Last night I saw a tweet from Funkmaster Flex, “(Video) Tinie Tempah Freestyles Over “Otis”. I genuinely smirked at this. I’ve never ever been a fan of Tinie Tempah, from his ‘Wifey Riddum’ days through to ‘Pass Out’ – I respected his hustle…but certainly not his rhymes. I decided to check out Flex’s blog for the link to the video, just because I was interested in seeing what the Americans had to say. I wasn’t actually planning on watching the video. But I’m glad I did. Check out the freestyle on the other side.
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Im surprised our resident hip-hop head Tara hasn’t already posted this but just in case she hasn’t seen it yet I thought i’d put it up for you all to see. Check out this documentary which is being used as promotion for Jay-Z and Kanye West‘s collaborative album Watch The Throne, set for release August 1st and 5th. With the guys doing next to no promotion for the album thus far it seems this week things have kicked into gear with the release of their song ‘Otis’ and now this short film. I love how the clip incorporates old footage from back in the day, it highlights the growth in both artists.
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This morning I woke up to news that a song featuring my three favourite artists had been dropped online. I’ve never jumped out of bed so fast, I don’t think even a fire could get me ripping my duvet off of me so quickly! The Kings of Rap, Kanye West and Jay-Z today released, “Otis” sampling soul legend, Otis Redding – Try A Little Tenderness! The song opens with a slowed down version of Otis Redding’s huge hit, before being sped up and cleverly switched into a chopped and looped sample. Jay-Z reminds us he “invented swag” on the first 8 bars before passing the mic onto Kanye warning those he adopted “Phillip Drummond ‘em” (Different Strokes) that have been “talking reckless” of the pair are about to have their Summers “tucked in”. And they most certainly are, I hope that no artist managers are planning to release their rappers albums in the same WEEK as “Watch The Throne“! Short, catchy verses from each rapper to-and-fro throughout the track remind me of an old school clashing session. Continues on the reverse.
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For those who follow me on twitter (if you don’t then you should be) then you will have seen me tweet that I am #NowPlaying Jhene Aiko many times this past week. I have played certain songs from here mixtape everyday this week, I’ve been blasting her tunes so much that my neighboughs probably know the words to the songs by now. I only came across her after reading about her on ThatGrapeJuice so shout out to them for putting me onto her. Since I have been put onto her I feel that it’s only right that I introduce you all to her too so everybody I present Jhene Aiko.
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After speculation that Kanye West is set to debut a clothing line for the female form it has now been confirmed. Kanye will be collaborating with Central Saint Martins graduate Louise Goldin. The fact that he is working with the London based graduate just goes to show how well traveled and cultured Kanye is. Louis Wilson the professor over at CSM spoke to the Guardian about the collaboration, find out what he had to say after the break.
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It was just 5 years ago that the world was introduced to Big Sean. A very young ambitious Detroit native trying to get buzz on his music, his Detroit player swag, and put his city on the map. After convincing one of Rap’s biggest artist that he was perfect for signing with a quick 16 bar freestyle at a local radio station in his hometown. Sean landed himself a record deal with G.O.O.D Music and Def Jam. Under his new home of a label he released a series of mixtapes entilted “Finally Famous“. Creating a huge fanbase of folks fascinated with his Detroit player swag, clever rhymes, one word punchlines, and style. With massive praise on the tapes, this called for something bigger — an LP. And an LP is what we got. On 28th June Sean made it known that he’s set make his mark in the game and possibly be what Beyonce is to R&B, Big Sean can be to rap. Album review and favorites on the reverse.
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Quick post before bed. I’m ill, don’t ask how/why/where because I have no clue. My first day off in a fortnight and I spend it moping around about being ill haha. I stumbled across a new set of photographs by 13th witness that brightened up my day though. It did make me a little sad that I wasn’t able to leave the house and get my camera game on – it’s been a while since I went on a proper photography trip around London. I need to bring back some of that LDN.365 magic, these 13th witness photographs have inspired me. He definitely showcases the talent that he has been blessed with! right off to hibernate for a few hours, let’s hope I’m sickness free in the morning.
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