Freez Talks Soundset, New Album, Coming Up In The Scene + MORE

Anthonia, Derek, and Justus (from the Litestyle Observer and Breaks X Lakes) talk Minnesota Hip Hop, including interviews with Sims and Lucien Parker. With this week's featured producer, we dig into Medium Zach's new project, Beatstory. We also talk about the past weekend's shows, new music and upcoming shows. All the fun stuff! If you like what you hear, check out more of their work below.

https://soundcloud.com/simsdoomtree
https://soundcloud.com/lucien-parker
https://soundcloud.com/mediumzach
https://soundcloud.com/thelitestyleobserver

Check it out on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lakeviews-w-sims-lucien-parker/id1193901204?i=1000379834812&mt=2

LAKEVIEWS with Sims & Lucien Parker

This week, Derek and Justus breakdown some upcoming events, new music, and an interview with St. Paul MC Why Khaliq! Plus beats from this week's featured producer, Shrimpnose! If you like what you hear, be sure to check out more of their catalogs below.

https://soundcloud.com/whykhaliq
https://soundcloud.com/johnshrimpnose

Listen on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lakeviews-with-why-khaliq/id1193901204?i=1000379945946&mt=2

Lakeviews with Why Khaliq

This week, Derek and Justus welcome this week's featured producer, Blamsiss, into the studio to preview the hottest upcoming events, the best new music and interviews with Kat Fox, Jayso Creative & J. Plaza! If you like what you hear, be sure to check out more of their catalogs below.

https://soundcloud.com/blamsiss
https://soundcloud.com/yokatsup
https://soundcloud.com/jayso-creative
https://soundcloud.com/iamjplaza

https://happyimpresent.bandcamp.com/
https://soundcloud.com/mac-irv/sets/misfit55411
https://soundcloud.com/mikethemartyr/sets/alexander-dopedeal
https://soundcloud.com/sake-red/sets/wants-1

Keep up with everything by subscribing to LakeViews on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lakeviews/id1193901204?mt=2

LAKEVIEWS with Blamsiss, Kat Fox, Jayso Creative, and J.Plaza

This week Derek and Justus hang out with Rich Garvey and are also joined by Mista Maehem. 


https://www.gofundme.com/prof-co-van-robbery-fund - Prof Tour Van Go Fund Me
https://twitter.com/mistamaeham - Mista Maehem
https://www.facebook.com/events/201315340340020/ - Love Daze the Rich Garvey Miniseries
https://soundcloud.com/rich-garvey
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frDamZjCbkI - COMEUPOUTDAWAHTA - GMCFOSHO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdOWxhake9k - Greg Grease - Seing Being (feat. Ak Rite, Tall Paul & Alicia Steele)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I42FUvBzWVM

New Music

https://www.audiomack.com/song/muja-messiah/mcrnm

https://soundcloud.com/blandamusic/sets/blue-flannels-ep

https://soundcloud.com/juicelawwd/tha-real

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgKoLiVGn_A

Lakeviews with Rich Garvey & Mista Maehem

This week, Justus & Derek discuss all the great Hip Hop in the state. Plus interviews with Illuminous 3's own Franz Diego & My Parents Bassment's DJ Low.

https://twitter.com/FranzDiego
https://twitter.com/MplsDJ_Low

Be sure to check out some of the best new music below:
https://soundcloud.com/reefarei/sets/freetape
https://soundcloud.com/reevesjunya/reeves-junya-city-love-me-feat-j-plaza-prod-topper-atwood
https://soundcloud.com/pr1zm0tr0n/hold-me-up
https://soundcloud.com/meganhamiltonmusic/sets/photosynthetic
https://soundcloud.com/axelfoleymn/sets/dna

LakeViews with DJ Low & Franz Diego

Derek spoke with St. Paul's own DJ D-Mil to talk about the 5th Annual Hip Hop 4 Autism show at the Amsterdam Bar & Hall this Sunday as well as his time with GO 95.3 FM with Mr. Peter Parker. 

https://twitter.com/djdmil?
ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
http://www.amsterdambarandhall.com/events/hip-hop-4-autism/

DJ D-Mil Interview

Derek sits down with emerging MC, Student 1 to discuss the creative process behind his new EP, Dichotomy & his upcoming release show at the Minneapolis Music Hall. With a project stacked with stellar production & features, Student 1 proves that class is in session so take note. Check out Dichotomy in full below & grab your tickets to the release show on Friday, February 24th!

