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Nonfictional Fantasies had the opportunity to interview DJ Drama.(T.I's official DJ + Gangsta Grillz Mixtape Orginator + Aphilliates Fouder, etc) Once again, another exclusive article written by yours truly....enjoy...The standard textbook definition of affiliation is the act of consorting with or joining together with others. As the founder of the all-star DJ team, The Aphilliates (DJ Sense, DJ Don Cannon, DJ Jaycee, DJ Ox, and DJ Jamad), DJ Drama’s proven ability to thrive off of relationships has helped him to garner exponential success in the hip-hop industry. DJ Drama is very much aware of this penchant for comradery and believes that these “relationships are definitely the key to a lot of [his] success.”
DJ Drama (also known as Mr. Thanksgiving) has much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving holiday. In addition to being T.I’s official tour DJ, Drama recently launched Aphilliates Music Group and will soon release a Gangsta Grillz LP this year. Though things seem to be on the up and up, with a name like Drama, it is no surprise that the critically acclaimed DJ has encountered his fair share of drama this year. Read on as DJ Drama sits down with Yo! Raps to discuss his take on shots from DJ Kayslay, his upcoming Gangsta Grillz LP, and why he will reign supreme among hip-hop DJs for years to come. It’s Gangsta Grillz you bastards, the IPod King has arrived, stand up and pay attention! [Continue post here.]
OK..it's one thing to have financial woes, but I never imagined I'd see the day Mike Tyson was tricking off....whoa
Nas' album may be the best one he's had in a while. Nas - Where Are They Now (radio rip)
Additionally, this Fabolous - Kanye track Like This is pretty catchy considering the fact I usually can't stand F-A-B etc.....
In closing, the kid J.A.M.E.S has gone global...did I ever mention the fact that he speaks German too..
Just some random sh*t for a Sunday......
Our man J.A.M.E.S has just been given ANOTHER feature...this time he graces the front page of HipandPop....Read the commentary believe and be sure to check the rest of the feature on HipandPop !
J.A.M.E.S. Watts. This New York rapper is a musician/lyricist who touches on the various topics of life…Unlike most MC’s, he chooses to rap about the struggles of life, death, relationships and finer things in life rather than saturate the industry with lyrics about sex, drugs, hoes & clothes….When I listened to “Traces of Hope”, I realized that this fellow was not your average rapper… When he spits you can see that he makes his music and that his music makes him…Coming from a racially mixed background, J.A.M.E.S. Watts appears to be a taste of what is genuinely missing in the industry…He’s an example of trueness to self and reality…He has been and continues to be approached by various record labels such as Def Jam, SRC/Universal and Interscope…When I landed on this fellow’s page, I knew I had to post him. Continue post here.
50 Cent .vs. Havoc? Apparently 50's not trying to share Havoc's production outside of the G-Unit camp.
The internet version of the man I met this week[I really did] might just be fake.
Last night, I heard the entire [good looks J.A.M.E.S]Jay-Z LP, Kingdom Come and was pretty satisfied. I don't want to get sued, but listen to these tracks anyway. What's the point of buying albums if they leak weeks before the release date?
Do U Wanna Ride - Jay-Z ft. John Legend [produced by Kanye]
Beach Chair - Jay-Z ft. Chris Martin
Haven't had the chance to find CD quality audio, but this Nas ft. Jay-Z track Black Republican is BANANAS. [what a way to finish the 4th quarter]
Fidel Castro will die in 18 months.
You know things are getting real when college professors win the right to blaze WEED in their office.
The Democrats may indeed Bring The Troops Home from Iraq...which I believe is wishful thinking...
Recently, embattled Jacob the Jeweler demands his moula from Scarface.
Also had the opportunity to see Method Man, Immortal Technique, Masta Killa, Inspectah Deck and others tear down the Nokia Theater in NYC Saturday Night. I have a newfound respect for Method Man...dude was crowdsurfing and WALKED over the crowd....literally. Based upon Method Man's amazing performance of his lengthy catalog of hits[i.e Bring The Pain, Method Man, Triumph, What the Bloodclot, Poisonous Darts, et al]....maybe he should get more respect as a veteran of the Hip-Hop community? Besides Belly, maybe it was poor choices in selecting slapstick movie roles that took away from how he is perceived. In closing, MarlonBando knew the words to every single Wu-Tang song performed that night....that's what I call a true WU fanatic!
"We don't believe you...you need more people" - Jay-Z
The aforementioned quote does not apply to The Game....who enlisted the rap industry for the One Blood Remix....
Get your vote on today....even if the system is a bit flawed....
Kanye West acting extra extra effeminate at the MTV European Awards....GOT DAMN KANYE!
Why can't we just use Hip-Hop to spread the Christian message? [laughs]
Then again.....maybe Kanye Punk'd us all......
Being a sex offender is bad enough,but when the legal system requires you to where a Sex Offender T-shirt...that's something else.
Jay-Z is in the Financial Times.
Oh yeah....... by the way Jayecon Taylor leaked his own album...sure.
