Rick Rubin At Work With The Clipse

The Columbia Records executive and super-producer goes in the lab with his flagship rap duo.

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No Savior

:: With tons of buzz revolving around their film trailer for The Ballot Or The Bullet, A-Alikes respond with the release of the music video to their lead single, “No Savior.” The song aims to captivate true revolutionaries and activists through self-empowerment against any oppressive forces. The single is off their The Ballot Or The Bullet Soundtrack, scheduled for January 20th release on Guerilla Nation/ Content Chunk. No date has been announced for the release of the film, but will correlate with a nation-wide film screening tour. Read more on myspace.com/aalikes ::

Watch the music video here-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpcvpQ1GOYo

Download the single here-
http://www.publicwizardinc.com/audio/aalikes_nosavior_clean.mp3

Thirstin Howl The 3rd

:: The original polo-rican Thirstin Howl The 3rd has been hard at work on a variety of projects and endless list of songs. HipHopGame.com just released his latest single, “I’m Living,” with his flawless choppy rhyme-flow over a bright jazzy banging beat. This track is just a sample of what’s to come in the new year. He’s collaborated with film producer Jokes in creating a recent DVD, The Polo Rican Movie, and several music videos. On January 1st, Thirstin will release a surprise music video and follow-up music videos once a month thereafter. Learn more about his incredible music career and future plans at myspace.com/thirstinhowlthe3rd ::

Listen to the single here-
http://www.hiphopgame.com/player.php?id=7077

Download the song here-
http://www.publicwizardinc.com/audio/thirstinhowlthe3rd_imliving_dirty.mp3


Lyricist, Producer, Director and Fashion Historian are just a few titles to describe THIRSTIN HOWL THE 3RD, the HipHop legend. A multi-media do it all, THIRSTIN HOWL THE 3RD is the most complete package of an artist. Capable of adapting with any generation without sacrificing originality. Ten years already holding down the underground crown THIRSTIN HOWL THE 3RD has independently released a catalogue of albums and DVD’s and toured the world. Through his own imprint SKILLIONAIRE ENTERPRISES he has established a global fan base and (Ralph Lauren) POLO cult following bringing him mainstream recognition In both the English and Spanish markets.

“Boriqua, Gold medalist, Street Athlete, Goya’s gonna wanna name beans after me.”

Armed with a sharp tongue and unpredictable topics, THIRSTIN HOWL THE 3RD a Puerto Rican who earned his stripes in BROWNSVILLE, BROOKLYN. 50 deep by himself, with street credibility, jail discipline and corporate intellect done humorously. THIRSTIN HOWL THE 3RD has been the true example of INDEPENDENT HIP HOP music, film and lifestyle. Earning the Sept. ’97 “Unsigned Hype” spot in the Source Magazine, as well as partnering with EMINEM for the Rap Olympics that same year. He went from writer and cast member of MTV’S LYRICIST LOUNGE SHOW (2000) to Producing and writing his own cooking show “JAIL RECIPES” in 2007. Unlimited imagination and Bilingual creativity, THIRSTIN HOWL THE 3RD is considered one of the greatest punch line rappers ever heard!

With the production team called ANGER BANGERS consisting of E-BOOGIE, RONNY RAY-GUN AND THIRSTIN HOWL THE 3RD. They are responsible for the hits throughout the entire SKILLIONAIRE catalogue. Not to mention numerous of other well know artist in English and Spanish.

A thirsty-fiend for hip hop beginning with graffiti and break dancing in the early 80’s. THIRSTIN is someone who studied every element of this culture to the fullest. Hip-hop’s generation he has lived through every era of it. Even from the fashion standpoint. THIRSTIN HOWL THE 3RD aka BIG VIC LO is one of the original founders and the originator of the name LO-LIFES. (NYC boosters who dominated Ralph Lauren’s POLO as a fashion and lifestyle by any means in the 1980’s , 1990’s, 2000, forever!). The stories were featured in Source Magazine’s series through Sept, Oct., and Nov. 2000, titled LOVE & LOYALTY. The LOLIFE stories began to surface in Stress Magazine’s, The LOLIFE Story (feb. 1998 issue), The LOLIFE Story, part II (Jan. 1999 issue), and have appeared in countless other publications from TRACE to XXL. Soon to be followed by THE LO-LIFES BOOK SERIES, MOVIE and DOCUMENTARY. Evidence of what led to a world wide influence in hip-hop’s fashion and culture.

