WebsterX - Everything (prod. by Q the Sun)

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It’s Earth Day so we thought we would share this extraordinary and unworldly video.

Produced and directed by Cody LaPlant and Damien Blue, Webster X brings us the next “trilogy” to the incredible visuals we have already seen for “Doomsday” and “Lately” that were released last year.

The video for “Everything” captures the essence of the song by showcasing a nontraditional path and approach to music as well as the path to sharing ones gift with the world. (Yeah we know Web is an alien but hey we get the metaphor.)

Premiered by Pigeons and Planes, Webster X told them, “This video is a testament of something I’m desperately trying to share with the world, I got a vision man, Cody and Damien allow me to share that with people. People are really starting to realize that slowly. I’ll tell them what that vision is when the world fully accepts me.”

We hear him.

Watch the video below and as we respect our living legends; listen to Ms. Lauryn Hill's, “Everything is Everything” here (because we couldn’t not mention it).

www.websterxdotcom.com Directed & Produced By: Cody Laplant & Damien Blue Wardrobe by: Amanda Mills (Sunshine Acid Designs), Jedidiah Proud, Dylan Houghton. Film Score By: WebsterX & Q the Sun Additional Camera Operators: Xinhao Liang & Kyle Kadow Production Designer: Kristina Rolander Gaffer: Jordan Hiltz (Take7prod.com) VFX: John Roberts Special FX Makeup: Austin Manchon too many thanks to the crew + extras + cast of the video for being apart of this ...

Cree Myles - Crave Me

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Sometimes as an artist, you will make songs that will pour your heart right on your sleeve for everyone to hear. If told in a compelling way, your audience can hear your story, understand it and then they can put themselves in the same place as the artist.

This is when we insert Cree Myles video for “Crave Me” which accomplishes this and more.

Her heartfelt song, mixed and recorded by Lon Renzell of THEMpeople, showcases her range of vocal skills along with her undeniable trait to get the audience captivated in what she’s doing and the story she has to tell. The song is pure, vulnerable and a story that we think anyone can relate to. Who can’t relate to wanting someone or even something that doesn’t want you back?

Shot by Tristan and Trayton White, we believe the new song and video is just the start of what Cree has waiting for her audience. Watch the video below.

RIP Prince #RespectTheLegendary

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Prince (born Prince Rogers Nelson) was a legacy.

As a Minneapolis native, musician, singer, style icon and endless creative soul, Prince influenced and changed the way people viewed all types of music; breaking down genres and spreading love all in the same breathe.

Today, Prince died (April 21) at the age of 57 in his Paisley Park home and studio, confirmed by his publicist to the Associated Press.

In his 35-plus-year career, Prince released 39 solo studio albums as he continuously experimented with psychedelic rock, intergalactic funk and everything in-between. His 1978 debut album For You and self-titled second LP, released in October 1979, kicked off an incredibly prolific run of albums that included 1999, Purple Rain, Around The World In A Day, Sign O The Times and Batman, among others, throughout the 1980s at a clip of nearly one per year, evolving with each release.

But we could go on and on about the greatness that was Prince. The world will miss him.

Rest peacefully.

Listen to some of CW's favorite songs from the legacy below. #RespectTheLegendary

Dukalion - Reggie & A Miller

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Dukalion maybe in LA but he definitely hasn't forgot his roots. "Reggie & A Miller" (a great play on words for the NBA legends name) brings back memories of the artist young life in Milwaukee and all the people he shared it with. He name drops some local spots like OG's (Oakland Gyros) and leaks some details on some wild nights. It's good to know he still thinks about home. 

Check out his new track this 4/20, spark one for the homie and anticipate "The Journey Of The Lost Ark" coming soon.

One of my favorite songs, was supposed to be on The Journey Of The Lost Ark, but I'll share this joint with y'all for 4/20 instead. Roll up, twist off and reminisce with ya boy! (Also, apologies on the quality, hopefully the lofi feel compliments the story for you!)

Artwork by the homie Xavier Ruffin. 

Emmitt James - FREE Refills

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We can smell the coffee, hear the grind (literally) and see the coffee shop all in the four tracks.

In "FREE Refills," Emmitt James brings us a project that tells us some love and lust stories he has encountered while his featured artists tells their own love stories to match from love of self, love of culture and love of love lost. We dig it.

Now we tell you to grab your favorite cup of Jo' (almond chai latte if you will) and sip "FREE Refills" below.

