Check out the brand new 5th single off of the "Empire of Fear LP" by Guerilla Alliance, to be released on Planet X Records LLC.
The LP will offer guest appearances from artists like: the West Coast Activist Highdro from Las Vegas NV,
Richard Raw aka Tehutimos from Philadelphia, Rasul Allah7 of the legendary The Lost Children Of Babylon,
Tone Spliff, Block McCloud of Army Of The Pharaohs, among many others! Productions from Macabean, Amos The Ancient Prophet, among many others.
Guerilla Alliance - Scimitar Feat. Highdro, & Richard Raw aka Tehutimos (Prod. Macabean the Rebel)
Check out more official leaks from the project on Planet X Records LLC's official YouTube channel: Click Here
Angles of Perception (Consisting of Life Scientist & Tos El Bashir) releases their brand new album, entitled "Angels of Perception", through Revolt Motion Recordings.
The album consists of 14 tracks, and offers guest appearances from artists like: Jah Born, GME of 7, Math 720, Aslaam Mahdi, Ill Tragedy, and Righteous Da Goddess. Productions from: Kuma 777, Tapez Productions, Ill Majestic Productions, Deedalimbless, Life Scientist, Infidel Beats, 7th Galaxy, Zenghi, Last Bronzeman, and Tony Tone. Cuts by: DJ Coach One.
Track Listing: 01. Intro - DJ Coach One 02. Angles of Perception (Produced by Kuma 777) 03. Problem 13 (Produced by Tapez Productions, cuts by DJ Coach One) 04. Engineers of Justice (Produced by Kuma 777) 05. Grime Feat. Jah Born (Produced by Ill Majestic Productions) 06. Can't Stand Feat. GME of 7 (Produced by Deedalimbless) 07. Interlude (Produced by Life Scientist) 08. Uncharted Feat. Jah Born, & Math 720 (Produced by Infidel Beats) 09. Cultural Division (Produced by 7th Galaxy) 10. Herbs (Produced by Kuma 777) 11. Activated Interlock Feat. Aslaam Mahdi (Produced by Zenghi) 12. Math Build (Produced by Last Bronzeman, Cuts by DJ Coach One) 13. Fugitive (Produced by Last Bronzeman) 14. 64 Squares Feat. Ill Tragedy, & Righteous Da Goddess (Produced by Tony Tone)
Album: Angles of Perception By: Angles of Perception (Life Scientist & Tos El Bashir) Year: 2013 Release Date: February 26, 2013 Label: Revolt Motion Recordings Official Homepage:Revolt Motion Recordings Buy:Bandcamp , Revolt-Motion
Check out the new track and official music video for the track "Demons" by the upcoming emcee Core. Produced by Rafael Z. Video directed by JMF and Rafael Z.
Brand new track from the debut album by Young, Black And Gifted (The group consisting of Azariah & Kidd Called Quest). "All Real" from the new album "Long Time Coming"
KdawG sat down to have a little conversation with the upcoming indie rapper- and producer Rafael Z! Spiritual Revolutionary Hip Hop Entertainment presents the brand new interview with Rafael Z, done by KdawG for S-R-H-H, Ent. 2013:
KdawG:Yeah. Glad to finally have you here, Raf. How are you today?
Rafael Z: Maannn, I'm glad to do interview as well, especially on a beautiful day up here in Washington. I'm doing great, by the way, and how about yourself?
KdawG: That sounds very good. I am good as well, thanks.
We are already well into the new year, 2013. And you have already released a few joints this year. You had a production on Core's latest single "Sleep Tonight", as well as your own track "Too Good For Me", both raps and production from yourself. Will we be able to see this track on an upcoming album?
Rafael Z: I'm really proud of both tracks and what the finished products sound like, but when it comes to "Too Good For Me", you will most definitely hear that on an upcoming album.
KdawG: OK. I understand. And no doubt, you should be proud of the finished results. It looks bright for the upcoming months. It sounds like you may be planning a solo album to drop this year. Do you got more plans or do you take it as it comes?
Rafael Z: I am, in fact... maybe a few small tapes just to lead up to the full length tape(s). I plan on doing a lot more music videos (just getting into that field) and producing A LOT of instrumentals. I also plan on doing a lot more shows, where it be open mics or just rocking the stage, regardless!
KdawG:Great! Sounds like you got many things in the works.
Seems like we all have a lot to look forward to. Do you got any release dates or is it to early to say? And can we expect any guest appearances on this projects?
Rafael Z:Yes, and that we do, haha. Well, I'll be dropping singles every now and then, and eventually I'll put down a release date for the tapes the songs are from. It depends, but I'm considering having artists Core, JMF, Soul Percept, A+(Austeezy), and anyone else who catches my ear.
