Videos
Sports: Watch Josh Neuman ‘Race Against the Storm’ (Video)
And by sports, I mean EXTREME skateboarding! Now, I try never to say ‘never’… but to this, it’s gonna be a loud “hellyell naaaw” from me!!
This Josh Neuman skateboard run down the mountain, in the face of a coming storm (and some traffic), is like laughing in the face of DEATH! But it is hella exhilarating. I admit it.
Great camera work, too. CRAZY!
– @ojones1
4-IZE – “Verse 169†(Prod. By GodBlessBeatz) [Video]
Ultra Beast is in the house like an introvert.
Hells yeah! Nerd rap! I love it. Good reminder in here about that banging 4-IZE & Señor Kaos album – Ultra Beast: “United” – being out on all streaming platforms and on www.UltraBeastUnited.com #DOPE
EARLIER POST: ULTRA BEAST (4IZE X SENOR KAOS) – UNITED (ALBUM)
– @ojones1
Talib Kweli & Rapsody Chat About Her Influences And Relationships, Rap And Otherwise, At The “People’s Party” (Video)
You taught me the power of the microphone.
Very nice!
Nowadays, Rapsody is now a force on her own. Top-tier lyricist and artist, for certain. But it would be quite okay to judge her based on the company she keeps… because that is some POWERFUL company. Good get for the ‘cast, Kweli. I’m leaning in and listening!
In this episode of People’s Party, Talib Kweli and Jasmin Leigh sit down with rapper and writer Rapsody. This introspective interview highlights the huge contribution this talented lyricist has made in bringing the B-Girl back to the forefront of the culture. They discuss her growing up in the tiny town of Snowhill, NC; she speaks on being largely inspired to rap from growing up listening to MC Lyte and Lauryn Hill; and she shares the profound life advice she received from Ms. Hill. Rapsody also defines why being pro-Black doesn’t translate to being anti-White.
Later Rapsody reflects on her close friendships with Mac Miller and Nipsey Hussle, and the enormous loss the Hip-Hop community felt with their passing. She speaks on her regular collaborations with 9th Wonder and his Soul Council beat crew, then details every member’s signature style. She also digs into the guidance (and playful moments) she’s shared with Jay Z, and her friendships with Kendrick Lamar, DaBaby, and J.I.D.. Rapsody explains how the concept for the “Eve” album came about and responds to the notion that female fans only want to hear “songs for the ladies.” She also has wise words for the women in the game about being themselves regardless of any criticism they receive about their appearance or content.
– UPROXX Video
– @ojones1
Comedy: Crank Lucas – “My Girl Wanna Rap” feat. Quianaree (Video)
I’m the only rapper you f**k!
Uh oh. Quianaree done touched a nerve with the word (barz, haha)! She is fine AF, but Crank Lucas in the building… And rapping nasty like she is, Quianaree just might have LEAVE the building.
Well, Quianaree, if you’re gonna go record with someone else, come see me at BoneBreaker Studios, sexy. We can lay… some uh… some tracks. Yes, of course, of coooourrrrse *wink*
YelloPain – “My Vote Don’t Count” (Prod. By Sauce W8ed Down) [Video]
He was saying, ‘Yes We Can’
and everybody got less food stamps.
When I turned 21, I was still broke
and I’ll never vote again!
Ouch!
But keep listening. Get this pain… This work (and get ready to get to work)!
Then, the swerve! Get this KNOWLEDGE… It is POWER! Yeah!
Put some #Respek on the name YellowPain for this and everything he’s trying to do to reach and teach!
(And it’s Primary Election season… So, VOTE DAMMIT!)
SHOP: SUPPORT YELLOWPAIN (WEBSITE)
– @ojones1
Da Outfit – “GMX” feat. Squeeze Dinero x Starang Wondah x Raw (Video)
So. What you’re telling me is they’re doing drill rap over there with Duck Down and Boot Camp? Say word? Say lots of words? As in bars? Okay, fellas. I’m listening…
New music from Da Outfit, featuring Starang Wondah.
– Duck Down Music
– @ojones1
DSharp x Ezinma – “The Box” (Violin Version) [Video]
Something about adding some violin to a banging azz Hip-Hop track makes it that more of a banger, right? Yup! Like this what DSharp & Ezinma (sexy, WOW!) did with the booming Roddy Ricch jawn right here. Such FLAVOR!
Don’t you love when worlds collide in a beautiful way?! I had the pleasure of linking with the #ClassicalBae herself, Ezinma and we put together this little dual violin cover of Roddy Ricch – The Box!
Check ittt
Subscribe to Ezinma!
– IAmDSharp
– @ojones1
Mustard – “Ballin'” feat. Roddy Ricch (Video)
So DOPE!
