MusicMafia presents Detroit rapper Jonezen

MusicMafia presents Detroit rapper Jonezen

JONEZEN is a talented rapper, songwriter, from Detroit turned public speaker. He currently shares his story to help people find hope again.

He’s an unlikely spokesperson who is currently working hard and maintaining his sobriety within a world that is packed with all the wrong choices.

JONEZEN learned the hard way and was told at the age of 26, that may not live another year due to his excessive drinking. When Chris was at his lowest, his father came to see him. JONEZEN says, “My Dad flew out from Detroit when I hit my bottom and told me it was rehab or no connection with my family. The look in his eyes when he left my apartment was literally what got me to decide to go to rehab.”

JONEZEN refused to go to rehab unless he could bring his recording studio. While in rehab he started writing and recording songs that are available now via his mixtape Live From Rehab.

JONEZEN has landed a deal with Concore Entertainment. Concore Entertainment CEO Charve The Don says that "JONEZEN is one of the brightest upcoming stars in music. JONEZEN is a very special talent with a unique story that is helping a lot of people around the world."

 JONEZEN upcoming single "Bombs Away" from his highly anticipated album Beautiful Disaster is scheduled to be released in July.

MusicMafia presents Will-Powerz

 A childhood filled with formal training in piano, trumpet, guitar and bass, interspersed with periods performing those instruments at classical piano competitions, school bands, orchestras and jazz groups culminated in a love of diversity in music for Will-Powerz. He fell in love with American Hip-Hop in the era where it most powerfully matched this diversity, when acts like The Roots, J Dilla, MF Doom, Common and Mos Def were enriching the scene. This was when he first began his craft as a producer, stringing together beats and songs using an Xbox, an old Roland sampler, an 8-track analogue portastudio and whatever additions of synthesizer, guitar and vocals he could muster. This was a formative period of his musical life, awash with the music of progressive and open-minded Hip-Hop artists, meeting other like-minded DIY musicians, talking philosophy and psychology and laying the foundations of the Will-Powerz persona.

Unfortunately, the love affair with US Hip-Hop was slowly wilted, in a timeline matching the visible, but not isolated, decline of Will.I.Am as an artist that worked with Mos Def, Wyclef Jean, Macy Gray and John Legend to a tool that churns out generic mainstream 'songs'with performers like Britney Spears, Justin Bieber and Cheryl Cole. This dilution of US Hip-Hop, coupled with the tragic early loss of J Dilla, pushed Will-Powerz into a search for more music to fill the space left behind. He stopped making music for a time, finding solace in music by Joe Hisaishi, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Gnarls Barkley, Massive Attack and countless other eclectic musical acts as he struggled with a devastating onset of mental illness.

Discovering the brilliance of modern UK Hip-Hop (primarily through Don't Flop Entertainment) meant, for Will-Powerz, finally rediscovering a passion for creating music that was now enriched by a depth of life experience and a more broad musical perspective. Will-Powerz was reborn, songs were written, beats were made, and the linkup with Tim 'Latent' Plant was established. Latent's experience and knowledge of music production, and the music industry as a whole, guided Will to acquire the ability to truly bring the best out of his music, and before long he embarked on the journey to create his first studio-recorded release: the mixtape 'Volition'.

'Volition' was initially conceived as a project to scout promising talent from the UK and US and bring it all together in a unified effort to gain some significant exposure. After five months of work for this cause, the final product stood as a musical journey through a series of existential questions - determination, dreams of peace, condemnation of evil, the passage of time and the nature of consciousness are all explored by Will-Powerz and his many guests, all underscored by a narrative voice from an Eastern philosophical perspective in the late scholar Alan Watts.

Now, three months after the launch of 'Volition', Will-Powerz has released his second studio project, a six track EP titled 'The Noble Truth' under the Latent's Records label. It is available as a free download for the month of March only, then will only be available via purchase or streaming services. This EP branches away from the UK Hip-Hop sound of 'Volition', opting instead for a fresh production style and showcasing Will-Powerz's credentials as a singer-songwriter. All the songs expose personal thoughts and feeling emanating from a particular period of the life of Will-Powerz, unfolding in a perceivable sequence of events and consequences from start to finish.

Coming up in 2014, expect at least three more solo projects from Will-Powerz, as well as tons of material appearing on YouTube, albums featuring him as producer from Snypa D Delic, Gareth Paul and 'Don't Flop Entertainment' battle rapper Quill. There are plenty of other potential collabs on the works, and the strong intention to begin performing live in the second half of the year. Keep up to date with Will-Powerz on his website at http://www.willpowerzbeats.co.uk.

