06 - String Theory - Art Of Rap (Ft. Halfcut)

(Definitive Jux, 2000)

Enters the Colossus is the debut EP by Mr. Lif, released Nov. 14, 2000 on Def Jux Records.

Avengers

Kev Brown presents Hassaan Mackey
"Dope"
Produced by Kev Brown
Project management: Ill Adrenaline Records & Iveriani T. Lawrence

Video:
http://youtu.be/67JuDzwLlUs

From the long awaited "That Grit" EP/mini-album, available worldwide (CD/LP/cassette/digital) November 4 on Ill Adrenaline Records / Low Budget Records.

Order "Dope" on iTunes:
http://bit.ly/KevBrownAndHassaanMackey

Pre-order "That Grit" on iTunes:
http://bit.ly/ThatGrit
(Please note: if you pre-order the album, you'll immediately get "Dope" and "Dope (Instrumental)" as instant gratification tracks, then the rest of the songs on the release day)

Pre-order "That Grit" on CD, 12" LP, and cassette:
http://www.illadrenalinerecords.com
http://www.ughh.com
http://www.fatbeats.com
http://www.hhv.de
http://www.vinyl-digital.com
http://www.vinylism.de

About Kev Brown & Hassaan Mackey and "That Grit":

Following the critically acclaimed "Pillars" EP with MindsOne, Kev Brown teams up again with Ill Adrenaline Records, this time collaborating with fellow Low Budget Crew member Hassaan Mackey to bless listeners with "That Grit".

Both the Washington D.C. based producer-on-the-mic and the Rochester, NY emcee are longtime members of the prolific artist collective and have previously worked together various times, but this mini-album marks the first time the two embark on a full project. Most boom-bap enthusiasts should already be well acquainted with both Kev Brown and Hassaan Mackey: double threat Kev Brown already showcased his skills on microphones as well as production boards on countless releases and has been dubbed "king of basslines" by fans worldwide. In addition to his solo recordings Kev's credits include beats for heavyweights like Busta Rhymes, Biz Markie, De La Soul, Jazzy Jeff, and Marley Marl just to name a few, as well as handling entire album production for LMNO, Kaimbr, and Raw Poetic. Hassaan Mackey released a string of albums, including a full-length LP with Apollo Brown, and appearances on releases by Oddissee, Kaimbr, The Left and L'Orange.

Recorded during a series of impromptu bus and train trips Hassaan took from Rochester to visit Kev in Washington, "That Grit" was created with a spontaneous approach, reflecting both Mackey's freestyle background and Brown's proven "random joints" formula. Entirely produced by Kev Brown and featuring his signature bassline-driven and raw but soulful sound, "That Grit" consists of an intro, eight full-length tracks and six instrumentals. Hassaan and Kev share mic duties on most of the songs, inviting close friends/frequent collaborators Kaimbr, Toine, yU, Kenn Starr, Eye-Q, Asheru (of Unspoken Heard) as well as the Younger Soul Brother Grap Luva along as feature guests, turning the record into a true family affair.

Websites:
http://www.illadrenalinerecords.com
http://kevbrown.blogspot.com/

Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/illadrenalinerecords
https://www.facebook.com/pages/KEV-BROWN/495324930588142?ref=bookmarks
https://www.facebook.com/HassaanMackey1

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/ILLADRENALINE
https://twitter.com/KevBr0wn
https://twitter.com/HassaanMackey
https://twitter.com/L0WBUDGET
https://twitter.com/iveriani
https://twitter.com/slimbojimboyo

Instagram:
http://instagram.com/illadrenalinerecords
http://instagram.com/kevbrownpictures
http://instagram.com/hassaanmackey

Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/illadrenalinerecords

Buy on iTunes

Kev Brown & Hassaan Mackey feat. Kaimbr "Dope"

from Mr. Lif - Don't Look Down (coming 4/15)

"Lif absolutely goes in. His verses are so full of dexterous multis, crazy similes, inventive metaphors, and internal rhymes that it would be dizzying if the song’s concept wasn’t so thoroughly focused. It’s literally about dropping and acquiring knowledge while Lif hosts a clinic on how to rhyme." - Stereogum

