Visuals from eLZhi’s upcoming project, eLmatic dropping this Tuesday (May 10th) as an ode to Nas’ classic debut album. Of course, that was one of the greatest albums in hip hop history (don’t try to make me put a number on it) but this is ill in its own right. In this video, eL goes…
05.4.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD
This dropped a couple of days ago (delayed by the internet situation at the crib). A new project from Topeka MC Stik Figa and Kansas City producer D/WILL as a prelude/teaser before their forthcoming mixtape Crown and Coke inspired by all 21 and ups’ favorite hour of the weekday. (785)! Download: Stik Figa and D/Will…
04.8.11 | Entertainment, Featured | MarcusMD
The Providence, RI native drops the first video from his dance/electronic-influenced project Sincerely Yours, The Dancefloor which dropped a couple of weeks ago. Left-field idea for the project as a whole but it works. Preview it above and go out and get that if you haven’t already. Spread the Fresh:
03.23.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD
GetFreshKid.com in connection with The Marcus and Tayo Show and Some Broke College Kids are hosting another unofficial SXSW showcase tomorrow (Friday) night at Victory Grill from 8 PM to 2 AM featuring some dope artists and a huge lineup. Given the recent events in Japan, we’re also making this show a benefit event to…
03.17.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD
Some new visuals from Mello Music Group’s Helpless Dreamer compilation with that DMV music and the MC/producer Oddisee and Toine from Dunc and Toine Makin’ Dollas. Spread the Fresh:
03.15.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD
YO! The Marcus and Tayo Show on KVRX 91.7 in Austin, which I co-host with the homie Tayo, is hosting a FREE unofficial hip-hop showcase for the greatest music festival in the world, South By Southwest. Come see how we put it down in our own city along with the help of KVRX (of course),…
03.15.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD
Houston’s The Niceguys drop some newness following up on the acclaim of their album The Show and their feature on the cover of Houston Press. Be on the lookout for The James Kelly EP coming soon and check the guys out during SXSW. The Niceguys – “Ari Gold” [Audio clip: view full post to listen]…
03.13.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD
As per the annual SXSW rumors swirling around these parts, there’s been mad speculation about Kanyeezy doing some kind of secret or private show that week. There was an ambiguous video that released on youtube (up top) that hinted at him blessing us with his presence. Now, Idolator.com has reported that he indeed has been…
03.13.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD
Juelz Santana sits down with Ozone Magazine and talks about his delayed The Reagan Era album, the Dipset reunion, working with Dr. Dre and on that note, the big news of The Diplomats signing with Interscope Records. The possibility of a new Diplomats release only gains more hype with that confirmation. Spread the Fresh:
02.18.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD
The kid out of Fresno, California (a.k.a. the Grizzly City) returns with the follow up to his 2008 mixtape with features from J. Cole, Gilbere Forte, Common and John Legend. Hollywood Cole even produced three cuts from the project. Hosted by DJ Ill Will and DJ Rockstar and sponsored by XXL, check out the latest…
02.17.11 | Entertainment | MarcusMD