Happy holidaze to all;

A little shout out to Rotterdam.



The entire set isn't Rotterdam, but the majority is. I know I missed some heads but this was spontaneous and enjoyable. Shouts to UNCUT HIPHOP, Terilekst, Grandson, Moods, Beatsofreen, and the entire scene out there. There's so much more to dig into and I will. (you should too)
BTW, Happy Holidaze to you all if I hadn't said it already. I'm not big on Holidays, but we could all use a downtempo day to get ready for the work that lies ahead in 2013. P.S. Don't make fun of your friends who thought the end of the world was days ago, just make sure you don't take the future for granted. IT's important to have honestly pusued whatever your passion is. In this new age, you really can make it so, so make it so!
Peace and Dams,
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3for3for3 inna soundsystem stylee.

I figured since it's raining here, why not put together a 3for3 to get the day in motion?
Here are some jams to get ya movin, seen?

ROUND 1

YESTERDAY: RONI classic

TODAY: Rooftop Session. I'm going to check out the documentary this excerpt was taken from!

TOMORROW: Tomorrow is waiting for you.


ROUND 2
 A perfect match. Roni Size and Bahamadia.


MC Dynamite is waiting for you to. .. ..... .

DJ Vadim!


OM Unit wicked beats! !! !!!!! !

If I were in Paris in December, I would make sure to mark December 22nd in my calendar.
The last four vids are all artists appearing at La Machine du Moulin Rouge!
Nuff' said!

FINAL ROUND

?uestlove yep.

Faireset

Peace and a moving day to you,
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A rather animated 3for3for3

3for3for3

Start your revolution today, by listening to Immortal Technique and other like-minded emcees.

Swear someone was tripping on this one, but it's still great to watch!

I really like UK Hip-Hop, especially when done well.

Basically, don't f*ck with Sean P.

visually pleasing

Did you blink yet?

ALL LOWERCASE or

Drums.

Classic!

BONUS:

Peace and colorful rhythms,
12:51

Mr. Henry Johnson said to relax.

Hello again!
So time's a-ticking and folks are feeling a little tension, no?
Well we gotta work this out, don't we?
I'd like to thank Mr. Henry Johnson for reminding me that we all need to chill out sometimes.
Not to sleep for sleep's sake, but to rest physically and mentally in order to rejuvenate,
recharge, and revise tomorrow's plan.
We can't allow ourselves to miss out what is happening now and what looks to arrive straight ahead.
With that said, let's get over the hump in humpday, and breathe for a s-e-c-o-n-d.

Doesn't that feel better already? Hey tomorrow might be bigger than we educated guesses may allow us to guest-imate. Or maybe, by chance, it'll be a bit more quiet than today's screams.

Either way continue to breathe.




Continue to breathe and believe in what it is that's running your motors.

 Mr. Pawel Koko would tell me, though, to pick it up a little bit. Why not?

The most relaxing song I can think of, off-hand, is one you might not have heard.
This is Billie Dee Boodah. A fellow member of my crew, 21 1 3, back in Chicago.
Generally, our music is NOT that chill, but Mr. Boodah is one of the more versatile emcees in the crew and really does know how to chill.
NOT that everyone else doesn't, but maybe they just won't say it.

Ah, smell that incense.
I'm pretty relaxed, but we can always go to a different place, can't we?

I'm ending on a strange note, BUT today is for thinking, I think.
Peace and less adrenalin,
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p.s. You make the connections.

Code.

YOU
 Okay?
SO
IS FOR

-And I really mean that.

*FOR THOSE WHO CAN'T figure it out:
"When I was here, you didn't call evolution, okay?
So what is hip is for everybody, and I really mean that."

-Got it? good.

IS NOT AN EASY TASK, WHEN YOU ARE


*IF you GOT the top sequence, then this one is easy.

"Tearing down the sky is not an easy task when you are stoned broke and single."

Okay now that you got it you can get it.
Peace and pass the leaf, dog.
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Sometimes there are just no words, eh?

*you really want to get to video #2 in this playlist, but do not ignore the others.
I'm jussayin...
Peace and I'm just saying...
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Intentions are meant to be.

What is today? What is yesterday?
Where is tomorrow?
Why is two seconds ago?
Who is the future?
Peace and unknown elements,
12:51

PUMPKIN and MENTALOW!

