By: Konsept It's that time again for VH1 Honors. As always there's a new list of Honorees, and I got the list for those who plan to watch or won't be able to watch them this year. This years honorees are: Cypress Hill, Naughty By Nature, De La Soul (about time), Slick Rick & Too $hort. The performers this year will be: All the Honorees, Wyclef Jean, Kid Rock, Lil Jon, Big Boi, Ghostface Killah (I predict he'll do Slick Rick), MC Lyte, Bun B, Biz Markie, Q-Tip (you think he might do De La?) & Scarface. To end this news we will be graced with the presence of Tracy Morgan as the host.
By: Konsept Off of Madlib's new album King of the Wigflip, which is available for purchase here on UGHH, comes a track entitled "What It Do" featuring Talib Kweli. You already know what to expect lyrically from Talib and production wise from Madlib, so no need to explain. Here it for yourself:
By: Konsept Kanye West is currently preparing a 30 minute pilot for a comedy show, on Comedy Central, he plans to do called Alligator Boots. According to Kanye it's "Hip-Hop meets the Muppets". The music production will be handled by Kanye and Rhymefest. The exec producers include Kanye, Daniel Kellison and Jon Kimmel.
By: Konsept Konsept, real name Mike, hails from Boston, MA. Growing up Mike had to deal with constantly moving, racism, and poverty. He soon picked up a thirst for Hip-Hop and became an avid writer. During his high school years after a hard time finding the right producer to compliment his style, he self taught himself to produce. His influences for producing were DJ Premier, Pete Rock, Erick Sermon and Q-Tip to name a few. While pursuing education by completing high school and attending college, he has compiled dozens of songs about the life he has led. Many have compared him top such emcees as Common, Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Lupe Fiasco and Nas. Although given these comparisons he remains immersed in his humility. He has done shows for high schools, talent shows, colleges and clubs. Currently he is finishing his first EP titled And So It Begins. The sampler for this EP can be featured on his page and downloaded on his blog.
By: Lolly Not only did Murs attend the Democratic National Convention this August, he spoke at the Democratic National Convention Youth Council. You can check out a video of his speech below:
Also, you can listen to Murs' latest release off his upcoming album Murs for President. The new track, "Time Is Now," was produced by Niggarachi and features Latoya Williams and Snoop Dogg. You can check this, and other singles off the album, out at Murs' myspace page.
By: Lolly You can download Funner Than Leather, the new mixtape from People Under the Stairs, for free by clicking here. The mixtape was released as a preview for Fun DMC which drops September 30th and can be ordered now though UGHH by clicking here.
By: Lolly Senator Barack Obama has released an official soundtrack of his presidential campaign entitled Yes We Can: Voices of a Grassroots Movement. The album will not only feature previously recorded tracks like Stevie Wonder's "Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm Yours," but will include new songs featuring Malik Yusef, Kanye West, John Legend, and others. The soundtrack will be sold exclusively through Obama's campaign and will run you $24.99 to download digitally or $30 for a physical copy. The proceeds from the album will help fund Obama's campaign. You can check out and/or buy the soundtrack here: http://store.barackobama.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CD3000.
By: Konsept Keith Murray, of Def Squad fame, has recently signed with Premier Artist Group. He's currently writing new material for his future album, and is prepping for his "True Artistry" tour. Also he's shopping a reality TV show to networks. For any new Keith Murray fans, I suggest checking his first two albums (Most Beautifullest Thing In This World & Enigma). Be on the lookout for tour dates for the "True Artistry" tour.
By: Konsept Lord Tariq (of Lord Tariq & Pete Gunz) has a new single out called "Pop Off". He also has a new video for it. No words yet on an album, but for now, we can enjoy this single.
By: Konsept The clothing line Downsideup has made a new limited edition Ghostface Killa T-shirt. It runs for a high price, but if you got the cheddar then it's worth it. Here's a clip of Ghostface and the T-shirt.
By: Konsept Prince Po of Organized Konfusion stated that he and Pharaohe Monch have worked on a new song together entitled "Then and Now". Even though it's a new song by the two, it will remain unheard for now. He also stated it could lead to a possible album and website. Organized Konfusion was formed in the early 90's and recorded 3 great albums before their split which eventually lead to Pharaohe Monch's solo career.
Keywords: Organized Konfusion; Pharoahe Monch; Prince Po
By: Konsept Off of Big Pooh's solo album titled Rappers Delight comes the video for the single called "Plastic Cups". It features Joe Scudda and Chaundon of The Justus League over a J Dilla beat ("Gobstoppers"). The album will be dropping in the next week or so.
By: Konsept Sandman (formely of Re-Up Gang) announced that he is no longer a part of Re-Up Gang. He is now going to go fully Solo. He also mentions that without his presence in the group it's not really Re-Up but the Clipse and Ab Liva. Quoted by Sandman himself is his response to the situation, "When you have a movement like the Re-Up Gang, something that came out of nowhere that was turned into a cult following, I just don't see how people dropped the ball on the last project. So it didn't make sense for me to stick around if shit ain't in my best interest." To finish off, he has released a mixtape titled Gianormous and plans to release two more titled Heart of the City and Moonwalkerz.
By: Konsept Sticky Fingaz of Onyx is releasing a film called A Day In The Life. It is a Lions Gate Film featuring a musical aspect (kind of like Carmen). Here is the trailer for the movie. Enjoy.
By: Konsept New Big Pun Documentary coming soon, entitled Big Pun: The Legacy, courtesy of director Vlad Yudin and producer Edwin Mejia. This documentary focuses mainly on Big Pun the emcee. It is a much needed project due to the 2003 documentary called "Still Not A Player" which documented more of Big Pun's personal life (which wasn't too positive for his fans who wasn't aware of his personal life). Along with Liza Rios (Big Pun's widow), featured artists to make a cameo are Raekwon, Cuban Link, Xzibit, DJ Enuff, Armageddon, Snoop Dogg, and many more. XXLmag.com has an exclusive interview with Vlad about the DVD and the man it was done for. Click here for the interview.
By: Konsept Big Shug (of Gang Starr Foundation) has a new single entitled "My Boston" featuring Termanology & Singapore Kane. It's also a nice point to mention it was produced by DJ Premier (of Gangstarr). On a side note on September 13th, in Boston, Big Shug and others will be performing at The Good Life (28 Kingston Street). Doors open at 9.
"My Boston" Big Shug feat. Termanology & Singapore Kane (Prod. By DJ Premier) (Audio)
Also check out…. "Don't Take It Personal" Singapore Kane feat. Big Shug (Prod. By Moss) (Video)
By: Konsept This news is dedicated for those who shop the UGHH.com Store for clothes. Upper Playground New Era has 3 new fitted designs. Each is retailed at $45 and can be found at the UGHH.com Online Store. Here are the hats and the videos (yes video) to go with them. Enjoy.
superFishal (Jeremy Fish) - 'Big Skull':
'Big Skull' Video:
Fifty 24SF - 'Market':
'Market' Video:
Upper Playground (Denis Kennedy) - 'Varsity':
'Varsity' Video:
Q-Tip Live at B.B. Kings (NYC)
9/2/08
The Abstract
By: Konsept Q-Tip performing his new song "Getting' Up" and the classic "Award Tour". It was a very good performance by The Abstract. Also check how hype the crow was in "Award Tour". Enjoy.
