Friday, April 30, 2010

Lloyd Banks talks album, Independency, Joell + Jim, New G-Unit albums, & Guru + Solar controversy!

Ed Lover Announces Exciting Developments for C'Mon Son Web Series













(April 29, 2010) Legendary hip-hop personality Ed Lover is once again making waves as his riotous yet biting C'mon Son phenomenon continues to sweep across the country. No subject is too sacred, no person is impervious to 'C'mon Son' as Ed Lover offers his witty insights on sports, music, movies, politics, and pop culture in his webisode series on http://cmonsononline.com/ that currently spans twelve entertaining episodes.



The 'C'Mon Son' webisodes are quickly ingraining themselves into today's pop culture. Each webisode features Ed Lover's commentary and amusingly cutting observations on recent events in the world around him. Diddy, Usher, Juelz Santana, Jim Jones, and DJ Khaled are but a few of the celebrities who have endorsed the movement and made appearances on the show to hold up the infamous cardboard 'C'mon Son' sign. It is not only the hip-hop community that has caught 'C'mon Son' fever; last season NFL star Chad OchoCinco of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrated a touchdown reception by displaying a cardboard sign bearing Ed Lover's signature slogan.



'C'mon Son' has also spawned a community of its own on Ed Lover's website, as fans across the country routinely submit pictures of themselves with makeshift cardboard 'C'mon Son' signs to the site's gallery, engage in conversations in the site's forums and visit the 'C'mon Son' store to purchase limited edition t-shirts and accessories. "The 'C'Mon Son' catch phrase has quickly become a phenomenon - both with Ed's listeners and fans and amongst pop culture enthusiasts," says Ed Lover's business partner Michael 'Blue' Williams of Family Tree Entertainment, a division of Primary Wave Management. "We are looking to super serve the masses with multiple ways they can ways to support the 'C'Mon Son' movement." Having already made an impact on radio, television, and now on the internet, Ed Lover is currently preparing to take his exciting new endeavor into the mobile phone world, as well, as he readies the release of a series of voicebacks and voicetones featuring a variety of 'C'mon Son'-isms. In addition to selling mobile content, the "C'Mon Son" brand will soon extend into exclusive merchandise.



Check out Ed Lover's latest webisode, C'mon Son Episode 12, here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-SidHPK9Nw



The Background:



Ed Lover is a multi-faceted talent who has been a steadfast presence in hip-hop culture for the past twenty years. He began his career as a rapper with the group No Face, before going on to co-host Yo! MTV Raps with cohort Doctor Dre. Ed Lover and Doctor Dre teamed up again to star in the hip-hop whodunit Who's The Man? and later went on to host the highly rated Morning Show With Ed, Lisa and Dre on Hot 97. Currently being heard as on-air personality at New York's Power 105.1FM, Ed Lover has also recently made appearances on television shows on VH1 in addition to his popular 'C'mon Son' web series.



Streams:



C'mon Son Episode 12:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-SidHPK9Nw



C'mon Son Episode 8:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I51TDIq6DBw



C'mon Son Episode 7:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfQB6lP8SIo



C'mon Son Episode 1:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZEavGn0LqA



Official Site:

http://cmonsononline.com/



Bio, pictures, and streams available here:

http://www.audibletreats.com/download/ed_lover



Twitter:

http://twitter.com/mredlover



YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/user/edlover4real


Tuesday, April 27, 2010

MTV JAMS HOSTS "PHILLY DAY" THIS SUNDAY, MAY 2 FEATURING VIDEOS FROM PHILADELPHIAS TOP ARTISTS

Join MTV Jams this Sunday as it hosts “Philly Day,” a hip hop homecoming featuring the city’s hottest artists including The Roots, Beanie Sigel, Eve, and many more. The “Philly Day” showdown will also include the world premiere of “She Makes Me Feel Alright” by Freeway. “Philly Day” will give the audience a look inside the music and the culture of the city and provide viewers with the best jams around the clock. Segments from emerging artists like Meek Mill, Gillie Da Kid, Tone Trump and Gilbere Forte will also bring viewers closer to the people of Philly.