PROMO TUESDAY
DECEMBER 11th, 201-2 ya'll
PUMPKIN

Ms. Pumpkin has released a brand spanking new full-length which you would have seen in an earlier post. (If you didn't you better stop sleeping and do your research!)
SILENCE RADIO is gaining much buzz and attention here around the French music scene, but also extending into foreign waters with a whole combo platter of featurings. There are so many blogs pushing it out there. My place of choice is THE FIND MAGAZINE. You will be seeing more and more of PUMPKIN, of that I am sure. You're curious aren't you?
Thought you would be. Well being the generous soul I am, go ahead and click on through to PUMPKINISORANGE.com
WAIT!
Hey, we're not done speaking yet!
Why would you do a release without a release party? DUH!
Well Wednseday December 12th, 201-2, Pumpkin is throwing a soiree at ALIMENTATION GENERALE in celebration of the "bon nouvelle."
If you are in Paris I would highly recommend it. Why? You're just full of questions eh? Firstly the concert is FREE (GRATUIT, cost nothing, zero dollars, walk right on in, EVERYONE IS WELCOME!)
We'll be back in a bit with some more Pumpkin so you can see why you should go purchase SILENCE RADIO. ... ... .. ......


BY THE WAY....Ms. Pumpkin...what record would you pick if you had to pick one record?


A little bit of background story.....and how it connects.

Pumpkin, the emcee, is one-half of MENTALOW MUSIC, along with producer, VIN'S DA CUERO.
I've known them both for a few years now and it's been a pleasure working with both of them.
They bring a quality back to Hip-Hop, particularly to the French music scene, which instills true school ideals and blends them with tomorrow's sounds. FOR EXAMPLE:



When I arrived here in Ile de France, this was one of the first videos I viewed, which would soon introduce me to the rest of the grand scene that has existed in France since the 80's. It still remains one of my favorites to this day. No I haven't translated it in it's entirety (ma francais c'est mal), but the vibe and feel are uniquely attention grabbing. SEE/HEAR FOR OURSELF (not just for you or me but us):


Thanks to EL CHAVO of MOLTS RECORDS I was introduced to this duo and we hit it off pretty quickly. It seems fate, time and wind, were all on the same pace back in these days....


One cannot help but continue to progress and connect with the peers and fellow practitioners in your scene, so as Vin's network grew, so did Mentalow's and Pumpkin's. Vin's and I ventured on a single for his, then, upcoming freshman release PUT IT ON WAX. The video above and the following were genius promotion tools and necessary in both growth musically and personally.


So yeah it was raining, but sun usually follows rain doesn't it? We joined with Jonathon Joly and Francesco Roversi on the launch of PUT IT ON WAX and gained a single to help push the release.


At the time Pumpkin had spoken of her upcoming album. Unfortunately, she was busy at the time, and we never got a chance to collaborate. Time continued on, and MENTALOW began to gain momentum. Through the tireless effort of Pumpkin and Vin's, Mentalow has now become a force to be reckoned with here in France. DJ LYRIK joined the mix, to solidify their live show, which has become quite formidable I would say. Let's take a look:

I send shouts and wishes of congratulations and continued success to two very dear friends of mine.
You be sure and visit MENTALOW as they have begun to amass more and more content regularly, which means reason to visit and revisit again and again. I expect Pumpkin's SILENCE RADIO will be just the push they need to start 2013 with a <bang>.

SEE YOU ALL AT ALIMENTATION GENERALE on DECEMBER 12th, 2012...this WEDNESDAY(MERCREDI). THIS ONE WILL BE ONE TO GO DOWN IN HISTORY!
 Also on the bill for the evening is:

TCHAD UNPOE
He is a lyricist with a most versatile flow(in three languages ) who's first release in 2005 set him permanently in the French Hip-Hop scene. He has a nice number of releases including his latest  UNDOE, which you can link to here. He's played onthe same bill with MOP and been compared to MOS DEF. I'm looking forward to his set Wednesday as we haven't met, but I have a feeling it will be an unforgettable evening.

Peace and PUMPKIN IS ORANGE,

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Halloween in December who would've figured? Happy Holidays and Joyeaux Noel amongst other wishes to you all and hope to see you Wednesday!

