While You're Waiting.....
If you don't know, I have been doing artist spotlights on the performers for Perfect Attendance since the beginning of this year. Unfortunately, my computer crashed a couple days ago. Hopefully it will be up by Monday. But in the mean time, check out Columbus emcee, The Akapella's(the one the only) freestyle and tell me what you think. #youknowyoulikeit
Boog Brown - Up Jumps The Boogie
Definitely a force to be reckoned with in the hip hop scene, Ms. Brown has made her way across Atlanta's underground scene and mixtape crowd. Her latest release is what's got her going and her upcoming ventures are taking her to the top. Next Tuesday will be her first time performing in Athens, Ga. Welcome to Bulldog Nation. Miss Solow Dolow: You were in Creative Loafing's "Best of '09." How have things been for you in 2010?
Boog Brown: 2010 has been incredible so far! I just finished up the album with Apollo Brown called The Brown Study, performed at SXSW, dropped my mixtape Grind Season Vol 1, and I celebrated a birthday. Plus I have a couple shows lined up so far and of the three of the two are paying! Yaaaay!! Busy busy, but glad to be so.
MSD: You've done several shows. Who are some of your favorite artists to perform with?
BB: I have to say Clan Destined, Dillon Maurer, Adrift Da Belle, Rita J, SmallEyez and Lyric Jones to name a few. They surprise me every time. I always walk away even more inspired than before and ready to fine tune my shit. I want to inspire them as much as they inspire me.
MSD: How is the underground scene in Atlanta?
BB: That shit is gangsta! If only the cliques would realize there's more power in numbers than everybody trying to be a fuckin' star we can all get paid. Lots of the females and even the males don't know that what they eat don't make nobody else shit but them so they get hung up on little shit like trying be the top dog. That's how they lose their art and that's the only wack shit about the underground scene. I guess that's everywhere though.
MSD: How is the She the Hard Way project going? What is your relationship like with the other artists?
BB: She the Hard Way is going well. We kinda took a break so we can all focus on our respective projects at the moment. All the ladies I've had the pleasure of working with are dope so our working relationship reflects that. I am truly inspired by them so it just gets me amped to hear any of them spit an ill verse. Makes me realize to step my rhymes up so I don't get lost in the sauce.
MSD: What other Atlanta artists would you like to collaborate with?
BB: There are so many: Broady Champs, Binkis Recs, Adrift da Bell, Rita J, Naira, Smalleyez, Dillon Maurer, theDollDaze, and a gang of other folks who conveniently slip my mind at the present time. Aint that how it always goes?!
MSD: Are you familiar with the rest of the bill for the Athens Show? BB: Just Lyric, but I am super excited to see and hear something new and refreshing. MSD: What can we expect on Marth 30th? (MY BDAY!)
BB: Some real live shit! I get down! Detroit stand up!
Tom P - Pretty Cool White Boy
No longer up and coming, Tom P has made a name for himself across the south. The eastsider discusses his work on the 808 Experiment Vol. 2, his ideal collaborations, and just how cool he really is.....through many laughs of course.Miss Solow Dolow: I'm from
Tom P: Growing up in
MSD: How do you go from "the kid who raps and is actually good at it" to "the kid who raps and is fucking good at it"?
TP: Practice. A friend of mine wrote that in my MySpace biography. I guess when I first started rapping, like anyone, it still needed work. However, back then in our little world I was like the only guy anybody knew who was actually trying to rap, so I think everybody just supported it because it was original and I was their friend. But like I said, I was friends with everybody. By college I was selling out shows, and gaining more attention outside of the area plus getting gigs with national artists. Also, rap started getting more popular and a lot of other kids started trying to take a stab at it. But at that point I already had about 5 years of practice on them, and it showed. So I think everyone who had been supporting me took a second look like "Wow, he's not just our friend Tom trying to rap, he is actually is really fucking good at this" [laughs]
MSD: You've done several shows regionally. Who are some of your favorite artists to perform with?
TP: My favorite artist right now is Bobby Ray. Getting to do a show with him, meeting him and chopping it up was a great experience. I am proud to say that I know such a talented musician who is on his way to the top right now. I enjoy a lot of the local cats as well; Lyric Jones, The Canz, Grip, A. Leon, and FKI.
MSD: Your song on the 808 mixtape is one of the stronger tracks. How do you feel about that?
