Madness - Madhattan Mayor X Robert Deniro

What It Sound Like?

Money is the motivation. They hang it from a string in front of you. When you need it the most nobody's around. When you have it, people with money spend with you. That's not the tip of the iceberg, Madhattan Mayor goes further into detail. He pours his experiences out to some story telling keys by Robert Deniro.

The cold background deepens the expression of the content from the artist. The details get graphic, some readers may have been in similar situations. The street route taught Madhattan lessons, and he capitalized. As noted, his focus is the music. This year he looks to see more results for his work. With his tunes on popular DJ mixes, he's starting off right, to say the least. You will also notice beats Deniro made on those mixes.

 This is another ill connection he made with Rob, their able to feed off each other naturally. This is only a sample. They locked in for for five joints on the San Gennaro EP. You're listening to this, you better check out the project. For the collectors, physicals are also available at Bandcamp.

I'm grateful with the level of artists that confide in my writings. Grateful for the gift and all that enjoy it. Praise Yahweh!

Koronoa Kickback - Enonomous

What It Sound Like?

I just got some news I'm having trouble digesting. Sure, by now you have also heard about it. I wasn't gonna start out like this, but I can't ignore the passing of Nipsey Hussle. Before I introduce this new artist, I want to biggup the existence, plus achievements. His music helped me in some low times and during celebration. Anyone who rides in the V with me knows that. Godspeed, may his message be received. 

This tune to is a feel good vibe. Something to bring us up in spirit. Say peace to Enonomous, he brought us some Queens cookout music. He's got a 90's party track on his hands. This cool wave was produced by Dalton Odom Beats. The artist takes us through a regular day in the Q-Boro. This is smooth enough for radio play, and he manages to sneak witty lines in his music. 

The Hollis kid shows some organic visuals of action with the team. I like to mix up my musical intake. This is dope to see young artists make vids like this. If you noticed the opening, his album art is a vinyl. So, he pays homage to the ones that pushed the culture. 

Pull up on YouTube and subscribe.  Let him know your reactions. Thank you for letting me know how you feel about RAN. I continue to pray for my peers. May the Lord comfort the family of Ermias Asghedom!

Surfboard Assassins - Cocareef X Wavy Da Ghawd

What If Sound Like?

All the readers know, it's no training wheels around here or no nursery rhymes. What I'm about to present to you, is almost unfair. A roster of mic mercenaries. All gathered by the ideal hustler in this  era, Cocareef. Like minds attract, so every contributing artist is carrying Hip Hop on their back. His last album was a success, SA produced by Wavy Da Ghawd is already generating revenue. 

Here's a producer who's heart speaks through the music. Long time periods on the road away from his little daughter. Transfers the pain transfers into audio creations, remaining as therapy for the time apart. I like the direction of his ranging sound for this project. he keeps getting better. Sedizzy joins Reef for the first track, The Lizard King . It's a street meeting of the minds. You get your flash of the game, but they flood you with brain food  along the way. Keep the slick raps coming. Lava Waves gets deep with lyrical,  Chava Style. You could get lifted off the background. The emcees zone out on this air walking beat. Gotta roll up to this one.

Cocareef went around the corner and scooped up Lupus Dei For Men In Grey Suits. His verse is classy as the sample. I could easily see where he was coming from. Following, Deuce Hennessy is right in his lane of one - on - verses. You could picture who he's talking to. Seven had me thinking about a relationship on the last clip, and I'm not in one. What I am in, is this next joint with General Back Pain.Wait till you hear this beat... All of us are vets, though it was recorded separately. Since we live in different states. So, I'm just getting to hear the other verses and hook. It's no need to question did these brothers are Making The Drop!

Killy Shoot steps in for the metaphoric gun talk.  

There was point earlier I thought I heard Cocareef singing, I'm convinced now. That's him backing the hook. Besides the clever verbals, the artists used their executive production skills, as well. You'll notice how ill they utilized one another as a team in Pit Dog Barrel.  

