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Dillan Ponders - Comatose Mixtape

2012-11-23T15:48:00.002-08:00

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This is the latest project from my fellow CReW member Dillan Ponders. If you want that late night, drugged out, highed up dope rap then this is your tape and if not...you better download this joint anyway!

Gilbere Forte - Pray (Music Video)

2012-11-15T15:49:00.000-08:00

Gilbere Forte is finally back, thankfully, with an awesome joint for our ears. I've had this in heavy rotation ever since it dropped. Can't wait to hear more!

The Bass6 - Talkin Sh!t ft. Smooth (Official Video)

2012-11-04T15:08:00.001-08:00

Dope video from The Bass6, a dope little collective that has been making moves out here in Toronto for a while now!

Jake Bluez - Scarface (p. Omar Charles)

2012-10-15T16:46:00.001-07:00

Jake Bluez and I linked up to make this banger for ya'll. It's just bar after bar after bar off illness! Don't sleep on it!

Buck Chase - I Am John Carpenter Mixtape

2012-10-15T15:08:00.001-07:00

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During my time here at university, I've had the opportunity to meet a lot of fellow musicians, producers, beatmakers and even rappers that I can work with. Buck Chase is one of those dudes. I managed to score a beat on his "I Am John Carpenter" project, on which he goes harder than he needs to!

Fly Union X BET Music Matters Tour Vlog Series

2012-10-12T16:14:00.001-07:00

So glad that one of my favorite Hip Hop groups, Fly Union has managed to grab a spot on the BET Music Matters tour. These guys have been on the grind for SO long and have garnered cosigns from Kendrick Lamar and even Lebron James. I'm eager to see what comes out of this. To catch more of their vlogs check out the YouTube Page Here.

T.City - The Morning After (Mixtape)

2012-10-04T08:59:00.001-07:00

DOWNLOAD: The Morning After

Almost two years in the making...mixed countless times...refined to perfection. The Morning After has finally arrived. From start to finish...this project is immaculate, carrying the perfect balance of hard raps, brilliant hooks, diverse production and more. I'm incredibly happy to have been a part of this joint, since it shows a progression in not only my work, but much more importantly T.City's growth and it's dope to be a contributor to an artist's musical evolution.

He's come a long way since his first full length mixtape "Olde English". Hit that DL link above, you'll never regret it.

T.City - Told You So

2012-09-28T11:41:00.000-07:00

DOWNLOAD: T.CITY'S "TOLD YOU SO"

This is the second INSANE drop from T.City's mixtape "The Morning After" following his previous banger "Beetle Juice". You seriously owe it yourself to grab this guy's tape. Not only does it feature myself but you will find production from cats like biird and lahghost (who crafted this joint) as well as fellow CReW member Tray and many others. Plus T.City dookies on every beat he comes across!

Curt@!n$ - 23 Mixtape

2012-09-24T12:01:00.000-07:00

DOWNLOAD: 23
We FINALLY have a new project from Curt@!n$, one of my favorite rappers and figures in the musical industry. It's about time he gave us bars again. The tape boasts some dope production from up and coming producer like RAAK (who you may remember from Gilbere Forte's work) as well as the always awesome, Don Cannon.

OMARBEAT331

2012-09-17T17:46:00.001-07:00

I was playing around with a sample and some filters and this was the result. Thought I'd throw it up just for the heck of it.

For inquiries message me on twitter @omarofthe416

T.City - BeetleJuice (prod by Tray) (Music Video)

2012-09-08T16:35:00.001-07:00

Dope visuals from T.City and the good fellas in CReW (Creative Rebels World). If you haven't grabbed the audio for this crazy joint you can grab it here.

T.City - Beetlejuice

2012-08-30T16:10:00.000-07:00

DOWNLOAD T.CITY'S BEETLEJUICE

Wow. If there was ever a way to signal that you're about to get serious, this is it. The hook is genius and the instrumental is crafted and arranged perfectly. It's songs and artists like this that keep me from giving up on rap completely and taking my ears permanently elsewhere. The mixtape, "The Morning After" drops early October...watch out for that.

Special feat Omar Charles - Till I'm On Top (Prod. By Omar Charles)

2012-08-24T04:16:00.001-07:00

One of the perks of being a beatmaker/producer is getting opportunities like these. This is the first music video for a song that I've done that I've starred in. It was an interesting experience and although the heat was punishing, over all it was definitely worth it.

Labyrinth Ear - Amber (Music Video)

2012-08-15T15:59:00.000-07:00

Labyrinth Ear - Amber from oof video on Vimeo.

Over the last year and a half I've found myself straying farther and farther from hip hop, gradually developing an ear for other genres. While slight traces of this have been found in past posts (crystal casles, MOTM, etc), I believe that it's safe to say that the floodgates will be opening very soon. The electronic, UK musical stylings of Labyrinth Ear are an example of the direction that I find myself heading in. Definitely feelin' the imagery for this joint. A lot of powerful (and slightly explicit) images which are sure to excite.

