Jamla on Ustream

Check out the Jamla family in the studio via Ustream.  Go to NinthWonderful on Ustream to watch all the videos.  Shoutout to NC!!!!

Rapsody - The Black Mamba

More dopeness from North Carolina.  This one is Rapsody's "The Black Mamba".  This is just good Hip Hop.  SUPPORT GOOD MUSIC!!!!

Jarren Benton "Skitzo"

This joint definitely stands out...The End!!!

Quest - The Empire

CHECK OUT QUEST'S ALBUM!!!!

In today’s rap game few MC’s possess the knowledge, skills, and finesse of hip-hop’s legends of yesteryear. Yet, out of the burrows of New Orleans’ 8th ward arose a lyricist with the phenomenal talent and unmistakable potential to revive the hip-hop game as we know it. Quest began his career in the entertainment industry at the age of five as a local child actor and model. Soon after, he began writing poetry and taking piano lessons. By 15 Quest’s exceptional spoken word performances were gaining admiration and recognition in both New Orleans and its surrounding areas.

He competed in and won numerous local and national poetry competitions; one being the world renowned “Brave New Voices Youth Speaks Spoken Word Competition.” Before graduating high school Quest began producing music and began competing in numerous beat competitions. Most notable is his win at "Soundclash" and selected for a spot in "Red Bull's Big Tune" competition; thus, granting him the opportunity to work with nearly every artist in his city. Today Quest isn’t just a dope MC; he’s a multifaceted artist. An artist, who through hard work and dedication has earned such titles as community activist, poet, spoken word artist, emcee, producer, audio engineer, videographer, and inspiration.

Check him out on Facebook and Reverb Nation also.  SUPPORT REAL TALENT!!!!

Nas - The Don

Musical Conversations

This is a clip from  Béla Fleck's documentary, "Throw Down Your Heart".  Its nothing like getting that GOOD VIBE when working with fellow artists and communicating thru the music.  This video captures that moment.  All they had was a banjo, some crazy box looking device, and some mics but check out the vibe.

MCMF - Patience [prod. by MCMF]

Slaughterhouse Welcome to: OUR HOUSE Ep 5

Backstage Pass: Black Milk Claps&Slaps Tour Ep 1

Black Milk recently finished his US "Claps&Slaps" Tour alongside J. Pinder and ADd+. Flud Watches and director Erick Lee traveled with Black Milk throughout the US to document the tour, capturing live performance footage, and more.

S.Gold - Going Nowhere

Raleigh, North Carolina native S.GOLD just dropped the first official single off of his forthcoming project The Storm called "Going Nowhere" produced by BIG MYKE. The Storm is the highly anticipated follow-up to his much lauded album The Forecast released in late 2010 and is set to drop this summer.

Hip Hop and Shoes

When we think Hip Hop we think music, DJ, MC, graffiti, breakdancing, rapping, and many different elements.  Fashion is one of those elements, so shoes play a huge role in the Hip Hop community.  We haven't really covered that much here at ThaLookout, so stay on tha lookout for more on that.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Mobb Deeps "The Infamous"

Complex did a good piece on this Mobb Deep classic.  READ HERE.

RON SLYDA - Blue Summer

RON SLYDA AKA THE COOL OF THE SOUTH HAS OPENED A LANE AND IS MAKING A NAME FOR HIMSELF IN THE MIAMI MUSIC SCENE WITH OVER 20 PACKED SHOWS AND MORE IN COUNTING UNDER HIS BELT HIS BUZZ IS INCREASING TREMENDOUSLY. HIS MUSIC IS A BREATH OF FRESH AIR COMPARED TO THE UNCHANGING STYLE MUSIC MIAMI HAS BEEN PRODUCING AS OF LATE WITH HIS WITTY WORDPLAY SWAG AND CHARISMATIC FLOW ITS NO WONDER THE INDUSTRY IS CALLING HIM & HIS MOVEMENT THE ROCKETS, OUT OF NO WHERE.


Check him out on FACEBOOK and TWITTER.


Listen to "Blue Summer" below!!!!  Feeling it!!!!


