Shirea Carroll and Danyel Smith at VIBE's Young Jeezy Cover Party at Hotel Gansevoort

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A short conversation with VIBE's Editor-In-Chief, Danyel Smith and her Executive Assistant, Shirea Carroll at Hotel Gonsevoort in early 2008.

JADAKISS UNLEASHES THE LAST KISS ON APRIL 7TH

Legendary rapper Jadakiss, always at the eye of the storm, puts an end to five years of speculation about his new album when the aptly-titled THE LAST KISS arrives in the physical and digital marketplace April 7^th. The first single "Can't Stop Me" produced by Neo The Matrix follows up to the club banger "By My Side" feat. Ne-Yo and street smash "Letter To B.I.G"f t. Faith Evans off the Notorious movie soundtrack. The new album marks the second release on the mega-successful multi-platinum Ruff Ryders label. In the midst of delivering a highly anticipated album Jadakiss has also been working on a sneaker lifestyle website as well as upcoming BET reality show.

      THE LAST KISS is the long-awaited follow-up to Kiss Of Death, the second album by Jadakiss, released June 2004.  The million-selling #1 pop and #1 R&B album turned out a trio of hit singles, starting with “Time’s Up” (featuring Nate Dogg, produced by Scott Storch); then “Why” (featuring Anthony Hamilton, produced by Havoc); and “U Make Me Wanna” (featuring Mariah Carey, produced by Storch).   

      THE LAST KISS picks up where Kiss Of Death left off, with the albums first official single “Can't Stop Me", guest appearances by Ne-Yo(By My Side), "Something Else" ft. Young Jeezy, "One More Step" ft. Styles P., Sheek Louch, Lil’ Wayne, Pharell, Barrington Levy, Avery Storm, Jasmine Sullivan, S.I, Ghostface & Raekwon .  Producers on board the new album project include the Neptunes, Swizz Beatz, Eric Hudson, The Incredibles, Buckwild, Denaun Porter, Needlz, Sean C & LV, and Baby Grande.  

      Kiss Tha Game Goodbye, the solo debut from Jadakiss, was released August 2001.  On the strength of its three chart singles – “Knock Yourself Out” (produced by the Neptunes); “We Gonna Make It” (featuring Styles P. and produced by Alchemist); and “Put Ya Hands Up” – the album rose to #2/R&B and #5/pop, and went on to sell more than three million copies worldwide.  Prior to starting his solo career, Jadakiss spent nearly a decade as a member of the legendary rap collective the L.O.X. (later known as D-Block), whose members included Styles P. and Sheek Louch. 

The Industry Cosign Talks to Slim

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Before performing at The Apollo this past Saturday, March 7th. Slim took a couple of minutes to speak to The Industry Cosign.

Kanye West, Murdoc, & Ahmad on the Wake Up Show: Episode 4

DTP ARTIST WILLY NORTHPOLE JOINS OGPR ROSTER - PEEP HIS BAD A** DJBOOTH.NET FREESTYLE HERE

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WILLY NORTHPOLE'S MYSPACE PAGE

OGPR is happy to annouce the recent inclusion of DTP/Def Jam artist and Phoenix native, Willy Northpole to our artist roster. Willy's debut album, Tha Connect, drops nationwide on June 2nd and his current single, Hood Dreamer, has a radio impact date of March 23rd.

Born William Adams, Willy Northpole's first obstacle was overcome on February 22, 1980, in Phoenix, Arizona the day he was born. A flood that day forced him to be born in a helicopter, which also gave him his first nickname; helicopter baby.

Music has always been a part of Willy Northpole's life. Growing up a Michael Jackson fan, he was influenced early on by rap pioneers such as Kool Moe D and Too Short. These early influences inspired Willy to develop his talents as a performer. Once his mother noticed her son's abilities as a performer, she began entering him in talent shows on Phoenix's south side.

 

Enter Willy's next obstacle: While he was entering talent shows, his father was on the streets; addicted to crack. During this time it was not unusual for Willy to see drug dealers in and around looking for his father. In search of a male role model, Willy began following his cousin Walter "Salt" Morison who was a known member of Broadway Gangsta's. On August 23, 1992 Willy's life was turned upside down when his role model was shot 21 times. After his cousin and role model's brutal murder, Willy's own life began to take a downward spiral when he became a member of Broadway Gangsta's himself and began selling drugs to any and everyone; with his own father as one of his top clients.