"We’re doing this to showcase the depth, diversity and musical wealth of Philadelphia’s contribution to R&B and hip hop culture,” says Tuma Basa, Sr. Director of MTV’s Music & Talent. “This is also a chance for us to make history by introducing some of Philly’s up-and-coming talent to the rest of the country."



Along with the City of Philadelphia’s Creative Ambassador, Marc Byers, MTV Jams takes viewers back in time with some of Philly’s top classic videos from artist like The Fresh Prince & DJ Jazzy Jeff, Steady B, and Schoolly D before fast forwarding to some of Philly’s up and coming artists including . To further encourage Philadelphians to express their pride and joy for the city, fans should hit up Twitter to make #PhillyDay the #1 trending topic this Sunday.



“It was an honor to produce and be involved with MTV Jams “Philly Day,” says Marc Byers, Creative Ambassador. I am very proud of the footprint we've laid and we haven't even reached our peak. It's time for our city to be acknowledged for our influence on music.”



Tune in on Sunday, May 2 as MTV Jams gives viewers a real taste of The City of Brotherly Love!

The Hello Beautiful N'Dambi Interview

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Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Little Brother - "Curtain Call"

Grammy Award Winning Producer Doc Ish To Release The First Treatment

GRAMMY AWARD WINNING PRODUCER DOC ISH TO RELEASE THE FIRST TREATMENT



THE FIRST TREATMENT WILL BE RELASED ON MAY 11th, 2010



Star-Studded LP Features Appearances From Jay Electronica, Joe Budden, Crooked I, Sean Price, Joell Ortiz, Talib Kweli, Bun B, Max B, Saigon, Nipsey Hussle, KRS-One, Kool G Rap, Buckshot, Bizarre and many more



A bit of a transient, Doc Ish is from a little bit of everywhere. Born in Dallas, TX, then onto places such as Virginia, and Brooklyn NY and everywhere in between, it has been Hartford, CN that Doc has always returned to and calls home. Doc signed his first deal as a senior in High-School and soon thereafter moved to NY where he was introduced to a slew of industry talents and had the opportunity to work with artists such Heavy D, Kurupt and Foxy Brown to name a few.



Since then, Doc has lost a lot of time, “years,” in regards to his music career. For years, he was jumping from doctor to doctor, hospital to hospital, trying to figure out why his health would take such dramatic shifts and leave him in an almost debilitating state. Lying in hospital beds, with nothing but time on his hands while his various health problems were both diagnosed and treated, Doc’s health eventually got better and when it did, so did his hunger for making music. When Doc re-entered the scene in 2008, he did so with a renewed vigor and his networking lead to meetings with various artists, one of which, D-12’s Bizarre, would eventually change his world as he then knew it upside down. After recording sessions with Bizarre, Doc received a call from him that a certain Detroit superstar heard one of his tracks and immediately gravitated to it. That track was what you know as “We Made You” the lead-single from Eminem’s Grammy award winning LP Relapse, which has since gone 2X Platinum and re-vaulted Eminem back into the national spotlight after a five-year hiatus.



Despite the overwhelming changes that have occurred since “We Made You” hit the masses, Doc Ish has remained humble and hungry throughout the process and is determined to capitalize on the opportunity and use it as a stepping-stone. The timing and subsequent spotlight that has been affixed to Doc’s back ever since was ideal for the forthcoming release of Doc Ish Presents: The First Treatment which will be released on 5-11-2010.



The First Treatment includes a collection of iconic and legendary emcees that would make a major label blush, let alone one of an Independent nature. While “Cut My Throat” f/Saigon, INS Deck, Ransom and Quan has already made an immediate impact on the urban blogosphere, fans are already salivating over the LP’s assortment of talent and eagerly awaiting to hear tracks such as the dream-team pairings of Jay Electronica, Crooked I & Sean Price (“She Did It Again”) and Bun B, Joe Budden and Talib Kweli on “Is It A Dream.”



Doc Ish believes that music is cathartic and creating this project proves as much and The First Treatment is the next step in curing Hip-Hop’s ailments.



