Mos Def Time II

LOVE <3>

We live the now for the promise of the infinite

Love & Peace

My folks said they was in love when they had me
I take they love they made me wit to make rhymes and beats

Mos Def Time

People...........I'm going to see Mos Def On Thursday 15 April 2010 @ Shepherds Bush Empire!

Thought I might as well Upload some track over the next couple of days to pre-hype me and share the love! :P

Can't Waittt!!! Its gonna be a serious gig!

Erykah Badu - Window Seat

Shes Baaaaaack!

Everyone has been going on about how controversial the video for 'Window Seat' is.. the fact that she strips down.

True it is a good twist, but the message behind the video itself is so much stronger and meaningful then a bit of Booootaay.

In the beginning of the the Video, a radio clip is used that is very similar to the radio transcript that was aired as JFK reached the same location to where Erykah filmed her video.

Mz Badu Walks through the streets of Dallas, going down the exact route that JFA walked through before being murdered. As she walks down the street she begins to remove items of clothing before she ends up naked at the same spot where JFK was assassinated, where she is then shot in the head.

The video was shot with a hidden camera so apparently people didn't know she was filming anything, and if anything they thought she was a random lady losing the plot.

The video was shot on the 13th March 2010 with no pre-warning to the public.

So I would definitely suggest everyone watching it a couple of times:

First time: To see the hype of Erykah's Booty! LOL!

Second time: Really take in the lyrics and the concept of the video!

Algebra..Nah Not Math!!!

I feel so shamed to say I only discovered this talented lady 6months ago!!

Shout out to Lastfm.com for blessing me with such a wonderful vocalist!!

Now usually when I hear the word 'Algebra' I wanna run a mile as I cannot stand maths!!! But little did I expect to associate it with an angelic sounding songstress!

Through her voice and the melody this neo-soul raw talent uncovers a heart-felt, vulnerable style that is overwhelmingly powerful and at times breath taking.

As soon as she sang the first couple of words of one of her songs "In this time", I was immediately captivated and wanted to hear more. The more I got into the track the more she began to sound very close to India Arie. (I even made my sister hear her, and her first reaction was "is this India Arie?")


Algebra has featured on a number of neo-soul tracks, alongside the sounds of Anthony Hamilton, Eric Roberson. Prior to releasing her album Purpose, Algebra contributed to other musical artist albums such as Musiq Soulchild and India Arie.


Purpose was released in late 2008. Algebra chose this title as she says:

“The defining moment of purpose is when you realise all that you have is worth less than nothing and still, life is worth living.”

Lowkey- OBAMA NATION

Taken from Lowkey's forthcoming album Soundtrack To The Struggle...

"The American Dream only makes sense if your sleeping"

I'm not Anti-America, America is Anti-Me!

"I call Obama a bomber....
...Because those where YOUR bombs!!"

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If you like what you saw and heard.. show your support and Love....


☞☞☞☞Go to Youtube, ..Leave your comments.., share the video..pass it on


☞☞☞Go to iTunes.... download his material.


☞☞Until it Drops go to iTunes and buy Lowkey's official new track that was released on iTunes a the beginning of March 2010... 'Something Wonderful'

To hear and purchase it click here! Its that simple!!!

☞Follow Lowkey on Facebook




Also cop a listen to his exclusive track with none other than the outspoken Hip Hop Artist Immortal Technique with Voice of the Voiceless.



Buy!! Don't Bootleg!!!

Lil Wayne- Will be Sharing Pen Showers after ALL!!

Lil Wayne will serve a one year sentence for the possession of a loaded gun in 2007.

But due to "dental" reasons, Lil Wayne won't be starting his jail sentence until March of this year.

Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr spoke about not wanting to go jail by any means-

I'd rather be pushin' flowers, than to be in the pen sharin' showers.- A Milli

Clearly didn't do a good job in staying away from the Soap dropping Scene.

People have been twittering all throughout yesterday, starting trends such as #lettertoweezy and #freeweezy ..... Some are really talking positively to Lil Wayne, while others are mocking his situation.... Here are a few:

Food_4_Thoughts #lettertoweezy well now #skysthelimit to how many men u can kiss n the mouth without paparazzi askn u... ur suspectness now has #noceilings

_ABS0LUTE #lettertoweezy make sure you leave that rockstar lyfestyle in the pen. . you might not make it! I like that raw uncut no ceilings wayne

shee_wanjiku #lettertoweezy better stock up on that lubricant...