 

Not long after, Willy experienced his next obstacle when he was kicked out of South Mountain High School, arrested for armed robbery, and sentenced to almost 3 years in a youth detention facility/jail. From his cell, Willy would experience the highly publicized East/West Coast beef which only fueled his desire to add his substantial skills to the rap game.

 

Upon his release at the age of 18, Willy Northpole set out with a firm focus to make a name for himself in the rap game. Splitting his time between working and the recording studio, Willy began writing rhymes about his experiences and the world around him.

 

After recording what became a classic local anthem titled Garbage Disposal, Willy Northpole hooked up with a rival local emcee named Hot Rod. At the time, Hot Rod was being pursued by G-Unit and asked Willy to come along as his right hand man. Willy's talents were quickly recognized by everyone who crossed paths with him. It was about this time that Willy reconnected with his child hood friend Tiffany J.; a one time Power 92.3 on-air personality, now turned producer & artist manager under Blue Williams at Family Tree Entertainment. With such a rich history together, that began at the age of 8yrs old, it only made sense for these two to team up & hit the industry with marketing they have never seen before. Oddly enough most of this was done by tackling MySpace.

 

Willy has been blessed by the opportunity to record with industry heavy hitters the likes of Ez Elpee, Bangladesh, Trak Starz, Heatmakerz, Reefa, and Nitti to name a few. With his first record deal just inked with Disturbing Tha Peace / Def Jam...Willy is the only rap artist to be signed to DTP representing the West and the ONLY artist signed with major distribution out of Phoenix, Arizona that is born & raised in this city.  

 

For Willy Northpole, obstacles are a part of life, and with this new experience he knows more are to come. But his life so far has taught him that when an obstacle is placed in his way he can rise above it like a Phoenix from the ashes. If he achieves his goal of putting Arizona on his back and on the hip hop map, Willy Northpole will surely be ..Raising Arizona...

 

With lofty ambitions like these and his painful past to motivate him, Willy Northpole can only be destined for success.

 

Here is a link to listen to Willy's contribution to DJBooth.net's new Exclusive Freestyle Series -

 

URL - http://www.djbooth.net/index/freestyles/review/willy-northpole-the-coldest/

 

"The 13th entry in our exclusive freestyle series comes to us courtesy of Willy Northpole, the Disturbing Tha Peace emcee who readers may remember from Drive By Music and B.o.B collabo Hood Dreamer, as well as his guest appearance on Luda‘s Call Up the Homies.  The Phoenix native, who spits over an industry instrumental by Swizz Beatz on his previously-unreleased The Coldest freestyle, is currently busy preparing for the June 2nd release of his debut LP, Tha Connect."

"Shotty On Me" - Riz * Off Gallic Wars Presents Death Before Dishonor Hosted by Sha Money XL & Riz

SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS LAUNCHES "P. TWITTY TV"

What were you doing at 3am? Twittering with Sean "Diddy" Combs perhaps? Thousands of Twitter followers were! In the wee hours of March 5th, Sean "Diddy" Combs unveiled a new twist to Twitter's social networking: "P.
Twitty TV." Via his www.TWITTER.COM/IAMDIDDY page, Diddy took the 140-character "twitt" exchange to another level, adding a video blog component. Diddy issued personal commentary and alerts directing his 50,000+ followers to the new “P. Twitty TV” updates.

By launching "P. Twitty TV," Diddy has created an unprecedented personal social networking experience with his Twitter followers, giving them a nearly real-time view of his daily happenings. Every thirty minutes during the video blog’s first hours, Diddy directed his Twitter followers to "P. Twitty TV" to see candid moments. Currently, Diddy has five episodes on "P. Twitty TV."

The “P. Twitty TV” revolution will be televised, for the digital world. Join www.TWITTER.COM/IAMDIDDY to find out more details. Also, go to www.YouTube.com/DiddyTV to watch “P. Twitty TV” episode #1.

