Monday 23 November 2020
Tuesday 17 November 2020
KONCHIS x MOG - ANCIENT EVIL [Video]
First single / official video taken from:
'POT OF FROGS LP' by KONCHIS & MOG
Jackal Trades : Scottish Album of the Year
New alternative hip-hop comedy track from Glasgow's Jackal Trades.
Saturday 14 November 2020
REBEL : Liz Tapay£rs [Werd x Blasfima]
'Blasfima Sinna' & 'Werd' are 'Liz Taxpay£rs'.
The second full length release 'Rebel' is out on all digital platforms.
Sons of Scotland / You-Sonix Records.
USER ILLUSIONS : Texture
"Human consciousness is unlike all other varieties of animal
consciousness in that it is a product in large part of cultural
evolution... creating thereby a cognitive architecture unlike the
'bottom-up' minds of animals.... This architecture furnishes each of us
with... a user-illusion." - Daniel C. Dennett, 'From Bacteria to Bach
and Back: The Evolution of Minds'
Friday 6 November 2020
Thursday 5 November 2020
‘Lost Routes’ by Conscious Route & True Note
Conscious Route & True Note: Lost Routes
Edinburgh-based rapper, Conscious Route and producer, True Note bring you their collaborative debut album, ‘Lost Routes.’ As True Note brings a range of musical styles from hip-hop to grime and drum and bass, Conscious Route uses his lyrics to deliver social commentary, personal insights, and politicized wordplay.
The Album is out now on all digital platforms
Music from this 20-track release has already been catching attention, with three instrumentals and one full track being picked up by Channel 4 for their mini documentary series, ‘Take Your Knee Off My Neck,’ a response to the killing of George Floyd, which shared experiences of racism as it delved into the issues around the Black Lives Matter movement.
You can hear instrumental extracts from ‘Needles', 'Mash up Days', 'Cat’s out the Bag' and the full vocal version of 'Frontline' on episodes 1, 2 and 4:
https://www.channel4.com/programmes/take-your-knee-off-my-neck
A powerful and personal contemplation on UK life in the 21st Century, this release possesses more than enough bump to take the message to radio and the clubs too.
On a personal note, I can't recommend this album enough. It's utterly outstanding. - Drew Devine aka Werd
Crpntr x Turkish - I'm Flies [Video]
Music by Turkish •
Words by Crpntr •
Video by Peter Lilly •
Mix + Master by Waverly Novels •
Wednesday 4 November 2020
Round and Round : Voldo ft Wurrd Jenkins
Vocals:
Kyle Meldrum
Amanda Lorean
Wurrd Jenkins
Production:
Nunny Boy
number78records
Kyle Meldrum
Amanda Lorean
Wurrd Jenkins
Production:
Nunny Boy
number78records
Thursday 1 October 2020
Monday 28 September 2020
Friday 25 September 2020
Important Appeal for a Scottish Hip-Hop Legend
Dear readers,
While we would love to focus on posting great new music from Scotland, an important fundraiser has been set-up I need to share. Please read the below and donate anything you can to help save the music and the happiness of a true Scottish Hip-Hop pioneer.
'Del has been an avid Hip Hop fan for many many years and has an encyclopedic knowledge of the subject and often shared his collection to his followers on twitter (@delsoulcondor).
Recently it has become known after diagnosis he has evasive mouth cancer and obviously a huge shock to him, his family and the community. Typically, some thoughts turned to Del's epic Vinyl collection and he expressed concern that he never wanted it to 'end up in charity shops or a skip', wanting them to go to a good Home'.
Thank you in advance.
Love Hip-Hop. Love the people that make it what it is.
Shadow People: 3 Bad Brothers [Video]
Nity Gritz x Wurrd Jenkins x Nunny Boy
Number78Records
EasyBrer
Copyright 2020
Tuesday 22 September 2020
"Forever" - Vagrant Real Estate
"Forever" is an instrumental hip-hop single in the vein of artists such as Nujabes and J-Dilla, pairing the warm nostalgia of lofi hip-hop with hard hitting drums that would sound at home on the latest release from the Griselda camp. The track flows in and out, evoking the colours of a Studio Ghibli film, before reaching a climactic orchestral crescendo.
The track was mixed and mastered by renowned Scottish engineer Hamish "Morphamish" Campbell, who has worked with the likes of Big Dada Records and Darren "Loki" McGarvey."
^ Click the above cover art for direct digital links ^
Vagrant Real Estate
Friday 18 September 2020
Monday 14 September 2020
'A Wee EP' by Werd (SOS)
'A Wee EP' by Werd (SOS)
Out now on all digital platforms from 14th September 2020.