Blue Summer

Devine Carama - Heart of a King

Devine Carama is an indi (conscious) hip hop artist from Lexington, KY.  He has recently worked with Thee Tom Hardy (9th Wonder's Jamla label), Vito Banga of Nappy Roots, 88 Key's signed Nemo Achida, lengendary battle MC Canibus, & underground hip hop group CunningLynguists. Also, recently did a song & video for actress Jackee Harry.  Check him out on FACEBOOK and also listen & Download "Blood of a Slave" for free RIGHT HERE.  His new album "Heart of a King" is available for sale HERE.

SUPPORT SUBSTANCE DRIVEN MUSIC!!!!

New Life feat. Courtney Campbell

Dust & Grooves

Courtesy of The Diggers Union Local 1200.  Read the Whole Article HERE.

45 Hip Hop Blogs That Are Guaranteed To Post Your Music

Do you have dope tracks but have the trouble of getting the attention of blogs?  If YES, then CLICK HERE to read the following article from Praverb.net.

Devine Carama - "The Populist Pulpit" OFFICIAL Music Video

Devine Carama hits us with his "The Populist Pulpit" video to celebrate the FREE release of "Blood of a Slave".  Check it out and lookout for more from this dude.  CLICK on the Cover below to listen/download "Blood of a Slave".  Also listen to "Freedom Song" below. 

Freedom Song

Actual Proof - We Gon' Continya' (prod. by Amp)

Slaughterhouse - Hammer Dance

Big Sho featuring Pat Blinkz - I Miss You

SKELLY PRODUCTIONS

This is the latest video for the song "I Miss You" by San Antonio Rap Artist Big Sho. The song features Pat Blinkz on vocals. The music was produced by 1DonLeo and K. Bowe at Skelly Productions. The video was directed by Bobby Merkle and 1DonLeo and edited by Bobby Merkle. No More Fear (c) 2011 Skelly Productions.

Strong Arm Steady - Members Only EP

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD

TRACKLIST
01. Members West (Intro)
02. So Hard (Prod. by Mars)
03. LOVE (Prod. by Nottz)
04. Join The Gang (feat. Mistah FAB) (Prod. by Sid Roams)
05. Warning Jacket (feat. JellyRoll) (Prod. by DJ Khalil)
06. One Mistake (feat. Washay Choir) (Prod. by Lee Bannon)
07. Got No Gun (feat. Obie Trice) (Prod. by The Art Teacher)

Locksmith "Real Rap" freestyle

Bars Period!!!

Page Kennedy feat Elzhi "Rules of Rap"

Soild jewels in this one and Elzhi is sicker than sick, but Page does come with it!

Kay Flow: Fight Night Breakdown

Despite how many songs an artist may complete, he/she always have particular favs or what most would call their "Baby". This song is of mine because I sat on the idea for years. I've heard other artists in the past do something similar, but... I always had a different perspective in how I would want to have present it. Once Meeko sent me this track, it was a wrap! I wanted to paint a vivid picture of a boxing match symbolizing battle with the music. At the same time to be as creative as possible without dumbimg it down. Due to it's extensive content, I decided to give you a lyrical breakdown. often times reading lyrics helps you understand/enjoy a song even more. I hope this does the trick for those who have never heard or overlooked this special track...


1st verse
Scurry the beat to the corner, vision is blurry
seeing doubles and triples
punchlines in combinations and flurries
excellent breath control that's conditioned to last hand
Unorthodox gift of gab/south paw with the left
followed by right hooks that smash
Pen pad exercise fisting the speed bag
Trying my science of rhyming, breakin ya jaw alignment
Face to the canvas, you crash
Direct chin check spaghetti his legs and make'm wobble slow
Viscious delivery head bobble flow
Instrumentally shifting ya organs with every body blow
Inexhaustable stamina, uppercut your abdominal
Phenomenal specimen, taking your hardest blows like its nothing
and look at me still standing unstoppable
Magical in the ring, my footwork's the smoothest
upper body movement steady bobbing and weaving
He keep swinging at nothing like a ghost
Counter punchlines orderly fashion, landing two for every one that you throw
Close enough to smell ya breath and you still can't hit me
The flow get mo' slippery than wet soap
Lock and load, beautiful blows, protection mode
got'em bouncing on his toes running
kill the confidence in his soul
Punching off of his jabs and closing distance
Catch'em slippin in the corner
Break his defense down with hard spittage
Dope quotes when I force him against the ropes, the outcome is very troublesome
Praying that he's saved by the bell when face swollen like bubble gum

