What does one get when you mix emcee Pyinfamous and producer 9th Wonder? 10th Wonder, that’s what. Check out 10 tracks of bars upon bars spit over some soulful production as Mississippi meets North Carolina in the most brilliant way.
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With the release of Book of Savvy 2 slated to drop later this month and rumors of The Bottom Line being completed, Savvy (Crown Me Entertainment) drops a loosie that he recorded for the Nat Turner Soundtrack. “Revolt” features a fiery call to arms from the Jacktown emcee in the form of a singular verse bookended by an iconic Malcolm X speech over bass heavy production by Mack XI. Get familiar with the name Savvy, if you aren’t already, this is gearing up to be his summer.
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Bloggy Bonilla and Silent G host the inaugural episode of “Comprehensive Beatdown,” a podcast to shine light on new music. In this week’s episode, the guys break down “B4.DA.$$” from Joey Bada$$. A track from the new Aphex Twin EP is discussed as well as “Blacker the Berry,” Kendrick Lamar’s most recent single release. “Comprehensive Beatdown” introduces its segment entitled “Shitty Songs From our Friends,” where a horrible song is selected by a local Jackson artist, musician, or business owner, and submitted to the podcast for review. DJ Young Venom submitted something called “Honey Dip” and the guys listen to it for the first time on the podcast. The episode is wrapped up with a look at a song from Jackson hip hop artist Dolla Black. Thanks for tuning in.
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As Black Milk prepares to bring the world If There’s A Hell Below, the coldest emcee PyInfamous grabs some Synth Or Soul and announces his return from a short hiatus. On “WANW” Py brings us two minutes of straight lyrical snapping. #Jackals
If you are not up on PyInfamous, then simply click here and check out his resume, it’s quite stellar.
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Satchel Page and Skipp Coon are back at it again and they have brought along DJ Jonasty with them yet again. Husbands, Artists, and Fathers radio is a honest critique of the cultural going-ons from two men who share those titles, amongst others. Peep game, you might learn something.
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Today marks the day of Assata Shakur’s birth. I probably should not have to explain who she is. In honor of the occasion Skipp Coon drops a gem called “Assata Taught Me (Pg 181)”. You’re going to need to listen a few times if you plan on catching everything. Taking the role of educator, regulator, and orator seriously Skipp delivers soul splitting bars to enlighten and expose. Looking forward to the new project from Skipp Coon #MilesGarvey. This is but a taste of the movement. The movement has a name. The movement has a speaker. The movement has an aim. There are those who will no longer sit idly by as nothing is done to combat injustice. There are those who are fearless and unapologetic in their beliefs. Those are the people who’s time is at hand. The track ends with wise words from Assata, I recommend you take notes.
“I talk to God on the regular/In retro Jordans, a pistol, and a cellular”
“The weak go along, and the strong go crazy”
– BARS!!!!!
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There is a world that I want to live in, and that world is painted by two verbal artistes. Their names? Skipp Coon and Satchel Page. Their occupations? To make you think. Their tools? Impeccable timing, superior brainwaves, and unmatched wit. Their location? The People’s Republic of Jafrica.
It is said that there will be those who will lead the people from darkness into the light. I believe two of those leaders to be Satchel Page and Skipp Coon. Fortunately I can show you better than I can tell you, so listen up to this weeks episode of the aptly titled Husbands, Artists, and Fathers Podcast or as it is more commonly known, WHAF Radio. Musical backdrop provided by one of the Republic’s most respected and authentic disc jockeys, DJ JoNasty. Deuces.
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This Friday night,June 20th, in the year 2014, Jackson will be in for a treat as the third installment of native musician, 5th Child’s event The Basement. The Hip-Hop showcase live performances from emcees Kamikaze, Skipp Coon, and Dolla Black; producers Ace Of Spades, Donche, and Loki; as well DJ sets from Sean Mac, DJ Ron, and DJ Young Venom. On top of all that talent there will also be local graffiti artists on scene painting the building, YES painting the building.
The spot is The Corner located at 303 North Farish St. in Jackson, MS. The show starts promptly at 10pm and is over when it’s over. It is a 21 and over event so make sure you bring your identification. Tickets are $10, which is basically $1 per performer. That’s a crazy ratio, you would be foolish not to show up. It is fitting that the show is happening in Jackson’s historic Farish District, a place which was once the music hub in the capital city. The building Trumpet Records was housed in is located right next door to The Corner venue. Trumpet was the early home to Sonny Boy Williamson, Little Milton, Elmore James, and a host of other influential musicians.
If you had the opportunity to attend one of the previous Basement installments then you already know that you are in for a treat. If you have not had the chance to make it to one of the other events, then check some of the video links below for an idea of the awesomeness that goes on. This is vital for the Hip-Hop community in the city of Jackson as well as the state of Mississippi. The unity shown by the fans and the artists prove that the people want the movement. This weekend is stacked full of things to do as Friday night we will have The Basement, Saturday will be the second New Jacks Show (another 5th Child creation), and Sunday will be SippHop’s Super Showcase 12 open mic and beat battle. It is nice to see people gathering and enjoying the events. Supporting the artists and contributing the grass root movement happening in Mississippi, the birthplace of America’s music.
I do not make a lot of assurances in life, but I guarantee that if you make it out to The Basement Vol 3 on June 20th you will enjoy yourself. Come and get your fix of all things Hip-Hop related.
Check out links and music and videos after the jump
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You would be hard pressed to find another state in the republic that is as musically sound as Mississippi. The birthplace of America’s music has produced some undeniable talent. The city of Jackson alone is home to more than a few capable emcees. Per capita I would put the Jack against any other city in the category, the only challenge would probably come from Detroit. Which is another debate all together.
Enter Silas, an up and coming rapper/trumpeter from the Fondren area of Jackson, and no that is not a typo, I said trumpeter. Rap Revolt is Silas’ introduction to a lot of people, and it is a hellova first impression. He runs the gambit when it comes to styles. He tackles every type of sound you could imagine to hear and he does it with style and grace. He effortlessly bounces between tracks, flowing fluidly over tracks pieced together masterfully. If this is his rapping resume, then he’s getting the job. He breaks down a lot on “For The Fans”, explaining what separates Jackson from cities like Detroit, San Francisco, Philly, and New York and why the city does not get the shine it should in the rap game. Then on tracks like “Warm Up Mix” featuring Core DJ Jonasty Silas firmly places his Hip-Hop flag on the steps of the Capital and dares rappers to step up. “Red Velvet Cake” is his stab at the often used “Pound Cake” beat, showing that he can spit over hit tracks just as well as the originals. Then he jumps on Biggie’s “Everday Struggle” and “Shook Ones II” by Mobb Deep, showing his understanding of rap history. Like I said this is one heck of a resume. You do not have to listen to me though, download it for free below and listen for yourself.
Then come back and tell me I was right, cause I am. Peace
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Silas markets himself as the hip-hop trumpeter and hails from Jackson, MS. He has also thrown his hat into the ring as “The best in the Jack”. A brave statement indeed, but hip-hop was built partially by egotistical emcees. Silas will be dropping his project Rap Revolt on June 10th. I do not have a lot of information on him at the moment, but I certainly will by the time the album drops. Be sure to check back for more information.
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