Tracklisting and credits for Doc Ish Presents: The First Treatment:



1.) "Hi Kids" f/ Joell Ortiz

2.) "No Goodbye's" f/ Apollo Swyf & Burroughs

3.) "Animal Grammar" f/ KRS-One & Burroughs

4.) “She Did It Again” f/ Crooked I, Sean Price, Jay Electronica & Novel

5.) "These Streets" f/ Max B, Red Cafe, Quan

6.) "Cut My Throat " f/ Ransom, Quan, Saigon & INS Deck

7.) "Who You Are" f/ AZ & Charmange

8.) "Is It A Dream" f/ Joe Budden, Talib Kweli & Bun B

9.) "Open Your Eyez" f/ Termanalogy & Hectic

10.) "Stalker" feat. Bizarre (of D-12)

11.) "Make Movez" f/ Buckshot, Rock (Heltah Skeltah) & Colloso

12.) "Untitled" feat. Nipsey Hussle & Mya

13.) "War Outside" feat. King Gordy, Kool G Rap & Billy Danze (M.O.P.)

14.) "Skys Are Grey" feat. Quan, Oddisee & Nature

15.) "You Make Me Stronger" Kool G Rap & Ma Barker

16.) “Mo Money” Uncle Murder

17.) “FOH” " f/ The Abnormals

18.) "Freestyle" f/ Supernatural



***All Tracks Produced By Doc Ish

Singer/Songwriter Darnell Levine Heads On SESAC Sponsored Tour









SINGER/SONGWRITER/PRODUCER, DARNELL LEVINE, ANNOUNCES 12-CITY TOUR AS PRECURSOR TO NEW SINGLE RELEASE FORMAT














The SESAC sponsored tour will bring high energy and excitement to packed out venues while etching another notch on Levine’s touring and performing ‘belt’


Nashville, TN —Imagine a unique hybrid of a young Al Jarreau, mixed with the swag of Ryan Leslie, live shows packed with the intensity of Janelle Monae, and the engaging body instrumentation similar to Bobby McFerrin (“Don’t Worry, Be Happy”). The unapologetically talented Darnell Levine is a culmination of quality music that makes one long for more; with a blend of R&B, soul, and a hint of jazz. Along with his 6-piece band, Levine is hitting the road to share his energy and musical genius with the world as he announces The Tour. Sponsored by SESAC, the 12-city U.S. tour will begin in Baltimore, MD on April 22 and end back in Nashville, TN on May 31.


As an emerging artist Levine delivers a musical escape as listeners are engaged in his honest vocal delivery, strong sense of melody, and lyrical balance. Levine’s music speaks for itself and evokes a variety of emotions which are rarely all found in one place. His live show is indeed ‘all the way live’ as he has fans on their feet, rocking in their chair, and head bobbing. “I wanted to create a show where people would be into the music like no one was watching.”


The Louisville, KY native and Music City based singer, songwriter, and producer has been been absorbed in music since a young age, later adding trained percussionist and self-taught pianist to his repertoire. Like many soulful singers, Levine began in church and school choirs but credits most of his musical “schooling” from listening to the Bee Gees, Ray Charles, The Carpenters, Earth, Wind, & Fire, Sam Cooke, and Luther Vandross during long family trips.


During The Tour, Levine will feature songs from his 2006 debut album We Gon’ Use What We Got along with his 2007 and 2008 EP releases, Press Record: Live EPone and Journal Entries. Darnell will also gauge the audience on some of his newest tracks including latest singles, “So Nice to Be Loved” and “Monique”. “It is important to me that the fans love the music. Sometimes I work alone, right now I want to work with my fans to create the magic. If they like it live, they will probably like it in their stereos too.















Darnell is also a forward thinking artist, starting a simple hashtag trend on twitter, #IAMMUSIC, that has evolved to much more. Called “A Lifetime Trend”, #IAMMUSIC is a platform for artists and fans to support good music virally and inspire a lifestyle that becomes the music, the inspiration, the art. Levine has also created a new artist release system known as the Single Release Format. Using this format, he will release a new single from his latest unreleased album every several months throughout 2010 & 2011. “I feel like each song needs it’s just due both virally and physically, and fans don’t have to be so pressured to listen to me all at once. I’m a slow burn." He’ll be releasing premier free downloadable mixtapes and tour consistently throughout the next two years to cultivate his strong and steady following both nationally and internationally.


The Tour will add an additional stamp to Levine’s extensive musical passport. With a new single, “So Nice To Be Loved”, the #IAMMUSIC platform, and a U.S. Spring Tour, Darnell Levine is positioning himself to be the ‘Artist to Watch’ in 2010.


