Boston’s own Blak Madeen deliver an incredibly potent and relevant new album, 'Supreme Aftermath,' that deftly tackles Islamophobia, media-fueled hatred, and other issues facing our society.

Group member’s Yusuf Abdul-Mateen and Al-J Both drive that point home in making it clear that their message on this album is simple: “Think for yourself; don’t let the media or the politicians tell you how to view the world,” says Yusuf. While Al-J, agrees: “We are not preaching or trying to tell you what to do. You have to gravitate to our message—it’s magnetic.”

That sentiment is felt immediately on the opening title track, an already-powerful message made that much more poignant through the use of Malcolm X quotes. His voice serves as a guiding light for the duo, two proud Muslim men who use the remaining 13 songs to spread love, dish out sharp criticisms of the media, and spit straight verbal darts.

The album boasts features from the likes of Gift of Gab, Planet Asia, and Blacastan, who provide copmelling guest appearances on “Long Way to Go,” “Guerrilla Soldiers,” and “Mic Divine,” respectively. And it’s not just the fact that these guests leave a mark on the album with their skills; they’re clearly well-thought out choices who complement their like-minded rap brethren. Al-J and Yusuf prove their just as capable on their own, though, especially on cuts like the aptly titled “Energetic Darts,” as well as the thoughtful album-closer, “Where’s Justice?.”

With 'Supreme Aftermath,' Blak Madeen add another impressive project to their already-solid catalogue, while cementing Boston’s placement on the Hip-Hop map. “I think Supreme Aftermath is our best work yet, production-wise. It’s soulful music with a good message,” Al-J says, while Yusuf notes that they knew exactly what they wanted to do both lyrically and musically. The latter received a boost from a top-notch production lineup, comprised of The Arcitype, Sicknature (of Snowgoons), and Teddy Roxpin, among others.

Beyond all that, the two just want people to enjoy this album for what it is: “This is Hip-Hop, first and foremost,” Yusuf says. “One doesn’t need to be a Muslim or a Five Percenter or whatever to feel it. Music is universal.”

'Supreme Aftermath' is out now via Rhyme Dawah, and if you’re in the Boston area on Jan. 15, be sure to head to the Middle East in Cambridge for the release party. It’ll feature performances by Masta Ace, G.Dot & Born, and Blacastan.

Tracklist: 
01. Supreme Aftermath (prod. by Skin Ced)
02. Mic Divine (feat. Blacastan) [prod. by Teddy Roxpin]
03. Main Attraction (prod. by Sicknature)
04. Long Way To Go (feat. Gift of Gab and Cyrus Deshield) [prod. by The Arcitpe]
05. Devil's Shadow (feat. Divine Styler and Rite Hook) [prod. by Skin Ced]
06. Guerrilla Soldiers (feat. Planet Asia) [prod. by The Arcitype]
07. Energetic Darts (prod. by Skin Ced)
08. The Procedure (feat. G. Dot & Born) [prod. by Divine Styler]
09. Blood Of Our Brothers (prod. by Skin Ced)
10. Words In Red (feat. Shabazz the Disciple) [prod. by Skin Ced]
11. The Worst Part (feat. Red Baren) [prod. by Skin Ced]
12. No Surrender (prod. by Skin Ced)
13. Experience the Struggle (prod. by Skin Ced)
14. Where's Justice? (feat. Krumbsnatcha) [prod. by Skin Ced]
*All Cuts by DJ Slipwax

Stream/Buy-Links:
• iTunes: http://apple.co/1UtOVBJ
• Google Play: http://bit.ly/1WedC6u
• Amazon: http://amzn.to/1Pfyhl7
• Spotify: http://spoti.fi/1RT5Uy6
• Tidal: http://tidal.com/album/55437758

Blak Madeen Online:
• Twitter:  https://twitter.com/blak_madeen
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakmadeen
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blakmadeen

Blak Madeen - Supreme Aftermath (Album Stream)

