The Carolina Inquirer talks to Ro Jackson & Chico Suavay in North Charlotte

The Carolina Inquirer talks to rappers Ro Jackson and Chico Suavay in North Charlotte about their products, latest mixtapes, being "Onna Clock", what they are rapping about and more!

Album Points: Tyler The Creator WOLF

ALBUM POINTS: TYLER THE CREATOR, WOLF
(by Cody Blevins)

           As a now major cultural success, Wolf Haley, Tyler, or whatever moniker seems to be giving less of a shit. Whether it is destroying award show glamor, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djv1XkoswRQ
or being straight edge, to slumming dope binge phrasing, I'm still impressed with the album.
Why? It could have been a disaster that's why. A skyscraper tall sense of self, and a large lump sum of angry “everything I say matters” teen demographics, could have resulted in the album that was lukewarm before it even got served.


1. I'm Impressed:
Here is the conundrum, as absolutely over the top and unfinished WOLF seems on the outset, at no point do you ever suspend disbelief, The tracks are ramshackle pieces of soul scum, cut up hip hop pieces, and worked over psyche rap hooks holding together the frayed lines, schizo fast brain jumping, and Eminem-lite phrasing. This leads into my next point.


2. I'm Unimpressed:
I'm going to play the “Yonkers” card, it is hard to follow. End of discussion. Coming off the starlit ride of the fame after Goblin, TV shows, and a gained sense of self awareness that only somebody in his position would know, the lyrics just fall short. Most of it is self deprecating, most of it is faux-anger towards outside bodies hating his fame, his homophobic lyrics, or his work ethic. I see peaks of lyrical depth talking about his sister who he took care of, or the fans who want to believe the anger and adrenaline rush of his former work. It comes out a wash, mud.


3. Beauty and the Beats:
This album is a great step up in audio quality from “Goblin”, However that isn't saying much, the ODD FUTURE collective are not a collective of super strict obsessed audiophiles, and that is a good thing, because the beats are intriguing and enthralling, despite their ripped and torn nature.
Wolf is meant to be enjoyed by a new enthralled generation of everything at once listeners. This approach is appropriate, somethings stick, others don't.

Ducktails: The Flower Lane - (Review)

 

 

 

·         Ducktails: The Flower Lane-

            Ducktails is a band forged out of figure head/frontman Matthew Mondanile's fairly prolific and expansive take on spaced out voyages, pop romanticism, tropical swaying, and even prog rock tendencies.  The latter is especially important when considering his latest output under the Ducktails name, The Flower Lane. At first it bounces like a casual Cure-esque take on 90's fuzzed out pop mannerisms (not to be confused with the late 00's somewhat dreary overly muddled take on garage/dreamy melodies that either rocked and partied too hard or became a sleeping tablet) Until the track “Under Cover” which delivers a progression so vibrant, and Robert Fripp like, that it jars you out of the gauze and complacent heaven the first two tracks bring (the title track is especially heavenly).

            Luckily, the pleasant experimentation doesn't stop there, like the spy/noir opening guitars and piano stabs on “Timothy Shy” that feels like a one up on Crystal Skulls sound, or “Letter Of Intent” that makes you feel as if you've just entered sultry disco club with a siren signing through morphine and shards of light.  Hardly a track is amiss here, still songs like; “Assistant Director” and “International Date Line” do tend to feel a little listless and lack the in the execution and completion when stacked up with the rest of the album. Small digs aside. wonderful album for anyone even remotely interested in melody and euphoria.

Rating: 4/5

By Cody Blevins

Olatunji Mason Speaks

Producer / Songwriter Olatunji Mason (who has worked with Shabba Ranks, Blaq Planet, Krumb Snatcha and more) talks to the Carolina Inquirer about his move to Charlotte, NC and the music scene in North Carolina. Listen to what he has to say.