To receive tour updates or hear music visit www.DarnellLevine.com or follow www.twitter.com/followinglevine.



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Mysonne ft D.O.T & Sadat X "Just Me"

Steve Harvey and Robin Roberts To Host 1st Annual Steve Harvey Foundation Gala


























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STEVE HARVEY AND GOOD MORNING AMERICA'S

ROBIN ROBERTS TO CO-HOST THE

1ST ANNUAL STEVE HARVEY FOUNDATION GALA HONORING ACADEMY AWARD WINNER

DENZEL WASHINGTON




May 3rd Gala To Support Community Change and Youth Mentoring




ATLANTA, GA (March 22, 2010) - On May 3 2010, multi-faceted entertainer Steve Harvey and co-host Robin Roberts of Good Morning America will honor Academy Award winning actor/director Denzel Washington, Geoffrey Canada of the Harlem Children's Zone and Pam El of State Farm Insurance for their commitment to educating children and their passionate advocacy for change in communities. This invitation-only night of unforgettable entertainment and support will be held at Cipriani Wall Street.



As a world-renowned actor, screenwriter, director and film producer, Denzel Washington is the longtime spokesperson for the Boys & Girls Club of America, and also published a bestseller called A Hand to Guide Me, which featured actors, politicians, athletes and other public figures recalling their childhood mentors. Geoffrey Canada is President & CEO of the Harlem Children's Zone, which offers a network of programs to thousands of children and families in Central Harlem. Pam El, Marketing Vice President, has consistently been in the forefront to ensure that State Farm continues to find ways to improve the quality of life not just of their customers, but of the entire community by bringing together various programs, including The 50 Million Pound Challenge and The Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men.



"Honoring Denzel Washington, Geoffrey Canada, and Pam El is a no-brainer," says Harvey. "For so many years, Denzel Washington, Geoffrey Canada and Pam El have been shining examples of leadership not only inspiring all of us, but also changing the lives of future generations. There's no price you can put on the tireless work they've done for children, for education and changing our communities. Robin Roberts has also been a tremendous source of positivity and inspiration, and I can't wait to see what the night brings with both of us hosting!"



Proceeds from the gala will specifically support the Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men. Harvey created this program to break the misguided traits of manhood and to begin to create a generation of men who will one day become responsible husbands and fathers.



Hosting the inaugural Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men during Father's Day Weekend in 2009, Harvey brought 100 teenage boys and their guardians from around the country to his ranch in Dallas. Filled with special guests, camping experiences and mentoring programs, the weekend's goal is to teach the Principles of Manhood to young men so that they may one day achieve their dreams, become better citizens and better men who are emotionally, politically and economically strong. The program's success inspired Harvey to expand his mission nationwide and create 10 satellite mentoring programs this year in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Tampa, Washington DC, Charlotte, Detroit, Philadelphia, New Orleans and Shreveport. This year's Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men will take place in Dallas, June 17th -20th with sponsorship from American Airlines, State Farm, The Home Depot, Hillshire Farm, Glory Foods, Sam's Club, Budget, FBI, Choice Hotels, 21st Century Foundation, Soft Sheen Carson, Kentucky Fried Chicken and Kmart. Several of last year's participants will return this year to serve as junior counselors.



Eligible participants can visit www.SteveHarvey.com, to sign up for the Steve Harvey Father's Day Mentoring Weekend in Dallas. For information about The Steve Harvey Foundation Gala, The Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men or to make a donation, please visit www.SteveHarveyFoundation.com.

DaVinci - "Ben"

Cousin Curtis - Where I'm From

Ciara featuring Ludacris - Ride

Thursday, April 15, 2010

2010 BROOKLYN HIP-HOP FESTIVAL EXPANDS TO FULL WEEK

Brooklyn Bodega, producers of the Annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival (BHF) announced the 2010 dates today - July 5th- July 11th, 2010.

The new weeklong format features a showcase of independent local, national and international talent, panels, film, theater, and of course Main Day performances, and the Family Day Block Party. All events are held throughout Brooklyn from Williamsburg to DUMBO.


