5/11/2009
Q-TIP @ NYC's Central Park Summerstage July 18th- FREE
Central Park's annual Summerstage concert series presents a free concert freaturing Q-Tip along with Chester French, Little Dragon and DJ Benji B on Saturday, July 18, 2009 3pm-7pm. Get more info HERE
5/08/2009
MUSIC TECH: Mini MPC 2000XL / SP1200 Flash Drives
Not really music technology per se, but technology inspired by music heads for music heads. These custom USB flash drives are the flyest accessory for the hip hop head or producer. These 4 GB flash drives follow the authentic design of the original machines. Go to the site now and pre-order before they sell out. At $39.95 they are a bit expensive but highly collectible.
Originally posted on ENGADGET
5/06/2009
VIDEO: SHAUN BOOTHE- "The Unauthorized Biography of Jimi Hendrix"
Shaun Boothe continues his biography series with a tribute to the one and only Jimi Hendrix.
VIDEO: NYLE- "Let The Beat Build"
VERY dope video. Unique concept showcasing each musician as they bring in each element of the song "letting the beat build". Looks like it was recorded in real time which is crazy impressive..
ART: Anthony & Trina Burks Present Collaboration: Salute to Women
THE ZRO HOUR always takes a bit of time to appreciate the diverse forms of art within our culture. If you are in the West Palm Beach area in Florida, come through and support our friends' Anthony and Trina Burks' Collaboration exhibit. This year's exhibit is a salute to women. Featuring artists Anthony Burks, Nzingah Oniwosan, Tonya Mosely, Terre Rybovich, Lance Clarke, Norman Gitzen, Mike Keilly, and Barbara Cheives. The opening reception was May 1st and the exhibit will continue through the month of May until the 29th.
For more info:
dize@bellsouth.net
561. 842.5724
408 Northwood Road
West Palm Beach, Florida 33407
VIDEO: Busta Rhymes Speaks On His New Album "Back On My Bull----"
"In The Mix" with Busta Rhymes -
Wow brings back memories..In this video Busta is speaking on his upcoming release from Wyclef's Platinum Sound Studios. Some eagle-eyed readers and followers of the show may have noticed that I cut my teeth working at that studio and was a part of the opening team. Like he says in the video, Platinum has one of the best recording studio sound systems in NY. If you want to hear what your joint will sound like in a club, Platinum Sound is the right place.
4/28/2009
COLLECTIBLES: Misaki Minato Action Figure from Santa Inoue's Tokyo Tribe3
Cheers to Andy @ TOYSREVIL for the original news on this-
On an earlier post I spoke briefly about a hip hop/street gang based animated series from Japan entitled TOKYO TRIBE2. TOKYO TRIBE2 is an incredibly authentic (in respect to hip hop) series created by Santa Inoue and animated by MADHouse Studios. It is based on the TOKYO TRIBES manga (first published in 1998) and follows the lives and conflicts of several street gangs or "tribes" in modern day Japan. The manga and the anime illustrates urban culture with nods to DJs emcees, graf and fashion. Some of the supporting characters have names influenced by real hip hop personalities. The above figure by Medicom Toy is due to be released in the last quarter of 2009. Misaki Minato is a character from the current manga series TOKYO TRIBE3. The detail is spot on with the clothing draping the figure just right. Check out the "gumby" fade and the Timbs! TOKYO TRIBE3 is not available yet in the U.S. but you can get the original TOKYO TRIBES english translated manga at Amazon.com.
Check out the original post HERE for more figure pics. I found this great overview of the manga and anime at the POISONOUS PARAGRAPHS blog HERE. The anime is still not available officially in the U.S. but if you are savvy, you can find episodes on youtube.com and other sites online. I said it before and I will say it again...we are sleeping!
4/26/2009
VIDEO: U-N-I- "Hollywood Hiatus"
U-N-I, keep that heat coming. I would love to see a show featuring U-N-I, DA KREEK, and PACIFIC DIVISION. I'm diggin' this sound right about know..
4/25/2009
VIDEO: Possibly The Best Human Beatbox I Have Ever Heard
What the F@**!! My mouth dropped after watching this. This may be the best human beat box I have ever heard. Daichi, 18 year old Japanese human beat boxer, emulates keyboard sounds, turntable scratching and drum sounds with incredible clarity and tonal chracter. Daichi rocks original beats that are ready for production. The video was his submission to the Beatbox Battle Online World Championship on YouTube to determine a wildcard competitor for the official Beatbox Battle World Championship in May 2009 in Berlin, Germany.
CONTEST INFO:
All you need is to record an new beatboxing clip and response to this clip here. Be creative and produce a Beatbox-clip with a funky idea and a simple concept. Represent your own music style and show your entertainer skills here on YouTube.
We exspect all Beatboxer world wide to enter this competition to win the wildcard or just for fun anyway.
Remember, only one of you can win the golden microphone and earn the titel: World Champion.
### COMPETITION GUIDELINES ###
- Record your video in a good sound quality.
- The maximum clip lengh is 150 seconds.
- A clip must show you (only 1 person) doing beatbox.
- Start with the sentence: My Name is „XXX" and I want to win the Beatbox Battle wildcard.
- You must be 16 years or older to enter the contest.
- Do NOT upload fake stuff or bitting other Beatboxers routines.
- This contest isn't country restricted so you can take part from all parts of the world.
- The deadline of sending videos for the competition is: 29. April 2009.
Deadline is soon so if there are any challengers to Daichi and the other contestants' skill, film a clip and you may earn a spot in the battle.
Thanks to ILLSEED @ ALLHIPHOP for the original posting.
4/24/2009
MUSIC TECH: OpenLabs DBeat Blends Computer, Audio Control Surface Into One Monster Machine
OPENLABS, manufacturers of the MiKo and NeKo computer/keyboard, are stepping into the sampling/drum machine arena with a new device that folds in the power and flexibility of a desktop computer.
From Engadget:
OpenLab's DBeat, a monster of a rig, blends a full-bore 3GHz Core 2 Duo and 12-inch capacitive multitouch LCD screen with tracking controls, a DJ-oriented MIDI controller, iPod dock and a high-quality 4-in/6-out audio interface all into one integrated unit. Spec-wise you're looking at 4GB of RAM and a 320GB drive, as well as a dual-layer burner..
Sounds crazy but at a price tag of $3,999 I would have put this on Santa's wish list. Check the OpenLabs link above for more details.
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