5-track Alternative Scottish Hip-Hop release: contains vocal features by Spawn Zero, Texture & Mog. All beat production from Salem. Recorded and mixed by Drew Devine in Leith, Edinburgh at Sons of Scotland (SOS). 2020 All Rights Reserved.
EP Smart Link : https://ditto.fm/a-wee
Thank you for any kind of support, streaming, sharing or promotion.
Radio edit version is also available on request.
Drew Devine / Werd x
Lagom by Morphamish
Some digital escapism for your delectation.
A perky upbeat funky melodic chiptune electro techno live set favourite called Lagom, that turns pretty hefty at some point... #techno# electro #chiptune #melodic #animation #banger #funky
Sunday 13 September 2020
'Cat's out the Bag' by Conscious Route & True Note
'Cat's out the Bag' by Conscious Route & True Note
This video was shot by talented Ben Glasgow https://www.benglasgow.co.uk/
Story boarded by Conscious Route Featuring The Fox (No I don't mean True Note I mean the fox) Also featuring True Note Edinburgh-based rapper, Conscious Route and producer, True Note bring you their collaborative debut album, ‘Lost Routes.’ The album demonstrates the versatility of the duo as they bring a range of musical styles from hip-hop to grime and drum and bass, with tints of electronica and more.
All the while, Conscious Route delivers different flows to speak on a variety of personal and political matters, from mental health and personal struggles to social commentary and experiences from his years in the music industry. Conscious Route’s abilities as an MC are matched by the rich production of True Note (aka Mert Pearson), as they delve into themes of things that lurk in darkness, both from a metaphorical and a literal perspective. 'Cat's out the Bag' Smooth electronica-inflected hip-hop with an honest lyrical reminiscence of growing beyond the streets. Challenging the perspective of Conscious Route self reality and understanding. The LP is Unreleased and set to out the middle of October for more information please check the related Links provided below, we will update the information when the date is more clear.
Monday 31 August 2020
TEXTURE X ASHTRONOMIK X HYPNOKID - BURNT TRAIL
IN THE FOREST WITH THE GODS. Film: Andrew Mackenzie // Edit: Ashtronomik // Colour & FX: Oscar Jam // Beats: Hypnokid // Audio mix: Ashtronomik & Tom S. Ray
Stand Up by Nicola Taylor (ft Conscious Route)
'Stand Up' was written, produced & directed by Nicola Taylor. The track is about the importance of standing up for your beliefs and your rights in regards to worldly governmental matters, including Covid 19 & the vaccination agenda, BLM, Elite Cults and how corrupt the world actually is. 'Stand Up' offers a beacon of light to all during this time. Lets stand up, open our eyes, stick together and fight for our rights. Conscious Route (Rapper) Louise Taylor, Christopher Taylor @ctmusic1 (Backing Vocals) Barry Gordon (Lead Singer & Guitarist for JBIA) Jonathan Kent (Penthouse5band) Westley Joseph Session (Drums) Drummer for Tony Momrelle & Robert Glasper
Friday 28 August 2020
Strong Tone + El Green - No Biggie (VIDEO)
Sunday Dunt Club Presents…
STRONG TONE featuring EL GREEN
Produced by Boom Bap Focus at http://www.boombapfocus.com
Mastered by Tom S. Ray at Audio Unity Group http://www.audio-unity-group.com
Recorded and Mixed at the Brunx Studio #Leith
Cuts and Scratches by Konnsky
Representing The Rokkaku Group Corporation Enterprises:
Seán “DJ Avy” Arnot
Nikki Naks
Stanley Odd - Night Rip (Official Video)
Produced by Dunt:
http://duntproductions.co.uk
Video by Kelman @ Neon8:
http://www.neon8.co.uk
Monday 24 August 2020
Wednesday 12 August 2020
Wurrd Jenkins - Merge the Schools LP
Message from Wurrd Jenkins:
my debut "Bardic Inspiration Dice" was an attempt at creating an album the very young just discovering the golden era version of me would have played
on his walkman at playtime at primary school.
The sequel "Merge the Schools" is my evolution aimed at early teen me. In my own production i combine breakbeats, samples and electronic as a precursor to my production style going forward.
dirty claustrophobic and "danceable". As well as a more old school boom bap production from Nity Gritz (and Nunny Boy in the intro) that would lead the listener into the concept, I would hope, flawlessly.
My plan is to create a trilogy of albums, that can be played seamlessly in chronological order (the way I love to listen to discographies)
Hope you enjoy the album!
twitter @napperchapper
Monday 27 July 2020
Friday 24 July 2020
Kid Robotik - War (feat. MΣGΛ, Sherlock, MVCC._ & McRoy)
Written & Performed by Kid Robitik, MΣGΛ, Sherlock, MVCC._ & McRoy
Shot & Directed by KIP COZY
Wednesday 15 July 2020
Thursday 2 July 2020
Monosapiens & Conscious Route : Better Days EP
The Monosapiens & Conscious Route are back with another release, the ‘Better Days’ EP. Following up from the ‘Frequency’ LP, this fresh-sounding EP delivers a mixed bag of sounds ranging from Prog Rock to Dub, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Funk and Soul, to name a few. These sounds are all woven with a narrative of lyrics from Conscious Route.
