2009-02-13
2009-02-11
More Swag from B-Real
When we last left off I was talking to Cypress Hill's lead vocalist, B-Real about how the game has changed throughout his 17 years of making music.
But in the second installment, you will be able to get to know another side of the man you all know and love... B-Real the producer.
Enjoy.
What caused the changeover to production?
I’ve been producing here and there for about 8 years, but I never really made a big deal about it because I wanted to create a certain sound for myself. All of the legendary producers that stand out have their own sound. Dr. Dre, Premier, Pete Rock, Timbaland, and DJ Muggz all have a sound that they developed and when their song came on, you KNEW it was them.
Even though I was doing beats I didn’t really have a sound, I was just doing beats. When I started to make this record I started developing that particular sound. I did little shit here and there. I did stuff for the WWE wrestler Tazz, I co-produced the Psycho Realm album. I did a joint for the Kottonmouth Kingz, and I did a lot of stuff for my boy Young De’s last mixtape called Audio Hustle vol. 1 with DJ Skee.
In the last year and a half I’ve been really developing a sound that I want to put out . I felt like my record will be a good platform to set this off. With the Cypress Hill record people will hear a little more of my production.
It’s something that I’ve wanted to do for so long but I’ve never had the chance because the schedule for Cypress Hill is so demanding. The same thing goes for the solo album; there was really never any time. But after the last Cypress Hill record with Sony, when our obligation was fulfilled, we didn’t have a deadline for the next record so we all just took our time to do what we want. A solo record and establishing my production company, Audio Hustlerz were the two things most important to me.
How much production are you doing on your own album?
On my own album I did only three songs. I didn’t want to do much of it because the goal was to go out and get a couple of different producers that I’ve been wanting to fuck with for a long time. It was all manly family: Scoop Deville, Supa Fly, my partner in production Jay Turner, my boy Salaam Remi. We just kept it in-house.
I actually did more songs for my album, but it wasn’t going with what we were doing with the record as a whole. So what I did was I put those songs out on the Gunslinger mixtapes here and there. I didn’t want to hog the wole thing up. I had a lot of good beats, but there were a lot of cool beats that the homies were giving me so I had to use those. I can always fuck with my own beats later.
The sound of your production, is that going to be portrayed in your album or will it just be the songs you made?
What I wanted to do before I started giving out beats to everybody to do what Dre did. He develops artists. He doesn’t scatter his beats to everyone. For instance, with Dre, he developed NWA, then he developed Snoop Dogg, then he developed Eminem, and then, to a degree, he developed Game and 50. All of those guys had a sound and they all were successful because he just focused on them.
So right now what we’re trying to do, aside from Cypress Hill, is develop my man Young De who is featured throughout my solo record and the Cypress Hill record. We’re trying to bring him out. He’s doing some shit with Muggz as well. I’m trying to develop him and my production together, just like Dre with Eminem. I think that stands out more than putting out 20 beats with all different rappers on them. Some of them have success and some of them don’t have good songs and the beat doesn’t go anywhere.
Once your production is where you want it to be, what artists do you want to produce for?
I’d like to do some shit for Xzibit. He’s a good homie of ours, and I love the way he spits. I’d like to give 50 Cent some shit, Jay-Z, you know, all the cats that I respect. Fat Joe even. He’s a good homie of ours and I’ve always liked the way he spits too. I would say Eminem but he’s doing fine with Dre beats. He’s killing it and shit.
Now that you've read about it, check out B-Real on the boards of what will be his first official single, "Fire" featuring Damien Marley (the official video is coming soon). This joint has a lot of replay quality.
That's all for now. But make sure you return for the Buddha Master's discussion about weed, latin rappers and his new album, Smoke and Mirrors!
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2009-02-10
QN5 Digitally Releases 12" Singles!
The crew at QN5 Music has hit the internets hard once again.
QN5 @ myspace
In the first edition of their digit rereleases, the people that stay five steps ahead of the game take a few steps back (or are they so far ahead they are about to pass us twice?)
Former singles from Tonedeff, PackFM and Session are now available wherever digital music is sold (ie. iTunes, Amazon).
Not only will you be getting the single, but this package includes the B-side track, the edited version of both songs for college DJs (such as myself), and the instrumental for you beat jackers.
Individually, this would cost you $6.93. But with the wonders of package deals, you can own each package for the low price of $3.99!
(Billy Mays eat your heart out)
I'll start with my favorite rapper, Session.
Session - Don't Do It (single)
Session @ myspace
Session is a gritty rapper from the Bronx that holds no punches. His hard, in-your-face style makes for great street bangers. But don't let the beats fool you, Spicasso artfully paints lyrical pictures that the that will even excite hip-hopsters.
And if you like your rappers to exhibit versatility this single is a must. Follow Session as he takes you on the journey of a dollar bill in, "Route of Evil."
