Kanye Live on SNL //

This past Saturday, Kanye West performed on SNL. He showcased two singles from his new album "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy", which drops November.





Along with the push of his new album, he's been releasing songs that he's been working on in the past few months; either making an appearance or producing. You can find these downloads here.

From what has been released so far, it seems like Kanye West is moving in yet another direction in his music. Much much different that what he had released for College Dropout, Late Registration and Graduation. But, it comes with the territory where music is always changing. So I'm really looking forward to when it finally releases.

Till later.
-law

Re-intro"deuce"ing //

For Chris Brown, its has been difficult year, trying to bounce back from the events of early 2009.

Since then, he's released a very mediocre album "Graffiti".



But now, 2010, He's made some progress. He had finished filming Takers early in the year, which had released in late August and had some success.

Musically, he released "Deuces" in the summer, which is got huge airplay and has been a positive. Even better, recently the song got a remix involving the industry's best, including Drake, T.I., Kanye West, Fabolous, and Andre 3000.



He's riding high now, and I can only hope that his next album is successful, as well as being a good listen. But now we wait.

Till later.
-law

Pants on the Ground. //

So everyone's heard of "Pants on the Ground" by Larry Platt. Man singing his heart out on American Idol. With its comedic and viral value, there is not one person who doesn't know the song.



Even the infamous Brett Farve knows the song.


Now, it's hit its acclaim within the hip-hop industry.


To me its just puzzling how something so minuscule, such as a song about pants being on the ground, to making it huge. Can anyone answer me that...

till later.
-law.

24 Hour Karate School. //

This is basically for all those hip-hop heads who read this. If you're not really into it, please stop here! haha.

24 Hour Karate School is a musical project by producer Ski Beatz. He's collaborated with the likes of the Cool Kids, Mos Def, Jay Electronica, amongst others.

Recently, a trailer for this project has been released, so showcase what is expected. Release is not until March/April ish.




till later.
-law.

The Art of... //

Resurrected from the dead. I knew I had to post soon. And soon equaled today.

till later.
-law

Louis Vuitton Don Live! //

VH1 Storytellers is a a live intimate performance done by artists in the industry. The latest is Kanye West, showcasing 808's and Heartbreak as well as his older hits. To see his live performance; check the link.

If you want to download the session, see below.



















This set is to be released next week, but a little internet delight. So Enjoy.

till later.

-law

"Reminisce talk some shit forever young is in your mind...

Since the Blueprint 3's release, 5 singles have already dropped. With Young Forever being the latest.



Want the album...














till later.

-law.

Common Sense with Common.

Continuing with the Embedded Series, an episode that has caught my attention is with Common. Entertainer; actor and artist. Basically follows him around and explains his new album (Universal Mind Control) amongst other things.

Also in the video, get an insight with Lykke Li (Swedish Pop Singer) and an acoustic street performance by Bloc Party.



Other videos include the Decemberists, Ben Harper, Silversun Pickups, and Thievery Corporation. Definetly something to check out during this holiday time.

till later.

-law.

New Kid Cudi Video.

3rd single from the album Man on the Moon: The End of Day.

Enjoy.

till later.

-law.

Early Lupe Xmas...

Chicago native Lupe Fiasco came onto the music scene within the last few years, and has really made a name for himself. Working with artists like Jay-Z, Kanye West, N.E.R.D., Will.i.am, just to name a few. As well as a Grammy to his name.

There's been news about his next album, Lasers, releasing in 2o10. But samples of what he's been working on lately is sprouted all over the internet.

Firstly, he has a new single off of the Twilight: New Moon film entitled Solar Midnite. Great video, but for me, too much movie; vampires and werewolves galore!



Secondly, Lupe Fiasco has also released a new mixtape; Enemy of the State: A Love Story. Tracks that he's been working on. Nothing new, in terms of exclusives, but a taste of his lyrical style. And apparently, soon to be dropping another mixtape within the next few weeks. So look out of that.














An artist to definitely give time to.

till later.

-law

Chock Full O'Sandwiches

So as you know, Philadelphia's own, the Roots, is Jimmy Fallon's house band for his Late Nite show.

