Following the success of the singles “Wake Up”, “Arizona Bay” and “For The Change” the Freedom Writers are back at it again with their latest installment “The Goal.” The spotlight here is on Toronto, veteran emcee Frankie Payne formally known as Jugganot as he lays down precise flows, street knowledge and a melodic hook which he describes as “Revolutionary Soul” creating the perfect blend of wisdom and grittiness.. In “The Goal” Frankie takes you on a lyrical journey backed by a two in one powerful, hypnotic composition courtesy of Freedom Writers comrade Big Sproxx who also directed and edited the video.
Whether you’re working a 9 to 5 or the block, trying to get out debt or jail, WE ALL WANT FREEDOM. In a perfect world we are all free from physical, finical, mental and spiritual oppression, but in this world freedomis “The Goal”.
Shooting overseas just automatically makes your video dope, lol. New viz from Masia (shot in the Philippines) off her upcoming project Bootleg Culture.
Debut Music video of MASIA ONE’s forthcoming release BOOTLEG CULTURE
BOOTLEG CULTURE release date: April 5 2012
Production House: 22Deep Directed by: Kevin Vea Editor: Cedric Cordero Producer: Geric Stevens Color / GFX: Billy Laure Location & Logistics Coordinator: Tempes Dela Merced PA: Bernie Chiang/ Zaini Zakariah
Special thanks to ParaSoul Media/ Next Frame/ Jackhammer Studios
First look interview of Rochelle Jordan as she prepares to mash up The Known [UN]Known on February 4th at Harbourfront. Gonna be a SICK show. Via celebrity crush #1.
Meet Rochelle Jordan, she’s a singer from Toronto who was dubbed by Vibe Magazine as the “female version of Drake”. She is buzzing on the blog scene thanks to her remix of Drake’s “Marvin’s Room” and her debut mixtape, ROJO, which samples a diverse number of artists including Kelis and Radiohead’s Thom Yorke. We recently had a chance to talk with Rochelle, who will be performing at Harbourfront Centre on February 4th as part of The Known (Un)Known with Tika Simone.
Some really dope visuals for “Fly Over Egypt” by MTL’s The Narcicyst. See, there’s still rappers out there who are trying to say something. Get caught up with Narcy below…
The Narcicyst – Fly Over Egypt Directed by Wesam Nassar Song Produced by Bei-Ru All Lyrics by The Narcicyst (Y.Alsalman) Artwork by Sundus Abdul Hadi, Ridwan Adhami, Tamara Abdul Hadi and Nik Brovkin 2012 All rights reserved by The Medium
January 20, 2012 (TORONTO, ONTARIO)—The 6th Letter performed at Lee’s Palace on December 30th, 2011 located at 529 Bloor St. W in Toronto, Ontario. In the video The 6th Letter performs his singles off his mixtape “Go Green” alongside Baker’s Club member Raz Fresco.
Hip Hop Emcees are notorious for crafting mind blowing punch lines that whip the crowd into a frenzy similar to a fast break slam dunk on the hardcourt or a bone jarring hit in between the white lines. A punch line provides momentum, motivates the masses and reigns as a quotable to be compared and analyzed for years to come. The requisite “Ohhhh’s” and squinched up facial expressions after the bomb drops are hallmarks of the highly intelligent and discerning Hip Hop audience. Emcees who can deliver wave after wave of devastating wordplay take pride in the ability to ‘next level’ a song, acapella or live performance.
Critically acclaimed Toronto Hip Hop artist THEO3 has long been known for his potent punch lines and exciting, energetic delivery. Rocking live crowds across Canada and blazing live radio sessions such as the 2010 Halftime 12th anniversary show with powerhouse NYC DJ Eclipse and a host of reputable rhymers (Rhymefest, Sadat X, Homeboy Sandman and Tona to name a few), THEO3 lives for the perfect balance of whyle out reactions and awe inducing flows. In this Brand New video “AWAY” produced and directed by Big Sproxx of the Freedom Writers (www.FreedomWritersMusic.com) THEO3 weaves in and out of this hypnotic head banging beat with deft precision and pin point accuracy. Available on the recently released ELEVATOR UP mix cd hosted and mixed by the incomparable DJ Tony Touch (Shade 45, 50 Emcees), “AWAY” is 3 minutes of straight punch line madness! Grab the full CD at www.THEOLOGY3.com and enjoy the ride…
“The FREEDOM WRITERS” are a Toronto based collective featuring some of Canada’s most dangerous Emcees. Tona, Adam Bomb, Progress, Frankie Payne and Theo3 fill out the all star roster alongside multi talented producer and video director Big Sproxx. Stay tuned for a barrage of original songs and videos in preparation for the highly anticipated FREEDOM WRITERS debut album later this year. Can’t stop, won’t stop!