Posts Tagged ‘Atlanta’

Bret Boogie takes “Control”

The trustworthy voice of Transistor Fist, Senator Bret Boogie, finally brings us his solo debut all while flexing his first amendment rights to their fullest. Taking on our increasing need for social responsibility, Bret takes control of the mic as well as the topics he addresses. He does, however, relinquish it a couple times throughout to the likes of Senor Kaos and Methuzulah. Also, in the song, “This Is Warfare” he even includes an unearthed verse from Jax.

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This Is Warfare

The production on this album is also noteworthy with straight forward, hard-hitting beats from the likes Illistrate, The GoodSon, Beat Studies, and the Senator himself. On the track “Sorta Gotta Take Control” The GoodSon uses a guitar loop that sets a tone of confidence in time of uncertainty. The drums drive the track home with authority as Bret delivers his clear intentions.

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Sorta Gotta Take Control

“Generally, what I learned while making Control is that it is very difficult for an individual to maintain a proper balance within the context of modern life. To be a thinking, progressive, creative, yet responsible, respectable person is a task that needs constant attention and personal push. With that said, I learned how to rely upon myself to deliver the characteristics and style I want to espouse, but I also learned that I don’t have as much control as I think I do.” -Senator Bret Boogie

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Hip Hop 101 Episode 1

On our first day, we introduce ourselves to the students of Avondale High School in Atlanta, GA. Q-San gives his insight on the hip-hop industry… “It pays to keep your ear to the street”, he reminds them as he speaks on the regional nature of the genre. Student, Jaleel Wheeler then takes the discussion to another level. SIMP then gives student, Brooklyn, an idea of what the job of A&R entails. This 17 year old, however, thinks he’s already got it all figured out.

NEXT on Hip-Hop 101…

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How to be a DJ

For those of you who are interested in the art of real DJing, check out these lessons from Atlanta’s hottest street DJ…DJ Grandman. You just might LEARN SUMTHIN’!

yes he is on TWITTER