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Nipsey Hussle Tha Great (August 15, 1985 – March 31, 2019)

May his life be a testament to us all.

Meet Pop/Rock Singer "Mahaya" from Toronto, Ontario

Follow Mahaya on Instagram Born in Iran, Mahaya struggled with cultural beliefs that hindered her real dreams of becoming a singer and performer. Performing in any kind of way is prohibited and against the law for women so all she could do at that time was close her eyes and imagine herself on a stage. As she grew up, she would listen to idols like Aretha Franklin, Beyoncé, Celine Dion, and Christina Aguilera.For the love of music, she started learning English to be able to cover their songs and slowly learned to write her own songs in Persian ,English and later in French. She eventually was able to convince the principal of her high school to let her have a concert for girls and it was through this that she realized that music is the only career she wanted to pursue in her life no matter what. Financial struggles growing up caused her to wait until she turned 18 and was able to work to afford music lessons herself. She attended Conservatory of Music , studied Music performance and soo...

Meet Hip Hop Musician "Beeto" from Chicago, Illinois

Alberto A. Alvizar or better known for his rapper name "Beeto" was introduced to hip hop at an early age. It wasn't until the age of 18, when he was introduced to his current friends Branden aka bLest and Michael aka Cuatro, that he started to actually write rhymes. He would spend endless hours talking to Branden and Michael about the art of rhyme structure. He would later go on to test his new skills by writing raps on his Facebook post and tagging other friends, who also rapped, to write their raps.

Listen to "Live & Learn" album by Surg & Hellfire on Bandcamp

The sophmore follow-up to Surg & Hellfire's debut release, 'The Activator LP', Live & Learn proves to keep the legacy alive. Come take a journey through real life experiences and street tales delivered by Surg with fluidity over Hellfire's hard hitting drums and intoxicating melodies. For the true Hip Hop head who is looking for what is lacking in todays Hip Hop music. Live & Learn by Surg & Hellfire

thawilsonblock magazine issue95 (March 30th, 2019)

Read    ///    Download    ///    Watch Hip Hop Artist 5ve talks New Music, Experiences, & 'Universal Language' in an Exclusive Interview w/ Mistah Wilson + KoolQuise + Wilted Petals + Rudi Goblen + Frechelle Rivers + Awon & Phoniks + and many more...

Hip Hop Artist 5ve talks New Music, Experiences, & 'Universal Language' in an Exclusive Interview w/ Mistah Wilson

5ve Music Official Website "The day I got out of a 3 year relationship summer 2017, my Great high school friend, extended musical family and associate for decades invited me to join this movement/Local label he and another best friend manifested, where music is universal, and no one but talented Individuals will be making the music for the world, and doing it for all the right reasons" Mistah Wilson : Yo, 5ve! It's a tremendous honor to have you here with us for this exclusive interview with thawilsonblock magazine! What's tha latest & greatest, fam? 5Ve : Man life is great. I'm in a good spot in my life, and really enjoying my creative freedom and the momentum me and the rest of Universal Language Entertainment are building. With an amazing support system and a positive perspective on things, 2019 is bound to be an incredible year of music video and album releases, shows, touring, and a ton of other fun things for us..and the recent release of my album, 5Ve ...

Listen to "Hanstromentals: A Beat Tape" album by HanSolo on Bandcamp

This project is dedicated to my grandfather. Love and miss you daily!!! I would like to say thanks to my wife and daughters. You are My number one support system in life. Next I would like to say thx to my brothers in music Al Basics, RediBrown, Beatz For Food & Mista Crane!!! May our skills & knowledge, in life and music, increase with every track! Much love to my mom for always supporting my music, even in its 8-track days. Also a fat shout out to all my supporters, family, friends and haters for keeping me motivated to keep pushing! Hope you enjoy the sounds, if you're an emcee, I hope you do the beats justice and link me to the final product. Real support real all day! Peace & Stay Up!!! Hanstromentals: A Beat Tape by HanSolo

Listen to "History Rhymes If It Doesn't Repeat (A Southend Healing Ritual)" album by Gabriel Teodros on Bandcamp

released September 21, 2018 All tracks produced by Moka Only Engineered by Gabriel Teodros at Mead St. Studio (Seattle, WA) Mixed by Gabriel Teodros & Moka Only Mastered by Dume41 at The Legion of Dume Meklit appears courtesy of Six Degrees Records Photography by Naomi Ishisaka History Rhymes If It Doesn't Repeat (A Southend Healing Ritual) by Gabriel Teodros

