P Money, Blacks and Little Dee known as the OG’z join DJ Swerve for Comeback Riddim, out 16th April 2012.
March 23, 2012
Swizz Beatz f. A$AP Rocky – Street Knock (p. aarabMUZIK)
Here is a new track from Swizz Beatz featuring A$AP Rocky, Street Knock produced by aarabMUZIK off Swizz Beatz’s upcoming mixtape, Street Knock.
March 23, 2012
Tyga Addresses Shooting In Omaha, Nebraska on Power 106
Tyga went on Power 106 to talk about the shooting after his concert in Nebraska, which he says stemmed from local acts that had been going on all day. He called in to the station to explain the reason behind it was because he didnt wany opening acts, and this started to generate some bad feeling.
Honey Cocaine was shot in the arm and taken to hospital, but is fine.
“I’m a chill person, but a person wants to be disrespectful… I’m trying to put on a great show for people who pay money to see me. Somebody threw a bottle and nobody want to say who threw the bottle. It’s childish stuff,” he said. “I never really lose my cool, I’m chill most of the time. I never be trying to start drama or something like that. But when you get disrespected as a man, there’s certain stuff that won’t allow.”
“I’m not paranoid about this. You don’t understand… This doesn’t happen, these aren’t fans. This situation escalated because I wanted to do the show,” he explained. “I was dealing with the same people from the beginning of the day, before the show even started. They wanted to cancel the show. There was a bunch of drama going on already.”
“Actually, there were some local opening acts and I told them they couldn’t perform. It’s a tour, and I don’t want no opening act performances. That’s what y’all saw on YouTube and stuff. Stuff was going on all day, but I could have left Omaha and said, I don’t care about y’all, I’m going to leave.”
March 23, 2012
Meek Mill – Lean With It
Meek Mill releases the video to Lean With It expected to be off Dreamchasers 2 and the Self Made Vol. 2 compilation album, directed by DRE Films.
March 23, 2012
J Cole – Drank In My Cup (Freestyle)
J Cole drops the full freestyle version to Drank In My Cup.
Listen to J Cole- Drank In My Cup (freestyle) here
March 22, 2012
HAZE FT. LOWKEY – WINTER DREAMS
Haze releases the video to Winter Dreams featuring Lowkey, taken from Haze’s forthcoming Album, Loyalty, Honor, Respect out March 25th.
March 22, 2012
Wu-Tang Clan Discusses Return To Music
Wu-Tang Clan have been strong fixtures in hip hop for 20 years, experiencing the highs and the lows, the commercial and critical success, and through all this have remained a strong force in the game.
They discussed this in a recent interview on ThisIs50.com. “This is my foundation,” explained RZA. “If my brothers is ready to rock and roll, I’m ready to rock and roll. Music? Man. It’s magical, baby.”
“We reached the people, yo. I don’t care what nobody say,” offered Inspectah Deck. “A lot of motherfuckers’ll tell you Wu-Tang’s irrelevant, out of date, or whatever the case. I’m just more or less…the movement that’s behind us, is bigger than us now.”
March 22, 2012
B.o.B – So Good
B.o.B releases the video to So Good off his upcoming sophomore album, Strange Clouds due for release May 1st.
March 21, 2012
Freedom in music – Sarvi
Sarvi is the 22-year-old, self-styled, Persian singer/songwriter from Mayfair. Her ever-growing presence on the UK and European club scene has made her name one to watch for 2012.
The new single, ‘Amore,’ and previous single, ‘Stereo Love’ have been playlisted in Chicago and San Francisco, with ‘Amore’ being broadcasted all over Florida by several net radios, and ‘Stereo Love’ at number two in the charts of Music One Radio in New York. This talented Sylvia Young graduate talks to Shireen from Flavour about growing up, her music and the reason why she has turned down record deals.
Sarvi is…
I love going out with friends and family and spending quality time with the people I love. I am extremely sensitive but love to laugh and see the lighter side of life. I don’t see the point in dwelling on the small stuff as life is short and should be lived to the full. Music is my whole life and I hope to share my musical journey with the whole world.
How do you think being at such a highly acclaimed theatre school pushed your musical direction?