2nd verse
Pummeling emcees, defeat those super egos
forcing every writer to block and crumble him to his knees
Stand strong and maintain balance so I'm prepared
to side step and surprise hooks and counters
Excellent defensive, jabbin beat senseless
Punch bags with paragraphs
Sugar Ray Leonard hand speed with the accurate precision
Parry and deflect any subliminal disses
Pull away, maneuver back in position
using ya chin like it's batting practice when Im swinging for the fences
Long range with the similes
breathe in and out with every punchline thrown
so my lungs don't easily fatigue
Step, drop, cover, and pivot
Keep my knees bent, powerful metaphors finish'em off with body shots to the liver
audience going wild, shout my name glorious
The Ref raise my hand, Second round knockout
Once again, KayFlow is victorious

DJ Jazzy Jeff's Vinyl Collection - Crate Diggers

King I Divine & LD Henriquez - Amber Nights

HIP HOP!!!!

Jeepz - Maschine Art Iller Vol. 3 (Beat Tape)

For all the BEAT TAPE collectors or anyone who loves Hip Hop in general, check out the new one from JEEPZ!  This beat tape is Part 3 in the "Maschine Art Iller" series.  Inspired me to turn on the Maschine.

BOON DOCUMENTED: Do It Live (Episode 3)

Boonie performs the live beat set he was booked for at The Solution Beat Battle and also participates as a guest judge. He then decides to get his first tattoo of one of his favorite albums by an old friend. While visiting Detroit, he makes an unexpected appearance at the radio station, WJLB. DJ Low Key and Brooklyn MC, Che Grand visit the studio.

Make sure to check out: 

- Episode 1

- Episode 2

Anthm - Betty White

 

I'm putting this up once again.  I gave it a thorough listen today and this NEEDS to be downloaded and passed around.  Check out the "Betty White" Track Below

Betty White

Night Time Music - Calm Down

Welcome to Wax Poetics

Welcome to Wax Poetics from Casa de Luz on Vimeo.

JD Era feat. Raekwon - 9th Inning (prod. by 9th Wonder)

Cross Country Diggin': Episode 3

Another diggin' adventure on "The Chase" for ultimate music.  If you haven't seen the other Cross Country Diggin Episodes, Follow the links below.

• Cross Country Diggin: Episode 1(Part 1)
• Cross Country Diggin: Episode 1(Part 2)
• Cross Country Diggin: Episode 1(Part 3)
• Cross Country Diggin: Episode 2

FloydCheung - Keepin

Another one from producer FLOYDCHEUNG.  I'm loving the feel to this one.  Real Night Time!!!!  We need a beat tape or something from this dude.

The Chase

In reading the previous posts from my man Mixtape Meeko, it got me thinking. The trips to guitar center, or the endless digging for music, or just sounds in general. Why do we pursue it, or maybe a better question is why doesn't everyone have the thirst for sonic stimulation in the manner a producer does? It's obvious that the majority of the world loves music, this is evident, so let's separate those who love to hear music from us, who love creating music.

Why is it that you can be listening to a song with a friend and point out certain aspects of the song, and  he or she responds " i can't hear what you are talking about", or " man, you think to deep about it, i just listen". Why is when we are holding a conversation, and a car drives by with music, or a commercial comes on,  instantly one ear bends towards "the sound"? Quick answer, I don't know! But what i do remember is, as a child playing in the living room as my mother cleaned the house, and of course as most of us, the music was on. Now I was not concentrating on the music, just my toys, but years later i can recall aspects of the song to a tee. Your big brother or sister getting ready to go out and party, music playing , and you just hanging around wishing you were old enough to go. Again not really paying attention to the music, but later in life you can find the strings, or the bass-line in the song you only heard for an instant. This i believe is where the chase begins, at least for me.

The endless search for sound, the trips to music stores, the hours in that hot ass record store with no air conditioning. WE are in CONSTANT search, ears up, high alert, security code red, and little sleep at times. Again, the question arises, why? Again i answer I don't know, and really don't care for the answer. All that matters is there are many, many producers in all genres doing the business, working hard, late nights, so when the masses wake up there is something new and exciting to listen to. And as the fellas and ladies blast the music getting ready for a night of hitting the club hard, in the corner, quietly playing, sits the next great beatmaker.

