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Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Esko...The Seed
Raised in New Jersey now residing in Los Angeles, CA, by way of Raleigh, NC, is not necessarily a "new" artist, but may be unknown to many, Esko Robinson. The August 2012 release of his album, The Seed, metaphorically relates his life of chaos into a new life of growth. Even though he felt that the limitations of a small town like Raleigh wasn't a good fit for him, he lists production credits to his North Carolina A&T University classmate, Sean Lane (who's also credited for work with Eyezon and J Ross Parrelli). Production credit also goes out to Q-Smith, CAV3 and J-Kits.
The Seed is the first of 3 LP's that Esko is using as a musical documentary of his personal growth through a tumultuous decade of trials, events he experienced in North Carolina and the decision to move West. Influenced by MCs such as Andre 3000, Method Man, Eminem and Busta Rhymes, Esko's style is described as multi-dimensional and introspective. Check out the album, along with his previous work at www.EskoBTS.com
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D.4.G....."Business B4 Pleasure"
On a Sunday night, months back, I walked into Jack Sprat in Chapel Hill, NC (Home of Sunday Night Sessions Open Mic with Bishop Omega) and waited for all the emcees to come out, hoping to catch some new talent. On that particular night, 2 acts signed up (I guess all the other emcees in the area already got signed or something, or forgot how important every opportunity to be seen or heard is). These two young hype guys stepped on the stage and didn't care that there were less than 10 people in the spot, they rocked anyway. D.4.G. (Destined 4 Greatness) caught my attention and I reached out.
D.4.G. is made up of Ye Ea$t (Okoye Gordon) and XO (Donyea Elliot), both hailing from the streets of Durham, NC, but in different household settings. Ea$t had both his mother and father in the home and XO was raised by his Aunt. Music was intertwined in both of their lives through different avenues. Ea$t was influenced by his mother and her exposing him to music even before birth. XO credits his Aunt who raised him and his Uncle Fadelle Roberts, who is a Producer and Emcee also from Durham.
Putting a description on D.4.G.'s "style" is complicated. Their creative metaphors and humor in their lyricism matched with catchy beats is hard to interpret. It's definitely not "backpacker" Hip Hop, but it does have a "swagg" twist to it. Listen for yourself by downloading their "Business Before Pleasure" Mixtape on datpiff.com. D.4.G. continues to work by the motto "The grind never stops" as they are already building the next in a series of mixtapes.
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Kenny Macguyver....Second Chance
Formerly known as "Killa K" from freestyle battles at the Local 506 in Chapel Hill, Kenny Macguyver, dropped a new video this week called "Second Chance" which let's us into his journey through his rap career thus far. The lyrics tell us about his life going from hopeful signed rapper to his daily 9 to 5 job. Kenny keeps it real for his fans in this video. Filmed and edited by DJ SpaceCadett.
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Rapbi Ben Israel...Spoken Word Commercial for "HI" Album
More commonly known around Durham, NC as one of the most sought after Producers, K.Slack, and a member of Thyrday hip hop group, I'm pleased to introduce you to the man now known as Rapbi Ben Israel. After years of evolving into a more faithful living believer, Rapbi Ben Israel released a Gospel based Hip Hop album this year titled "HI" (Hebrew Israelite). It carries 7 tracks that lead you through transformations, positive wordplay and that head nodding hip hop vibe.
Teamed up with another Durham Vet, Jozeemo, Rapbi Ben Israel introduces his album to the world through this Spoken Word commercial (written by Felicia Bue)...
Find The Album:
iTunes
YouTube
Amazon
@RapbiBenIsrael
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Edgar Allen Floe & J Wheels..."Floetry in Motion"
New Album released by Edgar Allen Floe, joined with Producer J Wheels, has been a year in the making. Floe's 1st release on the scene was in 2005 and he's put out 4 other projects before "Floetry In Motion". A member of 9th Wonder's The Justus League, Floe has been described as an emcee that "raps from a pulpit of authority that not many emcees rival", Edgar Allen Floe produces and creates Hip Hop on a higher level.
J Wheels, a self-taught Producer from Norfolk, VA, adds his creative touches to the music behind the emcees on this well constructed album.
