Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Mixtape Release - DMV artist M.A.B. Debut Mixtape, The Canvas. Free Download
DatPiff
Biography: A product of a rebel and a refugee and the music reflects it. Marcus Blanco has been rapping and doing poetry since he was a kid and he's always been about making good lyrical music. From hosting his own radio show, to performing a song on Broadway, to graduating from a prestigious performing arts school in Washington, D.C., to getting accepted to Columbia College in the heart of Chicago for his own music and ambitious drive, M.A.B. Has always been about story-telling and expressing the many emotions and various mindsets of people in this generation. His biggest influences were Bob Marley and Tupac Shakur. Both honest and bold with their messages, M.A.B. has been raised to stand up for what he loves and what he believes in. He loves Hip Hop so much that he's going to change the way the world has ever viewed it. Before anything M.A.B. Is a Poet first, musician second, but loves making timeless music.
Biography: A product of a rebel and a refugee and the music reflects it. Marcus Blanco has been rapping and doing poetry since he was a kid and he's always been about making good lyrical music. From hosting his own radio show, to performing a song on Broadway, to graduating from a prestigious performing arts school in Washington, D.C., to getting accepted to Columbia College in the heart of Chicago for his own music and ambitious drive, M.A.B. Has always been about story-telling and expressing the many emotions and various mindsets of people in this generation. His biggest influences were Bob Marley and Tupac Shakur. Both honest and bold with their messages, M.A.B. has been raised to stand up for what he loves and what he believes in. He loves Hip Hop so much that he's going to change the way the world has ever viewed it. Before anything M.A.B. Is a Poet first, musician second, but loves making timeless music.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
@DJQuicksilva Named Power 30 DJ by the Source Magazine and Nominated for Two Global Spin Awards
Hanover,
MD (Thursday, October 18th, 2012) - National Ciroc Boy, DTLR DJ, The
Party Kingpin, Global Trotting DJ himself & WKYS Personality DJ
Quicksilva was placed on The Source's "Power 30" for the second year;
Being amongst the top 15 and therefore rating him as the Mid-Atlantic's
#1 DJ. What is the "Power 30"? It's the Top 30 Radio DJs in the Country
who are chosen by market size and their impact via radio, television
& social media.
In
addition to DJ Quicksilva being listed as one of the "Power 30", he was
also nominated by the Global Spin Awards for "Breakthrough DJ of the
Year" & "North East Club DJ of the Year" and is also the only DJ in
the Mid-Atlantic region to be nominated. This year will be the first of
Global Spin Awards and will be held in New York City Nov 19th, Hosted by
Sway. For more information, please visit www.globalspinawards.com.
When
asked about his latest accomplishments, DJ Quicksilva states "It's an
honor & humbling feeling to be named amongst the Top 30 DJs in the
country and be in the Top 15. I always preach hard work, dedication
& consistency because that's what I live by; but when you're
actually recognized for it, it's a blessing. For the Global Spin Awards,
of course I hope & pray I win both categories but even if I don't
I've already won because to be nominated amongst the top DJs on the
planet by some of the top execs and influential people in the world is
an accomplishment to me. That shows at least they all know who I am and
are watching. Also to be the only DJ from the Mid-Atlantic region to be
nominated speaks volume in its self. It's another victory not just for
me but for the area as a whole. It's all of our time to shine!"
MobbFreek: The Quiet Before The Storm
Uncle
Freeky is back to doing what he knows best, the only way of life he
knows how to live and that's TRILL, vowing to stay trilla than you, he
brings the release of his latest project "MOBB FREEK: The Quiet Before
the Storm." Mobb Freek is a collective of some of his favorite Mobb
Deep records done his way, snatching the ever so popular and menacing
production from The Alchemist on Prodigy's " Keep it Thoro" Freeky rides
the drops with the ease and comfort of an artist finding his niche and
perfecting it.