PROMO TUESDAYS

PROMO TUESDAY!

DJ SUSPECT and DOC TMK

 ->Don't let the green wig fool ya'! This is the first single from the forthcoming DJ SUSPECT and DOC TMK full-length release on LUHNA RECORDZ. This time featuring the incredible english duo, CARPETFACE and AUDIBLE1 aka THE GOOSENECK STEPPERS(I couldn't make that up if I wanted to!) The first single is available now and the full-length arrives in spring 2013. Don't sleep kids.
Look, you can feel the energy flying off the screen from this vid! Mad flavor, good beats, and THE catchiest chorus of the year hands down. Follow along now.....everybody!

SOUL SQUARE

 -->You haven't heard of SOUL SQUARE?? Shame on you! Maybe that's why I was put here...to wake you up! Closely associated with BEAT TORRENT and DMC champs C2C (some of whom come from Nantes), Soul Square is a group of 4 producers; ARSHITECT, GUAN JAY, PERM ONE, and DJ ATOM, formerly known as The Drum Brothers. They have quite a few releases, many to critical and fan acclaim, and look to put out another great one in early 2013.
"I'm in Paris", you say?
Well what better way to bring in the new year, but to join SOULSQUARE at LA BELLEVILLOISE
on January 19th for EXCUSE MY FRENCH number 11! Look, even I'll be there, so you have no excuses!

K-ONI and RezO

 ----->Gotta bring attention to this one. K-ONI of the mighty MICRONOLOGIE crew is bubbling up with a new release. This is a solo venture but entirely produced by XAV REZO, fellow Rain City rep.
This one should be out early 2013 as well (aussi, excuse my franglish) and will include plenty of featurings, bringing quality to the indie hip-hop scene, no doubt. Check the clip and any of the MICRONOLGIE clips and you'll question no longer.


SOUNDSCI
My dude in NY, Oxygen, is part of a new crew, and the most recent track is HOT!
SOUNDSCI is "Here to remind you why you fell in love with Hip-Hop." They ain't lying!
I can't elaborate too much as this collective is formed of many international groups, but I can always make it easier to find out more about the story behind the crew. Yes you should have clicked one-half of a sentence ago. Let the video and sounds soak in and you'll see why I'm excited about this crew's progression!

KING SIROKO

Another of my good associates, ZULU KING SIROKO, has put a lot of work in on his newest release,   SHOW 2 VENTS. He is a ZULU NATION-FRANCE member and also takes part in ALAKAZAM, which you'll be hearing about very soon. SIROKO is a self-professed lover of things 90, i.e. the golden age of Hip-Hop. He emcees, makes beats, and produces. Multi-tasking man of many talents, he also has some solid breaking skills (you would expect no less from a ZULU practitioner of the elements of Hip-Hop)....If you are a 90's lover, check out his latest release above. If you don't like the 90's check out his latest release above. If you think you might like the 90's check out his latest release above.

Peace and as always Respects,
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EYE FOCUS SERIES with UNCUTHIPHOP.NL founder MOHAMED

EYE FOCUS SERIES WITH UNCUT HIP-HOP FOUNDER MOHAMED

OKAY! Had to switch up the font on you to check ya'll ain't sleeping!

I am honored and excited to bring another EYE FOCUS INTERVIEW to the mix!

I met this gentleman in my first year here in France with Lord Faz while traveling to Rotterdam to do one of my first shows here in Europe, along with DJ SNIPER. It was an eye-opening and life-changing experience to really gain a taste of how similar music and life bring people together. Mohamed was very hospitable and also arranged meetings and links to a number of musicians in the scene. His family was very understanding and welcoming to us and I will treasure the moment forever. Enough teary-eyed reminiscing! This man is a pioneer and holds a LOT of wisdom and knows his HIP-HOP history well!

I hope you gain as much from this interview as I did!

We are about to take you back and forward in time....

12:51: Introduction, background etc..

MOHAMED: My name is Mohamed Halidi, founder of the website WWW.UNCUTHIPHOP.NL.

 My journey into Hip Hop started in 1984 in Le Mans (France) when I put my first step in the dance floor as a street dancer / Bboy. During this period the show H.I.P H.O.P (the French version of Yo ! MTV RAP) was on TV and I was introduce to the culture through it. Street Machine, SugarHill Gang, Grand Master Flash, Afrika Bambaataa &  & the Furious Five…were already playing in my walkman. Beat Street, Wild Style, Breakin’ were already the center of discussions at school. Especially the dance moves .

