Think Fresh – Think New
By admin • Dec 19th, 2009
Boom Box Radio’s Special recently launched a new YouTube channel to post and promote new music and video projects. Take a look, and be sure to subscribe!
Visit the Think Fresh page here
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The Art Of The Remix Challenge!
By admin • Dec 9th, 2009
The Art Of The Remix Challenge!
eLLIPTIC The Symphony, Truezt Ft. Special, Bar Ain’t Far Away.
Get your music heard! eLLIPTIC The Symphony is now holding a Remix challenge for producers and artists! Download the acapellas and beats today at http://www.lowproentertainment.com/truezt. Send us your remix via www.mediafire.com to info@ellipticthesymphony.com and WIN!
Your remix could win a spot on our 2010 release BAFA: The Art Of The Remix. The Remixes will be available for download to over 9000 of our direct fans and supporters! Get your music heard! Lets collaborate!
Pioneering Hip-Hop DJ & Juice Crew Founder Mr. Magic Dies
By admin • Oct 2nd, 2009
One of hip-hop’s true pioneers, John “Mr. Magic” Rivas, died this morning (October 2) of a heart attack.
Along with hosting “Rap Attack” with Marley Marl on New York radio station WBLS, Mr. Magic was a co-founder of the legendary Juice Crew, the ’80s group featuring Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, Biz Markle and Masta Ace, among other hip-hop trailblazers.
“Rap Attack” began its influential run in 1983 and is often considered the first all-hip-hop radio show ever. For many, Mr. Magic was the man who brought rap music to the radio, as well as became a frequent reference point for East coast MCs. In Notorious B.I.G.’s “Juicy,” Biggie rapped, “Every Saturday Rap Attack/Mr. Magic, Marley Marl.”
DJ Premier remembered Mr. Magic online today, posting the following letter:
I WANT TO SEND OUT THE UTMOST RESPECT AND CONDOLENCES TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN RIVAS—-aka MR. MAGIC
HE PASSED AWAY THIS MORNING OF A HEART ATTACK…..
TRUE HIP HOP HEADS KNOW THAT HIS HISTORY IS SO LONG DUE TO HIM BEING THE FIRST RAP MIXSHOW TO EVER BE ON COMMERCIAL RADIO ON NEW YORK’S WBLS–(107.5) WITH MARLEY MARL AND FLY TY IN 1982-1984…….THEN WENT ON TO WHBI IN OCTOBER OF 1984 AND THEN BACK TO WBLS in 1985 and WDAS in Philly SIMULTANEOUSLY
HE PAVED THE WAY FOR ALL RADIO STATIONS THAT EVER DID MIXSHOWS AND ALSO SPARKED THE CAREER OF BOOGIE DOWN PRODUCTIONS DUE TO THE DISS HE SHOWED WHEN THEY CAME TO SHOP THEIR DEMO TO HIM AND WAS TURNED AWAY WHICH THEN SPARKED “SOUTH BRONX” AND “THE BRIDGE IS OVER”…….
HE WAS KNOWN FOR HIS DIRECT AND SARCASTIC ATTITUDE ON THE AIR AND EVERY ARTIST WANTED HIS APPROVAL WHEN IT CAME TO BREAKING NEW RECORDS……..HE EVEN HAD SONGS DEDICATED TO HIM BY THE LEGENDARY WHODINI–(”MR. MAGIC’S WAND”) WHICH WAS SURPRISINGLY PRODUCED BY ONE OF MY FAVORITE ARTISTS THOMAS DOLBY…….
SHOUTS OUT TO MARLEY MARL AND FLY TY FOR THE CORRECT INFORMATION ON THIS……
REST IN PEACE MR. MAGIC………….DJ PREMIER
Originally post can be seen here
R.I.P Roc Raida
By admin • Sep 29th, 2009X-Ecutioner member and Busta Rhymes’ deejay Roc Raida has died. Read more on DJ Roc Raida’s death below.
Busta Rhymes made the announcement of EJ Roc Raida’s death on his Twitter Saturday afternoon.
Busta wrote:
“I am sorry 2 say that on this day at 2:05 Sept 19th we lost another incredible life…Dj Roc Raida died 2day my personal Dj is gone… I just wanna thank everyone 4 ur love and support and ur prayers…We will never let ur name die Roc…We love u and will 4ever miss u…RIP.”
SOHH also reported these tweets from friends and fellow artists:
“yesterday i shouted out dj’s across the world, dj am and dj jam master jay, today i say rest in peace to a close friend dj roc raider!!!!,” Capri wrote. “dj roc raider was a real beast at his talent, and a very humble soldier, i will miss the homie, im deeply sadden, god bless his soul.” (Kid Capri’s Twitter)
Anthony Williams aka DJ Roc Raida passed away unexpectedly on Sept 19, 2009. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, mother, and many friends.
