February 8, 2012 in Audio, Videos
Here’s the first video from Bonobo’s upcoming release “Black Sands Remixed”. It features vocals from singer Andreya Triana just like the original, but adds rap vocals from London emcee DELS, which kinda take away from the original’s vibe, but still dope nonetheless.
February 7, 2012 in Audio, Videos
Today is the late Jay Dee’s birthday and here at RetinaDrum we thought we would take the time to share some of his music that we hold dear to us. This is tough because there is so much but we will try.
This is a fan video for one of my personal favorite beats of his, Lightworks.
J Dilla- Lightworks from Aaron Velasquez on Vimeo.
February 7, 2012 in Audio, Videos
De La Soul’s Plug 1 & Plug 2 Present First Serve – the album out April 2nd on Duck Down Music in North America & Pias in all other territories.
Watch the music video for “Must B The Music,” the lead single from the animated world of De La Soul’s Plug 1 & Plug 2 Present First Serve.
Song produced by Chokalate & Khalid.
The video was directed by Matt Stawski.
February 7, 2012 in Audio
Today would’ve been the 38th birthday of J Dilla, and to celebrate; why not download what I think is the best mixtape in honor of him? Mick Boogie first presented “Dillagence” in 2007, and features unreleased and new tracks from Busta Rhymes from over the span of time that the 2 worked together and beyond. Enjoy!
February 1, 2012 in Audio
Parable vs. Mac Soto first introduced their musical collaboration with the sample-heavy, “Play,” and dig even deeper with their follow-up, “Soul.” Produced and composed entirely by Mac Soto, “Soul,” is an emotionally-driven piece with multiple musical movements. Mac Soto opens up with graceful and sincere vocals backed by soft piano notes, which quickly explodes with an aggressive breakbeat topped with Parable’s cutthroat yet honest raps. The song touches the unique, heartfelt topic of realization of fault and admission of guilt, while still maintaining an upbeat energy and drive.
February 1, 2012 in Audio
First off, some of you might be wondering; who is Nerd Ferguson? OK. Maybe that wasn’t your first thought, but for those who were, he is 1/4 of VA’s own “Box & Won”. Also known as Stress the Lyricist, he brings to you his newest solo project, and no we’re not posting it for free…yet, but hey, it’s only $.99! Don’t be so damn cheap! It features the same fun-loving (Did I just say fun-loving?) hip-hop that those who aren’t sleeping have come to enjoy…so ENJOY!!!
February 1, 2012 in Audio, Videos
After a few months delay, the Vagabonds are finally here with their new EP, and they’ve made it available for free download. Titled “#FML”, this nine track EP highlights the past year that E.R. and Baysiqly have experienced in their personal lives while enjoying their new-found recognition and notoriety after releasing “Good Neighbors” on New Years Day 2011.
With the lyrics detailing their experiences over the past year, “#FML” is a deep and often dark look into the lives of the Vagabonds, not sparring any details in regards to their families, financial situations, broken relationships, and their own personal highs and lows. Produced, mixed, and mastered entirely by E.R., the decision to keep everything in-house with no outside features was made in order to provide the most intimate experience possible, as E.R. and Baysiqly are known for not holding anything back in their music, no matter how personal it may seem. In conjunction with the EP, they have released a video to the intro/title track; “FML” shot inside of Nike Missile Site HM-95D in southwest Miami-Dade County (also known as the haunted Krome Detention Center/Insane Asylum).
February 1, 2012 in Audio, Videos
Crazy Hood Productions in conjunction with Crazy Hood Film Academy presents GARCIA feat. N.O.R.E. & AG Lyonz ’2 Gun Salute’ official video. This is the 4th music video off GARCIA’s ‘Off The Beaten Path’ EP available now for free download at HERE also log on to www.crazyhood.com for more info.
Oh, and in case you were wondering where I was since you can actually see my name on the YouTube entry, I decided to lay low and provide “audio help”. Ha! Enjoy! 2 Gun Salute!
