Lyricism nowadays is just not as appreciated as it was once before. It seems like all you need is a good beat and you can get away with anything. This of course, does not apply to all rappers, especially Toronto rapper 4th Pyramid who has rapped alongside with Wu-Tang and Too $hort on tour. His EP, The Sky Belongs To The Stars, definitely shows a strong message in his music and is consistent with every track. Check out his music video to "LookOut", directed by Silk Ivory.
Long Island's Izzy Rebel joins forces with Queens native Str8 Hooks to bring us his latest track "Protect Ya Neck". It is inspired by the classic Wu-Tang track of the same name. The video shows the artists rapping at various locations around New York City. The song and video combination do a good job of bringing the 90s vibe to the audience. Check out the visuals below.
Rock The Bells returns for its 10 Year Anniversary with a line up that is sure to attract hip-hop fans across generations. The festival will kick off at San Manuel Amphitheater in San Bernardino, California on September 7 and 8 and make its way to Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California on September 14 and 15. The tour will continue on the east coast with new festival sites at RFK Festival Grounds in Washington D.C. on September 28 and 29, and at Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford, New Jersey on October 4 and 5.
Current superstars such as Kid Cudi, Big KRIT, Tyler the Creator and rap super-group Black Hippy will be sharing the stage with old favorites like Wu-Tang Clan, Rakim and Bone Thugs N Harmony for what will be one of the most memorable hip-hop concerts in recent history. If the big names weren't enough, we will also get a chance to see other very talented artists like Talib Kweli and Dilated Peoples who have gained much respect among the biggest names in hip-hop. Another unique feature of this concert series is that it will feature virtual performances from the Godfather of Gangster Rap, the late Eazy-E, and Ol' Dirty Bastard of the Wu-Tang Clan. This has received approval by their families of course.
Virtual performances are sure to have their share of critics but there is no doubting they will expose these artists to a new set of fans who will also have a chance to appreciate their music like we did. Who would you like to see added to line up? Do you think virtual performances are a tribute to the artist or a gimmick? Tell us what you think! For more info, visit RockTheBells.net and watch MC Supernatural announce the line up below.
Imagine being among 75,000 raging fans in front of the stages at Coachella. Now imagine having an on stage view of it all during a legendary Wu-Tang show. Epic right? With a full orchestra, the whole group together on stage, the Wu probably put on one of the biggest shows over the past weekend at Coachella and it was all captured on tape! If you wish you were there to see this performance like me, watch the whole hour and twenty minute set below and let me know if were there to see this live in the comments section.
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Long Island's Izzy Rebel joins forces with Queens native Str8 Hooks to bring us his latest track "Protect Ya Neck". It is inspired by the classic Wu-Tang track of the same name. The video shows the artists rapping at various locations around New York City. The song and video combination do a good job of bringing the 90s vibe to the audience. Check out the visuals below.
Rock The Bells returns for its 10 Year Anniversary with a line up that is sure to attract hip-hop fans across generations. The festival will kick off at San Manuel Amphitheater in San Bernardino, California on September 7 and 8 and make its way to Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California on September 14 and 15. The tour will continue on the east coast with new festival sites at RFK Festival Grounds in Washington D.C. on September 28 and 29, and at Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford, New Jersey on October 4 and 5.
Current superstars such as Kid Cudi, Big KRIT, Tyler the Creator and rap super-group Black Hippy will be sharing the stage with old favorites like Wu-Tang Clan, Rakim and Bone Thugs N Harmony for what will be one of the most memorable hip-hop concerts in recent history. If the big names weren't enough, we will also get a chance to see other very talented artists like Talib Kweli and Dilated Peoples who have gained much respect among the biggest names in hip-hop. Another unique feature of this concert series is that it will feature virtual performances from the Godfather of Gangster Rap, the late Eazy-E, and Ol' Dirty Bastard of the Wu-Tang Clan. This has received approval by their families of course.
Virtual performances are sure to have their share of critics but there is no doubting they will expose these artists to a new set of fans who will also have a chance to appreciate their music like we did. Who would you like to see added to line up? Do you think virtual performances are a tribute to the artist or a gimmick? Tell us what you think! For more info, visit RockTheBells.net and watch MC Supernatural announce the line up below.
Imagine being among 75,000 raging fans in front of the stages at Coachella. Now imagine having an on stage view of it all during a legendary Wu-Tang show. Epic right? With a full orchestra, the whole group together on stage, the Wu probably put on one of the biggest shows over the past weekend at Coachella and it was all captured on tape! If you wish you were there to see this performance like me, watch the whole hour and twenty minute set below and let me know if were there to see this live in the comments section.
Via Potholes In My Blog
