Producers
WISH and High Museum of Art Presents KAWS: “Down Time”
February 8, 2012
KAWS OPENING
KAWS SPEAKS
Long time no see. So I’ve come across something incredibly interesting that is planning to happen February 18th in the ATL. Artist Brian Donnelly, also known as KAWS, will be joining his “Companion” at the High Museum of Art here in Atlanta, GA. For those that are not hip to former New Jersey/ New York Graffiti writer KAWS, he is a prolific pop artist that has done work for Kid Cudi, Pharrell Williams, Bape, Hennesy, Dos Equis, and most notably Kanye West‘s fourth studio album “808 and Heartbreak”. Â Kaws who worked as a background designer for Disney often uses bottom half of Mickey Mouse for his “Orginal Fake” collectibles and of course the four finger gloves on most of his printed and painted work as well. There will be a “Culture Shock” social after the already SOLD OUT lecture The High Museum will be conducting February 16th 2012. You can purchase tickets online for the event HERE. Be sure to visit the exhibit but most importantly support your local artists!
Yours Truly,
FRANK YERBY
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Tags: Bape, Hennessey, High Museum of Art, Kanye West, Kid Cudi, Pharrell Williams | 
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Red Bull Music Academy Contest (Video)
February 7, 2012
It’s about that time again for musicians to submit their applications to attend the Red Bull Music Academy that will be held in NYC this year from September 30 – November 2, 2012. The Red Bull Music Academy is an international workshop that was founded in 1998, and touches down in a different city each year. Last year the workshops were held in Madrid Spain & artists like Erykah Badu, Young Guru, MF Doom, Bootsy Collins, Chic & more either performed or lectured during the symposium. How it works is two groups of 30 successful applicants, themselves representing a diverse range of music styles and methodologies, attend lectures by musical pioneers, and work on their own tunes in custom-built studios. By night, they have the chance to perform in some of the host city’s most iconic clubs and concert halls. Atlanta has been fortunate in that a few participants have come from this city in DJ Rasta Root & most recently producer Slide 20 XL who attended Georgia State University here in Atlanta. There’s no age limit, but you must be 21 to enter & it’s totally free to apply so if you or anybody you know of is an aspiring artist, DJ, Producers, emcees or all around musician that would be interested just tell them to go to the link below & download the application. Application deadline is April 2nd so y’all better not procrastinate with this opportunity….
TWITTER: @RBMA
FACEBOOK: REDBULLMUSICACADEMY
Posted in Alternative, Dancehall, Hip-Hop, Music, Producers, R&B, Technology, Videos | Tags: Contest, RBMA, Red Bull Music Academy | 1 Comment »
DJ Rasta Root x T3 – #DillaDayRadio Tribute [Update: Recorded 2/6/12]
February 6, 2012
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music, Producers, Radio | Tags: Dilla Day Radio, DJ RASTA ROOT, J Dilla, T3, Tribute | No Comments »
Robert Glasper – “More Love” (Tall Black Guy Remix) feat. KING
February 5, 2012
Detroit producer Tall Black Guy does it again with this soulful remix to Robert Glasper’s “More Love” featuring the beautiful trio of KING. Robert Glasper has a remix competition running so Tall Black Guy put his hat in the race by dropping this joint just a few hours ago & it’s spreading amongst his fans & beyond already. Tall Black Guy is no stranger to winning these producer based contests so don’t be surprised when he wins. Perfect sounds for a sunday afternoon right here…
ROBERT GLASPER – MORE LOVE (TALL BLACK GUY REMIX) FEAT. KING
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Planet Asia – “Cruise Control” (Video)
January 30, 2012
More visuals from Planet Asia and Oregon producer G_Force collaborative project Camouflage Jackets. This mixtape slipped under the radar in 2011 but had alot of quality bangers like “Cruise Control” on it. Also be on the look out for P.A Medallions Black Belt Theatre dropping February 28th.
-ISreal
Posted in Hip-Hop, Mixtapes, Music, Producers, Videos | Tags: Black Belt Theatre, Camouflage Jackets, G_Force, Planet Asia | No Comments »
9th Wonder x J. Cole Speak on North Carolina’s Hip Hop Scene (Video)
January 27, 2012
9th Wonder & J. Cole, both natives of North Carolina, appeared on the University of North Carolina’s public access television channel UNCTV to speak on their careers & the hip hop scene in the Tarheel state. North Carolina emcees Phonte & King Mez also make brief appearances in the clip as well….
