Indie, Pop | Jon Bellion – Dead Man Walking
Posted by Grubeats on January 22, 2013
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If you’re looking for originality, look no further than Jon Bellion. Following up his previous releases of “Paper Planes” and “LIFE“, the Long Island native has some fun with his newest release, reciting a plot similar to an episode of “My Sisters Hot Friend”. Jon’s organic style is what really stuck out to me in this indie-acoustic jam, written, produced, and performed entirely by Jon himself. Although varying from his two previous releases, Jon once again has shown that necessary x-factor in each video thus far, creating a piece of art like nothing we’re accustomed to seeing. The upcoming project Translations Through Speakers is still slated for a release later this winter.
Freestyle, Hip-Hop | Logic – Concrete
Posted by Grubeats on November 12, 2012
When you have a lyrical arsenal comparable to that of the U.S. Military (While we’re on the topic, thank you to all of our Veterans), you have no choice but to pay your respects to a hip-hop classic. Logic lets loose a rock solid cut that he has been holding in his vault, “Concrete”, flexing over Nas’ legendary, “New York State Of Mind Pt. II”. Opening up and revealing some of his personal history, the Gaithersburg High School dropout reflects on the state of hip-hop, “The King is dead, long live the king now watch me reign, spit fire that I attain from leaving a dragon slain”. At this point, I feel comfortable saying that Logic has nixed any disbelief from naysayers arguing his choice to put music in the forefront at such a young age. XXL Freshman 2013?
DOWNLOAD: Logic – Concrete (New York State of Mind Pt. 2 Freestyle)
Hip-Hop | Tayyib Ali – Like I Used To (Prod. 2Astronauts)
Posted by LoffyG on October 29, 2012
There is no doubt that when Tayyib Ali released his Keystone State of Mind mixtape, we got something special. I wouldn’t expect anything less from the young visionary’s next installment, Keystone State of Mind 2. His newest 2Astronauts produced track “Like I Used To” proves just what I’m talking about. Tayyib delivers a smooth flow, accompanied by an amazing chorus that you can’t help but vibe to. Keep on the lookout for Keystone State of Mind 2 as well as a joint project between Tayyib and Cisco Adler.
Alternative, Indie, Pop | Jon Bellion – LIFE [Music Video]
Posted by Grubeats on October 23, 2012
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Since Visionary’s Jon Bellion released his first single, “Paper Plane“, a few weeks back, I’ve been trying to classify and compare his music. A fluid blend of indie, pop, r&b, alternative, and pure innovation? Death Cab for Cutie meets John Legend meets Kanye? After pulling my thoughts in opposing directions I’ve come to the conclusion there is no classification and there is no comparison. Jon Bellion is authentic, unique, sound, and extremely talented. Captivating his audience with a distinguished voice, the kid also produces and composes he majority of his own music.
Bewildered by the simple things in LIFE, Bellion shares a story about a young man trying to figure out what he needs to progress and survive. Although I was a bit skeptic when I didn’t see GRVTY behind the camera on this one, director Jeremy Peel proves his skill and delineates this song perfectly. JB’s all original project, Translations Through Speakers will be dropping before years end.
Pop, RnB, Videos | Jon Bellion – Paper Planes
Posted by Grubeats on October 1, 2012
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One thing I enjoy about blogging is venturing into genre’s I wouldn’t typically dabble with. Since I was first introduced to Jon Bellion, I have tried and tried to pinpoint an artist to compare him to. I’m yet to find one. He is too unique.
Long Island native, Jon Bellion prepares for his debut project under his newly inked deal with Visionary Music Group. After sparking a legitimate amount of buzz with his cover of Drake’s “The Motto“, Bellion returns to the music he was previously accustomed to creating; original compositions. Written and produced by the 21 year old himself, Jon exercises all of his musical talents, while his distinguished voice is really what shines brightest. Camera work credited to VMG’s own, GRVTY, who follows Jon through the winding wilderness in a slow motion shoot. Stay tuned as Translations Through Speakers will be dropping free later this fall.
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Freestyle, Hip-Hop | Logic – Steps Back Radio Freestyle ft. Mikkey Halsted
Posted by Grubeats on September 28, 2012
Young Sinatra: Undeniable went platinum on Datpiff earlier this week, surpassing 250k downloads. Logic’s been grinding out in LA since he capped off his debut VMG tour in NYC just over a month ago. Life is good for the Maryland kid. Knowing the level of demand for new Logic these days, DJ Don Cannon fire this freestyle off, which will be featured on his upcoming “Steps Back Radio” mixtape. Splitting bars with veteran Windy City hot spitter, Mikkey Halsted, the two lyrically rip this one to pieces. Hopefully this holds you over until an official release from Logic coming within the next couple months!
Hip-Hop | Logic – My Chain (Prod. by 6ix)
Posted by Grubeats on August 13, 2012
“See my chain is an accomplishment, I call these diamonds milestones”
When you experience the success Logic has over the past 6 months, you deserve a chance to stunt on a track. Fans have been on their toes waiting for new material from the 301 native, who, despite a couple features, hasn’t dropped a track since the release of his mixtape, Young Sinatra: Undeniable, back on April 30th. 250,000+ mixtape downloads, 20 of 25 shows sold out in 30 days, a spot in last months XXL, and exploding numbers on his Facebook and Twitter pages, this kid finally got the chain he has been yearning for. In house producer 6ix injects some HGH into the key-driven beat with a sample of Kanye’s “Barry Bonds” along with Gucci Mane’s “My Chain”. #RattPack boiiiiiii!
Download: Logic – My Chain (Prod. by 6ix)