Blacastan, Motif Alumni & David Bars – Rap Is Outta Control Freestyle [Video]

DJ Eclipse welcomed D.I.T.C. affiliates David Bars and Motif Alumni to the show, as well as returning guest Blacastan from The Demigodz. Blacastan dropped a new album with Stu Bangas called “The Uncanny Adventures Of Watson & Holmes”. David Bars will be releasing a free download of his 10-track project that has yet to be titled, followed by a full-length album. Emcee/producer Motif has produced most of the songs on David Bars’ album as well as some recent tracks for O.C. and D.I.T.C. Check out the freestyle video with Blacastan, Motif Alumni, and David Bars.

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Mr. Green feat. Blacastan – Power [Video]

The ridiculously talented Mr. Green is behind the boards and sitting in the director’s chair for his gritty new single, “Power,” off the upcoming Raw Poetix compilation, ‘Global Connection Vol. 2.’ The track also boasts some sharp visuals starring Connecticut rap bully Blacastan, who goes all the way in on this Boom bap slapper. Backed by the neck-breaking instrumental, Blacastan drops a slew of run-it-back quotables (for example: “In the hood I’m everywhere, like images of Jesus/ Reflections of Moses movin’ in slaves’ clothing”) while commanding the camera’s attention. And Mr. Green is right on point with his direction, capturing the energy of his rapping partner’s bars before handing the footage over Shane McLellan to provide the psychedelic finishing touches. The aforementioned international connection is brought by Denmark-based turntablist DJ FMD, who kills it on the track’s hook and outro. Fittingly, “Power” sets the tone for the compilation, which features the likes of PaceWon, Phil The Agony, Kool G. Rap, Chris Rivers, and Planet Asia. While you can watch the “Power” video now, the ‘Global Connection Vol. 2’ compilation is set to drop September 20th, via Raw Poetix Records.

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Blak Madeen feat. Blacastan – Mic Divine [Video]

Boston’s Blak Madeen offer a snapshot of their stomping grounds in the fresh new visuals for “Mic Divine,” the Blacastan-assisted banger off their new album, ‘Supreme Aftermath.’ With their fellow New England Hip-Hop wordsmith at their side—Blacastan hails from Hartford, Conn.—the duo of AL-J and Yusuf post up on and around the famed Charles River. As the three deliver their verses of insight, wit, and bravado, the camera offers glimpses of what makes the area so unique. Namely, it’s the art that’ll catch your eye, with the most prominent piece being Lawrence Weiner’s mural of “A Translation From One Language To Another.” There’s power and beauty in the simplicity of that message and track itself, which was produced fellow Bostonian, Teddy Roxpin. ‘Supreme Aftermath’ is now available online wherever music can be streamed and downloaded, courtesy of Rhyme Dawah.

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Nutso feat. General Steele & Blacastan – Str8 Talk [Video]

There’s a big difference between a New York record and a New York “sounding” record. The differences may seem trivial, but in the Internet era, a track coming from the East Coast could pass as if it was from the West Coast, or even the Dirty South. But to those of us raised by the sounds of kicks, snares, and thick bass lines are well aware of the impact they’ve had in our infatuation with the culture, which as of late has seemed to have taken a back seat to other styles. Luckily, Nutso, a Queens block boy, born and raised in the Rotten Apple, is here to supply us with some “Str8 Talk”; a gritty cut that’s sure to remind those that have been sleeping, that there’s no place quite like the home of Hip-Hop…NYC. Joined by Blacastan, and General Steele (of Smif-n-Wessun), the Ali Charlemagne (of Lightward Media) directed visuals, highlights both the skyline, and various bridges of the concrete jungle. “Str8 Talk” is the final video taken from Nutso’s ‘Divided Soul’ EP, which is produced entirely by Divided Souls Ent. & DJ Pain 1, and available for digital download and compact disc, courtesy of #NoLabelJustUS.

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TrackBlasters Radio: 25.02.15

Da Wednesday Underground Flava – Underground & Old School Hip Hop Non-Stop Host: DJ P.R. Heatrock after heatrock – you know the motto! Record Of The Day: BADBADNOTGOOD & Ghostface Killah – Sour Soul Playlist M.O.P. feat. Maino – Welcome 2 Brooklyn (Remix) Nutso feat. Blacastan & General Steele – Str8 Talk Big Shug feat. Termanology & Singapore Kane – Off Rip PRhyme feat. ScHoolboy Q & Killer Mike – Underground Kings PRhyme feat. Common – Wishin’ Joey Bada$$ – Christ Conscious Action Bronson – Terry **Record Of The Day** BADBADNOTGOOD & Ghostface Killah – Sour Soul Big Sean feat. Kanye West & John Legend – One Man Can Change The World (Statik Selektah Remix) Drake – Energy Russ – Reminder Cashmere – So Much Pain GZA feat. Tom Morello – The Mexican Wu-Tang Clan – Felt Kendrick Lamar – The Blacker The Berry OverDoz – Rich White Friends Download here (right click and save as…)

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Esoteric & Stu Bangas feat. Planetary, Reef The Lost Cauze & Blacastan – Ease Up [Video]

Man Bites Dog Records is proud to present Esoteric & Stu Bangas new video “Ease Up” from their upcoming album “Machete Mode’ due out on M.B.D.R. on 11/26/2013. The video was shot by J. Rose, directed and edited by R.M.L. Song is produced by Stu Bangas. Rap Battle host is Celph Titled. Video was filmed in Quakertown, PA with a live audience. Thanks to those involved. Support independent music and share this video with everyone.

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Demigodz feat. Termanology – Never Take Me Out [Audio]

On 3-5-2013, the Demigodz (Apathy, Celph Titled, Ryu of Styles Of Beyond, Esoteric, Motive, Blacastan) will release there first official full-length LP, KILLmatic, and it will feature appearances from RA The Rugged Man, Termanology, Panchi (of NYG’z), Planetary (of Outerspace), Scoop Deville & Eternia with production from DJ Premier, Marco Polo, The Snowgoons, Apathy, Teddy Roxpin, Chumzilla, Skammadix & Will C. Today, Demigodz have decided to liberate track #4 from there forthcoming long-player “Never Take Me Out” f/ Termanology and produced by Teddy Roxpin. Demigodz “KILLmatic” is now available for pre-order at www.demigodzstore.com Previously: Demigodz – Summer Of Sam [Audio]

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Demigodz – Summer Of Sam [Audio]

While it’s a frozen tundra over much of the east coast, Demigodz (Apathy, Celph Titled, Ryu, Esoteric, Blacastan & Motive) take you back to the “Summer Of Sam” and go in over a Snowgoons production. On 3-5-2013, the Demigodz (Apathy, Celph Titled, Ryu of Styles Of Beyond, Esoteric, Motive, Blacastan) will release there first official full-length LP, KILLMatic, and it will feature appearances from RA The Rugged Man, Termanology, Panchi (of NYG’z), Planetary (of Outerspace), Scoop Deville & Eternia with production from DJ Premier, Marco Polo, The Snowgoons, Apathy, Teddy Roxpin, Chumzilla, Skammadix & Will C. Previously: Demigodz – Demigodz Is Back [Video]

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