Camu Tao, King of Hearts
Camu Tao, the legendary MC, producer, and singer, whose life was tragically cut short on May 25th, 2008 after a protracted battle with lung cancer, will have his debut solo album and final statement, King of Hearts, posthumously released on August 17, 2010 as a collaborative release between Fat Possum Records and Definitive Jux. Described by friends, peers and colleagues as “wild, proud, loving, tough, outspoken, spontaneous, and brilliant,” Tao was a creative powerhouse whose output was as staggering in its scope of influences as it was emotionally evocative. El-P describes King of Hearts as “raw, exciting and unlike anything anyone has heard”. Even newer school rappers feel the impact of Camu’s work, “These songs are so before their time it’s ridiculous” says Kid Cudi. Cage sums up the album as “a masterpiece in the making.”
The record marks a departure from his former works, most notably as it finds Camu favoring a distinctively playful, semi-soul croon as well as the off-kilter and wild rapping that earned him a reputation among peers and fans as an innovative genius. Musically King of Hearts delves into realms of gritty, electropunk pop, alternately veering between the dark carnival-esque and the sublimely summery. Pleasantly disorienting electronic tones cascade and pulse as dense, propulsive beats build a solid foundation upon which Tao constructs immensely hooky and infectious choruses. Written and produced by Camu himself, King Of Hearts is the last vision of a criminally underrated talent in the midst of a major artistic breakthrough cut short before being fully completed.
Llamabeats & Parable- Gun In My Hand
Llamabeats & Parable, collectively known as THINK TANK, introduce their new collaboration with “Gun In My Hand,” a twisted and witty love song with a soulful, boom-bap thump and reggae swing. Parable’s rhymes combine the spirit of a true MC, yet maintain a mass appeal while Spits counters with playful lyricism and melodic chorus. The “Gun In My Hand” music video will debut in early July, as THINK TANK gears up for their summer mini-tour, which includes performances on the South-east leg of the Vans Warped Tour. Their mixtape, Mashed Potatoes, is set for Fall release with several singles on SoFlo Entertainment.
Free Download – Busdriver drops Monsters of Folk remix from upcoming mixtape “Computer Cooties”
Busdriver has dropped another track from his upcoming mix tape Computer Cooties (such a butterfingers); a rework of that Monsters of Folk song that the Roots just redid.
It’s called —>”Deer God“<— and it features rising L.A. rap luminary Open Mike Eagle.Here is what Busdriver has to say about it:
“This time around for my Computer Cooties mixtape, I’ve taken the album opener “Dear God( Sincerely M.O.F.)” off of the Monsters of Folk debut, maimed it and cohearsed it into doing my bidding. The rendition is called “Deer God”. In it we take the original subject matter (dealing in the trepidations of god-fearing folk) and replace it with a series of questions concerning faith via wild accusations and finger pointing. Yay! Concious rap!
My good buddy Open Mike Eagle takes his chances with the premise, pouring his brand of verbal honey over the jagged edges of the production, and leaves more than a few kinks in the Faith-dome. It’s a fun-filled affair.
Of course, this is all inspired by the Roots rendition off of their latest studio album, “How I Got Over”. I just hope that the off-branded cynicism and tomfoolery of our version has added something to the conversation.
thanks a lot” – Busdriver
The Extremities – Mint Condition Tour
The Extremities preview fall release with Eastern Canada tour dates
The Extremities is an incredibly fitting name for the latest project, courtesy of Toronto’s producer Fresh Kils (sampler/keyboard) and Halifax’s Uncle Fester (turntable). Simply put, there’s just so much happening on The Mint Condition, the collaboration’s newest record set for release this September, that it’s impossible not to hop on board with their groovy, eclectic brand of lounge-inspired hip-hop.
Now, don’t assume so quickly that The Mint Condition is a difficult listen. No, it’s just that The Mint Condition is so laden with the kind of smokey, graceful hip-hop that you might find yourself wondering just how extremely (pun totally intended) seducing hip-hop can really be. Take for example the first leaked track ‘Lost Souls’ – a very versatile listen, perfectly ready for backyard Bar-B-Q’s, long drives into dusk or the kind of ultra-exclusive jazz club that rewards its devotees with the kind of fresh sounds all music fans pine for. Yes, The Extremities push their listeners to not only get involved in their sound, but drink up every last drop. Guests on the album include Ali Shaheed Muhammad (A Tribe Called Quest), El Da Sensei, Supastition, Rich Kidd, Lush Life, Ghettosocks and Timbuktu. Talk about extremes.