“I know the streets and the struggle, When it rains money I might let you sip some puddles”

More Info

Http://www.myspace.com/thirstinhowlthe3rd

Http://www.thirstinhowlthe3rd.com

Basic Vocab readies new releases

::Basic Vocab is more than prepared to captivate audiences once again with their upcoming maxi-single, which features three new joints in anticipation to their follow-up EP. BV just released a maxi-single sampler, reflecting the full spectrum of their nostalgic soundscapes paired with substantial lyrics: from the melodic beauties behind romance on the lead track, “There You Are” featuring Donwill of Tanya Morgan, to the painstaking reality behind politics on “When The Bombs Fall,” all while expressing their soulful swagger and style. The maxi-single ends with an appropriate high-energy party banger, “Come Get With It (Remix),” (original version recently featured on HBO’s Entourage). The single, “There You Are” will be released on December 23rd on iTunes and all major digital retail outlets. Learn more on myspace.com/basicvocab ::

Listen to the maxi-single here-
Stream- http://publicwizard.podomatic.com/entry/2008-12-15T14_23_00-08_00
Download- http://publicwizard.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-12-15T14_23_00-08_00.mp3

Hip Hop & Freemasonry: The New Age & Military Agenda

This video examines the various agendas that are CURRENTLY being pushed through Hip Hop and the direction they are moving us in.

This work is a mixture of conversations from Alan Watt, Tupac Shakur & "Gwapo's" weekly Radio Show:

Chamillionaire - Mixtape Messiah 5' [Free Download]

Download -> Chamillionaire’s Mixtape Messiah 5 Consider it my early Thanksgiving gift to you. Cham’s new album, Venom, is scheduled for early 2009 (which could mean anywhere from January to July). In case you missed it the first time, here’s his lead single, Creepin’ (Solo) featuring Ludacris.

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Q-Tip - Renaissance Rap Music Video

“So here we go now, it’s the midnight marauder on your scene…”I woke up mouthing off the lyrics to “Gettin’ Up” with the gaze of a zombie kid. Now “Renaissance Rap” is stuck in my head for the rest of the day, thanks to this video. Damn, I miss Tribe.[Props to the indomitable Rik Cordero]

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Jim Jones, Ron Browz, Juelz Santana - Pop Champagne

As one rapper friend of mine keenly observed in a phone conversation the other day, the reason many of these Auto-Tuned songs sound terrible is because you need to possess a certain level of vocal talent in order to effectively utilize Auto-Tune (Think Cher). It was originally designed to enhance, rather than mask, poor singing [...]

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VIDEO: Stax Brix - Stepping Stone

Stax Brix could just be another hustler from the heartbeat but the Rapper/ Street Poet has risen above expectations. The self made artist started his own label Dirty Pockets Productions to push his brothers (Balla P) music. When Balla P was incarcerated for armed robbery and sentenced to ten flat he had to adjust his plans. He decided to move from behind the scenes and fill the void in front of the mic himself. Overcoming and adapting to unexpected hardships has become a skill and part of his survival. Never wanting to be in the spotlight himself Stax spends the majority of his time helping artist & political causes through his promotion company. Stax tries to bridge the gap between current events and the powers that be. A near impossible mission in today's politically correct culture and mindless bubble gum rap. Part of Stax Brix rise is due to his emphasis on new media and creating his own buzz. A skilled promoter who argues like a politician. The right mindset and a new approach has Stax starting the year with several opportunities.

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Artist Spotlight - Illa J

Illa J is J Dilla’s younger brother. The 21-year old is working relentlessly to keep the Yancey flag flying, even though the mantle seem to be firmly grasped in Black Milk’s palm. And did I mention that he’s nice on the mic? Yup, good music flows in the family. His debut album, Yancey Boys, arrives [...]

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Jay-Z, Diddy, & Mary J Blige Write Letter to You

Big wigs, Jay-Z, Diddy, Mary J. Blige and Kevin Liles have written an open letter to you, yes you.It aint over, until its over. There is still so much work to be done. The thrill of victory is just 1 week away. We hear it in the streets, we feel it in our hearts and [...]

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Little Brother Update

By Konsept (10/16/2008):
"Little Brother will be releasing the Drama free edition of 'Separate But Equal' on November 4th..."

Visit UGHH.com for the complete story.

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Bun B Praises Too Short, Pays Hip Hop Honor Tribute

On this evening's airing of Vh1's Hip Hop Honors, viewers will see Too Short honored, among Slick Rick, Cypress Hill, De La Soul and Naughty By Nature. Speaking with HYPEREPORT late last week, Bun B spoke about the significance of his longtime musical brother in Hip Hop.

"For a person like Too Short, who has been around since I started listening to rap, to finally get his just due...there's so many others in this industry that don't get our proper respect and our proper appreciation. I don't think there's one emcee who's rapping today who hasn't been able to express his freedom, and express himself and his opinions, that doesn't get that directly from a person like Too Short," Bun said. In 2007, UGK did "Life Is 2009", a song paying tribute to a Too Short classic, and his unique delivery.

Bun went on to defend Short's lyrics and legacy in the mainstream. "People think it's just all about bitches and hoes and shit like that. But anybody who really listens to a Too Short record knows, he's really one of the first people to show you what it's really like living in that Oakland, Bay area. With songs like 'The Ghetto' [click to read] showing you the poverty and what people were going through, you'll see there's more to the man than you thought."

The man who helped make Texas tangible to many listeners added, "When you look at the De La Souls and the Slick Ricks, it's important that you look at the Too Shorts too, because a Too Short in Oakland has just as much significance as a Slick Rick in New York or a Naughty By Nature in New Jersey."

