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The Midnight After lp available now on iTunes.
http://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/the-midnight-after/id426422941

or on CD:
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Ready to Go ft Marv Won

Substantial & Marcus D, together known as Bop Alloy, return with their signature jazz induced sound and a clever new single entitled 'Count On Us' from their upcoming sophomore LP, 'Another Day in the Life of...' out this Spring. Featuring sparse, yet perfectly placed vocals from Steph, The Sapphic Songstress, COU showcases the duo's sonic growth with Marcus tickling the ivory to perfection over his sophisticated brand of boom-bap. (Think jacket and tie with fresh sneaks.) Substantial masterfully chronicles BA's humble beginnings, the morning after a show, while simultaneously counting from 1 to 40. This is the type of creative Hip Hop storytelling the repeat button was made for. 

On February 4, 2014, Bop Alloy launched their Kickstarter campaign to raise money for their new album ‘Another Day In The Life of…’. With a goal of $7000 and a funding period of 20 days, Bop Alloy hit the ground running and took to Twitter, Facebook & Instagram to promote their campaign. The duo achieved their goal in one week! Pledge incentives included digital downloads, t-shirts, posters, autograph copies of their CD and even an offer to perform at your wedding. With 13 days remaining, Bop Alloy provided stretch goal incentives for their fans. With $10,000 raised, fans can aide Bop Alloy with a Holiday album scheduled for release Winter 2014. If $15,000 is raised, they will record and film a live album and all contributors will be given free admission into the event. Six days later they reached their 1st stretch goal. “The support's overwhelming. $10,000 without even a preview of any new music is a testament to the kind of fans we have, and the type of listeners we attract said Marcus D. 

Support the campaign by contributing on Kickstarter: kck.st/1iprZlb

LYRICS
No surprise I’m the one they sleep on, I roll with dreamers 
But when us two come thru we make’em believers 
Fiendin’ thru your receivers when it’s all 3 of us 
For the love of the music, high 5 for Jesus 
In a Motel 6, wake up call at 7 
Breakfast we ate later had these players in heaven 
By 9:10, I’m in a cab to the airport 
Boarding’s at 11, I’m not stressing so therefore 
It’s time to finish up this rhyme I’m 12 bars into 
Hold up... 13 now yeah this shit’s cool. 
Came up since 14 with a hissing ass demo 
15 minutes strong though the songs were hella simple 
Finish that 16 then I crashed like a cymbal 
Sounding 17 again, I’m gon’ bodied that instrumental 
Night before, packed house. It was 18 an over 
Still would’ve been killed if only nine teens showed up 
We focused, in 2021 we may have more for you 
But still be underrated they say that’s a catch 22 
We wanna be... rated the greatest like #23 
But since our thinking’s too forward that’s something we might never see 
25 mins before I board for my trip 
Hit my driver with $20 + a $6 tip 
Thinkin’ that I was 27 when I heard Marcus shit 
28 when we began to plan the very start of it 
Dark skin chick tapped me saying , “I don’t know what’s on your mind. 
You’re holdin‘ up the line, by the way your gate is 29 
“Pirty” lil’ 30 something sista from the motherland 
Thanked her for the info, passed the checkpoint with my stuff in hand 
Copped gum, snacks and a book for something to do 
Cashier said my total’s 31.32 
Phone at 33%, my battery is lame 
Charged it and called my family ‘fore I boarded the plane 
34 years young, making music with my friends 
Documented through a 35 millimeter lens 
Day and a half before, yo that’s when we hit the road 
Only 37 copies of our album in tow. 
One show they all go ‘cause they’re a hot commodity 
Imports plus shipping be like 38 a copy B 
Finally boarded, near a guy who’s 39 or 40 
By the time we’re in the sky I closed my eyes and started zoning... 