While The Extremities take their jazz-induced brand of soulful, culturally aware hip-hop on the road throughout Eastern Canada, hype on the act will certainly continue to grow. Besides two of the founding members of Halifax’s venerable hip-hop crew, Backburner, Kils and Fester will be joined on their upcoming tour by Anthony Rinaldi on the sax, two up and coming Emcee’s which make up Magnolius, and Ambition. If the combined presence and talent of all the collaborators within The Extremities is any indication, this is an act that will be taking their unique vision even further in the future and surely, cannot be missed.
Catch Kils, fresh off co-producing “Vaudeville” with D-Sisive and winning the Sound Battle Royale producer battle, with Uncle Fester perform their soon to be released tracks here:
July 7th – Fredericton, NB – The Capitol
July 8th – Moncton, NB – Oxygen Patio
July 9th – Halifax, NS – Halifax Jazz Festival w/ De La Soul & Ali Shadheed Muhammad (AA)
July 10th – Halifax, NS – G Lounge (Fresh Kils & Anthony Rinaldi)
July 10th – Charlottetown, PE – Baba’s Lounge (Magnolius & Uncle Fester)
July 13th – Montreal, QC – Le Consulat
July 15th – Ottawa, ON – Mavericks
July 16th – Kingston, ON – TBA
July 17th – Toronto, ON – TBA
Listen to ‘Lost Souls’ here: http://backburner.ca/?tag=the-extremities
Music and more info here: http://www.myspace.com/theextremitiesmusic
TOKYO POLICE CLUB launch CHAMP Championship Contest
Tokyo Police Club wants everyone to be a Champ. To embrace the spirit of their forthcoming album, due out June 8th via Dine Alone Records in Canada, the band is calling on their fans: “Challenge us to something. Anything. Ping pong. Baking. Mario. Nerf guns. Hockey. Unicycling. Catching grapes in your mouth. You name it. When we come to your town on tour we’ll make it happen. This summer, it’s on.”
Fans can enter their ideas at TokyoPoliceClub.com… Winners will have access to tickets, merchandise, etc. and the chance to hang with the guys while competing in whatever activity they submitted.
In anticipation of their time on the road together across the US, Passion Pit have remixed Tokyo Police Club’s ‘Wait Up (Boots of Danger)’. This track, along with the album version, are both available for free download starting today at RCRDLBL.COM.
The pre-order of Champ is also now live at TokyoPoliceClub.com. Limited edition shirts, hoodies, and poster bundles are available and with each pre-order fans will also receive three album tracks immediately along with the Passion Pit remix.
After the Passion Pit tour ends, Tokyo Police Club will be embarking on their first US headline tour in support of Champ. Canadian dates will be announced shortly. For further dates, more details and updates, check back at http://tokyopoliceclub.com/shows
Upcoming Canadian Shows:
July 08 Toronto, ON Molson Amphitheatre w/Flaming Lips
July 10 Ottawa, ON POPLife Stage, 2010 Cisco Ottawa Bluesfest
Sep 04 Edmonton, AB Sonic Boom Festival
Friday, June 18 – Toronto – Take A Ride On Montreal’s Underground Realroad
Take a ride on the Underground Realroad as the Montreal formula breaking collective, recently voted in Montreal Mirror’s – Best of Montreal as the #3 Best Local Hip Hop Act will be performing in Toronto at the IndieCan Urban Big Specials House Radio Show Showcase on Friday, June 18th at Suba Lounge 292 College St.. This will be UR’s first performance in Toronto as the collective duo consisting of Big Bricc and DJ Drex will be showcasing alongside local Toronto acts, Spesh K,Angerville, King Roti, Sound Improvement, Solo Red, Royce Birth, Wasun, DJ Greedo, Ill Vibe and more.
Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=120560571307529&ref=mf
CHALI 2NA ANNOUNCES FISH MARKET PART 2 ON DECON
 Chali 2Na is back on board to deliver the second installment of his Fish Market series,Fish Market Part 2, out June 8th on Decon Records. The renowned rapper is joined this time by compatriot DJ Dez Andres (of Slum Village fame), and the classic pairing of MC and DJ is an exciting return to form. The two combine their efforts to create an album that plays like a mixtape and ultimately deliver one of the strongest hip-hop records of 2010.