Recently, Questlove (the band's co leader and drummer) released "sandwiches"; basically the songs that the band play when entering and coming out of a commercial break. Already, from the 9 months the shows existed, they already hit 1000 of these snippets. So he's released 22 'sandwiches' on a freebie download.

But yeah. I've been on a huge hiatus from blogging which has sucked. Bombarded with tonne of school work; projects and exams. But I'm finally done for the semester; and only one more to go! But I'll be back to updating regularly since I'm on break and have zero responsibilities. Happy Reading.

till later.

-law

Embedded with Mighty Mos. //

This is a fantastic stumble since I'm a huge fan of Mos Def. Basically a camera crew followed Mos Def during his tour of Japan to promote his new album Ecstatic, which you can download here.



He's gives insight on some of his new music, you see him away from the microphone, and also take in some great view of Japan. The same film crew also followed Common, Silversun Pickups, The Decemberists, among other artists. And, are soon to be released in the next few weeks. A new artist upload will be on to the site every week, so check it out...

Still truckin'.

till later.

-law

Run This Again! //

Man On The Moon! //

Finally; the debut for Kid Cudi: "Man On The Moon: The End of the Day"


















Also; Live set on Letterman with Ratatat.

Note: This

Anyway. Download it and enjoy.

Till later.

-law.

Kickdrums. //

The Kickdrums; a musical duo consisting of a producer/singer/songwriter and a dj/producer. They've already produced and remixed for such artists like Kanye West, 50 Cent, Jay-Z, Kid Cudi, and many others. With their popularity they were bound to release their own album, debuting as "Just a Game".


















You can check out their first single here;

Check it out.

Till later.

-law.

No Homers. //

So. This is pretty sweet;













In collaboration with the online magazine Format, Moxy Creative, a Toronto based design studio, has created Simpson-ized Hip-Hop artists. Basically a Simpson form of real-life icons; with the likes of Weezy, Kanye, BIG, Pac, Snoop, Flava Flav, Eazy E, Eminem, Andre 3000, and Fat Joe. Also within each, an icon symbol/figure in replace of the "o" representing each artist. Fantastic!






Till later.

-law.

It's Finally Here. //

So with my previous posts on Mr. Jay-Z and his latest album, its only fair if i provide you with concrete evidence. So. Click.

















Enjoy.

Till later.

-law.

Forever. //

This single was released today and will be featured on Lebron James's upcoming documentary "More Than a Game" where its looks at his journey with his teammates going through his final year of school.



The single: Forever, features the aforementioned Drake with Kanye West, Eminem and Lil' Wanye. Great track. And! Small tidbit; the producer Boi-1da (pronounced Boy Wonder, clever!) is Canadian (born and raised in Toronto) and one of the most sought out Canadian producers. He's also currently working with Dr. Dre on his latest release, and most anticipated album; Detox.

Check out the track here, open for a listen or download. (new link posted)

Like I said; great track, and it includes the hottest artists in the industry. Can't go wrong there.

Till later.

-law.

From Degrassi to Drake. //

His name: Aubrey Drake Graham, or to some Jimmy Brooks, and to others just Drake.

However you see him, he's hitting it big and is in the limelight. Turned from kid on Degrassi: Next Generation to worldly hip hop artist. Unbelievable.

Currently his signed under Lil' Wanye's label, Young Money Entertainment where his first studio album will be dropped in 2010 dubbed Thank Me Later.

His success began with minor mixtapes leading to the discover from, now mentor, Lil' Wayne.

Anyway. Here's a taste of Drake's latest mixtape "So Far Gone"















Also too, his first video off of the mixtape; "Best I Ever Had".



Definitely check him out, just recently I've been listening to this EP, and its fantastic. So. What are you waiting for, download and listen.

Till later.

-law

What you think I rap for, to push a fucking Rav-4? //

So, Blueprint 3 is set to release within 3 weeks, and the 2nd official video has come forward... Run This Town. Enjoy.



and a small clip for the making of the video,



Till later.

-law.