Musically,The Ecstatic weaves a global sonic tapestry shaped by an array of forward-thinking producers including Madlib, J Dilla, Oh No, Preservation, Mr. Flash, Chad Hugo (of The Neptunes), and Georgia Anne Muldrow. The resulting soundscape is both rooted in hip-hop tradition and unbound by genre, integrating elements of jazz, soul, West-Asian and North-African inflection, and experimental sample work. Tracks like "Supermagic" and "Twilite Speedball" establish a vibrant, restless energy that mirrors the album's expansive creative scope." - Rhymesayers Entertainnent
Some head-nod Hip Hop and upbeat galactic Soul, courtesy of Spinna who delivers rhythm to get the party jumping as one of the game's most versatile, prolific and soulful remixers. Whether your in the mood to Dance or feel the raw vibe of NY boom-bap, this Jigmasta has got what you need as he demonstrates his affinity to make you move in two remixes which lend a unique and ear-opening sound two both genres.
Kamil is a music composer from Baku, Azerbai with a knack for funky synth-based grooves which can be felt in the party vibe he brings to a remix for his personal friend singer Craig David. Look alive and clap ya hands to it as the Kamil mix of "7 Days" merges Hip Hop, Soul and Boogie Funk for a great blend of classic and contemporary music styles for a feel good time.
""Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes" provides a riveting examination of manhood, sexism, and homophobia in hip-hop culture. Director Byron Hurt, former college quarterback and gender violence prevention educator, pays tribute to hip-hop while challenging the rap music industry to take responsibility for glamorizing destructive stereotypes of manhood. The documentary features revealing interviews about masculinity and sexism with rappers such as Mos Def, Chuck D, and Busta Rhymes, hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, and cultural commentators such as Michael Eric Dyson and Beverly Guy-Shetfall. Acclaimed for its fearless engagement with issues of race, gender violence, and the corporate exploitation of youth culture." - the Carsey-Wolf Center
The screening was followed by a Q&A with guests Director/Activist Byron Hurt and Chuck D from the band "Public Enemy" which you'll see above.
Get your physical copy of the movie here at PBS
Turning stress into entertainment through the power of music, J Rawls joins Masta Ace to relieve themselves and the listener of that aspect about life that causes many people tension. From J's final album "The Legacy" due summer 2014.
To celebrate the release of J Rawls' final album, he's uploading rare clips from throughout his career. This one features an early performance of Mos Def at a bookstore in Brooklyn joined by Mr. Man from Bush Babees and Kweli + Hi-Tek of Reflection Eternal in the audience.
This is a snippet of Blackstar's highly anticipated return, presented by DJ Underdog, Mos Def sounds sharp as ever with his style of socially conscious lyrical content, punchlines and wordplay. Lol at the Jamaican talking at the beginning..
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