 HOOK 
Just another day in this life of ours, homes Seems like we the ones that you can count on 
Feels right the moment they put the sound on 
Count on us to hold it down from now on 

REPEAT HOOK 

Drop on the 1 
Clap on 2 
Nod on the 3 
This is 4 you 
Drop on the 1 
Clap on 2 
Nod on the 3 
This is 4 you 
This is 4 you!!!

(S. Robinson, M. Marino) 
Lead vocals by Substantial 
Produced by Marcus D 
Additional vocals by Steph, The Sapphic Songstress

Count On Us ft. Steph, The Sapphic Songstress

Nyck Caution - Far (Feat. Kirk Knight x Tnah Apex x Dirty Sanchez) (Prod. Kirk Knight)

White Sands is a 7-track record by Homeboy Sandman produced by Paul White.
http://stonesthrow.com/news/2014/02/homeboy-sandman-white-sands

Homeboy Sandman has a tradition. With each new record release, he drops a bonus track celebrating the new release.  It's time for "White Sands OUT NOW," produced by El RTNC.

ON TOUR
Mar 13: Bremen, Germany @ Lila Eule
Mar 18: Lyon @ Le Periscope
Mar 20: Eindhoven, Netherlands @ Studium Generale.  
Mar 22: Trondheim, Norway @ Leuten Fest

Homeboy Sandman - White Sands OUT NOW

12inch reciteall vinyl
( @reciteall ) 

preorder here: 
http://vise.visioneternal.net/product/reciteall-vise-003

track listing

side a

original produced by MKSB ( @shim0-1 )
Illoquence & Rythmatical remix ( @illoquence-1 & @xt3chniqs )

side b

Mindfield Remix ( @mindfieldsound )
Marcus D & nitsua Remix
Acappella

visioneternal 2014
5.19.2014

VISE-003 | reciteall - {dedication} : Love Theory 12inch vinyl sampler

some of yall will hate me for this one. oh well. #swag

alt download: http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?ou0ci1324a8doj7

Lil B - Real Life (Elaquent Remix)

The Past… is the first of three EPs leading up to the fourth studio album from prolific, Indie MC, Substantial. This time around the veteran wordsmith has partnered with HiPNOTT Records producer duo and fellow Maryland natives, The Other Guys for his latest release. Substantial’s musical past, pre-Hyde Out Productions, included many collaborations with Isaiah of TOG, which makes their project’s title quite fitting. The Past… features Von Pea of Tanya Morgan, Substantial’s protegé, See King, cuts from DJ Jav and plenty of that soulful boom bap The Other Guys have been known to provide. Lyrically, Substantial is as sharp as ever and covers subjects such as the dying art of MCing, dreams limited by stereotypes, and the exploitation of his former producer, Nujabes. 

Substantial’s full length album The Past Is Always Present In The Future drops fourth quarter 2015. Until then, enjoy this appetizer and look forward to more flavorful Hip Hop music to feed your soul.

Substantial & The Other Guys: MLK (Dream Big) feat. See King

Son Of Yvonne Remix Project coming soon on www.vinyl-digital.com

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Masta Ace - Son of Yvonne (dude26 Remix)

Philadelphia based producer Wes Pendleton locks arms with the lifestyle brand B3AR FRUIT, to bring you a fresh new series of blends entitled “Wooder Ice”.  These blends will vary in style and tastes, bringing you the freshness to vibe to at home, work, in the gym or while you’re riding around the way.  Feel free to repost and share!

Discover: @wespendletonmusic
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Mixed by Wes Pendleton
1. El Mar - Hir-O
2. Want Something Done - Oddisee
3. One For Madlib - Flamingosis
4. Last But Not Least (feat. Theory Hazit, Magestik Legend, Propaganda & DJ Efechto)
5. Getting Over You - Vanilla
6. Strange Planet - Homeboy Sandman
7. Money - Jake One
8. Kiss the Sky (feat. Melinda Camille) - John Robinson & PVD
9. Won’t Get Far - Wes Pendleton
10. Run - The Cancel
11. Low Class Conspiracy - Quasimoto
12. Listen - Iomos Marad
13. Intro Dream - Afta-1
14. Travellin’ Man (feat. Mos Def) - DJ Honda

