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Kottonmouth Kings Remake Dr. Dre Classic “The Next Episode” With California Twist

May 18, 2012 in NEWS by Truth

Kottonmouth Kings have released their remake of the classic west coast hip-hop anthem “The Next Episode” by Dr. Dre online at kottonmouthkings.com or you can download it right here Next Episode KMK fin mix 2 if you do not want to give up a email address.. Kottonmouth Kings are preparing for the release of their thirteenth studio album, “Mile High”, on August 14th via their own Suburban Noize Records. The album is available online for pre-order with a number of exclusives online at http://store.kottonmouthkings.com/mile-high-pre-order.html.

 

“We wanted to pay homage and respect to the pioneers of West Coast hip-hop, so we did a rip-hop version of ‘The Next Episode’ because we take a lot of pride in representing the West,” said Kottonmouth Kings Brad X. “It was a lot of fun doing the song and made sense because we do in fact smoke weed every day.”

 

California’s reigning rip-hop originators, Kottonmouth Kings have long been a cornerstone of one of today’s most radical music movements. Combining mind-bending sonics, and fusing hip-hop, punk rock, and classic soul, The Kings have innovated and pioneered a unique signature sound that has set them apart from the pack and has fueled the band’s longevity and enduring popularity with a diverse international fan base. Kottonmouth Kings have proved their lasting staying power, building on a powerful DIY ethos and redefining the meaning of a self-empowered group by running their own company, touring and releasing albums on their own terms.

 

Kottonmouth Kings recently released their new video for “Hold It In” online at http://bit.ly/J8NxEH. The video has already racked up 200,000 plays and continues to spread virally as the group’s brand of intoxicating mixture of hip-hop and punk rock continues to infect listeners.

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Madchild To Perform At The Ozone Rap Battle In Sweden This Weekend With Crooked I, Yukmouth and Krayzie Bone

May 11, 2012 in NEWS by Truth

Swollen Members’ Madchild will be performing at The Ozone rap battle event in Malmö, Sweden at Babel nightclub on May 12th, along with other acts Crooked I, Yukmouth and Krayzie Bone. The Ozone Battles event is one of the largest battle rap competitions in Europe. The event will feature battle rappers from all over the globe including the UK, Sweden, Canada, the United States of America, and parts of Europe.

 

“I’m excited to go check out this battle, as Sweden is one of my favorite places in Europe,” said Madchild. “I will be there performing on stage and I’m looking forward to taking in all the battles and watching some of the best battle rappers in the world.”

 

Madchild first competed in the battle rap circuit at the KOTD World Domination Rap last year in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Madchild can be seen defeating Dirtbag Dan in the main event.

 

Madchild will unleash his new solo album “Dope Sick” later this summer on Suburban Noize/Battle Axe Records. Madchild is offering a limited edition 7″ Vinyl version of “Dope Sick” for fans online at http://www.subnoizestore.com/PreOrder-s/3.htm.

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Potluck Release Free Download of Tyga “Rack City” Remake & Announce More Underground Rebels Tour Dates

May 9, 2012 in NEWS by Truth

Humboldt County weed smokers/growers Potluck have premiered a free download of their remake of Tyga’s “Rack City”, re-titled “Pot City”, online at http://www.2dopeboyz.com/2012/05/07/potluck-pot-city. The group has also announced more dates for their upcoming The Underground Rebels Tour with Kung Fu Vampire, DGAF and The DRP, which is set to kick off on May 30th in Albuquerque, NM. Potluck has posted a video teaser for the tour.

 

Potluck has been turning heads with their new album “Rhymes & Resin”, which debuted at No. 17 on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart and at No. 28 on the Rap album charts. Potluck’s grinding blue collar work ethic, and unwavering perseverance to build a fan base is one of the most impressive stories in hip-hop. Over the years, the group has created some sticky musical chemistry touring the country with Tech N9ne, E-40, La Coka Nostra and D12.

 

UNDERGROUND REBELS TOUR DATES:

05/30 – Albuquerque, NM – Evolution (18+)

05/31 – Phoenix, AZ – Club Red/Red Owl

06/01 – Tucson, AZ – The Slaughterhouse

06/02 – Las Vegas, NV – The Beauty Bar

06/03 – Hermosa Beach, CA – The Shore

06/05 – Sutherlin, OR – Veras Lounge (21+)

06/06 – Spokane, WA – The Hop

06/07 – Seattle, WA – Studio 7

06/08 – Portland, OR – Mt. Tabor

06/09 – Boise, ID – The Red Room (21+)

06/10 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex

06/12 – Kansas City, MO – The Record Bar (18+)

06/13 – Wichita, KS – The Scenery

06/14 – Sioux City, IA – El Ranchirito

06/15 – St. Paul, MN – Station 4

06/16 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave Bar

06/17 – Chicago, IL – Bobby McGee’s

06/19 – Des Moines, IA – House of Bricks

06/20 – Indianapolis, IN – American Legion

06/21 – Columbus, OH – Al Rosa Villa

06/22 – Nashville, TN – The Limit

06/23 – Detroit, MI – The Emerald

06/24 – Cleveland, OH – Peabody’s

06/26 – Reading, PA – The Silo

06/27 – Pittsburgh, PA – Rex Theatre

06/28 – Hampton Beach, NH – Wally’s

06/29 – Wilmington, DE – Mojo 13 (21+)

06/30 – Norfolk, VA – Jewish Mother Backstage

07/04 – St. Petersburg, FL – Local 662

07/05 – Orlando, FL – Bombshells

07/06 – Jacksonville, FL – Brewsters Pit

07/07 – Tupelo, MS – Good Time Charlies

07/08 – Dallas, TX – The Green Elephant

07/12 – Sacramento, CA – The Boardwalk

07/13 – Santa Cruz CA – The Catalyst (The Atrium)

07/14 – Eureka, CA – Jambalaya (21+)

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Grammy Award-Winning Everlast to Raise Awareness and Funds for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Through Song Download

May 9, 2012 in NEWS by Truth

To help raise money and awareness for cystic fibrosis, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter/rapper Everlast (aka Erik Schrody, who has a two-year-old daughter with CF) is supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through the sale of the song “Long Time.” From May 8 through May 22, each 99-cent iTunes download of “Long Time” will spur a 65 cent donation (the label’s entire proceeds) from Everlast, Martyr Inc. Records and EMI Label Services to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Visit the iTunes store to download Everlast’s “Long Time” and support the fight against Cystic Fibrosis online at http://bit.ly/KPSwad.

 

“Cystic fibrosis is a lifetime battle,” says Everlast. “The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is doing a lot of really good work, and they’re on the verge of making more big breakthroughs.”

 

In addition to the “Long Time” donations, Everlast and his family participate in Great Strides, and the artist has recently teamed up with fellow musicians and comedians to further support the search for a cure.

 

“Long Time” is part of Everlast’s new album, “Songs of the Ungrateful Living”, a 15-cut collection that highlights the struggles and untapped potential of the nation during the economic recession. Critics continue to shower Everlast’s new album with critical acclaim as Vibe proclaimed, “On his sixth solo studio work the groundbreaking white MC is making a no-nonsense return-to-form” and The New York Times says, “[Everlast is] Among the few who are singing about the problems of the working man these days …A brooding meditation…”

 

Everlast is planning to support “Long Time” with a series of special acoustic performances throughout California in May, before his full European tour begins later this summer.

 

EVERLAST TOUR DATES:

May 26 – Agoura Hills, CA – The Canyon                                       

May 30 – Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up   

Jun 01 – San Juan Capistrano, CA – The Coach House

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