I got a new interview online for a blog called hip hop shizzle (http://www.hiphopshizzle.wordpress.com/). I think its a fairly good interview to be honest. im happy bout it. Have a read if ya can:
Introduce yourself and tell the world who you are and what you stand for…
My name is Franko Fraize. Im an English MC/Rapper from a town called Thetford and I represent East Anglia. Basically I believe I bring the type of rhymes that everyday people can relate to. I talk about what I see and what inspires me and I seem to get a good reception for it.
Let’s talk about your latest project. Who produced it, who features, where can people grab it and what seem to be the most popular tracks?
2009 saw the release of my first official outing on a CD. It was an EP with another rapper from my town called Lyrical T and the EP was called ‘Something In The Making’. The EP was produced by DJ IC and featured production from Dillijence and Redeye. Redeye also featured on a verse on a track on there. Its getting good praise and the numbers so far have been really.....
READ FULL INTERVIEW HERE
Tuesday, 12 January 2010
Monday, 11 January 2010
A Big 2009 Wrap Up
The mighty Mystro does a UK version of wat US rapper Skillz does. He wrapped up the events of 2009 and Mystro done him proud. This is definatly one to watch. Goes through a lot of events that were in or affected the UK rap scene.
Enjoy
Enjoy
January Sale On Hoodlem Site
To keep up with UK shopping traditions there is a January Sale on the hoodlem shop. this means u can get a copy of the best EP of 2010 'Something In The Making' for only £3.90 including P+P. Thats £3.90!!!
Its only gonna be on thru January and if you miss out on this then you will be dissapointed so go cop it now!!!
www.hoodlem.bigcartel.com
Safe!!!!!!
Its only gonna be on thru January and if you miss out on this then you will be dissapointed so go cop it now!!!
www.hoodlem.bigcartel.com
Safe!!!!!!
Thorotracks
This is a new production outfit that Tricksta put me on to. Definatly sounding big and well worth a listen.
Thorotracks Feat Shabaam Sahdeeq & Mic Geronimo
'Deadly Combination'
(Taken from the Thorotracks album ‘The Saga Continues’)
http://www.sendspace.com/pro/dl/let8ib
Links to more here:
http://www.thorotracks.com/
http://www.myspace.com/shabaamsahdeeq
http://www.myspace.com/mgeronimo
Thorotracks Feat Shabaam Sahdeeq & Mic Geronimo
'Deadly Combination'
(Taken from the Thorotracks album ‘The Saga Continues’)
http://www.sendspace.com/pro/dl/let8ib
Links to more here:
http://www.thorotracks.com/
http://www.myspace.com/shabaamsahdeeq
http://www.myspace.com/mgeronimo
Chipz Da General Interview
Got an Interview here with New York rapper 'Chipz Da General'. Chipz gives me an insight into whats going on for him in the music game and wats coming up.
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?
Chipz Da General and I’m From The Bronx, N.Y
What releases have you had out to date?
I have put out 4 projects. Leader Of The New Skool Vol. 1, The Son Of Hip Hip-The Resurrection, Salute The General Vol. 1 Hosted By DJ Bedtyme357, and Recession Proof The Street Album.
What’s your favourite part of being a rapper/MC?
Doing shows and creating the music. I love it!
What do you think you bring to the table as an MC?
Hip Hop back to the essence. What the games been lacking. I’m bringing my story.
If you was not involved in music what do you think you would be doing?
Honestly dead or in jail! Music was my escape route. I needed something else to focus on other than the streets. I was glad I was able to make that transition before it was to late. I needed to better my life and wanted to do it a legal way. I gave up on my hoop dreams. I’m just happy music saved my life.
Let’s talk about your current project. When’s it out? Can you tell who is involved?
