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Planet B-Boy coming to Dallas! 2008-04-24 15:05:55 Planet B-BoyJust by watching the trailer for Planet B-Boy I can tell that this is a must see film documenting the art and culture of Break Dancing. You won't catch me missing this for anything. I've always been fascinated with the body mechanics that go into Break Dancing and the physical strength and awareness it takes to be skilled in the techniques of Break Dancing. Planet B-Boy is guaranteed to draw the B-Boy crowd but how about all of us MC's, Producers, Graff Artists, and DJ's show some love and support as well. There has been talk around Dallas
lately about the dividing line that has some how come between MC's and B-Boys. Is this an imaginary line or is it real and reinforced by different artistic views when it comes to Hip-Hop?Real or not the issue is more than just a figment of th
Does Your Dedication Match Your Sacrifice? Part I... 2008-04-24 13:00:23 The rains starting to come down outside. Weather warnings and tornado watches have been issued in counties to your west. The Radar is showing that the brunt of the storm might graze you and you have a forty-five minute drive to make it to a local show that most likely no one will be at. Does your dedication match your sacrifice?You started the day on three hours of sleep. You got home the night before at three o' clock in the morning and woke up at six to be able to make it to work on time. You worked outside in the sun for ten hours, and when you got home there wasn't any time for a nap. You took a shower and hit the road. You got home at three and woke up at six. Does your dedication match your sacrifice?Your stuck with juggling the needs of your family with the needs of your music. A de Read more:Dedication
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Red Bull Word Clash 2008-04-23 12:14:51 Red Bull Word Clash
I must have been dead asleep back in 2006 when the seemingly world-renowned Red Bull Word Clash last took it's grip on American subculture society. Actually, I most likely was asleep on the train working crazy hours on the railroad, but that's besides the point. The Word Clash is/was (not quite sure if it is still in the works since I can't find any current information) a political and social wake up call in the form of a nationwide spoken word event. Founded in 2002, it has received a wide-spread reputation for it's outspoken nature. The poets and lyricist you see in the video are not scared. They are not fearful of what their words can incite, and as a matter of fact, they welcome the intense emotion that they can extract from any person with just the slightest amount Read more:Red Bull
Kill Your Television 2008-04-23 12:14:03 Originally posted by Apollo at Lone Star Hip HopThe television has irrefutably changed the landscape of industrialized nations’ cultures across the globe indefinitely. The far-reaching effects of this relatively new technology are still being discovered and researched, even now as the television seems to have become an intrinsic part of American society. Most people seem to agree about a few positive benefits provided by the television; the almost immediate transfer of news and information, a fairly diverse and creative availability of programming that includes many educational shows, and it also combines visual and auditory stimuli which has been shown in recent studies to be healthy in moderation for developing minds. But what advertisers and media corporations aren Read more:Television
Rock The Bells 2008 2008-04-23 12:12:43 Rock The BellsSo it's that time again! Rock the Bells is back for 2008 with another supremely impressive line up. Boasting artists such as Tribe Called Quest, Nas, Mos Def, The Pharcyde, De La Soul, Method Man & Redman, select Wu Tang members, Rakim, and hosted by B-Real of Cypress Hill and Supernatural...can it get any better?!?! Rock the Bells made their official announcement yesterday, April 22 2008, and I can only imagine it was very well received. 2008 marks the first year that the Rock The Bells Hip Hop Music Festival will go international!! Yes sir, that's right...it keeps getting better...Although the tour dates as of now seem to be at a bare minimum Rock the Bells has been known to add last minute tour dates as the Hip Hop Music Festival makes it's way across the nation and leave
EXCLUSIVE!! Interview with Rob Viktum! 2008-04-21 12:20:54 So we finally tracked down the elusive Rob Viktum and cornered him into answering some questions for us. When I say us, I mean me, but I thought it sounded more professional!! Anywayz, back to the point. If ya'll haven't heard Rob Viktum has recently remixed Hangar 18's "Sweep the Leg" album...and it's freakin' bananas!! I have had the pleasure of hearing the remix album before it's release and let me say it is an incredible piece of work. Sample-based production combined with unique synthesizers and an intuitive feel produced by the hands of the amazing Rob Viktum, just solidifies the fact that Rob is steadily on his way to success. Now for the facts...Hangar 18 & Rob Viktum "Sweep the Leg: Viktumized" will be available for FREE download TOMORROW APRIL 22, 2008 via DEFINITIVE JUX and Rapp
Buckshot & 9th Wonder: The Formula 2008-04-20 13:06:01 So by now most of ya'll should know that Buckshot & 9th Wonder have once again joined forces to release another album. As a follow up to their success as a duo in 2005 with "Chemistry", the anticipation for "The Formula
" is steadily growing. Set to release on April 29th, this album can easily be thought of as a cornerstone for Hip Hop in 2008. There have been music videos circulating around the internet, and from what I can tell...this album won't disappoint. The production...one word...PHENOMENAL. And the fact that this duo is proven to work well together could propel "The Formula" into getting the attention that it most likely deserves. With limited guest appearances (one of which is Talib Kweli) Buckshot & 9th Wonder seem to rely on eachother to make the project as good as it can get. T
First things first...The Hijacked Ep VIKTUMIZED!!! 2008-04-17 21:48:15 And the best part is....IT'S FREE!! My man Rob Viktum really came through with this one. He took my solo EP, which was originally produced by the homie GF Scoob, and remixed it. It's available for free download on www.lonestarhiphop.com, and just to show how generous I am, I'll supply the link!!THE HIJACKED EP VIKTUMIZED!!! FREE DOWNLOAD!!! CLICK THE BANNER BELOW!!!Click the banner to join the forums!!!!