Studying at a school like Sylvia Young’s allowed me to flourish into the artist that I am. I was very shy when I first started and had to get over that very quickly, but with the support and the love that was shown to me I easily overcame my timidity. The school taught me to be professional and grounded which are two qualities that I regard very highly in this business and ones that have put me in good stead. Your talents are highlighted at the school and nurtured alongside gently introducing you to other arts. It really is the best platform to start off from and I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to attend.
What happened in terms of your music career after you left Sylvia Young?
After I graduated I went to drama college for three years and whilst I was there I was always writing songs and working on my musical career. After graduating from college I began concentrating more on music and working with different producers in the States. I have been fortunate enough to meet some fantastic people on both sides of the pond who have taught me so much and helped me produce some fantastic music so far that I am really proud of.
What was the defining moment for you when you realised singing/songwriting was going to be your career?
Ever since I can remember music has been my life – I have just never been able to imagine myself doing anything else. I remember doing a school show when I was 5 and I was given the main role and had to sing a solo. I loved being on stage and just got such a rush from it. I knew there was nowhere else I would rather be than on that stage singing my heart out.
When did you first begin songwriting and where do you draw inspiration?
One of the first songs that I wrote was when I was 16 and it was about my relationship with my father. From that moment on I realised I could express my feelings through music and to this day it is the only way I can really express exactly how I feel. I realised from then on that song writing was something I wanted to do and there is nothing better than singing a song that you know has come directly from your own head and heart.
How did you feel when you heard the news that ‘Amore’ is No.1 on the UK Upfront Club Charts?
I screamed! Such an amazing feeling. ‘Amore’ is a song that is so close to my heart and every single emotion in it is real to me. I know that others feel that emotion too when they hear it and that means the world to me. To have it validated like this by the people is just incredible.
You’ve got various remixes to ‘Amore’, so which one is your favourite and why?
Hmmm that’s tricky because I don’t really have a favourite. The three mixes by Seamus Haji, Steve Smart and Chuckie are just so different it is impossible to choose. They all instill different feelings in the listener and I love that. I love them all and they all did an amazing job. I feel very proud to have worked with them.
Your previous single ‘Stereo Love’ also went top ten in the Upfront and Commercial club chart. What is the next step for you in terms of chart success?
My next step is to keep them coming!! I want to create number one hits all day long and for as long as I can think and speak! The iTunes charts are the next charts in which I hope to achieve a number one. Every step I make is one closer to my dream and I wake up every day looking forward to what it brings.
Your songs are very popular in the US too. Why do you this is, and is this where most of your fanbase lies?
I couldn’t be happier to see that my music has travelled to the US and the people over there are listening to my music. Sometimes UK artists find it really difficult to succeed in America and I think because I have had so many dealings there with producers and making music videos etc they have taken me to their heart, which I am really grateful for. My fan base seems to be really spread over – not just the US but in Europe and Asia. It makes me really happy because it means I have done what I have set to do and made music that appeals to everybody.
You have turned down collaborations with several record labels. When do you think the right time for you would be to sign a deal?
I have had several offers in the past to sign deals but just haven’t felt it’s the right time. Music is my passion and I don’t want to be dictated to with music that I can and cannot make. So far I have achieved a lot without a major label behind me and I have been in control of which path I take musically which is what was important to me. If the right deal comes up in the future then I would definitely consider it but right now I am enjoying my freedom too much.
Who has been the most influential person to you in your music career?
I would have to say it would be musicians that I have followed careers of such as Michael Jackson, Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye. Their music touched me as a young child and continues to, to this day. I want to do the same as they have done through my lyrics and my instrument which is my voice. Their dedication and unfailing determination was incredible and if I become half the artist that they were I would be happy.
Your still very young, so do you plan to keep to dance/house tracks, or are there plans to branch out?
My music has always been a mix of soul and r&b so going down the dance music route was branching out for me. I recorded my first single in LA and when I got back the UK team I was working with suggested the track would sound brilliant with a dance remix. The remix was the version that got most of the response so it worked really well. I love trying new things and working outside my comfort zone. I have found that when one does this that the best art is created.
What is next for you? Is there an album in the pipeline?
I am recording my album right now in the states and I have many different projects that I working on too. I love to keep busy and keep perfecting my craft, because I believe you can keep learning for the rest of your life.
March 21, 2012
Odd Future – Oldie
Odd Future release the music video to Oldie off their OF TAPE Vol 2. The video was filmed at a photoshoot where they were filmed saying their verses into a camera with the music playing in the background.
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