Ominous Words is artist of the week for High Times Magazine

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ThoughtsArizen drops his new website!

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Ominous Words & the Musical Mammal LIVE in Big Bear @ HDHR Unofficial After Party

Come out and party!! gonna be fun

Emerald City Video - Magnificent Ruffians & 5 O'clock

I am please to present to you a Myndframe Ent and Darkside Productionz film with some of Hip-Hop’s most creative and innovate emcee’s. Keeping it grimmey and gritty and always holding out down for the Inland Empire, Magnificent Ruffians and 5 O’clock come together to bring you a great project, Wizards of CA. The video was sponsored by Canvas Barber Shop In my eyes, this is some real out side of the box thinking. I am proud to be apart of this project. And as a side note… you guys got some b@lls for smashing the Tyler Mall like that…. Good times. Enjoy the video and please share, share, share!

Emerald City Official Music Video

The Story!

The Magnificent Ruffians are back at it again with there first character album entitled, Wizards of CA. This time they collab with an artistic, abstract emcee by the name of Five O’ Clock. The characters are as follows, Specific as the Tin Man, Master Chief as the Cowardly Lion and Five O’ Clock as the Scarecrow. The original movie Wizard of OZ is a very significant movie because it was the first to be shown in color instead of black and white. It also has a lot of hidden messages, ideals and morals that each character brings to the table. Red ruby slippers, wicked witches, emerald city… These are all iconic themes that the original movie has became famous for. On this project, the Magnificent Ruffians and Five O’ Clock have tried to incorporate the movie into each song. They basically took a classic movie and flipped it into a raw hip-hop album. This project is unlike any one they have ever done before. It’s not for everyone but it is for anyone. Enjoy!

WIZARDS OF CA

Download the album at:
http://magnificentruffians.bandcamp.com/

Music Video Sponsored by
Canvas Barber Shop
Canvas Barber Shop on Facebook

Music Video Produced by

Darkside Productionz & Myndframe Ent
www.darksideproductionz.com | www.myndframent.com

Mark Liebrand & Ronnie Fincher

filmed by Ronnie Fincher
edited by Mark Liebrand

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Rick Cusick of High Times Magazine at the BIG Show

CHAMPS After Party in Las Vegas

Ominous Words LIVE with Gabe the Musical Mammal at the CHAMPS After Party in Las Vegas with Los Marijuanos, Swisher Streets, Bloodshot Bandits, and more

DJ Darkside Performance # 1

This is the first of its kind. DJ Darkside shares his first Ableton Live set being controlled with Native Instruments Maschine. This is a set from a show from last Thursday at the Pamona Valley Mining Company with Obsurd1der.

DJ Darkside Live Set 1

This is a DJ Darkside and Obsurd1der collaboration.

Music Credits:

Obsurd1der (http://www.obsurd1der.com)
DJ Darkside (http://www.djdarkside.com)
Swift Dixshun (http://www.swiftdixshun.com)
Dusty Fingers Collection

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NEW Ziplock Music Release.. 

"Special Strain" 

15 tracks you can put in your pipe and smoke.. Featuring artists like Los Marijuanos, Ominous Words, B Real of Cypress Hill, Awol One, Bloodshot Bandits, ThoughtsArizen, Swisher Streets, & more

Only available at www.ziplockmusic.com

Coyote Lounge presents Hip-Hop LIVE!

At The Pomona Valley Mining Company (a two night special event)

HIP-HOP LIVE!

with residents DJ Brannu (hip-hop dance mix) &
DJ Dazzler (dubstep club party)
+ 5 local artists performing live
hosted by Joe Jackson from 1232 Radio

• Prom’Nynce and Phenom Musiik
• L.A.C. and Mob Afiliated Records
• Obsurd1der and DJ Darkside
• Noah Jones
• Sike
• $porty “MicroWaveBoy” $eville

Thursday July 28, 2011 & August 8, 2011 (21+ &10 cover)
$5 before 10pm or all night with RSVP*
DRINK SPECIALS ALL NIGHT
*** FREE PARKING ***

MORE INFO

The Loophole - Filth One & Born5thChild

A man that never rests, if I have ever met any… Filth is definitely one of them. Always putting in work where it is relevant and always bringing us good new music to bump. I am proud to have been a part of this project from start to finish. Not only a great artist but also a great friend, Filth always seems to keep me in his thoughts when he needs someone to mix and master his tracks. he could use anyone but he comes to me. Truly grateful to have met you and the opportunities you have given me in that time.

