Monday, December 23, 2013
Jargon - Mixtape (DMV)
Introducing Jargon: an upcoming, ambitious and experimental
new hip-hop artist. As a child his interests were mythology, anime, reading and
chess. As he grew older he developed interests in science, psychology,
sociology, anthropology, Shakespeare and English. All of these subjects and hobbies
can be found in his lyrical-descriptive style of songwriting. His most
signature characteristic is the tendency to role play characters (either
loosely or precisely), in order to explain his own feelings through describing
pre-existing people or ideas; using the song as a medium to vent emotions.
Jargon strongly represents the up-and-coming hip-hop group "Cypha Circle
360". Besides his varying delivery and abstract-lyrical style, a key
attribute making Jargon a great emcee is his versatility and the ease in which
he can fit onto any song and execute a great performance. His musical
influences are Canibus, NaS, Lupe Fiasco, Jay-Z, Eminem, Nirvana, A Perfect
Circle, Linkin Park, Radiohead and American Hi-Fi.
@hobbes_gr X @PhilAde_RF @Depakote - CARRIE FISHER
Here you have
another single off of Hobbes untitled project yet to be released. The
track features a smooth yet subtle melody with guest appearance by DMV's
own Phil Ade. The track is produced by the amazing Depakote.
"I
wrote this song randomly in my room one night. I was very lost in my
thoughts, heard the beat and it kinda just happened. This year has been a
struggle for me and i just wanted to drop this gem heading into the new
year. So thankful for Phil hopping on the track with me" - Hobbes
Sleepytoye - Stay Late
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Toye is an 18 year old rapper from Maryland who attends American
University in DC. Rapping since the age of 9, he started getting in the
studio during his junior year in high school. His biggest influences
include the big 3: Jay-Z, Kanye, Drake and then J. Cole, A$AP Rocky,
Kendrick Lamar, Smoke DZA, and pretty much any rap that catches his ear.
Sunday, December 15, 2013
#PurpleFriday by the Dynamic Screwuo @DJKsin & @_DJ2Fresh
Recently, the Dynamic Screw-O (@DJKsin & @_DJ2Fresh)
linked with two DMV artist to bring a southern flare to their recent
mixtapes. By southern flare we mean chop and screw style (or as they say
"slowed and throwed) of deejaying. Part of the United and Screwed team
based out of Houston, Tx, they put a classic spin on great music by
mastering the basics and untapped techniques of chopped and screwed
music.
Below is the mixtape covers and links (Respectively).
ENJOY! and as always RIP Robert "DJ Screw" Davis, Bong!
Monday, December 9, 2013
@AkinGKalldPedro
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19 year Old, Aking Kalld Pedro is a DMV Rapper Hailing From Prince George's County, Maryland.
He Just Dropped His Stunning Song Battery [Produced By Ta-Ku]
@808Staks Montana Staks is taking over the DMV rap game
Montana
Staks is a talented rapper who has already made his mark on the local
hip-hop scene. Staks was quiet for a minute, but now he's back with a
new name: 808 Staks, a new team: 780 Management, and new material: Jesus
Lopez The Mixtape. Staks understands that there are no guarantees in
the music industry, and success can be fleeting, but he's prepared to
sacrifice and make the necessary moves reach the top of the rap game.
ST: Tell the world who you are and what clique you're claiming.
MS:
808 Staks, formerly known as Montana Staks. I'm CEO of C.M.F (Columbian
Mafia Family) and founder of the 808 Heavyweights Network.
ST: How do you think your skills compare to other rappers in the DMV?
MS:
I'm nicer that 90% of the artists in the DMV. In terms of my skill set,
I'm the total package. Nobody can match my song creative format. I have
the hardest beats period! And I'm official in the streets. If there's
anybody out there that feels different, let's go song for song and see
who's the last man standing.
ST: What do you think about current state of DMV hip-hop?