Although the sad news of DJ Roc Raida’s death is true, there seems to be some confusion as to what actually killed the DJ. Some report it was a martial arts accident while others maintain it was due to injuries from a car accident.
SOHH reported:
Roc Raida was recently in an mixed martial arts accident, something the DJ had been involved in for years. Williams had two different surgeries and was released to an inpatient physical therapy center, but he began having complications and passed away.
Others reported it Roc Raida’s death was not from a martial arts accident but a car accident?
All Hip Hop reports:
Anthony Williams p/k/a GM Roc Raida is in the hospital,’ Roc Raida’s family confirmed in a statement. ‘His family thanks all of his fans for the well wishes and prayers. At this time please allow him and his family privacy to deal with the matter. The rumors and chatter is not accurate and we will release something more in detail at a later time. Thank you on behalf of the family and close friends.’
Bar Ain’t Far Away – Official Single and Video Release
By admin • Sep 27th, 2009
‘Bar Aint Far Away’ MP3 available now! ‘Bar Aint Far Away’ the music video will be released on Youtube October9th 2009! with appearances by Nicole Tiraborelli, Kestin Cornwall, Mr. Smilee and the stunning Oriana so be sure to request it on MTV, Much Music and BET!
On Youtube October 9th 2009 7pm - http://www.youtube.com/user/IAMTRUEZT
Video release Party Location
Margret Bar
2952 Dundas Street West
Date – Please follow our facebook group for details
Directions - http://www.blogto.com/bars/margret
Download ‘Bar Ain’t Far Away’ Today – TRUEZT Featuring Special – Media Fire - http://www.mediafire.com/?tdtrnw3ghyt
The Greek Refugee is back with his second official release ‘Bar Ain’t Far Away,’ featuring Special off his upcoming mixtape! Download ‘Bar Ain’t Far Away’ for your blackberry, iphone and pc!
Want your friends to see you on TV? Want to be in a music video like Jay Z and M.I.A.? Download your copy today of “Bar Aint Far Away’ at www.ellipticthesymphony.com for your chance to win a chance to be in one of the Elliptic The Symphony’s upcoming music videos as well as VIP entry to one of our upcoming release party’s!
‘Bar Aint Far Away’ the music video
Artist- Truezt featuring Special
Directed by Ant Horasanli
Production Company – N5 Pictures
Label- eLLIPTIC the symphony
Year – 2009
WEAREKESTIN and N5 Pictures
www.ellipticthesymphony.com
ART IS LIFE!
Video release Party Location
2952 Dundas Street West
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About Margret
Then last summer curiosity finally caused me to venture in and I was immediately mad at myself for not going sooner (although, Margret did only open about a year and a half ago). First of all, a bartender/DJ was sitting behind the turn tables spinning everything from Roy Orbison to Tone Loc, a black and white film was playing silently on the projection screen at the back wall, and the mismatched furniture straight from your parent’s rec room was full of a solid representation of everyone that lived in the Junction – hipsters drinking tall cans of beer, grimy artists in the corner sectional, likely from the Academy of Realist Art next door, pants still covered in paint, and a table of women in their 40’s and 50’s with glasses of wine.
I’ve since moved from the Junction but thought it would be worth the trip back to see how things changed. It was nice to see that they hadn’t. The decor was still the same – one wall, bare concrete minus what looks like a few vinyl bomber jets ironed on to it. The other wall a full on shrine to ever yard sale an 80-year-old couple has ever had. Think dog portraits, lots of them, painted on canvas, on black velvet and even crocheted into blankets. They’re mixed in with a thorough assortment of pictures of Mack trucks, eagles’ heads and of course your poor man’s Group of Seven landscapes. And that’s just the start.
One of the owners, Chris Brown, a 37-year-old music producer, prides himself on his yard-saling and value-villaging techniques, and is constantly adding to the kitsch wall. The effect is surprisingly pleasing in that “it looks cool because it’s not trying too hard” sort of way.
If Brown and co-owner Jill Rooksby bought Margret with the goal to create a cool bar that had the vibe of your favourite perverted uncle who still lives at home in the basement but has a wicked vinyl collection (and I mean that in the best way possible) then they’ve succeeded.
Not to mention there are plans for a fully licensed patio, just as soon as the permit is granted, and while they don’t serve proper food per se, Brown says they will be serving things like grilled cheese, olives, and “anything under $3.” And if all that sounds like what you’re looking for in an up and coming neighbourhood bar, then Brown’s plans to take out the taps in order to make more room for more tall boys (there are already at least a half dozen to choose from) make it that much more perfect.
Writing by Jesse Kinos-Goodin
What is eLLIPTIC The Symphony?