The Loophole

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BUY ‘THE LOOPHOLE’ TODAY!

ONLY $5.00

Now to those of you that don’t know… now you know! Filth and Born5thChild are not messing around on this project. Stamped with the name ‘The Loophole’ Filth and Born5thChild came together on a small project that turned into an EP. With features such as Born5thChild, TopDime, Pawz One and DJ Darkside this is truly an abstract album.

Track List & Credits

Filth One & Born5thChild present
“The Loophole“

1. 50/50 Dutch Music, Born5thChild ft. Pawz One
2. Moving Crowds ft. Born5thChild ft. TopDime
3. Born Free, Born5thChild
4. In The Studio, Born5thChild
5. Sound Goes to War part 1
6. Sound Goes to War part 2, Born5thChild & ft. Pawz One*
7. Wastelands, Born5thChild
8. Blue Skies, Born5thChild ft. DJ Darkside (cuts)
9. Take Flight, Born5thChild

Recorded, Mixed and Masted by DJ Darkside (www.djdarkside.com)
*Sound Goes to War, Pawz One vocals recorded by Pawz One.
Darkside Productionz. Copyright 2011. All Rights Reserved.
www.darksideproductionz.com

A FILTH ONE & BORN5THCHILD
PROJECT 2011

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@Born5thChild
@Pawz1
@TopDime
@DSProductionz
@BandasOne

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Cool with Abstract Rude

Cool with Abstract Rude and Friends 'Summer Tour'

Tribe Called Quest – Documentary

The fathers of a new era of hip-hop are being celebrated in a long time over due documentary of the rise and fall of the group. Tribe Called Quest, helped paved the way for some of the greats in the game today and we owe a lot to them for that. Going to be a great watch! Stay tuned… Now playing in LA and NY.

Here are the release dates: http://www.sonyclassics.com/beatsrhymesandlife/dates.html

BEATS, RHYMES & LIFE: THE TRAVELS OF A TRIBE CALLED QUEST is a documentary film directed by Michael Rapaport about one of the most influential and groundbreaking musical groups in hip-hop history. Having released five gold and platinum selling albums within eight years, A Tribe Called Quest has been one of the most commercially successful and artistically significant musical groups in recent history, and regarded as iconic pioneers of hip hop. The band's sudden break-up in 1998 shocked the industry and saddened the scores of fans, whose appetite for the group's innovative musical stylings never seems to diminish.

A hard-core fan himself, Rapaport sets out on tour with A Tribe Called Quest in 2008, when they reunited to perform sold-out concerts across the country, almost ten years after the release of their last album, The Love Movement. As he travels with the band members (Q-Tip, Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Jarobi White), Rapaport captures the story of how tenuous their relationship has become; how their personal differences and unresolved conflicts continue to be a threat to their creative cohesion. When mounting tensions erupt backstage during a show in San Francisco, we get a behind-the-scenes look at their journey and contributions as a band and what currently is at stake for these long-time friends and collaborators.

More information: http://www.sonyclassics.com/beatsrhymesandlife/

Curtiss King - DIY (EP)

Man, does this guy ever sleep? I keep my eye on a few artists and one in particular that keeps popping out to me is, Curtiss King. There is so much music coming from Black Cloud Music it’s crazy! Another super dope project called ‘DIY’ that you need to checkout and download now! Enjoy!

Curtiss King - DIY (ep) by curtissking

Wizards of CA - Limited Download

MAGNIFICENT RUFFIANS & FIVE O' CLOCK PRESENT:
WIZARDS OF CA

‘DOWNLOAD NOW’
LIMITED TIME ONLY!!!

