Tougher Than Leather

Precise Minds Films: "Eye Shots" by K-Easy

2011-04-09T10:50:00.000-07:00

This is one in a series of other videos to come from the Precise Minds Film team. This is a humble attempt to show you what I've seen from our journey from Chicago to NYC. We always have that experience in our mind and it affects our decisions and how we create as well as move about. So peaceto the dream seekers and those who help make it possible, enjoy the show and One Love!

K-Easy

R.I.P. Nate Dogg

2011-03-25T21:11:00.000-07:00

Next stop is the eastsiiiiiiiiide motelllllllll....

He put the "G" in G-Funk. The Gentleman in Gangsta with his melodic/treacherous/signature hooks. Too bad most of us wont know how significant he was in the music of (West Coast)Hip Hop now that he's not here in the physical. Here's an test for you! Go through youtube-mtv-amazon, etc looking for the various HITS he was on and tell me if you don't have an "oh I forgot he was on that song!" moment. Yes, he was that influential and that dominant. Regulators will forever be that hit..hell even my parents bump to dat song! and they were tough critics of "gangster rap." He created a lane wider than ATL highways with no tailgaters or speed demons in sight for miles. Respect. Party in Peace homey

K-EZ

Lupe Fiasco x Lasers x #4080 industry rule x suicide?

2011-03-10T21:58:00.000-08:00

This is why if possible, we would really like to interview Lupe for our film....very open, frank, intelligent, political, concise, and most importantly....human. Really a good/honest interview about the process of re-creating himself while creating his new project, LASERS: deaths, depression, songs, tours, bullshyt, enlightenment all rolled into who he has overcome. It's a rarity in Hip Hop to express topics such as depression head on, but I think his comments are desperately needed for others young and old(er) to peep, ashay!!

J.Period Q-tip mixtape (heavy rotation)

2011-03-06T21:45:00.000-08:00

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Dj Sonny Daze @ Hudson Hotel, NYC w/ Afrika Bambaataa

2011-03-06T12:51:00.000-08:00

DJ Sonny Daze moving the crowd @ the Hudson Hotel Giant Steps series in late Dec. 2010. He opened up (the crowd) for Legendary DJ Afrika Bambaataa. Overall it was an amazing event and i really mean that as far as the whole vibe of everyone having a good time, enjoying themselves, lettin loose..and actually DANCING! If ya missed don't fret just keep your ears open in the meantime.

P.s. more footage 2 come

K:Easy

Legend Cope 2 still Rockin x Shockin

2011-03-06T00:31:00.000-08:00

Kool short video from Karmaloop on one of the NYC Graf Legends COPE 2. If you notice there's snow on the background so no matter the weather, this cat stay gettin fresher..creation Is a process, not a destination...oh and i will be checkin for that show on March 31st...word!

K>EaSy

Karl Kani ad from way back..B.H.M.!

2011-02-25T12:40:00.000-08:00

Although he may not be on the top list for Black History Month Achievements but it def holds weight in the realm of influence of fashion through the Hip Hop culture. Carl Williams bka Karl Kani was that dude, a trailblazer, who implemented the aesthetics of urban street-wear into the streets-minds-music-magazines of the U.S. in the early 90's. The young fashionistas in the major cities took centerfold of what was not already coined "hiphop fashion" Once i peeped movement, i had to go to 8hrs away to Chicago to get my "Kani" gear that i saw all the dopest rappers wearing. They didn't have it in TN at the time but it was very crucial for me to have that cursive K on my shirt or your jean back pocket if I wanted to be in style and in sync with the culture i repped so hard. His gear became so popular that bootleggers couldn't help but copy, sell, and wear it themselves. Therefore, he switched his design up by using a small metal plate with his signature still present. It just made it even more official and less likely to for bootleggers to follow suit.

So for a quick snippet into the past Check out the link below...respect the architects..Audi 5000

http://www.complex.com/style/2011/02/lost-and-found-karl-kanis-classic-90s-ads-starring-nas-diddy-and-2pac

The Godfather and I...