Uncle Freeky is a new artist out of Baltimore continuing his rise
from his first project "TrillMatic" a remake of illmatic, Freeky aka
Yella Jesus picks up where he left off paying homage to another classic
collective that influenced his own music. Living by the statement "the
standard is greatness" Freeky collabs with one of the most poignant
artists of our time in Tupac Shakur and delivers a heart felt ballad
entitled "Never Take Me Alive" the lone original track on this project. Inspired by pain this track is definitely a sure classic that expresses his plight and has depth.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
COR STIDAK - "Higher Branches (Stidak-struh-mentals Vol. 2)
http://corstidak.bandcamp.com/
The fifth project from Virginia emcee and beatmaker, Cor Stidak, is his second beatstrumental endeavor. The aptly named "Higher Branches" arrives as the leaves fall and as well sheds any pretentions of being anything other than what it is - a smooth ride on a bumpy road. Standouts include the burly "Ramses I," the sensual vibe of "Noor" and the dreamy groove of "Polarity" to name a few. There are no feats of laptop wizardry or producer parlor tricks. Just grooves, raw vibes and big beats. 9 cool joints to beam the whip to or for a rainy night, too.
The fifth project from Virginia emcee and beatmaker, Cor Stidak, is his second beatstrumental endeavor. The aptly named "Higher Branches" arrives as the leaves fall and as well sheds any pretentions of being anything other than what it is - a smooth ride on a bumpy road. Standouts include the burly "Ramses I," the sensual vibe of "Noor" and the dreamy groove of "Polarity" to name a few. There are no feats of laptop wizardry or producer parlor tricks. Just grooves, raw vibes and big beats. 9 cool joints to beam the whip to or for a rainy night, too.
UllNevaNo(You'll Never Know) "Safe Travels" feat.Anonamas Prod.by EightSense
As we wait for Baltimore Emcee's and Fredericksburg Va, producer Logic
Marselis "Protocol" project which is due late 2013, UllNeva has blessed
us with some more material that has been way over due. Last year
producer EightSense reached out to UllNevaNo on a possible project and
he wanted to do the whole project within 24 hours, which lead to the two
creating the Album "Not Enough Hours In A Day" with a minor setback
from both parties being so busy musically, the two put the project on
hold and now with the album(which is going to be a free project) that is
finally mixed and mastered, UllNevaNo is letting loose the first single
from the project called "Safe Travels" feat. Soulful vocalist
"Anonamas" this project has a different particular sound that UllNevaNo
is not use to rhyming on, this project has hard boom bap but more of a
spacey flying lotus and Dibia$e approach as far as beat selection goes,
expect for the full free project to drop very soon...enjoy
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
HARMONY MUZIK RELEASES 'CONFLICT OF INTEREST'
WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 8, 2012) – Hip Hop artist Harmony Muzik (HM) releases her new album, Conflict of Interest via livemixtapes.com. While this is HM’s third project since 2010, it is the artist’s first all-hip hop album. Regional guest features include Tabi Bonney, Kane Mayfield, and Mo Betta, alongside Brooklyn-based emcee, L.A.
Download Here --> Conflict of Interest
After spending most
of her childhood and adolescence involved in the arts, through choir and
musicals, as well as training on the guitar, piano, and violin; HM did
not take the path most would expect after high school. Instead of
enrolling in a fine arts program after graduation, HM left Detroit and
enlisted in the United States Marine Corps.
Following an honorable
discharge as a Corporal in the Marines, HM found herself just on the
outskirts of a thriving music scene, known as the “DMV”
(DC/Maryland/Virginia). Spending most of her first year building and
networking with the region’s DJs, artists, producers, and local industry
tastemakers, HM was ready to get back to her passion and release her
first project, The Masquerade.
As her fan base
continues to grow, those with her from the start have witnessed the
evolution of music from HM. Initially leaning towards R&B and pop
songs, HM has gradually transitioned into one of the region’s top new
rappers. Known
equally for her business, HM has helped organized local record pools,
showcases, tours, and national stages at SXSW and more.
Friday, October 5, 2012
This Sunday The DMV Unsigned Battle + Black Cobain joins judges
Free Music Panel +Beat Battle+Record Battle with The Source Magazine in (DC
Washington,DC
(October 5,2012)-On Sunday , October 7,2012 at LIV ( DC )I Got It For
Free presents The Unsigned Battle along with The Source Magazine.
The
Unsigned Battle is a showcase of innovative, creative individuals
presented by media ambassadors I Got It For Free ,DCrap and the
incomparable “Bible of Hip-Hop,” The Source magazine. The event includes
a beat battle
LIV nightclub is located at 2001 11th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001.
Admission is Free must register at www.dmvunsignedhype.
For More Information please www.dmvunsignedhype.
between emerging producers, a record battle between upcoming artist, and a panel.