The Magnificent Ruffians are back at it again with there first character album entitled, Wizards of CA. This time they collab with an artistic, abstract emcee by the name of Five O' Clock. The characters are as follows, Specific as the Tinman, Master Chief as the Cowardly Lion and Five O' Clock as the Scarecrow. The original movie Wizard of OZ is a very significant movie because it was the first to be shown in color instead of black and white. It also has a lot of hidden messages, ideals and morals that each character brings to the table. Red ruby slippers, wicked witches, emerald city... These are all iconic themes that the original movie has became famous for. On this project, the Magnificent Ruffians and Five O' Clock have tried to incorporate the movie into each song. They basically took a classic movie and flipped it into a raw hip-hop album. This project is unlike any one they have ever done before. It's not for everyone but it is for anyone. Enjoy!

Magnificent Ruffians on MySpace: View Now

Tribal Frequency - Indie Artists' Listen Up!

BandasOne and RDMG fuse together to create 'Tribal Frequency' an online toolkit created for Indie Artists’ by indie artists’ used as a means of diffusing content and maintaining a brand in the social media market.

Wizards of CA Leak: The Jitterbug

MAGNIFICENT RUFFIANS & FIVE O' CLOCK PRESENT: WIZARDS OF CA

"THE JITTERBUG"

HERE THE SONG HERE


This is another leaker from ‘Magnificent Ruffians’ and ‘Five O’Clock’ where they take on the roles of characters from the famous Wizard of OZ. Enjoy! The characters are as follows, Specific as the Tinman, Master Chief as the Cowardly Lion and Five O' Clock as the Scarecrow. Sit back, relax and bump some dopeness!

Magnificent Ruffians on MySpace: View Now

KontraDiction: Enstinctz & EIG

Enstinctz and EIG come together on KontraDiction, which to me is a dope throw back to the ‘real’ and ‘raw’ hip-hop that we all grew up to. To learn more about the project check out EIG’s blog at: http://memoirofmrnaturalmystic.tumblr.com/

@ENSTINCTZ & @EIGTHEABSTRACT

KONTRA.DICTION

The LP features: Born5thChild, E-Sweets, The Gunna, Annimeanz and Big Sick.

Let It Out ft. Enstinctz

A collaboration between Enstinctz, Filth One and DJ Darkside.

Let It Out ft. Enstinctz by dsproductionz

Land of Filth & Money

At it once again... Filth one has been keeping busy lately with his many projects such as: Earthtones, Earthtones 2, The Loop Hole and now The Land of Filth and Money, a collaboration with Tom Dime.

Filth Projects

• Earthtones ***available threw special order via Filth***
  
• Earthtones 2
  
• The Loop Hole
  
• Land of Filth & Money (coming soon)

J-Roz: End of a Cycle (Earthtones 2)

Some Filthy Tunez

Swift Dixshun – Thinking Out Loud promo video

After releasing ‘Accidentally on Purpose,’ Swift Dixshun pulled together another great album with features such as: Mando The DJ, Akronymz, DJ Darkside, Magnificent Ruffians and Kindred Emcee’s (Obsurd1der & Kizm). Also featuring beats by: Elusive, Filth, DJ Ad-Seg, Jynxx, DJ Darkside, Mando The DJ and Bobby-Lo. Definitely a dope album worth checking out. Help support the project and all of our hard work. We love what we do!

get ‘Thinking Out Loud’ at www.swiftdixshun.com

Leaker: There's No Place Like Home

MAGNIFICENT RUFFIANS & FIVE O' CLOCK PRESENT: WIZARDS OF CA

"THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME"

HERE THE SONG HERE


This is another leaker from ‘Magnificent Ruffians’ and ‘Five O’Clock’ where they take on the roles of characters from the famous Wizard of OZ. Enjoy! The characters are as follows, Specific as the Tinman, Master Chief as the Cowardly Lion and Five O' Clock as the Scarecrow. Sit back, relax and bump some dopeness!

Magnificent Ruffians on MySpace: View Now

Black Cloud Music: Stayin' Loud!

I try to keep up with underground artists that I have personally come across in my time and right now the ones that are sticking out to me are the guys over at ‘Black Cloud Music.’ On a weekly basis, they are releasing new songs and videos like its child’s play. Definitely follow them over on twitter at: @blackcloudmusic

Here are two videos I wanted to share, both are well produced and bangin tracks. Keep it us!