@AveStarLJ: #lettertoweezy I hope this isn't your cellmate http://twitpic.com/11ix58 hey got a big ass

@MikoRockss #LetterToWeezy who's picture r u gonna post on ur "jack off wall" in prison.... trina, shanell, nicki minaj or Baby?! LMFAO

Kimut1986 #lettertoweezy dont lick it like a lollipop

@DamnThatMark one more #lettertoweezy u sure as hell gon be lickin a lotta lollipops :)

@DBaby_24: #lettertoweezy Dial not only makes bar soap, the have quite a line up of liquid soaps. You should invest in these.

hcdaniels07 #lettertoweezy I love you =)

robis4real if you was apart of the #freeweezy trending topic #shooturself he didn't even go to jail yet

drewkossen Haha... Wayne got jail postponed because he had 'teeth work' to do. Saved by the grill. #freeweezy

@RealVuittonBond: #lettertoweezy Are you still alive? Cuz you said "I'd rather be pushin flowers than to be in the pen sharin showers"... #JustSayin.

itzfresh #switch now bangin that weezy! #freeweezy!!!!!! let ma people goo!!! (bitch)

princexlee #freeweezy pls i miss him already #nohomo


It is highly unlikly that he will complete his One year sentence...Coz Which Famous rapper does so these days???


There are just too many rappers in and out of Jail.. to name a few:


Foxy Brown , Lil Kim, Prodigy, T.I, Gucci Mane, Mystikal, Shyne, DMX.


On a serious tip... This isn't a great look for any of them! What role models are they to the Youth of today? Its messed up!


You gotta Lead by example and right now they all need to take a step back and fix up! Easier said than done....... #Iwasjustsayin :P

Shank: Out Late March 2010

This is a new movie from the distributors of KiDULTHOOD.


Staring Bashy aka Ashley Thomas, Adam Deacon ( from KiDULTHOOD and AdULTHOOD) and Kaya Scodelario (Skins) Shank brings to the screen what 2015 could look like if Street Gangs take over.

with the tag line:

If you're not one of us, you're a victim

, Director Mo Ali, and writer/producer Paul Van Carter

gives the audience the attitude and the approach that these raw teenagers lead.

The film looks like its gonna be just as brutal and jaw dropping as the gang related movies that Noel Clarke wrote ;KiDULTHOOD and AdULTHOOD (and directed).

Looking forward to: Seeing Bashy on the Big screen and another successful British movie directed at youth.

Hoping its not going to be another typical Street crime movie with an obvious plot!

In the meantime... Here's the Trailer:

Lowkey- Something Wonderful

This track speaks for itself.

The production is Powerful and his profound lyrics are really felt throughout the entire track. "Something Wonderful" is directed as well as dedicated to women from all backgrounds and struggles. This track is definitely ''Something Wonderful"


Show your support☞☞☞☞Go to Youtube... Leave your feedback


☞☞☞☞☞☞ Go to iTunes and download it when it drops


☞☞☞☞Follow Lowkey on Facebook


Until it Drops go to iTunes and buy Uncensored, Dear Listener and his exclusive track with none other than the outspoken Hip Hop Artist Immortal Technique with Voice of the Voiceless.

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DJ RNS

I came across this DJ via Twitter, just goes to show how useful it is!! :P


So I get a notification saying "DJ RN$ is now following you on twitter"....


Me being me, I forgot to follow it up, a few months later, I finally check out his page and I came across the link for his homepage: www.DJRNS.com


Jheeeez, don't know about ya'll but back in the day R&B Mixtapes were the Sheeet in the UK, but these days people only ever do Hip Hop/Rap/Grime mixtapes, so to come across MANY R&B/Slow Jams Mixtapes, just made my day!


Anyone who knows me, know my passion for music and how I like to spread the L.o.v.e.


FYI.. He has a wide range of mixtapes from Reggae, R&B, Hip Hop, including 90s HIPHOP (my fav era!!!!)


Salute to DJ RNS.


Here are a few links to d/l his mixtapes, if you want more check his webpage.


Show your support and follow him on Twitter

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Mohammed Yahya-A World Full of Sin

Show Your Support! Go to the link......... Share your Comments and Spread the Love!


Buy! Don't Bootleg!!

