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Chali 2na – “Across The Map” f. J-Live

By David Reyneke on 5/25/10 in Downloads

It amazes me how Chali 2na has been able to remain current. Sure, he isn’t quite as popular as he was during his days with Jurassic 5, but he continues to create fresh sounding music. If you take a look at another oldschooler like KRS-One for example, you can get an idea of how hard it is for an artist to remain relevant and continue to push inspired music. But back to this great Chali 2na song, which is the latest leak from his upcoming project, Fish Market Part 2, available June 8 via Decon. “Across The Map” features one of my favorite emcees, J-Live, who also seems to rise above obsolescence and craft timeless music on a regular basis. Although I didn’t necessarily expect the two to come together for a song, it makes perfect sense to me now. Give it a spin and be sure to let us know what you think!

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Top 25 Albums of 2000-2009

By Andrew Martin on 1/24/10 in Columns

It’s no secret that hip-hop is in constant motion – it changes year to year. Emerging technologies combined with the fickle needs and wants of the industry, the artists, and the fans, all play a role in shaping our musical world. Some of the changes to the hip-hop scene have been, well, less than desirable (see: the decline of radio rap). However, the past ten years, 2000-2009, still held releases of some of the most creative and unique hip-hop albums of all time, with an ever-expanding range of sub-genres. Traditional hip-hop rooted in the golden age of the ’90s was certainly alive and well, but it was sharing chart space with newer, progressive styles. That said, we have compiled a list of our 25 favorite hip-hop albums from the past ten years, as a form of celebrating the musical diversity in hip-hop from the decade that was.

Concert Review: Chali 2na – Fish Outta Water Tour @ The Middle East Downstairs

By Zach Cole on 8/1/09 in Concert Reviews

Concert Review: Chali 2na – Fish Outta Water Tour

The Middle East Downstairs, July 16

The Boston leg of Chali 2na’s Fish Outta Water Tour was a surprise success with some fantastic moments popping up unexpectedly. The first opener on stage was a Brooklyn cat named Prophecy. Really not a whole lot to say about him other than he held it down well (especially for a very young emcee) and for a first opening act, he actually managed to up the overall energy in the Middle East basement, which was a great sign. The next act was a group of 4 Boston-natives called Ear Force (or The Ear Force Crew). This was where I personally was subjected to a live-concert “first.”

Album Review: Chali 2na – Fish Outta Water (2009)

By Andrew Martin on 7/18/09 in Album Reviews

Album Review: Chali 2na – Fish Outta Water (2009)

Rating: 3 out of 5 Potholes

The Weekly Rundown (June 29 – July 6th)

By Gedi Dabakaeri on 7/5/09 in Weekly Rundown

rundown copy The Weekly Rundown (June 29 July 6th)

Welcome to the weekly rundown where we (soulsupreme and Marty) provide you with our top ten headlines for the week that was.

VIBE Magazine ceases operations. After 16 years in business the urban music magazine has ceased operations. It’s not too surprising to anyone these days when a magazine or newspaper folds. But that doesn’t mean it’s still disappointing and a continuing sign of how shitty the industry has become.
R.I.P. QB Steve McNair. In a very sad turn of events former Tennessee Quarterback Steve McNair was killed yesterday in an apparent murder-suicide along with a young woman. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this time.
Michael Jackson returns to the Billboard charts. After the tragic death of the music icon last week, his music sales have dominated billboard charts again. Sadly, death is one hell of a promotion tool.

Solillaquists Of Sound ft Ma Dukes, J-Live, & Chali 2na – Death of the Muse

By David Reyneke on 2/8/09 in Misc.

As we continue our tribute this week to the late great J Dilla, I wanted to bring attention to this excellent track put out to raise funds for Dilla’s mother, Ma Dukes. Click the link to check the joint out and make a donation directly to Ma Dukes. $2 is the minimum donation, but the more the better. It is very important that we support this wonderful woman and keep the J Dilla legacy alive.

Click to donate and download the track:
Solillaquists of Sound ft. Ma Dukes, J-Live & Chali 2na – Death of the Muse

Solillaquists Of Sound: www.myspace.com/solilla

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Chali 2na – “Across The Map” f. J-Live

Top 25 Albums of 2000-2009

Concert Review: Chali 2na – Fish Outta Water Tour @ The Middle East Downstairs

Concert Review: Chali 2na – Fish Outta Water Tour

The Middle East Downstairs, July 16

Album Review: Chali 2na – Fish Outta Water (2009)

Album Review: Chali 2na – Fish Outta Water (2009)

Rating: 3 out of 5 Potholes

The Weekly Rundown (June 29 – July 6th)

Solillaquists Of Sound ft Ma Dukes, J-Live, & Chali 2na – Death of the Muse

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