Curtiss King – That’s How My Days Goin’

Curtiss King releases a video to follow up the release of his single "That’s How My Day's Goin’" Produced by Jynxx. "DIY" EP coming soon!!!

Art Barz - Taking Shots

Art Barz second video off his latest EP "Zone Of My Own." Produced by Kev Martin. Shot by Jesus L and Walter Lee Da 3rd. Directed & Edited by Art Barz.

Fast Lane ft. Eminem and Royce Da 5’9

Eminem and Royce Da 5' 9 squash the beef and this is the result. From pure skilled lyrically wizardry to a seriously amazing animated video, this one tops what is out there right now. The track is produced by Supa Dups and also features cameos from Shady Records super crew Slaughterhouse as well towards the end.

This is by far one of the best hip-hop videos in a long time and has set a new bar for any artists trying to compete. There is no competition!

Curtiss King – 21Sev7n

1st video from Curtiss King's new EP "DIY" presented by Black Cloud Music x Ashley Outrageous

Directed by: Curtiss King (How2bfamous) x Finess (The Dean)
Edited by: Curtiss King

Twitter: @CurtissKing
www.blackcloudmusic.com
www.ashleyoutrageous.com

MAGNIFICENT RUFFIANS & FIVE O' CLOCK PRESENT: WIZARDS OF CA

"THE WICKED WITCH IS DEAD"

HEAR THE SONG: CLICK HERE


The Magnificent Ruffians are back at it again with there first character album entitled, Wizards of CA. This time they collab with an artistic, abstract emcee by the name of Five O' Clock. The characters are as follows, Specific as the Tin-man, Master Chief as the Cowardly Lion and Five O' Clock as the Scarecrow. The original movie Wizard of OZ is a very significant movie because it was the first to be shown in color instead of black and white. It also has a lot of hidden messages, ideals and morals that each character brings to the table. Red ruby slippers, wicked witches, emerald city... These are all iconic themes that the original movie has became famous for. On this project, the Magnificent Ruffians and Five O' Clock have tried to incorporate the movie into each song. They basically took a classic movie and flipped it into a raw hip-hop album. This project is unlike any one they have ever done before. It's not for everyone but it is for anyone. Enjoy!

Magnificent Ruffians on MySpace: View Now

AZMA - "ON THAT" (Official Video)

Non stop grindin, and makin moves with the best, Azma Instigater does it again with another dope track and well produced video to accompany it. The track was produced by Omega from the “Az Good Az new” LP (visit www.azmainstigater.com for more info) and directed by Adept. This is true hard work and focus happening right here people, enjoy!

AZMA - "ON THAT" (Official Video)
Produced By Omega
Off the "Az Good Az New" LP
Directed By Adept

Ominous Words & ThoughtsArizen HOT BOXED the PLANET for 7 straight weeks on the TOP 25 Online Radio Charts

Hot Box the Planet featuring Ariano with production by LD of Technicali definitely made it's way around the globe. Dancing around the TOP 25 Online Radio Charts for 7 straight weeks, peeking at #18. Falling off the charts as of last week. But hardly forgotten, with rotation still on stations like Nug Radio, the NORML Audio Stash and more. Ominous Words & ThoughtsArizen are currently working on a new album with colabs from Abstrakt Rude, Akil of Jurassic 5, and more. Stay tuned.

Download Hot Box the Planet for FREE: Click Here 

Ominous Words website
ThoughtsArizen website

DJ Lord Ron Remixes Vol. 1

 

[01] Wake Up Show Shout Out To Lord Ron

[02] Quiet Storm - Mobb Deep

[03] Heat It Up - Rakim

[04] Theme Of NY - Ali Vega

[05] Nastradamus - Nas

[06] P.L.O. Style - Method Man Feat., Carlton Fisk

[07] It Ain't Hard to Tell - Nas

[08] Jeep Ass Nigguh - Masta Ace

[09] Spit These Bars - Drag On

[10] Show N' Prove ( Power Of God) - Inspectah Deck

[11] Material Things - Triple Ace

[12] Outro 2001

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Dreams ft. Flash produced by Obsurd1der

Another name to watch out for in the underground scene is, Obsurd1der. Coming from a deep root of music in his family, from parents who are musicians to aunts and uncles, Obsurd1der has always been around the beat. In the video, "Dreams ft. Flash" produced by Obsurd1der, you will get a taste of what is to come. Collaborating with 'Flash' who is also lyrically skilled. Check it out and enjoy!