I’m working on various projects at the moment. The Leak mixtape Hosted by DJ E Double drops during the Christmas holidays. Salute The General Vol. 2 Hosted By DJ Ames Drops after the new year settles. A untitled mixtape Hosted By DJ Jus And “From The Block To The Radio” My debut album/film dropping in the 1st quarter of 2010. Expect great collab’s and excellent production on every project!
So what type of music do you listen to mostly?
Hip Hop and R&B. I do a little jazz and a little rock here and there.
Where would you like to see yourself 5 years from now?
I definitely would love to see myself on top of the Forbes list.
What have you been most proud of in your career so far?
Everything I have done to get me here today!
If you could pick one producer to work with in the world who would it be and why?
If I had to pick any producer outside the “M.U.P Production Squad” I would have to go with The Neptunes or a Dr. Dre beat..
What’s your opinion on the current state of the charts?
I guess I’m ok with it for now. There are artist still out selling. Now it’s my turn to add my name to the charts!
How do you view Hip-Hop right about now?
I feel like it needs a new boss. It needs some fresh blood put in to it. It’s alright for now but come 2010. Change has come.
Would you like to see yourself in the top ten?
Who wouldn’t? I believe I belong there though!
What is your opinion on the current UK music scene?
I love it. I love the over sea’s market! They appreciate the music much more!
What’s next for you as an artist?
The Leak Hosted By DJ E Double, Salute The General Vol. 2 Hosted by DJ Ames. And a Untitled Mixtape Hosted By DJ Jus followed by “From The Block To The Radio” my debut album/movie. Then we got other M.U.P artist projects dropping! It’s so many things coming out of this M.U.P Camp!
Okay before you go please tell us how we can get your music and how people can get in touch with you.
ITunes, Amazon, and Etc other internet outlets.
For Booking, Hosting, and Features Contact: Mupmusicgroup@gmail.com
www.TheRealChipz.Blogspot.com
www.Reverbnation.com/ChipzDaGeneral
www.Myspace.com/ChipzDaGeneral
www.Facebook.com/chipzmusicblast
www.Twitter.com/ChipzDaGeneral
www.Myspace.com/Mupmusicgroup
www.Tha-Movement.Ning.Com
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?
Chipz Da General and I’m From The Bronx, N.Y
What releases have you had out to date?
I have put out 4 projects. Leader Of The New Skool Vol. 1, The Son Of Hip Hip-The Resurrection, Salute The General Vol. 1 Hosted By DJ Bedtyme357, and Recession Proof The Street Album.
What’s your favourite part of being a rapper/MC?
Doing shows and creating the music. I love it!
What do you think you bring to the table as an MC?
Hip Hop back to the essence. What the games been lacking. I’m bringing my story.
If you was not involved in music what do you think you would be doing?
Honestly dead or in jail! Music was my escape route. I needed something else to focus on other than the streets. I was glad I was able to make that transition before it was to late. I needed to better my life and wanted to do it a legal way. I gave up on my hoop dreams. I’m just happy music saved my life.
Let’s talk about your current project. When’s it out? Can you tell who is involved?
I’m working on various projects at the moment. The Leak mixtape Hosted by DJ E Double drops during the Christmas holidays. Salute The General Vol. 2 Hosted By DJ Ames Drops after the new year settles. A untitled mixtape Hosted By DJ Jus And “From The Block To The Radio” My debut album/film dropping in the 1st quarter of 2010. Expect great collab’s and excellent production on every project!
So what type of music do you listen to mostly?
Hip Hop and R&B. I do a little jazz and a little rock here and there.
Where would you like to see yourself 5 years from now?
I definitely would love to see myself on top of the Forbes list.
What have you been most proud of in your career so far?
Everything I have done to get me here today!
If you could pick one producer to work with in the world who would it be and why?
If I had to pick any producer outside the “M.U.P Production Squad” I would have to go with The Neptunes or a Dr. Dre beat..
What’s your opinion on the current state of the charts?
I guess I’m ok with it for now. There are artist still out selling. Now it’s my turn to add my name to the charts!