KdawG:Right, that sounds like a good idea. We looking forward to these projects, Raf. Let's talk a little about last year. You released several projects, like your debut EP "The Deaf Listener", which had guest appearances from artists like Core, JMF, and Brandon Rosales. You also
released "It Happensss Beat Tape", which was an instrumentals tape. At the end of the year you also came with "The Ladybug EP". You worked hard.
Were you satisfied with the outcome of these projects as well?
Rafael Z: Thanks, man, haha. Many of the covers of the tapes I did, produced for, had guest appearances are on your cover photo, and that's dope as fuck.I'm VERY satisfied with the work I've done over the last year, and I can look back to those tapes and see what I can improve on and whatnot. My favorite tape so far is "The Ladybug EP" cuz it all comes from the soul.
KdawG:Your damn right, Raf! They are all featured on the cover photo of the S-R-H-H pages, and that's because they are all very impressive. So you certainly have every reason to be happy about the albums and EP's you released last year, as well as the ones that you were featured on.
Rafael Z:Thanks, man!! I'm very appreciative of you and what you do for your blog.
KdawG:Thanks, I am glad that you appreciate the love you get from S-R-H-H. All your works were published on the blog of S-R-H-H last year. And I am looking forward to follow you this year as well. But l'm curious, what inspires Rafael Z to write?
Rafael Z:Thanks, again! What inspires me to write is anything and everything I've witnessed, encountered, and experienced; I can't write a song if it doesn't do with any of those three. I used to write about the typical shit about how mainstream is garbage and whatnot... I've learned instead that it's better to accept ALL kinds of music whether it be on the radio or not cuz I would very much enjoy my music reaching all kinds of people regardless of their music preferences instead of staying in one spot all the time, you know? I gotta stay updated and never be scared of experimenting.
KdawG: I see what you mean, man. specifically, it is important to look at other genres, and see what one can possibly be inspired by, and use it in their own music. That's what most underground and indie artists do today as well. But yeah, you got some points, but it's no doubt that you got your own style, and
even if you are an open person, as you say; Your tracks is really carrying on some deep soulful music, real hip hop! But I really feel you and I wish you a lot of success with your music, real musicians deserves that. Too bad that too many talented artists never get off the ground though. Any particular artists or producers who have been inspirational to you, which you wish to mention? Both from hip hop and/or other genres.
Rafael Z:I feel it and thanks for that! That's true... I believe that several talent musicians don't know where to start and build a foundation for themselves and/or are not ready to show off their skills.... that's what I've seen lately.
Artists that influence/inspire me include: Slug (from Atmosphere), Kanye West, Murs, Jay-Z, Evidence, and Eminem. I really would like to sing like David Ruffin, by the way, hahaha.
Producers that influence me include: 9th Wonder, J Dilla, Flying Lotus, Knxwledge, Shlohmo, Black Milk, and Dr. Dre. And anyone else who's proficient in that spaced-out, echo-ey, experimental sound.
KdawG:Yeah, you're right man. But it's also important to remember that something that starts out to be a small thing, can actually grow very big. We have some examples of artists and groups in the hip hop underground, which has always worked hard and founded their own labels, are doing pretty big today. Just to name someone quickly we got JMT, which independently has been growing to become one of the biggest in the underground, and reaches people all over the world, and they are reaching pretty high numbers when it comes to fans and views, at least for being so independent as always.
When it comes to the people you feel inspired by, I feel you. A good mix of producers and rappers, and I can actually hear it on your instrumentals. But again, it is something unique and experimental, as you said.
Rafael Z:Oh, of course, man!! It just takes A LOT of dedication and motivation to get where you want to be. Yeah, and one day I hope to meet them... When I first found out about J Dilla, it was sad that I found he died two years prior to when I found out about him... but his music stills continues to inspire and influence A LOT of producers, I'll tell you that, haha. I like to mix it up, but still lead back to my roots on every instrumental and song.
KdawG: Yeah, I never doubt that man. You got this! Keep working hard, and I think you have the right beliefs and thoughts about how you are going to be able to grow in this music industry. One last question about your music; What's your favorite track (of your own tracks) from last year? Personally I like "Black Sheep" Feat. JMF, from the Deaf Listener EP, and "Add A Little Sugar", from the Ladybug EP is an obvious favorite.
Rafael Z:I gotchu man, and I'll always remember my first interview, ahah. I have a few such as "Black Sheep (feat. JMF)", "Add A Little Sugar", "Scarlyt", and "Anny C (Silly Bitch)"... but if I had to choose I'd pick "Scarlyt" cuz it sounds very different from any track I'll and ever do again.
KdawG:Good to hear, Raf! (Laughs). Yeah I feel you, that's a good one too.
Do you got any shot outs, or anything special you want to say at the end?