Listen to "Insanity Isn't" album by Rudi Goblen on Bandcamp

In 2006 Rudi was commissioned to create a one-man dance theater piece. After creating "Insanity Isn't", he decided to record the monologues from the show to provide the audience with a soundtrack/audio version of it to go home with. Insanity Isn't by Rudi Goblen

M-Dot - Price Of Love (Prod. By Jon Glass) (Official Video)

In promotion of Own Lane Music's "Stay In Your Lane Vol. 1" One of Boston’s most consistent emcees [10 years+] M-Dot drops the new visual for "Price of Love." While the bonus track isn't featured on the project it’s being given away for FREE to promote this compilation. Own Lane Music is a Massachusetts based indie label and is home to artists like M-Dot, Quiz [Producer] and Boston collective EMS who all make contributions to "Stay In Your Lane Vol.1." Watch the video for "Price of Love" prod. by Jon Glass [Cuts by DJ Access] shot in a cold and wintry NYC by director Peter Zeidler [Z-Entertainment] it showcases the personification of mood music through a film-noir lens. #mdot #priceoflove #jonglass

Universal Language Entertainment presents “Don’t Know Why” by Shawn Keys, Small Hands, Buddhakai, Proximity, 5ve, and windchILL

The Hip-Hop Collective of Universal Language, also Grind Mode Cypher members, carry a century and a half of accumulated and extensive experience in the music industry, from headlining major festivals and tours to opening for Hip-Hop icons. The seasoned artists announce the release of their debut single and video “Don’t’ Know Why.” Each artist brings forth their own amped caliber of style and flow to execute a record brimming with lyricism and clever punchlines. The brief message during the intro pertaining to cookie cutter rappers vs. original emcees, sets the tone for an emergence of intense jewels throughout the entire record. Universal Language declares their earned stance while pondering, “Don’t know why you be f*cking up the industry.” The record takes viewers on a mini journey of how they move in the industry from live studio sessions, long nights loading up for tours, to their mastered skill set of delivering gut wrenching lyrics, minus flashy chains and gimmicks. “Don’t Know ...

Listen to "I'm Happy" album by Wilted Petals on Bandcamp

...and things improved, little by little, until the tiny seed grew to be a beautiful, smiling rose who basked in sunshine. i'm happy by wilted petals

Listen to "Intellectual Bliss" album by Jason Plus One on Bandcamp

Debut full-length project from Jacksonville's own Jasonplusone. Member of the Duval collective Black Chain Gang (BCG). Plusone presents a biographical album that also parallels the story of one of entertainment's great artists.

Listen to "Knowledge of Self" album by Awon & Phoniks on Bandcamp

"Knowledge of Self" is the 2nd official offering from hip-hop duo Awon & Phoniks. Coming over 2 years after releasing their debut album "Return to the Golden Era" in Summer of 2013, the Newport News, VA emcee and Portland, ME producer have been working diligently on their follow-up. While the debut LP was a throwback to 90's hip-hop in every sense, with lyrics focusing on Awon's troubled youth and tales of street grandeur, their 2nd LP sees the group maintain their signature sound while refining things both musically and lyrically. This time Awon is speaking from the present, educating youth on tracks like 'Reflections' and speaking on current social climates in 'Summer Madness' and 'Profit Off My Pain'. He has adapted his rhymes to more relevant topics while keeping his all-natural flow groove-locked in the pocket. Knowledge Of Self by Awon & Phoniks

Listen to "Finally Confident" by -topic, Willie P, Orin Be, P. Domino, Frechelle Rivers, KoolQuise, and Paris P of A.Dd+ on Bandcamp

finally confident is just that - the everlasting struggle for bravery in a world where you're expected to keep quiet. this album is the result of me finally opening my eyes, my mouth, and my mind to speak on everything from religion, peer pressure, money, and the constant day-to-day battle to stay sane. this is the world directly as i perceive it. unfiltered. uncensored. just me. finally confident. href ="http://topic. bandcamp .com/album/finally-confident">Finally Confident by -topic, Willie P, Orin Be, P. Domino, Frechelle Rivers, KoolQuise , and Paris P of A.Dd+

thawilsonblock magazine issue94 (March 23rd, 2019)

