9th Wonder Feat. Mos Def, Jean Grae, Memphis Bleek, & DJ Premier - Brooklyn In My Mind (Crooklyn  (www.mdindir.net)

First Song off my debut mixtape SAMO. Production by Jahlil Beats

SAMO (Prod. Jahlil Beats)

Dela - Party & Bullshit Remix (Ft. Notorious Big)

Buy via iTunes:  http://geni.us/Super 
Check out the album: http://geni.us/VursatylCrooked
If you've caught Blackalicious on tour over the last fifteen years or so, you will have witnessed first hand the prodigious talent of Portland based rapper and singer Vursatyl. As well as playing a major role in the Blackalicious stage show, Vursatyl is set to feature on their eagerly awaited fourth album 'Imani' (released summer 2015). Standing toe to toe with Gift Of Gab, surely one of the most ferociously gifted MCs on the planet is no mean feat, but one which Vursatyl performs with ease.

Blackalicious producer and owner of Quannum Projects Chief Xcel discovered Vursatyl's crew 'Livesavas' back in the late 90's and invited them to join him on the road to promote the Quannum Spectrum album (which featured Jurassic 5, El-P and Souls of Mischief among many others). Lifesavas went on to record two critically acclaimed albums for the label, and were named by Rolling Stone Magazine as one of their 'Top Ten Artists To Watch'.

Now 24 years into his rap career, Crooked Straights marks a new chapter in Vurstatyl's story; unbelievably this is the first time he's taken centre stage to release a solo record. Full of warm, soulful, Dilla-esque hip hop beats created largely by local Portland producers, Vursatyl provides a master-class in the art of lyricism with a record which surely cements his reputation as one of the most respected artists in the hip hop community. Conscious lyrics delivered with a sense of fun and a touch of swagger makes this a ‘must check’ record for fans of golden era Hip Hop.

‘Crooked Straights is my conflict. This Gold Chain wearin’, clothes hound, fly guy is "Crooked". He’s also something of a taboo in "conscious Hip Hop". But I also strive to keep things positive, both in mind and word... That's the "Straights".’

For fans of:
J Dilla, A Tribe Called Quest, Slum Village, Common, Blackalicious, Pete Rock.

Artist Links:
https://twitter.com/vursatyl
https://www.facebook.com/VursatylTheGreat

Super

Vursatyl - Super (Feat. Dion)

FTR:
I made this track with a certain rhythmic swing in mind to subtly break your neck. Simple, mysterious, and lazy with somewhat of a strait forward Hip Hop vibe. The background lead i added was inspired by 70’s crime films. I remember Opio staying up all night in the forest shed studio to record the vocals this. The finished song felt like an honest representation of everything that could go on in your head while you’re vibing out in the middle of nowhere by yourself.

Opio:
I recorded Stoned Temple Pilot up at the cabin in Russian River late at night all by myself. The beat is dark dirty and dusty and it matched my surroundings perfectly. I was out there without any media stimulation, no cell phone service and spotty wifi at best which left me with nothing but my imagination. Lyrically,this song is quite visual, when you hear it you can almost see what I’m saying. like to paint pictures with words and I feel like this is a great example of that.


Sempervirens

Stoned Temple Pilot

Download 'Volume Two'!

Dolphin - "Heat On My Neck"

From the album "Keep Summer Safe" coming Sept. 14th
https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/keep-summer-safe/1406647934?app=itunes

Calvin Valentine, aka the Bong Mayer, is one of this generations new breed: producer, multi-instrumentalist, singer, and emcee. Having already produced for legends like De La Soul & Nas, along with complete albums for Illa J, Calvin recently added his name to production credits in the pop realm with Disney Star/Interscope signee Ryan Beatty’s entire new album being helmed by him. He’s licensed music for Nike, Skype, MTV and more with a sound that lends itself to film and television. But the west coast musician is best known in the beat scene for his uncompromising work behind the boards. The Los Angeles based (by way of Oregon) artist is set for his MMG solo debut “Keep Summer Safe.” On it, Calvin lends his lush production, singing, and rhymes to the stoney late summer nights soundtrack. 

Look for the album September 14th on Mello Music Group.
credits

Keep Summer Safe

911 Turbo

Calvin Valentine - 911 Turbo

HIDDEN TRUTHS

SQUARE DOUGHNUTS available @ http://ioandelice.bandcamp.com/album/square-doughnuts

Shogun's Waltz (feat. Gabe 'Nandez)[prod. ioan delice]

jonwayne enacts his lyrical compositions over some really nice homemade heaters!

jonwayne Boiler Room Rap Life Los Angeles LIVE Show

Connecting club culture to the wider world, on screen and irl through parties, film and video.