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Monday, June 18, 2012
The Drop Squad..."Lights, Cameras"
Emcees Botti and Madoa make up the Hip Hop duo, The Drop Squad, who met while both serving in the military. They put their skills to work after leaving the services and released their first mixtape, The Drop. With ties to D.C., Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina, these emcees introduced their video for the first single off an upcoming project titled, Witt, to me. They've also just launched their Official Website so if you're feeling this, check out some more of their music and info in the links below.
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Friday, April 20, 2012
Kera Jo...North Carolina's "Gem"
Seeming to come out overnight, Kera Jo is using her voice in many ways to introduce herself. She's an established singer, rapper, actress, writer & videographer. Her credits include 2 seasons of hosting the Raleigh, NC TV show "Cultural Xpressions", performing at the World Famous Apollo Theatre, appeared on an episode of Law & Order: Criminal Intent and the feature film "Shutterbug", published a rapper style poetry book, is a guest hostess for Big Tyme TV (based out of Raleigh, NC) and has had her music played on numerous online radio stations. Basically, she does it all!!
Kera Jo doesn't stay in one lane when it comes to the music. Although her heart beats Hip Hop and she's been rapping since she was 12, she branches out into R&B, Neo-Soul, DubStep and Spoken Word. We'll be able to hear her many sides when her newest album is completed, titled "The Gem".
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Danielle BlaiQ...Hip Hop Soul From Durham
Training in Boston, Massachusetts as an Audio Engineer, Danielle BlaiQ quickly realized that she had more to offer to the music scene around her. Already a skilled songwriter, she took the step on stage and proved that she has what it takes to draw the audience in. She has the voice, the confidence and the energy that many performers strive to achieve. Danielle was most recently featured on a song with AnnMarie Fox, a local pop artist from Durham, NC. The song, "Internet BreakUp", has been played on K97.5's weekly 919Radio program.
Miss BlaiQ is working on her newest project expected to release this Summer 2012.
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Thursday, March 15, 2012
"Let's Be Honest"...Kam Moye/Supastition
Don't judge me for posting an older video! Hip Hop music is one of the genres that is still relevant years past it's release. I'll be honest, I heard of Supastition since I moved to North Carolina in the late 90's, but didn't really know much of his music. The first NC artists I heard while residing here were Brandon D and Tye Banks. Over the years, I did some research, but was still discovering artists when I was pulled into the local scene. Facebook was a wonderful tool!
Sunday, March 4, 2012
DJ KStones...More Than Just a "Black Dress"
East Carolina University graduate, Kristen Stoneman, started out her career on the turntables at the college radio station but has landed "KStones" in some impressive positions within the music industry. As one of the only female DJ's in the Triangle area of North Carolina, KStones has proven to be an equal contender to her male counterparts. Her resume boasts work with G105.1 FM's Bob and the Showgram, General Manager/Hip Hop Director of WZMB 91.3 FM, National Coordinator for Island/Def Jam College Marketing Team, CEO of Stoneman Records and 2011 Carolina Music Awards DJ of the Year. She's been featured in DStripped Magazine and 2011 Best of Awards Raleigh Downtowner Magazine. DJ KStones is a favorite among NC's Underground artists because she spins their music whenever she's able to at the local clubs she works in.
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
POWER UP!! With Mixed Solution
If you are a fan of LIVE performances like I am and you're not afraid to step a touch outside of the "expected" Hip Hop zone then you have to check out a Mixed Solution show. The group met while in high school, were roommates in college at Cape Fear in Wilmington, NC and after a time of separation, each pursuing their own educational goals, they rejoined and put out their 1st album "Let It Grow" in 2009. Comprised of Frontman/Lyricist Thomas Milmoe, Producer/Instrumentalist D.J.S. 11:11 (aka Dan) and VJ Quiet Mike, Mixed Solution is a visually and sonically stimulating experience that uses graphics expertly syncopated with their music composition during their live shows. Their sound fuses electro pop, organic Hip Hop and rock with a positive message to the masses.
Power Up! The second album from Mixed Solution releases today on iTunes. With songs like Beat Grenades featuring LiVE (The Balance and 1100 Hunterz fame), Walk To The Beat and Colors, it's sure to be included in your favorite's collection.
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Friday, February 17, 2012
Carolina Cuts...Relic Spinning 4 NC!