With my oldest brother and a couple of friends we start a dance crew called Sablons City Breakers.  My French teacher, who was a known poet, had a piece about Hip Hop and was invited on national TV. As our reputation was growing he brought us with him. While he was saying his poem we were dancing in the background. About 4 Millions viewers got introduced to Sablons City Breakers that day. Unfortunately shortly after the crew splitted off. We had to make some priorities in our lifes…

Still dancing and battling whoever in basements, clubs or underground parties I was also tagging my name ($mall) in every white wall I could see.

Time pass by and my interest with emceeing starts to grow. A friend introduces me to Run DMC, LL COOL J, Beastie Boys &  Public Enemy but Tribe Called Quest, Jungle Brothers & Gangstarr really got my attention when I discover them. I made my first steps in rapping with Guru as a model for his flow and the Black Power movement and Malcolm X as inspiration for my lyrics. My producer/coach at the time, was busy developing his own structure so he couldn’t really push me. I decided to stop. 

With my cousin, my brother and some friends, we start organising parties. It went on for awhile.

Around 1987 my family and I move next to Paris. My love for the Hip Hop culture never went away. 

Because of my father, the music has always took a big part in my life. As he was buying records by the pounds I slowly start crate diggin’ as well.

In 1997, I decided it was time to leave the nest and move to Rotterdam.  In 2000, I had my own radio show on the first internet radio in the country.  After one year I had an worldwide audience (France, Spain, UK,  Italy, USA, Brasil, Japan…)

During that time I was also doing promotion for clubs, organisations. My relation with the venue Nighttown was so good that I was given the opportunity to organise my own event. It will be “UNCUT” a platform for the local scene. The best of the underground artists made their way thanks to this event.

In 2005, Uncut is co-organisator of Hip Hop 4 Asia. A benefit concert for the victims of the Tsunami. 15 hip hop groups from across the country are invited to come perform. The coordination of the event and the collaboration went so good with the other organisation that it was decided to work together permantly. The foundation of Pass The Mic Events was born.

PASS THE MIC

MOHAMED: The production of large events such as Bounce pre - and after-party, premiere of the film Rize (Dave La Chapelle), and smaller party events will reveal the strength of the organisation. In 5 years the foundation succeed to have companies, associations and the Ministry to make use of his services such as productions, workshops, concepts, design, consultancy, management and bookings.

With difficult times for the cultural sector in early 2010, Uncut and the other organisation decided to end their marriage. 

Uncut become uncuthiphop.nl, a media platform doing promotion and management of artists and also  partnering with companies &  events around the world. 

*I know you all remember RIZE!

12:51: What moment in life, did you realize that Hip-Hop would become a more permanent part of your life?

MOHAMED: The moment I start dancing and later on being challenge all the time (sometimes for money) was maybe the trigger to be part of this culture.

12:51: Favorite moment in Hip-Hop.

MOHAMED: Actually I got several favorite moments (not in a particular order in time):

- one of my best friend introduce me to IAM album “Concept”. We play the tape over and over till early mornings. 

-  witnessing the last show of Tribe Called Quest.

- The concert of the Fugees in Paris. That was the longest show I’ve seen so far. They didn’t wanted to live after their set  they ended up making a soundSystem. The venue had to turn off the lights to chase them.

- Chilling with De La Soul watching Wyclef Jean perform.

- Going with Lootpack to an after-party after their show.

- Taking care of Q-tip during North Sea Jazz Festival.

- Meeting Guru in Rotterdam again. After all these years he recognized me. As a big fan of Gangstarr I enjoy  their legendary show at club Ornano in Paris. The opportunity to meet Guru present itself when he was holding a sign session at Virgin Megastore promoting his project Jazzmatazz. A release party was held at New Morning at night. On my way to the venue I bump into him again in the street. Very accessible as always Guru (and I think that’s one of the reason Gangstarr was so big)  took time to chitchat. The highlight of that day was  for me and my best friend to end up in the videoclip  “Le bien et le mal” with MC Solaar that was shooted that night. After the show we bless buddah and talk randomly. 