My name is 1DonLeo, producer, beatmaker, chaser of the ultimate music. Will I ever catch it? Shoot I hope not, this shit is too much fun!

One Love.

1st Option (produced by 1DonLeo)

Da Beatminerz's Vinyl Collection - Crate Diggers

Mailing Records (Media Mail)

Have you ever been out of state/country and came across some serious diggin' spots?  The only concern you have is being able to bring the records back with you.  If you drove then all is good.  All you need to do is fill up the trunk.  If you flew, thats another story.  You can fit but so many records in your suitcase (if any).  Well, there is a solution........

MEDIA MAIL is the solution.  95% of you probably already knww this but a while back, I was in that 5% of people who didn't know.  I had boxes of records had 2 packed up ready to ship.  I went to the post office and the boxes were like $40-$50 to send.  After sending those 2, I wasn't feeling those shipping rates.  The next day I take 2 more boxes and the lady asked me what was in them.  When I told her it was vinyl records, she told me I could send them as MEDIA MAIL.  The boxes only costed like $15 to ship!!!! 

I wish I would have known this simple bit of information before sending those first 2 boxes.  So for those who DIDN'T know, USE MEDIA MAIL when mailing records.

Spliff Hemingway - Buddha Heads (prod. Duke Westlake)

 OK!  Really feeling this one. 

ScienZe & King I Divine - Enjoy Tonite (Official Video)

Here is the official video from the Divine ScienZe joint!!  Watch it and share.  Once they reach 20,000 views, the video for Hero will be dropping!!!!  This is a DOPE video by the way.

Divine Scienze Instrumentals (And Beat Video)

Fresh from the lab of King I Divine, are the much anticipated 'Divine Scienze: Instrumentals'. Described as a treat for beat heads and music lovers alike, King I Divine is releasing the full 13 instrumental tracks from the fan-favorite album, 'Divine Scienze'. Available exclusively for ONE month only, download from http://www.kingidivine.com  or http://www.kingidivine.bandcamp.com/album/divine-scienze-instrumentals. Also, check out the new beat video in which King I Divine explains the process of creating the 'HERO' track.

Red Bull Music Academy Lecture: Maseo (of De La Soul)

DUES BEEN PAID - F**k Outta Here

More Great Content To Come!!!!

I'm just getting back from an long trip.  Along the way, I was able to do a lot of diggin, Obtain the necessary gear for a portable studio, and meet up with other GREAT artists.  As of right now I'm getting everything back in the studio.  Lookout for more music and videos!!!!!

MPC 1000 King I Divine "Journey To heaven" (Hip Hop Beat)

Shoutout to King I Divine.  If you haven't checked him out yet, then do so NOW!!!!

BOON DOC: Making a Soulful Funky Beat

Boonie Mayfield a/k/a Boon Doc produces a funky and soulful beat with Logic Pro and his Rhodes piano.

Slaughterhouse Tour Episode. 4

ANTHM - Can I Live

Anthm brings us the "Can I Live" video from the "When We Were Kings" mixtape.

Anthm - When We Were Kings (Mixtape)

 

PLEASE CHECK THIS OUT!!!!  S/O to Jeepz for sending this my way.

DOWNLOAD HERE

Living in Guitar Center

Guitar Center is like a second home to a lot of us.  Its a place that has an abundance of gear for producers, musicians, DJ's............etc!!!!  You have professionals that can answer any questions you have (Well, sometimes.  I have had experiences where the Guitar Center rep didn't know what they were talking about).  Getting hands on experience with the equipment is the best part about it.  The bad part about Guitar Center is LEAVING. 

THERE ARE 2 WAYS WE USUALLY LEAVE GUITAR CENTER:

- Wanting or Needing something really bad but you CAN'T get it.

 OR

- Purchasing something that puts your pockets on slimfast.

You leave wanting something so bad that you can't get it off your mind and you keep going back to guitar center trying to make up your mind if it would be a worthwhile purchase.  Or, it could be something you NEED for your studio and the price tag is too steep for you and you can't sleep until you are able to get it. 

Then there is leaving making a BIG purchase.  It hurts your pockets a little or a lot.  You can't get what you want but you make some small purchases of things you don't need and you know that you shoulda put that money aside to save up for what you want.  Overall you are happy and you don't care about nothing else except your new toy(s) but there is that bad feeling cause you know you spent too much.  For those who just got it like made and don't fit in these categories, it must be nice.

