DJ Ammbush sits with Kaz Kyzah, 1/3 of one of the Bay Area's most consistent groups The Team. Kaz breaks down the beginning of his rap career as well as The Team's start as a crew. Sit back and get a peak behind this Oakland hit writer's process.
DiALECT - Revenge [ prod. Nuttkase ]
Oceanside, CA's DiALECT back with that raw off his upcoming "RiverView Springs" Mixtape. BTW catch up by checking out DiALECT's "Andrew Lemonz" project here https://soundcloud.com/dialect760
D&A "Architects" Interview with Nio tha Gift
Drums & Ammo "Architects" with Richmond, California MC/Vocalist Nio tha Gift. Nio talks about his upbringing in Richmond, influences and his next project "Energy" dropping 11/11/15. Listen here. #DNA
Video: David Banner: The American Dream Wasn't Meant for Black People
David Banner gave yet another insightful interview as he sat down with DJ Smallz and reflected on his lectures, which strive to bring consciousness back to the youth. The Mississippi artist also shared his thoughts on Black culture, including why he believes that the "American Dream" was never meant for Black people.
"It was never meant for us to be a part of it. We chased it so hard that we put our children in front of the television...which was programmed to make them feel like they were less than human. You wonder why kids want to be thieves, that's all they ever saw on television for the most part."
The "Get Like Me" emcee also shared his thoughts on why he came back to rap, telling DJ Smallz that a lot of the rappers with a message left the game due to album sales dipping. He added, "We left these kids alone. And as much as they say they want money, you know what they want even more? It's your time."
Check out more of what David Banner had to say in the above clip.
Video: YSMG Raym "WestCoastin 2 "
"West Coastin2" is the second installment from the Hunters Point MC's "West Coastin"series. The project features Young Gully, G-Val, YB, and more. Download Raym's "West Coastin 2" at: http://indy.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34247/ysmg-raym-westcoastin-2.html
Video: Vince Staples - Señorita
This was the first release off Vince Staple's recently released album "Summertime ‘06", check out the album here http://smarturl.it/iSummertime06?IQid...
Mac Miller - Time Flies ft. Lil B (GOOD AM)
New cut off of Mac's latest release GO:OD AM, available at https://haveagoodam.com
D&A "ARCHITECTS" Interview with Jake One
From MF Doom to 50 Cent, Seattle's Jake One has carved a section out of the music industry on his own terms. After a long run as the go to producer for the G-Unit in it's hey day, to becoming half of the funk/soul duo Tuxedo (along with Mayer Hawthorne), Jake One has consistently stayed in the conversation of Hip Hop production. Ammbush of Drums & Ammo holla's at Jake about Seattle, Hip Hop production and his entry into the music industry.
A-1 at The Chapel
Catch SF MC A-1 at The Chapel, tickets available now here http://www.thechapelsf.com/event/923935-1-san-francisco/
TEAMBACKPACK | Vol 6 - The Jealous Guys Mix
The Jealous Guys "Continuation School" Album
SF's The Jealous Guys return after a brief hiatus with their first album "Continuation School". Executive produced by Ammbush/Drums & Ammo. With production from Hidden Faces, Sir Veterano, Jesse Jamez, Jake & the Phatman and Drums & Ammo artist/producer Ammbush. Download link: https://www.dropbox.com/s/582lgl9psvjei50/CS.zip?dl=0 #DNA
RICKIE SMOSKA "iGRIND"
From the dungeons of Rap, where fake &*&%$ don't make it back. Rickie Smoska prepares to release his first EP "Smokey Knuckles", the first leak is "iGrind" Produced by Coffee House Multimedia (see the album "Ammbaataa"). As the EP artwork suggests, riding with Smoska can be more than you expect, no fear and loathing though. Rugged rap for the blue collar Hip Hop fiends: beats/rhymes. A Drums & Ammo Affiliate since day one. Support that man here: https://rickiesmoska.bandcamp.com/track/igrind
Gangrene ft. Havoc and Sean Price “Sheet Music” Video
The passing of Sean Price was a major loss for the music community. Through a storied career, he earned respect from fellow emcees, DJs, and artists. Fittingly, Gangrene has released a tribute to Sean Price in the form of their video for “Sheet Music,” which features Price, as well as Havoc of Mobb Deep on the hook. Directed by Jason Goldwatch, the video finds the duo chilling on milkcrates while smoking and pondering.
You can donate directly to Sean Price’s family here, and watch the music video for “Sheet Music” above. Gangrene’s new album, You Disgust Me, is out now.
Jay Rock "90059" video
The TDE MC/exec is warming up the world with a new video/single from his upcoming album with the same title "90059". With SZA behind the wheel Jay Rock rides through L.A. doing his best Silence of the Lambs impression. "90059," produced by TaeBeast