- going to see a dance show from one of my friend and bumping into a youngster from my old neighborhood. He told me that because of me he started dancing as well. 

*C'mon now, it's SOLAAR and GANGSTARR! You remember this, yes you do! If not, check this out!!!!

12:51: As an organizer in NL, do you feel the future of live shows is in any jeopardy due to technology and ease of access to media?

MOHAMED: What I notice is that less and less people are going to see live shows.  One of the reason could be that labels,  don’t promote artists like they used to do back then. There was a marketing campaign done and the artists only had to worry about making music. With the booming of the social medias, it seems easier for artists (or labels) to reach their fanbase, but to get them to come to their show is another story. 

Making an online flyer or creating an event on FB is not enough to get their attention.  You still need to get in the street and handle flyers directly to them. One of the other reason why people don’t show up to shows is that everybody nowadays is making music or is an mc, so why would they bother…

What really works are festivals, but the real problem is the politics in place and the “crisis” we have to deal with. 

12:51: Favorite snack combined with your favorite album (example: Parliament funkadelic and sandwich grec)

MOHAMED: Shrimps sandwich and the soundtrack of Dead Presidents

*What a classic movie! I can't believe there is NO official trailer online, but click on over to YouTube as you can find the movie in parts.

12:51: What acts in the Hip-Hop scene in NL have really made you inspired to push yourself more?

MOHAMED: The Proov, Mike Redman, GMB

*Here's a tight clip from THE PROOV


12:51: The best line from a favorite song (english, french, netherlands, any language)

 MOHAMED: "Don't gain the world and lose your soul, wisdom is better than silver or gold” – Bob Marley

12:51: Closing statement or last words...plus any links you'd like posted etc.

MOHAMED: Follow your dreams and don’t let anything or anyone come in between. Rome wasn’t built in one day, so if you fall, find the strength to rise.  

For the young generation, I would say know your history. Know who are the architects of this culture and what they did…

Give a like on uncuthiphop / Facebook

  www.uncuthiphop.nl for new music, videos from the underground scene.

*Walkmen is a documentary about the history of Hip-Hop in Rotterdam and directed by Mike Redman.




*GMB with a very fresh sound....

THANK YOU to Mohamed and UNCUT HIP-HOP for bringing wisdom and some insight on the Rotterdam scene. It was an honor to have you bring my viewers some insight and to break the stereotypes that we all too easily set upon one another. I support UNCUT and highly recommend you visit UNCUTHIPHOP.NL !
Let them put you up on what is new and fresh in the scene in NL!
In fact, I'd say you should personally further your boundaries and do some research on a few of the following artist I had the pleasure of making acquaintinces with. There is great music no matter where on this small world that you travel.

TERILEKST (Big up! Many thanks for the recording and the firecracker. DAMN!)
GRANDSON (Big up and thanks again!)
KOHFIE KONNECT
MOODS
GMB
BEATSOFREEN and SO MANY MORE!
Blessings to everyone and have a great new year!
"It don't stop..."
12:51

Wicked links on the 'net.

Quick media like I've been enjoying!

CREATIVE CONTROL
An intriguing blend of things. great shows, concepts, and most important, the format is easy to navigate.
My favorites on here are the series following LeSean Thomas, the illustrator of Boon docks amongst other works who has moved to Seoul Korea, the 24hour Karate School Series following Skibeats around the world recording new Hip-Hop talent in 24 hours, and the music videos. Fun and thought provoking.
VICE
Vice is just my type of channel. SO many different aspects of life, whether music, culture, or current events, they have you covered! Also conveniently available in multiple languages. Favorites here are Epicly Later'd for the sakte rats, Munchies and Fresh Off The Boat for the foodies, and the travel documentaries, where we are handed everyday life in some of the furthest reaches of the globe.
RED BULL
Yes, RedBull is corporate, but they have a pulse on much of the subcultures that are so popular today. Music, sports, life. Favorites are the BC One breakdance competition (I love Hip-Hop), and the extreme events that showcase today's athletes pushing the boundaries of their respective sports.
WORLDSTAR HIP HOP
Straight up ghetto, but in a good way. Hip-Hop, Hip-Hop, and Hip-Hop.
Great daily viral posts and in-depth interviews with too many artists to note.
Just go, it's fun as heck.
RICKY SHABAZZ AND THE BOOM BAP BOYS
I already did a feature on this site. Just creativity at it's finest in the visual and musical realms.
Good job guys!
THE FIND MAGAZINE
What more can I say? Danny and staff have put together an epic collection of new beats-based music to open the eyes and ears, and inform you on the cutting edge of everything pleasing to the ear.
MUST VISIT.
UNCUT HIP-HOP (NL)
My good friend Mo has it altogether here. New music, new links, and everyting Hip-Hop from the Netherlands perspective. If it's up here, it's usually fresh and flavorful. Great job MO!
MIXLAWAX
Lord Faz has assembled the quintessentiel source for online beat-based radio. Hip-Hop and breaks abound for the b-girl and b-boy in you. More shows than you can throw a ghettoblaster at!
Clean downloads and great music selection. Always makes my day easier. Favorite is the Beattrotterz show, but any show up is a definite winner.

