Thursday, 24 December 2009
Wednesday, 23 December 2009
Share Some Xmas Love
http://soundcloud.com/frankofraize/much-malinged
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Logan Sama Show Dedicated To NE
If you need the link to logan then fix up. Here it is anyway
www.kube.totalkiss.com - search Logan in the box
Bare Grime Mixtapes For Free
http://www.blimeyworld.net/PromoSpot/
Monday, 21 December 2009
BBK On Westwood
the set they did on Logan is well worth a listen too. Only vid i can find is a condensed edited version so im gonna wait for SBTV to upload the official video then post it. This is worth a look tho. Especially cos Skepta drops some new bars
Friday, 18 December 2009
Cyclonious Interview
FRANKO FRAIZE
Supporting real Hip-Hop!
http://www.frankofraize.blogspot.com/
Thank you for taking your time out to do this exclusive interview.
What’s your name and where you from?
Cyclonious. I am from east London
What releases have you had out to date?
So far I have Cyclonious The Natural Disaster volumes 1,2 and 3. Rise To The Top the EP. Heroes For Hire and Poetically Scripted.
What’s your favourite part of being a rapper/MC?
Being able to relate to people through speech. Also being witty with the delivery
What do you think you bring to the table as an MC?
I bring refreshing music, lyrics, vibes, points of view and originality.
If you was not involved in music what do you think you would be doing?
Im a peoples person so I think id be working within the community with the people, like youth work or the council.
Let’s talk about your current project. When’s it out? Can you tell who is involved?
It’s called Poetically Scripted. It’s out now. People involved are Dj Ames, Opio Omega, Duby, English, Young Jason aka Benji
So what type of music do you listen to mostly?
I enjoy all kinds of music. Every type has a good cause. I more listen to Hip Hop, reggae and a little soul or rare groove
Where would you like to see yourself 5 years from now?
I would like to see my self still making real music and still being relevant in today’s world.
What have you been most proud of in your career so far?
My pleasure comes from being creative in making songs and seeing the response from the general public who watch and listen to all I do. Either at live shows or the messages they leave me on my websites.
If you could pick one producer to work with in the world who would it be and why?
Dam there are so many talented people out there, but if I really had to choose it would have to be the late great J.Dilla. To this day his productions and songs help me to get into a good zone where I can be focused.
What’s your opinion on the current state of the charts?
It’s in a terrible state of affairs right now. You don’t have to be talented to have a song out. You have things like auto tune that you can use on peoples vocals who cant sing to make it sound like they can.
How do you view Hip-Hop right about now?
Hip Hop right now is a joke. Hip Hop used to be for the people and by the people. Nowadays we can see the agenda has changed. Major labels only sign artist’s if they talk about money, murder and sex. Don’t get me wrong there are still many artist like my self who have a lot more to talk about. We just don’t get the same marketing and promotion.
Would you like to see yourself in the top ten?
A few years ago I would have said yes. Right now I would just like for people to have a copy of my material and to enjoy the Cyclonious movement.
What is your opinion on the current UK music scene?
The scene is very closed and egotistical from my experiences. I think its not what you know it’s who you know. There is many talented people in the UK that haven’t been discovered yet while the weak non talented artsit’s are put as the UK’s leading.
What’s next for you as an artist?
Well at the moment I have a single which will be released in Feb 2010. It is the first single from my debut album ‘The Revival’ which will also be released in 2010. I have also finished a EP with Duby called Army Of Two. I am not sure on the release date for that project. Last and no means least, Heroes For Hire 2 which also is in debate for its release.
Okay before you go please tell us how we can get your music and how people can get in touch with you.
You can get in touch with me on www.myspace.com/cyclonious www.cyclonious.com you can get my music on www.dittomusic.com
Peace
Thursday, 17 December 2009
Wednesday, 16 December 2009
ROOTS AND CULTURE - Thursday
Scorcher Paper View
Giggs Feat Shola Ama
Tuesday, 15 December 2009
Evil B AKA Blive - Modern Warfare
More Wiley Beef?
Anyway here is a brief reply to wiley. He also says bout Jan 1st. Dunno if it means anything. Basically i felt like blogging something so i put this up in case a saga occurs. Personally i think its something over nothing
Go Buy These Now!
FOR ONLY £2 YOU CAN HELP THE APPEAL!
First of all there is a widespread internet campaign to get Rage Against the Machine - Killing in The Name Of to number 1 for xmas. this is a protest vote against xfactor releasing the winners single in time for xmas number one every year. There used to be a big race and competition to see who would get number one however xfactor have ruined all this. anyway to cut a long story short buy Rage out of protest and lets see it get number 1.
