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More Good Summertime Listening!


May 31, 2008 | Tags: none

Last post I stated that this summer would be a good one as far as music is concerned. And it took all but a week or so for me to get some proof about my predictions.

First and foremost, if you haven’t already found out, the Mixtape About Nothing is now up for free download to the public. Wale definitely took a unique, creative approach to this mixtape. Even better? There’s less random talking and shit than there was on 100 Miles and Running, which happened to be my biggest complaint about that tape.  And on top of that, he really is talking about something on this tape. Props to him for the track entitled “The Kramer”, which starts out with audio of Michael Richards’ infamous tirade and goes on to examine Wale’s thoughts about the n-word in today’s society. A creative, lyrical way of approaching a sensitive and serious topic.

Anyway, enough yapping about the tape. Go download it!

http://10deep.com/WALEMIXTAPE/

There’s a button towards the bottom left of the player that says ‘download’. Just click it. And then don’t forget to stop by Wale’s myspace or Elitaste and let the kid know if you’re feeling it or not. And say thank you for the free shit. The economy sucks and he’s still throwing free, quality music at you. Aw. Thank you, Wale.

Another project that I’m highly anticipating is the collab project between Immortal Technique and DJ Green Lantern. Not only has Technique’s sound matured significantly, but the content seems as brutal as ever. June 24th is the release date, and considering the promotion that has been going down and the fact that tracks have actually been leaking, I think it’s finally serious this time. You can actually reserve a copy via pre-order on Amazon and Barnes and Noble, so if that’s not a sign that he’ll actually put it out, I don’t know what is.

Been living in a cage and haven’t heard any of the new material? Here, peep out one of my favorites from the small handful of tracks that have leaked thus far – “Payback” featuring Diabolic and Ras Kass.

http://www.zshare.net/audio/120283346486b7bb/

Perhaps even more than the music though, I’ve been impressed by the non-musical projects that he has been working on recently. In case you didn’t hear, it was recently announced that he was holding a writing contest for high school students. Sure, the money you could potentially win is nice, but even nicer is the fact that we have somebody who is trying to bring out the best in the youth. Critical thinking, writing skills, and learning the power of the word. That’s worthy of some props right there. If you are in high school (or are a graduating senior), know somebody that could be qualified for the contest, or know somebody that knows somebody, etc., you can find more information here:

http://immortal-technique.com/The3rdWorldContest/

I strongly encourage anybody that is qualified to participate. You have nothing to lose with this one, and a nice amount of satisfaction to gain. And for those that don’t qualify but still want to participate in something positive, there’s always the “Police State Chronicles” project that stemmed from the Sean Bell verdict that I had mentioned earlier. It is so refreshing to see an artist constantly work towards the greater good. I feel like I don’t see that too often these days. Despite how you may feel about his political views or his music, you have to at least give him and the people that work with him the props that they’re due for putting so much time and effort into the things they truly believe in and care about.

And taking it back to the DMV for a second, if anybody missed the Illmatic remixes show this past week, my boy Judah hooked it up in the inbox today. You can download the remixes for free, featuring production by some of DC’s finest including Kev Brown, Oddisee, and Judah himself.

http://www.zshare.net/download/12847479d827654e/

Add all of this to great summertime treats such as the Paid Dues and Rock the Bells festivals, and I'm almost ready to say I have a new favorite season.


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