” 2016 B-Boy Morale “
When I first started HIP HOP BATTLEFIELD many moons ago (8 and a half years at this point), my plan was to include politics in the mix…But after awhile I figured it would probably be best to keep certain opinions to myself…WHY?
1..You come here for music, most of you could care less what my personal views or outlooks are…
2…You never know who is reading this shit…
3..I would rather share that type of information with COMPLETE STRANGERS only if I’m asked, to many people are quick to shove their agendas down peoples throats…
4..The internet is no place for political activism…Education and studies yes, but definitely not activism…
Anyway, I’m very thankful that I spent a huge part of my youth decoding racism, bigotry, and injustice or these recent elections would have me puzzled and confused about the reality of my surroundings as a man…I guess for some people – they truly believed we lived in a post-racial America so they are apparently falling apart at the seams…
Here is a little piece of advice to anyone reading this – stay focused, stay true to yourself, and most importantly stay human…..And if you live anywhere near the bay area make sure you come to this GFC / VENDETTA VINYL / NS event that I’m spinning at Saturday, Nov25th for a boost of B Boy morale…*Click on the photo for further analysis…
**Superb artwork by my brother KUFU ONERZ….
” Friday Firepower “
If you need a little pep in your step for your weekend shenanigans, give this DERRICK HARRIOT “Reggae, Funk & Soul” album a thorough listen…..Renditions, nonstop flavors, and heavy tunes on deck….
TRACKLIST-
1.Preacher – Black Moses 03:43
2.Chosen Few – People Makes The World Go Round 03:20
3.Derrick Harriott – Psychedelic Train 02:59
4.Crystalites – Stranger In Town 02:52
5.Karl Bryan & Crystalites – Slippery 02:53
6.Derrick Harriott – Message From A Black Man 04:13
7.Chosen Few – Am I Black Enough 03:14
8.Bongo Herman & Les – Home Sweet Home 02:34
9.Bongo Herman & Les – Hail I 03:50
10.Pat Satchmo – A Handful Of Friends 03:16
11.I Roy – Tougher Than Tough 03:11
12.Derrick Harriott – Brown Baby 04:05
13.Crystal Generation – Hell Below 02:23
14.Ramon & Crystalites – Golden Chickens 02:44
15.Chosen Few – Going Back Home 03:08
16.Noel Brown – Phoenix 02:14
17.Kingstonians – Right From Wrong 03:23
18.Chosen Few – I’m Sorry 02:27
19.Kim Harriott – Just Want To Be Your Joy 02:40
20.Junior Murvin – Rescue The Children 03:45
” Scratch Overdose : 20 “
The winner of the IDA (International DJ Association) scratch battle is DJ PROLIFIX…Please check out this clip of him going for broke with an avalanche of nasty patterns, hand styles, funk, and all that other wild shit!!!!
If this doesn’t inspire you to get your cut game together, I don’t know what will..
The 2016 Scratch Category Champion: DJ Prolifix
2nd Place: Kurteek
3rd Place: FlipFlop
Judges: Excess, Toadstyle, DStyles
Prize Sponsored By:
Mixars
The Beat Junkies
Kutter
Battle Avenue
Many thanks to everyone who supported our return to the United States! 2017 is around the corner which means..IDA USA is comin’ to your city.
” DOC TC5 : Jewelry “
I noticed that I have been posting a gang of podcast lately, so this will be my only one this week…This is a motherfucking doozy – the legend from TC5 Doc (Arab) popped up on the LEGENDS THURSDAY GRAFF podcast for a insane amount of jewel dropping….Highly recommended…
“Episode 106 is with Doc TC5. This is the first of two episodes with him. We recorded this one in Manhattan the second one near Brooklyn. He’s got so many good stories and really shows you how dope he is. The history you’ll hear from him is awe striking. Stories from the perspective of a writer who was there. From the start of this project I’ve said “the person who will be able to tell their story the best will obviously be them.” Doc brought up a really good point in this episode. It’s strange how some documentarians get more attention than the actual artists who did the work. It’s a fine line to dance when you think about who deserves the respect and spotlight. Thanks again to Doc. The song he picked was The Roots – What They Do (Instrumental) and don’t forget to check out the flicks he sent that are on the website. He’s also got a lot of historical graffiti pictures on his IG so check that out too. (On this particular day I was really under the weather, so bear with me on that.) Cycle was nice enough to hook this up.”
