The incomprable DJ Starting from Scratch (Flow 93.5 FM, Amnesia, Sweet Tears, Russell Peters tour Dj, etc, etc, etc)  enters the DSG world this week. We go through the history of one of Canada’s top Dj’s, from how knowing Arcee from back then enhanced his career (not really) to the state of Djing today, (boring) or is it…

Differently Still Guy Epiosode 43 w/ Starting From Scratch [ 1:08:21 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

2DB’s just dropped the track we all look forward to each year’s end – Skillz “Rap Up”. It’s just a radio rip, but the CD quality version will surface soon enough.

Skillz – 2009 Rap Up (Radio Rip)

UPDATE: as promised, 2DB’s released the CD quality version.

Skillz – 2009 Rap Up (CDQ)

“Everyone’s out for those flashing lights but it’s the hip hop ciphers happening right here under our own FROSTED street LIGHTS that host some of the realest talent out there. We’re bringing the cipher to the stage. With solo and collaborative performances that will make you proud to be a supporter of Toronto talent. On the first Saturday of the new DECADE, make sure you get down to the Silver Dollar Room (486 Spadina, at College)”

My peoples Junia-T & Crook, better known as Smash Brovaz, will be performing alongside T. Ana Cole and full lineup of new Toronto talent this coming Saturday, January 2nd. Hit the jump to check out the official promo video to familiarize yourself with the lineup! Read the rest of this entry »

Directed by Invincible.
Produced by EMERGENCE Media and Iqaa the Olivetone.

“The Revival gives a candid glimpse into the first meeting of legendary Hip-Hop pioneer Roxanne Shante and veteran Philly emcee Bahamadia, as they trade stories of their struggles and triumphs in the industry over their long careers. It shows the exchange of lessons between them and up-and-coming artists DJ Shortee, Eternia, Stacy Epps, and Invincible. This short documentary, a collage of performances and behind the scenes footage, was filmed by Invincible while on the road in Europe as part of We-B Girlz all women independent Hip-Hop tour. The largest all female Hip-Hop tour of its kind, it spanned over three weeks, six countries, and featured dozens of female artists who performed for tens of thousands of supporters.“

Shouts to the homie DJ Sav One on the heads up!

- (Man Like)Keezy

Here’s Spike Lee’s video for Michael’s This Is It, courtesy of 40 Acres.

Rondo got exposed in this one and B Diddy was stylin’ on the Celts all night (that loop to DeAndre Jordanwas real sincere).

- (Man Like)Keezy

Charlamagne & Lil’ Duval chop it up about “the bitches they could fuck as soon as they “fall off”".

- (Man Like)Keezy

“SBX! (The South Bronx): Holding Down The Tradition (Produced by Kohji Maruyama, Jun Ohki and Andre Barnes (A.G.). Directed by Jun Ohki, director of photography Michael Beau Grantland.), BBP (Boogie Belly Production) Records. 2005, runtime: half an hour.

Starring: The Ghetto Dwellas All Stars (D-Flow & Party Arty), Edan The DJ, Lord Finesse, Percee P and Showbiz & A.G.

Features: Footage of the original Lord Finesse vs. Percee P battle as well as the rematch in the Patterson Projects, Edan the DJ, The Ghetto Dwellas and A.G. Also includes all new and original beats by Paul Nice and Showbiz.”

Nice little documentary on the South Bronx and the D.I.T.C. crew, including rare footage of the infamous Lord Finesse/Percee P battles, as well as a few dope original joints from A.G, Ghetto Dwellas, Party Arty (R.I.P.), and D-Flow. Parts 2-9 after the jump. Read the rest of this entry »

LTD sat down with Just Blaze for their premiere episode of Conversations, as Just broke down the history of the legendary Baseline Studios.

Spotted at 2DB

2DB’s just unleashed Baby Paul’s remix of AZ & Nas’ The Essence (he produced the original way back before the world got flooded with ironic raps).

AZ feat. Nas– The Essence (Baby Paul remix)