https://soundcloud.com/coines/sets/student-1-dichotomy
https://us.eventbu.com/minneapolis/student-1-dichotomy-release-party-at-music-hall/1055289

Photo captured by Zach Rivera

Student 1 Interview

This week we break down new music from Brother Ali, Muja Messiah, Travis Gorman, CRAM, Bobby Raps, J.Plaza, Nazeem and Spencer Joles, Mulloy England. Plus talk of shows including the Soundset lineup! Plus interviews with Proper-T, Litestyle Observer, Mic QA, Cashinova, and Prince Po! 

full notes at breaksxlakes.net

Lakeviews with Proper-T, Litestyle Observer, Mic QA, Cashinova, and Prince Po

Three interviews plus a grip load of new music this week on Lakeviews! Coming to you every Thursday from now on! www.breaksxlakes.net

Lakeviews With Unknown Creatures, DJ Keezy, and Mike Dreams

As part of the fourth week of March edition of LakeViews, Derek spoke with Minneapolis MC Yare at Purple City Studios to discuss his 4th project, FrustrationOVERload, the drive behind the movement and how he merged skateboarding with music. Be sure to stop out to Honey on 3/30 for his FrustrationOVERload Release Party too.

YARE on LakeViews

As part of March's fourth week episode of Lakeviews, Derek calls up Rez Rap's reigning rhymer, Baby Shel to find out his first headlining show of 2017, organizing an adult basketball program in the Red Lake Reservation and the Texas Chainsaw Manor. Plus an update on new music and more. And make sure to check out his show at the Nomad on 4/1.

Baby Shel on Lakeviews

This week, Justus and Derek venture outside to enjoy the weather and the music. We also spoke with Minneapolis MC Yare discussing his latest project, FrustrationOVERload as well as his album release show on 3/30 at Honey. And Baby Shel calls in to talk about his first headlining show of 2017 at the Nomad on 4/1, organizing an adult basketball program and his experience with the Texas Chainsaw Massacre Manor. All this and more in this week's Lakeviews.

Lakeviews with Yare & Baby Shel

KVSC's Urban Invasion featured South Minneapolis MCs DNA where Axel Foley & Darq Matter get into the backstory behind their self titled debut, the "Yee!" movement and perform their song, "Pool Sharks" live on-air.

http://breaksxlakes.net/urban-invasion-playlist-33017/

Axel Foley & Darq Matter (DNA) on KVSC's Urban Invasion

This week Derek and Justus are joined By Spencer Wirth-Davis and Ryan Kopperud. Spencer produces under the name Big Cats and Ryan used to be known as Homeless. Together, they have a new podcast called the What If Podcast?

During the show, we feature new music and upcoming events and talk about 'What Ifs' with Ryan and Spencer.

check their podcast at whatifpodcast.com

Lakeviews with Spencer Wirth Davis (Big Cats) and Ryan Kopperud

This week on Lakeviews Derek talks with DJ Babyghost ahead of her show, Phase 1. As well as interviews with the band Cool Pollution right before their EP release show and St. Cloud spitter Profit showcases his skills on Urban Invasion. Throughout  Derek and Justus highlight new releases from the week and upcoming events! DAMN.

Lakeviews With DJ BABYGHOST, Cool Pollution & Profit

This week we have the legendary Big Quarters to celebrate the re release of their debut Cost of Living, 10 years later. They talk about the album and why they chose a vinyl release, their deep connections to family and community, an old record store named Root Cellar, Last of the Record Buyers, #beatstory , and a lot more!

Lakeviews With Big Quarters & Izell Pyramid

In this week, Justus and Derek dig into the latest music from the movement as well as set their sights on the upcoming week. Plus we have Trevor Klopp from the "riff-hop" group, Weather Check stopping in to talk about their Saturday show. And long standing city affiliate, Sadistik talks about his new album, Altars. Check it out here and on iTunes.

Like a song that was featured on the podcast? Hear it in its entirely in the weekly playlist: https://soundcloud.com/breaksxlakes/sets/may-week-1

Lakeviews With Sadistik & Weather Check

This week, Justus and Derek look back at the some recent releases as well as get ready for a week's worth of shows. Derek also checks in with Christopher Michael Jensen to talk about his latest album "A New Age" as well as learns more about Ackronem's Summer School residency at Honey every Tuesday in June. With a special Minne-mix and featured producer Chocvillah, you just have to tune in to hear more.