Sure, for the banging beat and Ricch harmonizing rhyming, but also for the many little things… RIP NIP in there… the kids playing with the dope toy cars and some real ones roll up in a real one (“Ballin'” defined: Roddy and Mustard sliding by in a big boy toy, causing the li’l ones to smile and ‘ooh’ with joy). And the kids were toasting with Nehi sodas (“Ballin'”)!
AND they had sexy azz Jenny Babas in there like it was nothing… So they must be “Ballin'” with a “Perfect Ten” like that in the video!!
‘Perfect Ten’ out now.
– Mustard
– @ojones1
R&B/Soul: Nicole Bus – “Rain” (Video)
Apropos that we had John Forte on here a bit ago. This Nicole Bus makes me think of his song “P.B.E.” (Powerful Beautiful Excellent). Because she is! Just watch this “Rain” video, and see why she is set to reign over there with Roc Nation. It’s a good look for her and the label. Peep.
Nicole’s album “Kairos” is out now!
– @ojones1
If Jessica Rabbit Was Real, She Would Wish She Was As Gorgeous As Persephanii (Video)
The way Pesephanii titles the video, she is propping the photog in the most major way. HowEVER… do you SEE this beautiful specimen of womanhood in that red satin dress?????! Hugging ALL that BODY like I know you want to. Like I know I want to. Have MERCY!!
MORE PERSEPHANII ON INSTAGRAMÂ |Â ON JAYFORCE.COM
– @ojones1
One Vibe Africa Presents: Year Of Return (Trailer)
From the U.S. back to Kenya. Yes indeed.
You KNOW we are about travel abroad (e.g. from The States to overseas destinations). But this one hits home. As in Mother Africa, being home to ALL humanity and civilization. And this… this is epic. Of course, you know plenty of Sisters and Brothers who have declared that ‘one day’ they are going to make that pilgrimage back Home. Making it a big deal; maybe ‘too big’ a deal. But what if that ‘pilgrimage’ was less of a ‘trip’ to take. Like, let’s just say the family, the homies, the homegirls… are going to make it to an awesome event… and take in some of The Motherland while over that way. We could do that, right? We already do it for other festivals.
And like those other festivals, maybe we make it a yearly thing; or trips more often if we find things over there that draw us back.
Moving Madaraka Festival from Seattle back to Kenya signified the importance of not only arranging for individuals to travel back to Africa as it was with the case of Ghana’s year of return initiative, but getting significant events back to Africa and keeping them in Africa as a way to build a sustainable bridge allowing people of all backgrounds to travel to Africa to enjoy a festival of a lifetime, immerse themselves in the African culture, and inspire global change and collaboration towards mitigating climate change, which does not only threaten the climate but is an existential threat to our music, culture, and livelihood.
– One Vibe TV
Dope music and culture do it again. Let’s get together; for the community and the cause. It’s a Vibe. One Vibe Africa! Matter of fact, why not show love and SUPPORT right now: Cop the EP (linked below) #ForTheYouth #ForKisumu #ForKenya #ForOurWorld
Hit the jump for more on that. The fam Mazzi really blessed with the knowledge on this one. Knowledge and blessing right to mobile #Mobilize
S.O.U.L. PURPOSE AND ONE VIBE AFRICA PRESENT: YEAR OF RETURN (EP)
Grafh – “Pray” feat. Conway The Machine (Prod. By DJ Analyze) [Video]
I ain’t water it down ’cause I didn’t know you were stupid.
EVERYTHING abut this is BANGING! The beat, the barz, and baaaybeeee… that model (Jaeden Zoe) in this, from face on down… BANGING! I bet even her toenails are outstanding. Not really a foot fetishist but why not finish fine when you fine as that?!
Grafh links up with Conway The Machine to bring you “Prayâ€. This marks the first official single and music video off of his upcoming album “ORACLE III” – available everywhere music is streamed and sold March 6, 2020! The new 15-track project features Benny The Butcher, Conway The Machine, Hopsin, Crooked I, Bun B, Rittz and Dope Gang Porter.
“Pray” produced by DJ Analyze @djanalyze
– PaperChaserDotCom
This jawn is corona virus sick!! And you already know the full-length is gonna be all the slaps!!
Oh, and Ms. Zoe has got more than a mean walk… She’s got the gift: I mean, she can SING (like, she-be-SANGING sing, check her IG)!
GRAFH – PRAY (PROD. BY DJ ANALYZE) | ORACLE III (PRE-ORDER)
– @ojones1
Ruste Juxx x Big Bob – “Gang” feat. Rockness Monsta (Video)
Now put respect on my name when you mention me!
Crownsville! Got it.
Well, Brownsville’s working on a Royal Flush with this one the Duke of Do-Em-Dirty (Juxx) and the Lord of Leave-Em-Laid-Out (Rock). This is a “Gang” of a whole different stripe.
New from Ruste Juxx, off the ‘Culturally Rich’ album, out now. Stream + download the album here: http://elitesoundinternational.com/shop
Produced by Big Bob.