Read    ///    Download    ///    Watch Meet DJ "M Haffa" from Brooklyn, New York + Rippy Austin + Clan Destined + Lee Fields & The Expressions + Georgia Anne Muldrow + Ivan Torrent + Apollo Brown + Mr. Woodnote + And many more…

Listen to "Winter of Woodshed" album by Mr. Woodnote on Bandcamp

Mr Woodnote recorded Winter of Woodshed with two saxophones, one flute, his human beatboxing and stacks of effects. The album features the production skills of Dub Fx and vocals from some of Mr Woodnote's favourite MCs.

Listen to "Reverie - The Compilation" album by Ivan Torrent on Bandcamp

Live instruments, huge percussions, choirs, hybrid elements, and dreamy vocals gathered in a compilation of 26 tracks that you can't miss, keeping all the original sound nuances of a mastering carefully done. Reverie - The Compilation Album FLAC by Ivan Torrent

It Rains Love, by Lee Fields & The Expressions (song review by Jhantu Randall)

Read More by Jhantu Randall When it comes to an old school voice that contains both a gravelly tone and a rich vibrato look no further than a voice like Lee Fields. It’s no surprise that with a sound like that, you find that Mr. Fields has been in the industry for over 40 years. Also known as “Little JB” because of his vocal similarity to the late Godfather of Soul, James Brown, Lee Fields is celebrating releasing a new album “It Rains Love” alongside his band The Expressions who he’s played with since 2009. Lee Fields & The Expressions have released the title track to their upcoming release, “It Rains Love” slated for April 5, 2019. With and era that’s currently experiencing a certain re-emergence of R&B Soul it’s quite easy of the old heads to get lost in the fray, but even with all the new gimmicks, avenues and lanes accessible to the newer artists, there’s one thing the veterans posses that can’t be duplicated, experience; Some people can sing while others are just born to....

Listen to "The Journey" album by Rippy Austin on Bandcamp

Every once in a while, a rare individual arises on the landscape who exudes an exceptional level of artistic achievement and integrity. That individual is an artist who sets the pace, and whose name and work are synonymous with the term, “Renaissance.” Such an artist is Los Angeles-based designer, musician, rapper, singer and producer Rippy Austin, a “Renaissance Man” in the truest sense. Rippy is a 23-year-old artist who is passionate about creating music that is true to who he is. The Journey by Rippy Austin

Listen to "Self Titled" album by Clan Destined on Bandcamp

All songs written by Clan Destined (DT for Lester's House Productions/ASCAP, and AmDex/BMI for Ambidextrous Arts) as well as where noted. All Tracks produced by Yamin Semali (DJ AmDex/BMI) except 9, 13, and 19 produced by Illastrate (Illastrate Productions/ASCAP) and 10, 18 and 20 produced by DT (Lester's House Productions/ASCAP) Self Titled by Clan Destined

Listen to "Clouds" instrumental album by Apollo Brown on Bandcamp

Clouds is a 27 track instrumental project from Detroit producer Apollo Brown (The Reset, Brown Study, Gas Mask). While most have come to know Apollo's production for its smash mouth, head nodding, grime, Clouds reveals another aspect of his production ability. This complex, mello instrumental album is ideal on a winter afternoon, or as a nightcap to the day. Each track is hypnotic and imaginative. Clouds is a 52 minute instrumental ride, a backdrop for reflection. For some, clouds come to mind when pondering over the definition of being lost in thought. Formed in different sizes, shapes, and colors, set high in the sky or hanging low at arms reach, clouds seem to stir up a type of calm that we all need at times. This album is a collection of instrumentals put together to do just that. Whether to meditate on a certain mood within, or to accompany heavy reflection, Clouds puts forth music to provoke thought.   Clouds by Apollo Brown

Listen to "A Thoughtiverse Unmarred" album by Georgia Anne Muldrow on Bandcamp

Georgia Anne Muldrow is a seeker and truth-teller. The words on her first rap album—produced entirely by Chris Keys—balance a beautiful delivery with brutal honesty. These are the honest confessions of a mother who refuses to turn a blind eye to immediate and ancestral misdeeds. Her rhymes are conscious, but more importantly, they speak to our deeper conscience. A Thoughtiverse Unmarred by Georgia Anne Muldrow