2011-01-10T21:08:00.000-08:00

This was def a bomb night @ the Hudson Hotel 5 dayz before Xmas with the man next to me ripping the tables for 2 and a half hours, Godfather-Legend Afrika Bambaataa. The crowd was packed and everyone was sweating it out (as they should). BAM threw on some old school Hip Hop along with the break beat for the B-Boys/Girls in the crowd along with some house and 60's r/b soul...crazy and after all that maneuvering through mass amount of his faithful Hip Hop disciples, I managed to step in and get this pic above. It wasn't my 1st time meeting him or dancing to his set and it sure wont be my last! Best believe we gotta get him in our doc or at the least be able to run the idea by him. Video footage to coming soon....PEACE to all my ZULUS! and beautiful people...Peace Love Unity-Have Fun!

K->Easy

I See HIP HOP!..Jay Electronica on the Mountain

2010-12-23T16:51:00.000-08:00

One of my fav emcees, Jay Electronica on a campaign with Mountain Dew drink. They did a good job on capturing a small essence of J.E. as a performer/lyricist. You must listen to his lyrics on this one VERY intricate and dopetastic.

-K/Ezee

L-Boogie is Back!??

2010-09-04T13:43:00.000-07:00

Yo do my eyes deceive me is that Ms. Lauryn Hill aka "L-Boogie" aka "Ms. Hill" bka "Man I miss Lauryn!" Well, here is an interview with Toure about her entree back into the industry. Check the interview and hopefully she'll bless us again soon than soon so we greet you, WELCOME BACK!

p.s. I heard she ripped it at Rock Da Bells in NY...crazy!

My Mic Sounds Nice Documentary

2010-09-02T16:13:00.000-07:00

For a change BET actually did something worth watching and relevant. We really enjoyed seeing some of the pioneers(salt n pepa, mc lyte, yo-yo, roxanne shante) along with the now established/newcomers(missy elliot, medusa, nicki minaj, jean grae) be candid about their position in this culture from the very beginning to the present where their presence is vaguely seen but still ever so present in the industry. These women of Hip Hop have definitely represented thoroughly whether through lyrics, sexy image, or both. It was about an hour long which was not enough. Yet it opens up the door for further film pieces and discussion that tend to be an afterthought after the "REAL" Hip Hop MCs/issues have been debated over. Definitely hope there's more to come on the "Femcee" side of things.

Juice in Duetsche!(German)

2010-08-13T20:09:00.000-07:00

Yo this is kinda comical when you think about how American movies are translated for other coutries, especially a movie like Juice. Aside from getting a few laughs because of how they translate Q's(Omar Epps) dialogue, its a testament to say that it did/does have a broad appeal other than just North America. Man no matter what language it's in old girl's "gold grill" was wack!

I See HIP HOP..KIA Hamsters!??

2010-07-29T00:20:00.000-07:00

This commercial is funny...plus they use a classic joint from Black Sheep, "This or That". I don't know why they chose hamsters?? I just hope Dres/Black Sheep got sum ducats for this...anyway enjoy if you haven't seen it!

Thankx Moms for the heads up..you were right!

p.s. Why does that hamster playing the drums remind me of a member of a popular, late night hip hop band..hmmmmm

-K Easy

Pharrell on Education w/ Steve Perry

2010-06-14T19:41:00.000-07:00

Our true musicians do really care. This is one of the reasons I dig pharrell...peep it. about our youth

R.I.P GURU

2010-04-30T13:16:00.000-07:00

Our tribute/recognition for a true legend in hip hop music and just overall music is coming soon.
We are saddened that he is phsically gone but definately not his spirit and legacy...bless.

Making Hip-Hops Classic Album Covers: Part One

2010-04-30T13:10:00.000-07:00

PEACE to CEY Adams for his artistic creations and for the interview for our Hip Hop Doc! I'll post something in the near future no doubt, but until then get learned on why CEY is one of the best in Hip Hop!...Which is why we were honored to interview him. Peace to Bill Adler! You get mad props as well!

Get Learned, Be inspired!

K:Ezee

RZA talks beats and his new iDRUM App!!

2010-04-12T12:45:00.000-07:00

It's to no surprise if you're familiar with RZA's genius/style that he has used technology to create his own iphone app for making beats. Peep his explanation of how he came up finding beats and why he chose to share his style with the masses trhrough this form electronics

-K:EZ

Hip-Hop Wired Remembers The NotoriousÂ B.I.G.