Smif N Wessun have always had deep ties to the reggae culture, dating back to one of their first hits, “Sound Bwoy Bureill.” The duo have now completed a 6-song, reggae-inspired EP, entitled ‘Born and Raised.' The project, due out Dec. 3rd, is entirely produced by Beatnick & K-Salaam. ‘Born and Raised’ features Junior Reid, Jr. Kelly and Jahdan, and will be available at all digital-retail outlets. Purchase the lead single ’Solid Ground’ here: http://smarturl.it/SNWsolidground

Smif N Wessun are also doing a limited-edition physical bundle featuring a CD Digipak, 45 Single Vinyl, Illustrated T-Shirt, Custom branded rolling papers, and a custom branded grinder available at the Duck Down Shop. 

On Oct. 16th, Smif N Wessun are performing a reggae jam session in Brooklyn, NY, as part of the Duck Down x Javotti Media CMJ showcase, with Talib Kweli, Black Moon, Phony Ppl, Sean Price, The Underachievers + more. Tickets: http://bit.ly/19nmP7H

Follow: @SmifnWessun (@GeneralSteele @TekSmokeeLah) | @KSalaamBeatnick | @DuckDownMusic

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Smif N Wessun - Solid Ground (feat. Junior Reid)

Consisting of 5-Star, O’Nill & Nivek, Dezert Eez formed at Western Michigan University, located in Kalamazoo, MI (the “Microbrew Capital”) and after performing on the local circuit for a year, the trio began making waves in Detroit’s underground scene.  

In early 2005, Dezert Eez released its first mixtape, The Realness, which won widespread critical praise that focused especially on the group’s lyrics. The buzz helped them earn a raft of high-profile outside gigs, including shows with KRS-1, Dead Prez, Slum Village and a mini tour with Wu Tang Clan’s Inspectah Deck.

Dezert Eez leapt to a bigger stage in 2008 when 5-Star teamed up with C-Rayz Walz, Killah Priest, and Bronze Nazareth to form The Almighty.  The album also featured hip hop legends Canibus, Keith Murray, and Planet Asia.  In 2009, Dezert Eez inked a deal with Universal and released their debut album Ghettobox. 

Since then, the group has released two mixtapes, Call of Duty: The Black Ops, which featured Raekwon, Killah Priest, La the Darkman, One.Be.Lo and Bronze Nazareth and We Own the Summer which featured One.Be.Lo, Mike Posner and Mos Def.

The name Dezert Eez (Desert Eagle) is symbolic of a weapon created in Israel and then later brought to the states to be manufactured much like the Original Man.   The group’s very first recording together was entitled “Declaration of War,” and now with their new upcoming album Magnificent Swords and Fly Jewelz, Dezert Eez comes full circle with the projects lead-single “Riot Gear” featuring Dead Prez.  

Dezert Eez’s Magnificent Swords and Fly Jewelz will be released this fall.

For More Information:

https://twitter.com/Dezert_Eez
https://twitter.com/STICRBG
https://twitter.com/M1deadprez 
https://www.facebook.com/dezert.eez
http://dezerteez.com/
Instagram: @dezerteez



Dezert Eez f/ Dead Prez- 'Riot Gear'

Black Moon delivers a brand new track for the holidays, "Go To War". Recorded for DJ Evil Dee's most recent mixtape, this track has that vintage sound you've come to expect from the trio. 

Happy Holidays from Black Moon and Duck Down Music. 

Download DJ Evil Dee's 'Broadcasting Live' mixtape at the link. 
http://bit.ly/1zv9vL2

Free Mixtape Download

Black Moon - "Go To War"

Canibus returns with the second release from his forthcoming release  (5-12-15)"Time Flys, Life Dies...Phoenix Rise" on RBC Records.  

"Bronze Horses" displays Canibus alongside two of his Wu-Tang contemporaries; Killah Priest on mic duties and Bronze Nazareth on production.  

Canibus’ 16th studio LP is largely produced by RZA protégé/Wu-Tang affiliate Bronze Nazareth with co-production from Domingo and Wisemen member Kevlaar 7 (RIP).  The album also boasts features from the likes of Raekwon, Pete Rock, Kurupt, Killah Priest, Craig G and Battle Rap Champion Dizaster.

