Our #WeSeeYou goes to artist J.O. for his social commentary and deep content in his track "A Thousand Times."
The track is definitely worth being noted.
Watch the official video below, follow his next moves on Twitter and let us know what you think.
Sometimes there is a need to just vibe out. This EP ‘Thank You BASED GOD! (Transcendence)’ by Victor Rose is a small collection of what seems to be the reverberation of personal thoughts creased between the threads of mentally soothing beats. Poetic attraction? Maybe. We will let you hear it for yourself.
But tell Victor Rose #WeSeeYou
Leave a comment so we know what you think.
We never really need a reason to share dope music. So stream Regal's #EYEOPENSERIES, anticipate "PREMONITIIONS" coming soon and read his CW interview right here.
& as always let us know what you think. #StayFocused
What up Milwaukee Mondays!
For those of you who don’t know, “Milwaukee Mondays” are a result of a partnership between the Milwaukee Bucks and 88Nine Radio Milwaukee. In this six-week series, our Monday home games will feature local musicians performing at halftime, local designers creating one-of-a-kind “Milwaukee Originals” gear and even local food that will be presented throughout the game (Free Palermo's anyone?).
New Age Narcissism, NAN was the first music collective to perform and bring their unique and vibrant energy to the Bradley Center. In their about six-minute set, the collective showcased the skills of the group while performing a mash up of some favorites like 'Kinfolk,’ ‘Bango’ and ‘This Is Our Year.’
We were geeked and in a room full of potential new fans, they killed it.
However, while we loved seeing our local artist front and center on stage, we did receive feedback that there could have been improvements (on the Bucks end) for better sound quality and some fans even mentioned giving the artist more time to do what they do best.
We’re just excited to see the rest of what Milwaukee Mondays has to offer.
But we will say that NAN’s energy definitely could have been the main reason the Bucks won 109 to 88. Take that to the head. Bang! Bang! Bang! Bango!
Here’s a list of the Milwaukee Monday nights featuring the Milwaukee Originals shirts and the few local artists they have listed thus far.
NOV 23 VS. PISTONS
Designer: Sconnie Nation
Musicians: NAN
NOV 30 VS. NUGGETS
Designer: Orchard Street Press
Musician: Hugh Masterson and the Hustle
DEC 7 VS. TRAIL BLAZERS
Designer: Too Much Metal
Musician: Klassik
JAN 4 VS. SPURS
Design Details Coming Soon
FEB 22 VS. LAKERS
Designer: Wiskullsin
FEB 29 VS. ROCKETS
Designer: Milwaukee Home
As always support local and let us know what you thought of the first Milwaukee Mondays.
From our homies at Uni.Fi Records, we introduce the RapLords debut album #RapLords. Consisting of emcees Dana Coppafeel, SPEAK Easy, and their DJ/producer/Engineer Mammyth, the 12 project track brings together an impressive group of local and national talent while showcasing the collectives energetic and 90s roots.
Listen to the album or take a look at the video for 2 mph below.
And a special shout out to Grimace for his collaborative track, Intrinsic Behavior featuring the RapLords, Guilty Simpson and Vincent VanGreat.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/09hQnDpxZo3Bj5nlhnve1W iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ky/album/raplords/id1052894189 RapLords consist of Mammyth (DJ/Producer/Engineer), SPEAK Easy (Emcee), Dana Coppafeel (Emcee): And Associates As Dana Coppafeel & SPEAK Easy finish their 3rd Collaborative project this LP will feature: Open Mike Eagle, Haz Solo, Punchline, Skyzoo, Signif, Von Alexander, Rusty P's, J.J. Jabber, Guilty Simpson, Vincent VanGREAT
Walking into a warm welcoming spot that feels uncommon from the norm, "Higher Learning that's the team" is being yelled by multiple voices from on stage. Which makes me think, is Hip-Hop back in a pure form on this October night?
Honestly I can say their was only one light that shined from a far in this blue lit room. With such brilliant name, a full beautiful figure and a smile to match the humbleness, that shining light belongs to Grey Genius.
A female MC that also displays lovely vocals, from the city of Milwaukee. Who is also a Marquette graduate I must add. Although she shared the stage with her Higher Learning team, she stands out as Lauryn Hill did to the Fugees. That's right, Lauryn Hill, with all due of respect though. After presenting her brand new HD video to the believers (fans) that attended Lux Lounge on MLK Blvd, proof was in every spoon of the pudding. Her stage presence was un-de-ni-ab-le!!!!
If you’re a true life fan of Hip-Hop, she just may soon be in your digital tape deck. One thing that stood out most to me was how mature her sound is. Nowadays in an era when behavior isn't much of a factor, she's bound to leave a stamp of maturity on the game. I can definitely tell that she's influenced by the recent generations of music, which will lead her to being an original figure from her hometown. I'm not sure if the city will understand how necessary her maturity is needed, but I guess it's up to her and her Higher Learning team to justify that.
From the soul is where her talents are possessed, so from the soul we shall hunger for what's next to come. Till then listen to 'Love Is...' and let us know what you think.