Purchase your copy of Mohammed Yahya's album on Justmuslim now

Rebel Muzik- Monthly Event

Rebel Muzik is a monthly event that is dedicated for music and spoken words.


The audience is mixed from young teenagers to a more mature age group. This night is unpredictable and is filled with unique performances.


Rebel Muzik takes place every first Thursday of every month, where there are special appearances from a number of artists, however it is also an open mic event so anyone can sign up to take the stage, even on the very last minute..


This night was created and hosted by Muhammed Yahya (Music Artist) and Muneera Rashida (one half of 'Poetic Pilgrimages) where they give an opportunity for anyone to take the mic and express their views, passion and ideas to an intimate, family like, audience.


This event has attracted a number of artist such as Lowkey, Fidel, Maskiah, Muslim Belal, Raggo Zulu Rebel, Best Kept Secret, Young Ummah, Hasan Salaam and Segge Dan


Located in the heart of West London, Rebel Muzik is a night not to be missed. If you like a laid back atmosphere filled with positive vibes themed by underground/old school Hip Hop Beats, then look no further.


Location: 3-5 Thorpe Close
Ladbroke Grove
London
(Venue may vary from each date)


When: First Thursday of every month


Time: Doors are open from 7, Open mic begins at 8.30
Finishes around 11pm


Food and Drink can be purchased at venue.

Lowkey, Ashley Walters Featuring REVEREND AND THE MAKERS (prod by FAITH SFX)

A new one, that was leaked last night..

I'm actually excited about this track!

Track entitled REVOLUTION Part II

Lyrical content is deep... the beat is BIG

"Stand up for your rights to fight for Revolution.... coz they killing us all"

Show You support... go to the page...leave a comment... add as favorite ....go to iTunes and BUY Revolution Part I

http://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/revolution-feat-mic-righteous/id340715527?i=340715668

Buy!! Don't Bootleg!!

My Favorite Garage Track

The era of garage was prob the best years of UK Urban Music!


The beats and the vocals together with the bait 'DJ EZ' mixing... It was the perfect combination.


Who remembers 95.8FM.... Craig David and Artful Dodger, Every friday nights... Craig David singing over every track... while 'Art-ful' Dodger mix and blend!?!?!


I can never forget the day Craig David sang over Shola Ama- Imagine... I still sing over the same parts..



This era is when pirate stations where big and So Solid where on it... Romeo and Harvey.. (can't remember who else) ..... But I used to lock in to all their sets .....


Loved off Pirate.... that i went into it myself.. got to play big beats... Real talent..


Then Wiley came along with Kano and wiped out Garage... then came grime...... then Funky.... What a shame......Garage was the one!!!




My Top 5 Garage beats....




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Scorcher- Dark Knight

Scorchers new video..

Buy it!!! Don't Bootleg!!!

Rebel Muzik

Promo.. An event Not to be Missed!!!!

Salaam and Love People!


As we approach the end of 2009 its time to celebrate with a Rebel Muzik End of Year Special!


Taking place on 17th December 2009!


Poetic Pilgrimage will also be giving away FREE copies of their 9 track Star Women download to the first 30 people through the door!


The line-up will be packed with extra special performers all bringing their unique blend of Rebel Muzik to entertain and inspire you




*Genesis Elijah - South London's Finest
www.genesiselijah.com


*Fidel - Acoustic Conscious Soul Brother
www.myspace.com/fidelmusic1


*Floetic Lara - Powerful Songstress and Revolutionary Poet
www.myspace.com/floeticlara




*Raggo Zulu Rebel - Roots-Rock Hip Hop
www.myspace.com/raggozulurebel




*Saffia - Upcoming Singer and Poet




*Mujahid - Street Poetry (Formerly of Young Umma)




*Muhamadiyya - Spiritual Islamic Music




Hosted by Mohammed Yahya and Muneera Rasheeda (from Poetic Pilgrimage)


Music from KMT and Pilgrim Samurai Sound System
DOORS OPEN @ 7pm


Delicious Caribbean food will be available on the night.


OPEN MIC BEGINS @ 8:30pm


VENUE: Inn on the Green, 3-5 Thorpe Close, Ladbroke Grove, W10 5XL


NEAREST TUBE: Ladbroke Grove
ENTRY FEE: £5 all night

He’s once… Twice…Three times.. I mean Four times a Father!

Who’s your daddy? Well for 3 children and one unborn child Lil Wayne is!!