Organizers are especially proud to be returning to the Brooklyn waterfront as it is being transformed into New York's premier park space. "We have been fortunate enough to host the Festival along the beautiful Brooklyn coast line since our second year [2006]. When the word came down that our home, Empire Fulton Ferry State Park was being closed for renovation we began to work closely with Regina Meyer and the good people at The Brooklyn Bridge Development Corporation. I am excited that not only are we returning to the Tobacco Warehouse for our Main Day, July 10th but have also added Brooklyn Bridge Plaza and New Dock Street. This increased space will allow us to produce two separate stages as well as build a large marketplace for our vendors."

- Wes Jackson, Executive Director, Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival



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Brooklyn Bridge Plaza at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge


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Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival 2010 Calendar of Events:



· Show and Prove (MON. 7/5) - Showcase of independent local, national and international talent. Public Assembly, 70 North 6th Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

· Bodega Education Initiative (TUES. 7/6) - Day of panel discussions and seminars.

· Hip-Hop Theater (WED. 7/7)

· Classic Hip-Hop Film Night (THURS. 7/8) - Screening of classic Hip-Hop film "Beat Street" as well as shorts from local filmmakers.

· Kickoff Party (FRI. 7/9) - Party to formally welcome Festival goers, past and current artists and community leaders.

· Performance Day (SAT. 7/10) - Culmination of the 2010 programming. Brooklyn Bridge Plaza, New Dock Street and The Tobacco Warehouse - DUMBO, Brooklyn.

· Family Day (SUN. 7/11) - Closing BHF event is a classically, Brooklyn Block party, which focuses on improving the lives of our youth.



More Venues TBA



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The Tobacco Warehouse at Water and Dock Street, DUMBO


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Entering its sixth year the BHF aims to highlight Hip-Hop's legacy as an agent of artistic progression, community building and social change. BHF 2010 events will continue to reflect the full range of Hip-Hop culture, which spans music, film, academics, grassroots empowerment and more.


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Interested in getting your company involved? Brooklyn Bodega is accepting sponsorship and vendor submissions. All interested parties should email Ebonie Jackson (Director of Production) at ebonie@brooklynbodega.com and/or Pamela Bishop (Business Development Coordinator) at pamela@brooklynbodega.com.


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Think you can rock the biggest Hip-Hop crowd in NYC? The Brooklyn Bodega is accepting submissions for BHF EXCLUSIVELY via Sonicbids. The Sonicbids EPK (Electronic Press Kit) is an easy-to-use, web- based graphic interface that contains all the basic information of a musical act such as music, photos, date calendar and riders.



To submit your EPK to our A&R/Talent Buyer staff, visit the BHF page at www.sonicbids.com/BrooklynHipHopFest2010.


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We are also drafting a team of Hip-Hop motivated volunteers. It is never too early to get involved. Volunteers interested in helping with the production, planning or marketing of BHF2010 - Our volunteer coordinators will be on hand to walk you through the great experience of making NYC's largest Hip-Hop cultural event a reality. Reach out and come join this dynamic group of cultural advocates by emailing Corrie Zaccaria (Volunteer Coordinator) at hr@brooklynbodega.com.



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For more info on The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival visit our Facebook page, website and follow us on Twitter


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Brooklyn Bodega is a multimedia content production and branding company. Our brand extends into event production, journalism and critical media analysis, digital and grassroots marketing, radio, video, and content distribution. While The Bodega is best known for producing New York City's largest Hip-Hop event, The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival our expertise also manifests in Brooklyn Bodega Radio, Bodega TV, our blogazine and online home BrooklynBodega.com, and most recently Savannah Boogie Music and Song - a digital content distributor.