Meet DJ "M Haffa" from Bronx, New York

Follow DJ M Haffa on Instagram Starting off his career at the age of 13 with a lunchbox full of Cheetos, a fistful of money, bike and a dream, DJ M Haffa watched from afar some of the greatest turntablist like Jam Master J and Grand Master Flash get to work at local parties around his neighborhood. From there, DJ M Haffa decided that it was his time to shine and so he began using his cash he saved to buy records. Later on, DJ M Haffa threw himself more in the mix and started to play at small parties, foreshadowing a close friend and then perfecting his technique day by day. Although this disc jockey had to give in his turntables and sell the records he owned to his friend while going away to college, this didn't stop DJ M Haffa for pursuing his love for music. Once graduating, he went back into the mixing field, impressing a mass of individuals all across the globe and it was all because of the choices he decided to make. Currently, he is blessed to be playing his dynamite radio sh...

"Facetious" by 5ve album review (written by Jhantu Randall)

The word “Facetious” is defined as the act of treating serious issues with deliberate inappropriate humor, so I can see where it can strike a rather visceral reaction. It’s this particular trait that I happen to enjoy in music if the artist is able to do it correctly without coming off as condescending or just down right mean. Rappers such as Redman, Ludacris and even early Eminem come to mind when it comes to having this quality and giving it a mass appeal. Needless to say, I was sent the link to an album with the name Facetious by 5ve & Gadjet. With an album carrying that name my expectations were to be humored, possibly offended and entertained overall. The title track kicks off with a good energy as 5ve’s verses show a comfortable delivery coupled with a few punchlines that are worth a playback. The song “Strange Ways” almost comes off as a satirical spin on modernizing doo-wop in it’s chorus as 5ve states: “It's nice to meet you, hello my name's Quinn, I'm here to ...

Watchyatone FINALLY drops "Love Me Like I'm Dead" feat. Big Spec & Real Kozby

Undoubtedly one of Tacoma's Best Kept Secrets, Man Listen, Watchyatone finally drops some NEW HEAT featuring NW heavyweights Big Spec & Real Kozby! Just warming up for tha Summer. Peep!

Listen to "Still" album by Clear Soul Forces on Bandcamp

Nearly four years and a number of solo projects later, Detroit’s Clear Soul Forces are back with their most impressive release to date. Still is what happens when four proven artists continue to hone their craft and find their collective flow. At 11 tracks deep, this album eschews trends and instead provides timeless, straight-up dope Hip-Hop.    Still by Clear Soul Forces

Getting Twisted Insane (article by Jhantu Randall)

Read More by Jhantu Randall Back in February I had bought tickets to a show being headlined by San Diego native, Twisted Insane. I’ve always been a fan of double time rhymers, choppers, and any quick cadence in-between. Being a listener of groups like Do or Die or artists like Twista, I was always impressed by the speed in which they flowed. From there I was drawn to Tech N9ne which I bring up for a couple of reasons, first off being given the opportunity to get in to cover that show by Lezerrick Holiday of 03 Ent. lead to the platforms I now have. In addition to that, it was through Tech N9ne’s song “World Wide Choppers” that I was first introduced to the sound of Twisted Insane, and with 03 Entertainment and Yahhh Music, started by Tazz Jones and Fasa Labree promoting and performing, this article feels as if something has come full circle. Returning to Frankie’s Sport’s bar in Olympia, I was actually excited to return to the place that kicked off my New Year. Walking in, the show wa...

thawilsonblock magazine issue93 (March 16th, 2019)

Read    ///    Download    ///    Watch Meet Dance / Hip Hop Musician Olu-Shegs from Lagos, Nigeria + Jhantu Randall reviews "The Conference of the Council" album by 2-Hye + Jeremy Soule + Chill Carrier + George Watsky + ThoughtCriminals + Margerretta + Tnarg + Tatiana Fet + and much more...

Meet Dance / Hip Hop Musician "Olu-Shegs" from Lagos, Nigeria

Facebook    ///    Soundcloud   ///    Mixcloud    ///    Spotify    ///    YouTube As a Musical artist, have produced 3 chart topping music studio albums & 20 DJ albums, with a career that has spanned for over 22 years.