Wow just when you thought he was too busy to have a personal life, Lil Wayne has gone and got a fourth woman pregnant.

I’m sure you're trying to do the maths One…Two… erm don’t worry I’ll break it down for you… four babies by four different baby mama’s = Baby Mama Drama x 4

In the most recent interview with Tim Westwood, Lil Wayne – whose real name is Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. confirmed that Nivea, R&B singer, had become pregnant with his FOURTH child, although that’s all he shared with the DJ.

That makes it three children in one year!

I feel an episode of Maury Povich coming on “And for one year-old Jr, Weezy You ARE the father” or “Lil Wayne: You sooo rich, then where the $%!* is my child support money?”

Actress and model, Lauren London gave birth to a baby boy last month to his second son, Lennox Samuel Ari.

In October 2008 the former Cash Money Records president announced at the annual BET Hip-Hop Awards that he was expecting his first son in just a “couple of days.” However the mother of Dwayne Carter III, has never been named.

The 27-year-old rapper fathered his first child, daughter Reginae, with ex-wife Antonia “Toya” Carter when he was only 15-years-old.

Here’s 411 on what’s been happening in the previous episodes of the baby mama drama: Nivea was previously married to The-Dream and gave birth to their daughter Navy Talia 4 years ago, they recently got divorced… The Dream then started dating Christina Millian then secretly got married in Vegas last month, In the mean time Lil Wayne got With Nivea and Bam Shes pregnant with her second child … wait I already said that LOL

http://www.l23magazine.com/2009/10/15/he%E2%80%99s-once%E2%80%A6-twice%E2%80%A6three-times-i-mean-four-times-a-father/

Jay Sean Makes History…. Twice!!

British singer Jay Sean has taken over the US number one spot, removing Black Eyed Peas off the top spot.

After a mind blowing 26 weeks at the top of the US charts with ‘Boom Boom Pow‘ and ‘I Gotta Feeling’, Jay Sean new single ‘Down’ featuring Lil Wayne, shot to the number one position on the Billboard Hot 100 after selling 1.5 million downloads in total.

"It's just incredible to have reached number one with my first release in America," the 27-year-old said.

The 27-year-old West London R&B singer & Songwriter who was originally signed to Virgin records and then Jaydad (his own record label)/2point9 Records, quit all labels as he felt they were making him sound too popish for his liking.

Sean goes on to express how he feels: "It's difficult for me to put into words, my head is spinning. I've been grinding hard for the last seven years releasing records independently and now to have the biggest record in the USA this week, it's just a dream come true."

In 2008, Jay Sean appeared at the Mobos and announced that he was signed to Cash Money records, which is home to Lil Wayne, Juvenile, Baby/Birdman and very recently Bow Wow. “Ride It” singer has made history again by becoming the first ever British Asian to be signed to a US record label….Go On Son!!!

Leona Lewis topped the US charts with her song Bleeding Love last year, while Soul II Soul, Mark Morrison, Floetry, Craig David, MIA and Estelle have broken into the top 10 in the past.

http://www.l23magazine.com/2009/10/13/jay-sean-makes-history%E2%80%A6-twice/

I Am Not My Hair…

SOLANGE KNOWLES ditches her hair saving her a flabbergasting $40,000 a year.

Solange Knowles appeared on the Oprah Winfrey show to discuss her addiction she had to looking good, with her drug being Hair extensions & Weave.

Beyonce’s little sister, Solange, “pulled a Britney” earlier this year and has shaved her head. I know what your thinking! OMG! But it’s not as bad as you think! According to the Daily Mail Solange wrote on her Twitter page that she was going through a 'I wanna cut all my Hair off & have a fade (cropped haircut) phase'.

As expected, being the sister of the R&B Diva, Beyonce, means she gets a lot of attention. The singer, who released a number one record “I decided” in 2008, has joked that the constant comparisons to her superstar sister might tip her over the edge and send her into a Britney-style meltdown.

She said: 'I get asked about Beyonce all the time but I try and make fun of it, sometimes I say she's not my sister. Other times I say I've stuffed her in my suitcase and sent it to Dubai. I have to have fun with it or I'll turn into Britney - shave my head and go totally crazy.’

On the Oprah show when she was asked how much money she spent on her hair Solange said: "Realistically I was spending about $40,000-$50,000 a year and probably half of my life, I grew up in a hair salon, my mum owned a hair salon.

