it/download

Artwork Link:

http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000018324682-l6156y-original.jpg

About Dunson
Dunson resigned from his career in the investments industry to become a full-time artist in 2010. After spending a multitude of years playing in bands of different genres, the Maryland native, who is also a multi-instrumentalist, took the chance to become a solo artist focusing heavily on lyrics and production. He has since amassed a receptive, global fan-base, proven through hundreds of thousands of downloads of his self-produced Creative Destruction mixtape series, among other projects and collaborations.

As Dunson’s sound developed and evolved, it caught the ear of Grammy-nominated production team, The Phatboiz, with whom he developed a collaborative relationship. By the onset of 2012, Dunson had performed live to packed crowds at some of New York City’s most legendary venues, such as Highline Ballroom and S.O.B.s. Dunson’s genuine talent and tenacity has led to multiple collaborations and cosigns from industry veterans such as 9th Wonder, John Legend, and many others. Dunson is currently prepping his forthcoming March 2012 mixtape, entitled The Investment, which features several guest appearances, including multi-platinum selling artist John Legend and up and coming producer extraordinaire Mark Henry (Terror Squad).

Official Site

http://www.dunsonmusic.com

Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/dunsonmusic

Twitter

http://www.twitter.com/kentondunson

YouTube

[New Song] Ja Rule – Black Vodka (Album Version)

yodee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:08:04 +0000

Here’s the album version of Ja Rule’s “Black Vodka” off of his much-anticipated album PIL2, set to release on February 28th.

As RollingStone.com explains it: “Black Vodka” is more reminiscent of traditional Ja fare, a female-friendly cut that draws the metaphor between a sexy woman and vodka with lines like “She goes down so smooth.”