Monday 11 January 2016

Cappo - O.O.B (Video)

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Nottingham's enigmatic son, Cappo, returns with his new single and video for "O.O.B" 

Watch the out of body experience below and then cop the single on iTunes.

Danse - FUSMD feat. April Oneill (Video)

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Danse of BKLYN STICKUP

Danse of Brooklyn Stickup returns with a new video for his single "FUSMD". Accompanied by April Oneill on vocals, Danse delivers an homage to the underdog. Despite the no nonsense lyrics on the track, he shows a sense of hope and personal accomplishment with the guests in the visuals. #FUSMD

Watch the video below and pick up the single on iTunes now.



Friday 20 November 2015

More Bounce & The Remedy Sessions present DJ Boogie Blind

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DJ Boogie Blind

Back in Manchester once again, More Bounce and The Remedy Sessions present DJ Boogie Blind. The DJ for Pharoahe Monch, Lord Finesse and current member of The X-ecutioners will be playing live at The Live Room on December 11th. Definite party starter.

He'll be supported on the night by Mikey DON, DJ Omas and El Statiko. Tickets and information over on the Facebook event page.

Also, check Bloc2Bloc's footage from the last time he rocked Manchester below.



Thursday 19 November 2015

Pusha T - Untouchable (Video)

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Pusha T

"King Push" is on the way but until then Pusha T releases the video for "Untouchable".

Your Old Droog - We Don't Know You (Video)

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Your Old Droog

A couple of weeks ago, Your Old Droog dropped the video for "We Don't Know You". The incredibly chill produced DJ Skizz track appears on Droog's "The Nicest EP" which is available now. Check the animated video below.



Phat Kat - Rededication (Video)

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Phat Kat's Re-Dedication To The Suckers

Detroit legend Phat Kat drops the visual for his first single from his album "Re-Dedication To The Suckers". The video for "Rededication" is a brif reminder of what you've been missing since the last album a few years back. Check it below.

Friday 13 November 2015

Triple Darkness - A Cup Of Spiders (Video)

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Triple Darkness drop a new video from their latest album "Darker Than Black" with the single "A Cup Of Spiders". With production from Ringz Ov Saturn and cuts from Evil Ed, we hear verses from Crown Nectar, Cyrus Malachi, Ray Vendetta and Black Prophet.

The album is available in both digital and physical formats via Bandcamp and Suspect Packages. Vinyl will also be available soon.

AZ - Back To Myself ft. SoShy (Video)

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AZ

AZ returns with the new single and video "Back To Myself". A laid back track on an unorthodox beat for AZ but hopefully this means we're closer to the release of his elusive sequel "Doe Or Die 2". That remains to be seen but this single is available on iTunes now.

Thursday 12 November 2015

Skyzoo in Manchester

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Skyzoo (Photo credit: Joey Amandola)

On November 20th, ShedTheLight welcome the debut appearance of Skyzoo to Manchester. This show has been a long time coming considering the length of time Skyzoo has been around and putting out music.

The Brooklyn native is fresh off the release of his latest long player, Music For My Friends and a busy schedule promoting the project. This follows last year's collaborative album with his partner in rhyme Torae with their Barrel Brothers album.

Originally slated to appear at the Q Cavern in Piccadilly, the show has been moved to The Mint Lounge on Oldham Street in The Northern Quarter. You can check the event page here on Facebook for further information and tickets. Support on the night comes from Room2 artists Dubbul O & Pro P and also DMC finalist El Statiko.

In the meantime, check a couple of Sky's latest videos, both solo and with Apollo Brown and Torae. Also, be sure to watch an interview/concert he did for Brooklyn's BRIC TV below.





Wednesday 19 August 2015

Kendrick Lamar Interviews N.W.A. (Video Interview)

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Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, MC Ren & DJ Yella (Photo: Billboard)

Kendrick Lamar recently had the chance to interview the four remeaining members of N.W.A. for Billboard magazine. DJ Yella, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube and MC Ren were all present to talk about all things N.W.A.

They talk about the start of the group, the artists they listen to nowadays, Eazy-E, the group's legacy and the bond they have to this day.

Watch the full interview below.

Monday 17 August 2015

Onra - Anything feat. The Doppelgangaz (Video)

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Onra

Paris based producer Onra returns with the second video from his 80's inspired album "Fundamentals". This time he enlists The Doppelgangaz on the track "Anything". When it comes to women, they aren't picky. All they ask is that you have a pulse and no wedding ring...

Check the video below. "Fundamentals" is available now.

Friday 14 August 2015

Finale - Odds & Ends (Album)

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Finale


Today sees the release of the anticipated new album from Detroit's Finale. After a long absence between projects, Finale has linked with Oddisee who produces "Odds & Ends" in its entirety. Released through the always trustworthy Mello Music Group, you can add another title to the already impressive discography.

Stream/buy below and also available on iTunes.

Black On Both Sides - A Hip-Hop Time Machine

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At the end of August for the bank holiday, a new Hip-Hop night is being launched at The Ruby Lounge in Manchester. "Black On Both Sides". Taking the name from the classic album from Mos Def in the Rawkus years, the night looks to transport us back to the summer of 1999 when the LP was released.

Using this record as a starting point, expect to hear Hip-Hop that was prominent at the turn of the millennium. The 1's and 2's are in the capable hands of DJ Lee Majors (More Bounce), DJ A-UP and Agent J with Bedos (In The Loop) on hosting duties.

Read the flyer above (or below) for details and a closer look at the theme of the night. Links for mixes from DJs on the night can be found here Lee Majors and here In The Loop. Hope to see you all there!



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DJ Lee Majors

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Bedos, DJ A-Up & Agent J (Photo: Air Adam Photography)
















Monday 10 August 2015

Sean Price 1972 - 2015

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Sean Price aka Ruck



By now, I'm sure most of you will have heard the awful news of the passing of Sean Price of Boot Camp Clik. The only details that have been disclosed are that he passed away in his sleep in the early hours of Saturday 8th August. He was only 43.

It's taken a couple of days to digest but I wanted to share a few words of my own. An influx of tributes and words about Ruck flooded social media over the weekend and rightly so. It seems whenever any artist is taken so soon that nothing but positive things can be said about the individual. This time it's legit.

Sean Price was loved. His music was and is remarkable but this time it's more than music. Anyone who knew him personally or met him at shows or in interviews will attest to how charismatic, hilarious and humble he was. He definitely wasn't humble in his rhymes though!

I was lucky enough to meet him at his show in Manchester late last year and spend some time with him on his early morning trip back to the airport. I tagged along to make sure Didjit didn't fall asleep at the wheel! Although P had little to no sleep after his show, he was nothing but gracious and funny the whole time. I'm happy I had those few moments with him.

He made amazing music, was a top tier lyricist, had a great live show and had the big personality to boot. I think many would agree that he is a massive loss to Hip-Hop and the friends and family he left behind. Rest in peace, P.

His new mixtape "Songs In The Key Of Price" is due to drop in a couple of weeks which makes the timing even more tragic. Check Peter Rosenberg's Real Late tribute mix below.






Tuesday 4 August 2015

Manage - Soul Root (Video)

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Manage

I've definitely been lacking on the posts as of late. I don't really have an excuse other than lack of inspiration to publish any new content. Maybe that's more of a reason than an excuse.

Anyway, I was snapped out of that funk yesterday when I was treated to the new offering from Manage. As a member of Caxton Press and before that, Chain Of Command, Manage has come through with the goods. Classic UK music.

Check out the new video for "Soul Root" as Runone delivers a throwback soundscape for Manage to let loose on. Love this track.