- Kelvin DayNAge Cross
My Love Is...
Premiering right here, Milwaukee artist, Vato's first single off his EP 'Intermission Music'.
With his unique style of Soul, Hip-Hop, Funk, and R&B. Our sources say that listeners are gravitating toward his music rather quickly. Take a listen and let us know what you think.
Miss Mary Mary is a reference for Marijuana, the effects it can have on an individual. Also referring to Miss Mary Mary as a women who Vato was addicted too. The addiction had to seize. But fun while it lasted. Miss Mary Mary it feels so right!! Enjoy!!
Psychedelic TrapHouse, this event added another level to what it is to love “Trap” music. Before entering the venue there was a handmade sign on the door that read, Queen Tut's Psychedelic TrapHouse release party. I definitely felt the "TrapHouse” vibe (though no trappers were actually around lol). As I enter through the doors I was welcomed by two of Queens' close friends who held down the front end of the event. I was escorted in immediately like they had been awaiting my arrival, making me feel all special. Shout out to Queen! There were many familiar faces in the building and the lineup was amazing. Queen Tut’s release party shows her ability to bring out Milwaukee’s growing Urban Cultured community, which not all artist can do. She Shared the stage with other wonderful; Chakra Blu, Abby Jean, and Zed Zenko just to name a few. Not only did the showcase focus on her release but it also celebrated Queen Tut's birthday, and boy was she excited to share her cake that taste like Cinnamon Toast Crunch! Yum! Being entertained and fed at a release party is a win to me. It was awesome.
CopyWrite would love to know what is next to come from Queen Tut. We shall be watching.
Listen to the EP here. Leave a comment & let us know what you think.
Queen Tut's dark whimsical dream fantasy in the form of words and sound. Cover Art By Sara Carter Executive Produced by Abby Jean Rebel Love Producers : Q The Sun, Brandeaux Calrissian, Elijah Jamal Asani, Abby Jean Rebel Love Rest In Peace Shavey. Everything I do is for you.
CopyWrite was recently invited to “The Function”, a showcase by Rebel Nxtion, with headlining act Reggie Bonds hosting. As the music community in Milwaukee increases, so does the demand for showcase events. Reggie, in the hopes of building and branding on this, has set the tone for a Tuesday night outing of raw talent & varied styles of Hip-Hop. “The Function” brought in a different crowd than what we are used to seeing at most local events. This assorted crowd included clothing designers, videographers, trap rappers, conscious rappers, alternative artists, fashion bloggers, members of local entrepreneurial organizations and fans of all backgrounds...and we mean ALL.
“The Function” promised to be “Lit” with special appearances from a multitude of artist. Some of the feedback we received noted that the event was under promoted, and behind schedule, which left us craving more stage acts and less turn up. However, the night did featured local fashion brand High Rollers Club. This form of communal collaboration gives us hope that as one side of Urban Culture expands in the city, so will the other components. Rebel Nxtion’s expanding its showcase to feature another form of art and culture (fashion) is commendable.
Though the first event had its bumps, Reggie is not one to give up. Tonight, Tuesday 10/20/15, he will be hosting “The Function Reloaded”. This time we are to expect a more stacked list of appearances, including a few female MC’s on the bill, (something that was not included in the last). We hope it turns out to be a great night. If first you don't succeed, try try again...somebody has to.
Also we'll share some shots from CopyWrite's own Vato Vergara of the event.
Love & All Things Urban,
CopyWrite
Recently, CopyWrite was asked to sponsor a MKE stop on Emmitt James, Hunger Pains tour.
The now Cali based, Milwaukee native, House of Renji artist, shared the showcase with PC the Real, AR. Wesley, CamB, and Weekend Neely. With True Skool inc. on the 1's & 2's receiving 25% of the proceeds for their organization.
The stylistically quirky human that is Emmitt blessed the crowd with tracks from his EP, Hunger Pains, that reflect the true nature of grind and Le' Struggle. But be clear, his execution on the topic is unorthodox and simply refreshing. Expressing thoughts that most of us have wanted to say but didn't have the right words to formulate it.
Songs like ATM Fees, where he bluntly ask "Why I gotta pay to take my own money out?", will make you yeen out loud as if he was giving a testimony in church. PREEEEACH!
Ramen Noodles & Red Wine feat. Genesis Renji, speaks on the hardships of being an adult & trying to make a way. The uncertainty of stability but grasping at dreams reflects on Emmitt's own journey for greatness with his move to L.A. to be a fashion intern & supposedly a barista as well. Making Ramen as a cheap substitute for pasta, fitting a red wine thirst.
As always, Emmitt's relations or situationships with reality or fictional being that is counter part, are questioned from his own conscious. His perspective of "love loss" or "change gains", play through his thoughts in LeftOver Burnt Rice.
As he even performed the tracks with a live band, his jazzy beats and humble subject matter evoked intimacy between him and the crowd. He also released a special aura of comfort, goof and artistry we like to think only a Mil-towner can produce.
Check out Emmitt James Hunger Pains EP and let us know what you think.
Love & All things Urban, CopyWrite
#StayHungryMKE
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