For the past 16 years, Sean “Diddy” Combs has used his artistic vision and entrepreneurial drive to capture and express the sentiments of a generation. As a producer and a performer, he not only created a new musical genre of hip-hop soul, but also catapulted the music and style of African-American youth into the American mainstream. Today, as founder and CEO of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group, Diddy oversees one of the world’s preeminent companies, encompassing a broad range of businesses, including recording, music publishing, artist management, television and film production, fashion, and restaurants.

In recent years, Diddy has added Broadway and film actor, marathon runner, spirits developer, and fragrance producer to his ever-growing list of accomplishments. Having sold 75 million records worldwide, Diddy has left an indelible mark on pop culture.

Movado Interview w/ Mikey Fresh (www.theindustrycosign.com)

True Hip-Hop Stories: The Homeless Emcee

Musiq Soulchild - "sobeautiful"

Musiq Soulchild - "sobeautiful"

Amanda Diva's new FreEP "Spandex, Rhymes, & Soul" download link

Download Link: http://www.zshare.net/download/56393212d67eeed0/

Amanda Diva offers up a new batch of music today with the free, digital release of Spandex, Rhymes & Soul. A hybrid of rap, soul and electronic, the “freEP” features production by Chuck Inglish of The Cool Kids, Green Lantern, Droop-e (son of E-40) of The Pharmaceuticals and more.

Before she goes back into the studio to work on her LP, Diva will perform in NYC and Austin for SXSW (details below). She has previously shared the stage with The Roots, The Cool Kids and Lupe Fiasco and toured across the country with Martha Ambrosius replacing one half of the duo Floetry.

Most recently heard as a featured guest on Q-Tip’s The Renaissance (“ManWomanBoogie” video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejx7vG3WpzM), Amanda first gained recognition for spoken word on Def Poetry Jam. Soon after, she became the face of hip-hop on MTV2 and hosted her own radio show on Sirius for 5 years- “Breakfast at Diva’s”. She currently hosts and produces two popular online tv shows. Diva Speak TV is a humor based news show (http://www.youtube.com/divaspeaktv) and her latest endeavor on KarmaloopTV, Diva Diva Y’all, features exclusive artist interviews (premiere w/ Estelle: http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1287040724/bclid1295326981/bctid14364891001).

Tour Dates
March
7- The Studio @ Webster Hall- New York, NY (w/ J*Davey)
20- SESAC Day Stage Café Austin Convention Center- Austin, TX (5:30pm, SXSW)
21- Buffalo Billiards- Austin, TX (10pm, SXSW w/ Solange)

Tracklist
Gettin’ Started Intro (produced by Slot-A)
Neon (featuring Johnny Polygon, produced by Droop-E)
Duck Til Dawn (produced by Kovas)
Rebels (produced by Kovas)
Devils (produced by Chuck Inglish)
Colorblind (featuring Johnny Polygon, produced by Green Lantern)
Get It Right (produced by Ringo)
Little Things (produced by Ringo)
Heart Strings (produced by Green Lantern)
It Ain’t Rea (produced by Jet Audio)
Supasonic Supanova (produced by Slot-A)
Divaspeakin Outro

ROB KELLY UNLEASHES JUMP AROUND FROM IMPENDING MIXTAPE

Irish MC Rob Kelly has had a highly successful twelve months garnering himself some serious airplay in both his home country as well as stations such as BBC,KISS and XFM in the UK and WNYU and Power 106 in the USA. So it is only right that this lyricist who is fresh off supporting Akon while performing in the Emerald Isle gives his fans what they are looking for....some new music.



Available for free download through Rob's Myspace page, ST PATRICK'S DAY MASSACRE will be available from March 17th. Featuring the already famous collaborations with Memphis Bleek, Slaine and Reef The Lost Cauze with production from Mike Donnelly, GQ Beatz, Show n Prove and Fat Beats' J57 the project is hosted by Rob's DJ, Mo-K.

Also featured on the mixtape is Rob's re-working of the 1992 House of Pain classic JUMP AROUND, which is available by clicking the link below.

http://www.sendspace.com/file/ecyjo3

To check Rob out live he will be performing this Friday at Tripod in Dublin when he opens for
T Pain. For other updates on Rob please check him out at www.myspace.com/robkelly as he gears up to release his first official album KELLS KITCHEN.