Tracklist
1. Don’t Do It (Dirty) – Produced By Tonedeff
2. Don’t Do It (Radio)
3. Don’t Do It (Instrumental)
4. Watch Yo Back (Dirty) – Produced By Tonedeff
5. Watch Yo Back (Radio)
6. Watch Yo Back (Instrumental)
7. Route of Evil (Full Version) – Produced By Tonedeff
Click here to buy Session - Don't Do It (single) on iTunes
Session @ myspace
Session is a gritty rapper from the Bronx that holds no punches. His hard, in-your-face style makes for great street bangers. But don't let the beats fool you, Spicasso artfully paints lyrical pictures that the that will even excite hip-hopsters.
And if you like your rappers to exhibit versatility this single is a must. Follow Session as he takes you on the journey of a dollar bill in, "Route of Evil."
Tracklist
1. Don’t Do It (Dirty) – Produced By Tonedeff
2. Don’t Do It (Radio)
3. Don’t Do It (Instrumental)
4. Watch Yo Back (Dirty) – Produced By Tonedeff
5. Watch Yo Back (Radio)
6. Watch Yo Back (Instrumental)
7. Route of Evil (Full Version) – Produced By Tonedeff
Click here to buy Session - Don't Do It (single) on iTunes
PackFm - Forever Shine (single)
PackFM @ myspace
Forever Shine is was the first single from Brooklyn's own PackFM. The freestyle champion hung up his battling belts to step into the booth to record his debut album "whutduzFMstand4?" This single gives the listener an introduction to the "Brooklyn Bounce" that Mr. FM brings to his music while familiarizing you with his punchline-heavy, battle rap style.
Tracklist
1. Forevershine (ft. DJ JS-1) – Produced By Kno
2. Forevershine (ft. DJ JS-1) (Radio)
3. Forevershine (Instrumental)
4. Upclose & Personal (ft. Substantial) – Produced By Tonedeff
5. Upclose & Personal (ft. Substantial) (Radio)
6. Upclose & Personal (Instrumental)
7. Set It Up (ft. J.U.I.C.E.) – Produced By Tonedeff
8. Set It Up (ft. J.U.I.C.E.) (Radio)
9. Set It Up (Instrumental)
Click here to buy PackFM - Forever Shine (single) on iTunes
PackFM @ myspace
Forever Shine is was the first single from Brooklyn's own PackFM. The freestyle champion hung up his battling belts to step into the booth to record his debut album "whutduzFMstand4?" This single gives the listener an introduction to the "Brooklyn Bounce" that Mr. FM brings to his music while familiarizing you with his punchline-heavy, battle rap style.
Tracklist
1. Forevershine (ft. DJ JS-1) – Produced By Kno
2. Forevershine (ft. DJ JS-1) (Radio)
3. Forevershine (Instrumental)
4. Upclose & Personal (ft. Substantial) – Produced By Tonedeff
5. Upclose & Personal (ft. Substantial) (Radio)
6. Upclose & Personal (Instrumental)
7. Set It Up (ft. J.U.I.C.E.) – Produced By Tonedeff
8. Set It Up (ft. J.U.I.C.E.) (Radio)
9. Set It Up (Instrumental)
Click here to buy PackFM - Forever Shine (single) on iTunes
Tonedeff - Politics (single)
Tonedeff @ myspace
Listen as Tonedeff gives you a glimpse into the mind of a person that has been in the music game since he was a pre-teen. Politics describes how shiesty the game can be and shows you how much red tape you have to go through in order to establish yourself (you get the cover now?).
Disappointed on the other hand chronicles a man that has made it a goal to have sex with two women at the same time. The fun, catchy, yet disappointing story is bound to be a favorite for the hip hop lover.
Tracklist
1. Politics (Dirty) – Produced By Tonedeff
2. Politics (Radio)
3. Politics (Instrumental)
4. Disappointed (Dirty)
5. Disappointed (Radio)
6. Disappointed (Instrumental)
Click here to buy Tonedeff - Politics (single) on iTunes
Tonedeff @ myspace
Listen as Tonedeff gives you a glimpse into the mind of a person that has been in the music game since he was a pre-teen. Politics describes how shiesty the game can be and shows you how much red tape you have to go through in order to establish yourself (you get the cover now?).
Disappointed on the other hand chronicles a man that has made it a goal to have sex with two women at the same time. The fun, catchy, yet disappointing story is bound to be a favorite for the hip hop lover.
Tracklist
1. Politics (Dirty) – Produced By Tonedeff
2. Politics (Radio)
3. Politics (Instrumental)
4. Disappointed (Dirty)
5. Disappointed (Radio)
6. Disappointed (Instrumental)
Click here to buy Tonedeff - Politics (single) on iTunes
PackFM - Stomp (single)
PackFM @ myspace
Talk about BANGERS! Stomp makes you want to do exactly what the song tells you to do. Hopefully there isn't anyone under your Timbs when you listen to this song.
There isn't much more to say about this song besides,
"This the shit that blows out ya speakers, Scuff up ya sneakers/ Cause a traffic jam, start a riot in the bleachers//"
The B-side includes a track with the legendary Last Emperor and the over-your-head rapper Many Styles.