Rafael Z:I'd like to give a shout to Kdawg for this opportunity, first of all! haha. For his dope ass blog, which I recommend EVERYONE to check out!! I wanna give a shout out to the homies Core, JMF, Soul Percept, and A+(Austeezy) for being true to themselves and putting in hella effort in their music. My final shout out goes to all those that used to fuck with me... who NOW want to fuck with me. haha.
The last thing I wanna say is thanks again Kdawg for this interview, and I hope your blog expands and flourishes!!
KdawG: Great shot outs, fam. And no problem at all, I am glad that you could make it to the interview! And yeah, it's time to show this interview to the fans as well. Thanks for the nice words, I truly appreciate it! Much success for you, once again Raf! Peace Out
Rafael Z:Ight, fam. Likewise! Peace and out! Don't forget to check out more from Rafael Z and his fam on this page collection: Search: Rafael Z Follow Rafael Z @therafaelz Subscribe to the official Rafael Z YouTube channel: Rafael Z Like his official Facebook for updates: Rafael Z
Killah Priest of Wu-Tang Clan finally releases the brand new album, entitled "The Psychic World of Walter Reed", through Proverbs Records. The album consists of whole 41 tracks(!) and offers guest appearances from artists like: Ghostface Killah of Wu-Tang Clan, Inspectah Deck of Wu-Tang Clan, The RZA of Wu-Tang Clan, George Clinton, Lord Fury, Raekwon of Wu-Tang Clan, and Alita Dupray. Productions from: St. Peter, Jordan River Banks, Kalisto, Purpose, Ciph Barker, Ayatollah, Agallah The Don, RZA of Wu-Tang Clan, GZA of Wu-Tang Clan, True Master, Shaolin Monks, 4th Disciple, Mercilles, Federico Cisik Lopez, Godz Wrath, M.O.D. The Black Marvel, and Killah Priest himself. You can check out four tracks on Spiritual Revolutionary Hip Hop Entertainment's Official YouTube channel (Promo): Killah Priest - The Psychic World of Walter Reed (2013) Playlist by TheSpiritualhiphop Purchase/Buy/Support: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/psychic-world-walter-reed/id600580834
Track Listing:
01. The Opening (Produced by St. Peter)
02. Shadow Landz (Produced by Jordan River Banks)
03. New Reality (Produced by Jordan River Banks)
04. Street Thesis (Produced by Kalisto)
05. Ein Sof (Paradise) (Produced by Jordan River Banks)
06. Developing Story (Produced by Kalisto)
07. Brilliantaire (Produced by St. Peter)
08. The Park (Produced by Kalisto)
09. Devotion to the Saints Feat. Ghostface Killah & Inspectah Deck of Wu-Tang Clan (Produced by Kalisto)
10. Visionz (Produced by Purpose)
11. The Winged People (Produced by St. Peter)
12. Peace God (Produced by Ciph Barker)
13. The Spell (Produced by Ciph Barker)
14. Super God (Produced by Ayatollah)
15. Salute (Produced by Kalisto)
16. They Say (Produced by Kalisto)
17. The Elders Gave Us Aura (Produced by Agallah The Don)
18. The Seer, The Poet (Produced by Jordan River Banks)
19. Currents of Events (Produced by Ciph Barker)
20. Energy Work Feat. The RZA (Produced by RZA)
21. The Pwowr (Problem Solver) (Produced by True Master, GZA, & Shaolin Monks)
22. The Black Market (Produced by Ciph Barker, & Beat Butcha)
23. L Theanine (Produced by Purpose)
24. Tonite We Ride Feat. George Clinton (Produced by Jordan River Banks)
25. Tower (The Visitor) (Produced by St. Peter)
26. Fortune Teller (Produced by St. Peter)
27. Think Priest (Good Thoughts) (Produced by Jordan River Banks)
28. Golden Calf (Produced by Ciph Barker)
29. Fire Stone (Produced by RZA)
30. Mentalude (Just My Thoughts) (Produced by Killah Priest, & GZA)
31. Lord Marduk Feat. Lord Fury (Produced by Mercilles)
32. Music of the Spheres (Produced by Jordan River Banks)
33. Anakim Dreams (Produced by 4th Disciple)
34. How I Write (Produced by Ciph Barker)
35. Wubian Nation Feat. Raekwon (Produced by Federico Cisik Lopez)
36. The Document (Produced by Godz Wrath)
37. Listen to Me (Produced by Kalisto)
38. Lotus Flower (Produced by St. Peter)
39. The Question (Produced by Killah Priest)
40. Love Is Life Feat. Alita Dupray (Produced by M.O.D. The Black Marvel)
41. Nazareth (Produced by Jordan River Banks)
Album: The Psychic World of Walter Reed By: Killah Priest of Wu-Tang Clan Year: 2013 Release Date: February 25, 2013 Label: Proverbs Records Official Homepage: KillahPriest.com Buy: itunes.apple.com, amazon.com