Nope no visuals today just places to visit.
Peace and happy surfing,
12:51

Moments.

MOMENTS



Peace and many more moments,
12:51

End of the year. (Warning this post is for thinking and changing your present state of mind.)

HellO again. Greetings and salutations to one and all.
Firstly, thank YOU for continuing to accept the VIP pass into my world.
Without YOU this wouldn't be possible.

This time around I just wanted to share MY opinions about what I'd like to change in both my own life, and in the world around us. I hope you find my little quips useful and lifting to your mind and spirit. As you change for the better, only then are you able to change this world for the better.

COMPASSION, excuse me, UNDERSTANDING (OVERSTANDING)
1. Compassion is good. In fact, sincerity is great. However, I believe we should all incorporate a chunk more of some good-old fashioned understanding into our short lives.
Before jumping into the most convenient conclusion you can muster, why not take at least two breaths and attempt to OVERSEE (understanding is inferior in my opinion) the ENTIRE situation before coming to such a simple end. It is with a grand view that you will be able to see connections you hadn't seen before. It is with a grand view that you will never miss the smallest attention to detail. It is with grand view that you will truly comprehend how a system or scenario is functioning.
Yes I'm as guilty as the next person, but I'm going to try NOT jumping the gun, before shooting my two cents into an already raging bonfire. If we SEE, then we absorb. If we absorb and really take it to heart, then our perspective can change, and remember that besides time, change is one of the eternal items that continues to make the world go round.
STANDARDS
2. If you have a chore or task to be done, and you choose to place it's destiny in the hands of others, well then trust that person to do it to the best of their abilities. After all, if you can do it better, why did you pass it off in the first place. That is a waste of time and sensibility, and often leads to disagreement and dissatisfaction. Save everyone the trouble and make the efficient choice.
TRAPS
3. We don't always know where life will lead us, but we do know of consequences and effects. Just a second of research, or actually asking someone you deem as qualified, about your predicament or direction will grant you the wisdom to make an educated step. If it looks and smells like trouble, it probably is; just ask anybody.
CHANGE
4. Not trying to reiterate the point to death, but we cannot know what tomorrow holds. In our patterned and sometimes repetitive days, we should seek something that could make us uncomfortable. Why? Well, just because life REALLY is too short not to LIVE. If you try it and don't like it, then you have confirmed it 100% without a doubt. IF you let it continue to hover over your head and in your dreams, well, where do you think it will remain? Make it so, and have no regrets about it. Regrets are like opinions and a**holes; everyone has one or maybe two, on occasion.
TRUST
5. This might also fall under understanding. Trust those who trust you. Failure is NOT the end of the world and none are perfect. If someone lets you down, well maybe you should wait before thrusting
them back into that position. You don't know your or anyone else's potential, so stop the simple assumptions because that is just the most ludicrous thing you can do, period. Let's grow together, because none will win by themselves, THAT IS A FACT.

Alright I feel a little better and I hope you do too!
Now as always let's inject a little inspiration into your audio and visual senses.

Let's go way out for a second.....

One definition of that word....

Subtle and quiet movements still produce a change...

Situations are difficult but we should continue on... what is the alterantive anyway...hmmmm?

You know you got soul, so feel good.

Hard times are one half of it.

What you should show is a steady...

Well, you love yourself enough already...don't you?