Artwork by Wes Pendleton

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Wooder Ice Vol. 1

Substantial & Algorythm - Tony Stanza Ft. Tonedeff & Marcus D

rocketship

Airships

remix i did for my homies Moka Only, Chief and Feelin' Records. make sure yall pick up the lp "Crickets" courtesty of Moka Only and Chief, as well as the Crickets remix EPs which feature this song, along with other remixes by a gang of dope beatmakers. Crickets Remixes part 1 can be copped here: http://itunes.apple.com/fr/preorder/crickets-remixes-part-1-ep/id481107671

Moka Only & Chief - Mess Around (Elaquent Remix)

MR BRADY X ELAQUENT EP "SAYIN SOMETHIN' OUT MARCH 5TH. TRUST ME, U DONT WANNA SLEEP ON IT..

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Mr Brady & Elaquent - Its Yours [SAYIN SOMETHIN EP]

From "Home Is Where The Art Is" 

lyrics
Yeah, I like that! Uh-huh! 
Oddisee I appreciate the recommendation. 
Lets go... yeah, yo! 

VERSE 1 
Name: Substantial, Address: Nunya! 
Baltimore resident, but people know I'm from the... 
County where the Prince is a G, it's no wonder 
That even in the dead of winter, the block is live as summer 
Where dudes got that work, but I'm ji' mo' selective 
Pass the line that is second you will find my objective 
I'm seeking a position that will further my development 
While fattening my pockets 'cause I don't rhyme for the hell of it 
You need my work experience and past employers? 
I'm down with QN5. Former U.V. Ink owner 
And I use to be with Hyde Out and the late great Nujabes 
Wherever I go my motto's "Be great do your best" 
Responsible for making sure that we stay stupid fresh 
Locally and globally while they help me get these groceries 
And keep the fam eatin', I keep the fans fiendin' 
And hit them with the potency of a professional, dope MC 
You know it's me! 

HOOK 
Can't speak for these other guys but 
You can check my resume man, I'm qualified yep 
Why would I lie bruh, (Nobody as fresh as this 
Hit man for higher, check my references!) 
Can't speak for these other guys but 
You can check my resume man, I'm certified yep 
You can put’em high up, (Nobody as fresh as this 
Hit man for higher, check my references!) 

VERSE 2 
I should be your 1st pick, long before the second interview 
3rd LP's a 4 out of 5 minimum 
Even with short pockets stood taller than Sentinel 
Drive is uncanny, not your average individual 
You'd think I graduated from the Xavier Institute 
But School of Hard Knocks is where I took my classes 
Where I got my Master of Ceremony tactics 
My Poor Righteous Teachers taught me to make only classics 
You may know me as this Educator and a Vocalist 
Who the hell you know's a Team Player and a Soloist 
Can dress to impress but I'm fly when I'm plain 
Too thorough, if I quit you would hire me again 
So fire him if he lame I've come for what's mine 
Work around the clock so I can keep up with the times 
Since elementary I flipped a dub from a dime 
While they get the pink slip I get the W-9 

HOOK 

VERSE 3 
I'm the man for the job, while these slackers do jobs for the man 
Knowing that it blows, sometimes it's involving their hands 
They are really hoes. Don't you want a person with integrity 
Setting goals, tailored for success, you can measure me 
On my accolades and my skill in the field of rhyme 
Future so bright, man, for real, leave you feeling blind 
Plottin' chart toppin while I chill and I'm killin' time 
Skills gettin' better but they still ain't as ill as mine 
Don't take my word here's some references to check up with 
You can call the Gods, UAU is who they represent 
Holla at Odd, he made the beat the I mettle wit' 
Or Tone & PackFM because my famm is extended trick 
Call my peeps Marcus D if you want that better shit 
Me & my bre-th-ren... stick together like a pair of tits 
Call Kool Herc & Busy Bee, I ain't arrogant 
But here's a quick reminder just in case it still ain't evident, yo! 