By admin • Aug 22nd, 2009
eLLIPTIC The Symphony is a collective of musicians/artists (hailing from Toronto, Ontario, Canada) who have come together to create a movement. The label, formed by Kestin Cornwall and Nick Pasvanis is quickly earning a buzz in industry ears, and gaining heavy momentum. The crew is comprised of 6 artist: Special, Truezt, Millen, Ryi, JCORI and Liar and a Their (which is an alternative band). With a unique style and a catalog of hits, they are definitely the cats to watch over the next few quarters.
For more information on the label please visit the official site
The crew just released their new project online
check it out here
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Michael Jackson Dies at age 50.
By admin • Jun 26th, 2009One of the most influential figures in pop history whose four-decade career included the highest-selling album of all-time, “Thriller,” Jackson had been preparing for a concert comeback in London next month he had dubbed “the final curtain.”
News of the death triggered an outpouring of grief as shocked celebrities, foreign governments and devoted fans paid tribute to the troubled star who struggled to rebuild his career after a 2005 acquittal for child abuse.
Lieutenant Fred Corral, a spokesman for the Los Angeles County Coroner’s office, said an autopsy would likely be carried out on Friday and would not speculate on the exact cause of death.
Jackson’s brother Jermaine, the family’s official spokesman, later revealed physicians had battled for more than an hour to revive the star after his arrival at the UCLA Medical Center before he was pronounced dead.
“Our family requests that the media please respect our privacy during this tough time,” Jermaine Jackson said. “May Allah be with you, Michael, always.”
As the sun began to sink over Los Angeles, a coroner’s office helicopter bearing Jackson’s body took off from the UCLA Medical Center, where hundreds of media and fans had gathered throughout the day.
Meanwhile police motorcycle riders surrounded Jackson’s gated mansion as crowds of tourists and fans congregated.
Pop diva Madonna was among dozens of celebrities who struggled to cope. “I can’t stop crying over the sad news,” the singer said in a statement. “The world has lost one of the greats, but his music will live on forever!”
The star’s first wife Lisa Marie Presley, the daughter of Elvis Presley, said his death had left her speechless.
“I am so very sad and confused with every emotion possible. I am heartbroken for his children, who I know were everything to him, and for his family,” Presley told MTV News in a statement.
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Best of Hip Hop!
By admin • Jun 12th, 2009
We have assembled a draft listing of our top 100 hip hop albums. This list is only a rough draft as far as we’re concerned, and we are sure that with the help of everyone out there, we can tweak it to make it more finalized, and hopefully widely respected as a definitive listing of real hip hop. Let the arguments begin…
1. Illmatic – Nas (1994)
2. The Chronic – Dr. Dre (1992)
3. Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers – Wu-Tang Clan (1993)
4. The Low End Theory – A Tribe Called Quest (1991)
5. Ready to Die – Notorious B.I.G. (1994)
6. The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill – Lauryn Hill (1998)
7. Me Against the World – 2Pac (1995)
8. Aquemini – Outkast (1998)
9. The Score – The Fugees (1996)
10. Only Built 4 Cuban Linx – Raekwon (1995)
11. The Slim Shady LP – Eminem (1999)
12. Endtroducing… – DJ Shadow (1996)
13. All Eyez On Me – 2Pac (1996)
14. Reasonable Doubt – Jay-Z (1996)
15. Daily Operation – Gang Starr (1992)
16. Liquid Swords – GZA (1995)
17. The Infamous… – Mobb Deep (1995)
18. Black On Both Sides – Mos Def (1999)
19. Life After Death – Notorious B.I.G. (1997)
20. Fear of a Black Planet – Public Enemy (1990)
21. Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star – Black Star (Mos Def/Talib Kweli) (1998)
22. 2001 – Dr. Dre (1999)
23. Breaking Atoms – Main Source (1991)
24. Things Fall Apart – The Roots (1998)
25. Lifestylez ov da Poor & Dangerous – Big L (1995)
26. AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted – Ice Cube (1990)
27. Enta Da Stage – Black Moon (1993)
28. Step In the Arena – GangStarr (1992)
29. Midnight Marauders – A Tribe Called Quest (1993)
30. Bizarre Ride II Tha Pharcyde – The Pharcyde (1992)
31. DoggyStyle – Snoop Doggy Dogg (1993)
32. Resurrection – Common (1994)
33. Check Your Head – Beastie Boys (1992)