Pre-Orders for the album are available now via Itunes and Amazon.  All Pre-Orders will come with both singles "Seismoluminesence" and "Bronze Horses" as instant free downloads. 

For More Information:
https://twitter.com/darealcanibus
https://twitter.com/killahpriest 
https://twitter.com/bronzenazareth
https://www.facebook.com/CanibusMusic
https://twitter.com/rbcrecords
http://rbc-records.com/
https://www.facebook.com/rbcrecords


Time Flys, Life Dies... Phoenix Rise (Deluxe Version)

Bronze Horses

Canibus f/ Killah Priest- 'Bronze Horses' (produced by Bronze Nazareth)

Walk On feat. Black Thought & Isaac Hayes

“Long Way to Go” is the powerful new single from Boston’s own Blak Madeen, who are gearing up to release their new album, 'Supreme Aftermath.'

Since debuting in 2008, the duo of Al-J and Yusuf Abdul-Mateen have used their positivity and passion to craft some of the more poignant Hip-Hop to come out of the New England area. And that’s especially apparent on “Long Way to Go,” a cutting song that features a sharp guest verse from living rap legend, Gift of Gab (of Blackalicious). He and Blak Madeen recognize that with each step we take forward as a society to get better, we’re still not there just yet.

Their message is anchored by a contemplative, piano-laden instrumental supplied by The Arcitype, who captures the emotion heard within the verses and chorus. The latter is supplied by rising singer-songwriter Cyrus DeShield, a gifted vocalist who we’ll surely be hearing more from in 2016.

'Supreme Aftermath' is due out January 15th, via Rhyme Dawah, and includes guest features from Blacastan, G. Dot & Born, Shabazz the Disciple, Krumbsnatcha, DJ Slipwax and more, and boasts production by Sicknature (of Snowgoons), Divine Styler, Teddy Roxpin, and Skin Ced. 

'Supreme Aftermath' (Press Release): http://bit.ly/1MrvNyj

Tracklist:
01. Supreme Aftermath (prod. by Skin Ced)
02. Mic Divine (feat. Blacastan) [prod. by Teddy Roxpin]
03. Main Attraction (prod. by Sicknature)
04. Long Way To Go (feat. Gift of Gab and Cyrus Deshield) [prod. by The Arcitype]
05. Devil's Shadow (feat. Divine Styler and Rite Hook) [prod. by Skin Ced]
06. Guerrilla Soldiers (feat. Planet Asia) [prod. by The Arcitype]
07. Energetic Darts (prod. by Skin Ced)
08. The Procedure (feat. G. Dot & Born) [prod. by Divine Styler]
09. Blood Of Our Brothers (prod. by Skin Ced)
10. Words In Red (feat. Shabazz the Disciple) [prod. by Skin Ced]
11. The Worst Part (feat. Red Baren) [prod. by Skin Ced]
12. No Surrender (prod. by Skin Ced)
13. Experience the Struggle (prod. by Skin Ced)
14. Where's Justice? (feat. Krumbsnatcha) [prod. by Skin Ced]
*All Cuts by DJ Slipwax

Blak Madeen Online:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakmadeen
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blakmadeen

Twitter:
• Blak Madeen: https://twitter.com/blak_madeen
• Gift of Gab: https://twitter.com/realgiftofgab
• Cyrus Deshield: https://twitter.com/Mr_Deshield
• The Arcitype: https://twitter.com/TheArcitype


Long Way To Go (feat. Gift of Gab & Cyrus Deshield) [prod. by The Arcitype]

 Boston’s own Blak Madeen deliver an incredibly potent and relevant new album, 'Supreme Aftermath,' that deftly tackles Islamophobia, media-fueled hatred, and other issues facing our society.