Posted in Cover Story, Hip-Hop, Producers, Videos | Tags: 9th Wonder, J. Cole, North Carolina, North Carolina Hip Hop, Phonte, UNCTV | No Comments »
DJ Jazzy Jeff gets detailed on ‘Where It All Began’ (Video)
January 26, 2012
“DJ Jazzy Jeff is a hip-hop icon. You know the stats: one of the illest DJs EVER, winner of the first ever rap Grammy, superstar producer and one half of the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. But, do you know the path that led him to become one of hip-hop’s pioneers? Here’s an interview where he breaks down his journey to hip-hop through music. This is Where It All Began for DJ Jazzy Jeff.” – AFORHTV
Posted in Hip-Hop, History, Producers, Videos | Tags: DJ, DJ Culture, DJs, Jazzy Jeff, Where It All Began | No Comments »
New Remix: Camp Lo – “Luchini” (Tall Black Guy Remix)
January 24, 2012
Producer Tall Black Guy has been consistency putting out dope ass remixes & original pieces of R&B, Soul, & Hip Hop that is rapidly fueling his global fanbase. His stock is constantly rising everyday with the quality of his production work. If you’re an artist looking for an ill producer on the rise then you better holla at Tall Black Guy before everyone else starts hopping on the bandwagon. This brotha’s work doesn’t disappoint. Check out his new remix to the Camp Lo classic “Luchini” & I dare you to tell me that this joint isn’t fiyah! Can’t wait to bang this out on my radio show Saturday…
Posted in Hip-Hop, News, Producers | Tags: Camp Lo, Luchini, Producer, Producers, Remix, TALL BLACK GUY | 2 Comments »
Tall Black Guy – “Up In The Sky” (Too High ReEdit)
January 24, 2012
One of the dopest producers on the rise Tall Black Guy does it again….Wooooooo! This jawn is niiiiiiice! Check what he had to say about this smoothed out Stevie Wonder flipped banger below….
“Stevie Wonder’s ‘Too High’ joint is so sick to me. I really haven’t heard anybody outside of Madlib flip it for the Alkaholiks – ‘All Night’ joint, which was sick! I’ve always wanted to sample it and turn it into something else funky, so I took a few days on tryin different ideas to make a whole new melody out of Stevie playing the Fender Rhodes. Here’s my re-edit of Stevie Wonders ‘Too High’ off the Innervisions album. Hope You Enjoy!” – Tall Black Guy
DJ Jazzy Jeff x Señor Kaos – “Peter Piper” (Jam Master Jay Tribute)
January 23, 2012
Just a few days ago on January 21st we would have celebrated the 47th birthday of the legendary Jam Master Jay of Run DMC. Unfortunately the world is unable to celebrate his contributions to hip hop & DJ culture with him in the physical form due to his untimely death, but that doesn’t stop many people like DJ Jazzy Jeff & Señor Kaos from honoring him with this tribute track that I believe was first premiered on DJ Mick Boogie’s Run DMC tribute mixtape.
DJ JAZZY JEFF x SENOR KAOS – PETER PIPER (JAM MASTER JAY TRIBUTE)
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music, Producers | Tags: DJ, DJ Culture, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jam Master Jay, JMJ, Mick Boogie, Peter Piper, Run Dmc, Senor Kaos, Tribute | No Comments »
Rza Speaks on Having Over 500 Beats in Stock (Video)
January 18, 2012
In a recent interview Rza speaks on a possible collaborative LP with Method Man, the struggles of being a movie director with his upcoming film “Man with the Iron Fist”,having over 500 free beats (yes FREE) for artist to come through his lab and collect. He also explains why he does not sell music anymore just to get a check. Bong Bong!!
-Isreali
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Robert Glasper Experiment EPK (Video)
January 15, 2012
Robert Glasper is set to release his “Black Radio” album that I’m very much looking forward to this February 28th. The album will be an infusion of Blues, Jazz, R&B, Hip Hop, Rock, & a variety of other ingredients that should musically define what “Black Radio” should be. A few of the songs that leaked early featuring Erykah Badu, Musiq Soulchild, Chrisette Michele, & R&B trio King let’s me know that this is shaping up to be a very good project. This EPK of Robert Glasper was shot by our homie Cognito who now resides in Los Angeles….
