Vidz: More AEOM clips

I know it seems like I'm only posting YouTube clips these days, but when you keep finding gems, you wanna share.

Here are a few solid ones from my man DJ Promote. He and his boy Joe Funk hit the ground running at the All Eyes On Me Awards and snatched these choice cuts.

DJ Promote's highlight reel


Sean Slaughter's hallway freestyle


Bushwick Bill's open mic (from a different angle than before) - Be sure to stick around for the "Testimony of Redemption" lyrics at the end.

Vid: RedCloud hosts TBN's "Real Videos"

Not sure how long ago this aired, but this makes me smile.

1. A dude like RedCloud getting on TBN to show "real videos."

2. Him sharing his testimony.

3. Him praying for the show to air some good hip hop and "not that cheesy stuff."

4. All the Tapatio he kicks onto the eggs as he's talking.

Vidz: Tre9 old school + rock / FLAME & LeCrae make a "Joyful Noise"

More vidz:

Tre9 and Laden give a rock twist to his old school "Godfather" joint at the All Eyes On Me Youth Conference earlier this year.



And FLAME and Lecrae get official to make a "Joyful Noise." This song always trips me out because it starts out as a silly snap piece and then morphs into a solid guitar-backed commercial track. I'm not 100% in love with it, but have to admit it makes me worship.

Vidz: Jay-Z interviews T-Bone on Sway & Tech's Show

These vidz are now a decade old but are just hitting the Net.

Pretty interesting with Boney Bone later acting in a movie with Jay's future wife and with Sway sitting in here too.

Also note to self: search YouTube for episodes of "The Cut". That classic show had all kinds of Christian MCs rippin' it. One memory that sticks out to me was KRS-ONE loving T-Bone's performance but giving it a 7 score (out of 10) because "it was God's number."

Props to homie thetruth178 on the HCR Message Boards for tipping me to this.

Bushwick Bill vs. HimSELF

Photo by JT Patton

As many of you know, for the past year or so I have attempted to document Bushwick Bill’s attempt to enter the gospel rap market.

This is an intriguing story for both the mainstream and Christian masses. As a citizen of his hometown and someone who has worked closely with Tre9 (who has in turn worked closely with Bill on this shift change), I feel a certain level of obligation to cover as much of this story as possible.

I also want to be honest – both with the facts and feelings associated with this evolution.

So here’s one of the harder pieces I’ve had to write lately.

“Bushwick Bill vs. HimSELF” is an essay that chronicles the details of Bill’s July 4 reunion concert with the Geto Boys - his previous and legendary gangsta rap group.

Although Internet publishing would have enabled a hasty recap, I wanted to really spend some time prayerfully considering my words and seeking feedback from a respected circle of friends and editors.

Now it’s your turn. Take a peek and let me know your thoughts.

As an introductory reference, here are two videos from the performances I mention in the piece (and that are roughly two weeks apart.)


Bushwick Bill freestyling “Takin’ It Back” at the All Eyes On Me Awards After Party impromptu hallway open mic session


Bushwick Bill and the Geto Boys performing “My Mind’s Playin’ Tricks On Me” at the Warehouse Live show

Geto Boys

Vidz: Bushwick Bill's gospel raps

Several of Bushwick Bill's recent g-rap performances have hit the Interwebs. Here's a sampling.

This one is his performance of "No More Child's Play" from the All Eyes On Me Awards with the band Atonement. Be sure to stick it out to the end to hear him talk.



Not sure where this one took place (I just found it on YouTube) but it has Bushwick doing the "Takin' It Back" rap acapella with his clean verse from "Mind Playin' Tricks On Me."

Opportunity: Truvine's & DJ Primo's Chopped Up Compilation Mixtape

Aiight artists, here's a chance at some excellent promo from my boys Truvine & DJ Primo. Here are the details straight from his e-mail.

We are in the process of putting together a compilation CF called "ChoppedUp Volume #1 by Out Da Box and D.J. Primo."

If you are interested in a promotional opportunity for your ministry and would like to featured on thecd along with pioneer such as Tre-9, Pettidee,Gospel Gangstaz and many others 15 slots are available now.

To reserve your slot or want more information please contact Ricky Christmas a.k.a TruVine @ 979.709.7880 or mailto:ortruvine@dasouth.com

*The main benfits to artist are simple*

1.Linking up with DJ Primo one of the most gifted DJS in the Chopped -n-Screw industry.

2.Marketing your name and music to more people.

3.Reaching a new customer base.4.5,000 CDs will be given out free to students at colleges,universities,along with teens and young adults atchurches;including well knownn events such as Flavor Fest etc.

*Details*

The cost is 175.00 per track 125.00 for a 30 second commerical spot.
5,000 Cd's will be professionall manufactured with professional art work.
Each artist will have track listing and contact information listed on CD.

*What we Need*

Orginal song
Instrumental
Acappellas
On mp3 or .wav format
Pic of artist/group

Payment must be paid in full through Pay Pal or Money Order when song is submitted.

Deadline for submission is July 28, 2008.

Out Da Box Records and D.J. Primo is committed to taking the Gospel to the Streets.
1 Cor.9:22,23