The Bodega is made up of an extraordinary group of cultural programmers, marketing professionals, writers, designers and academics who have heeded their own personal call to action and have dedicated themselves to the celebration and preservation of Hip- Hop culture. For our daily musings and more information on how you can be a part of our team of super heroes please visit

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Sunday, April 11, 2010

ARSIN Philadelphia Born & Raised feat. TYLNN & MOOKE G HIDE

Basic Vocab- A Better Way

BASIC VOCAB PREP’S SOPHOMORE LP A BETTER WAY



After Reaching Mainstream Success With “Come Get With It,” Basic Vocab Returns With A Better Way Featuring Appearances From Tanya Morgan’s Donwill & Jesse Boykins III



LP In-Stores April 13th, 2010





Basic Vocab (consisting of Miami, FL natives Mental Growth, JL Sorrell, Tony Galvin) used their debut, The General Dynamic, (2006) as a platform to fully introduce and integrate themselves with the Hip-hop populous at large; and introduce themselves they did with “Come Get With It” as it was featured on Season #5 of HBO’s runaway smash series Entourage and also appeared in an episode of Miami Ink and the group was also featured in esteemed print publications such as Vibe, Urb, The Ave, Elemental, Hip Hop Connection, XLR8R, Miami Herald and were predominantly featured on many of the top Urban Net destinations.



While Basic Vocab continues to climb the Rap hierarchy, the group’s sound architect, Tony Galvin already has a few Platinum plaques on his wall, as he has produced hit singles for Trick Daddy (“Shut Up”) and Trina (“Baddest Bitch”) and produced tracks for Cee Lo, T.I. (“You Know Who”), Young Jeezy (“Show You What It Is”) and T.I. and Nelly’s “Show It To Me”; Tony’s work with T.I. earned him a production deal with T.I.’s Grand Hustle/Atlantic imprint.



One of the most talented upstart producers in Hip-hop, its Tony’s versatility that sets him apart, as his ability to craft and shift from mainstream to golden age headnodders is seamless and rather then make artists conform to one particular style, Tony is able to craft beats that fully compliment the artists he is working with; and that again rings true on A Better Way.



JL Sorell and Mental Growth once again offer a bold and topically diverse subject matter, delving into politically tinged themes, relationship odes (“Why You Do Me Like That”) and feel good party (”There You Are” f/Don Will, “Prescription,” “Just Dance”) starting vibes turning them into a contemporary and utterly refreshing sound with A Better Way. Tracks such as “Prescription” and “There You Are” f/ Don Will have already gained traction and been featured on outlets such as 2Dopeboyz.com, Myspace Music, Onsmash.com, Hiphopdx.com, DJBooth.net, Hiphopgame.com etc.



Ready to reclaim the buzz that was generated from their debut, Basic Vocab returns On April 13th, 2010 with their sophomore LP, A Better Way, and returns in a very good space and very confident in the music they are creating, as Mental Growth confirms “I was in a very good place while recording A Better Way and I’m very proud of this project. Though we will still raise the decibels and violate some noise ordnances with the LP, we also ventured out more artistically and filled some topical voids as well.” Similarly, JL Sorrell offers more insight into the group’s direction “From the music to the lyrics, it was a concerted effort, and we had fun making it- that’s the most important thing. I feel this album is something that is missing from hip-hop right now, its modern music with an old school feel.”



Tracklisting and credits for Basic Vocab’s A Better Way:



1.) A Better Way Intro (produced by Tony Galvin)

2.) Classic (produced by Tony Galvin)

3.) Just Dance (feat. Amir) (produced by Tony Galvin)

4.) Prescription (Produced by Illastrate)

5.) Snippet 1 (produced by Tony Galvin)

6.) Push It To The Side (produced by Tony Galvin)

7.) There You Are f/Donwill of Tanya Morgan (produced by Tony Galvin)

8.) Chill f/Rahsaan (produced by Tony Galvin)

9.) Snippet 2 (produced by Tony Galvin)

10.) Keep It Simple f/Remedy (produced by Tony Galvin)

11.) Club Music (produced by Tony Galvin)

12.) What They Want (produced by Tony Galvin)

13.) Snippet 3 (produced by Tony Galvin)

14.) Sit On Down (Produced by Miami Beat Wave)

15.) Why You Do Me Like That f/Amir (produced by Tony Galvin)

16.) Hot To Death f/Dynas (produced by Tony Galvin)

17.) Snippet 4 (produced by Tony Galvin)

18.) Shine Like A Star f/Jesse Boykins III (produced by Tony Galvin)

19.) Tears f/Anomaly (produced by Tony Galvin)

20.) I Said It (produced by Tony Galvin)

21.) A Better Way (produced by Tony Galvin)