ROBERT GLASPER EXPERIMENT – AH YEAH FEAT. MUSIQ SOULCHILD & CHRISETTE MICHELE
ROBERT GLASPER – MOVE LOVE FEAT. KING
LISTEN: ROBERT GLASPER EXPERIMENT – AFRO BLUE FEAT. ERYKAH BADU
Posted in Alternative, Cover Story, Hip-Hop, Producers, R&B, Videos | Tags: Ah Yeah, Black Radio, Cognito, Erykah Badu, KING, More Love, Move Love, Musiq Soulchild, Robert Glasper, Robert Glasper Experiment, Soul | 3 Comments »
Marley Marl Responds To MC Shan’s Allegations Of Beat Stealing (Video)
January 15, 2012
The internet moves fast as hell these days. We just posted an interview with the legendary MC Shan who made some accusations against the legendary Marley Marl & it didn’t take time for Marley to respond. In case you missed what’s going on make sure you watch the MC Shan video first then come back to this one.
WATCH: MC SHAN ACCUSES MARLEY MARL OF TAKING CREDIT FOR BEATS HE ALLEGEDLY DIDN’T PRODUCED
Posted in Cover Story, Hip-Hop, History, News, Producers, Videos | Tags: ALLEGATIONS OF BEAT STEALING, BEEF, MARLEY MARL, MC Shan | 2 Comments »
LL Cool J promotes “Boomdizzle” Virtual Studio at CES 2012 (Video)
January 12, 2012
While Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, & Ludacris are promoting headphones, LL Cool J decided to get involved with audio technology by promoting his new virtual studio called “Boomdizzle” at the Consumer Electronics Show 2012. Check out video of the other kid from Queens, 50 Cent, below promoting his headphones down at CES 2012 in Vegas under the hood…
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Technology: Introducing MPC “Renaissance” (Video)
January 7, 2012
Here is a new video introducing Akai’s latest MPC (Music Production Controller),the “Renaissance”, that is sure to have producers, beat makers, heat makers, and MPC enthusiasts salivating waiting for this product to hit the market. The Renaissance is to have all the functions of every MPC Akai has created, but with the classic MPC sound (boom bap heads know what I am talking about).Not sure when the Renaissance is going to be released for consumers, but Akai has vowed to change the game with this product.Stay tuned….
-Ismatic
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Lee Bannon – ‘Gnarlon Brando’s Midnight Noir’ (Instrumental)
January 2, 2012
Lee Bannon released one of my favorite instrumental projects last year. He is almost criminally slept on as a producer. Check out this project he dropped to start the year off right.
DOWNLOAD: LEE BANNON – GNARLON BRANDO’S MIDNIGHT NOIR
– Haze
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music, Producers | Tags: GNARLON BRANDO'S MIDNIGHT NOIR, Lee Bannon | 1 Comment »
J Rell – The Leftovers 2011 (Instrumental)
January 2, 2012
Chi-Town’s own J Rell is back with another batch of his leftover beats from the last year. Dope tape and a good way to start the new year.
DJ Premier x DJ Mark The 45 King: Making The Beat (Video)
December 30, 2011
Two of hip hop’s most legendary producers, DJ Premier & Mark The 45 King, have a pow-wow of sorts on production techniques, hip hop history, life, the passing of Heavy D & more on Mark The 45 King’s online show “Making The Beat”. More video under the hood….
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Nesby Phips – ‘Jetstrumentals’ (Instrumentals)â€
December 21, 2011
Jetstrumentals is the first time any Jet Life beats have been available to the masses. Nesby Phips teamed up with fellow JetLife producers Monsta Beatz and Big Chop to drop the first installment of the Jetstrumental series. Fans of the Jetlife movement should find this handy for the highway freestyle sessions.
Here’s the link to purchase the tape:
www.NesbyPhips.com
Eric G – ‘Stars & Lights’ (Instrumentals)
December 21, 2011
Eric G of 9th Wonder’s in house production team The Soul Council is a very dope and slept on producer. Quietly he is working with a lot of rising talents out there. He has a wide range of styles. This is his first beattape release since joining The Soul Council.
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music, Producers | Tags: 9th Wonder, ERIC G, INSTRUMENTALS, Stars & Lights, The Soul Council | No Comments »