"There was always this feeling of always wanting to be in the salon once or twice a week and I got a perm pretty early - I was four."

Its safe to say Solange isn’t going “Crazy” like Britney and defiantly looks like she’s going to have extra pocket money since she cut her hair earlier this year.

According to a new up and coming film produced Chris Rock, 'Good Hair', a staggering $9 billion dollars is spent catering to African-American women's hair alone.

Keisha is Alone Now, But Not Lonely…

Keisha is Alone Now, But Not Lonely…

By StreetJournalist

After the recent split from Sugababes, Keisha is ready to launch her solo career with a help of her friend and songwriter, Taio Cruz.

The original member of Sugababes is to team up with the “She’s Like a Star” hit-maker and former ghost-writer as Taio made it clear he will be there to support her through the early stages of her solo career: ‘I would absolutely work with Keisha if she wanted me to. She can be sure that I will help her out…’

Jade Ewen, former UK Eurovison singer, has now replaced Keisha Buchanan as the third member of the band, who has had 2 previous member removed and replaced.

Original members Keisha Buchanan, Mutya Buena and Siobhan Donaghy formed Sugababes in 1998. However Donaghy departed and the introduction of Heidi Range in 2001 was met, the group then survived a second line-up change in 2005, when Mutya Buena left and was replaced by Amelle Berrabah.

Hearsay about the band’s future was triggered early last month when Amelle failed to show for a gig at London’s Movida nightclub.

At the time it was reported she had gone missing after being involved an argument with former band member Keisha, however it was later confirmed that she failed to turn up because her friend had been in a ‘bad accident’.

Keisha, who was accused of bullying Amelle, revealed on Twitter at the time: ‘I may come across as a hard nut sometimes, but I’m actually really sensitive and it destroys me to think people see me as the longest standing member and assume that I’m the b***h who causes people to walk, and it’s totally untrue and unfair.’

Keisha released a statement on her twitter, but I’ll save you the speech…. OK .. I’ll give you my favorite bits!

‘Remember my drunk pictures out with Amelle, supporting her on her success with Tinchy Stryder… Oh the shame… But what a fun night we had.

‘Now I’m going to take some time to focus on me. I’ve been in this band for 11 years and I have achieved so much.

‘I have a great family and friends who are behind me 100% and at the age of 24, I’m now going out into this world on my own…

‘Although i’m nervous… I’m still very excited on what lies ahead.

‘I want to thank the Sugababes fans and my fans for all your support and all who have never judged me, but accepted me for who I am… The feisty, funny, professional, fearless, motor mouth… lol

‘This is not the end… but the beginning!!!!

Dr Dre ‘Detox’ing

Dr Dre ‘Detox’ing

I’m sure your all wondering, ‘Where the *$%! is Dr Dre?’ well hes been gone for a hot minute, but hes coming back.

Everyone who knows about D.R.E and his production process, should know he likes to make each track a masterpiece, so no doubt when his album drops in 2010, we will be expecting to hear perfection.

Dre ’s been working on ‘Detox’ for the past 10 years, and he says it will finally be finished this year. “Hopefully, I’ll get it done at the end of this year, and we can hear it next year,” the good doctor explained.

Earlier this year some of Dres’ tracks were leaked online with vocals of T.I, Nas and Eminem, so fans are hoping to hear the same when the official album drops.
When Dre was asked why the album had taken so long he said “motivation, other things getting in the way.”

50 Cent as also made comments about the new album as he jokingly stated that he’d recorded material for ‘Detox’ that was too good he wanted to take to keep the tracks to himself.

50 added: “Hopefully, he’ll get it done and put it out…I’m waiting for the ‘Detox.’ All I can say is, Dr. Dre is the best producer in my eyes. Just the consistency over the years. He knows what he wants. He’s such a perfectionist that it becomes difficult for him to put it out.”

Expect the usual assortment of Aftermath guests to appear on the new album, including 50 Cent, Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes and Bishop Lamont. Dre told MTV News that Jay-Z and Lil Wayne might also appear on the album.

2010 isn’t that far away and I’m sure with it being Dr Dre and the all the artist that maybe on it.. it will be worth the long *** wait! 10 years maaaaan!!!

http://www.l23magazine.com/2009/10/11/dr-dre-%E2%80%98detox%E2%80%99ing/