2010-03-09T21:15:00.000-08:00

Hip-Hop Wired Remembers The NotoriousÂ B.I.G.

Peace to B.I.G. for his creative talent that definitely had a hand furthering the culture of Hip-Hop/MCs. Checkout this link that Hip Hop Wired did of a few of his videos, much luv, Baby Baaaabayyy!

-K:EZ

Say Word, Diggy Simmons got flow!??

2010-03-04T18:29:00.000-08:00

Yo I had heard a recent buzz that young Daniel "Diggy" Simmons son of Rev Run had recently rapped on a freestyle... and was kinda nice with it. Skeptically, I checked it out and it aint HALF bad... actually pretty decent! Better than W.F.F.( its the wack rapper's initials, he deserves no full name on this blog) if thats even saying much. But check it out for yourself below..word
K:Easy

Diggy - Made you look Freestyle (Flow Stoopid) from Diggy Simmons on Vimeo.

Duane Powell speaks on Dr. Wax Records, a Chicago staple, gone for worse

2010-03-04T18:24:00.000-08:00

This was a personal project I shot because the Chicago staple, Dr. Wax Records in Hyde Park, was officially closing the next day. It has been serving the Hyde Park and Chicago community for 30 years. Truly a big loss for real music to be sold, heard, and promoted. Peace to Duane Powell for the interview and Dr. Wax for their valued service over the years. -K: Easy

Dr. Wax Gone!?? Duane Speaks on it.(snippet)

2010-02-20T13:05:00.000-08:00

This is my homey Duane Powell aka "Duane from Dr. Wax." I had a chance to get an interview with him unfortunately the day before a Chicago South Side staple, Dr. Wax Records, was closing for good the next day(I wish it wasnt so). This is a snippet of the interview...Soon come with the full joint! stay plugged to get the 4-eleven..
.-K:EZ

Big Bro Speaks on Hip Hop (Dirty South edition) pt .1

2010-02-19T19:41:00.000-08:00

On my trip to "Da Ville" aka Music City, I got a chance holla at my older brother(yes same Mom type of brother) "D". He's a Educator-Photographer in da M-I-S-S and my 1st OFFICIAL tour guide to the culture of Hip Hop as a snotty-nose. He dropped some knowledge on me of how Hip Hop(local crews-clothes-shows) influenced the scene in the Nashville growing up and later on, influenced my friends and me. Dirty South has definitely progressed(thank gawd) since then in regards to the culture but its still not where we think it should be but hey..we def got more than mountains, sweet tea, and country music...fa sho! -K;EZ

AH YEAH!, Banned BET Black History PSA

2010-02-17T22:28:00.000-08:00

BANNED FROM BET. AH YEAH KRS 1 PSA. from KANE U$A on Vimeo.

Crazy right??...sounds like an oxymoron or something that doesn't quite register properly. This commercial done by my homie KANEU$A was discarded by none other than, BET!? So sad but true. You would think they would have more openness for this type of creative avenue for AFRICAN-AMER history. And, just the displaying of some dope lyrics by my man KRS-ONE, but I guess I need to reevaluate. Anyways, enjoy this video and pray BET gets back on their square, smh

-K:Easy

Stetsasonic- A.F.R.I.C.A.

2010-02-17T22:26:00.000-08:00

On the real this helped me to remember some of the countries in A.f.r.i.c.a. as a a lil one. This could easily be used to teach kids and adults then and now on the various countries that exist there. A classic group Stetsasonic putting it down on the strength! Even though the visual efx are a bit dated the message is def still relevant...dueces

K. dixon

X-CLAN Funkin Lesson ...Vanglorious!!

2010-02-17T21:36:00.000-08:00

This is the Almighty X-Clan. These brothas ans sistas came through with the force of Black Nationalism,Kemetic lessons(egyptology), and metaphysics wrapped in the Parliment Funkadelic groove mashed with Hip Hop thump, ya heard! Some of it was much too hard to swallow for some of the even die-hard Hip Hop fans but for the ones who got the real stories/lessons of African culture throughout the world they were speaking about, it was a definite wake-up call. Or, could it have been the pink caddy??...VANGLORIOUS..Hotep!

K-eazy