"Dreams" is a track that was produced by Obsurd1der (Aeronik Productions). This song is from his upcoming album "The Composition", which will be out late summer. Obsurd1der is from the Inland Empire (Tha 9, 90951st, Riv-Gritty, The Eye, etc.) This cut features an artist by the name of Flash, from Murrieta, Ca but originates from the Bay Area. The video was produced and filmed by Ronnie Fincher (Myndframe Ent.) & Willie Harvey (H3 Films). Ronnie Fincher did the cutting and editing for the video. "Dreams" is filmed in various spots throughout the Downtown area of Riverside, Ca. We would like to thank you for your time and hope you enjoy the video. If you would like to contact us regarding video shoots, production, studio time, lyrics, all contact info is in the video. PEACE!!!

Interview with Kid Presentable

Interview with Kid Presentable

apathy.mp3 by Kid Presentable!!!

Band as One: What name or alias to you go by? What’s the origin of that name? Have you changed your name before?

Kid Presentable: I go by the name Kid Presentable! The name is a reference or homage to “The Simpsons” Moe the bartender was a former boxer who went by ‘Kid Gorgeous’ but he lost so many fights and got beat up so many times that he eventually was known as kid moe. Along the way he was called ‘Kid Presentable’ as well as ‘Kid Gruesome.’ I figured I’m not good looking enough to be Kid Gorgeous, but not ugly enough to be Kid Gruesome so Kid Presentable was it!!!

Band as One: What is your respective instrument or position as a musician?

Kid Presentable: I am an emcee / sample based producer. I try to dabble in the art of the drum machines, but results have been mixed.

Band as One: What genre of music do you consider your work to be? Who are your major influences?

Kid Presentable: I would say I am an underground hip-hop emcee. Experimental hip-hop / down-tempo producer. Musically, I have been influenced by Sole, El-P, Aesop Rock, Blue Sky Black Death, Boards of Canada, Ceshi, Blueprint, 2mex and way way more then I can write down at this time… Jedi Mind Tricks, Slug, Eyedea…the list goes on and on…

Band as One: Do you work with any other artists? if so, who? How did you meet?

Kid Presentable: I work closely with my collective “Paper Lanterns Collective” which consists of Sleeps Numb, Noblonski, The Sound Setters, HOOT!, and of course Morbidly-o-Beats. I have also worked with King Jesk, Dj Darkzide, Hephty, GreenCarpetedStairs, JMelencholy and some people to be named soon. A lot of these people I met via the soleone.org message boards who really houses an insane amount of talented. The rest I met via real life conversations.

Band as One: When did you dive into music? What inspired you to make music?

Kid Presentable: I started writing music about ten years ago but started actually producing and recording in 2006.

Band as One: Do you have a record label? Are you a member of any music organizations?

Kid Presentable: No label per say, but more of a collective of artists. The Paper Lanterns Collective is more of a flag that we all fly . It’s a place where our artists can call home, and a place where they can expect support from other members.

Band as One: What can you tell me about your instruments or gear? (i.e., Are you subject to brand loyalty or will you play with whatever is available? What made you choose the instruments or styles you have now? Was it cost or was it a style / model / brand / color preference?

Kid Presentable: As far as equipment goes, I am more of a software guy but would really like to get my hands on some hardware. I run a Pro Tools 7.4 set up via a Digi 002 control surface which I have been using to strictly record vocals and mix them. I was using Reason 5 for beats but have now moved to Ableton Live 8.0 For my instrumentation and beat needs. I use a Korg Mikro controller for my midi all connected to a MacG5 that is in desperate need of an upgrade, if anyone out there would like to donate to the cause….