34. Death Certificate – Ice Cube (1991)
35. The Sun Rises in the East – Jeru the Damaja (1994)
36. A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing – Black Sheep (1991)
37. Whut? Thee Album – Redman (1992)
38. Don Killuminati: The 7-Day Theory – 2Pac/Makaveli (1996)
39. Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version – Ol’ Dirty Bastard (1995)
40. It Was Written – Nas (1996)
41. Nia – Blackalicious (1999 )
42. Hello Nasty – Beastie Boys (1998)
43. Supa Dupa Fly – Missy Elliott (1997)
44. ATLiens – Outkast (1996)
45. Wu-Tang Forever – Wu-Tang Clan (1997)
46. 93 Til Infinity – Souls of Mischief (1993)
47. De La Soul Is Dead – De La Soul (1991)
48. People’s Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm – A Tribe Called Quest (1990)
49. Vol. 1: In My Lifetime – Jay-Z (1997)
50. Operation: Doomsday – MF Doom (1999)
51. Capital Punishment – Big Punisher (1998)
52. I Am… – Nas (1999)
53. Apocalypse ‘91: The Enemy Strikes Black – Public Enemy (1991)
54. Moment of Truth – Gang Starr (1998)
55. Reachin’: A New Refutation of Time and Space – Digable Planets (1993)
56. Word…Life – O.C. (1994)
57. One For All – Brand Nubian (1990)
58. Soul Food – Goodie MOB (1995)
59. Steal This Album – The Coup (1998)
60. Soul on Ice – Ras Kass (1996)
61. War Report – Capone-N-Noreaga (1997)
62. Runaway Slave – Showbiz & A.G. (1992)
63. Organized Konfusion – Organized Konfusion (1991)
64. Wrath of the Math – Jeru the Damaja (1996)
65. Internal Affairs – Pharoahe Monch (1999)
66. Ironman – Ghostface Killah (1996)
67. Labcabincalifornia – The Pharcyde (1995)
68. Vol. 2: Hard Knock Life – Jay-Z (1998)
69. 6 Feet Deep – Gravediggaz (1994)
70. Black Sunday – Cypress Hill (1993)
71. Jewelz – O.C. (1997)
72. Tical – Method Man (1994)
73. Stress: The Extinction Agenda – Organized Konfusion (1994)
74. Mecca and the Soul Brother – Pete Rock and CL Smooth (1992)
75. southernplayalisticadillacmuzik – Outkast (1994)
76. Wanted: Dead or Alive – Kool G Rap & DJ Polo (1990)
77. Do You Want More?!!!??! – The Roots (1994)
78. The Diary – Scarface (1994)
79. Dr. Octagonecologyst – Dr. Octagon/Kool Keith (1996)
80. Uncontrolled Substance – Inspectah Deck (1999)
81. Doe Or Die – AZ (1995)
82. Heavy Mental – Killah Priest (1998)
83. Live and Let Die – Kool G Rap & DJ Polo (1992)
84. Take a Look Around – Masta Ace (1990)
85. Don’t Sweat the Technique – Eric B. and Rakim (1992)
86. I Wish My Brother George Was Here – Del the Funkee Homosapien (1991)
87. A Prince Among Thieves – Prince Paul (1999)
88. Funcrusher Plus – Company Flow (1997)
89. The Main Ingredient – Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth (1994)
90. Stunts, Blunts & Hip Hop – Diamond D (1992)
91. O.G.: Original Gangster – Ice-T (1991)
92. Hell on Earth – Mobb Deep (1996)
93. Mama Said Knock You Out – LL Cool J (1990)
94. Dah Shinin’ – Smif-N-Wessun (1995)
95. Let the Rhythm Hit ‘Em – Eric B. & Rakim (1990)
96. Illadelph Halflife – The Roots (1996)
97. Hard to Earn – Gang Starr (1994)
98. Muddy Waterz – Redman (1996)
99. KRS-One – KRS-One (1995)
100. E. 1999-Eternal – Bone Thugs-N-Harmony (1995)
KRS-ONE and The Stop The Violence Tour…Hip-Hop Meets Education.
By admin • Jun 6th, 2009KRS-ONE, and his relaunched Stop The violence Movement (they relaunched in 2007), are reaching our city this week, and we couldn’t be happier. Not just because of the fact that we are old school hip hop heads who love seeing legends on stages, but also because KRS always brings along a air of hope and positivity with him.
It isn’t just a concert in Toronto, but a 4 day event consisting of panel discussions, community out reach events and showcases. KRS has always been an advocate of education through the arts, much like Chuck D, and we here at Boom Box Radio find it inspiring. The panel, held in conjunction with L.I.F.E, the event will aim to gather the Toronto community, and open up the dialogue about the state of our city, and how we can, well to keep it simple, stop the violence. The event is similar to the very panel held by the Zulu Nation and Afrika Bambaataa that inspired KRS to form the original movement back in 1989. Hip-hop is a tool that KRS-ONE has been using for years to help spread awareness of social issues, and he has made many strides over the years, including the Temple of Hip Hop (founded in 1996). With over 20 years in the game, he is a legend who should be properly recognized and respected for his contributions.
KRS-ONE and the Stop The Violence Movement – Self Construction, which was released last summer can be heard here
