Nail Tite releases ‘Analogue’, a new custom tone of true yellow blended to mimic a vinyl finish. Hints of lime and gold microshimmers are integrated into the formula to create a hi-fi shade with dimension, and fun.

Words from the Founder: After never being happy with the yellow polishes she found (too chalky, too light, too streaky ahhh!), Suzi Analogue, the creator of Nail Tite developed ANALOGUE as a signature NAIL TONETM to join the collection. She has also released cassettes and vinyl in this very color.

All NAIL TONE™ colors are blended to be worn universally. With a cosmetic background in formulas, NAIL TONETM is developed with all overtones and undertones in mind. NAIL TONETM is 3Free, and safe of toxics including DBP, Formadehyde, and Toluene.

You Set The Tone.

I loveeee thiissss colorrrr. And hope you will too. This will be available at tomorrow’s launch! And soon on the all new http://nailtiteshop.swrv.biz [still under construction!]

For more information about the launch, click here.

R∆§H∆Ð releases debut album ‘Museum‘ via DJ Booth. So far it sounds great!

“The LP, which is a musical journey displaying the Ohio native and Elev8tor Music artist’ own brand of R&B, features previously-released songs “Be True” and “The Return.” Museum features guest appearances from Styles P. and PA Flex. All production and sound mixing comes courtesy of R∆§H∆Ð.” via DJ Booth

Watch the music video for one of our favourite tracks below:

SkiBeatz produces a six track extended play for Camp Lo titled ‘Fort Apache‘. Click here to download for free.

Here’s last episode of Aesop Rock’s ‘Skelethon‘ video series. See the previous here. See tour dates below:

Tour Dates:
5/27 Shakopee, MN – Soundset Festival
7/13 Los Angeles, CA – El Rey Theatre
7/15 San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore
7/19 Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom
7/20 Vancouver, BC – Venue
7/21 Seattle, WA – Seattle Block Party
7/23 Salt Lake City, UT – In The Venue
7/24 Denver, CO – Summit
7/26 Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
7/27 Madison, WI – Barrymore Theatre
7/28 Chicago, IL – Metro
7/30 Toronto, ON – Mod Club
7/31 Montreal, QC – Corona Theatre
8/2 Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
8/3 New York, NY – Irving Plaza
8/4 Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer
8/5 Washington, DC – 9:30 Club
8/7 Atlanta, GA – The Loft
8/9 Dallas, TX – Granada Theter
8/10 Houston, TX – Fitzgerald’s
8/11 Austin, TX – Mohawk
8/13 Tuscon, AZ – Rialto Theater
8/14 Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theater
8/15 San Diego, CA – Belly Up

Pre-Order ‘Skelethon‘ right now!
Coming July 10th, 2012 on Rhymesayers Entertainment.

Nail Tite releases ‘From Pasadena to Medina‘, a new hue in celebration of The Notorious B.I.G.! Happy birthday Biggie! This awesome nail tone will be available at the launch on Wednesday at Space on White. (See below for info)

Words from the Founder: FROM PASADENA TO MEDINA is a hi-def blue creme with tones of pink and gold designed for lasting wear, and blended to compliment all skin tones.

#NotoriousNails #FromPasadenaToMedina #FrankWhiteNailTite #NailTone

I’m so excited. Start spreading the news! The next NAIL TONE™ will be announced tomorrow.

For more information about the launch, click here.

The House Music Art Gallery and Mobile Museum is derived from a film project directed by Louis entitled “The House that Chicago Built” that’s slated to be released later this year. The film features 100 of the world’s top and most influential DJ’s and House music pioneers sharing the real story of House music from its birth in Chicago through its rise to becoming the World’s No. 1 genre of music.

It features photography by Louis exclusive memorabilia and artifacts from various House DJ’s and notables from his film. In total 60 exclusive pieces will be on display for attendees of the Movement Festival to experience.

Click to learn more about the museum or film

To celebrate his arrival to Detroit, immediately following Lil Louis’ headlining performance on the main stage at Movement Festival on Saturday, May 26, Louis will play an official Movement afterparty.

Organic and Movement are presenting Lil’ Louis at Saint Andrews Hall, 431 East Congress in Detroit, for an extended set. Others scheduled to perform are Detroit’s own Rick Wilhite, Greg Wilson from the UK who performs using a reel-to-reel, and Michael Geiger. Admission is 18+ and presale tickets at $10. Doors open at 10 p.m.

On Friday May 24, 2012, Louis and Movement will host a meet and greet for at Detroit Threads located 10238 Joseph Campu Street, Hamtramck 6-8pm. Attendees are encouraged to bring posters and memorabilia for Louis to sign.