From his formative years battling at the legendary Good Life Grocery in Los Angeles to selling out crowds of thousands around the world with Jurassic 5, the Chicago-born MC has criss-crossed the hip-hop landscape for nearly 20 years. Chali’s reputation precedes him, and he relishes the opportunity to step outside of the box with his new album. The Fish Market series are releases comprised of obscure gems and unreleased heaters culled from archives of guest-appearances, b-sides and passion projects and Fish Market Part 2is undoubtedly the baritone-born MCs most interesting work to date.For the second volume in the series, Chali stretches his baritone over a varied framework of instrumentals. On “Across The Map”, J-Live assists as tidal waves of cadence crash over punchy horns, eastern strings and timeless boom-bap. Never stagnant though, Chalidoesn’t hesitate to flip the script and systematically dismantle Rusko’s dubstep on “Gadget Go Go” with a tangled double-time flow. It’s moments like this that remind us that even when he stylistically casts a wide net, Chali 2na is a rapper’s rapper at the core.
Check the Rusko produced “Gadget Go Go” from RCRD LBL: http://rcrdlbl.com/artists/Chali_2na/track/Gadget_Go_Go_prod_Rusko |
MP3 + Video || Gyptian – Hold You + Remix w/ Niki Minaj || Clean, Dirty & Inst || VP Records ::
Here is a priority joint from VP Records recording artist Gyptian. The track is titled ‘Hold You’ and is currently #1 on the Reggae Charts in the US and becoming one of the biggest reggae joints for 2010. Niki Minaj just did a remix to it as well, which is also available.
Gillette Turns Shaving Into Gliding
It’s no secret that men have often felt discomfort when shaving, yet despite Gillette’s advanced technology and numerous shaving innovations like Mach3 and Fusion, that ‘tug and pull’ feeling (which can lead to skin irritation) has remained a constant burden– until now. After years of development Gillette has answered man’s demand for a more comfortable shave with the NEW Gillette Fusion ProGlide shaving system and NEW Gillette Fusion ProSeries skin care line-up.
Available just in time for Father’s Day, Gillette Fusion ProGlide and Gillette Fusion ProSeries are the result of years of R&D and more than 30,000 consumer trials. Gillette Fusion ProGlide improves on the 5-bladed Gillette Fusion shaving system and the introduction of a new skin care line-up enables a close, comfortable pre and post-shave experience. Gillette Fusion ProGlide offers seven upgrades – the most prominent: thinner, finer blades with increased stability that help the razor glide across a man’s face while shaving.
Rusko ‘Cali Anthem’
 this Rusko track ‘Cali Anthem’ has been getting radio play on the west coast but won’t be on the upcoming album (O.M.G.!, out in May on Mad Decent/ Downtown Records) – you can download here AND check his new video for the ‘Woo Boost’ single, out now.
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CALI-AGENT RAPPER RASCO RELEASES GLOBAL THREAT
After touring the globe from the Czech Republic to Sierra Leone, Bay Area rapper Rasco is returning to the game with his sixth and most complete LP to date, Global Threat. Moreover, Rasco enlists producers from all over the world, resulting in his most well-rounded creation. Guest appearances include Royce Da 5″9′, Planet Asia, Supastition, Concise Kilgore, as well as newcomers Jae Nut, Suryil and Mary Jayne.Since dropping his ground-breaking LP in 1998, Time Waits For No Man, along with his follow-up EP, 99’s The Birth, Rasco, born Keida Brewer in San Francisco, CA, has redefined West Coast independent hip-hop, winning over fans and critics alike with his articulate wordplay. His second LP, Hostile Environment (2001) and the critically acclaimed third solo joint, Escape From Alcatraz have made Rasco one of hip-hop’s most consistent emcees in the game. In 2003 Rasco released his fourth release The Dick Swanson Theory Pt. 1 and debuted his own label PocketsLinted Entertainment.
In addition to all his solo projects, Rasco’s collabs with partna in rhyme Planet Asia have made him part of indie hip-hops most noted duos. His Cali Agents releases including How The West Was One (2000) and Head of State (2004) remain indie classics. What’s more, he contributed to the remix album,Reanimiation with Grammy Award winning rock-rap group Linkin Park.
Production on Global Threat is shared by Alkota, DJ Wich, Madskillz along with
Khrysis (Little Brother) and Supastition.
Rasco doesn’t do gimmicks, but rather proves himself, once again, to be a real global threat.
Wide Array Of Producers And Emcees Invited To Little Brother’s Farewell Album
Little Brother Unveils Offical Artwork And Track Listing For LeftBack
Little Brother is back for the very last time with a new album to satisfy the yearning masses. The North Carolina duo, made up of hip-hop heavyweights Phonte andRapper Big Pooh recently announced the upcoming release of their fourth and final album, LeftBack, available April 20th via Hall of Justus. With production from the likes of Khyrsis,Denaun Porter, Zo!,Symbolyc One, J. Biznessand King Karnov, LeftBackis poised to take listeners on an epic auditory adventure. Phonte and Rapper Big Pooh will also be extending invites for the farewell party to fellow emcees Torae,Truck North, Jozeemo, Chaundon and Median, while crooner Darien Brockington and chanteuse Yahzarah are on hand to add a touch of the melodious to the album.
