Chill, Hip-Hop, Mixtapes | Beau Young Prince – Dream Catcher (Mini-Mixtape)
Posted by J_Salzer on May 14, 2012
After a brief hiatus from the making of good music, actually, let’s call it a hibernation. Beau Young Prince has returned with a vengeance. Recognizing that he’s been off his game, Beau took the necessary steps to get back on track with this mini-mixtape. Although the tape is only six songs deep, it features Beau showing off some serious versatility. He tackles some faster paced beats, keeping up with the higher tempo with ease. And flows over the chill, slower beats without missing a beat. Admittedly, one track, Wild Things Are, I have no idea what the hell is going on with, but it’s a pretty cool beat.
I found it interesting that Beau named the tape Dream Catcher, because after his lack of quality music in the past few months, it shows me that he’s back, and dedicated to the dream that so many artists are vying for. You. All artists are out to gain fans, because they know that they’re the ultimate key to their success, and Beau knows that he’s been off his game, but he’s back. Last night, I asked Beau why he chose a bed for the cover, and he said because that’s where dreams occurred, and he really liked the image his guy brought him.
Hip-Hop | Dylan Owen feat. Kinetics – In The Corner (Video)
Posted by A on May 13, 2012
“I stayed up all night every night this summer, cause’ I only got one love like Tim Sommers.”
A new star has been born in the blogosphere, his name is Dylan Owen, and he’s systematically putting the village of Goshen, New York on the map. Following the release of his critically acclaimed, “Keep Your Friends Close EP,” his new single “In The Corner” featuring Grammy nominated Kinetics is as palpable as it is impressive, displaying a lyrical prowess that is seldom seen in the blogosphere. Directed by the infamous Jon Kilmer, the visuals invoke feelings of deep brooding catharsis as Dylan and Kinetics rapidly exchange cerebral verses on hallowed grounds. As the video comes to a close, Dylan stands in solidarity with an array of supporters and fans from all walks of life, suggesting the power of Dylan’s music to transcend creed, color, and background.
Hip-Hop | Kid Rey – Can’t Stop
Posted by J_Salzer on May 12, 2012
I got a submission a few days ago from a person by the name of Kid Rey, I replied to him in the usual fashion. Telling him that I’d listen and get back to him. I quickly forgot about it and didn’t give it a second thought. Rey then hit me up on twitter, and hit up the chat box. Fellow writer Mach told me that I should give it a listen, so I took his word for it. I’m incredibly impressed with this song, the beat(Pretty Lights sample), the hook and both verses delivered by Kid Rey all show flashes of greatness. Especially because this is one of the first songs he’s ever released. Just goes to show you that persistence can take you places, and Rey wanting to be featured on FNT so bad made this song that much better.
Chill, Hip-Hop | Jetpack Jones – Jetpack Lifestyle (Prod. by Glam Shell)
Posted by J_Salzer on May 12, 2012
FNT veteran Jetpack Jones drops off his newest release for our saturday afternoon pleasure. Jetpack chooses to illustrate the lavish lifestyle he’s living, or going to be living, making us all jealous. Jones chooses a high pitch sample beat, crafted by Glam Shell, to paint his picture over, and it fits the mood perfectly. Everyone enjoy your Saturday, and live the Jetpack Lifestyle.
And as always, like his facebook page below!
Hip-Hop | Illicit Art – Beastie Mode
Posted by Mach on May 11, 2012
Now this is what I call honoring the dead. MCA was a legend and he deserves to be remember as so, Illicit Art did that and more. Sampling the Beastie Boys, E tha Young Chief produced a dope beat that the duo Illicit Art beasts over. You might as well just put this on repeat because it is catchy as hell.
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Hip-Hop, RnB | R. Kelly – Feelin’ Single
Posted by J_Salzer on May 11, 2012
Mr. Pee-on-you Kelly hits us with his latest single off his upcoming proect Write Me Back. Some good ole’ Rythmn and Blues from the master of it. Sure, people call Frank Ocean and The Weeknd R&B, but this…this is a different story. This is that old school R&B, but I think it has a place in new-school music. Sound off in the comments below and let me know what you think. I’ll never forget R. Kelly singing “I Look to You” at Whitney’s funeral, showing so much passion and emotion, mad respect for a super talented artist(I’m sorry the video is so powerful I have to embed it).
Hip-Hop, Videos | Chance The Rapper – Hey Ma (Official Video)
Posted by dshaq on May 11, 2012
Chicago native, Chance the Rapper, drops off visuals to one of the standout tracks on his latest mixtape, 10day. Directed by Elijah Alvardo, the video does a great job giving us that nostalgic feeling. For all you Chicago people, Chance will be playing at Lincoln Hall on June 8th, more details to come. Peep the video and if you haven’t downloaded 10Day, you can do that below.
Hip-Hop | Black Hippy – Black Lip Bastard (Remix)
Posted by dshaq on May 10, 2012
Black Hippy, comprised of California boys Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul, SchoolBoy Q, and Jay Rock, team up together to go in on this beautiful track. The lyrical content is above and beyond anything I’ve heard in a long time. Beginning with Kendrick and ending with Jay, the song makes for one of the best releases in 2012, well at least in my opinion. Each of the four, although sounding unique and different than the other, mesh so well on this track. Ab-Soul’s brand new album, Control System, is due out tomorrow so look back for that one. Also, Kendrick and SchoolBoy Q will be touring this summer so be on the lookout for them in your city!
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