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On Monday, I received an email from a group named U.City wanting to share a track w/me and 17 others via soundcloud. I hadn't heard of U.City, but the features on the track piqued my interest. So I clicked on the link then pressed play on the cloud and a sweet dub type track crept into my ear. The bassline and melody is very reggae inspired - I'd even go as far as saying the overall vibe reminds me of a Morgan Heritage track. That's a good look! Needless to say, I had heard of the group before under their previous moniker United Soul. The Nicolay remix of "Soul Clap" was my first taste of the group. Heartbreaker comes via their 09 release The Fall.
Yahz drops some vibrant visuals to her 80's inspired lead single. Get ready to feel energized, and if you're a product of the 80's, you'll surely appreciate this blast from the past themed video. Also, if you have yet to purchase The Ballad of Purple Saint James, don't waist another second. The album is phenomenal and amongst my top 5 for 2010 releases.
Beware fella's, a woman scorned is nothing to play with. But to wish the pain on your daughter, now that's just foul. The long awaited single from DC's Yahzarah is finally here and she gets busy! From The Ballad of Purple St. James dropping on May 4th; the vibe on this cut is so 80's to me, which shows a step in a new direction from her previous works. Produced by Nicolay and Phonte of TheForeign Exchange fame along with a cast of talented musicians on drums (Lil' John Roberts), bass (Zo!) and electric guitar (Chris Boerner) this is the perfect track to reintroduce the world to the new FE signee. Download the joint for free, and prepare to feel a boost of energy from the moment you press play.
Zone4/Interscope recording artist, Jared Evan hits hard with this banger. Produced by the 21 year old, New York native, he spits three short tales over solid drums, synth stabs and just the right amount of auto-tune to keep my head nodding. His mixtape, Radio In My Head is available for free download here. I'm on the fence about it, but you be your own judge.
The Brooklyn/Bronx connection of hip-hop vets, OC & AG take the music back to its essence with boom-bap tracks and true lyricism on their long awaited debut, Oasis. The classic "Young With Style" has the D.I.T.C (Diggin' In The Crates) legends gettin' busy, spittin' lyrical finesse & metaphors that instantly generate a "yo, you heard what he said" response over the slow knock by producers Show and KC. This joint takes me back to 97' with this cut from O's sophomore album, Jewelz. Oasis in stores now!
I believe, New York native, Outasight is about to drop a classic on Dec 15th! Coming with a mode different from his peers in the game, this dude turns loose on the ill, 6th Sense produced, "Catch Me If You Can." Showcasing his unorthodox style of singing and emceeing over the smooth, bottom heavy beat - Outasight coolly let's his rock star flow letting cats know he doesn't have time to waste. Make sure to check for his debut, Further next week Tuesday (12/15).
The organic feel of "Natural" is just one of many jewels from the arsenal of the higly underrated, yet superbly artistic, Yahzarah. Over a mild, jazzy melody, the D.C. native flows a sensuous thought about a man in her life who seemingly captivates her and leaves her in a mental trance. Then again, I get the feeling she's talking about music and how it obsesses her existence. Whatever the case, it's sweet soul music to the ears. Keep an eye out for the highly anticipated The Ballad Of Miss. Purple St. James.
I love this joint right here! Jamaica Queens representatives, NickyGuiland & Casey Benjamin - A.K.A HEAVy, lay down an intimate groove detailing the better days of a relationship now destined for "Change." The snazzy production by Casey, arranges the perfect scene for Nicky's impassioned outcry. The combination makes for a winning track from start to finish. As a matter of fact, the whole album is a gem. Get it here.
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