As the momentum behind LeftBack continues to swell, Little Brother is proud to unveil the official artwork and the track listing for the album. Fans will be excited to learn that LeftBack features 13 tracks of unadulterated hip-hop, while the album artwork finds Phonte and Rapper Big Pooh standing tall amidst the ghosts of albums past, press coverage and other memories accumulated throughout Little Brother’s celebrated career. “We wanted the fans to have that moment of nostalgia when looking at this artwork” says Rapper Big Pooh. “You are able to take a quick journey from the beginning of our careers to the end as Little Brother by glancing at the artwork.”
Little Brother - LeftBack Offical Track Listing:
1. Curtain Call (Prod. By Khrysis)
2. Table For Two Feat. Jozeemo & Yahzarah (Prod. By Khrysis)
3. Tigallo For Dolo (Prod. By Khrysis)
4. Revenge Feat. Truck North & Median (Prod. By Khrysis)
5. So Cold Feat. Chaundon (Prod. By King Karnov)
6. Second Chances Feat. Bilal & Darien Brockington (Prod. By Denaun Porter)
7. Go Off Go On (Prod. By Khrysis)
8. What We Are Feat. Quiana (Prod. By Young R.J.)
9. After The Party Feat. Carlitta Durand (S1 and Caleb’s Who Shot JR Ewing Remix) (Prod. By S1 and Caleb)
10. Two Step Blues Feat. Darien Brockington (Zo’s Purple Suit With The Matching Gators Remix) (Prod. By Zo!)
11. Get Enough Pt. 2 Feat. Khrysis (Prod. By Khrysis)
12. Before The Night Is Over (Prod. By J.Bizness)
13. 24 Feat. Torae (Prod. By Khrysis)
DJ Manifest presents: SOKE
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We giving you access to his new mix tape (Di most critictly acclaimed) presented by DJ Manifest.
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Who is LYDIA MAMSIA TSOSANE?
Born and brought up in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa She is the third child in a family of five children. Her parents were singer who inspired her, with Daddy playing those blues , jazz was injected from the ears to her blood veins. Although she never got any training, she always tried and still trying to improve herself as a singer, all natural –you feel it!!!
Music is her life and as someone that started as a jazz singer, she can fit into any sound and like she always says, “ the lyrics have to be good – something meaningful, the rhythm and all. Her wide, powerful and emotional voice makes you dance, cry, shiver.
In 2006 Lydia Mamsie Tsosane moved to Hamburg, Germany as a cast member of the world known musical The Lion King, playing the roles of Rafiki and Shenzi and swing singer for two and a half years. In September 2008 she got a call from the director of an African Circus, Afrika Afrika asking her to come in for a casting as a lead singer for the show touring Europe. In 2009 she started in Germany her own career as a solo artist again with her band. Playing in well known clubs, to name a few the Stageclub and the Fabrik and also performed on the yearly Afrikafestival-Hamburg, Alafia. She also does wedding performances, Gala’s of all sorts. She has asked by so many other artists to join their and. She has also worked with other artists on their album.Mamsie is a solo artist, composer, lyricist and a songwriter. Lydia Mamsie Tsosane wants her music be something that everyone can relate to – young and old – uplifting –giving courage and healing and most importantly having fun too.
REMAINS FROM JESUS-ERA BUILDING DISCOVERED NEAR CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION IN NAZARETH
 The remains of a 2,000-year-old residential building from the time of Jesus were discovered this week during an archaeological excavation by the Israel Antiquities Authority near the Church of the Annunciation in Nazareth.
The ancient structure, consisting of two rooms and a courtyard, includes a rock-hewn cistern in its center which was used to collect rainwater. The structure was found underneath a 600-year-old wall dating to the Mamluke period. Fragments of Roman-era clay and chalk vessels were found inside the building and are believed to have been used by the ancient Hebrews approximately 2,000 years ago. “The discovery is of the utmost importance since it reveals for the very first time a house from the Jewish village of Nazareth and thereby sheds light on the way of life at the time of Jesus,” says Yardenna Alexander, Excavation Director, Israel Antiquities Authority. “No other settlement remains have been discovered that are attributed to this period.” For more information about travel to Israel, visit www.goisrael.ca. |
R. Kelly New Album “Untitled” out now
On Untitled, R. Kelly returns to the streets and delivers an album with a renewed energy and enthusiasm. Creatively, he collaborates with new up and coming producers (Infinity, Lil Ronnie, and Chris Henderson) and rising stars like Keri Hilson who Kelly features in his first single “Number One.”