The best things in life are FREE. C R E D I T S written by Emmitt J Williams Jr, Ian "Tombo" Tishler, Janiyah Moore recorded, mixed and mastered by David aka "i-Nine" in Los Angeles, CA at JTB Recording with production by Ashton Mc Creight, DARK|HORSE (aka D|H) and nathan hateua

C R E D I T S:  Written by Emmitt J Williams Jr, Ian "Tombo" Tishler, Janiyah Moore. Recorded by mixed and mastered by David aka "i-Nine" in Los Angeles, CA at JTB Recording with production by Ashton Mc Creight, DARK|HORSE (aka D|H) and nathan hateua

Rahn Harper - As of Late (feat. D. Bridge) [Prod. by Mic Kellogg] [MUSIC VIDEO]

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For your viewing pleasure, watch “As of Late” from Rahn Harper (formerly known as RahRah The Savage) featuring the homie D. Bridge.

We can’t get enough of the quality of Mic Kellogg’s production, Rahn’s sultry voice or the consistent dope verses from D. Bridge.

The video, shot and directed by Damien Blue, tells a story by contrasting multiple scenes of vivid and bright locations with somewhat ghostly black and white visuals of a lost love. While it premiered by Milwaukee Mag, the “As of Late” video is no doubt another award winner waiting to happen for Damien (and even his partner-in-crime, Cody LaPlant who assisted on the project).

Watch the video below and if you want more from Rahn Harper check out his project, “Oh My Goodness LP” below and hear him on Pizzle’s “Grand Design” project here.  

Oh My Goodness LP Premiered by @Earmilk: http://bit.ly/1FQ2io2 Free Download: http://bit.ly/OhMyGoodnessDL Stream on Audiomack: http://bit.ly/OhMyGoodnessAM RahRah The Savage @rahrahthesavage twitter.com/RahrahtheSavage facebook.com/Rahrahfromroosevelt instagram.com/rahrahthesavage http://rahrahthesavage.bandcamp.com

Pizzle and his "Grand Design"

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To refrain from starting out like all the other write ups on this project with all the blazay blahhhhhh blahhhhhh on how long awaited and anticipated ( Dammnn! I mentioned it anyway) this collection of tracks by Shar- , I mean Pizzle has released, I will grant you a few perspectives with an idiom and quote:

“In the GRAND scheme of things…” & “Nothing by chance, everything by DESIGN”

If you can interpret those quotes, then you are halfway there. “Grand Design”, has formulated its platform as Pizzle’s plot & position, of becoming the “one”.  As a super fast spitting, ego booming, often mentioned MC from the 414, Pizzle has triggered all of our inquisitive minds to see what he is really packing as a fully developed artist, with nothing but time to lose.

With plenty of time to let this concoction simmer Pizzle has presented a body of work that has a personality. Un like earlier projects, such as Insomnia II (even though very well received and executed), Grand Design finally reveals the content that listeners have been waiting for: Pizzle talking about Pizzle.

From learning how to write his first bars, conflicted emotions on poverty breaking down his family structure, with a mother in need and a father falling for the trap of systematic incarceration, plus his own profession of fear and love to his son(s), the content needs no wizardry of a fast tongue. But for those of you who like his speedy style & Manish behavior,  don't trip, he has combination of those too, paired with outstanding production (that elevate the projects potency) and some well rounded features ( Did you guys charge him for those?).

As the facade cracks, the respect for his talents and aspirations grow in his favor, and the more his arrogance of claiming his right to the “movements” thrown seems suitable. Through this project he reverberates the ideology of being someone Milwaukee will/does/can look up to. Putting his design on expo, for all the world to see, we can only hope that its functionality will prove him a worthy leader and not a sell out to his own grand scheme.

It's good a listen. Check it out and let us know what you think.

With all the shade, kudos, and congratulations due…

#WeSeeYou Pizzle & can't wait to see how your next chapter in life unfolds.

Love & All things Urban,

/CW

(Personal Analysis from Editor-in-Chief Lexi/“Dirty” S. Brunson)

Life and times in Milwaukee..

Kyndal J. - Ghetto Adolescents (prod. by Fasol)

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Maybe its her strong voice, the profound message or the vibrant beat, but we can't stop listening (and humming) Kyndal J.'s newest song, "Ghetto Adolescents".

Her soulful vibe on the track reminds us of a good summer night when your windows are down and you drive through the city thinking about life and the wonders of it all. Super deep, right? 

Though the single is not connected to any approaching project; we'll just sit back and appreciate the track for what it is until next time we hear from Kyndal J.

Listen below.

#WCW Gabriela Riveros (Chanchita Riveros Illustration)

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Meet our #WCW Gabriela Riveros, a Paraguayan-American illustrator of Chanchita Riveros Illustration. As an artist she takes inspiration from her heritage, art history and everyday life to make colorful and playful illustrations and textile designs. 

Gabriela's expressive style pairs best with the intricate details that come with every design, pattern and illustration; showcasing her overall passion for what she creates.

Check out her work below and like her Facebook page here for more updates on this WCW.

P.S. Find one of her latest designs on your favorite coffee cup at Colectivo for their recent collaboration with MIAD.