Young MC Classic "Stone Cold Rhymin'" Reissued w/ Bonus Tracks + Remixes

STONE COLD RHYMIN’ 2009 STYLE:

 

ON MARCH 17, 2009, DELICIOUS VINYL RELEASES

20TH ANNIVERSARY DELUXE DIGITAL EDITION OF YOUNG MC'S CLASSIC DEBUT ALBUM FEATURING "BUST A MOVE" & "PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE" PLUS RARE BONUS TRACKS AND REMIXES FROM AARON LACRATE, DIPLO AND LE TIGRE’S JD SAMSON AND JOHANNA FATEMAN

 

 

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When it comes to playing it straight, Stone Cold Rhymin' is almost shocking in its innocence. Thirteen songs and zero curse words, the album endures as a quality listen because of Young MC's wit, wordplay, and dazzling elocution...not to mention the funkiness of the music. The album bridges old school sounds and what at the time passed for cutting edge production.

 

Twenty years after its original release, the “Delicious Deluxe Digital Edition” of Stone Cold Rhymin' comes with seven additional tracks not on the original LP. "Principal's Office (Impact Remix)" and "I Come Off (Southern Comfort Mix") are rare mixes from original 12-inches. "I Let Em Know (Matt Dike Remix)" is a promotional mix never before released commercially, while "Pick Up The Pace (1990)" first appeared on the soundtrack to the Steven Seagal movie “Marked For Death.” The other three bonus tracks date from 2008's Delicious RMXXOLOGY project: Diplo's turbocharged versioning of "Bust A Move," Aaron LaCrate and Debonair Samir’s massive club banger “Know How Theme” and the previously unreleased RMX of "Got More Rhymes" from MEN (the collaborative alias of Le Tigre's JD Samson and Johanna Fateman).

 

Produced by Michael Ross and Matt Dike, "Bust A Move" is the song that broke Young MC. It won him a coveted statuette for Best Rap Performance at the 32nd Annual Grammy Awards, where he beat out Delicious Vinyl label mate Tone Loc's "Funky Cold Medina", a song whose lyrics Young had also largely written. (The other songs nominated for Best Rap Performance were De La Soul's anti-anthem "Me Myself And I", DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince's tepid claim "I Think I Can Beat Mike Tyson", and Public Enemy's immortal "Fight The Power".)  The follow-up to "Bust A Move" was "Principal's Office". A midtempo mixture of high school lyrical high jinks over a hurdy-gurdy sample from "Who Could Want More" by 1970s piano man Lee Michaels, "Principal's Office", the track is a favorite of De La Soul producer Prince Paul and Pharcyde producer J-Swift. "Principal's Office" gave Young MC his second consecutive Top Forty hit, and helped propel sales of his debut album to double platinum.

 

Another stand-out cut, "Know How" is an early production by Dust Brothers Michael "EZ Mike" Simpson and John "King Gimzo" King. The song begins with a straightforward, even obvious stacking of samples of "Theme From Shaft" and "Apache" but at the two minute mark it explodes into a sequence of searing rock guitar licks and tasteful, precise, stereo-panned scratching by EZ Mike. With an astutely funky bass line by Kevin O'Neal of the Bus Boys, the song's tight cuts and stacked breaks are the closest prequel to the Dust Brothers' subsequent cosmic cut collage on Beastie Boys' Paul's Boutique.

 

With contributions from Michael Ross, Matt Dike, The Dust Brothers, Flea, Quincy Jones III, Kevin O'Neal and Mario Caldato, Jr., Stone Cold Rhymin’ was a monumental achievement for modern Hip-Hop and pop music.   

 

The “Delicious Deluxe Digital Edition” of Stone Cold Rhymin’ is released March 17, 2009 on Delicious Vinyl.