TP: I appreciate that. I aimed to do something that would stand out and knew it would be difficult with so many great artists on the same tape. I am a huge fan of everyone. I did not want to make a flashy song, instead I wanted to make an honest song. Like when you see me I may be up on stage but the next day I am waiting tables. Let the audience know that music is not easy. There are rappers out here focused on money and trends, some who even have money to buy their way in. They can afford the clothes, Patron, etc. While many others like myself are really out here grinding. Which I believe pays off. See, people can have the image and swagger, etc. but then no one cares or comes to their shows. I have always just offered good music and the truth, and I have typically bring hundreds and even thousands of people out to my concerts. Real recognizes real. The SMKA guys and I came up with the idea of the puppets as a metaphor for those who downplay that hustle and might judge me on my swagger instead of my musical abilities and the dues I have paid. What is funny is the song has almost generated two opposite opinions, people who absolutely love it, say it’s the best song on the album, and people who hate it. I take both as an achievement because when people can feel so strongly on something one way or the other that means it really stood out. Plus I can kind of laugh because the people who hate it, or do not get it, are probably the puppets.
MSD: What
TP: Outkast, Goodie Mob, Young bloodz, and TI. I am actually about to be doing a lot of feature songs w/ some pretty big local and national acts... so stay tuned!
MSD: How is the underground scene in
TP: There are like 20 million people trying to be rappers[laughs]. I have never considered myself an "underground rapper." At one time that word just meant an artist who had not been signed yet. Now people seem to think it defines a certain sound of music. Like, people out here will strive to have an "underground" sound. I might have a song with a message, I might do a party song, but my music is always a representation of my real life experiences. Also, I will never slack on the lyrics or try to fit some pre-categorized idea of how hip hop should sound... I am tough to pin point, however I am getting pretty popular, and I think that has put me in an interesting position in the "underground scene." I think some of the "underground" rappers in
MSD: Are you familiar with the rest of the bill for the Athens Show?
TP: Lyric is my home girl. I do not know the others personally, but look forward to chopping it up with them.
MSD: What can we expect on Marth 30th? (MY BDAY!)
TP: Haha, happy birthday! Well, I am currently working on my second independent album. Set to drop June 25th with a large summer concert in the works and early Itunes release. I will be doing some new stuff off of that and performing a lot of my classic material as well, probably getting wasted by the end of the night and making a fool of myself.
MSD: Why don't you like MySpace?
TP: [laughs] I mainly put that on there because I always forget to check it and people catch feelings like I am ignoring them. I would rather them hit me on Facebook or go to my web page. It does not seem like a very helpful tool anymore. Everyone on there is just another person trying to promote themselves and there is no shame in putting ads all over other peoples shit. It seems like a fake representation of how popular a group is. If you have time you can literally sit around all day and friend people until you have 20 million friends, it means nothing. I don't know it just seems dated to me.
MSD: You’re a pretty cool white boy......
TP: I'd like to think so...[laughs]
316 Connection II
It's on my birthday. The bar might be on me.....More info dolow and Q&A's with Tom P and Boog Brown following!
EPICNESS!!!!!!! New Earth Hip Hop and Lyric Jones will be turning up the heat on Tuesday March 30th!!!! "316 Connection Pt. II" Where we're bringing some of the hottest from the ATL: Dres tha Beatnik, Tom P and Boog Brown to the "Lil A". ISHUES will be performing!!!! First time in a couple years, and of course ya'll know Ima crush mics. This is gonna be dope!!!! BE THERE YO!!!!! DON'T BE THE ONE TO REGRET IT!!! **support good music**
New Earth Hip Hop & Lyric Jones presents:
"316 Connection Pt. II"
(Bridging the gap between Athens & Atlanta)
Featuring:
ISHUES (http://www.myspace.com/ishues)
Lyric Jones (http://www.lyricjones.com)
Tom P (http://www.myspace.com/theonlytomp)
Boog Brown (http://www.myspace.com/bbrownfbgm)
Hosted by: D.R.E.S Tha BEATnik (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJA9zj4lhEo)
Sounds by: DJ Majestik
Tuesday March 30th
18+ to enter/ 21+ to drink
Doors open at 9:30pm
$5
New Earth Music Hall
227 W. Dougherty St. Athens, GA 30601
MSD TV
Enjoy some videos that dropped last week and over the weekend. Perfect Attendance spotlights coming up next! =)
TPain "Reverse Cowgirl" (I thought he wasn't doing autotune anymore)
Vivian Green "Beautiful" (Mannnn I love this song)
Robin Thicke feat. Estelle Rollacoasta (Gotta love Robin, Iono about Estelle lol)
Perfect Attendance: The MCs
If ya'll don't know, I do spotlights on the performers for Fadia Kader's Perfect Attendance showcase here in Atlanta. Up until April 3rd, get to know the eight guys that are gonna take the stage for the ultimate upcoming artist prize. Look below for details.
