Sic talks here in Pt. 2 about the Shades of Hip-Hop Roundtable from the late 90’s that featured Pun, Mos Def, DMX and others, giving his thoughts on who should be there in the ‘09 version as well as questions, and he also expounds on his favorite alcoholic drinks, inspiration and what exactly is an “Obama.”
…A young man warring with himself is not a good look, says Philly emcee Sic Osyrus. And he couldn’t be more right. In Part 1 of his Loud.com Favorites and Interview, Sic talks about the meaning of his joint “Everyday’s A Battle,” future and current projects, a second rhyme aimed at detractors and how moving around as a youth gave him true perspective on life and music.
B Real came by SRC/Loud.com offices to talk with Radio the Rahim. Gave us an exclusive Loud.com Favorite. Verses from “Sawed off Shotgun” by Cypress Hill
New York, NY (February 23, 2009) - Mr. B of Chedda Records hit me up about a new tape he’s put out in association with a grip of other talented Loud.com and affiliated producers. An organic project that grew from a chatbox discussion, Beat Squad Vol. 1 is the first in a series of upcoming releases.
The tape consists of all instrumentals, with zero guest vocalalists, rather unheard of in this era where everyone raps. DJ Gemstarr, a N.Y. staple and host of his own “Internet Kings” series, jumped on as host for the series. The basic concept behind the Beat Squad is to allow many of the talented producers that haven’t had the opportunity to shine just yet. There’s plenty of styles to choose from, and with everyone exceptionally hungry, there’s a good chance hip-hop neck will ensue upon listening.
Chedda Records are taking submissions for the next one. For more information, email them cheddarecords@hotmail.com here.
DOWNLOAD: Chedda Records Presents… Beat Squad Vol. 1 (Hosted by DJ Gemstarr)
New York, NY (January 13, 2008) - Esso stopped through the SRC offices a while back and for some reason, I never got around to posting his Favorites segment. Apologies all around, as dude gets open about the upcoming “Ethousand9″ project, mixtapes and blogs, collaborating with most of the XXL Freshman and how difficult it can be when it’s time to part ways with management. HIP-HOP!
Part 1 - Raps + EThousand9
Part 2 - Projects, Raps, Management Advice
New York, NY (January 5, 2009) - Canadian emcee Eternia stopped through the SRC offices with partner in noise Chesney Snow and laced some ill spits for the camera before opening up a little bit about her place in hip-hop. Don’t get the pretty face twisted tho - girl can rap. A Toronto transplant now living in New York City, she’s got a show Sunday, January 11th at The Pyramid for the latest installment of EOW, too, so if you’re in the area, check, check, check out the meloday. For more, peep the joint she did with Ill Poetic and Reef The Lost Cauze called “Souled Out.”
DOWNLOAD: Ill Poetic - Souled Out f. Eternia & Reef the Lost Cauze
New York, NY (January 4, 2009) - Got this email from Niki the other day, Loud.com all over the place and one of our own is getting it in! RapDreamsRadio.com interviewed super-producers and Loud.com mainstays Play-N-Skillz over the phone and, afterwards, check out Niki Damez with the No. 1 song on the countdown the last three weeks! Props to both parties for their hustle.
New York, NY (January 4, 2008) - Been meaning to post this and it just kept getting away from me. Props to hard work for this one, the boy on his grind! Here are the details from Mr. B himself:
…This was a reggaeton show we opened for De La Ghetto on 12/13 at the Crocodile Rock Cafe in Allentown, PA, put together by Solid Ground Entertainment. De La Ghetto is a well-known artist from the Bronx, and his recent jam was with Daddy Yankee called “Talento de Barrio.” The club was packed, about 600 peeps in there. Onstage is myself, Flecha & Richy Boy. We were performing a song called “Esto Es Calle.”
New York, NY (December 11, 2008) - Coming soon…
New York, NY (December 12, 2008) - Recent SRC signee and inaugural Loud.com Finalists winner Tha Crow goes in with a dope 16 bars outside an LA County courthouse (aha wonder what THAT was for!!). For all ya’ll that forgot…