Group member’s Yusuf Abdul-Mateen and Al-J Both drive that point home in making it clear that their message on this album is simple: “Think for yourself; don’t let the media or the politicians tell you how to view the world,” says Yusuf. While Al-J, agrees: “We are not preaching or trying to tell you what to do. You have to gravitate to our message—it’s magnetic.”

That sentiment is felt immediately on the opening title track, an already-powerful message made that much more poignant through the use of Malcolm X quotes. His voice serves as a guiding light for the duo, two proud Muslim men who use the remaining 13 songs to spread love, dish out sharp criticisms of the media, and spit straight verbal darts.

The album boasts features from the likes of Gift of Gab, Planet Asia, and Blacastan, who provide copmelling guest appearances on “Long Way to Go,” “Guerrilla Soldiers,” and “Mic Divine,” respectively. And it’s not just the fact that these guests leave a mark on the album with their skills; they’re clearly well-thought out choices who complement their like-minded rap brethren. Al-J and Yusuf prove their just as capable on their own, though, especially on cuts like the aptly titled “Energetic Darts,” as well as the thoughtful album-closer, “Where’s Justice?.”

With 'Supreme Aftermath,' Blak Madeen add another impressive project to their already-solid catalogue, while cementing Boston’s placement on the Hip-Hop map. “I think Supreme Aftermath is our best work yet, production-wise. It’s soulful music with a good message,” Al-J says, while Yusuf notes that they knew exactly what they wanted to do both lyrically and musically. The latter received a boost from a top-notch production lineup, comprised of The Arcitype, Sicknature (of Snowgoons), and Teddy Roxpin, among others.

Beyond all that, the two just want people to enjoy this album for what it is: “This is Hip-Hop, first and foremost,” Yusuf says. “One doesn’t need to be a Muslim or a Five Percenter or whatever to feel it. Music is universal.”

'Supreme Aftermath' is out now via Rhyme Dawah, and if you’re in the Boston area on Jan. 15, be sure to head to the Middle East in Cambridge for the release party. It’ll feature performances by Masta Ace, G.Dot & Born, and Blacastan.

Tracklist: 
01. Supreme Aftermath (prod. by Skin Ced)
02. Mic Divine (feat. Blacastan) [prod. by Teddy Roxpin]
03. Main Attraction (prod. by Sicknature)
04. Long Way To Go (feat. Gift of Gab and Cyrus Deshield) [prod. by The Arcitpe]
05. Devil's Shadow (feat. Divine Styler and Rite Hook) [prod. by Skin Ced]
06. Guerrilla Soldiers (feat. Planet Asia) [prod. by The Arcitype]
07. Energetic Darts (prod. by Skin Ced)
08. The Procedure (feat. G. Dot & Born) [prod. by Divine Styler]
09. Blood Of Our Brothers (prod. by Skin Ced)
10. Words In Red (feat. Shabazz the Disciple) [prod. by Skin Ced]
11. The Worst Part (feat. Red Baren) [prod. by Skin Ced]
12. No Surrender (prod. by Skin Ced)
13. Experience the Struggle (prod. by Skin Ced)
14. Where's Justice? (feat. Krumbsnatcha) [prod. by Skin Ced]
*All Cuts by DJ Slipwax

Stream/Buy-Links:
• iTunes: http://apple.co/1UtOVBJ
• Google Play: http://bit.ly/1WedC6u
• Amazon: http://amzn.to/1Pfyhl7
• Spotify: http://spoti.fi/1RT5Uy6
• Tidal: http://tidal.com/album/55437758

Blak Madeen Online:
• Twitter:  https://twitter.com/blak_madeen
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakmadeen
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blakmadeen

Supreme Aftermath (prod. by Skin Ced)

Mic Divine (feat. Blacastan) [prod. by Teddy Roxpin]

Main Attraction (prod. by Sicknature)

Devil's Shadow (feat. Divine Styler & Rite Hook)[prod. by Skin Ced]

The last month has been filled with "1st's" for Torii Wolf; premiering her debut solo track, 1st,” with Pitchfork and the corresponding video with Vevo,  announcing her debut solo album, Flow Riiot, (that just happens to be produced by DJ Premier) and now her “1st” remix featuring Dilated Peoples; which was premiered today by Mass Appeal. 