 

Young MC - Stone Cold Rhymin' - 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition

 

1. I Come Off

2. Principal's Office

3. Bust A Move

4. Non Stop

5. Fastest Rhyme

6. My Name Is Young

7. Know How

8. Roll With The Punches

9. I Let 'Em Know

10. Pick Up The Pace

11. Got More Rhymes

12. Stone Cold Buggin'

13. Just Say No

Bonus tracks:

14. I Come Off (Southern Comfort Mix)

15. Principal's Office (Impact Remix)

16. Bust A Move (Diplo RMX)

17. Know How Theme (RMX by Aaron LaCrate & Debonair Samir)

18. I Let 'Em Know (Matt Dike Remix)

19. Pick Up The Pace 1990

20. Got More Rhymes (MEN RMX)

5 Questions With..... The Vistoso Bosses

1.     Since you are new to the audience, who are The Vistoso Bosses and what should we expect from you?

 

Vistoso Bosses are Taylah.p and Kelci. Two girls that aren't afraid to be themselves and want to show that idea to the world. We want to be role models - good role models. We want to make music that people can understand, relate to and feel. We've always loved the spotlight and now we are finally getting the chance to live out our dreams together! You can expect some really new, fresh, different music. Different looks! A lot of positive things! We actually have a ton of things we are coming up with on our own from clothing to make up. It’s going to be really exciting!

 

2.     This may be a clichéd question, but I will ask simply because of your style, who or what are your musical influences?

 

Everything around us influences us not just music. We like skateboarding, fashion, art and other artists like Tyga and MIA. If we had to pick just one influence it would be our own family because almost everyone in our family has some kind of musical talent. We were just pretty much born into it!

 

3.     So, from my understanding, your MySpace page is quite popular and you are very engaging through The UYL, Ultimate Young Lady. Could you explain what this is and why it’s important?

 

UYL means Ultimate Young Lady, which is a sorority that we started that came from blogging about a real life situation that then it turned into a song and then into a sorority. UYL is basically a loyal friend that doesn't hate, nor get jealous at other friends – no catty behavior. The UYL motto is "No faking, No hatin, No ex-boyfriend dating." We mean it! "The ultimate positive role model". Someone who carries their self well. UYL is very important to us mainly because we can connect with our fans. A lot of girls out there need someone to look up to or are searching for something that they can get involved with that other girls are in too, something to make them feel confident about their self. UYL for us is mainly to show that girls rock and that they can be themselves no matter what.

 

4.     If there was anything you could change about the music industry, what would it be?

 

Vistoso Bosses will bring change and so will other artists because music is always changing.

 

5.     What is it about The Vistoso Bosses that you would like the world to know about?

 

We want the world to know about Vistoso Bosses that we're  unique and very talented writers. Very creative teenagers. We have a new sound and new energy to music. That's why we will have the world saying Vee.eye.es.tee.oh.es.oh have the whole world screaming out Vistosoooooo!

Jim Jones - Na Na Nana Na Na

The Industry Cosign talks to Hip Hop Legend, Dana Dane

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Brooklyn's first gold selling Hip Hop solo artist, Dana Dane, has written a book, Nikki Turner Presents Numbers. The Industry Cosign sits down with Dana Dane to speak about the book and his legendary career and what he has planned for the future!

TORAE & MARCO POLO SIGN DEAL WITH DUCK DOWN RECORDS TO RELEASE COLLOBORATIVE LP

Continuing to add to its growing roster of artists, Duck Down Records welcomes Torae & Marco Polo to the Duck Down Family. The MC/Producer team is prepping a new album entitled "Double Barrel," which will be entirely produced by Marco Polo and is set to be released this Spring.

Marco Polo has proven to be a dynamic producer in Hip Hop working with Kardinal Offishall, Rakim, Kool G Rap, Masta Ace, Boot Camp Clik, Heltah Skeltah, Buckshot, Sadat X, and Large Professor. In the Spring of 2007, Marco Polo released his critically acclaimed album, "Port Authority". Now, less than two years later, he has teamed up with Torae to present "Double Barrel."

Marco Polo states he "was getting tired of Rappers not rapping anymore. Double Barrel sounds like some exciting shit you turn up LOUD and get amped to. Good fighting music, training music, driving music, killing music."
Torae, a Coney Island native, is one of the hardest working MCs in the game today. His last mixtape, "Daily Conversation" (released in 2008) featured production from DJ Premier, 9th Wonder, Black Milk, Khrysis and of course Marco Polo, and received high accolades from the Hip Hop Community.

