Headnodic Elevates With Ozay Moore, Gift Of Gab, Breathless & Miriam Speyer, Taking Hip Hop "Beyond"
Here to kick up dust and redefine the Zulu for a new generation of Hip Hop are Ozay Moore and Theory Hazit. In a time where the image of the original Zulu Nation has come under scrutiny, these two MCs bless the mic to represent the essence of what many loved about one of Hip Hop’s original crews.
"Over the last 20 years, Ozay Moore (fka Othello) has proven himself to be an exceptional storyteller time and time again. Whether as a member of the classic hip hop trio, Lightheaded, or as a solo artist, Moore's alto flow has always moved crowds. Aided by some of the most soulful production and a deep knowledge of hip hop culture, Moore's music is highly relatable because he blends personal experience with larger themes that cross cultural lines. Moore has been making records for quite some time so it would be understandable if he didn't have more to say.
Thankfully, Ozay Moore is back and better than ever with In The Wake of O. Throughout his life Moore has seen a lot, done a lot, and Wake is a reflection of his journey in and outside of being an MC. Moore is no longer a young, ambitious rapper from Seattle focused solely on writing rhymes and traveling the world. Instead, he's a family man in Lansing, MI having to strike a balance between his artistic goals and what's best for his wife and two kids. How do you strike that balance? This is one of the central questions driving the record.
As the album unfolds, Moore grapples with the decision to drop the Othello moniker, his faith, racial politics in the U.S. and the impact of hip hop on his life. The word "wake" can mean... more
released February 16, 2018
Production by:
1 Young Heat
2, 6 Stro Elliot
3-5 Tall Black Guy
7 Ohmega Watts
8 Daniel Steele
10 Freddie Joachim and Aso
11 Ess Be "
"Show #179 was a double feature of Detroit's finest, Singer/songwriter Monica Blaire who debut on Soul Circle Radio with a live performance! Since her debut album "Portraits of Me" (2006), she has worked with some of best that includes, Dwele, Andres, Zo!, Waajeed, Theo Parrish, plus local MCs Miz Korona, Marv Won, Invincible, and Guilty Simpson. Be on the look out for for her upcoming new releases this year. Of course, we couldn't just have one guest from Detroit without having our man, House Shoes (Street Corner Music)!
Big ups to Uncle Shoes who was responsible in connecting us with Monica as well all the artists he's introduced us to in the past! Rich Medina said it best, "House Shoes is the ultimate connector". The brother surely has a way with connecting folks and exposing some really dope talents! Two of the D's finest surely was on display for show 179! We hope you enjoy this one!" - Soul Circle Radio
"When it comes to Hip-Hop producers, it's safe to say that M-Phazes is Australia's biggest export to date, having produced countless works for some of the biggest names in international Hip-Hop. That signature M-Phazes sound has landed on albums over the globe including Korea, Czec Republic, Spain, America, UK, Japan and South Africa.
M-Phazes is proud to release a compilation album featuring some of his all-time favourite collaborations from his back catalogue: "The Works" With over 300+ released songs to his name, "The Works" is comprised of 12 stand out songs from artists such as Talib Kweli, Pharoahe Monch ft. Jill Scott, Slaughterhouse, BIG K.R.I.T., Blu, Heltah Skeltah and CL Smooth. "The Works" showcases M-Phazes' ability to output a diverse range of sounds from soulful keys to harcore drums to triumphant horns, every base gets covered by the Australian beatsmith.
"You Don't Wanna ft. Jehst & Micall Parknsun" is the only 100% exclusive track featured on "The Works" and was recorded in 2007 when Jehst & Micall were touring Australia. Complete with a chopped piano loop, heavy bassline and smacking drums, Jehst & Micall showcase their phenomenal skills as wordsmiths over that classic M-Phazes signature sound! In 2010 M-Phazes released his Aria award winning album "Good Gracious" featuring an all-star lineup of Australian Hip-Hop artists. Now in 2013, M-Phazes is releasing his next installment of compilation albums but this time it features an all-star lineup of international Hip-Hop artists only. "
- Review by Soul Clap Records where the album is now available.
Tracklist:
01 - JEAN GRAE - U&ME&EVERYONE WE KNOW
02 - CL SMOOTH FT SKYZOO - PERFECT TIMING
03 - HELTAH SKELTAH FT SMIF N WESSUN - W.M.D.
04 - RAH DIGGA FT FASHAWN & REKS - NEVER BACK DOWN
05 - SLAUGHTERHOUSE FT DRES - BACK ON THE SCENE
06 - OZAY MOORE (FORMERLY OTHELLO) - LETS JUST
07 - TALIB KWELI - GUTTER RAINBOWS
08 - PHAROAHE MONCH FT JILL SCOTT - STILL STANDING
09 - MUNESHINE - GLOBETROTTERS
10 - JEHST & MICALL PARKNSUN - YOU DONT WANNA
11 - BLU FT MELA MACHINKO - KISS THE SKY
12 - BIG K.R.I.T., TALIB KWELI, OUTASIGHT & MELA MACHINKO - BEAUTIFUL
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