The Strong Arm Steady gang is too big for just one week, so we had to make them Artist of the next 2 Weeks. The Westcoast collective allowed us into their recording studio to talk about their crew dynamic and getting signed by Talib Kweli. Part 2 drops next Monday.
Wednesday, March 4
Artist of the Week: Strong Arm Steady
[VIDEO] P.O.S. - "Optimist"
The Rhymesayers representer drops his second video from his album, Never Better. This dude makes some of the most honest music out right now. And his videos have been mad creative. I didn't think he could top the last one, but this definitely comes close. Especially because he flipped it completely, and came with a simple concept. i love when the video matches the music. What a concept.
[NEW] Nas - "If I Ruled the World '09" (ft. Marsha Ambrosius)
The Smirnoff Signature Series is back again this year to add a new twist to some classic hip hop records. Last year saw KRS-One, Common, and A Tribe Called Quest tracks get a facelift. This year, another 3 tracks are getting the Smirnoff treatment as 3 classic artist link up with some new jacks for a 2009 remix. Nas is the first one up. Coming soon are Buckshot & Kardinall Offishall with "I Got Cha Opin" and Nice & Smooth with Pac Div for "Funky For You." Sit back and enjoy this Smirnoff Remix, because this one goes down oh so smooth. Pause.
[DOWNLOAD: Nas - "If I Ruled the World '09" (ft. Marsha Ambrosius)]
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Nike Air "Yeezy" (Official Pics)
The Kanye West x Nike collabo has been talked about for the past year, and they have finally been confirmed for a Spring release. These are the first official colorways dropping. The first in April 2009 will be the Zen Grey/LT Charcoal color way, followed this will be followed in May by a Black/Black version, and in June with the final Net/Net color way. No word on the price, but expect long lines and longer price tags.
From Nike:
These performance attributes have been meticulously wrapped in premium full grain leather uppers and adorned with original design details that are uniquely Kanye and identifiably Nike. The remastered Nike Air Assault outsole is treated to glow-in-the-dark properties and will illuminate when the light is low. The forefoot support strap is premium grade patent leather and is of no-stitch construction. Clean seams are used throughout except for a premium suede toe wrap feature with visible stitch detail. Emblazoned across the Air Yeezy is an exclusive “Y” repeat pattern, as either a debossed or lasered detail, which takes inspiration from the Jordan brands iconic Elephant print material. This graphic treatment was developed by West and Smith to pay tribute not only to the name of the shoe and it’s co-creator, but also to the various moments in history that spurred West’s initial inspiration for the Nike Air Yeezy.
Thank You Jay Dee, Act 4 (Mixed by J. Rocc)
TURN IT UP! If you don't know about J. Rocc's tribute series to Dilla, then you are failing at life. Do yourself a favor and download this incredible 45 minute mix of Dilla's work, including rare gems, remixes, samples he flipped, and never heard before beats. And then go back and download Act 1, 2, and 3. Of all the cats doing the Dilla tribute, R. Jocc is the illest. Although, Houseshoes may have a good argument.
If you prefer the podcast version to keep in your iTunes, you can go here. While you're there, you should just subscribe to the Stones Throw podcast to say up on all their mixes. Don't be a dummy. It's free. LET'S GO!
[DOWNLOAD HERE.]
Westcoast Wednesday.
Xzibit - "What You See Is What You Get"
...this was one of the craziest walks to the liquor store ever. Just topping Ricky and Tre.
Lil Wayne on Jimmy Kimmel.
Every time Weezy makes an appearance on live television it's hilarious, and this time is no different. And Kimmel is funnier than shit. We also learn that Weezy and Charlie Gibson are homies. This will be my last Wayne post of the day. Promise.
[NEW] Slaugherhouse - "Fight Club"
Joell Ortiz, joe Budden, Crooked I, and Royce Da 5'9" connect like Voltron to form the collective, Slaughterhouse. They actually recorded this joint LAST night. And it's in your iTunes THIS morning. God, I love the internet.
Interesting note, Crooked I already referenced the shooting incident. This track is pretty bananas. I'm a fan of this group, mad different styles, but they all one thing in common = they're ferocious bar spitters.
[DOWNLOAD: Slaughterhouse - "FIght Club"]
True Hip Hop Stories: Sadat-X
This is the latest installment present by D-Nice. Sadat X talks about the origins of Brand Nubian, and his affiliation with the 5% Nation, and recent incarceration. Some good stuff going on right here. You might learn something.
[VIDEO] Lil Wayne - "Prom Queen"
Weezy links up with Korn for the video of his first single off his upcoming rock album, Rebirth. And yes, that's actually Wayne playing guitar on the song.
Tuesday, March 3
Pepsi Smash Mic Pass ft. Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss, Raekwon, Jim Jones and Jay Rock.
Dope concept. Every year at the NBA All-Star break, Pepsi throws the Pepsi Smash concert series. They flipped it and did a live cypher from Arizona, with 5 different MC's in 5 different locations...passing the proverbial mic. Check it out, it's pretty fly. This might be the best Pepsi commercial of all time.
[NEW] Capone-N-Noreaga - "Grand Royal" (Prod by DJ Premier)
Here's a cut produced by some guy names DJ Premier from CNN's upcoming album Channel 10 which hits stores March 17.
[DOWNLOAD: Capone-N-Noreaga - "Grand Hustle"]
The Roots and Jimmy Fallon "Slow Jam The News"
As you may or may not have know, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon debuted last night on NBC. As you may or may not know, the Roots are Jimmy's house band. Here's a nice little segment they did called "Slow Jam the News." Because everyone sounds better when you have backup singers.
Monday, March 2
BCTV Presents: PUMA's Soles 4 Souls Event
The homies at Broccoli City take you inside the Soles 4 Souls event that went down last Friday in Los Angeles. Featuring U-N-I, El Prez, and the homie E-Dub. Chea.
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