Big Remo: Sleepwalkers

Big Remo is a Winston Salem, NC native who began writing lyrics at the age of 12. From living a life of hardships being raised as a young African American in a challenging community, Big Remo found a way to channel his thoughts and creative spirit. Big Ree lived a life of his own, being independent since the age of 15. His major influences included artist such as Slick Rick to producers such as 9th Wonder. Big Remo sets the bar high as a southern rapper by bringing a new school feel to an old school soul. He currently represents as an artist for Jamla Records created by 9th Wonder himself.

I got a chance to call up Big Remo and interview him. It felt great to sit down and talk to an artist who actually KNOWS music and its origin.

How did you come up with the name Big Remo?

I always loved the movie Beat Street. There was one character by the name of Ramo. He was a graffiti artist and he had a cinematic view in each of his pieces. Beat street was huge in the Hip Hop community. So 9th asked me one day "What are you going to call yourself?" He knows Hip Hop more than almost anyone in the world so I told him, "I love the movie Beat Street." Like Ramo, I also have a cinematic vision. 

What really made you decide to take Hip Hop and music seriously as a career?

It really was just 9th Wonder mainly believing in me. 9th called me one day and was like "David Banner is coming through to get on this track with you. Bring your lawyers there's business involved."  I met David Banner and we worked together. I was like "David Banner wants to work with me?" That's what really got me started, 9th believing in me.

How did your collaboration with 9th wonder begin? 

I was in a group of 3. I was on a track but I wasn't taking it serious. His brothers wife passed a demo and we were having fun. Getting found was minor dreams at the time. So 9th's sister in law passed it on and I was on the last track. As soon as he heard my verse he loved it. He said "That dude right dude is dope." That was a little after 9th started pushing Little Brother. He told me to take it serious and move over to Raleigh and come out to record with him at Fat Beats. That's how it all started.

My favorite 2 tracks off Sleepwalkers is "Swiss Cheese" and "They Gon Hate." What is your favorite track on the album?

It would have to be "Go Ladies pt 2" featuring Bun B and Bluu Suede.

The first track I have ever heard from you was "Slumdog Millionaire" produced by 9th Wonder. When was that track recorded?

I know the exact date. It was on April 19th, 2011.

Do you have any piece of advice for your fans?

"We are not presidents or civil rights activist but we are still people. I come from Winston Salem, I know where I come from but I also know exactly where I need to be. That's what you should also be thinking of."

You can download Big Remo's latest project "Sleepwalkers" by clicking here.

"I'm Back" Big Remo ft. Rapsody

Capital MC: "Expect Resistance"

     Capital MC is back with his second project titled "Expect Resistance: Capital MC featuring The Lower Class Citizens". This 12-track project is packed with dope lyrics and raw talent delivered by Capital MC as well as features and tracks produced by Classic, Inglorious RIC, and Wander from The Lower Class Citizens.

     It's been a year since the Queens native released his last project titled "Capital Sauce." Now Capital is here with an even bigger message for his fans, audience, and following.

You can download the project by simply clicking the download button here.   Download

"Expect Resistance is a project that me and the Lower Class Citizens have been working on for the past few months. It's basically a collection of dope tracks of all different styles. From Odd Future influenced verses, to a Shady Cypher part 2, Expect Resistance contains an extremely diverse selection of songs. So go ahead. Click the button. DO IT! And enjoy."                                                                                        - Capital MC 

Expect Resistance Track List:

1- Expect Resistance- Capital MC feat. Classic (Prod. by Classic)
2- The Test- Capital MC
3- Clap For The Kid- Capital MC
4- My Turn- Capital MC feat. Classic (Prod. by Inglorious RIC)
5- Kings Keep Dreaming- Capital MC feat. Inglorious RIC (Prod. by Inglorious RIC)
6- Right Now- Capital MC feat. Inglorious RIC
7- Hold Up- (Prod. by Inglorious RIC)
8- Purple Sneakers- Capital MC
9- American History X- Capital MC feat. Inglorious RIC
10- Oldie- Capital MC feat. Wander
11- Sucka MC's- Capital MC feat. Classic and Inglorious RIC
12- Mr. Zinger- Capital MC

A-Class: Deathsuit

A-Class is a Korean rapper who grew up outside of Baltimore. He started rhyming with friends and at school with influences such as Wu-Tang, Nas, and Mos Def. His first battle was at the beach, in which he had won. From there A-Class went on to compete in events/battles all around Baltimore. He attended scribble Jam between 2007-2008. From there he met battle rapper PH, formerly Pumpkin Head. PH, which hosts many Grindtime battles on the east coast, then gave A-Class a chance in GrindTime. From there his career kicked into gear. He recently just released his second album, Deathsuit. Watch the video to the first single from the EP here, So Filthy  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k50TDAuGPDQ . DOPE!

What is the meaning behind the name "A-Class"?
"Someone gave me the name per say, thy was like "you a-class", meaning top notch I suppose. It just stuck. I later came up with the acronym, Aaron Creates Lyrical Art So Simply."