Check out the more from everybody below:
https://soundcloud.com/chocvillah
https://soundcloud.com/christophermichaeljensen/sets/a-new-age
https://soundcloud.com/ackronem
https://soundcloud.com/findingnovyon/nevertoohigh
https://soundcloud.com/mista-maeham/blue-cheese
https://soundcloud.com/juicelawwd/it-aint-hard-to-tell-prod-by-tek
https://soundcloud.com/devonxtravis/no-reply-feat-baby-shel-prod-by-travis-gorman-1
https://soundcloud.com/aym/jessepinkman?in=aym/sets/hues

Lakeviews ft. Christopher Michael Jensen & Ackronem

Lakeviews W/ Sophia Eris, DJ Lady Em, Michel B, Nazeem & Spencer Joles, J - Bird, J - Plaza

Lakeviews W/ Sophia Eris, DJ Lady Em, Michel B, J - Bird, J - Plaza, Nazeem & Spencer Joles

Lakeviews W/ Manchita & Bionik, Prince Carlton, Prizm

The Mayor Of MPLS & LongDOE Co-CEO BiG WiZ chops it up with Derek to talk about his two projects, AirMax Muzik & S.A.F.E., as well as what to expect at the Triple Release Party at Honey on Thursday, June 15th at 10pm. Plus chop it up about talking with Redman and his legendary sneaker game.  Check it out & go grab both projects here: https://bigwiz.bandcamp.com/

BIG WIZ Lakeviews

This week we talk with ECID about his new album and his recent departure from the Twin Cities. We talked with him on the night of his homecoming release party at the Triple Rock

Justus and Derek also break down all the events going on this week, plus new Minne-mixes including Left Field & Baby Shel, Rich Garvey, Taylor J, Pilot Jonny plus more.

Lakeviews with Ecid

This week, Justus and Derek sit down with Free Lunch Crew's own Yanna Ely to find out how she began rapping, her upcoming album "Beggars Bridge," and her upcoming performance at Day of Dignity on Saturday, October 7th at Masjid An-Nur from 11am-5pm. Plus 
this week's featured producer, Wyatt Lewis, discussions of the Minnesota Lynx and securing their 4th Championship along with what it means to have a regional sound. All that and some Minne-mixes on this week's Lakeviews.

https://soundcloud.com/yanna-ely
https://soundcloud.com/wy-tt

Lakeviews ft. Yanna Ely

This week, Justus and Derek veer the flaming weekly wreckage of statewide pride into your ears with the latest bangers and insightful conversation. Joined by QT? of LikeMinds, he discusses his album "FFM," Happiness On Pursuit Festival and favourite party moments ahead of his Release Party on Saturday, October 21st at Public Functionary. Then Mill City Collective's own Reed Benjamin KOB sits down to discuss how fatherhood has influenced him as an MC, his long awaited project "Reed Benjamin's Greed Pendulum" as well as what's in store for his set at Bars & Brews on Thursday, October 19th at Dayblock Brewery. Plus talking about the NBA, the #MeToo campaign and Minne-mixes; Lakeviews is the talk show to talk about.

https://soundcloud.com/likemindsofficial/sets/ffm-by-qt
https://soundcloud.com/reedbenjaminn
https://www.facebook.com/events/1832564597073022/?acontext=%7B%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22dashboard%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22calendar_tab_event%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D]%2C%22source%22%3A2%7D
https://www.facebook.com/events/1306236066169616/?acontext=%7B%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22bookmarks%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmarks_menu%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D%2C%7B%22surface%22%3A%22dashboard%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22calendar_tab_event%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D]%2C%22ref%22%3A46%2C%22source%22%3A2%7D

Lakeviews ft. QT? & Reed Benjamin KOB

As Justus continues to evade the law, Derek is joined with special guest host Rich Garvey to talk about his new album "Onyx Gemstone," 2017 highlights and the existence of UFOs. In doing so, Derek dials up Milwaukee's Simon Mustafa to talk about his project "Above It All" before he takes over the Kitty Kat Club on January 2nd. And don't check your watch cause they throw it back to the lost interview with Frankie Bash to explore the magic behind his album "Timelapse" and what's on the horizon for the St. Paul producer/MC. Much like the contributions of Revel Stoke, this episode is sure to go down smooth.