Band as One: Where have you performed? What are your favorite and least favorite venues? Do you have any upcoming shows?

Kid Presentable: I have performed at the Pharaohs Den in Riverside, Aladdin Jr in Pomona, 2nd Street Jazz Cafe in Downtown LA, and The Rehab at Loretta’s Lounge in Fontana. Not to mention backyard gigs and in stores. I love performing and I don’t really have a favorite place to rock. I’ve rocked in front of a Gelato store in front of six people. I do have a couple of shows coming up. I will be at this spot called the Jazzhole in City of Industry on 6/6/11, Da I’ll spot in Pomona on 6/17/11 which will surely be dope. I will also be doing a show for my good friends Besatree and K Serious in Upland in July. I have a ton of things I am working on so please stay tuned.

Band as One: Which songs do you perform most frequently? Do you ever play any covers? Do you have a set play list?

Kid Presentable: I try to rotate songs and keep my sets fresh. Any new projects I work on I try to incorporate as many songs as I can. People really seem to enjoy “Apathy” as well “Asshole” which is good because those are easy to remember.

Band as One: Who writes your songs? What are the main themes or topics for most of your songs? Do you think these topics will change over time?

Kid Presentable: I write just about 100% of my songs. Most of them have to do with what I’m feeling at the time. Whether it be anger at BP for the oil spill or the government for their lack of oversight on the situation. Another topic I enjoy to delve into is heartbreak. A common theme that everyone has felt in their lives so I used it as a away to connect with people, because let’s face it, your not the only one who dated a heartless bitch.

Band as One: Could you briefly describe the music-making process?

Kid Presentable: It all depends. Sometimes I will write a verse or verses to a beat I made or that was made for me. Other times I will create the beat around an idea or notes I jotted down earlier in the day. It varies from song to song.

Band as One: What are your rehearsals generally like? Do you have a set time each week in which you practice or are rehearsals more spontaneous?

Kid Presentable: I rehearse about 1 hour a day two weeks before a show. It basically consists of me listening to the song over and over again and singing it in shower. I like to rehearse in the mirror with a mic as well.

Band as One: How has your music evolved since you first began making music?

Kid Presentable: I think my music has become much more structured. When I write a themed song, it doesn’t stray far from subject matter as some of my old songs tended to do.

Band as One: What has been your biggest challenge as an artist? Have you been able to overcome that challenge? If so, how?

Kid Presentable: My biggest challenge has definitely been building a name for myself. It’s tough especially in Southern California, where there are a ton of very talented people and only a limited amount of shows. I am of the belief that you always have to work hard no matter the situation. I feel I am slowly starting to develop a fan base but it takes a lot of hard work and playing to empty venues to get as far as I have gotten. There is still a shit load more work to do so… No rest for the wicked!

Band as One: What’s your ultimate direction for your music? Are you seeking fame and fortune?

Kid Presentable: Not so much fame and fortune as being respected for my music. I think it is every artists dream to want to be able to pay the rent with their art and that is ultimately my goal. Once I get there I can set some tougher goals and go from there. But that’s the short term plan for now. Find a way to make this profitable enough to quit the 9-5 office job and dedicate myself to music full time.

Band as One: What advice do you have for people who want to start making music and getting into the industry?

Kid Presentable: Do it. If you have a passion for it and love making music do it. Just don’t expect to be on the cover of Pitchfork or whatever magazine you read a year or two into this. For every odd future there are 10 other cats with mad talent and skill that don’t make it. It takes sacrifice and a ton of hard work to be doing this. Another thing is respect. Respect the people that are doing what you want to be doing and listen to advice / criticisms that they might have. Chances are that you will learn something regardless of whether you enjoy the product they put out. Last thing is be professional. In your mannerisms, your presentation, everything. Don’t show up late to a gig it’s disrespectful to the venue, the promoters, your fellow artists and most importantly the fans that paid 5 bucks to get in to the show. I can go on forever about all sorts of stuff.