Tracklist
1. Stomp – Produced By Tonedeff
2. Stomp (Radio)
3. Stomp (Instrumental)
4. Complex Simplicity (ft. Last Emperor & Many Styles) – Produced By Tonedeff
5. Complex Simplicity (ft. Last Emperor & Many Styles) (Radio)
6. Complex Simplicity (Instrumental)
Click here to buy PackFM - Stomp (single) on iTunes
I HIGHLY suggest you buy these songs. You will not be disappointed (even if you buy Tonedeff's single).
Have Fun.
13.
PackFM @ myspace
Talk about BANGERS! Stomp makes you want to do exactly what the song tells you to do. Hopefully there isn't anyone under your Timbs when you listen to this song.
There isn't much more to say about this song besides,
"This the shit that blows out ya speakers, Scuff up ya sneakers/ Cause a traffic jam, start a riot in the bleachers//"
The B-side includes a track with the legendary Last Emperor and the over-your-head rapper Many Styles.
Tracklist
1. Stomp – Produced By Tonedeff
2. Stomp (Radio)
3. Stomp (Instrumental)
4. Complex Simplicity (ft. Last Emperor & Many Styles) – Produced By Tonedeff
5. Complex Simplicity (ft. Last Emperor & Many Styles) (Radio)
6. Complex Simplicity (Instrumental)
Click here to buy PackFM - Stomp (single) on iTunes
I HIGHLY suggest you buy these songs. You will not be disappointed (even if you buy Tonedeff's single).
Have Fun.
13.
2009-02-09
50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, & Tony Yayo - I’ll Be The Shooter (Rick Ross Diss)
50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, & Tony Yayo -
I’ll Be The Shooter (Rick Ross Diss)
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2009-02-08
B-Real has Swagger
Here is part one of my interview with hip hop recording artist B-Real of Cypress Hill. There is plenty more where this came from, so come back for more.
How do you feel about the internet explosion where the blogs are the streets and the street soldiers are now the bloggers?
In this day, in this game right now you have to go those extra lengths that you normally wouldn’t go, you know what I mean? There’s so much more competition out there. There are so many rappers out, as apposed to 10 years ago when there was only a few, and even back then there was limited rotation. You kind of have to keep your name in the streets.
People were doing it through mixtapes at one point, and now, obviously, it’s via internet because there is more interaction with your fans and possible fans. I found it to be a way to stay connected with those fans, to keep your name up, and possibly win over some new fans. I started B-Real tv for that fact.
Cypress Hill hasn’t had a record on the market for maybe 3 and a half years now. I have a solo record coming out, but even before that I had to put mixtapes on the street so that the name doesn’t fade away. I think a lot of rappers, up and coming and vets are utilizing the internet to market themselves and keep their name out there.
With B-Realtv and mixtapes, are you trying to find a balance of old and new, or are you completely changing over?
I think you have to do a little bit of both. You have to keep the traditional ways and values that come along with putting out a record, but at the same time you have to adapt to the new way that it’s going down. Otherwise you get left behind.
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I think you have to do a little bit of both. You have to keep the traditional ways and values that come along with putting out a record, but at the same time you have to adapt to the new way that it’s going down. Otherwise you get left behind.
The old way of thinking is slowly but surely dying out. There will be things that will never die out, but you have to adapt because the game evolves and if you don’t evolve with you become a dinosaur, you get left behind and you can’t have that.
If you have a competitive nature and you want to be regarded as one of the best out, old or new, you have to keep yourself out there and stay relevant. The only way to do that is to evolve. You have to see what the new cats are doing and you have to see how much better you can be than they are, but fit in to what’s going on right now.
How will it change the way Duck Down, or you personally, push this album as apposed to the way you’ve done it before?
Duck down is an independent label and they were one of the first so they have a formula of how it should be done traditionally. But at the same time they have a lot of cats that have a lot of ideas and they go with the new way, the new order of things. It’s a great balance and I think they have it down tight.
Duck down is an independent label and they were one of the first so they have a formula of how it should be done traditionally. But at the same time they have a lot of cats that have a lot of ideas and they go with the new way, the new order of things. It’s a great balance and I think they have it down tight.
I’ve always been the type of dude that was open to new ideas. I don’t just stay locked in to one particular formula because, like I sad, it gets stagnant and redundant. You gotta do new things to take your shit to another level. I think Duck Down, as a label, understand this. A lot of labels don’t understand this and they try to do the traditional way and they only have so much success behind that now.
The labels that have been able to impliment the new way of thinking, and the other things that you can do to push a record they have been moderately successful. Duck Down has withstood the test of time, so they definitely understand what’s going on. They had to evolve with the way the game changed as well.
That's enough for today. Make sure you come back next time when B-Real gives advice to up and coming artists on how to get in the game, some solid words for aspiring spanish MCs, and some good old weed talk.
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