The other to buy is Boy Better Know - Going In. This tune is heavy. Its a grime tune with commercial appeal. I definatly want to see this do well. It would be a massive look for the scene and be good to hear JME, Skepta, Frisco, Jammer on radio 1 on a regular basis. This is how the doors open. Support the singles.
Friday, 11 December 2009
Scorzayzee Interview
Well worth a listen
Skip to about 1:04
gives a good insight into Scorzayzee for those who aint heard of him.
LISTEN HERE
Scorzayzee - Free Mixtape
Get Free Mixtape Here:
http://www.getnottz.co.uk/
Thursday, 10 December 2009
Bless Beats Signs The Line
Dont Flop - Truth v Scizzahs
The battle is heavy. features a mate of mine 'Truth'. Massive props to truth. Big battle.
Dont Flop UK V US
The event looks massive. If you cant make it then im sure it will be uploaded on youtube.
Also have a look at previous Dont Flop battles on youtube.
Oh and watch Eurgh representing the UK here
Wednesday, 9 December 2009
The 140 Show Tonight
Myself and Dj IC return with the 140 show tonight 6-8 on http:/www.livestream.com/dddnb. Lyrical T probably be in the building too. I aint heard from him yet but i think he is reaching. There should be a little live set too. Tracklist is done and looking big.
TUNE IN
www.livestream.com/dddnb
Trim + Plastician
Massive set
Tuesday, 8 December 2009
Back To The Sagas Release Date
Certified banger have a good post on this. I dont want to just copy his blog so head over there for more details
www.certifiedbanger.blogspot.com
I Smell A Return Of Scratchy
Anyway here he is with Wiley on Rinse
Monday, 7 December 2009
New Shop Additions
Out Today - Go Buy It
Rago Magazine Free Downloads
IF YOU HAVE A FREE DOWNLOAD PROJECT YOU NEED ON RAGO MAGAZINE THEN GET IN TOUCH!
WE NEED FRONT COVER ARTWORK, TRACKLISTING & DOWNLOAD LINK.
UPLOAD FREE AUDIO HERE
Interview - TrapSTAR
For the first of my interviews I hooked up with US Rapper TrapSTAR. He told us about his views on the UK Scene, his thoughts on success and what he brings to the table......
FRANKO FRAIZE
Supporting real Hip-Hop!
http://www.frankofraize.blogspot.com/
Thank you for taking your time out to do this exclusive interview.
What’s your name and where you from?
TrapSTAR & I’m from Greenville, SC
What releases have you had out to date?
So far this year I’ve dropped In Tune Wit My Star Player with DJ Dyce & DJ Cannon Banyon hosted by Charlamagne the God. It has over 5,000 downloads and still counting.
What’s your favourite part of being a rapper/MC?
My favorite part I think is the creative process. Being able to go into the studio and make hot songs. Because in the studio is just you and that mic. So its like your safe haven away from the social networking and all that.
What do you think you bring to the table as an MC?
What I bring to the game is the South Carolina untold story. It seems like everyone has a cousin, aunt or somebody they are related to in SC. But I bring some energy to the game with my versatility and ability to cover a variety of subjects based on experience.
If you was not involved in music what do you think you would be doing?
If I wasn’t in music I’d probably be deeper in the streets. Music has been a balancer in life for me. And just growing up a little bit makes me a lot more involved with my career now.
Let’s talk about your current project. When’s it out? Can you tell who is involved?
The current project is called “WORK FOR HIRE” and its with DJ Chuck T. This CD is a street album because we went with all original production. The bulk of that was handled by DJAY CAS my producer. Stupid Dope Moves is the label and we’re just going to make this big as we possibly can for the state of South Carolina.
It will be out on December 29, 2009 so stay posted on www.djchuckt.com and my blog www.extragrindtrapstar.blogspot.com for more information. If you are a fan of hot lyrics over tight production then this is what you been waiting for.
So what type of music do you listen to mostly?
Honestly I listen to all the old classics...2Pac, Dre, Snoop, NWA, BIG, Jay, T.I., Wayne when he rappin out his mind minus all the singing.
Where would you like to see yourself 5 years from now?
5 years from now I honestly see myself handling the careers of other artists as well as my own because I know how difficult it is to get on. So I wanna be the guy who can help save hot talent the years of getting the runaround. I see myself as a powerful artist in the industry in 5 years as well earning the respect of those I looked up to for so many years. And the best part of it all is I’ll still be humble along the way.
What have you been most proud of in your career so far?