Band as One: How can fans-to-be gain access to your music? Do you have a website with sample songs or a demo CD? Albums? Videos? Etc…

Kid Presentable: My newest album is out now for free download at the collectives bandcamp page. www.paperlanternscollective.bandcamp.com It’s produced entirely by Morbidly-o-Beats and it’s an project we are very proud of. I have some miscellaneous songs on my soundcloud page at www.soundcloud.com/kid-presentable. And of course www.facebook.com/kidpresentableraps and www.twitter.com/kid_presentable for all your social network needs.

Band as One: Is there anyone you’d like to acknowledge for offering financial or emotional support?

Kid Presentable: My family: My brother Yoci from the The Voids, my sons Dominic and Daniel, my wifey Jackie and my moms. My DxAxF family who showed me how to rock.

Don’t forget to check out Paper Lanterns Collective page: http://paperlanterns.squarespace.com/

BAND AS ONE

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J Roz 1 'End of a Cycle' produced by Filth One

Filth One and J Roz 1 come together on a great collaboration from the Earthtones 2 project. 'End of a Cycle' is a track filled with emotion and expression of our art and it's current direction. The video captures the essence of the song perfectly and is a Prime Rhyme Production.

J Roz 1 has been putting in work in the underground hip-hop scene and represents its culture to the fullest. Filth, never seizes to amaze me with his creativity and raw style on the beats. From smooth jams like 'End of a Cycle' to the rawness of 'Sound Goes to War,' Filth is quickly climbing the ranks and earning his way as a talent not to be underestimated. Check out more work by Filth One at: http://www.reverbnation.com/filthone

Also, see Earthtones 2 on iTunes!

SCRAP METAL BY EIG

The One and Only Abstract EIG releases 'Scrap Metal,' an LP with some top notch features and production. Definitely something worth checking out if you love hip-hop!

Features:

• Magnificent Ruffians
• Nirvus Habit
• Kontra.Diction
• Magnificent Abolitionist

Producers:

• Arkitek
• DJ Noreiga
• Bobby Lo
• Butcher
• Filth One
• Teknical

EIG AKA MR NATURAL MYSTIC AKA MIDNIGHT OIL AKA MEXIKA RISING AKA MANSUN

http://bandasone.com/profile/ERICHumildad

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Musician Campaign

Finally, someone is standing up for musicians and trying to gain our voice as artists back. Manny Partridge from Band as One is starting a campaign for musicians and would like for as many musicians to join as possible. We believe in power by numbers, so join our fight back today!

We would like to extend an invite to join in on a little photo campaign we are doing for “Band as One.” The idea is to take a photo of yourself holding a piece of paper with something written about “Band as One.”

An Example:



Instructions

* Write something about “Band as One” on a piece of paper.
* Take a photo of yourself holding the piece of paper, be creative.
* Upload the photo to “Band as One” and make sure to title is ‘Photo Campaign.’
* Share the photo on your Facebook and Twitter Accounts.
* You can include a URL to your member profile. Example: http://bandasone.com/profile/mannypartridge

We hope to get our members more involved and active on the website. There will also be a vote for the best or most liked photo.
Don’t Forget!

Share your music, videos and lyrics on the website with other musicians. We highly encourage all current members to be more active on the website and interact with other members. We get our power in numbers and if we all band as one, we can make a statement with our music. Don’t forget to tell your friends or band mates about the site too, you can share this link with them (http://bandasone.com/?xgi=0bGyQhs5TMAm97) or simply forward this post.

You So Craaaazy

Blackcloud making moves again, no surprising... These cats are really putting in work lately and its a nice thing to sit back and watch it happen. Check out the latest video coming from Blackcloud called "Your So Craaaazy."

Who We Are (Offical Video) Azma & Paradox

Amza & Paradox bring you 'Who We Are.' These cats are puttin in work lately, definitely don't sleep on them.

More at Azma's Website:
http://www.azmainstigater.com

Who We Are (Official Video) – Azma and Paradox

Top 10

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In no particular order, check out some of the following albums released from the greats such as: Black Sheep, David Banner, GhostFace Killah, Sean price and more...