In speaking on his "Double Barrel album, Torae says that "Marco and I wanted to collaborate on a project, so we decided to record everything together in the studio and give each other feedback and constructive criticism to make the best possible LP. We felt there was definitely a lane open and a void for certain fans; fans like us that missed authentic boom bap, gritty, NYC rap. So that's what we set out to make."

Torae goes on to describe the album as "definitely not like anything that's come out of NY in the last few years. It's more inspired by the music that we liked to listen to coming up. Black Moon, Gang Starr, ONYX, Smif N Wessun, M.O.P., and artists like that. The beats hit hard and are really gritty. My delivery is more aggressive and in your face. It's a colder more abrasive album than what's out there right now. It's just what the heads are complaining isn't available."

On the decision to sign with Duck Down, Torae continues, "it's the perfect move because of the history of the label. They've put out a lot of the artists that inspired us to create music in the first place. They know how to reach our core fan base and cater to the people that love the music and the culture we represent. It was a no brainer to drop "Double Barrel" on Duck Down."

Dru Ha, Co-Owner of Duck Down Records is "excited to secure the deal, as we tried to make a deal for Marco's Port Authority release but missed out. Marco has been consistently contributing quality production to many of Duck Downs’s recent releases so our core fans are familiar with his level of work. We are looking forward to a fully produced album from Marco showcasing Torae.

Singer-Songwriter TONEX To Release His First Album in Five Years on Battery Records

Battery Records, a newly formed imprint under the Sony Music Entertainment’s RCA/ JIVE Label Group umbrella, is pleased announce the release of singer/songwriter TONEX (“Tone-AYE”). His forthcoming album Unspoken, dropping March 17th, will bring his unique talents to the forefront of music. Though TONEX’s name might be new to some, his impactful work has long been a mainstay in the gospel world.

TONEX is indeed a prolific artist, having released three albums on Verity Records over the years, while producing for both gospel, secular and mainstream artists alike. He has also amassed several awards including eight Stellar Awards and two GMA Awards. He also earned a Grammy nomination for Best Soul Gospel Album for his 2004 critically acclaimed album, Out The Box.

TONEX is excited for the shift from the Verity to Battery. On Battery Records he’ll be given the freedom to showcase his true talent as a music-maker. His brand new LP Unspoken features hard-hitting R&B, dance and even a smattering of alternative with its lead single "Blend.” The timely song addresses the need to stay true to oneself. "I knew that ‘Blend’ was going to be the lead single from the start,” TONEX stresses. “It represents who I've been all along by bringing that artist to the masses for the first time."

For TONEX, Unspoken is a transitional album that heads in a more mainstream direction but yet still targets his longstanding gospel segment. Says TONEX, “I didn't want to alienate the fan base generated from the Out the Box phenomenon. Even though I appreciate that album's success, I felt that there were so many people from different demographics I still had yet to reach. I made the transition from Verity Records to Battery Records to facilitate that career evolution."

Unspoken conveys TONEX’s variety, musical prowess and adaptability. A dreamer, TONEX’s dream of showcasing his rare spectrum of talents to an R&B audience is coming true. The project will be marketed to not only gospel music lovers but also mainstream R&B music lovers. Battery Records stands wholly behind TONEX and his ambitious project. Battery Records’Neil Levine adds “It is important that TONEX keeps his credibility within the gospel community while Battery helps him expand to a more mainstream audience.”

Battery Records was formed to develop young urban talent, in an age where such development is sorely lacking. Neil Levine, Battery Records’ Senior Vice President and General Manager, aims to uncover and cultivate young talent and thereby create an indispensable niche in the marketplace.

Streams:

"Blend"
http://media.audibletreats.com/Tonex-Blend.asx


MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/theofficialtonex

Label Site:
http://www.batteryrecords.net/

Brooklyn MC Magg-1 Drops Anticipated New Single "Juice"

Magg-1, the talented and anticipated rapper from Brooklyn, NY, has released his new single, “Juice” produced by GQ Beats. Already a street anthem, “Juice” is poised to gain the attention of the Hip-Hop masses across the board.

The Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn native is no stranger to the streets. At the age of 8, Magg witnessed his mother’s murder at the hands of his own stepfather, by 17, he was forced to drop out of school and support himself. He took hip-hop as a home, the streets as a school, and the future as his focus.