How did you begin making music?
"I began making music with friends that I met from around MD. They had home studios and such. I still record at home studios, I like the quiet and peace it makes me relax and be creative."

Who is the first celebrity you have ever met?
"First celeb, well battlers were celebs to me. When I first started battling and met Thesaurus, that was like huge! I've seen a lot of big names but never have introduced myself. Ghostface, Slick Rick, Blast Master Krs-One (who by the way has THE illest live show I've seen), and Slug."

Who do you wish to collaborate with in the future?
"My dream collabs are DJ Premier and MIA. Realistic collabs are D-Pryde and NoCanDo. They are both kinda too famous to me too haha!"

How has GrindTime impact your career?
GT (GrindTime) has signings that boosted and helped me in many ways. If it weren't for GT/KOTD (King Of The Dot), I probably would not be making music and rhyming still. I've been able to reach thousands of people World Wide. Thank you "battle scene".


Message to your fans:
"Enjoy music and Hip Hop culture, support good artist, and don't be fooled by marketing and pop opinions. Most of all enjoy the music and artist YOU enjoy and love! Also support AA artist we coming up! Well a lot of them are already there, but I am hot on ya trail!"

"Massive shout-outs to Inglorious RIC, Lower Class Citizens, and Good Vibes Hip Hop!" - A-Class

You can download A-Class latest album Deathsuit as well as his first album Motive Response, here at http://www.brakefastrecords.com/ 

Exclusive Interview with David Banner: 2M1 Movement

David banner from Jackson, Mississippi, is known globally for his raw beats and powerful style. Lavell Crump (David Banner), is a well known producer, artist, activist, actor, and Graduate of Southern University and The University of Maryland. I recently had a brief discussion with Banner about his music career, new projects, and how it all got started. Here are his answers:

-What is your main inspiration as an artist?
"My main inspiration is to inspire others. For others to know that they can because i did."

-What is the first CD you have ever purchased?
"People Instinctive Travel - A TRIBE CALLED QUEST"

-Who is one artist you wish to one day be able to work with?
"Andre 3000!"

-Any words of advice for new artist?
"Be creative do not be scared to stand on your own."

-If you can describe yourself in one word, what would it be?
"Activated!"


David Banner is set to release his new project, Sex, Drugs, and video Games, on May 22, 2012. In the words of Banner, the 2M1 movement was brought about to "START CONTROLLING OUR OWN MUSIC, MOVIES, AND CONTENT... PERIOD! WE ARE NOT SIMPLY CHARACTERS IN A VIDEO GAME being controlled by the invisible hand. Once the goal is met, I’m going to shoot a movie that will drop May 22, 2013, and a portion will go to charity." He is asking for 2,000,000 fans to donate at least $1 to the 2M1 Movement.

The Independent Album consist of artist such as ASAP Rocky, Lil’ Wayne, Chris Brown, Snoop Dogg, Game, Nipsey Hussle, 2 Chainz, Big K.R.I.T., Bun B, Don Trip, Maino, Kardinal Offishall, Doe Hicks, Luck and Savvy, Raheem DeVaughn, Kree, Ras Kass, J-Doe and Tank.

You can visit www.Davidbanner.com to help donate towards the 2M1 movement. Support freedom, visit the site, and Donate.

"Shout out to Inglorious RIC, The Lower Class Citizens , and Good Vibes Hip Hop Blog!"
-David Banner

Q-Tip: G.O.O.D. Music

Jonathan Davis aka Q-Tip, is a New York Native and legend in Hip hop culture. He is known for his partaking in the Universal Zulu Nation, as well as his musical career. From being a dominant artist in A Tribe Called quest, to producing for artist such as Kanye West, Whitney Houston, Nas, Janet Jackson, Mobb Deep and many more, Q-Tip has definitely left an imprint in our music today.

Joining forces with Kanye West, Common, Consequence (His Cousin), John legend, Big Sean, and Pusha T, Q-Tip has now signed to G.O.O.D music. G.O.O.D. (Getting Out Our Dreams) music was created in 2004 by Kanye West in effort to express music through emotion without boundaries. Fans such as Donnovan (DYME A DUZIN) state, "All they need is Lupe and it's a wrap!"

In late 2013, Q-Tip announced he will be dropping his first album as a member of G.O.O.D. music titled, The Last Zulu. You can check out his music and information at www.qtiponline.com

Who will be next to sign to G.O.O.D. Music?

N.O.R.E: Crack On Steroids

Noreaga ,"N.O.R.E", dropped a 25-track mixtape this past weekend on Easter Sunday. "Crack On Steroids" has appearances by artist such as Cassie, RZA, Busta Rhymes, Game, Styles P, Raekwon the chef, and many more. DJ Green Lantern, which presented and hosted this mixtape, and N.O.R.E. teamed up on this massive mixtape as a teaser for his sixth studio album, "S.U.P.E.R.T.H.U.G."

N.O.R.E. is pretty amp'd up about the release of "Crack On Steroids" stating that working with artist such as RZA "...is so crazy. I have always been a fan of RZA."

You can download N.O.R.E's new mixtape, Crack on Steroids, on www.livemixtapes.com