HOOK
credits
released 30 July 2012 
Vocals: Substantial 
Cuts: DJ Jav 
Produced: Oddisee 

Mixed: Oddisee 
Mastered: Eric Morgeson 

Executive Producers: 
Stan Robinson, Amir Mohamed, Michael Tolle

Home Is Where The Art Is

Check My Resume (ft. DJ Jav) [Produced by Oddisee]

IN LOVE WITH THIS SONG, IN LOVE WITH THE ALBUM ''JOYFUL REBELLION'', IM A BIG FAN OF K-OS' MUSIC. PLEASE DONT SUE ME, K?

k-os - Crucial (Kaytranada Remix)

From the album "Home Is Where The Art Is"

About the album:
The DMV rapper Substantial has been ripping mics for years. Starting with the self made label U.V. Ink, he began making his mark on the game. His debut solo did well everywhere but particularly in Japan where he hit the Top 10. This success set off a career touring Asia that led the emcee to touch down in Taiwan, China, Japan and more – not to mention Europe and almost all of North America. As things began to get busier he linked with QN5 to focus solely on artistic creation. His collaborations have been equally profound including work with the legendary DJ Kool Herc, Bootsy Collins, Chew Fu, Cunninlynguists, and even an appearance on Bruce Kulick's (of KISS) album alongside all-star rocker Gene Simmons. His videos have appeared on MTV, BET, and VH1, while his music has made it to the second round of Grammy voting in 3 categories. Even the renowned car company Bentley reached out to have Substantial create a song for them and perform in China at their car show. Vogue Magazine included his music in a recent playlist. Not bad for the PG County rapper who has also contributed heavily to his community's well being by way of building recording studios for disadvantaged youth in conjunction with the Covenant House and raising money for school music programs in VH1's Save The Music Series. For his newest album "Home Is Where The Art Is" (Mello Music Group) Substantial enlisted the help of executive producer Oddisee who also arranged & mixed the record and contributed a large portion of the production. And that's just the start, no wonder they call him Substantial.

Buy on iTunes

Substantial - Spilled Milk

B.O.B. - "Nothin' On You" (Remix feat. Bruno Mars & Big Boi)

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"I eat my dinner in my bathtub
Then I go to sex clubs
Watching freaky people getting it on
It doesn't make me nervous
If anything I'm restless
Yeah I've been around and I've seen it all 

I get home, I got the munchies
Binge on all my Twinkies
Throw up in the tub, then I go to sleep
And I drank up all my money
Dazed and kinda lonely 

You're gone and I gotta stay high
All the time to keep you off my mind
Ohoh ohoh
High all the time to keep you off my mind Spend my days locked in a haze Trying to forget you babe, I fall back down I gotta stay high all my life to forget I'm missing you 

Pick up daddy's at the playground
How I spend my day time
Loosen up their frown, make them feel alive Oh make it fast and greasy I'm numb and way too easy

You're gone and i gotta stay high
All the time to keep you off my mind
Ohoh Ohoh
High all the time to keep you off my mind Spend my days locked in a haze, tryin to forget you babe, I fall back down I gotta stay high all my life to forget I'm missing you

Staying in my play pretend
Where the fun ain't got no end
Can't go home alone again
Need someone to numb the pain
Staying in my play pretend
Where the fun ain't got no end
Can't go home alone again
Need someone to numb the pain

You're gone and I gotta stay high
All the time to keep you off my mind
Ohoh ohoh
High all the time to keep you off my mind Spend my days locked in a haze Trying to forget you babe, I fall back down I gotta stay high all my life to forget I'm missing you"

Substantial & Algorythm - Tony Stanza Ft. Tonedeff & Marcus D

Algorythmusic (Allmos/The Stuyvesants)