Albums, Featured, Hip-Hop | Logic – Under Pressure [Album Reflections]
Posted by Grubeats on October 21, 2014
Where do I begin?
Exactly 1,163 days I received an email. That email just so happened to be my first official introduction to Maryland hip-hop artist, Logic. Described as a young, talented MC known for his lyrical prowess – I couldn’t have said it better myself – and fortunately for us, that’s still the same Logic we’re looking at today. Since that introduction, Logic has been my favorite artist, period. To call out a few – he’s genuine, personable, tenacious, confident, well spoken, and last but certainly not least, one BEAST of a rapper. Preaching “peace, love & positivity” since the very start, he’s one artist who has stayed true to his message, through and through. His story has undoubtably changed hundreds if not thousands of people’s lives for the better. The craziest part is, Under Pressure is still just the beginning.
When asked what “Under Pressure” means to him, Logic responded,
“For me, it’s the duality of who I am. Being Bobby and being Logic, being under pressure personally in all the things that I go through in my life. Just as a regular dude, ’cause outside of music, there’s people who look at me like I’m not shit. I’m just little Bobby, dealing with the pressures from my family, where I come from. All that. Also, being in the rap game and just being under pressure to sell whatever you gotta sell.” [via XXL]
He’s right though – he’s the debonair “Young Sinatra” on the street, then he steps into the booth and all previous conceptions vanish. He embodies some form of legendary lyrical machine. That to me is what separates Logic from much of his competition.
It’s clearly been a long time coming to deliver the album and as you’ll hear on “Growing Pains III”, he has recorded over 1,700 songs in the past 10 years, only 150+ of which have been released to date. Under Pressure is far from a grab bag of records. Carefully crafted, Logic and team have put countless hours into this album and I hope that after listening, you’ll recognize that. The 12 tracks (15 on the Deluxe version) collectively paint a bigger picture. As expected, the album is a very raw, personal look into Logic’s life, and more specifically his upbringing. From family struggles to personal and musical accomplishments, you’ll truly understand the person behind the mic after listening to this album.
As if I haven’t already giving you enough of a reason to go buy the album, legendary producer No I.D. blessed it with his executive production. I don’t mean to jump the gun, but typically anything he touches turns gold. Then platinum.
“Conversations with No I.D
Who made hits with Ye, got hits with Jay
Now he wanna fuck around and make hits with me
If it’s meant to be, then it’s meant to be
Can’t express what that meant for me, what it mean to me
Man, I swear the shit like a dream to me, what it seemed to be” – Till The End [Track 12]
Last but not least, I want to once again give a shout out to the whole team at Visionary Music Group. Logic’s in house producer, 6ix stepped up and destroyed the production on half of the album. The rest of the team is too humble to take credit, but I thank you all for the work you’ve put in. VMG is a blueprint for organic growth, keep at it boys (& girls?).
Without further adieu I suggest you GO GRAB BOTH DIGITAL VERSIONS on iTUNES and take a trip to your local record shop (or Best Buy, Walmart, Target, etc.) and clear out the shelves (if you can beat Henry to it)!!! 100k the first week!
Hip-Hop, Rap | Logic – Under Pressure
Posted by Grubeats on September 15, 2014
I’m lost for words. I’ve been playing this moment out in my head for years, forecasting scenarios and making predictions on Logic’s debut. “Is Logic ever going to let me buy a song? What will the first single sound like? Who’s going to produce it? What will it be called? When will the album drop?” …I could go on and on but I’ll spare you. I’ll continue to play out new scenarios in my head, but what is boils down to is this. LOGIC IS OFFICIALLY ON ITUNES AND HIS DEBUT ALBUM, UNDER PRESSURE, WILL HIT BOX STORE SHELVES & DIGITAL STORES ON 10/21!! Not only is his debut self titled single crack, but he produced it himself. Put your seat belts on kids, the ride has officially begun. #UnderPressure
Purchase on iTunes: Logic – Under Pressure [Prod. by Logic]
Hip-Hop, Pop | Timeflies – Fall ft. Fabolous
Posted by Grubeats on April 1, 2014
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With their debut album within sight, Timeflies open up the gates for pre-order and do all but fool their fans with a new dime featuring Fab. We’ve seen some big name features behind the boards, but this is the first big star to share the mic with Cal and who better than Brooklyn’s finest, Fabolous. “Fall” marks the forth track released from the LP, in company with “I Choose U”, “Swoon”, & their most recent banger, “All The Way”. Pre-order After Hours the album and get a free download of this track right here!
Preorder on iTunes: Timeflies – After Hours [Album]
Trap | Aloe Blacc – The Man (Clinton Sparks Remix)
Posted by BIGLIFE on March 20, 2014
Clinton Sparks has been quietly lately, but that doesn’t mean he’s not working hard. He’s been busy touring and prepping his forthcoming “Disco Ball & Chain” EP that’s rumored to have names on it like Snoop Dogg, 2-Chainz, T-Pain. Releasing on Island Def Jam / Photo Finish, “Disco Ball & Chain” is a project we can’t wait to hear. This afternoon, Clinton put his trap spin on Aloe Blacc’s The Man” to tide fans over until the big drop date. And yes, that’ s a young Clinton Sparks in his gentleman’s jacket looking like he’s about to deliver the news. As always, GET FAMILIAR!
Trap | Clinton Sparks f. RiFF RAFF – Stay With You Tonight (DOCO Remix)
Posted by BIGLIFE on February 27, 2014
Known for his baller DJ and rapper cameo-laden mixtapes, Clinton Sparks is gearing up for a new EP, titled ‘Disco Ball & Chain,’ coming soon via Photo Finish/ Island Def Jam. The EP is set to feature Snoop Dogg, Macklemore, T.I., 2-Chainz, Problem, T-Pain, and more of the usual suspects. To tide fans over until the release, Clinton has given his trapped-out track with Riff Raff, “Stay With You,” to remixer Doco for a re-twerking. Be sure to purchase “Stay With You Tonight” below!
DOWNLOAD: Clinton Sparks f. RiFF RAFF – Stay With You Tonight
Freestyle, Pop, Videos | Timeflies Tuesday – All You Need Is Love
Posted by Grubeats on February 11, 2014
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Necco Sweethearts may be the most disappointing candy of all time. Terrible texture, flavor that makes you question what combination of poison you’re eating, and a feeling like these candies were mass produced in 1938. Much like Sweet Tarts did, Cal and Rez came through and injected some life into these faintly beating hearts (sweet and sour hearts all day). So, whether you’re single, taken, or in your own mind – both, enjoy this Valentines Day appetizer.
Purchase on iTunes: Timeflies – All The Way
Hip-Hop | Logic – Like Me ft. Casey Veggies
Posted by Grubeats on December 3, 2013
Logic has been fairly quiet since he hopped off tour with Cudi, Big Sean, and Tyler the Creator, dropping a loose track here and there, but for the most part, remaining relatively quiet. Well evidently along with writing and recording, Logic has been toning his production game as is evident on his newest release, “Like Me”. We’ve heard one Logic-produced track in the past, “Common Logic/Midnight Marauder ” which was co-produced by C-Sick and had a feeling more tracks were on the horizon, but this, in my opinion, is a big step forward for Logic. As Logic teased a few weeks ago, him and Casey Veggies were in the studio together, which amounted to this cold, raw new new from the two rising youngsters.
With rumors of the debut album on the way, I’m sure we’ll get a few more loose freebies before that time comes. In the meantime, keep an ear our for a Logic assisted Jon Bellion record coming with Jon’s album release, 12/10.