Perfect Attendance presents: THE MC's
Catch them LIVE @ 529 ( East Atlanta Village)
DOORS OPEN @ 10PM
21+
|| About PERFECT ATTENDANCE music showcase ||
An ARTIST DEVELOPMENT based showcase, that helps brand and showcase unsigned/buzzing artist in all Genres. The crowd favorite along with our judges input, receives a artist development package that helps with building their brand.
|| The Package ||
* Photoshoot by LEE STARNES | www.leestarnesphoto.com
* EPK/Lifestyle reel by THE SP AGENCY | www.thespagency.com
* Press Coverage by our Official Media Partner: CREATIVE LOAFING and a ton of press pre/post the event by other sites/blogs.
* 8hr Studio Session @ Mindzai Creative Lab | www.mindzai.net
* Come Up Kids DVLPMT Artist Consulting Session
* Perform at IDOMUSIC NETWORKING event the following month
* Perform at Keep it Classic / Greg Street show case the following month
* Follow-Up Show @529: with winner as 1 of the headliners
***** Invite to participate in the 6 month show with all the previous winners for a chance to win THE ULTIMATE PACKAGE that includes a variety of elements to assist in Branding a full project to be released by COMEUPKIDS.COM / C.U.K Dvlpmt
|| Performing ||
Al King | http://twitter.com/ALKINGyouworms
ChoSe | http://twitter.com/ChoSe258
Floco Torres | http://twitter.com/Flocotorres
Money Makin Nique | http://twitter.com/MoneyMakinNique
MumsFP | http://twitter.com/mumsfp
Niko Villamor | http://twitter.com/nikovillamor
The Akapella |http://twitter.com/theakapella
Young Lyxx |http://twitter.com/younglyxx
||Mixtape ||
www.PERFECTATTENDANCE.bandcamp.com
Resident DJ || MISTER MIND http://twitter.com/mistermind
Resident Host || DRES THA BEATNIK http://twitter.com/dresthabeatnik
Special Thanks to ||
Comeupkids.com
Mindzai
The SP Agency
Lee Starnes
Mister Mind /Audubon Society
Tight Bros
Freshiam.net
IDoMusic
Download the mixtape here ---> http://www.PERFECTATTENDANCE.bandcamp.com
Up first is Columbus bred The Akapella!!
Dine w/ Your Destiny
So this is MY event. I planned it and coordinated it all by myself. With the help of my MEISA eboard members, we were able to put some more people out. Nothing is ever going on Monday nights! This is where you need to be from now on. Show me love and have a good time. I would appreciate it and ya'll know I don't ask for much....$5 Entry. Come come come!
Dining with Your Destiny is a program that will entail a mini-forum, intimate discussion with panelists/guests, and dinner. This event is meant to bring together a vast amount of individuals throughout the campus and community to have an up close and personal q& a with their industry professional of choice.
Through this program, MEISA and EGO Ent. expect to provide Georgia State University student body and the Atlanta community with:
• A greater understanding of the entertainment industry from various aspects
• Opportunities to meet with local industry professionals one-on-one
• Chances to networks with individuals pursuing the same careers
• Development in their entertainment career choices
Wine and dine with the biggest and brightest in Atlanta's entertainment circuit.
Admission:
$3 for MEISA members(pay in person)
$5 for non-members
Entertainment Journalism:
- Maurice Garland (www.mauricegarland.com)
- Arjan Writes (www.arjanwrites.com)
Broadcasting:
- Dominick Brady (www.dominickbrady.com)
Marketing and Promotions:
- Jabari Graham (Shameless Plug/Arts, Beats, and Lyrics)
- Moses Davis (Warner Bros. Music)
- Kervins Chauvet (Patchwerk Recordings)
- Tom White (A3C Marketing)
Fashion:
Scarlett Spade (www.cocainepretti.com)
Troy Haynes (Stylist)
James Madison (www.atlantagotsole.com)
Photography:
- Lee Starnes (www.leestarnesphoto.com)
Public Relations:
- Nicole Garner (www.thegarnercircle.com)
Production/Songwriting):
- Sam King (www.samkingdom.com)
- DJ Sol Messiah (www.solmessiah.com)
- Adam Ledgister (Kaizen Ent.)
Visual:
- Choyce and Marcus of Kickstand (www.kickstandlive.net)
- Motion Family (www.motionfamily.com)
- Maya Table (www.digi360.com)
RSVP here ---> http://whatsyourdestiny.eventbrite.com
You can also pay at the door.
Questions/Comments/Concerns, contact Isabelle Ahanotu:
iahanotu06@yahoo.com or 678-571-1674