Mono Bagends "You Drive Me Crazy" (featuring Mela Bela)

Mono Bagends is back with a blazing hot new single titled "You Drive Me Crazy" featuring Mela Bela!  Listen to the song above and then check out our Carolina Inquirer Interview with the artist here
http://thecarolinainquirer.blogspot.com/2013/03/mono-bagends-returns-to-talk-about-his.html

Mono Bagends returns to talk about his new single "You Drive Me Crazy" featuring Mela Bela

Rising New York stationed recording artist Mono Bagends recently got in touch with The Carolina Inquirer for another one on one interview, this time around Mono Bagends has a new single to push.... "You Drive Me Crazy" featuring singer Mela Bela!  The fans and critics are loving this single, and some are comparing this to Pitbull and Flo-Rida!  Read the interview and listen to what he has to say here.....

The Carolina Inquirer:  What has Mono Bagends been up to in 2013 so far?

Mono Bagends:  It's been very busy as of late.  Been doing more shows, interviews and the video and radio play is going up every week. It's an exciting time.

The Carolina Inquirer:  For those that haven't heard you, what makes Mono Bagends different than any other artists in the game so far?

Mono Bagends:  I'm just myself. I believe my story and upbringing is different from the typical rapper so I tend to stand out more. I do not curse when I rap so that would certainly make me different.

The Carolina Inquirer:  Your single "On Fire" is still getting a lot of love by DJs and radio stations across the nation, last we spoke the official youtube video had reached 50,000 + views and now the single has reached over 300,000 views and continues to grow, what have you been doing to keep the single buzzing?

Mono Bagends:  Staying active.  Working with different promotional teams and doing more shows.  I've been traveling to different states as well to spread the movement out. Just got back from Miami and I actually have a show in Pennsylvania tomorrow. (NOTE: the interview took place a day before the actual event and was posted AFTER March 22nd).  It's all about networking....one thing leads to the next.

The Carolina Inquirer:  You have a new single out too titled "You Drive Me Crazy", for those that haven't heard that single yet how would you describe it?
Mono Bagends:  It's a fast paced fun dance record. It's about a bad relationship between a male and female. I wrote it when I was in one. Everyone person on the planet has been in one of those so it is a cool record that everyone can relate too.

The Carolina Inquirer:  What made you go in a different direction for this single?

Mono Bagends:  I'm extremely versatile as an artist.   I don't stick to one type of sound. If I like a beat I will rock out over it.  I was feeling it so I did it. I love performing that record...it is a lot of fun.  I believe it has a lot of commercial appeal.

 

The Carolina Inquirer:  You worked with singer Mela Bela for your latest single "You Drive Me Crazy", do you have any other songs with her?

Mono Bagends:  Yes...we just recorded another song. Sometimes we work on records together that she doesn't do the singing on...we just play around with my flow and melodies. I will always work with her whenever she wants too. She is an awesome singer but an even more beautiful person.

The Carolina Inquirer:  What are your plans for this single?
Mono Bagends:  I haven't fully started pushing "You Drive Me Crazy" yet...I have leaked it to a few of the first companies that started with "On Fire". I'm going to shoot a video for it soon. "On Fire" is still blasting off so that's where the momentum is...This record will be a great follow up.


The Carolina Inquirer:  What are your plans for the rest of 2013?
Mono Bagends:  To stay active, keep working and push this movement to the next level. Great things are coming every day.  I want to stay humble and enjoy the journey getting to the destination.


Get more updates on Mono Bagends at http://www.bagendsblog.blogspot.com

MCBEE-X "I'm The King Pin" featuring Donald D. and Soul SK (Official Video)

Take a look at the hottest new video from ACM Recording artist MCBEE-X titled "I'm The King Pin" featuring Donald D. of Ice-T's Rhyme Syndicate and Soul SK of the Freestyle Fellowship!

Listen and watch the video and feel free to post your comments!

If you want more information on MCBEE-X then follow his official promo blog at
http://www.mcbee-x.blogspot.com

Mr. Boom Boom Bang "Freaky Noize" (Official Single) SOMETHING FOR THE STRIP CLUBS

Mr. Boom Boom Bang is back with another certified strip club banger "Freaky Noize"!  This single is sure to make the strip clubs go crazy! 