Carolina Cuts...An online Podcast hosted by Relic (aka RelicofRIP) on IllMuzikRadio.com is currently spinning more than 50 Hip Hop and R&B artists from across the Carolina's. Relic understood the frustration of "Underground" or "Independent" artists wanting to be heard without the avenues to expand their listening base, so he created the Podcast just for that. It's been in operation just over a year and it's growing consistently. Artists can submit their music, free and unedited (he believes "art is art and people shouldn't have to edit their free speech in order to be heard") to CarolinaHipHopRadio@gmail.com (mp3 format) and make sure it's QUALITY music! If your music isn't ready for airplay, you will receive feedback on what you may need to do to get it to that point (I like that! Artist development advice!).
New episodes are released about every 2 weeks so submit your music today!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Armed With Mics...It's Fallen Anghellz!!
Fallen Anghellz is undoubtedly one of the most electrifying new duos on the North Carolina Hip-Hop scene. Consisting of MC/Producer Apostle A.P. and MC/Vocalist Seven Da Pantha. The group released their debut, Lost Testaments Vol. 1: The Passion…The Truth on December 13, 2011. Spearheaded by the production of A.P., the album is an affirmation of the beautiful noise the East Coast has been experiencing over the last year as the Anghellz’ live performances brought down the house in numerous venues.
Jay White...The Takeover!!
Jay White has been grinding all over North Carolina and into other neighboring states for years. He has that street hard sound with addictive hooks in his music. With the upcoming release of his 3rd Mixtape, "Takeover", we are sure to hear more from this young NC artist in the future!
Find his music:
Soundcloud
YouTube
@JayWhite919
Monday, February 13, 2012
Come On Out To Shakedown Street!!
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TaraMarie: How long have you owned Shakedown Street? Did you open it to be primarily as a music venue?
Sunday, February 12, 2012
The Millie Vaughn Experience..."The Millie Tape"
TaraMarie: How did you get started in music production? Is there a family history in music?
Millie: My talent is credited to my late father, Fred Duane Graves. He had an extraordinary voice and would sing often before he passed
From The Mouth Of Bishop Omega!
It's not easy filling the shoes of several men at once, but "BullCity's" Bishop Omega does just that! He acts, freestyles, hosts and keeps us laughing. He's REAL in the sense that he doesn't sugarcoat ANYTHING, but that's ok, because that's why he's among the favorites for many people in the North Carolina Hip Hop scene. We'll let him explain himself even better in the interview I was able to get from him:
TaraMarie: How would you describe who "Bishop Omega" is?
Bishop: I'm the respectable funny guy with a keen business mind. Damn! that sounds good huh?! Nah, I'm just a man with God given talent that is on his grind!
King F.A.M.E. Launched Us To "Jupiter"
“I will not be successful until I am living every day the way I want!”
--King F.A.M.E
King F.A.M.E. has been building his brand for over 10 years now out of Atlanta, GA, Greensboro and Durham, NC. His company, GroundBreaking Entertainment, manages and helps to develop artists from several genres of music, including R&B, Pop & Hip Hop. With the anticipation of his upcoming Mixtape "Hall of F.A.M.E., this year is sure to be explosive for King F.A.M.E.! His 1st single from his album "Rize 2 F.A.M.E." due out late Spring of this year, "Jupiter" featuring Young Fletcher, Produced by ShowDownBeatz, has already been causing a buzz from state to state. The video for "Jupiter" is already in production and the track is now available on iTunes for Download. For those of us that know this artist, it is only the beginning!
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KAZE? 4Letters? Black Kennedy?
The beginning of 2012 may have confused some of the faithful fans of Chapel Hill, North Carolina's favorite, Kaze aka 4Letters, as he took on a different persona, "Black Kennedy". Questions are being asked like "No more Kaze?" "Who is Black Kennedy?" So let me explain and try to settle some of the confusion. "Kaze" will always be KAZE! Black Kennedy is the name he has chosen to Produce under (Yes, besides being a beast on the mic, he also is the sound behind it too). Anybody that knows Kevin "Kaze" Thomas knows that he's always been an extremely motivated artist. He's had his hands in Battles, Open Mics, TV shows, and just about every other aspect of Hip Hop. In 2011, he joined up with Pop singer/International Model, Liz Harlow, and her team in Miami. They've been putting together "JetSetMafia", a music project that combines Pop, Hip Hop and Dubstep. "Black Kennedy" has produced a majority of it. The project released their 1st video "Bass Cannon" and 1st track "Dance Floor" this month at www.JETSETMAFIAMUSIC.com. Every great artist knows how to keep his fans tuned in and how to grab new fans as the times change and that's what this year will prove to us.
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