MS:
There's a lot of political bullshit that goes on in the DMV, and I've
seen it all. A lot of people say it's because I don't have a stamp next
to my name like a 368 Music Group or BOA affiliation. It's a dirty game
out here but I have my political connects right this time. I'm targeting
a larger audience with this project.
ST: Other than your own crew, who do you think are some of the best rappers in the city right now?
MS:
Other than my mob, it's a select few. I'll say Boobie (Oy Boyz),
Garvey, Phil Da Phuture, Lightshow, and Lil Oochie. Shout out to Boobie.
He's been doing his thing real heavy in the DMV and also on the road in
other parts of the country. When I would see him at open mics when I
was first getting my feet wet he always had something positive to say
about my performance.
ST: Let's talk about you. What CD or mixtape are you currently promoting?
MS:
My next, and most creative project to date, Jesus Lopez The Mixtape
will be available early next month. It's basically a bunch of short
stories through the eyes of a Colombian drug lord who started out from
the bottom. I relate some of the tracks from an American street life
perspective, but mostly it's from a Central American point of view. The
whole tape is dope from top to bottom.
ST: Where can people purchase your music or see you perform?
MS:
My music is currently available on Google Play, Amazon, Spotify, and
Rhapsody. In January, Jesus Lopez The Mixtape will be dropping on www.datpiff.com and www.livemixtapes.com.
For all my upcoming performance dates, follow me on Twitter or
Instagram: @808STAKS. You can also contact Dre "All Day In The Paint" at
@DreAllDayInThePaint.
ST: What are your plans going into 2014?
MS:
The entire next year will be dedicated to promoting and expanding the
808 Heavyweights brand. We have upcoming projects from Son Sig and 808
Prymetyme. There's a whole lot of bass and a whole lot of crankage in
our future. We want to feed the fans the best quality 808 music we can.
ST: Thank you for your time with this interview. Do you have any final comments or shout outs?
MS:
I want to send a special shout-out to Organically Grown Radio, Mark
Ward, Ms. Porsha (780 Management), CEO Floyd, and all my family and
friends who have supported my career from the beginning.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
@PHZ_Sicks - The Moment
Woodbridge, VA rhymesayer PHZ-Sicks (pronounced physics) has released his latest studio album, The Moment. The set packs a total of 15 original jams from the artist while Alison Carney, Lyriciss, Scolla, Seanny Greggs and TFOX make guest appearances on the LP, which boast beats by Best Kept Secret, Stompboxx Music, Epik The Dawn, Kriss Liss, and Kajmir Royale. The album's release comes on the heels of the John Ledbetter-directed music video for "Coming Down" (click to watch) as well as the single releases of "The Love Scene III" (click to listen) and "Black Women" (click to listen). "This
project was two years in the making, starting from the writing process,
beat selection, constant musical changes and hours inside the studio to
get w here we are today," says PHZ-Sicks. "The album is called The Moment because
I feel with everything I put into it, this is the moment where my life
changes. Where I get to pursue this passion like there is no tomorrow and finally reaping the rewards of the sacrifices I made to get to this point. The Moment is the embodiment of me and it's all I can give to the world." Click here to watch a video documenting the making of The Moment, and visit PHZ-Sick's Bandcamp page to purchase a personally signed and messaged CD copy.
@dmvbigsteve @slim_fred - The Warm Up
Emerging hip-hop artists Big Steve x Slim Fred are releasing their first
mixtape, “The Warm Up”. The duo, born and bred in Alexandria, VA, (DMV)
is made up of Big Steve, rapper/writer and Slim Fred, rapper/producer.
This mixtape is an introduction of Big Steve x Slim Fred’s talent,
setting the tone for what is to come from the group. The Warm Up features mostly upbeat tracks with fast tempo production and catchy lines. “With The Warm Up, we just wanted to have fun. This mixtape sets the stage for our bigger project, Listen to my Words,
which is due out later next year,” Fred says. “We wanted to showcase
our lyrical skills more than anything because some artists these days
can make a song sound good, but have no lyrical content."
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