Released in True Hold Records May 21st 2020.
Friday 26 June 2020
Actionnn X Haas - Lessons [Single]
Actionnn and Haas’ joint single “Lessons” on all streaming platforms now.
The rolling bass and relentless percussion of UK Drill is sweeping the music industry at the moment; sparking hits both in the hometown charts and across the pond in places such as New York, with even rap heavyweights such as Drake and Travis Scott jumping on the sound. Scottish MCs Actionnn and Haas prove with “Lessons” that they can chop up these rhythms with the best of their English and American counterparts. Spitting razor sharp flows around the Ghosty-
produced beat, they trade verses around realities of life in Scotland and separating the real from the posers.
Actionnn goes from strength to strength in his relatively new career, having shared the stage with viral Scottish star Shogun and coming fresh off the BBC Radio backed UK Garage single “Good Intentions” with Oakzy B. His flow shines here, proving he can feel at home on a multitude of tempos.
Haas also comes off the back of a slew of releases, including the recent single “Johannesburg” and last year’s “Joburgundy” project, both detailing his connection with his South African birthplace. He has been steadily building his profile with well-received freestyles on acclaimed Scottish platform Twelve50TV, and “Lessons” proves he has no plans on letting up the pressure.
Actionnn social media:
• Twitter: @ACT_3_N
• Instagram: @actionnn17
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/action17
Haas social media
• Instagram: @n1cky121
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/rsahaas
Pre Release Listen Link:
https://soundcloud.com/action17/lessons-ft-haas/s-Iw1793swszk
7ru Factz - Mastery [Promo Video]
This is a promo video by 7ru Factz. His album "Holy Water" will be out on September 5th. The beat used in this video was made by Othello Beats.
Wednesday 10 June 2020
GASP: THANK YOU [VIDEO]
'An ode to those who made me the man I am today.
Hip-Hop gave my life meaning.
Thank you.' - Gasp
JUSTICE FOR SHEKU BAYOH
Prod.Syndrome
Video by GASP
Wurrd Jenkins: Bardic Inspiration Dice
Released May 28, 2020
Produced by S.89 & Nity Gritz
Mixed and Mastered by S.89
Arranged by Nity Gritz
Written and Performed by Wurrd Jenkins
2020 Easy Brer 1383
A Shadow People Production
#JUSTICE4DAD
Wednesday 3 June 2020
MacKenzie - DNTWNNKNW
Shot on location during the 2020 Glasgow lockdown.
Directed & edited by MacKenzie
Camerawork by Donna Boyd, Angela Hewitt & Andrew MacKenzie
VFX elements provided by Visionary Fire
Produced by MacKenzie
Taken from the upcoming EP "SMMR2020 Pt 1."
Available on all streaming platforms from 17-06-2020
mackenzie.bandcamp.com /
facebook.com/mackenziescottishrap /
Instagram @mackenziescottishrap /
Twitter @mackenziepro
Tuesday 26 May 2020
Becca Starr + Orry Caren: It Just Feels Sad [Video]
Produced by Orry Caren, Co-produced by Becca Starr
Video by OCD Productions and Family Starr Media
Video by OCD Productions and Family Starr Media
Rooks - Welcome [Video]
One-Take video for "Welcome" (RooKs 2020)
Shot by Omar Al-Zidjali ( instagram.com/omaralzidjali )
www.themrooks.bandcamp.com
Shot by Omar Al-Zidjali ( instagram.com/omaralzidjali )
www.themrooks.bandcamp.com
Friday 20 March 2020
WERD x LAIGO - Laochs a’ Mheur-chlàir
'But Doctor, I Am Pagliacci' album coming 2020.
Beat production: Laigo (RIP).
Photography: @0405Photography.
Make up: Naomi's Fun House Edinburgh.
Released by Sons of Scotland (SOS) publishing.
Beat production: Laigo (RIP).
Photography: @0405Photography.
Make up: Naomi's Fun House Edinburgh.
Released by Sons of Scotland (SOS) publishing.