DJ Todd Bladz says that "Mr. Boom Boom Bang gives raunchiness some class"


Get more updates on this artist at http://www.boomboombangblog.blogspot.com

MCBEE-X Promotional Video

Take a look at the promotional video starring veteran West Coast rapper MCBEE-X.  MCBEE-X is dropping his next LP titled Return of the KingPin and the project will featuring artists such as Donald D. and Soul SK, along with dope rhymes and banging beats! 

For more information and updates on MCBEE-X just go to http://www.MCBEE-X.blogspot.com

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Check out Rising Singing Sensation Zemy's New Single "Be Myself"

Take a listen to the latest single "Be Myself" from rising teenage vocalist and ACM Recording artist Zemy!

If you would like more information on Zemy take a look at her official blog Zemy Online at
http://www.zemyonline.blogspot.com

New Mixtape: D.I.V. THE 12TH HOUR

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Check out the new release from D.I.V. titled The 12th Hour that was released Dec. 12th 2012 (12/12/12).

DJ Khaled collaborates with D.I.V. for New Single

DJ Khaled recently gave his stamp of approval to rising indie artist D.I.V.  Check out the song featuring DJ Khaled by D.I.V. titled "Move" (Make It Motivate) above. 

For more information on D.I.V. check out his official blog at http://www.divnews.blogspot.com

Also check out our past interview with D.I.V. here in The Carolina Inquirer at this link
http://www.thecarolinainquirer.blogspot.com/2012/08/interview-with-div.html

Grammy Nominated producers KlubJumpers work with PerfectPryzm to Remix "Dare To Live A Dream"

Grammy Nominated producers KlubJumpers team up with dance/electronic/club music making duo PerfectPryzm to remix the song "Dare To Live A Dream"!  You can listen to a snippet of the track below.  Feel free to post your feedback on the song.  For more information on the group PerfectPryzm go to this link http://www.perfectpryzmpromo.blogspot.com

Ketchmore Kids presents STOP DA VIOLENCE (Oct. 27th 2012)

 

 

Come out to the Stop Da Violence

Event Oct. 27th

 

at

Greenville Neighborhood Center

1330 Sprint Street

Charlotte, NC

28206

From 10 AM to 2 PM

 

 

The event will be hosted by Yasmin Young

of WPEG Power 98

 

and the music will be provided by

DJ Whoota

 

The event will have fun activities for the youth, live entertainment, guest speakers, food, a Baloon Release and MORE!!!

 

For more information on Ketchmore Kids

go to http://www.ketchmorekids.org

 

KETCHMORE KIDS “STOP DA VIOLENCE” EVENT, OCT. 27, 2012

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10:00am-10:30am-DJ Whoota opens up event/DJing

10:30am-11:35am-Host/DJ Yasmin Young joins event (welcome/hosting/DJing/youth dance contest, youth remarks about violence etc led by Host & DJ)

(11:36am-11:39am transition to first artist)

11:40am-11:55am-Spoken Word Artist, L’Monique, and African drum performance

(11:56am-11:59am transition to reading of proclamation and balloon release)

12:00pm-12:30pm-Proclamation Reading/Balloon Release/Short Speakers/Open Mic time for those who have lost a loved ones (led by Mothers of Murdered Offspring)

(12:31pm-12:34pm transition to next artist)

12:35pm-12:45pm-Kahri Payne

(12:46pm-12:49pm transition to next artist)

12:50pm-1:00pm-Akilz

(1:01pm-1:04pm transition to next artist)

1:05pm-1:15pm-Tonio

(1:16pm-1:19pm transition to next artist)

1:20pm-1:30pm-Lexii Saga

(1:31pm-1:34pm transition to next artist)

1:35pm-1:45pm-Krushai

(1:46pm-1:49pm transition to next artist)

1:50pm-2:00pm-Rockalot Dance Crew

(2:01pm-2:04pm transition to closing remarks)

2:05pm-2:15pm-Closing Remarks

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Rapper Big Pooh "Friends" (Fat Boy Fresh Vol. 2 Coming Soon!!)

Rapper Big Pooh is back with the new single titled "Friends" produced by Astronote from his upcoming Fat Boy Fresh Vol. 2.










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