Essential Hip Hop

Found this little gem while browsing the internet. Not at all is this a comprehensive list. But I have to say it does cover some underground classics most people may have never heard of. Pretty damn iLL

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SF Excursion 7.22.2011

I just wanted to lightly touch on a little vacay I took this past weekend to visit la familia. First off, here is my so fresh to def family:

Shout out to my sister for allowing Julie and I to …

Dj Leacy and Nucleus – All Music Lovers

First and foremost, RIP to James Leacy a.k.a. Dj Leacy. I really don’t feel like I have the knowledge to speak on anything about him aside from the fact he was a Jedi Master when it came to dropping breaks.…

Linking Struggles and Stories of Migration 7.21.12

Anytime strong steady activist Ree Obana hollers for one of her events to be documented, I shall make my sincerest attempt to shoot the place up. There’s nothing like having to photograph with a cause. That is all.

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The Match Up ReVisited: Happee vs. Bakspin

It was a pleasure to have these two rock the spot. Two SD certified legends blessing the building. T’was iLL as well to see Opoetik rip the mic from time to time . . . seeing that it was his …

Bikes, Sun, and Art

There’s nothing like San Diego sun. But there’s nothing like taking advantage of San Diego sun on two wheels with three other individuals with a cause. Ride bikes, eat burgers, and take pictures of Annie Lou by her cool artwork. …

Gramatik – Street Bangers Vol.1

I really really like this album. It’s pretty much all production/instrumentals. But it most definelty plays as a good soundtrack while trying to get stuff done around the house. Here are a few things I’ve done while listening to the …

Kartell – Fresh Memories EP

The best way I can describe this:  Funky electro hipster music.

I actually really like a few tracks. Makes me think of a party out in the sun with Sangria, low V-necks, tight jeans, vintage glasses, and girls wearing those …

Pocos Pero Locos 4 or 5 (I Think) 7.3.11

It’s rare that I lose my cookies. Sure . . . I’m constantly ON THE EDGE of going over. But rarely do I cross that line. But on this night, not only did I stepped over that line, I’m sure …