” Imam Thug Speaks “
IMAM THUG & AYATOLLAH are the recent special guest on the DROP A GEM show out in Queens NYC…This is hands down the most thorough interview I have ever heard from IMAM so do yourself a favor and check in cuzzo…
I make an appearance at the 1:40:13 mark to discuss the upcoming BOXCUTTER BROTHERS album, and all types of other shit…HAHAHAH..
” Byrdland : Filthy Mixtape “
Alright folks here is a exclusive blast courtesy of my dude ARCHITECT….The “FILTHY” mixtape features BYRDLAND on the mic device, ARCHITECT on the production with legendary MISTA SINISTA on the wheels of steel..30 minutes of lo-fi, dusty sequences on deck!!!!!!
” Flick Of The Day “
HOLY SMOKES…
My cuzzo KHUFU ONERZ (The man responsible for all of the GMV artwork) is relentless when it comes to catching massive wreck on the field…No repeated fill ins, no repeated outlines, no repeated color schemes, no nonsense – just unpredictable master craftsmanship….
This piece was dedicated to our brother PRIZE ONE who was taken away from us before his time, unfortunately…REST IN PAINT, we will never forget you…
” Tone Liv : Housing Authority “
GREEN LLAMA / TEAM TALL CANS repper TONE LIV is on the verge of releasing another project in November…Here is the first leak with producer LATE BLOOMER…
PEEP…
” New Shit On Deck “
I’m digging this new joint by AL.DIVINO “Villains In Villas”, but I have to admit that it carries a heavy ROC MARCIANO, WSG, HUS KINGPIN vibe which isn’t necessarily a bad thing…..
Do yourself a favor and peep his Soundcloud page for more treats..
” DF : Rainy Day Mix “
Since it’s currently raining cats & dogs here in Vietnam, California I might as well post up this DOPE FOLKS “Rainy Day Blunted Mix”….It’s not really a mix per se (I didn’t notice any blends or doubles whatsoever), but it is loaded with plenty under the radar joints that deserve repeated listens…
“Armed & Dangerous : DJ Duke “
Here is a new mixtape by DJ DUKE that flexes a few selections that will activate your Hip Hop antennae…
CHECK IN…
” Scratch Overdose 19 “
The IDA scratch battle qualifications are currently under way…I have spotted all types of nasty patterns, but I have to admit that most of these dudes are cutting over straight up garbage beats!!!
On that note, peep this recent clip of BEPASS going berserk mode with the hand styles..FRESH IS THE WORD (If you can get past the awful production once again).
” 2016 Rockets “
Toronto, Canada rhyme slinger DANIEL SON has been releasing note worthy material for the last few years at this point….On “Don Sanzarelli” he flexes an avalanche of disgruntled bars (Which we appreciate on this side)….Beat by Giallo Point.
” Big Meridox : 7th Division EP “
Monday is already here, so it’s only right that I jump start your week with some under the radar momentum….BIG MERIDOX & RA STONE come equipped with a few heaters on the “7TH DIVISION EP” that dropped awhile back, give it a listen troopers…
PEEP…
” Bronx Grimiest : Repost “
It’s been awhile since I have heard any new material from the FREESTYLE PROFESSORS, so it’s only right that I transport you back to 2007 when the HEAVY LISTENING SHOW out in France paid tribute to FP with this session…
TRACKLISTING-
1- Intro
2- Hear what I hear
3- Down with the Freestyle Professors (Showbiz remix)
4- Rap Mathematician
5- Hot Damn!
6- Steppin’ on roaches
7- Your pockets been picked
8- Corporate America
9- Sweet Tooth
10- Interlude
11- Take it back
12- A lil sum’ em sum’ em
13- Testify (exclusive)
15- Dear Hip Hop
16- Pelon iz on da set
17- Flow time
18- The hardcore villain
19- Let me tell you something (exclusive)
20- Outro
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