The hot new single comes on the back of a strong buzz, garnered from several Hip-Hop DVDs, artist showcases, and mixtapes. His latest mixtape, Magg-1 “Gameface”, is available now from datpiff.com.

As the new voice of the streets, Magg-1 is poised to become one of the most visible and influential artists in today’s industry. Fans can request the single now, and listen to it online at www.myspace.com/maggone. “Juice”, is produced by GQ Beats, the creative producer who has produced songs for the likes of M.O.P., and Lil Kim.

Radio Stations, music directors and DJs can listen to and download Magg-1’s song, by clicking the link below. “Juice” is currently going for ads.





Magg-1
Juice - produced by GQ Beats | Download Radio Edit
UnderGround Giants Entertainment
www.myspace.com/maggone

True Hip-Hop Stories: Sadat X of Brand Nubian

True Hip-Hop Stories: Sadat X of Brand Nubian from D-Nice on Vimeo.

Fat Joe Talks about 'The Elephant In The Room' (March 2008)

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Fat Joe speaks to, well, it was for Vibe.com, but the footage was never aired, so now it's The Industry Cosign about his album, The Elephant In The Room at The New Era store in New York City.

Cymarshall Law Visits Vimby.com's "Back Yard"

VIMBY - Backyard CyMarshall Law

Yo! Raps & Coast 2 Coast To Release 31 Mixtapes In 31 Days

Yo! Raps Partners With Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes To Release 31 Mixtapes In 31 Days

Yo! Raps, www.yoraps.com, officially joined forces with Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes to present you the March Mixtape Madness. Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes in conjuction with Yo! Raps, Foundation Magazine, and DatPiff.com will release 31 exclusive mixtapes in 31 days! The promotion will feature new and exclusive music from all the biggest urban artists and includes exclusive Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes from Talib Kweli, Yung Joc, Sha Stimuli, Reks, Cymarshall Law, Wordsmith, St. Laz, Lil Fats, Illaj, Triple Threat, Miz, Mikey Bloodshot, Jusmula, DJ Noodles, DJ Scope, DJ Decko, Risingsun International and many more. All the mixtapes will be available for free download at www.Coast2CoastMixtapes.com. March marks a new era in the world of mixtapes as Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes will release a full length project every day, totaling 31 mixtapes in 31 days. This feat is unprecedented in the industry. The combined efforts of Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes, Yo! Raps, Foundation Magazine, and DatPiff.com are responsible for making this project a success. "This Coast 2 Coast project takes things to another level. To drop 31 mixtapes in 31 days is crazy. We at Yo! Raps are proud to be a part of the project," - Kai Denninger, CEO of Yo! Raps Magazine. Coast 2 Coast March Mixtape Madness - Intro Mixtape (Day 1) CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE MIXTAPE TRACKLISTING 1. Sha Stimuli - March Mixtape Madness Intro Freestyle 2. Lil Fats, Reed Dollaz, Tekneek, Big Lou & Sandman - Coast 2 Coast Cypher 3 3. Jay Rock ft. Busta Rhymes - Beat A Rapper Down 4. T. Soprano ft. Bun B & Mikey Vegaz - 50 G's 5. Talib Kweli & Idle Warship - Girls On The Dance Floor (Remix) 6. Lil Fats ft. Lil Wayne & Lloyd - To The Top 7. Illaj - Not The One 8. Nino Bless - Can I Live (March Mixtape Madness Freestyle) 9. Tone Trump - March Mixtape Madness Freestyle 10. E. Ness - March Mixtape Madness Freestyle 11. E. Ness - Day N Night (Remix) 12. Add-2 - Street Lights 13. Cymarshall Law - MC Murderer 14. Miz - Nothin To Somethin 15. Lil Fats ft. St. Laz. - They Said 16. Illaj - Fuckin Wit You 17. Mikey Vegaz - Mafia Music 18. DJ King Assassin ft. Wordsmith-How U Like Me Now 19. T-Bone - The Rim Shop 20. MYFAM Productions - MYFAM Boyz 21. Loose Leaf - The Realest 22. Loka - This Shit's Pointless

Talib Kweli, Jean Grae and Strong Arm Steady at The Apollo (Late 2007)

Lin Que Performance at Negril Village