Rap Suggestions (techno, jazz, rap, itunes, albums)

Olsonic · 04-03-2007, 07:45 PM

Aight,

It looks like the rap forums here are a little dated. The biggie vs. Tupac horse was beaten to death in the 90's, and while the pairs immense influence is still very relevant, it is necessary to embrace quality artists that are making music today. One artist that has been consistently churning out gems has been AZ. His most recent album, 'The Format' added to an impressive library of hits created by the success of 'Doe or Die'. I love how AZ maintains a hard edge, yet he softens his beat and attitude on several tracks which shows a tremendous range of talent. Here are some suggestions:

AZ - How ya livin' (ft. Nas) - Atran presents the best of AZ
AZ - Gimmie Your's (doe or die 1995)
AZ - Rather Unique (doe or die 1995)
AZ - I feel for you (doe or die 1995)
AZ - This is what I do (the format 2006)
AZ - The format (the format 2006)
AZ - Vandetta (the format 2006)

As far as new artist are concerned, i implore people to look at the amazing talent of Mekalek. I found his most recent album, 'Live and Learn' featured on iTunes, and once again, some tracks gave me the chills. All of his beats are original, and his groups raps are genuine, but what makes them special is they are inspring and uplifting. They definately have a unique style that is very impressive and diverse.

Mekalek - Running in place (<---my favorite)
Mekalek - Incredible feeling
Mekalek & Shawn Jackson - Top of the world
Mekalek & Time machine - Here it is
Mekalek - love life money guns

www.myspace.com/djmekalek

I'll end by offering up a few songs I feel representative of my taste
Beanie Sigel - Feel it in the air
Outkast - Player's Ball
Notorious B.I.G. - Living in pain (Ft 2Pac Mary J. Blige and Nas)
People under the stairs - Montego slay
Scarface - In between us ft. Nas
Jurassic Five - Concrete schoolyard

04-03-2007, 07:45 PM	#1 (permalink)
Olsonic Groupie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Amherst, MA Posts: 26	Rap Suggestions Aight, It looks like the rap forums here are a little dated. The biggie vs. Tupac horse was beaten to death in the 90's, and while the pairs immense influence is still very relevant, it is necessary to embrace quality artists that are making music today. One artist that has been consistently churning out gems has been AZ. His most recent album, 'The Format' added to an impressive library of hits created by the success of 'Doe or Die'. I love how AZ maintains a hard edge, yet he softens his beat and attitude on several tracks which shows a tremendous range of talent. Here are some suggestions: AZ - How ya livin' (ft. Nas) - Atran presents the best of AZ AZ - Gimmie Your's (doe or die 1995) AZ - Rather Unique (doe or die 1995) AZ - I feel for you (doe or die 1995) AZ - This is what I do (the format 2006) AZ - The format (the format 2006) AZ - Vandetta (the format 2006) As far as new artist are concerned, i implore people to look at the amazing talent of Mekalek. I found his most recent album, 'Live and Learn' featured on iTunes, and once again, some tracks gave me the chills. All of his beats are original, and his groups raps are genuine, but what makes them special is they are inspring and uplifting. They definately have a unique style that is very impressive and diverse. Mekalek - Running in place (<---my favorite) Mekalek - Incredible feeling Mekalek & Shawn Jackson - Top of the world Mekalek & Time machine - Here it is Mekalek - love life money guns www.myspace.com/djmekalek I'll end by offering up a few songs I feel representative of my taste Beanie Sigel - Feel it in the air Outkast - Player's Ball Notorious B.I.G. - Living in pain (Ft 2Pac Mary J. Blige and Nas) People under the stairs - Montego slay Scarface - In between us ft. Nas Jurassic Five - Concrete schoolyard __________________ I wish I could play little league now. I'd be way better than before. Last edited by Olsonic; 04-03-2007 at 08:01 PM.