I don't live near a Guitar Center.  That's a gift and a curse because I love to go to Guitar Center!  If I stayed near one, I would be in there a lot spending time and/or money.  Maybe its a good thing that I'm not near one but whenever I'm in a city or state that has a Guitar Center, I'm there.  It seems like there is always something to buy though.  Do you live in Guitar Center?

Easy Mo Bee Documentary

DJ Concept - Heavy Smoke

DJ Concept's fume-ladened album containing 17 classic smokers anthems. Entirely produced by Concept, it features Famoso, Koncept, Rap P, The Day Laborers, Chaundon, Joe Scudda, AC, Nutso, LIFE Long, Gab Gotcha, The Kid Daytona, Nature, T.Shirt, JR Mint, Termanology, Typ-iLL, Thad Reid, Mann95, Treach, Little Vic, Rich Rivera, Wais P, Roc C, Chuuwee, El Gant, CP, Allstar, Snaggapuss, Peter Leo & Wiz Khalifa

Locksmith "Labrynith" Mixtape

Very talented artist out of the Bay, but don't get him twisted with the typical hyphy sound the Bay is known for. In fact, he'll most likely take that as a diss rather than a compliment. The former Grind Time Battle MC has a ridiculous arsonal of lyrical prowess and subject matter. This is the follow up mixtape to his itunes relased "Embedded" album of last year. Stand out cuts for my are Halaleuja, The Pit, Illuminati, and Little Bunny Rabbit*personal fav*. This joint is sure to have you hitting that rewind button. Carry On!!!


DOWNLOAD HERE!!!!

Danny Brown "The Hybrid"

I've been following this dude for a couple of years now. A native of Detroit who has recently graced the XXL Freshmen 2012 cover. Danny has a raw, gritty, and unapologetic style with standout delivery! Hate him or love him, he'll for sure separate himself from any other rapper you've heard. Enjoy!

LISTEN & DOWNLOAD BELOW!!!!

Slaughterhouse Tour: Episode 3

King I Divine x ScienZe - " Happiness is " Feat. Sene, Blu, & Britan Parker

Shout out to King I Divine (Producer of the Month) & ScienZe for this gem!  "Happiness Is" from the "Divine ScienZe" project features Sene, Blu & Britan Parker.  DOWNLOAD below by clicking on the cover!!!!

FONZIFREE (MPC BeatBlog 1) 2012

Check out this beat video from FONZIFREE, coming out of Florida.  His influences include J-Dilla, Q-tip, Black Milk, and 9thWonder.  Check out some of his material HERE.

YOU CAN ALSO CHECK OUT FONZIFREE ON:

General Monks (Planet Asia & Tristate) - Bar Season

"Bar Season" produced by Asterix is off of the "Each Step Becomes Elevated" album.

Skyzoo - Rocket Science

KRS ONE on the Gospel of Hip Hop

Jay Electronica - Compilation

Shout out to RealHipHopHead.com for this nice compilation of Jay Electronica tracks.

Click on the Cover to Download

Hodgy Beats - Untitled EP

For those of you who haven't heard....

Download Mixtape | Free Mixtapes Powered by DatPiff.com

Avatar - The Message

Off of the upcoming album, "It Was Bitten"

Kendrick Lamar - The Recipe feat. Dr. Dre

Sha Stimuli - The March

MEN AT WORK 2020 - KOOL G RAP,NUTSO,R.I.,F.T.,RAS KASS,A.BRONSON,NECRO

Night Time Music - Don't Be Late

THE PRODUCER'S SPOTLIGHT - King I Divine

King I Divine

 

King I Divine is a name first synonymous with MPC's, secondly with Hip Hop production. Originally gaining recognition by his beat- making videos on Youtube, King I Divine has released 6 projects since 2008, with a combination of his renowned sampling style and original arrangements.

These have included the head-bopping "Crown Jewelz" series, the soulful, themed East 54th, and his most acclaimed instalment to date; 'Divine Scienze'; the feel-good, hard-hitting collaborative album from King I Divine and Brooklyn emcee Scienze.  With influences spanning over several generations; his sound honours soul and jazz music to authentic boom-bap Hip Hop.

Make sure you visit http://www.kingidivine.com/
Also visit kingidivine.bandcamp.com

Also Check out King I Divine on: