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Hot Traxxx / New Video: Ewe Nje by Rattex
« on: November 17, 2011, 12:48:18 PM »
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Check out the new Rattex video
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Hot Traxxx / Stamina (Video) - Cream - Prod. Hipe
« on: July 13, 2011, 04:52:36 PM »
Check it out...
Sorry - still haven't learned how to embed videos.
Sorry - still haven't learned how to embed videos.
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Hot Traxxx / The Lost Tapes - KONFAB
« on: February 16, 2011, 09:47:11 AM »
The Lost Tapes - KONFAB by Dplanet::, on Flickr
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Tale of the Tape
Recovered from the twisted wreckage of charred hard drives, scratched CD-Rs and dusty tape reels, this previously unreleased collection of KONFAB's work has finally emerged to allow you a glimpse into the mind of one of South Africa's most accomplished lyricists.
KONFAB describes himself as an, "anti-establishment, presently disadvantaged, previously dissed and damaged, seriously pissed-off, with anger mismanaged, half-foreign, urbanised darkie."
This eclectic collection spans a number of years and a variety of subject matter. KONFAB is equally comfortable dissecting the politics of post-Apartheid racial inequality, the devastating effects of colonialism or the state of hip hop.
KONFAB's quest is to stretch the barriers of language and syllabic metre to their artistic limits, whilst simultaneously delivering an impa**ioned message, often with a slightly cra** sense of humour.
The soundscape is provided by Dplanet, Hipe, Saturn (Writers Block), Ootz Tha Afronaut, Brand Lelakabe, Mpumito Bomvino and DJ Raiko. There's something for hip hop purists as well as those with more leftfield, electronic sensibilities.
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Track List
01. They Sleep (Prod. Mpumito Bomvino) (03:57)
02. Enemy of the State Ft. Oracle Flo (Prod. Dplanet) (04:13)
03. Of Hip Hop Ft. Oracle Flo (Skit) (Prod. Brand Lelakabe) (3’52)
04. Next Statement Ft. Ben Sharpa (Prod. Dplanet) (03:36)
05. Hubbub (Remix) (Prod. Dplanet) (04:37)
06. KONpliments (Prod. Saturn) (04:09)
07. What Ft. Sketch & Jaak (Prod. Hipe) (04:48)
08. KONtraversealFABetiks Ft. Oracle Flo (Prod. Brand Lelakabe / Mpumito Bomvino) (03:54)
09. Sick Spirits Ft. Vernon Visqus & aNon (Prod. Dplanet) (04:20)
10. Swart Gevaar (Prod. Brand Lelakabe) (05:07)
11. Survive (Prod. Brand Lelakabe) (05:11)
12. Do or Die (Prod. Dplanet) (04:10)
13. Hidden City (Prod. Saturn) (03:10)
14. Perspectives (Prod. Ootz Tha Afronaut) (02:51)
15. Runonsentence (Prod. Dplanet) (05:17)
16. Hobos Advice Ft. Vernon Visqus (Prod. Dplanet) (04:51)
17. Solar Eclipse (Prod. DJ Raiko) (04:19)
18. Bigger Man Ft. Matlhodi Matsei (Skit) (Prod. Brand Lelakabe) (01:42)
19. Lifelines Ft. aNon & Matlhodi Matsei (Prod. Ootz Tha Afronaut) (04:12)
20. Do or Die (Remix) (Prod. Dplanet) (04:10)
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Release Date: 16th February 2011
UPC: 859705440532
Catalog Number: PIONEERDIG004
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LISTEN & DOWNLOAD NOW - Name your price (including FREE)
http://buy.pioneerunit.com/album/the-lost-tapes
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Humour / Jokes / People who ruined the decade - 50 Cent
« on: December 15, 2009, 03:44:10 PM »
50 Cent Bought a lot of ugly houses, killed hip-hop in the process
Good work on destroying hip-hop there, Curtis Jackson. Your relentless – and highly profitable – pursuit of the lowest common denominator has turned what was once actually exciting, a musical form that had wit and imagination and some glorious fire in its belly, into something crushingly, ball-achingly tedious, a tail-chasing, scab-picking parody of itself. I mean, well done on the cash and all that, but couldn't "Fiddy" have done something more interesting with it other than just buy an ugly house, some bullet-proof vests and a bunch of vulgar motors while writing rhymes like, "'Til the sun comes up, every night, we party, yeah we party 'til daylight", or, if you prefer, "I'm in my Lambo maggot, my 4, 4 faggot …" Is that it? Is that all the hip-hop fan deserves? Apparently, yes; yes it is.
SEE ALSO G-Unit, Flo Rida, Ja Rule, The Game, Soulja Boy
http://www.guardian.co.uk/tv-and-radio/2009/dec/12/the-people-who-ruined-the-decade2
Good work on destroying hip-hop there, Curtis Jackson. Your relentless – and highly profitable – pursuit of the lowest common denominator has turned what was once actually exciting, a musical form that had wit and imagination and some glorious fire in its belly, into something crushingly, ball-achingly tedious, a tail-chasing, scab-picking parody of itself. I mean, well done on the cash and all that, but couldn't "Fiddy" have done something more interesting with it other than just buy an ugly house, some bullet-proof vests and a bunch of vulgar motors while writing rhymes like, "'Til the sun comes up, every night, we party, yeah we party 'til daylight", or, if you prefer, "I'm in my Lambo maggot, my 4, 4 faggot …" Is that it? Is that all the hip-hop fan deserves? Apparently, yes; yes it is.
SEE ALSO G-Unit, Flo Rida, Ja Rule, The Game, Soulja Boy
http://www.guardian.co.uk/tv-and-radio/2009/dec/12/the-people-who-ruined-the-decade2
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Media / spo0ky / Rattex / Nike IAM1 Collaboration
« on: November 18, 2009, 09:28:24 AM »
spo0ky / Rattex / Nike IAM1 Collaboration
Anne-Sophie Leens aka spo0ky created this set of images to illustrate the concept of Rattex's track, AirMaxin' which was made for the Nike IAM1 campaign. The track is about Rattex's desire to succeed, despite the limiting expectations some township people try to force upon him.
Rattex uses his new Nikes as a metaphor for 'making it' - they are a symbol of success, but also represent the daily hustle to survive and escape the forces that are trying to hold him back.
'Movement' is an essential part of any journey. Anne-Sophie's images show Rattex in series of dynamic situations which are distilled metaphors for overcoming the negative aspects of his environment that are trying to hold him back - there are always obstacles in his path, but by making the right choices with constant purpose, he stay on the right path.
spo0ky for NIKE IAM1 on Nikesportwear.com
Rattex for NIKE IAM1 on Nikesportwear.com
spo0ky IAM1 interview on Mahala
Download Airmaxin' by Rattex (MP3)
Anne-Sophie Leens aka spo0ky created this set of images to illustrate the concept of Rattex's track, AirMaxin' which was made for the Nike IAM1 campaign. The track is about Rattex's desire to succeed, despite the limiting expectations some township people try to force upon him.
Rattex uses his new Nikes as a metaphor for 'making it' - they are a symbol of success, but also represent the daily hustle to survive and escape the forces that are trying to hold him back.
'Movement' is an essential part of any journey. Anne-Sophie's images show Rattex in series of dynamic situations which are distilled metaphors for overcoming the negative aspects of his environment that are trying to hold him back - there are always obstacles in his path, but by making the right choices with constant purpose, he stay on the right path.
spo0ky for NIKE IAM1 on Nikesportwear.com
Rattex for NIKE IAM1 on Nikesportwear.com
spo0ky IAM1 interview on Mahala
Download Airmaxin' by Rattex (MP3)
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Hip Hop Events / 2K WE SHINE Summer Bash
« on: November 17, 2009, 10:06:42 AM »
2K WE SHINE SUMMER BASH
Hip Hop, Reggae & House Extravaganza
Live Performances by:
Black Dillinger
Driemanskap (4 x 2009 MTN Hype Awards Nominees)
Featuring:
T-bo Touch (Metro FM)
Tholi-B (Yfm)
DJ Mix
DJ Scratch
Zootah MC
Mapaputsi
Bongo Riot (Gang of Instrumentals)
Mad Koolia Ft Badda Badda (Reggae Dancehall)
Selekta O Jugglin'
DJ Splendid
Venue:
Shoosh, Cnr. Aitken & Alexandra Avenue, Midrand, Johannesburg
Date:
Friday 20th November
Time:
21:00
Price:
R80
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Hot Traxxx / Callin' It Quits (We're Here) - BEN SHARPA video.
« on: November 13, 2009, 10:51:55 AM »
Callin' It Quits (We're Here) - BEN SHARPA
Prod. Milanese.
Art direction and post production by spo0ky.
Prod. Milanese.
Art direction and post production by spo0ky.
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Hot Traxxx / Deep Level
« on: November 06, 2009, 10:47:54 AM »
Listen to Deep Level's soon to be released album, Deep Level.
http://www.reverbnation.com/deeplevel
Deep Level is Gaoza and Lebza formerly of Hidden Force.
http://www.reverbnation.com/deeplevel
Deep Level is Gaoza and Lebza formerly of Hidden Force.
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Hip Hop Events / Basic Training Sessions 002
« on: November 03, 2009, 02:26:39 PM »
Basic Training Sessions 002
We're taking back the city. Hip Hop like it's supposed to be done.
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Pioneer Unit is launching an all-out offensive in the form of a bi-weekly club night to win back the hearts and minds of Capetonians, re-tuning their ears to the best the Cape Town and global hip hop scene has to offer: Basic Training Sessions.
The dance floor will be bumpin' with a diverse selection of the freshest global and local hip hop. The night will be 'curated' and hosted by one of South Africa's most respected hip hop veterans, DJ Raiko. We will have bi-weekly roster of guest DJs, producers and emcees, all carefully selected for their creative and technical skills. Naturally Pioneer Unit will be in full effect with your favourite artists and producers in residence.
What makes Basic Training Sessions unique is the live hip hop elements such as turntablism, live producer beat-making sets, live bands and, of course, emcees. These elements will be seamlessly integrated into a Jamaican-style DJ session to create a non-stop entertainment experience.
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Expect to hear:
Raekwon, Rattex, Elzhi, Driemanskap, Gin-i Grindith, Ohmega Watts, Ben Sharpa, Roots Manuva, Black Milk, Jaak, KONFAB, Blu, Jay Dee, Slum Village, J*Davey, Mos Def, MOP, ATCQ, Busta Rhymes, Stacy Epps, Archetypes, Platinum Pied Pipers, Damola, Unspoken Heard, Bilal, Hymphatic Thabs, Pacific Division, Johnson and Johnson, John Robinson, Jazzy Jeff, Exile, Ill Skillz, Stephen Marley, Self Scientific, Sa-Ra Creative Partners, Count Ba** D, MF Doom, Dave Ghetto, De la Soul, Diverse, Dangermouse, J Rawls, Dudley Perkins, Georgia Anne Muldrow, El da Sensei, Emanon, Ghostface, HBMS, Illa J, Ill Poetic, Invincible, Jake One, Jigamastas, Chronic Clan, Kan Kick, Madvillian, Mode9, Zimbabwe Legit, Simba, TOP, Lootpack, Asheru and Blue Black, FiFi, Guilty Simpson, (along with a couple good old cla**ics and much much more).