The
Unsigned Beat and Record Battle will consist of 16 producers competing
in 3 rounds in front of a panel of judges who will critic them based
skill, quality,performance,and most importantly crowd participation.The
Winner of both the record battle and beat battle will receive over a
$1000 in cash and prizes including a round trip to NYC to record at Quad
Studios and a feature on Thesource.com.
This
years panel and judges includes The Source Magazine, Legreg Harrison of
The Board Administration (responsible for the careers of Wale and Black
Cobain), DJ Quicksilva (WKYS 93.9/Unruly Records), Marcus Moore
(MTVHive), Chris Richards (pop music critic Washington Post), Marcus K
Dowling (Listen Vision/Brooklyn Bodega) ,Dj Mims (Wedcradio.com) , Dj
Heat (WPGC 95.5) , Mike Rice (DTLR marketing rep) JukeboxDC , Quad
Studios , Fairley McCaskil (Susie Juan PR) and more. Special guest
appearance will be made by Black Cobain and Shy Glizzy. The panel will
be moderated by Pharoh Martin of WKYS 93.9. Music by Dj Heat and DJ
Mims.
Sponsors include The Board Administration , DTLR , I Got It For Free, Quad Studios and more
About US
ABOUT I Got It For Free
I Got It For Free started on October 7,2012, to educate newartists on the importance of media in the music business. I Got It For Free has work with artists to showcase their music in front of top media, producers, executives, and DJ’s ; and creates anavenue for artists to learn more about the music industry, including music production, media, and
marketing through panel discussion. Our hundreds of followers and participants in the“DMV” (DC/MD/VA) continuously converge to share information, and raise money andawareness for various charities through events and social media.
Leading DMV artists, including national recording artist,many who have internationally toured, recorded with some of the industry’s most recognized producers, and have garnered radio spins on D.C.’s leading urban music radio stations and national video channels like BET and MTV have worked with I Got It For Free including Black Cobain , Fat Trel, SluttyBoyz ,Wale , Da Big Fella , The Board Administration,Uptown XO (of Diamond District), Tabi Bonney, David Correy, Kingpen Slim, AB the Producer, RatheMC,Smash, Pro'verb, Lyriciss, Kevin Ross (now signed to Motown Records) Amber Mimz, Gods’illa, Fatz Da Big Fella and XIB.
I Got It For Free started on October 7,2012, to educate newartists on the importance of media in the music business. I Got It For Free has work with artists to showcase their music in front of top media, producers, executives, and DJ’s ; and creates anavenue for artists to learn more about the music industry, including music production, media, and
marketing through panel discussion. Our hundreds of followers and participants in the“DMV” (DC/MD/VA) continuously converge to share information, and raise money andawareness for various charities through events and social media.
Leading DMV artists, including national recording artist,many who have internationally toured, recorded with some of the industry’s most recognized producers, and have garnered radio spins on D.C.’s leading urban music radio stations and national video channels like BET and MTV have worked with I Got It For Free including Black Cobain , Fat Trel, SluttyBoyz ,Wale , Da Big Fella , The Board Administration,Uptown XO (of Diamond District), Tabi Bonney, David Correy, Kingpen Slim, AB the Producer, RatheMC,Smash, Pro'verb, Lyriciss, Kevin Ross (now signed to Motown Records) Amber Mimz, Gods’illa, Fatz Da Big Fella and XIB.
ABOUT THE SOURCE
There’s a good reason why The Source has dominated as the most recognizable “source” of Hip-
Hop and youth culture for the last 20 years. The Source has been the leading international voice
for the ever-evolving world of Hip-Hop music, culture and politics. It is our goal to cover every
aspect of this unique and vibrant culture - from the streets that spawn our increasingly creative
music and fashion to the power players that direct the boardrooms and make our products into
viable commodities and profitable investments.
The Source has had unparalleled achievements. Since our inception as a newsletter back in ‘88,
The Source has documented everything Hip-Hop like none other, including exclusive interviews
in print, on television and online. We have consistently extended our reach beyond the traditional
realms of media with special Source music initiatives such as the Hip-Hop Hits compilation
album; the well renowned 5 Mic music rating system; Spit 16, our unique program designed to
expose unsigned artists; as well as producing the first-ever annual awards program centered on
Hip-Hop, The Source Awards. With our eyes and ears steadily to the street, our wealth of content
speaks volumes to the double decade history of our coverage and legacy in the game, and our
readers and contributors alike are known community trendsetters and influencers.