10 Albums to Top Check Out

'Winner'



Black Sheep feat. AZ:
Producer: Paten Locke
Label: Bum Rush Records

'Troublemakers'



Ghostface Killah (of Wu-Tang Clan)
feat. Raekwon & Method Man (of Wu-Tang Clan), Redman:
Producer: Jake One
Label: Def Jam Recordings

'Strange'



David Banner (of Crooked Lettaz) & 9th Wonder feat. Big Remo:
Producer: 9th Wonder; W. Campbell; David Banner
Label: b.i.G.f.a.c.e. Entertainment

'Don't Sleep'



Invincible, Finale:
Producer: Black Milk
Label: Mello Music Group

'Home Comes First'



Kenn Starr, Finale:
Producer: Apollo Brown
Label: Mello Music Group

'Ladies'

Sean Price (of Heltah Skeltah),
J-Biz, Critical (of Critical Madness):
Producer: N/A
Label: Digi Crates Records

'The Bay Of Pigs'



Virtuoso feat. Vast Aire (of Cannibal Ox),
Deltron 3030 (aka Del The Funky Homosapien), Pidi T:
Producer: Blue Sky Black Death
Label: Big Bang Records

'In Tha Park'



Ghostface Killah (of Wu-Tang Clan)
feat. Black Thought (of The Roots):
Producer: Frank Dukes
Label: Def Jam Recordings

'What It Feel Like'



N.B.S. (Natural Born Spitters)
feat. Slaine (of Special Teamz & La Coka Nostra):
Producer: Matty Trump
Label: Big Bang Records

'The Best Day'

Atmosphere (Slug + Ant):
Producer: Ant
Label: Rhymesayers Entertainment

NAMM Show 2011

If you in the music business, whether your a producer, engineer, song writer or hobbyist, the NAMM show is definitely a place you should be. It is a great experience to see all the new gear and software which is about to hit the market, you get to see live performances by some great musicians and network with other musicians. Get out to NAMM this weekend if you can, you won’t be sorry!

NAMM Defined

NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), commonly called NAMM in reference to the organization’s popular NAMM trade shows, is the not-for-profit association that unifies, leads and strengthens the $17 billion global music products industry. Our association—and our trade shows—serve as a hub for people wanting to seek out the newest innovations in musical products, recording technology, sound and lighting—everything you need to enhance and grow your business, presentation or event! Founded more than a century ago, NAMM proudly represents a worldwide community of people who are passionate about what they do and provides them with the tools, learning and business environment they need to do it.

Why Attend the 2011 NAMM Show in Anaheim?

To Take Your Business to 11! On a scale of 1 to 10, we’re taking it to 11 and so can you! The 2011 NAMM Show has everything you need to turn it up a notch in your business, from the hottest new music products offered by 1500+ exhibitors to free business-building training customized to the challenges of today’s industry professionals.

1. Build Your Brand
2. Connect With Your Buyers
3. Start A Buzz About Your Products
4. Move Your Business Forward
5. Invest In Your Company’s Success
6. Be A Part Of The Music Products Industry’s Largest And Most Important Event

• Wednesday, January 12, 2011
• Thursday, January 13, 2011
• Friday, January 14, 2011
• Saturday, January 15, 2011
• Sunday, January 16, 2011

Show Directory

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Location & Information

Anaheim Convention Center
800 West Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92802
Call us at: (714) 765-8950 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (714) 765-8950 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Fax us at: (714) 765-8965
E-mail us at: info@anaheimconventioncenter.net

In The Fore Front

California is undoubtedly in the fore front of underground hip-hop music, providing us all as musicians with such amazing inspirations. From our city streets, to our skyscrapers and our beautiful woman, we really do have it made. Last year was a big year for a lot of underground hip-hop artists such as: Magnificent Ruffians, Azma Instigater, Filthone, Born5thChild, Swift Dixshun and many artists in between.

One group that is definitely worth a listen? Free The Robots, coming from Orange County, CA. Their latest album “Ctrl Alt Delete” on Alpha Pup records has a dark vibe to the album. Check out the official video for their song ‘Jupiter’ and don’t forget to check out some of the other artists mentioned in the article.

FREE THE ROBOTS - JUPITER (Official Video)

Other Artists

• Magnificent Ruffians on MySpace
• Azma Instigater
• Filthone
• Born5thChild
• Swift Dixshun