Wednesday 18 March 2020
Tuesday 17 March 2020
Thursday 30 January 2020
Spawn Zero - New Album Review
‘Whatever
makes you happy’ –
These words echo as soft melodies play with the feel of a Lewis Carroll fantasy
novel. As the first wave of audio hits our ears in the intro, we get a sense of
what to expect in this project: A person who finds purpose by helping others
or making them smile. While perhaps ignoring the void of happiness within
themselves. ‘I’m not happy, but I’m not the priority’. Is it purely
kindness that creates this aim for outwards reach? or lack of hope - that you
can’t have the same impact on your own life? Perhaps if not for ourselves,
outwards rants and anger could help a listener or viewer feeling similar.
Afterall, isn’t that the point of making art?
While many
Scotland based emcees have found themselves following UK’s recent grime
insurgence and tailgate the southern movement. There is a selection of
homegrown artists still creating a unique outlet of audible talent up here.
Spawn fits that latter for sure. While Scottish hip-hop artists such as Gasp,
G-Mo, Ransom FA, The Honey Farm and Empress really moved the scene
forward in 2019, expect Spawn Zero to lead from the front in 2020. With
this short album review, I’ll dive into his new album dropping February 1st,
2020 on digital formats.
Music can
be a diary, a log of achievements and inner reflection. From the start we hear
a vague honesty on the record. Inner battles and self-aware contradictions. Most
writers in this genre will question themselves on having the balance between a
rapper’s ego and being humble as a person. This is no exception, if anything
Spawn discusses this openly with self-awareness. If not in attitude as much as
lyrics. As indicated on the track-list, these are audio ‘Mood Swings’
consistent in the genre.
Spawn often flows as quickly as his
apparent intake of alcohol; the boasting and confrontation of addiction is
prevalent throughout many tracks. ‘The Lights’ he seeks could be quick
overindulgent flashes on a night out, rather than an ongoing steady glow of
sobriety. But while this is celebrated, it’s clear from the lyrics that it’s
becoming normality and not something he is proud of anymore.
The album
in terms of recording and mixing is consistent and clear. Beat choice is
progressive to the genre with a signature sound throughout. The instrumental
choice doesn’t look back to 90’s hip-hop or push towards English grime, something
that’s oversaturated by many writers in Scotland. This leans towards a trippy,
trappy hip-hop sound more seen in the US charts and underground. Spawn’s
ability to flow in various tones and emotion is clear. Whatever the tracks BMP
he tends to rap at speed, however arguably his best material comes when he
slows down and puts real emotion into speaking to the listener in these short
breaks – often mid-song.
I won’t
spoil the album any further, however I think the above will give you an idea of
what to expect from the project. Although some of the subjects repeat (such as
speaking on intake of substances), that is however a repeating aspect in a lot
of our lives. I can’t say it’s a negative point to bring it up more than once -
more so a realisation that our lives have this addictive pattern on repeat
also. There are also some great vocal features from Jazz Williams and Barz
Fury. With that said, the features don’t take away from the personal solo
album feel at all.
Favourite
tracks:
·
‘Doom Petrol’.
A short, deep and personal song written as a letter to his father.
·
‘S U F F E R’.
An incredible strong chorus with critical verses almost dissing himself on
chosen lifestyle and pathways. A clash of ego and doubt.
In
conclusion Swan Zero and Jazz Williams create a strong piece of
work that updates Scottish hip-hop into 2020. Though the fast past will be
easier to the ear on people familiar with our accent, the content isn’t limited
to Scottish culture or local perspectives. Jump in and listen on the 1st
Feb. Released on all good digital outlets.
Review by Drew Devine aka Werd.
Tuesday 28 January 2020
Monday 27 January 2020
Conscious Route ft. Werd - Still Cookin' (prod. MacKenzie)
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Friday 24 January 2020
'Where They Lie' by Stanley Odd
Click here to listen to the new single on Spotify
In a fake news, post-truth multiverse of blatant lies and insincerity. Where’s it’s not even a problem to openly tell complete fabrications that can instantly be proven to be untrue. Alternative facts are posited as potential reality just because the words have been spoken aloud and are then shared as evidence by a public figure’s supporters.
Deep fakes.
A psychotic refusal to admit wrongness.
100% probable falsehoods brushed off as fact.
Manipulation and recontextualisation of recorded material to alter intent.
Truth is dead.
Fact is fiction.
Honesty is a myth.
In a fake news, post-truth multiverse of blatant lies and insincerity. Where’s it’s not even a problem to openly tell complete fabrications that can instantly be proven to be untrue. Alternative facts are posited as potential reality just because the words have been spoken aloud and are then shared as evidence by a public figure’s supporters.
Deep fakes.
A psychotic refusal to admit wrongness.
100% probable falsehoods brushed off as fact.
Manipulation and recontextualisation of recorded material to alter intent.
Truth is dead.
Fact is fiction.
Honesty is a myth.
Wednesday 22 January 2020
Wednesday 15 January 2020
Friday 3 January 2020
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