Songs include:
Rich Garvey & Ackryte "Better Than I've Ever Been ft. Why Khaliq"
Rich Garvey & Ackryte "Gorgeous ft. AbhiNav"
Simon Mustafa "Intro/Time to Reflect"
Siimon Mustafa "Nights Like This"
Frankie Bash "Vows"
Frankie Bash "Nostalgia ft. Project Pat"
Rich Garvey & Ackryte "Raindrops"

Lakeviews ft. Rich Garvey, Simon Mustafa & Frankie Bash

This week, Minneapolis MC/Producer Pharoah sits down with Derek to discuss everything from his new project "Stars In The Sky," the effects of McNally Smith's sudden closure, his creative process & how he ended up literally playing with fire. All this & more on Lakeviews.

Be sure to check out Pharoah's new project "Stars In The Sky" out now!!!  
https://soundcloud.com/loveofpharaoh/sets/stars-in-the-sky
https://twitter.com/LoveOfPharaoh

Lakeviews ft. Pharoah

http://breaksxlakes.net/camden-marz-dream/

@https://soundcloud.com/aamir-muhammad312
@https://soundcloud.com/psoul8

Camden Marz "Dream" Produced by P. Soul

Ahead of his benefit show, Christopher Michael Jensen stops by the studio to discuss the theme behind Artists For Eating Disorder Recovery on Friday, February 16th at the Nomad World Pub. With half the proceeds going towards the Joy Project.

https://www.facebook.com/events/370528503373423/

Christopher Michael Jensen for "Artists For Eating Disorder Recovery" Benefit

Ahead of their release party, Scoundrel Spence, GeNreal & GP Jacob sit down with Justus & Derek to discuss their new album, "The Benefits." With topics ranging from their origins, differences between urban & rural life as well as the importance of being an artist, this is sure to be a beneficial use of your time.

Be sure to stop out to The Benefits Album Release Party on Saturday, April 14th at 331 Club in NE Minneapolis. Hosted by GP Jacobs & special guest The Lioness. Free Entry and doors at 10pm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/169072370544867/

@off_10
@GeNreal-1

Lakeviews featuring Scoundrel Spence, GeNreal & GP Jacob

Before you venture to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Derek & Justus are here to help you find out all that's going round the TC with a special Soundset 2018 preview. With sonic selections from Last of The Record Buyers producers, they sit down with local performers Prof, Jayso Creative & O.G. Grip about what it means for the scene to take part in the iconic festival.

Get your tickets & the latest updates via the Soundset App or online at https://soundsetfestival.com/.

Lakeviews ft. Prof, Jayso Creative & O.G. Grip

Ahead of his album release party, Derek sat down to talk to Minneapolis MC Illab about his new project, "All I'll Leave Is Photographs." Touching on the importance of photographs, political angst, battling & more, find out what to expect at Mortimers Bar on Thursday, June 21st as he will be joined by Haphduzn, Po'Etikit, DJ Frank Castle, DJ SLZY B, Moonlight Grammar & some surprise guests.

https://www.facebook.com/events/228948054531530/

Check out the album here & see you there! https://soundcloud.com/illabo-rustbucket/sets/all-ill-leave-is-photographs

Featuring the songs "48 Straight" & "Never Be Perfect"

Lakeviews ft. Illab

Ahead of their show at The Pourhouse in Dinkytown, Derek put in a call to Detroit MC Elzhi & Jamla Records producer, Khrysis to discuss their new group Jericho Jackson, Elzhi writing with synesthesia, Khrysis' relationship to being on the mic vs. the boards & more. 

Check them out their album & experience it live on Sunday, July 22 with Wu-Tang Clan affiliate Bronze Nazareth, Dumb Luck, 60 East, Christopher Michael Jensen, Niles, Juice Lord, DJ Forecast & Seiler as he celebrates the release of his new project "Hay Day."

https://www.facebook.com/events/478268219272500/

Includes the songs "Self Made" & "Thank You" from their album Jericho Jackson.

Lakeviews Ft. Jericho Jackson (Elzhi & Khrysis)

Ahead of his upcoming release "I'm Here But I'm Not," OKnice stops in to discuss the project with Derek. With between his personal philosophy of what makes good music and performing with a live drummer, the St. Paul MC explains the making of the album as well as the dark points of inspiration. All this and more so let it roar!

@okniceraps

"I'm Here But I'm Not" will be available on all streaming platforms on Thursday, 9/27.

Lakeviews ft. OKnice

Breaks X Lakes is the blog you can trust as we are dedicated to breaking & highlighting the best emerging Hip Hop within the state of Minnesota, all while bringing everyone together as a culture & as a community. For a taste of everything MN, check out our weekly podcast, LakeViews as we keep it 100 in the land of 10,000 Lakes with the latest news, music, concerts and interviews.
  
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