How do you view Hip-Hop right about now?
I feel like it needs a new boss. It needs some fresh blood put in to it. It’s alright for now but come 2010. Change has come.
Would you like to see yourself in the top ten?
Who wouldn’t? I believe I belong there though!
What is your opinion on the current UK music scene?
I love it. I love the over sea’s market! They appreciate the music much more!
What’s next for you as an artist?
The Leak Hosted By DJ E Double, Salute The General Vol. 2 Hosted by DJ Ames. And a Untitled Mixtape Hosted By DJ Jus followed by “From The Block To The Radio” my debut album/movie. Then we got other M.U.P artist projects dropping! It’s so many things coming out of this M.U.P Camp!
Okay before you go please tell us how we can get your music and how people can get in touch with you.
ITunes, Amazon, and Etc other internet outlets.
For Booking, Hosting, and Features Contact: Mupmusicgroup@gmail.com
www.TheRealChipz.Blogspot.com
www.Reverbnation.com/ChipzDaGeneral
www.Myspace.com/ChipzDaGeneral
www.Facebook.com/chipzmusicblast
www.Twitter.com/ChipzDaGeneral
www.Myspace.com/Mupmusicgroup
www.Tha-Movement.Ning.Com
Logic - Gaberlunzie: The Ancient One
Got a big new FREE release here from a UK rapper called LOGIC. Logic has done things in the past with Lowkey and has a real meaning to his raps. Definatly someone to take note of:
LOGIC ‘Gaberlunzie: The Ancient One'
Labelled as a 'rapper' by society, Logic is an artist that’s main aim is to promote a positive message through his music. Born and raised in Brixton, South London, UK he grew up in a poverty driven environment. He is affiliated with the infamous PDC but his solo career really began when he performed at the well-respected record shop 'Deal Real Records' which used to be located in Carnaby Street. This is where he first performed to a crowd and the response he received was so good it gave him the confidence to continue on his path. Since then he has supported the likes of KRS-ONE, Immortal Technique and Saigon to name a few. As Logic continued to write new tracks and perform he joined forces with well known lyricist and recording artist Lowkey and together formed a duo called 'New World Order'.
This project had a strong concept with the whole idea being based around the feeling of us as a nation and planet need to realise the powers that be and have a plan. Logic is also the general in the 'Peoples Army', a movement of like-minded people making quality lyrical Hip-Hop. Now in 2010, Logic unleashes his latest project 'Gaberlunzie: The Ancient One’ which is absolutely FREE! That’s right people; here is a collection of superb music that actually makes you feel proud to be British!!
01 - The Birth Of A Gaberlunzie (Intro)
02 - My Life
03 - I Love
04 - Just Be You Feat Vally & BlaxNova
05 - The Score
06 - Here Now Feat Lowkey & Spells
07 - A Digital Age (Interlude)
08 - Money
09 - Falling
10 - Earth, Wind & Fire - Fantasy (Interlude)
11 - Making Love
12 - The Way I Look At Life Feat Prodigal Son
13 - Cloudy Day
14 - Plenty More Fish Feat Crow & Sty
15 - Letter To My Girl
16 - All That I Feel
17 - The Way We Live
18 - Tell Me Something
19 - Wanna Be Free Feat Vally
20 - Mum
DOWNLOAD LINK:
www.sendspace.com/file/0cu6w3
MAKE SURE YOU CHECK OUT:
www.myspace.com/chosenlogic
www.youtube.com/user/chosenlogic
www.myspace.com/thepeoplesarmy2008
www.thepeoplesarmy.org
LOGIC ‘Gaberlunzie: The Ancient One'
Labelled as a 'rapper' by society, Logic is an artist that’s main aim is to promote a positive message through his music. Born and raised in Brixton, South London, UK he grew up in a poverty driven environment. He is affiliated with the infamous PDC but his solo career really began when he performed at the well-respected record shop 'Deal Real Records' which used to be located in Carnaby Street. This is where he first performed to a crowd and the response he received was so good it gave him the confidence to continue on his path. Since then he has supported the likes of KRS-ONE, Immortal Technique and Saigon to name a few. As Logic continued to write new tracks and perform he joined forces with well known lyricist and recording artist Lowkey and together formed a duo called 'New World Order'.