It is this mission that continues to provide our driving force to be popular culture’s most
entertaining, complete and respected brand in Hip-Hop and youth culture. From Source Latino to
Source France and Source Japan, the influence of The Source is unrivaled in the global
presentation of Hip-Hop.
The Source’s coverage is dynamic and remains committed to our growing and diverse audience.
Under new ownership, The Northstar Group, The Source’s new era will see the brand hitting even
larger audiences through a wide-ranging multi-media platform that utilizes traditional methods
like TV, radio, and of course, The Source’s loyal newsstand base cohesively with new media
outlets like the web and mobile technologies. Without compromise, The Source remains
committed to documenting the total lifestyle surrounding Hip-Hop that branches into every niche
of popular culture worldwide.
Previous Sponsors and Panelists
WKYS 93.9, KJ Carson (XM Radio), Jycorri Robinson (Def Jam), Osinachi (Producer, Rodney
“Darkchild” Jerkins, Diggy Simmons, Biz Markie), Team Luda/LudaJuice (food & beverage),
Target Squad (production studio), DJ Heat (WPGC 95.5) DJ Quicksilva (WKYS 93.9), EZ Street
(WKYS 93.9), P Stew (WKYS 93.9), DJ Reddz (WPGC 95.5, Power 104.7), Greedy Genius
(fashion), Nuvo (spirits), Durkl (fashion), yoraps.com (media), Broccoli City (media/fashion),
The Board Administration (artist management), Fuze Beverage (food & beverage), John F.
Kennedy (Vibe Magazine), DJ Money (DJ, Mac Miller), J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League (Producers, Jay-
Z, Mary J. Blige, Drake), Rocksmith Tokyo (fashion), Sarah Godfrey (Washington City Paper),
and HouseStudios DC (production studio).
“Darkchild” Jerkins, Diggy Simmons, Biz Markie), Team Luda/LudaJuice (food & beverage),
Target Squad (production studio), DJ Heat (WPGC 95.5) DJ Quicksilva (WKYS 93.9), EZ Street
(WKYS 93.9), P Stew (WKYS 93.9), DJ Reddz (WPGC 95.5, Power 104.7), Greedy Genius
(fashion), Nuvo (spirits), Durkl (fashion), yoraps.com (media), Broccoli City (media/fashion),
The Board Administration (artist management), Fuze Beverage (food & beverage), John F.
Kennedy (Vibe Magazine), DJ Money (DJ, Mac Miller), J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League (Producers, Jay-
Z, Mary J. Blige, Drake), Rocksmith Tokyo (fashion), Sarah Godfrey (Washington City Paper),
and HouseStudios DC (production studio).
D.Floyd- Angels In The City
D Floyd is back again with a gritty visual that not only captivates
the raw emotion of his lyrics, but gives the listener and viewer a
slight idea of the "the closest to you, will do u" mentality of the DC
area. Over the "The City", D Floyd delivers a powerful message that
can only be rivaled by the original. This is truly a DC classic. P.S.
#freeboosie!
Jay Mills in Ebony
" Her latest mixtape, Best Yet, is gritty and soulful
and covers a range of topics from girl power to that age-old hip-hop philosophy
of being the illest. With beats by Flying Lotus, Maestro, Dudley Perkins and more,
Best Yet is album quality, but either way, it’s a solid project from a woman
who might just become one of your favs. "
— Starrene Rhett Rocque, Ebony Mag
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Uptown XO + Secret Society Music + Mello Music Group present: "The Color Grey"
Washington
D.C.'s heavyweight lyricist Uptown XO releases his latest project "The
Color Grey" in conjunction with Mello Music Group and his newly
developed record label Secret Society Music. "The Color Grey", produced
entirely by ABthePro, is undoubtedly the critically acclaimed MC's most
complete and powerful work to date.
The
title "The Color Grey" is XO's reference to his ability to combine
aspects of the genre that have long been viewed in black and white
terms. "The Color Grey" represents the balance that XO strives to bring
in every project, every song, and every verse. Very few people can
speak with the gritty street perspective and insightful intellect that
XO puts forth effortlessly. XO's catalogue up to this point is
unmatched in the DMV and with "The Color Grey" XO has solidified
his position in the forefront of the DMV hip-hop explosion.
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