Image: © Lil Louis

The Black Superstar has always been a paradox in American Culture. African-Americans, and many racialized ‘others’, have for a long time held this odd allure as naturally cool, while at the same time suffering the effects of a body that is instantly criminalized. This is a dangerous duality that can serve as simultaneous impetus and hindrance. This polarization drives an ill collaboration between yU and the mysterious outfit known as The Black Opera, hosted by Mello Music Group.

yU is most known for his work demolishing microphones as 1/3 of Diamond District, but he is adept behind the beat machine as well. This joint is actually a cut off his humbly titled ‘A Garbage Beat Tape‘. One MC’s “garbage” can be another one’s banger. The faceless Black Opera collective bring life out of the rumbling kicks and neck-snapping drums in yU’s production with two strong verses that seesaw between the glamour of being a Black Superstar and the perils of being perceived as one. The Black Opera reminds us that “we still killing over Jordans,” and how balling so hard could make the police try and fine you.

Stimulating to the mind as well as pleasing to the ears, The Black Opera, yU, and the entire MMG collective continue to prove that great music can serve a higher purpose. Not just filling your trunks with bass and your head with ill rhymes, hip-hop still has the power to push you to re-examine the world around you.

You may have first heard of Mach Five, when they collaborated with Detroit based emcee Danny Brown with the track “Molly On My Tongue,” or with their prior video “Breaking My Heart,” featuring Bilal and Hollyweerd.  However, the Atlanta based duo is definitely making a name for themselves and you should pay attention.  

Here are the latest visuals from the duo’s latest release, Ratchet Shit Vol. 2 which was premiered by 2dopeboyz. The track/video “7 A.M,”  has become known as the stoner anthem, where the two Corey Davis and A.Ware talk about girls, drugs and partying.  The very funny visuals were directed by Mister Corrupt and Zimbabwe Kev. The song was produced by Asston Kusher.  Make sure to download the project for free here.

“Even though technology rules our lives these days; many people still appreciate the artistry of festival posters and that is the reason we’ve commissioned a respected Detroit artist to create ours,” said Jason Huvaere, Movement Festival Director.

The art that Pardo has created over the years can be viewed all across Detroit, and a considerable amount of it is present on our freeways at any given moment of the day. Most recognized for the design of the Ford GT, Pardo put verve in the steel curves and reminded us that a car’s first internal combustion takes place in an artist’s mind. His paintings and drawings bespeak both his love for linear perfection and his fascination for the manner in which those “lines” deliver aesthetic satisfaction to the viewer. More information about Camilo can be found at http://camilopardo.com

Movement Electronic Music Festival is partnering with Pardo, 1xRUN and 323East Gallery to make 50 limited edition prints available for only $65. They can be purchased at http://1xrun.com/runs/Movement_2012_Official_Print on Thursday May 17 at Noon EST. Each print will be signed and numbered by Camilo and come with a certificate of authenticity from 1xRUN.

About Movement Electronic Music Festival

Movement Electronic Music Festival takes place May 26-28 in Detroit and features: five technologically-rich outdoor stages; more than 100 artists; free Wi-Fi access on the grounds; a posh VIP setting located behind the main stage; dozens of official afterparties; an interactive technology center featuring the hottest gear in the industry; and several art displays to stimulate the senses. Nearly 100,000 people from across the globe attended the 2011 festival.

A limited number of three-day VIP passes are still available for $200 per person. Three-day general admission weekend passes are currently on sale for $80 per person. Pre-sale one-day passes are now available for $45 per day. For more details and to purchase festival tickets visit www.movement.us. For more details about afterparties and to purchase tickets visit, www.movementafterparties.com.

About Paxahau

Producers of the Movement Electronic Music Festival since 2006, Paxahau was established 14 years ago as an online resource to promote both Detroit and electronic music, and has earned the respect of their peers and formed a very strong network of alliances throughout the music industry. Today Paxahau is recognized across the world by artists and industry executives as a premier promotions, production and management organization. To learn more, visit www.paxahau.com.

About 1xRun.com

1xRUN.com is the premier online destination for exclusive one of a kind artwork in any and all forms. Working with leading and emerging artists from around the world, 1xRUN is focused on bringing limited-edition time released artwork to collectors across the globe. Here at 1xRUN, our artists are a special breed and so are our customers. We strive to offer a one of a kind product that suits both and is unlike anything else in the marketplace.

About 323East Gallery

323East is a collection of creative energy materialized in a mashup of art, culture, lifestyle and creativity. Located 20 minutes north of downtown Detroit in Royal Oak, MI; 323East is home to over 400 artists with rotating works in a variety of mediums. Recent exhibitions include local and international artists Glenn Barr, John Dunivant, Ron Zakrin, Audrey Pongracz, Yumiko Kayukawa, and many more. Punk Rock Meets Counter Culture. To learn more visit http://323East.com

GrungeCake will be involved in as a media sponsor for an event called ‘Def Punk Society‘ featuring acts like Rugz D. Bewler and MoRuf this time around.