I’m proud of hooking up with Stupid Dope Moves and collaborating with Paul Wall on the single “SC 2 TX” which has over 18,000 downloads and has been receiving radio & club play all over South Carolina.
If you could pick one producer to work with in the world who would it be and why?
DJAY CAS, because we’ve created a sound that I think will introduce the music industry to South Carolina. No disrespect to any other producers but I’m from the streets and I learned the loyalty lesson early in life.
What’s your opinion on the current state of the charts?
At this point I think everyone is still just getting the grasp and data they need to get a understanding of the digital market. I think you’ll record a song then the label will mix it and have it available for download a day or two later that’s where I see it going. But now its very easy to put your songs in the same online marketplace as your competitors as a Indie. Thats the beauty of the new age digital game.
How do you view Hip-Hop right about now?
I still think the wrong people are in power still and thats why things have travelled downhill. Time for some new blood in the offices a lot of the top dawgs are getting old and they aren’t hip enough to think for todays market.
Would you like to see yourself in the top ten?
I’m going to see myself in the top ten because I’m going to work like I’m already there.
What is your opinion on the current UK music scene?
I like the fact that its wide open and they just don’t follow whats mainstream. Thats why I’m glad these interview opportunity’s were placed in front of me. This exposes me to the diehard fans overseas.
What’s next for you as an artist?
I think just establishing myself as someone who can come in and compete, WIN, and stay in the game for the long haul and go on to make that Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Master P money.
Okay before you go please tell us how we can get your music and how people can get in touch with you.
First off again thanks for this opportunity to do this interview. You can talk to me directly on Twitter @TrapSTAR1. You can also catch me on My Space (www.myspace.com/trapstar25) My personal blog www.extragrindtrapstar.blogspot.com and any other needs my manager Jah for We Got This ENT wegotthisent@yahoo.com GOD bless everybody...shout out to my group Dem ExtraGrind Boiz (Vino, CP, DuffleBag Bruce & Big Money)
Interviewing Artists
Also if your an artist and fancy a little interview just drop me an email at:
frankofrazie@hotmail.co.uk
Friday, 4 December 2009
Not A Good Look for Grime
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Wiley Rinse Freestyle
Wretch 32 F64
F64 is a big new feature from SBTV that gets big mcs to go in. I been impressed with most the F64s so far. this one is up with the best
Anyway Wretch goes in properly. He has bars and not all on swaggertastic im flossing vibe. He got bare quotables on this. goes deep too.
one my favourite bars 'im the only man that ever cried with my chin up'
Dynamite Mc and DJ Primecuts
Massive shout to Certified Banger for this. Basically i have straight robbed the post off him. Its all supporting a good cause tho and helps get good music heard. Anyway here some freeness from DJ Primecuts. The mixtape is called 'WARNING' On a Dubstep/reggae Dub Vibe. Its FREE its BIG and its Dynamite. Go Cop It
DOWNLOAD 'WARNING' FREE FROM BANDCAMP
Scorcher - Dark Knight
Schorchers mixtape Concrete Jungle is Out now. Go cop It. I recon I will this week.
Thursday, 3 December 2009
BBC Suffolk Representing
Definatly a massive look!
BBC Suffolk Supporting Properly!
New Ghetts
Wednesday, 2 December 2009
New Track feat Lyrical T
Please Listen to the tune and download the mixtape
Stream 'Blood Of The Earth' - HERE
Download On The Radar Vol 5 - HERE
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Dubbledge Downloads
Dubbledge is back with a new project entitled ‘One Inch Punch’. It seems like a million years ago since Dubbledge’s 2007 debut album ‘The Richest Man In Babylon’ on the well-respected Lowlife Records, but trust us its been the worth the wait. This pre-album mixtape sees Dubbledge pay homage to the golden era of rap as he takes us back to the early nineties with beats jacked from Method Man, Black Moon, Dr Dre and Snoop, Group Home, Raekwon, Jeru Da Damaja and many more.
This release shows us why Dubbledge is an artist that everyone is talking about. Lyrically he is unique as he attacks subject matters with string opinions and views, whilst always adding his own unique humor. Here we get a collection of tracks that every real Hip-Hop fan happy! Releases like this make you proud to be British!
Check out these two FREE tracks and then get your money out and buy a copy of ‘One Inch Punch’. This is one of the best and most important homegrown releases of 2009. Please don’t sleep on Dubbledge and get ready for the new album coming sooner than you think!
Dubbledge 'Juice' Feat Kyza: http://bln.kr/2RJ
Dubbledge '09 Til Infinity': http://bln.kr/2RI
On The Radar 5 Download Now
DOWNLOAD ON THE RADAR VOL 5