One of  the early releases, 'Lyrical LayBack' Back hosts Vinny Vindetta. He's taking out the rivals with knowledge. Reef spits fire verses throughout the album, the comfort level on this song has to be my favorite. He's enjoying deading opposers. 

Clean Waves is dark and gritty. This smoker is set off by Enox. He spits that go getter flow, bag motivated. HomeTeam point guard, Deuce Hennessy dropped back in for another body. The closer is a tune we touched on a couple weeks ago. Whata Mess raspy voice wakes you up, he has made himself unmistakable with . General Back Pain also doubled up to lay one more down. Coca defines Loyalty in all his efforts. He will step with his best foot forward in all occasions. 

I dig his ability to bounce energy off different artists. It flows natural, no effort was wasted. Leading collaboration can be done by any one. To lead it effectively takes a certain level of character. It's not just the music. Look at the artwork and merch.  Biggups to Reef for bringing the vision together. Thank you for letting me wet the track up. These are my kind of emcees. Pick up your copy at your favorite platform. Thanks to everybody up with us. Jah Bless!

The FITH Laboratory - Norm Regular X Fith

What It Sound Like?

Here's another one that's been burning a hole in my audio bank. I'm glad I  get to write about talented, hard workers. You should recognize both qualitues in Norm Regular. Despite the name, there's nothing normal or regular about this flow. Which is what draws me. He's got such a mature style at his young age. The Baltimore streets could really speed up one's growth process. 

Norm takes piece of the action with an EP produced by Fith. Interesting how Full Metal Alchemist was chosen for vocal drops. They used rare elements to make bangers out of this three pack. These tracks are refreshing. No one else is rockin this style. The first tune metaphorically sounds like it's from another dimension. Blend of electronic and Boom Bap while this Golden Era groomed emcee breathes life over it.

Destructions Left Hand, when I hear his voice tone along with projection, I can't ignore the Rakim comparison. Of course, his content and flow are of his own. So don't confuse that statement.  "Mets fitted low smoke blow in my eye, this on the permanent, so niggas don't determine I'm high." The artist gives us piece of his personality, plus his travels. Queens has become another home for Regular. While he makes physical trips, his music also remains in motion reaching a bigger fan base. The knowledge is expressed heavy in Laboratory 5. Without spitting about trafficking or wetting somebody up, this is so hard. He said he rhyme with telekinesis. You could also relate the information to Five Percenters mentioned in the opening. 

This album is full of depth. It is a short piece, yet it's complete. You will walk away knowing about the emcee. Also, it opens up that door that makes you look for more Norm Regular. One half of the Korner Boys, repping TFMG. I know Mak P is proud of his brother's efforts. Let's put this on repeat. I have a feeling he's got a project on the way soon, and I anticipate it. Make sure you follow and share this work. Thank everybody for staying up with me. May the Lord keep blessing you!  

A Honorable Man Always Faces Death - Dot-Com Intelligence

What It Sound Like?

Here's an artist that knows his worth. Yes, we got another spiritual emcee for you, Dot Com Intelligence. This Maryland (DMV) spitta is a throwback to the Hip Hop enforcers speaking knowledge. Matter of fact, he's so aware of self he produced a good portion of this album, himself. Starting with Definitely, percussive and 60's Soul vocals backing it. 

An aggressive flow, type to hurt feelings of the soft rappers. Chiaroscuro
 a journey of the artist becoming, produced by Blaqknight. He chops game over the break.  The contents that have him on point, today. So discipline to the craft, he homages M.O.P in his chorus. Original Super Legend provides an instrumental to march to on The Will Of D.  DCI brings that same energy with a shattering hook. The artist is willing to go all out for what he believes in. He ties the connection of the letter starting his name and the word, death. So, believe he's got a lot of living to do, and that's not mediocre.