And I'll let you pick the last one. ANY response to this blog is welcome. Feel free to post the last of today's 3for3for3 in the response box below. If I don't know you are there, then who does?


Peace and have a great transition into the unknown, but wonderful, thing we call the future.
12:51

* Oh, you know I can't leave well enough alone. Peace and as always Respects.

Random as well.

Peace and random days,
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Random is as random does.

NEW MUSIC for a change...


We'll start with Molts Records


MORE MOLTS RECORDS


Take two and call him in the morning....

Suhov, look him up. devastating beats but in such a subtle way. Here's a remix.

BUT I HAVEN't brought EvERYthing to the table YET!

Mighty fine table there, eh?

I can't believe there isn't smoke pouring from the tables!


Peace, Molts Records, and tabletops,
12:51
P.S. JUST LOOK.

You insert a title. Here--->________________

Peace and living Respect,
12:51

Ricky Shabazz and The Boom Bap Boys

"One time for your muh-f*cking mind"


Just some really cool concepts to go along with great tunes. I've wanted to post these for awhile but, happy I waited. Be sure to check out the huge library of videos Ricky Shabazz has created that accompanies some VERY quality music. Guilty pleasure? Maybe...or sh*t is just good. You decide.
Peace and Respect, WONTIME!
12:51

2by2by2

2by2by2
Peace and duality,
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C'mon, you know by now!

REST IN BEATS
J. DILLA!

Here's another great documentary!
Peace and Donuts,
12:51

Things I'd like to see resampled and flipped...

I challenge you producers to see if you could flip these sources!
No, really! Double dare!



 Music moves and makes us.
Life is the ultimate sample source.
RELOOP ya'll! Acknowledge the past, embrace the present, and produce your future.
Don't be afraid to switch it up.
Life is too short to settle in and get comfortable.
Break on through to the other side.
Peace and Progression,
12:51

3FOR3FOR. .. ..... .SPLASH

ONE FOR THE TREBLE

 TWO FOR THE BASS

 SMOOTH OUT THE MIDS

THEN LOCK THE TAPES

 FRESH FOR 2013, YOU SUCKAS!

AND IT WON'T STOP EVEN IF WE WANTED TO.

 AND I'M OUT LIKE A. .. ..... .
 
Peace and happy fishing,
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P.S.

RESPECTS TO YOU ALL AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS
IF YOU SUBSCRIBE TO THOSE SORT OF THINGS.
OTHERWISE, HAVE a GREAT TRANSITION. .. ..... .
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One thing we could all use a little more of...

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...I kind of like the last option the best. Especially with chocolate, although I don't think that anything is wrong with choosing any of the other options.....
Peace and as always Respect...and patience,
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GRAP LUVA

I wandered a bit but for the most part this is a solid block of GRAP LUVA.

Peace and Respect,
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p.s. no time for fakin jax

Without feedback...

...I'm just going to keep doing what I do.
3FOR you.

Do you know what it feels like to rock a stadium?

We all try to be on top...and we should!


Just let it ride. .. ..... .



Aiming for Sunday.
Peace and Saturday's Respect,
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I wanted to quickly acknowledge my crazy cool cousin who's also got a great blog going which I highly recommend!
SHARPEST KNIFE IN THE DRAWER
I can safely say he is to food what I am to music. So, go check him out! I mean he REALLY throws down, no joke! Oh and BTW, congrats to my other cousin Teresa! I swear I'm going to be the last one to have a kid in my family.....
but life goes on......

It's not unusual to chill out on...

...the weekend. Some of you may not be familiar with my "3FOR3" format. It began on Facebook as you have to literally unfold comments from underneath posts. Well here on the blog there is nothing hidden, but each group of three medias is meant to be digested as a set of three (think, appetizer, main course, and side dish), and each set will inter-relate with the others in ways that are open for interpretation, though I intend them to be connected, for my own personal reasons. So today's 3for3....think relaxation.

1 FOR 3:

2 FOR 3:









3 FOR 3:






...and that's all folks. The schedule is going to be a bit tight around these here last days of 2012, but I can promise many more EYE FOCUS interviews coming soon! I'll also be looking forward to bringing
more new media to the mix, but I'll keep a closed lip for now. So everyone have a great weekend and also a productive next week as well. That really is all we need to ask of ourselves.
Peace and Relaxation,
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