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THE PHARCYDE’s – “Runnin” (Prod. By J Dilla) Has Latin Roots. LISA FORD’S Ipod Pick
"RUNNIN' by THE PHARCYDE with J. DILLA's masterful production, frees my mind and takes me to a happy place. From the chorus to Slim Kid Tre's harmonic lyrical freestyle in the middle of the song, you can literally get high off this hit without drinking or smoking anything. "RUNNIN" is the first single from The Pharcyde's second album "Labcabincalifornia" in 1995. I wish this song was an hour long so I could just mellow out to it forever on repeat.
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MACK WILDS – “Own It” (Music Video!!) LISA FORD’S Ipod Pick
Actor Tristan Wilds aka MACK WILD, known for his role of Michael Lee on the critically-acclaimed HBO series "The Wire", is now focusing on music. His first single, "Own It", is a surefire hit from his upcoming album, "New York:Love Story". Wilds is signed with Grammy Award-winning producer Salaam Remi’s (who’s worked with powerhouses like The Fugees to Amy Winehouse) 'Louder Than Life' label. This song is dope, one of a kind., a nice club song, and cool music to listen to. I love the…
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ICE CUBE – Sasquatch (New Music!) VIDEO
Ice Cube Is Back . Gangsta Rap Is Back. Ice Cube's new hit, "Sasquatch" is off of his soon-to-be-released new album , "Everythang's Corrupt" from Lench Mob Records.
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TLC – “Meant To Be” (New Music) !!
I really like the vocals... this is classic TLC! The group stuck to their original sound and original formula. Slowly by surely TLC is making a comeback, as they appeared on J. Cole's hit, "Crooked Smile" and recently performed at the iHeart Radio Music festival in Las Vegas. Their new joint, “Meant To Be.” is co-written by Ne-Yo, and the first new single from their upcoming "20" album. Crazy Sexy Cool - The legacy continues...
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LAURYN HILL – “Consumerism ” (New Music) !!
LAURYN HILL has always been a political rapper whose music carried strong social messages and 'Consumerism' is no different. Hill throws a focus on "ism" through her powerful lyricism on this track, a beat that is reminiscent of that 'Fugee' flow from back in the day. Hill's voice is animated as she speaks on skepticism, modernism, hedonism, fascism, hypnotism, secularism, ageism, sexism, egotism, etc. That passion we all know her for is heightened in her new song off of her upcoming "Letters From Exile" project,…
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Guess Who’s Back!?! EMINEM’s New Album, “MMLP2” & New Single – “Berzerk” (VIDEO)
Considered one of the best MC's in the game, EMINEM has decided to grace the world of hip hop with a new hardcore rap album titled, "MMLP2". It's named after Eminem’s classic 2000 album, “Marshal Mathers LP,” and is set to be released November the 5th! 'MMLP2' is Eminem's first album since 2010’s Grammy-winning “Recovery,” and he gave us a little taste with his first single cleverly called, "Berzerk". Take a listen.....
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JHENO AIKO – Debuts ‘Bed Peace’ – Acapella (VIDEO)
JHENE AIKO is my favorite artist right now, in part because we both are heavily inspired by the music and poetry of Tupac Shakur. Aiko states, “He’s (Pac) like an icon for speaking your mind and being you, even if it’s controversial. He’s been a big inspiration for me just to stick to who I am and to actually stand for something through music.” And this is partly why her music resonates with so many people. Aiko also has a musical gene, and an incredible…
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JAY Z – “Magna Carta Holy Grail” (Full Album Leak)
Jay Z has put out an extremely dope album. "Magna Carta Holy Grail" is "The Black Album" on steroids. This sh*t is so hot, til I don't even have words for it. The production is sick.. every track. I'm having multiple eargasms right now listening to it. "Magna Carta Holy Grail" is what hip hop is all about. Damn! I SALUTE YOU HOVA!! F8cking hot!!!!
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SCARFACE – “2 The Beat” (from the ‘Dopeman Music’ Mixtape) Lisa Ford’s Top IPOD Pick (VIDEO)
SCARFACE, the REAL King of the South, dropped a bonafide classic album that remains in heavy rotation on my Ipod. He's certainly one of my top 10 rappers of all time. Lyrically, Scarface sets the bar that is rarely matched. Case in point, this '2 The Beat' joint. It's raw unadulterated hip hop...no autotunes or studio tricks, just a classic flow embedded in classic storytelling. I hope everyone had a chance to download the 'Dopeman Music' album because Face brutally murders this beat and all…
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J. COLE ft. NAS – “LET NAS DOWN (REMIX)” NEW MUSIC!
This is just a quick post sharing that new NAS & J. COLE joint. Nas is the Rapper of Rappers, and he always surprises me with how lyrically nice he's getting with age. Relevance, intelligence, elegance, Nas embodies what Hip Hop should be appreciated for. The original version of this song sent a chill up my spine due to the honesty. This version warmed my heart. Glad Nas received it well and threw a verse on it of reassurance. This is great stuff. Props