Listen to "Cold Winter" album by The ThoughtCriminals on Bandcamp

Our 2011 release, which dropped about two weeks before our first trip to SXSW. This record has a lot of memories and is a great "starting point" for folks just getting into our music. Cold Winter by The ThoughtCriminals

Listen to "Nothing Like the First Time" album by George Watsky on Bandcamp

Engineered, mixed and mastered by Nils Montan Nothing Like the First Time by Watsky

Listen to "The Good Fight" album by Oddisee on Bandcamp

Imbued with love, honesty, and selflessness, The Good Fight is virtuosic in its musicality, direct in its language, and infinitely relatable. In a landscape overrun with abstract indulgence and shallow trend-chasers, the Prince George’s County, Maryland artist has created a record that reminds you that it’s music before it’s hip-hop. For Oddisee, “The Good Fight” is about living fully as a musician without succumbing to the traps of hedonism, avarice, and materialism. It’s music that yields an intangible feeling: the sacral sound of an organ whine, brass horns, or a cymbal crash. It’s a meditation on our capacity to love and the bonds binding us together. It’s our ambition and greed warring with our sense of propriety - a list of paradoxes we all face when living and striving. Oddisee’s production simmers in its own orchestral gumbo. You sense he’s really a jazzman in different form, inhabiting the spirit of Roy Ayers and other past greats. The Fader’s compared him to a musical MC Esch...

Listen to "Lucky Robot Vol. 2 - Electronic Misfits" album by Chill Carrier on Bandcamp

With release of the second volume "Electronic Misfits", the "Lucky Robot" series by Chill Carrier is now complete. While Volume 1 did take care of the softer tracks, Volume 2 has all the weird progressive and energetic little electronic misfits, the last 15 tracks made in Sebastian Kretzschmar's old production environment.  

Listen to "The Northerner Diaries Symphonic Sketches" by Jeremy Soule on Bandcamp

As a composer and performer, The Northerner Diaries are my virtual orchestral and choir “sketches” as I work towards the completion of my Symphony 1. These recordings represent wild and unfiltered ideas created in the same vein as concept art you might see from an artist prior to the commencement of an oil painting. At this stage, I have not paid any attention to structural and compositional forms as abstraction from “ginnung” or the “mighty void” is never a predictable process.   href ="http:// jeremysoule . bandcamp .com/album/the-northerner-diaries-symphonic-sketches">The Northerner Diaries Symphonic Sketches by Jeremy Soule

GANGSTA RIC "Suspect" ft. Jasper Loco (Music Video Trailer)

SUSPECT (official trailer) Artist: GANGSTA RIC featuring JASPER LOCO  Album: West Till My Death  Label: Steel Banging Music  Videography done by: E.G. Photography  Purchase album from all major digital stores. https://www.reverbnation.com/onlockent

Watch "Needed You" music video by Zooited Gang Entertainment #4MO

On Behalf Of The Gang We Wanna Give A Birthday Shout Out To Our Younger Brother ZooBaby aka Tyke ThaMob

Jhantu Randall reviews "The Conference of the Council" album by 2-Hye

Read More by Jhantu Randall In the search for new music, lately, I’ve found myself looking through the streaming sites and giving certain albums a chance based mainly off their appeal and presentation. As I have pointed out in almost every article to date, the music scene itself is suffering from a flood of monotony but it’s due to this trend that more people have the ability to broadcast and or share their music to a wider audience and giving themselves the opportunity to let their voices be heard. It’s because of this I was fortunate enough to have a been sent a link to a project by rapper, 2-Hye entitled “The Conference of the Council.” With a title like this, the bar has been set by the artist himself. Just the title “Conference of the Council” invokes an atmosphere in ones mind that is quite ambitious to begin with. The opening track, “Apartment Jam” immediately hits with a beat that brings memories of instances where you're getting ready for the night, in preparation for what...

thawilsonblock magazine issue92 (March 9th, 2019)

Read    ///    Download    ///    Watch Santia Deck talks Fitness, Sports, & Outreach in an Exclusive Interview w/ Mistah Wilson + Ozay Moore + Steve Sxaks + Sierra Nichole + so much more...

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