You'll also experience all that sounds that hip hop has influenced and evolved into: Spaza (Cape Town hip hop), Afrikaans, UK hip hop, trip hop, dancehall, electro, glitch, grime and any hybrid of these genres - the common theme will be keeping the party live on a Friday night.
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On Deck:
DJ Raiko
Guest Instructor:
Klinikal
Troops:
El Nino (Driemanskap)
Ma-B (Driemanskap)
Teba (The Original Social Worker)
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Date: Friday 13th November
The Castle Hotel (Upstairs)
Cnr. Constitution Street and Canterbury Street
(Behind The a**embly)
Google Map: http://bit.ly/zStM7
Lat: 33º 55' 42" S / Long: 18º 25' 29" E
R30.
More Info: Facebook - Search 'Basic Training Sessions'
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Hot Traxxx / Streets Video - Rattex
« on: October 19, 2009, 04:04:42 PM »Artist: Rattex
Album: Bread and Butter
Producer: Nyambz
Video by: Greenhaus Productions
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Hip Hop Events / Basic Training Sessions 001
« on: October 12, 2009, 10:10:28 AM »
Basic Training Sessions 001
We're taking back the city. Hip Hop like it's supposed to be done.
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Pioneer Unit is launching an all-out offensive in the form of a bi-weekly club night to win back the hearts and minds of Capetonians, re-tuning their ears to the best the Cape Town and global hip hop scene has to offer: Basic Training Sessions.
The dance floor will be bumpin' with a diverse selection of the freshest global and local hip hop. The night will be 'curated' and hosted by one of South Africa's most respected hip hop veterans, DJ Raiko. We will have bi-weekly roster of guest DJs, producers and emcees, all carefully selected for their creative and technical skills. Naturally Pioneer Unit will be in full effect with your favourite artists and producers in residence.
What makes Basic Training Session unique is the live hip hop elements such as turntablism, live producer beat-making sets, live bands and, of course, emcees. These elements will be seamlessly integrated into a Jamaican-style DJ session to create a non-stop entertainment experience.
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Expect to hear:
Raekwon, Rattex, Elzhi, Driemanskap, Gin-i Grindith, Ohmega Watts, Ben Sharpa, Roots Manuva, Black Milk, Jaak, KONFAB, Blu, Jay Dee, Slum Village, J*Davey, Mos Def, MOP, ATCQ, Busta Rhymes, Stacy Epps, Archetypes, Platinum Pied Pipers, Damola, Unspoken Heard, Bilal, Hymphatic Thabs, Pacific Division, Johnson and Johnson, John Robinson, Jazzy Jeff, Exile, Ill Skillz, Stephen Marley, Self Scientific, Sa-Ra Creative Partners, Count Ba** D, MF Doom, Dave Ghetto, De la Soul, Diverse, Dangermouse, J Rawls, Dudley Perkins, Georgia Anne Muldrow, El da Sensei, Emanon, Ghostface, HBMS, Illa J, Ill Poetic, Invincible, Jake One, Jigamastas, Chronic Clan, Kan Kick, Madvillian, Mode9, Zimbabwe Legit, Simba, TOP, Lootpack, Asheru and Blue Black, FiFi, Guilty Simpson, (along with a couple good old cla**ics and much much more).
You'll also experience all that sounds that hip hop has influenced and evolved into: Spaza (Cape Town hip hop), Afrikaans, UK hip hop, trip hop, dancehall, electro, glitch, grime and any hybrid of these genres - the common theme will be keeping the party live on a Friday night.
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On Deck:
DJ Raiko
Guest Instructors:
Nastie Ed
Klinikal
Troops:
Rattex
Jaak
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Launch Party: Friday 30th October
The Castle Hotel (Upstairs)
Cnr. Constitution Street and Canterbury Street
(Behind The a**embly)
Google Map: http://bit.ly/zStM7
Lat: 33º 55' 42" S / Long: 18º 25' 29" E
R30.
Drinks specials TBC
More Info: Facebook - Search 'Basic Training Session'