AR Wesley - The Self Portrait Pt 1

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The reflection of self is arguably one of the most intricate and liberating subjects in art that a creative can explore. To pull components out of your own perspective to display who “you” are and what symbolizes “you” is as vulnerable as you can get. Who dares to take that risk? AR Wesley has decided to take on the challenge, with the release of “The Self Portrait pt 1”.

This project reflects the attributes that make up AR’s distinction as artist. Where the instrumentals are soulful, lining up with soulful voice features like Fivy, Kendall J, and Jackie B, to caress the ears while his storytelling and wordplay reverberate the tones of OG hustlers, pimps and players.

Context plays a key in “The Self Portrait pt 1”. The first track and it's radio station call In intro is a recurring theme in hip-hop. Formulating the juxtaposition between audience and artist, it promotes the idea of who is listening? And why? A bit cliche but it sets the tone for “street radio”. As you bump AR, deeper concepts are projected like the realities of being black in America and the social inequalities, head butted by survival mentalities. On personal notes, he reveals how perspective is subjective, using the identity of a drugged out uncle that symbolizes all the things wrong with society but from AR’s view, he was the one listening, teaching, showing him he could be better, and where the hustle goes in “Time is Millmatic”.

This project seems like a request to enlighten the people regardless of what capacity of life they are living. This time around I see the portrait being painted from the inside out, those things done in the dark have been given some air, leaving no room to hide guilt and much room for growth. AR has made a subconscious but voluntary act to spill his soul out for all to listen, which is hard to judge. What will your story reveal about you?

We can't wait to see how far AR will take us in and what comes next. We have some sources that tells CW that Pt. 2 will be sooner then you think. Listen below. /CW

Vote Today Wisconsin!

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Today is primary day, Wisconsin!

CopyWrite can’t urge you enough to use your right to vote. Today’s primary elections determine who will be on the final presidential ballot. (THIS IS IMPORTANT!) We can’t talk about how we will change the world if we don’t decide to vote.

How do you register to vote? To vote in Wisconsin you need to be registered. You can register any time up to and including election day. On election day, you can register at your polling place with ID and proof of address.

Where do you vote? Use the link here to find your polling place.

Now it's time to vote. Comment if you have any questions and then SHARE this link with your friends and family to remind them to vote today in the Wisconsin primary! Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

 

RAH - Fake Lover (Prod. Papo/Rah)

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With the urge to make it to the top on any upcoming artists mind; RAH brings us "Fake Lover" a short track that brings to light the fake admiration that comes with the music game.

Produced by himself and Jersey producer Papo, the intrinsic beat over some quick rhymes makes us want a part 2 of the track. Listen below. 

New track coming from Rah and New Jerseys own producer, Papo.

Deonte "Weekend" Neely - Minimum (featuring Nimbus Cool)

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We will stay this over and OVER again, but CopyWrite will always respect the hustle of someone working. 

This is why we bring you another track from Deonte "Weekend" Neely by the name of "Minimum" featuring is fellow grind-a-holic Nimbus Cool. The track produced by Weekend is also his first track off his upcoming project, Contemporary Art III. 

With smooth vibes steady, listen to the track below and don't sleep on the team.

First single of 2016 from my upcoming project, "Contemporary Art III", featuring Nimbus Cool. Production handled by me. Mixed and Mastered by Pizzle.

Hamburger Helper - Watch The Stove

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You saw that right, Hamburger Helper dropped it's first rap album "Watch The Stove" and as the best April Fool's joke of them all; it's surprisingly fire.

With solid beats, clever wordplay and catchy hooks, the five-track album definitely is an eye-catching marketing stunt & though we wouldn't pick Hamburger Helper as a food brand to endorse or be associated with hip-hop or rap music; the album might make you rethink your next grocery trip.

Listen to the album below and if you haven't already listen to Lupe Fiasco's latest food related drop "Express" as Fiasco hops on Desiigner's "Panda" for hungry freestyle.

Hottest mixtape in the kitchens.

Penny Bridges - You Cry Yourself Away

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** WARNING - The artist we are about to introduce you to will make you want to stop everything you're doing**

Meet 21 year old singer/songwriter Penny Bridges from Wolverhampton, England.

Though she references herself as a new artist, (only releasing two songs on SoundCloud thus far) we're truly mesmerized by her angelic sounds. In her most recent track, "You Cry Yourself Away," the artist takes us back with some guitar and piano in the background showcasing her range of vocals and also her songwriting skills.

We can't wait to hear what's next from Penny. 

Peep the track below and let us know what you think of this new artist. 

BNJMN. - FTL w/ M7, Pizzle, Riley, Masego, Krs

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Toronto producer, BLMN (Jahnoir Singh), murders this track, FTL.

From the incredible women vocalist on the hook, Milwaukee's own Pizzle slowing his raps down for the track or the saxophone interlude that will soothe anyone soul; we had to share the track.

Take a listen below and tell us your favorite Toronto artists you can't get enough of. 

Deonte "Weekend" Neely - YNS (prod. PoptartPete & Foisey)

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We might not be ready for his flow but he must have something in the cut waiting for us (Contemporary Art III, anyone?).

So peep the newest track from Weekend Neely with some slick rhymes over a jazzy beat produced by duo PoptartPete & Foisey.

Just something to hold off everyone till #ContemporaryArtIII Coming Soon.

RIP Phife Dawg #RespectTheLegendary

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Today, CopyWrite and the hip-hop world mourns the lost of a true icon.  

Phife Dawg (born Malik Taylor) was a founding member of A Tribe Called Quest and died Tuesday at the age of 45 from complications resulting from diabetes. While multiple media outlets confirmed the rapper's death, Phife had health issues for years, undergoing a kidney transplant in 2008 to deal with a longtime battle with diabetes.

While in ATCQ, Phife appeared on all five of the group's studio albums, most notably 1991's The Low End Theory and 1993's Midnight Marauders, acting as the high-pitched, gruff vocal counterpoint to Q-Tip's smooth, mellow flow. 

Rest peacefully, Phife Dawg.

& listen to some of CW's favorite songs from the legend below. #RespectTheLegendary

“Cause if I don’t say I’m the best, tell me who the hell will.”
— Phife Dawg