Mr. Lif discusses his upcoming new album:
Welcome to "Don't Look Down". This album is my ode to the ebbs and flows of life. It's ultimate credo is to keep your head up in the toughest of times. This collection of songs in its own way asks us repeatedly if we can stand up after being knocked down. With music born from my own successes, failures, and hard learned lessons, this poetry is woven as a cloak to conceal & nurture me when times are tough and as a consistent and reliable conduit to bliss in my attempts to live life vividly.

Thematically, the album begins by following the main character through a harrowing set of circumstances (Pounds of Pressure and The Abyss). Due to the emotionally jarring nature of what occurs in tracks 1 & 2, the protagonist falls into a state of depression on track 3 (Everyday We Pray). By the end of "Everyday We Pray", optimism starts to seep back into the protagonist's outlook and the song "Let Go" represents just that. He is letting go of the challenging situations that have caused him despair.

"A Better Day" is perhaps the height of his optimism shone through a lens of clarity & realism. "Whizdom", "Mission Accomplished", & "World Renown" represent ways in which I dive deep into poetry in order to create my own world and provide myself a respite from the ills of society . "iLL" is a turning point in which vulnerabilities creep back toward my surface. A deeply reflective state sets in, and I am left to ponder the ways of the world as I wish for something more. The closing track, "Don't Look Down" continues this reflective & humbled state, yet hauntingly echoes our mantra of resilience.

I hope this album finds a place in your life as it is truly me sharing some important pieces of mine...

-Mr. Lif


Mr. Lif - Whizdom (feat. Blacastan) [prod. Edan]

Deal Bad

The Book Of Elijah Chapter 1,Verses 1-100 - Biblical Battles
Written by Casual
Produced by DJ Epik

Casual's Hip Hop Audio Books- The Book of Elijah - Chapter 1 "Biblical Battles"

Download & Stream: http://smarturl.it/SuperiorTheJourney
Music Video: https://youtu.be/-9ef7mszC-Q

German-based producer Superior’s new single for “Rapper Shot” is a grimy, hard-nosed posse cut featuring tough bars from Don Streat, Termanology, and Lil Fame; precise cuts from DJ Grazzhoppa on the hook; and a horns-driven instrumental courtesy of Superior.

The Journey’ is now available through all major digital retailers and streaming platforms, and can be purchased on vinyl in limited quantities via Below System Records.

Digital:
• iTunes: http://apple.co/2gnGwp0
• Bandcamp: http://bit.ly/2gCuSUO
• Google Play: http://bit.ly/2gpADri
• Amazon: http://amzn.to/2fIV1V4

Vinyl:
• Below System Records: http://bit.ly/TheJourneyVinyl
• HHV.de: http://bit.ly/2j5K7Ws
• UGHH.com: http://bit.ly/2jJCPcS

Follow Superior:
• Superior: https://twitter.com/Superior_Prod
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/superiorprod1

• Don Streat: https://twitter.com/DONSTREAT28348
• Termanology: https://twitter.com/TermanologyST
• Lil Fame: https://twitter.com/FAMEMOP
• DJ Grazzhoppa: https://twitter.com/DJGRAZZHOPPA

© 2017 Below System Records
http://belowsystem.com

Superior - Rapper Shot (feat. Don Streat, Termanology, Lil Fame & DJ Grazzhoppa)

The Reset

Streets Won't Let Me Chill (Instrumental)

A cautionary tale about being vigilant when choosing friends. The B-side to "Let It Rain" - the debut single from RAP NOIR (Tajai and Unjust) taken from their eponymous album which debuts soon. WATCHOUTTT!!!

Rap Noir "WATCHOUTTT!!!"

"Look Out" produced by Paul White, from Chimera EP
http://stonesthrow.com/homeboysandman

Casual's Hip Hop Audio Books- The Book of Elijah - Chapter 1 "Biblical Battles"

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