Links (If too many, the most important are The Noble Truth Download Link, Website, Facebook and Twitter, the others can be found from them)
 

'The Noble Truth' Download Linke: http://will-powerz.bandcamp.com/album/the-noble-truth
Website: http://www.willpowerzbeats.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillPowerzBeats
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wpbeatz
Bandcamp: http://will-powerz.bandcamp.com/
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/PowerzWill
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/willpowerz

HoodCelebritys.com and DJ Ames - We In This Vol 2

HoodCelebritys and DJ Ames are back with the second installment of their ‘We In This’ mixtape series.

We In This Vol 2 features some of the hottest underground tracks that dropped last month, from the Wale (feat K Koke) 'Oliver Twist ROCMix' freestyle to the Northside DTray produced, Big Poppi Twang (feat Coo Coo Cal and Northside) strip club smash ‘Poke It Out’. Also featured on Vol 2 are artist like Jay Uno, Precha, Street Vets, Dukus, Rob Neville, Bashy, SonnyJim and plenty more. Look out for We In This Vol 3, which is set to drop next month.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD 

For more info on Hood Celebritys & DJ Ames please visit:

www.HoodCelebritys.com

www.twitter.com/HoodCelebritys

www.djamesuk.co.uk

www.twitter.com/DJAmesUK

Article posted by Musicmafia

J Fresh releases March - April Mixtape

Internationally established radio / club DJ J Fresh releases the March / April edition of his critically acclaimed monthly mixtape series, featuring the hottest new cuts from both sides of the Atlantic.

Previously based in London, Fresh was at the heart of the UK Garage circuit at a time when pirate radio, along with the likes of DJ EZ, Roll Deep and Dizzee Rascal were thriving in the airwaves of the nation’s capital. Over the years, as UK Garage evolved into Grime, Bassline and Funky House and as a lot of the musicians the Garage scene created dropped off; J Freshflourished. He adapted his skills with both turntables and CD Decks, reinvented his game and emerged on the South Coast (predominantly Bournemouth) to cut, chop, mix and scratch the funk out of all things urban.

Fresh is now locked into 2 weekly radio shows on Bournemouth’s leading FM + DAB Station, Fire Radio, having networked his way into interviewing and collaborating with some of the biggest names in world music. No stone has been left unturned, as Fresh has gone in search of fracturing both commercial and underground club nights, so that urban disco discordance rules the roost. He now DJ’s for a wealth of UK artists including  MAC [So Solid Crew], Killa P + Rikodan [Roll Deep] Twin MC’s, TCO and many more, and is the first choice for any urban event held from Brighton to Bournemouth.

On top of his live sets and radio commitments, Fresh releases monthly free download mixtapes featuring the best new music from the urban / electronic music world, along with exclusive interviews from some of the biggest artists in the game. His latest mixtape release is available now, and features new cuts from the likes of Nas, Popcaan, Benny Banks, Wiley, 50 Cent and Tyga, as well as an exclusive interview with UK rap virtuoso Sway, who discusses his latest chart success, the background behind his current smash ‘Level Up’ and how he came to work with dubstep producer Flux Pavillion.

CLICK HERE TO STREAM / DOWNLOAD THE MIXTAPE 

For more information on J Fresh please visit:

http://www.jfresh.co.uk

http://twitter.com/#!/jfreshofficial

http://www.facebook.com/jfreshofficialuk

Article posted by Musicmafia

Musical Mini releases new mixtape and video

Birmingham based rapper Musical Mini unleashes two new releases - his brand new 12 track mixtape 'Far From Miniature' Vol 1, and it's lead single 'We'll Be Fine' featuring Romo.

At just 19 years of age, Musical Mini is fast becoming one of the second cities most promising young artists. The versatile rapper released his debut long player 'Ministry Of Grime' at just 16, which swiftly led to the beginning of an ever growing fan base in his home city. The release also created an opportunity for Musical Mini's first TV appearance, where he featured on 4Music alongside Skepta and Stayfresh artist Macca.

Fast forward to 2012, and Musical Mini is back with a brand new mixtape titled 'Far From Miniature' Vol 1. Featuring 12 tracks of eclectically styled urban music, the release sees the fast rising recording artist at his finest utilizing a variety of hip hop / grime / RnB fused instrumentals. 

The mixtape is accompanied by a brand new video from Musical Mini titled 'We'll Be Fine' (featuring Romo). 'Far From Miniature' Vol 1 is available now as a free download.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE MIXTAPE

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO

For more information on Musical Mini please visit:

Twitter.com/MusicalMini

Soundcloud.com/MusicalMini

Facebook Search: Musical Mini

Parv releases his brand new mixtape IDKWTCTM Vol 1

21 year old recording artist Parv stakes his claim as one of 2012's most exciting British newcomers with the release of his brand new mixtape 'IDKWTCTM Vol 1'.

