Video: Foesum – Live in Paris
My Parisian friend by way of Cabo Verde and Lisboa sends over a crisp video he put together for the West Coast G-Funk group, Foesum. While out in Paris, Boz got some ill performance footage as well as a sit down interview with the Cali group.
Check it out! Video turned out real nice! Aye, and shout out to Paris. I literally think about the city every day. So much love there.
Stalley – City of 30,000 Wolves
330’s own, Stalley, is releasing a series of songs aptly titled, “Songs by me, Stalley” in his run up to his next tape. For now, enjoy the DJ Toomp produced track!
Stalley feat. DJ Khaled-City Of 30,000 Wolves by Stalley330
DOWNLOAD: Stalley – City of 30,000 Wolves
Video: Jon Connor – RubyHornet Freestyle
Jon Connor: RubyHornet Freestyle from Ruby Hornet on Vimeo.
I’m really trying to give you all some new options today. This time we turn to Michigan MC and XXL Freshman candidate, Jon Connor. Propers to Ruby Hornet and Soundscape Studios for linking with Connor when he performed out in Chicago recently.
Video: Iron Solomon – Almost There
As NYC MC Iron Solomon preps for his Monster release, he puts out a visual for “Almost There.” Note: This is real NY rap.
His last mixtape, Redrum, can be copped here.
Diamond Nicole – Stupid Cupid
As you know, we keep most of our posts keep it in the hip-hop realm. Yeah, sometimes you’ll get a Frank Ocean cut on the R&B side, but these are rare occasions. So, we’re going to switch the style up for a second today.
Today’s rhythm and blues delivery comes from Dub City songstress, Diamond Nicole. Having supported the Youngstown-Warren area music scene on this site for some time now, I have come across the Diamond Nicole name on several features while also remembering the video she put out featuring StarLyfe’s Yung Monsta back in December of 2010.
As we fast forward, the talented singer/songwriter drops off her latest single, “Stupid Cupid” just in time for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy!
DOWNLOAD: Diamond Nicole – Stupid Cupid
Chip Tha Ripper – Tell Ya Friends
Something new from one of Cleveland’s finest. #TellYaFriends.
DOWNLOAD: Chip Tha Ripper – Tell Ya Friends
Video: JAY MEL – The Motto [Remix]
3Thirty spitter, JAY MEL, releases his remix to “The Motto.” Let’s just say I like what he’s saying a whole hell of a lot more than what Wayne had to say on that track.
I’ll also say this: I give JAY MEL a lot of credit because whatever he releases it looks like he truly enjoys this rhyming shit. Stay tuned because I believe he has more in store for his fans soon!
Video: Ray Cash feat. Krayzie Bone – Go Dumb
Let’s keep it Ohio though, and shout out to Mike with ThaDoubleO.com for sending this through. Krayzie was always my favorite!
Truck North – Dope Moves
Until Money Making Jam Boy Truck North drops his next effort, we get another joint of BARS from the Philly MC.
DOWNLOAD: Truck North – Dope Moves
Stalley – Gentleman’s Quarterly [prod. by Ski Beatz]
Stalley’s new tape should be on the way sometime soon. Hopefully, without that MMG money talk. Link via Nah.
DOWNLOAD: Stalley – Gentleman’s Quarterly (prod. by Ski Beatz)
Video: ScHoolBoy Q ft. ASAP Rocky – Hands On The Wheel
Can’t say I agree with the message being promoted in this song, but it looks fun AND it makes me laugh for some odd reason. ScHoolBoy Q’s new record is nice too, so check this out for starters if you aren’t familiar yet.
The Big Ten with SIN
Compiled and Edited by MK
Listening to South Florida based rapper, SIN, takes me back to a time when it was the artist’s goal to connect with their fans through personal stories and emotions. It also takes me back to my more formative years in university when several of my close friends from the Northeast started introducing me to some of their local talent. What I liked about the style of rappers from the Northeast was that their music was mainly comprised of straight-forward storytelling with few wasted bars. And while some may find their choice of production a bit more soulful and boom-bap than what is considered hot for radio today, that type of production is perfectly complimentary with their rhyming style.
When I stumbled upon SIN through his manager, Ashley Outrageous, I took a liking not only his Northeastern style, but the comprehensive execution of his most recent project, The Third Lifetime EP. Not only are his raps relatable, but where most rappers today are trying to do too much, SIN essentially proved that by keeping things simple an artist’s authenticity can still be given the proper amount of opportunity to shine.
Special thank you to SIN and Ashley for being so prompt in their response. Enjoy!
THP: Fill our readers in about who SIN is and how you got involved doing this music thing.
SIN: What’s going on? My name is SIN. I got really involved with music around the age of 14 or 15, around my high school days. I don’t come from the cliche family background of musicians. Yet, I’ve always had a passion for hip-hop. I started off in high school cafeterias with the freestyle cyphers. I would spit the same verses over and over. It was kinda funny, but the feedback was great! They told me I had the voice, and the “flow” for it. So, I ran with it and never looked back. I’m fortunate for the turnout.
THP: From listening to your four official releases, you have a very Northeastern, almost Boston like, style in both rhyme patterns and beat selection. Do any of your roots trace back to that area? Then just touch on some of your musical influences in general.
SIN: Yeah man, GO REDSOX!! But yes, I’m a New England guy. I was originally born in South Providence, Rhode Island. I’ve been living in Florida since I was in middle school, so I’m well adapted to the palm trees and unwanted tans [laughs]. As far as influences go, I’m all over the place: Jay-Z of course, Amy Winehouse, Nas, JDilla, Ghostface, Biggie, Nature and Johnny Cash. Yes, the old country singer Johnny Cash. I have an old soul.
THP: Your most recent release was titled, The Third Lifetime EP. Talk about the concept and meaning behind the title of that record.
SIN: The Third Lifetime EP is literally me in a nutshell. Just like I explained on the synopsis [see below].
I feel that as a valid listener, it is important to relate with an artist on a personal level. That’s why I always say “Live through your Music!” Prior to me releasing The Third Lifetime EP, I went through two stages as far as my process on making music goes. I’m still growing as an artist. This is my Third Lifetime.
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