BIGBOB PRESENTS RUSTE JUXX – CULTURALLY RICH (ALBUM)
– @ojones1
4-IZE – “Verse 168†(Prod. By D.R.U.G.S Beats) [Video]
4-IZE, 4-IZE, 4-IZE came in, when the D.R.U.G.S Beats music hit, and everybody’s faces looked CRAZY! All scrunched up when the beat dropped already; but then Bro4 started SNAPPING on it… Woooo! It got FRESH CHITLIN’ FUNKY in that car ASAP! Please believe. Better yet, please watch!
– @ojones1
Jada Pinkett Smith Invites Snoop Dogg To The Red Table… To Heal (Video)
What about when I wanna cry? What about when I wanna hurt?
This is gonna be ANOTHER epic Red Table Talk.
Oh, that’s right. Tupac is the link between Jada and Snoop (watch, cover that right away). Low-key, well not really since I am typing my thoughts here, this is pretty brave of The DoggFather to come on the show known for getting them Oprah tears out of guests… Speaking of Oprah… Jada, Gammy, and Willow WILL be getting Snoop to go in on what he said about O’s BFF Gayle King. So, lean in!
– @ojones1
3D Na’Tee | The Box T.Mix | Monday Morning Exercise #035 (Video)
Stay with the tools like I stay at Home Depot…
Okay, Na’Tee. Back strong!!
And yes, of course, we are gonna download The Official 3D Na’Tee App (at 3DNATEE.com/STORE). And thank you… for keeping it BOSS with the business and BARZ… and BANGING (over the beat, and that BODY… YEEZUS WEST)!
Every week I choose a track to remix that you all suggest in my Youtube comments and if I choose a track that you suggested, I’ll shout you out in the video! This week’s T.Mix is to RODDY RICCH’s The Box. Be sure to visit http://3DNATEE.com/VIDEOS to check out past T.Mixes 😉
Also, be sure to grab my album, The Regime, which features collaborations with Jhene Aiko, fellow New Orleans Native August Alsina and more and my latest project, The Songs That Didn’t Make The Tape from your favorite streaming service or grab a signed copy from my official merchandise store 3DNATEE.com/STORE. Hope you enjoyed this week’s Morning Exercise and you have a suggestion for next week, let me know! See you next Monday!
– @ojones1
RZA (Of Wu-Tang Clan) Directs “Cut Throat City” [Trailer]
Well, go ‘head then. We see you RZA! Looks like RZA sat down in the chair marked ‘Director’ and got out his bullhorn and went to work helming a nice piece of compelling cinema. Here’s the latest trailer for that.
From director RZA and writer P.G. Cuschieri. Starring Ethan Hawke, T.I., Wesley Snipes, Terrence Howard, Eiza González, Kat Graham, Shameik Moore, Demetrius Shipp Jr., Denzel Whitaker, Keean Johnson, Isaiah Washington. “Cut Throat City” – In Theaters April 10, 2020
– Wu-Tang Clan
You know… April 10, 2020 is not that far away. Betting that this flick will be worth the wait. Besides, we’ve been waiting for nearly two years (given the other trailer for this film was posted on here back in 2018). We can wait a bit longer.
EARLIER POST: CUT THROAT CITY (2018 TRAILER)
– @ojones1
Royce Da 5’9 | The L.A. Leakers | Freestyle #100 (Video)
It’ll take me nothing to put your life on the Dollar Menu, like Egg McMuffin.
Doing anything 100 times is work. One hundred episodes of any show is a big deal for any series. The L.A. Leakers series notwithstanding; and they figured out how to make this even more special… bigger… by bring in someone to bring in the BARZ and keep it 100 on episode 100. So here we go.. Royce Da 5’9!
– @ojones1
Loaded Lux Presents: Topshelf Freestyle (Finale) [Video]
This is a big deal.
Loaded Lux is right. Not just because it’s for 5 bands. 5 racks. 5 stacks (big prize money). Not just because, this time, the Hot 97 Morning Show is also judging. Not just because the station is giving one of the voters a thousand dollars… nah, not because of just any of that… Because of ALL of that!
This is the Final Four! Chayna Ashley, Elz Money Muzik, She Real, Pressure225… all to bring the HEALTHIEST BARZ ever! To nourish us! To make Hip-Hop HEALTHY again!!
Congrats to our Grand Prize Winner Chayna Ashley for Season 1 of Top Shelf Freestyle.
After a national call-out for free-stylists to drop and post their tightest “24 bars” last year, host and freestyle extraordinaire – Loaded Lux selected 16 emcees to be featured in our 4-part video series to compete for the “top crown” on Hot 97 Youtube and HOT97.com.
Your VOTE helped determine the grand prize winner for Season 1.
– HOT 97
– @ojones1