The original version of “1st” found Premier digging into his past catalog and reshuffling the deck on a Rakka Iriscience vocal sample from his “Good As Gone” production which appeared on Dilated Peoples Directors Of Photography album to create another spellbinding scratch-chorus “I’ve seen the last come first, I’ve seen the first last.” With the release of the remix today, “1st” has officially come full circle as Torii and Preemo recruit Evidence and Rakka to officially join them; and with their respective verses and Premier implementing extra punch to the drums and additional piano harmonies—the “1st” (Remix) sounds like an entirely different song.

“I changed the arrangement of Torii's verses and removed the second verse completely” Premier relayed to Mass Appeal.  “I added some extra piano harmonies and it fit on the first attempt. I played all of the sounds; including the piano so there are no samples on the original nor the remix.  Ev and Rakaa sent me 24 bars in total and I split them up into a sixteen and an eight bar set up.   They sounded so good from the original it was a no brainer to get them on the Remix.” 

“When I first laid the song down with Preem we didn't really know where the song would end up" Torii stated.  Preem makes the beat and I express the emotion it evokes inside of me. From there it evolves. Preem is brilliant and he found the perfect line from “Good As Gone” to throw into the mix of the song. I am blown away by what Evidence and Raaka have come up with on this Remix. I love how well they were able to connect with the concept. To feel understood and to hear how other people can unleash a similar emotion (in their own words) and share an understanding of the story is an incredible feeling.” 

Discussing the “1st” (Remix) with Mass Appeal, Ev and Rakaa discuss how Remix discussions began in earnest almost immediately.   “I thought it was dope right off the bat” Evidence shared.  “I kept playing it and really peeped what she was talking about; and felt it even more. Of course I was excited that Preem was cutting our voices up.  I think every rapper secretly wishes that will happen to them.” Rakaa expressed similar sentiments “When I first heard the original, I was kind of shocked because I didn't know we were going to be such an integral part of the song. It's just a line, but Premier put that coal under pressure until it became a diamond. The power and emotion of Tori's voice mixed with a uniquely dope chamber of Boom-Bap created something that is somehow both dark and brilliant--almost haunting. I wanted to be a part of any remix that they were doing immediately, so it was an honor to get the call from my big brother.”
 
“1st” and its accompanying Remix offer just a glimpse at the musical symmetry and bond Torii developed with Premier; a Hip-Hop king who has a habit of contributing and producing historic projects behind the boards. Torii Wolf’s forthcoming debut brings a full clip of moods, range, and vast musical talent. Torii and Premier’s collaborative union bum-rushes the walls of genre, age, and expectations to let the world know there’s a Flow Riiot going on.

For More Information:
https://twitter.com/toriiwolf
https://twitter.com/REALDJPREMIER
https://twitter.com/dilatedpeoples 
http://www.toriiwolf.com/ 
http://premierwuzhere.com/
https://www.facebook.com/toriisound/?fref=ts
https://www.facebook.com/DJPremierOfficial
https://soundcloud.com/premier-wuz-here
https://www.instagram.com/toriiwolf/ 
http://instagram.com/djpremier#


Flow Riiot

Torii Wolf f/ Dilated Peoples “1st” (Remix) (Produced by DJ Premier)

Gang Starr ft. Uncle Reo Vs Nas & Cormega - In this life [RagBack RMX]

Edo G, Masta Ace & Common - CpH Claimin' Respect #2

This is just a quick "show how" ;) Its not my best technical work though, I mean I could have did better if I really wanted to, but I think its enough for this one...

Big Shout out  to DJ P-Trikz & DJ DCReal67 and the whole Bumrush Radio Crew ! Thank you for your support guys and keep up the real Hip Hop alive !
Peace !

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"Dangerous Artform" is available on all platforms via Chuck D's SpitSlam Records.

https://blakmadeen.bandcamp.com/

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