Pioneers of Chicago Hip-Hop, and one of the groups at the forefront of its golden age, Abstract Mindstate is currently blasting through Europe as special guests of Slum Village on their “F.U.N. Since 92” tour. A few days after they’ve rocked the house in Croatia, we got a chance to speak with Olskool Ice-Gre & E.P Da Hellcat. The story of the only male/female duo in Hip-Hop is one of the most unique in all of the culture. From making their mark on the streets of Chicago, to a lengthy hiatus from which they’ve returned with a Kanye West-produced album, and the upcoming LP, produced by Young ..read more

Vintage Industrial Bar  i udruga Točka Kulture  predstavljaju Rocument u VIB-u: Rhyme & Reason – besplatna projekcija dokumentarnog filma – 29.04.2024. s početkom projekcije u 21:30. Filmski program “Rocument u VIB-u” se nastavlja sa novom besplatnom projekcijom fantastičnog dokumentarnog filma “Rhyme & Reason”, redatelja Peter Spirera. Ovaj izvrsni dokumentarni uradak osvrće se na svijet i kulturu hip-hopa, ispitujući njegovu popularnost i budućnost prolazeći koncizno kroz različite društvene teme o kojima govori taj popularni glazbeni žanr. Film je nastao 1997. godine i nje ..read more

 North Carolina rhyme-vet Omniscence dropped another unreleased record. “Rap vs Crack” is another gem of East Coast Boom-Bap goodness from the mid 90’s, produced by Fanatic. It was recorded in 1996 when his debut album, The Raw Factor, was finished. Unfortunately the album was shelved back then. Now, 28 years later, the LP is finally being released on vinyl, CD and digital stores. Featuring punchline-driven lyrics from Omniscence delivered in his unmistakable cadence, and backed by head-nodding production from Fanatic. The CD and digital versions will be released on May 24 ..read more

 Zimbabwe-born, London-based emcee, Rhyme Assassin delivers a straight-up banger and connects with bully-rap royalty on his new single, “Run Em Up (Told Ya),” featuring none othat than M.O.P. and Ruste Juxx. The track also boasts production from underground rap luminary, The Arcitype, whose menacing beat inspired Rhyme Assassin to reach out to his collaborators for this single. “Run Em Up” is an absolute bruiser of a track, with everyone involved nailing the concept of running up on competition. It’s also the second single from Rhyme Assassin’s upcoming debut album, Dedicated to Self, that al ..read more

Birmingham-based emcee, Sonnyjim teamed up with Statik Selektah to bring us a new single. “Chun King“ is a laid-back joint, with Sonnyjim’s vocals steadily gliding over Statik’s instrumental. The disconcerting piano notes add a stark contrast to the relaxing guitar tunes and mellow drums. The track creates a perfect environment for late night cruises, and contemplation that goes with it.   The post Sonnyjim & Statik Selektah – Chun King appeared first on Blackout Hip Hop ..read more

Just like a California summer, a group of emcees brought us a dose of West Coast heat. Gathered on a Sir Veterano instrumental, Fashawn, T.A. The Handful, Flii Stylz and Mitchy Slick gave us some serious bars, representing on “Yard Work.“ Sir Veterano also elevates the track with some dope scratches. The track’s title is a play on Fresh Yard Records, the respective label of all the artists on this posse cut.   The post Fashawn x T.A. The Handful x Flii Stylz x Mitchy Slick x Sir Veterano – Yard Work appeared first on Blackout Hip Hop ..read more

Posljednja pjesma sa Smokijevog posljednjeg albuma dobija svoj video uradak kao novi single. Riječ je o traci “Ja sam Smoke” u produkciji Ivana Stojića koja je izašla baš na Smokijev rođendan – 22.04. – čime se daje dupla simbolika na cijelu temu. Ma što da pričam više, sve već znate. Click play i pustite neka teče. The post Smoke Mardeljano – Ja sam Smoke appeared first on Blackout Hip Hop ..read more

Iako je vrijeme vani kompletni povratak u zimski period, Sinke je tu da nas ugrije vrućom selekcijom traka u stilu američke zapadne obale i najavi toplije dane. “Soul Boogie” is fresh, so don’t miss out, cuz. The post Sinke Fresh – Soul Boogie (Cali Vibe 4) appeared first on Blackout Hip Hop ..read more

 U trećoj epizodi Rise Up TV Show-a  gostovali su DJ Phat Phillie, Jeru The Damaja i Vajt. U svojem segmentu emisije, Jeru se dotakao početaka svoje karijere uz ikonsku grupu Gang Starr i mnogih zanimljivih tema vezanih za Hip-Hop. Phat Phillie je razgovarao o tome što je Blackout  donio hrvatskoj Hip-Hop sceni, kompilaciji Zagreb Rap Demo (1985 – 1992)  i stanju Hip-Hop scene danas, dok je legendarni skejter Vajt ispričao svoju priču i otkrio koliki je značaj skejtanja u njegovom životu.   The post Rise Up TV Show w/ Jeru The Damaja, DJ Phat Phillie & Vajt appea ..read more

PREACH THE RIČ s ponosom najavljuje ovogodišnje headlinere američke legende Arrested Development i ništa manje slavni regionalni reperi Bad Copy nastupaju na drugom izdanju ovog festivala! PREACH THE RIČ, hip-hop festival zakazan je za 16. i 17. kolovoza na Martinskoj u Šibeniku. U dva dana ispunjena rimama i beatovima poluotok nasuprot Šibenika učinit će centrom hip-hop scene u Dalmaciji, i šire. Arrested Development, višestruko platinasta, Grammyjem nagrađena grupa poznata je po svojoj nepresušnoj energiji koju prelijevaju u dušu žednoj publici. Prošlo je više desetljeća otkako su, tada m ..read more