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Basic Vocab- A Better Way

BASIC VOCAB PREP’S SOPHOMORE LP A BETTER WAY



After Reaching Mainstream Success With “Come Get With It,” Basic Vocab Returns With A Better Way Featuring Appearances From Tanya Morgan’s Donwill & Jesse Boykins III



LP In-Stores April 13th, 2010





Basic Vocab (consisting of Miami, FL natives Mental Growth, JL Sorrell, Tony Galvin) used their debut, The General Dynamic, (2006) as a platform to fully introduce and integrate themselves with the Hip-hop populous at large; and introduce themselves they did with “Come Get With It” as it was featured on Season #5 of HBO’s runaway smash series Entourage and also appeared in an episode of Miami Ink and the group was also featured in esteemed print publications such as Vibe, Urb, The Ave, Elemental, Hip Hop Connection, XLR8R, Miami Herald and were predominantly featured on many of the top Urban Net destinations.



While Basic Vocab continues to climb the Rap hierarchy, the group’s sound architect, Tony Galvin already has a few Platinum plaques on his wall, as he has produced hit singles for Trick Daddy (“Shut Up”) and Trina (“Baddest Bitch”) and produced tracks for Cee Lo, T.I. (“You Know Who”), Young Jeezy (“Show You What It Is”) and T.I. and Nelly’s “Show It To Me”; Tony’s work with T.I. earned him a production deal with T.I.’s Grand Hustle/Atlantic imprint.



One of the most talented upstart producers in Hip-hop, its Tony’s versatility that sets him apart, as his ability to craft and shift from mainstream to golden age headnodders is seamless and rather then make artists conform to one particular style, Tony is able to craft beats that fully compliment the artists he is working with; and that again rings true on A Better Way.



JL Sorell and Mental Growth once again offer a bold and topically diverse subject matter, delving into politically tinged themes, relationship odes (“Why You Do Me Like That”) and feel good party (”There You Are” f/Don Will, “Prescription,” “Just Dance”) starting vibes turning them into a contemporary and utterly refreshing sound with A Better Way. Tracks such as “Prescription” and “There You Are” f/ Don Will have already gained traction and been featured on outlets such as 2Dopeboyz.com, Myspace Music, Onsmash.com, Hiphopdx.com, DJBooth.net, Hiphopgame.com etc.



Ready to reclaim the buzz that was generated from their debut, Basic Vocab returns On April 13th, 2010 with their sophomore LP, A Better Way, and returns in a very good space and very confident in the music they are creating, as Mental Growth confirms “I was in a very good place while recording A Better Way and I’m very proud of this project. Though we will still raise the decibels and violate some noise ordnances with the LP, we also ventured out more artistically and filled some topical voids as well.” Similarly, JL Sorrell offers more insight into the group’s direction “From the music to the lyrics, it was a concerted effort, and we had fun making it- that’s the most important thing. I feel this album is something that is missing from hip-hop right now, its modern music with an old school feel.”



Tracklisting and credits for Basic Vocab’s A Better Way:



1.) A Better Way Intro (produced by Tony Galvin)

2.) Classic (produced by Tony Galvin)

3.) Just Dance (feat. Amir) (produced by Tony Galvin)

4.) Prescription (Produced by Illastrate)

5.) Snippet 1 (produced by Tony Galvin)

6.) Push It To The Side (produced by Tony Galvin)

7.) There You Are f/Donwill of Tanya Morgan (produced by Tony Galvin)

8.) Chill f/Rahsaan (produced by Tony Galvin)

9.) Snippet 2 (produced by Tony Galvin)

10.) Keep It Simple f/Remedy (produced by Tony Galvin)

11.) Club Music (produced by Tony Galvin)

12.) What They Want (produced by Tony Galvin)

13.) Snippet 3 (produced by Tony Galvin)

14.) Sit On Down (Produced by Miami Beat Wave)

15.) Why You Do Me Like That f/Amir (produced by Tony Galvin)

16.) Hot To Death f/Dynas (produced by Tony Galvin)

17.) Snippet 4 (produced by Tony Galvin)

18.) Shine Like A Star f/Jesse Boykins III (produced by Tony Galvin)

19.) Tears f/Anomaly (produced by Tony Galvin)

20.) I Said It (produced by Tony Galvin)

21.) A Better Way (produced by Tony Galvin)

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