Hip Hop Honors airs tonight at 10pm EST on Vh1. Bun will join a cast of others in paying tribute to Too Short.

New Heat From Faith Rose

The female MC from the northeast has just finished up two singles. Faith Rose dropped Stand Tall and Run Da Town with fellow Dirty Pockets Rappers Stax Brix and Balla P.


FAITH FT BALLA P & STAX BRIX - RUN DA TOWN
hi-fi URL: http://www.soundclick.com/util/getplayer.m3u?id=6836119&q=hi




faith rose - stand tall
hi-fi URL: http://www.soundclick.com/util/getplayer.m3u?id=6836113&q=hi

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The Madden Challenge: Bow Wow vs. The Game

The Madden Challenge: Bow Wow vs. The Game

Because trash talking is an important part of the game. 

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[Source: Hip Hop News from MrMusicWorld.com - Posted by Vidz King]

Grafh ft. Busta Rhymes & Prinz - Like Ohh Video

Grafh ft. Busta Rhymes & Prinz - Like Ohh Video-Hip Hop Videos/ Busta Rhymes

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[Source: Hip Hop News from MrMusicWorld.com - Posted by Vidz King]

50 Cent Tops Forbes Hip Hop Rich List

50 Cent Tops Forbes Hip Hop Rich List

Jay-Z comes in second; Diddy, third.

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[Source: Hip Hop News from MrMusicWorld.com - Posted by Vidz King]

Rage To Perform During Democratic National Convention

Rage Against The Machine will perform for free on August 27 at the Denver Coliseum during the Democratic National Convention, in conjunction with the Iraq Veterans Against the War and Tent State University.

The performance, according to Billboard.com, is part of the Tent State Music Festival to End the War, and also features Flobots, the Coup, State Radio and Wayne Kramer. The event begins at 11:00 AM, and has no age requirements.

Fans can sign up for tickets, which will be given away free by lottery, by presenting a photo ID at Cuernavaca Park at the university's campus starting August 24 through August 26 from 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

Rage is keeping it fair, as the group will also perform on September 3 in Minneapolis - the same week the Republican National Convention takes place. Bassist/guitarist for the group, Tom Morello, has also said he intends to perform with Steve Earle at a union rally in the Twin Cities on September 1 (Labor Day).

Rage Against the Machine, noted for its political subject matter, as well as its incorporation of Hip Hop in its music, reunited at last year's Coachella festival, seven years after the group split. They also headlined last year's wildly successful Rock The Bells tour series.

Mobb Deep Sue Former Manager

Mobb Deep are reported to have filed a lawsuit against their former manager for releasing their recordings without permission.

Gossip website TMZ.com is reporting that Mobb Deep’s Havoc and Prodigy have filed a lawsuit claiming Norman "Purfek Storm" Bell released the two disc album "Infamous Archives" in 2007 without their permission and are seeking over $1 million in unpaid royalties.

The lawsuit also claims Bell, who managed Mobb Deep between May 2004 and November 2007, distributed their tracks on the Mobb Deep The Mix Tape Before 9/11 and Purfek Storm Mix Tape Volumes 1 & 3 mixtapes with intent to profit.

Mobb Deep are claiming Bell has committed copyright infringement, trademark counterfeiting, trademark infringement and trademark dilution.


[Source: Hip Hop News from MrMusicWorld.com - Posted by Vidz King]

Illa J To Release Album Produced By Brother J Dilla

Delicious Vinyl Records, the label that helped late producer J Dilla get his start in the game, will be releasing an album from Dilla's brother Illa J [click to read] . The 21-year-old younger brother of the late producer has relocated to Los Angeles from Detroit after Dilla's death. Since the move, Illa J has used his brothers equipment to create a studio called Yancey Boys Studio. There, using unreleased beats from Dilla, Illa J has crafted an album of his brother's beats and his own signing and rapping.

"From '95 through '98 Jay Dee was my go-to guy for hot beats and remixes. He was always making beats, always. So there was a select amount of tracks that he composed for me during that time, only they never got used. When I finally met Illa J last year, I gave him a CD containing those unreleased beats," said Mike Ross, founder of Delicious Vinyl.

Illa J adds, "Dilla was 12 years older than me. So back in the day in Detroit, I was just a little kid, sitting on the stairs in our house, watching him make those first beats for Slum Village. So I always felt my brother's tracks and had an instinct for what I wanted to do over them."

To Ross, who released classic records from Young MC, Tone-Loc and Masta Ace, the Yancey family is simply musical. "Illa J can write, sing, play and rap. Not just a little bit of each - he's really the complete package! And anyone who loves Jay Dee's music is going to flip out when they hear what his younger brother's been laying down. For over a decade these beats have been waiting in the vault for this moment. It's like Jay Dee made these tracks with an extrasensory purpose, so that Illa J could make this album. There is no question that this is exactly what they were meant for. These beats belong to Illa J, they're his birthright, and I really believe Jay Dee would be proud of what his brother is doing."

The album has yet to be given a title or release date.
[Source: Hip Hop News from MrMusicWorld.com - Posted by Vidz King]