Join us tonight! We’ll be watching the first episode to our new podcast, Night Lights. The season kicks off with the North Philly emcee, King Merlino. Show begins 7pm Eastern, lock in the watch party.
Join us tonight! We’ll be watching the first episode to our new podcast, Night Lights. The season kicks off with the North Philly emcee, King Merlino. Show begins 7pm Eastern, lock in the watch party.
What It Sound Like?
One of the luxuries of underground content is hidden gems. I feel like this artist says some of the slickest lines, and deserves to be on your radar. The Deity, V is product of a talent rich, inner city. Newark, NJ has given us talent and ambition from sports, music, to politics. We're running with the music for this post.
Deity is full of character, to say the least. Initially, some of his art work could be a little spooky. Once you listen to what he's saying and how, you're gonna be impressed. He is an emcee that puts as many of his experiences in rhyme, as possible. With all the personality he has, it makes it more likely. Too many people claim swag, personality stands out. I don't know if he knows it, but he has star power.
Shouts to Ahj, who worked on the production. Laid back Boom Bap, Lo-fi approach. Deity also put his hand in the mix. A line that sticks out to me, "I shine brighter than what moths seek" V brings you spiritual flows with slickness. The Lord brought me through warfare some time back. When I hear the artist, he addresses similar issues. Instead of trying to be gangsta, he's just honest. Much more credible, plenty people could relate. By hearing a talented rapper mention it, they might become more comfortable talking about it.
This is a thinkers tune. Do roll something up while you vibe to this heat. Drink if you have a smooth one. Get your version from Bandcamp, show your support. The more from you, the more beats to buy and studio time. Special thanks to our fans, keep passing through. More on the way for you. As always, I want to see you blessed by the Lord!
What It Sound Like?
The shadowy raps continue with this custom edition. Earlier, was a single. Now we get into an EP released by The Deity, V. He storms in exercising lyrics with cadences involving sacred names. Walking down a narrow path in Kumite produced by Brabus Reed.
The next tune comes through like a winter chill with harmonic loop from NC. Some dope wordplay, as well as Near Rhyme display. An attribute pointed out by fellow blogger Rap Seminar. "Legalize the smoke that way anybody can get it I know" Another sneaky line, it's the punches fighter don't see that get them.
V grabs a track from Heretic for some abstract poetry. Defining himself celestial, betrayed by and undervalued. Knowing his worth, the young lady is expected carry herself upon high. I respect where his mind is at. Adeadly double dose of Venom is a cipher based joint. Taz Grooze and DEMON973 join the freestyle over the laid back beat by NightChild.
One more soulful track from Heretic carries us out. Hear the record spin through the sample. V gives us a melodic flow. Confidence is proven through the voice inflection. He uses the range of his vocals to his best benefit. Bars are original as his style.
The Deity rhymes in the spiritual realm. The road less traveled in this game over saturated with cartel careers. Mamba is audio therapy. Something different and authentic. One more pick up from Bandcamp. Thank you to our readers and artists for your confidence. May Yashua bless you eternally!
What It Sound Like?
Tonight is about production. The lady who produced me, celebrates her birthday today. Without her, I wouldn't be here. I don't think it is coincidence that tonight's selection has no emcee, solely a producer. Residing in Arizona by way of South Africa. Yes, that makes him African-American, literally speaking. Our homie, A1 stepped outside the box with this one.
He succeeded where I failed miserably when I tried my hand at beats. He took alternate conclusions beyond expectation. The ability to get so many variations out of a single sound is priceless. So, he sampled In The Rain, by The Dramatics and got four different versions. I can't say that I've seen this done on a public scale. The beauty of the underground, artists are recognized for creativity.
The song itself is a very popular classic. My family used to play it a lot when I was a kid. It has even been used by other producers. A1 still manages to manipulate the sounds further. Notice multiple tempo, timing plus time lengths, as well as loops, and break points. Hip Hop heads will be impressed by the efforts without drums. Hard to choose a favorite, I would most likely rhyme on the second track, though.
This four pack of Flips is relaxing. The kind of week some of have been having, we need the relief. He even joins the crew for the picture in his variant cover art. Slide to Bandcamp and get your copy. Follow and share the work of this Black Hand Music Group artist. Pardon me fam, this post was for last night. There was a site issue. Thankfully, everything is back up and running. Also grateful for your loyalty. Jah bless all of you!
What It Sound Like?
Moving in a different direction through this post tonight. I sidelined an album to give the streams a cool EP. It’s been weighing on me to work with these individuals riding with me on the project. They all did what I visualized, and more!
From the heart, thank you:
Producers – Onaje Jordan, Chuck Chan, Robert Deniro, Kelby Clarke (Runway Music Group)
Mixing Engineer: Kelby Clarke (Runway Music Group)
Artwork: Kevin Fyvie
Film: Lanes – Miles Dixon
Recording Artists: Killy Shoot, Supreme Allah Magnetic, General Back Pain, & Lupus Dei
Thank you to each fan reading and reacting. Salute and thank you to the bloggers that posted Cognac Thoughts: Insomniac Magazine SpitFireHipHop
& Hip Hop My Way ImaniNewsBlog
God placed everybody selectfully, listen and enjoy!
As you can hear, the music deserves much more Followers. Click the link to keep up with one the most dynamics upcoming emcees. You like underground Hip Hop with a world-class sound? You will want to hear my new work on the way.