Look out for my man J.A.M.E.S to be featured on hipandpop.com tomorrow! [very strong look for the team....]
Posts have been a bit shaky........but, I had the opportunity to catch up with Sadat X before his unfortunate incarceration last month.....read on to hear his views regarding the current state of hip-hop, Fat Joe + Big Pun in the 80s, and much more. Enjoy another classic hip-hop article by yours truly........
When hip-hop connoisseurs speak on the culture, it is impossible to forgo mentioning veteran emcee Sadat X. With over two decades in the rap game, the legendary Brand Nubian member continues to maintain relevancy among hip-hop fans across the globe. Unlike his peers, Sadat X exemplifies a duality that most rappers lack; the ability to advocate social upliftment for the oppressed while maintaining allegiance to the streets of New York.
Unfortunately, the latter has the rapper facing incarceration for illegal gun possession. Rather than dwell on his most recent predicament, Sadat X has been busy recording his new LP, Black October. His new solo effort is comprised of introspective tracks that touch upon Sadat's tribulations, in addition to more positive songs that document the grind of everyday life in New York City. (continue article here)
Extra early review of The Game's forthcoming LP, The Doctor's Advocate.[ do I smell sophomore jinx....]
50 Cent + Deniro = New Orleans aka 50 Cent playing 5-0.....not a good loof for the team....
Also, either John Kerry is a real idiot or was paid a gazillion $$$ to give the G.O.P more ammunition against the Dems less than one week before the midterm elections...some one needs to tell him to Shut The F*ck Up!.
Is it just me.....or isn't Method Man really pissed that his boss was given the cover of XXL and the subheading, Presidential MC. [title track off of Mr. Meth's new album that Def Jam failed to push because Hov was readying his return to the limelight.......]
The posts have been somewhat suspect, however I leave you with a new article by yours truly.....more updates to come......
The second coming of the Dirty South is here. Getty Boy is representing the dope boys and street hustlers of the Carolinas while aiming to make an indelible imprint in the rap game. His ability to intertwine lyricism within his epic Trap tales makes Getty Boy one to watch for. As his most recent mixtape collaboration with DJ Whoo Kid and Incognito, “Fresh Out the Pot Vol. 1”, continues to gain critical acclaim on the mixtape circuit, Getty continues to hustle hard. As a matter of fact, that same hustle helped him to ink a deal with Hustle/Asylum records. Read on as Getty Boy explains the difference between him and Petey Pablo, his views on New York hip-hop, and much more.
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Damon Dash + Jim Jones = Kingdom Done [Jay-Z Diss]....though Jay-Z's new LP might not live up to the hype...at least sh*t will get interesting.....
F*ck Jim Jones....ExxonMobil made a 10 BILLION profit in the 3rd quarter...BAAALLLLIN!
Prodigy + Alchemist need somone to "Hold Them Down".....with bail money.
After myriad protests for equal rights....where's the outrage? Did this man die in vein?
Crazy ass Lauryn Hill performed in NYC last night.....I miss the pre-MTV Unplugged Lauryn...
Iraq War = Vietnam War....yeah...we know....Paul Krugman just happens to explain it in detail....
There isn't much to be said about this pic.....in this case a picture is worth a million words...wow...props to [hipandpop.com]
I guess having a multitude of jobs has caused me to really slack on the whole blog game.....more surprises are still in the works [I kid you not] for now......
Lupe Fiasco Dedicated - [yeah I'm posting a lost F&L Lupe Fiasco track...haters]
Consequence - Callin' Me
Jay-Z - Lost Ones
Speaking of Hov, it looks like he's ready to air Dame Dash and Cam'ron out.....
To all Nonfictional Fantasies readers and supporters...I've added a new dimension to my blogging....Journalism...
This article is presented by none other than yours truly....normally Tech N9ne wouldn't be my personal cup of tea, but I wrote it...read it.
Eclectic. Abnormal. Unique. Original. These are but few words that exemplify the unusual character of Mid-West rapper, Tech N9ne. As the hip-hop industry continues to be flooded with “cookie cutter” rappers that lack originality, Tech N9ne’s innovative rhyme style ensures that no one will ever be able to emulate his image. With that said, these same characteristics have helped the underground rapper gain worldwide notoriety. Though it may sound like an oxymoron, the “well known – underground” emcee has sold over half a million albums independently. However, how does one describe Tech N9ne’s music? The Kansas City native proclaims his music to be, “Hip-Hop and Hardcore Rap [mixed] with Rock energy!” Though Tech N9ne has not had an album since the 2002 release of Absolute Power, his fan base has remained loyal and is anticipating his soon to be released LP, Everready….The Religion. Has Tech N9ne’s music been known to incite riots? Sure. Has Tech N9ne recorded songs with Eminem, E-40, RZA, and Krs-One? Yes sir. Will Tech N9ne ever compromise his integrity to meet conventional industry standards? Never. Lock and load! Tech N9ne has entered the building and he is here to stay. [click here to finish the rest of the article]
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