Kelly is already generating a buzz with his mix-tape with DJ Skee and DJ Drama, The Demo which contains four exclusive songs including the club smash “Supa Man Featuring OJ Da Juiceman” and remixes of top charting songs by Drake and Jeremih. The Demo is being hailed as one of the best mix-tapes of the year. Commenting on the incredible response to the mix-tape as well as his approach going into his upcoming album, Kelly says, “I wanted to go back to the streets and connect directly to my fans. The love I have received is amazing and this is for them.”
R. Kelly’s remarkably consistent career spans decades filled with accomplishments and achievements: he has sold over 34 millions records worldwide. TheChicago native has released thirteen albums total including compilations and collaborations; and two platinum-certified solo albums. He has collaborated and written songs for some of today’s top musical icons from all genres including: Michael Jackson, Mary J. Blige, Pussycat Dolls, Usher, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston and more.
NEW Kardinal Offishall ft. Elephant Man (mp3)
Check out the new remix from Kardinal Offishall aka Mr. International
‘CLEAR!’ remix ft. Elephant Man
http://usershare.net/q0b9ns1v2l7b as seen on http://www.1loveto.com
DJ Dopey Gets HIV Test
Educates Youth About Misinformation & Encourages TestingDJ Dopey (Jon Santiago) from MTV Live (MTV Canada) has teamed up with youth organization The 411 Initiative For Change (411) to promote HIV testing to young Canadians. There are 60,000 people in Canada living with HIV it is estimated that 27% of the people infected are undiagnosed. Globally young people account for 50% of new HIV infections.
Dopey got an HIV testing diary at the Toronto Hassle Free Clinic allowing 411 film this personal experience. Now Dopey is taking time out of his busy schedule to talk to young people about his testing experience, encourage them to get tested.
“Canadian teens don’t know that testing is confidential or that it is free,” explains Dopey. “They don’t even realize that HIV infection is a risk for them due to things like unsafe sex and drug use. There is a lot of misinformation I hope to be able to clear up.” Dopey will take part in a World Aids Day presentation for young audiences to discuss his testing experience on Dec 1, 2009 with presentations at 10:00am and 1:00pm at theAl Green Theatre, Miles Nadal JCC – 750 Spadina Ave, Toronto. In the spring of 2010 Dopey will travel to high schools and colleges across Canada as part of a 411 HIV/AIDS education program. Dopey will talk with over 20,000 young Canadians about the importance of HIV testing.
“Many young Canadians are surprised to learn that in Canada 12 people are infected with HIV every day,” explains Sterling Downey, President of 411. “Getting a young celebrity like DJ Dopey to get tested on camera and to talk to young people across Canada about this is really powerful.”
Dopey a Filipino-Canadian has won the most prestigious titles available to a DJ: the 2003 World DMC Champion, 2002-2003 Vestax Canadian Champ and 2001 Allies All star Beat-Down Challenge Champion among others. Currently Dopey can be seen daily on MTV Canada’s flagship program “MTV Live” spinning music videos. Dopey is also a member of Toronto based rap group Notes To Self.
DIGITAL PLAYGROUND EXCLUSIVELY SHOOTS FORMER UFC FIGHTER WAR MACHINE’S 1st PORN SCENE EVER
Contract Star Riley Steele™ Does Her Best to Pin War Machine!
When former UFC fighter War Machine decided to make the transition from fighting to porn, he set his eyes on the top adult entertainment studio known for hotter girls and higher quality, Digital Playground. Mixed martial arts fighter Jon “War Machine” Koppenhaver’s first bout on the bed was with famed Digital Playground contract star Riley Steele™. The movie containing War Machine’s first ever adult scene is titled “Riley Loves War Machine” and is slated for a January 2010 release. However, Digital Playground promises to release a sneak peek of the sexy chemistry between Riley Steele and War Machine early next week on DigitalPlayground.com. According to adult news outlet AVN.com, War Machine says, “I’m still going to be fighting, [but] I’m a free agent now. It’s my passion. Porn is just another way for me to get paid for doing something I love to do. My mentor told me to find something you’re passionate about. That’s why I fight–and I love to fuck, so this is going to be good.”