The next tune welcomes an appearance by London Boii. Here, the rhymers show and prove on the tune, Kings. A boom bap piece layed by Le Daltonien, one of our friends at RAN. Dot goes back to work on the keys during Annihilate-Articulate. This joint he slays the mic and evil forces. Metaphorically brings death to the opposition. Our homie Chuck Chan whipped up this background. I thought those slaps sounded familiar. 

This is a man far from denial, life and death are constant topics. If I Die Tonight is a tune about accomplishments and shortcomings. Whether or not the job has been completed. Realizing there a people alive and just living. He mentions rebirth, aware being able to make your destiny. This one is heavily spiritual speaking of the physical and the dimensional. The lo-fi sound is from illien Rosewell, a smoker's choice. Next two are produced by Dot, one has a feature from the bubbling, Jamil Honesty. They join forces on Abide, but they set their own rules. Not willing to conform.

Silence Or Be Silenced is an anthem. This is a motivational joint If ever in doubt, if ever feel the odds are against you. You gotta protect yourself, and if you want something you gotta go get it. That's what I get from this message. The self-titled banger carries us out with the loop killer, Won87. It leaves a statement. "It gets bloody as a menstrual I refuse to be in a minstrel" mentioned in verse one. He then, plays on dancing again in verse two, "I do a freedom, death dance for my ancestors" 

This is an empowering LP, on several fronts. 

For emcees, for spirituality, for minorities, etc. Stop by your favorite major platform to pick this up. Add to your playlists. Be sure to follow for upcoming music and all related. Thank you for supporting, Jah bless!

RTR Freestyle - Jamal Gasol

What It Sound Like?

This artist makes me feel like a scout that told you about a future NBA star. I never want to mislead the public about the featured artists' success. They achieved them through their efforts. I have been fortunate to contribute to the movement as a vessel. Jamal Gasol and I linked on mutual respect. Since, we've seen him go from the back blocks to Shade45 and ThisIs50. Can't wait for that Jack Thriller interview!

A lot is going on for the Diadora Don. He grabbed another hot one from Sadhugold. The sounds are so harmonic. A slow tempo, sort of a signature selection of  beats for Jamal. Never leaves the streets unfed. He dropped off this deadly one - verser, corner store flow. I'm really enjoying the artistry he is tapping into. The rhymes have been dope, I have noticed growth over the years. Currently, he sounds even sharper. 

The Cruiser Weight champ sits down on his punches! "Mask with the strap in the back, Rip Hamilton." Soon to move up another weight class.

You better go listen to this at SoundCloud. Cost nothing to pay attention. Do remember, you can catch Mr 31 live in San Diego 3/30/2019. He's rockin an event put on by 

Daniel Leviathan and Eto. If you're in the area, go enjoy the show. People have been spreading the word about RAN, thank you. More to come. Jah bless!

The Get Back - John Creasy X Killy Shoot X Robert Dinero

What It Sound Like?

I see you 're still up with me. I ain't empty handed, neither. This one is from three brothers I became cool with from the energy of this music. There tagged in nuff RAN posts. Once, on the same album. Now, we get John Creasy, Killy, Shoot, and Robert Dinero working on the same track. 

The emcees go over rainy days that poured before the beach weather. This is so based on a true story. Each member of this trio recently has been seeing greater achievements in their craft. Working with influential artists, plus radio appearances for huge stations. Their music is playing in higher volume. What I also respect, they're still grinding. 

This track has a jazzy piano that keeps playing in your head. Such light notes for a tune this hard. Gotta love that Boom Bap! These verses not only entertain, they reel you in with situations you found yourself in before. Though, we're in the gritty era, you still gotta have fun doing this. I could tell its been a pleasurable experience through the music. Another element of tunes sounding and feeling good. 

This is something to ride to, along with the remainder of the new album, EXODUS. Solely produced by Rob and penned by John. This is a Bandcamp pick up, keep supporting. I appreciate all of you rockin with me, as well. Blessings from Yashua!