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LoneStarHipHop.com 2008-04-17 11:37:33 For those that don't know, whether you are in Texas or not, there is already a growing community in place where independent artists go to kick it. Lone Star Hip Hop was created with the intent to bridge the gap between the music scenes of the major cities in Texas, but the concept can spread so much further. We want to see movement and growth in Hip Hop, and we want to be a part of that movement and growth. Check us out in Dallas on Wednesdays nights and keep an eye out for our Hip Hop Showcase "Fresh Air".JOIN THE FORUMS SUCKAS!!!Click the banner to join the forums!!!!
...and so it begins... 2008-04-16 17:52:17 So basically this is where it begins, but in the same sense, we are nearing the end of the line. The creation of this blog, in my mind at least, is the last stand. The last stronghold in an uphill battle to inject awareness and originality back into the Hip Hop culture. My purpose is simple...provide what is needed. I intend to chronicle the everyday struggle and stress involved with being an artist and juggling real world responsibility. I plan to document the sacrifice it takes to be able to create music and make people listen...but most importantly...I am going to attempt to bring forth the support and love that has seemed to thin out over the years. So remember...Sleep is for Birds....
Jean Grae's Speculated Reitirement 2008-04-27 12:24:05 The word has spread. The message has been sent. Jean Grae is set to retire...or is she? There is a lot of speculation derived from Jean Grae's Myspace and a vague blog post that is more focused on feelings than actual facts. Never once does Jean Grae ever even mention the word retirement or anything similar. But what if she does retire? Can any one really blame her?This "news" really hit home when I first caught wind of it this morning. In a Hip Hop culture that is bogged down by major corporations and the money they pour into mainstream music, the motivation to keep doing what independent artists do is almost non-existent. It's not even the fact that the money isn't behind what we do. It's not that mainstream America doesn't understand, and probably never will understand, what we do. It's
We Blame "Them" 2008-04-29 15:35:02 In one word.Devotion....But maybe that isn't so accurate. Maybe it is despair or even fear that pushes me towards what I'm trying to achieve. Maybe it's the fear of being nothing. Scared to blend in with the blurred surroundings. My life is moving fast. Maybe too fast. At such high speeds...the inertia keeps me restrained. The inertia...keeps me in my place while I'm being proprelled further through an atmosphere that I do not yet understand. The invisible forces play to my weaknesses and strengths, they do not seek a solid definition. They are they cuz they have always been, and they always will be, and we can never stop them. But what is it I'm really speaking of? We blame "them" for the simple fact that we have no one to point the finger at...and they keep it that way. We blame "them" s Read more:Blame
Recognize the Grind: DJ Nemeses 2008-04-30 16:19:52 CLICK ON THE "LUCHA LIVE" COVER ART TO DOWNLOAD FOR FREE!!!!DJ NEMESES MYSPACE PAGEIn a world where "mixtape" has lost it's meaning, there are always going to be musicians that stay true to the art. These are not throw-away tracks designed to keep the ever shrinking attention span of a nation drowning in complacency. This is real Hip Hop. This is DJ Nemeses. Touting such accomplishments as back-to-back two time Guitar Center Spin Off Southern Regional Champ and an impressive Pepsi commercial, DJ Nemeses knows how to manipulate vinyl and needles into a musical fury that is as incredible as it is innovative. With the recent release of "Lucha Live", a free mixtape, DJ Nemeses is set once again to make his mark on Hip Hop.Aside from being an amazing DJ, Nemeses is a true supporter of Hip Hop C Read more:Recognize
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This week in Dallas Hip Hop... 2008-05-04 14:00:54 I've made a concious effort not to make my blog and my writings focused solely on Dallas
Hip Hop. My intentions are not to close out where I come from, but to reach a wider audience and send a broader message. However, I love the city I live in and all it's flaws. We have a lot of dedicated artists that deserve success in every way. I now present...This week in Dallas Hip Hop....(Click the "Read More" link for more detailed descriptions)Monday May 5th, 2008: The Cool Out @ The CavernTuesday May 6th, 2008: DJ Love @ Ten Sports Bar & GrillWednesday May 7th, 2008: SSA Magazine & Fatbeats Present...FREE Hip Hop The Scoop @ The Fallout LoungeThursday May 8th, 2008: Three The Hardway @ ZubarFriday May 9th, 2008: DJ Love @ Ten Sports Bar & GrillSaturday May 10th, 2008: Rock
What makes you make music? 2008-05-06 10:12:17 What makes
you make music? That is the question that I pose to any person out there striving to make success or just simply looking for a musical outlet. What is the drive behind the actions you choose to take regarding your artform? There are some things I don't understand, and some things I choose not to even devote the time to even try to comprehend. Whether it be ignorance on my part, or a refusal to manipulate my integrity, I don't know. But what I do know is that there are multiple motivations and motives behind all different types of music. In the world of Hip Hop (which unfortunately mainstream "rap" is intertwined with actual quality music), there are many different facets that make up the whole. What makes them work? I know why I do it. I enjoy it. I make my music to primarily ma
There Will Be Change 2008-05-14 11:40:18 Here in the last year I have come to realize that nothing is guaranteed and everything is dependant on everything else. Although I have always known this, the idea seems more relevant with the recent occurrences in my life and in the lives of the people around me. From the loss of a good friend to the ever-changing dynamic of the music scene I'm involved in, life is unstable. Good news is often of Read more:Change
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