Kid Cudi feat. King Chip - Just What I am (Prod. Kid Cudi)

2012-08-15T15:57:00.001-07:00

DOWNLOAD CUDI'S: "Just What I Am"

Although his collaboration with The Knux and the WZRD project were a nice departure from rap, It's sooo good to hear Cudi actually giving us bars again. Of course, what would a return to rap be without Cudi's buddy, Chip The Ripper, now going by "King Chip". What's even crazier about this track is the fact that Cudi actually produced it himself, which is believeble considering the fact that he has started to make a small foray into production. I'm looking forward to what's to come.

The ABC of Men’s Fashion with Street Etiquette

2012-08-12T20:28:00.001-07:00

THE ABC OF MENS FASHION - STREET ETIQUETTE from Hardy Amies on Vimeo.
I couldn't help but feel as if these two really managed to hit the bulls-eye when it came to a very important distinction that all who are trying to be sartorially inclined should know how to make. Street Etiquette is definitely a necessary bookmark/favorite for any young man's internet browser of choice.

SOURCE: Hypebeast

Def Sound - Dance In OUR Minds (Music Video)

2012-08-09T15:22:00.002-07:00

I'm glad that I managed to catch this INSANE video from Def Sound. The visuals here are really on some uber outside of the box, past their time type sh*t. Overall the creative direction was top notch and everything was polished. Def's also still got his unique way with words and that flow that manages to be just the right amount of unconventional.

Visit Def's website for more

Mister 2012 Collection

2012-08-01T11:32:00.000-07:00

When it comes to crafty accessories that carry the simplicity but at the same time, small details required to really make an outfit, Mister has managed to stay on the leading edge in the market. From rings to clips to chains, Mister delivers in terms of both quality and aesthetics and their latest offering is a testament to that.

I'll definitely be coppin' a piece for my summer flair from their online store.

SOURCE: Hypebeast

Luu Breeze - This Time Tomorrow Mixtape

2012-07-26T10:19:00.000-07:00

DOWNLOAD LUU'S "This Time Tomorrow" Mixtape

I can quite pleased to say this mixtape definitely did not disappoint. It's a very well put together follow up to Luu Breezes HollaLaLuuie project and features really tight production from Daniel Worthy, who is quickly becoming a Go-to producer for Toronto artists. It also features the recently released "Demolition Man" track!

Maestro Knows – Special Edition (Chris Bosh)

2012-07-16T16:41:00.001-07:00

It's been a very long time since I posted a Maestro Knows video. As a long time fan, I had always been captivated by the insight, creativity and perspectives that Maestro brought to his viewers during his travels and I knew that a check in with his work was long overdue. Fortunately, his latest video lets us see him with Toronto athlete, Chris Bosh. SOURCE:LEVIMAESTRO.COM

Luu Breeze - Demolition Man (Music Video)

2012-07-06T13:49:00.002-07:00

DOWNLOAD Luu Breeze's "Demolition Man"
You already know that I had to post this, not just because I definitely support Luu Breeze but because the video is nuts. From the cuts to the ridiculously well done graphic work (which I have a new found appreciation for after getting to use after effects) to the framing and effects, the video delivers.

The Airplane Boys - Still Young (Music Video)

2012-06-27T16:00:00.000-07:00

Great visuals from The Airplane Boys for one of their more toned down tracks "still young" from their Alignment Mixtape. The joint is an awesome tune for the summer, a time of freedom, partying and youthful pursuits.

Oh and they get extra points for the O.E., haha.

Fly Union - Zenith (Value Pack 7)

2012-06-26T18:17:00.001-07:00

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Keeping in tradition with their releases in the past, Fly Union drops their 7th Value Pack, appropriately titled "Zenith". With the popularity that they've been enjoying lately thanks to the quality music they've been giving us with projects like TGTC, It's no wonder why this EP was given it's name.

It's a 10 track follow up to the TGTC mixtape and features joints like "Conflicted" and "Gone" and the special guest artist this time around is well known spitter, GLC.

The Airplane Boys X Harbourfront Centre

2012-06-25T07:04:00.003-07:00

Earlier this month, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity help set up and sit in on an interview with these two. It was a very humbling experience and after the interview I got to sit down and speak with Beck and Bon, during which I learned more about them as people. As someone who also works in and with music, it was definitely nice to be able speak to more people in the field without any pretentiousness or anxiety and to just speak as regular guys about regular things that weren't even music related.

They're both really down to earth and hopefully we'll meet again at the top...

Don't forget to fall through for their free concert at Harbourfront Centre on June 29th and to grab their sophomore project, "Alignment" if you haven't already.

Dom Kennedy - Yellow Album

2012-06-24T17:09:00.000-07:00

DOWNLOAD: "Yellow Album"

Interesting choice of cover but you already know that Dom Kennedy will deliver when it comes to content regardless. Dom's laid back flow and excellent choice of beats (Chase N. Cashe and Mnkey Wrench of Fly Union contribute) has already ensured that this will be in heavy rotation this summer.