This project had a strong concept with the whole idea being based around the feeling of us as a nation and planet need to realise the powers that be and have a plan. Logic is also the general in the 'Peoples Army', a movement of like-minded people making quality lyrical Hip-Hop. Now in 2010, Logic unleashes his latest project 'Gaberlunzie: The Ancient One’ which is absolutely FREE! That’s right people; here is a collection of superb music that actually makes you feel proud to be British!!
01 - The Birth Of A Gaberlunzie (Intro)
02 - My Life
03 - I Love
04 - Just Be You Feat Vally & BlaxNova
05 - The Score
06 - Here Now Feat Lowkey & Spells
07 - A Digital Age (Interlude)
08 - Money
09 - Falling
10 - Earth, Wind & Fire - Fantasy (Interlude)
11 - Making Love
12 - The Way I Look At Life Feat Prodigal Son
13 - Cloudy Day
14 - Plenty More Fish Feat Crow & Sty
15 - Letter To My Girl
16 - All That I Feel
17 - The Way We Live
18 - Tell Me Something
19 - Wanna Be Free Feat Vally
20 - Mum
DOWNLOAD LINK:
www.sendspace.com/file/0cu6w3
MAKE SURE YOU CHECK OUT:
www.myspace.com/chosenlogic
www.youtube.com/user/chosenlogic
www.myspace.com/thepeoplesarmy2008
www.thepeoplesarmy.org
Thursday, 7 January 2010
Its Been A While
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and all of that. I aint blogged in a while cos i been enjoying the festive period. Then i got struck down with the flu (dont think it was the swine). Anyway im back now and i got bare things to talk about. so many that ill probably end up forgetting a lot of it and blog hardly anything. anyway here goes:
Wiley - Take That
Wiley released his last single of 09 'Take That' on the 29th of December hoping to land the first number 1 of 2010. I bought it. Unfortunatly for Wiley he only managed to land a number 22 spot. Hopefully this will keep climbing and we can get the Godfather of Grime back in the top 10.
OGz - Oh Geezus It's Xmas (Free Christmas Mixtape)
OGz dropped a free download on us over xmas. this was a little present for grime fans. The mixtape is well worth a download, particulaly for the 'Hot Ones' remix by Royal T.
DOWNLOAD HERE
Logan - Cut!
Bad news for grime. The Logan Sama show has been cut to only an hour and now goes out at midnight on tuesday (tuesday morning/monday night). Im not sure why its been cut tho. It aint cos of listener numbers surely cos Logan always boasts about how many listeners he has and about how well the show is doing. this is a blow for grime in General cos this is the only 100% legal grime show and its now been chopped in half. Please feel free to write to kiss and complain. also there is a facebook group you can join HERE
Wiley V Trim
The king of beef is back. this time he sent a little track aiming at big H and Trim and Trim responded. To be fair this is all a bit silly as neither has any real need for it but its always worth a listen.
The first vid is my personal favourite
Free Dogzilla Download
Download this cos its heavy. Dogzilla was supposed to dropping a full length with the same title as this however time contraints and other things ment it couldnt be done. Instead he blessed us with a free promotional thing. Im glad he did too. Mirror Man is the stand out track for me. DOWNLOAD MIXTAPE HERE
New JME Video
JME is class. I got a lot of time for him. Listen to the bars in this tune. JME is an inspiration.
Grimedaily TV
This is gonna be a massive look for the scene. Its gonna be launched on Jan 11th on Flava on SKY. I aint got sky so gonna have to try find another way to watch it.
Im sure i got more to blog so keep ya eye on the site.
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