Born and raised in Portsmouth, UK, Parv spent a majority of his teenage years honing his skills as a rapper, singer, producer and all round musical mogul. In 2010 he signed to budding hip hop label 'De Facto Entertainment' - a deal which gave the young artist his first step up into the international music scene. During his time with 'De Facto' he recorded diligently with label CEO and record producer Stealf, and is due to feature on the forthcoming 'I Am Stealf' LP alongside the likes of Jadakiss, Joell Ortiz and H.O.O.D Fellaz.

Having now left the label, Parv is set on his own independent path to create the music he truly loves writing. At a time when every man and his dog claim to merge and amalgamate genres, Parv really does it. And he does it well. With his brand new mixtape offering, Parv delivers 16 refreshingly original tracks, dipping into a collection of classic hip hop instrumentals and serving up some accomplished production of his own. Never afraid to break out of pigeon holes, the south coast rapper flips the concept of a hip hop mixtape on it's head, presenting one of the most interesting official debut long players you're ever likely to hear from a British recording artist.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD

For more information on Parv please visit:

www.twitter.com/theycallmeparv

www.facebook.com/parvofficial

www.youtube.com/parvofficial

www.soundcloud.com/beatsbyparv

Relentless Crew - Eyes Don't Lie Mixtape 

RELENTLESS CREW FOLLOW ON FROM THE SUCCESS OF THEIR PREVIOUS CHANNEL AKA TOP 20 TRACKS '24/7' & 'BEST KEPT SECRET WITH THE RELEASE OF THEIR EAGERLY ANTICIPATED DEBUT MIXTAPE CALLED 'EYES DON'T LIE' WHICH FEATURES SOME OF THE HOTTEST UK ARTISTS AT THE MOMENT INCLUDING RANDOM IMPULSE, BIG NARSTIE, STEELO1, L.MAN, TUGGAWAR PLUS MORE. EYES DON'T LIE SHOWS RELENTLESS CREW'S TRUE LYRICAL SKILL AND ABILITY ALONG WITH GOOD MUSICAL CONCEPTS THAT WILL KEEP YOU ENTERTAINED THROUGHOUT. THIS IS A MUST DOWNLOAD FOR ANY UK HIP HOP FAN.

Relentless Crew - Eyes Don't Lie Mixtape Download Link - http://www.sendspace.com/file/c5bof6

Official Website: www.relentlesscrew.com

- Facebook: www.facebook.com/relentlesscrew

- YouTube: www.youtube.com/relentlesscrewuk

- Twitter: www.twitter.com/relentlesscrew

John Hectic releases new mixtape &single

Rapper / producer John Hectic continues an impressive string of internet cuts with two brand new releases in one day - the long awaited '#IMAPROBLEM' mixtape and a brand new single, 'Apple Juice & Hennessey'.

With a work rate to envy any independent recording artist, John Hectic displays his ability to deliver consistent content with '#IMAPROBLEM', the first instalment of John Hectic"s two part mixtape saga. 

Formally one half of London hip hop duo Double H (Hard Hitters), John Hectic has spent a majority of 2011 locked away in the studio, with two brand new solo projects lined up for digital release in 2012. Hectic is also busy running his own t-shirt line - '9JABOI Clothing' - and is currently the main face of AYO Clothing's 9KA Fitted Hats, an entrepreneurial streak which has since seamlessly transcended into his musical endeavours. Renowned for his witty, thought provoking wordplay and hard hitting production, this Cuban born, London raised, Nigerian artist / businessman is certainly a force to be reckoned with in 2012.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD '#IMAPROBLEM'

CLICK HERE TO STREAM 'APPLE JUICE & HENNESSEY'

For more information on John Hectic please visit:

http://www.Johnhectic.com

http://www.twitter.com/johnhectic

Fakta release Sniptape

Label: BlookBoy Entertainment

Mixtape Title: Sniptape

Artist Name: Fakta

Fakta proves his worth as one of the UK's most hotly tipped MCs with the release of what is potentially one of the best mixtapes you will hear from Great Britain this year.

At 9 tracks deep, the mixtape showcases the 23 year old lyricist's unmistakable talent and ability to diversify on a variety of hip hop and grime backdrops.

Renowned for his clinical lyrical ability, incredible live performances and unique style from an early age, Fakta has spent many years honing his abilities within the UK underground, with key releases including 'Lokd Behind Bars' and the critically acclaimed 'I Need Management 2' mixtape. Having already received support from the likes of BBC 1xtra, UK Overstood, Channel AKA, Media Massacre and many more blogs / radio stations, Fakta is steadily building his reputation as one of the second city's most promising up and coming artists. On the live circuit, the Midlands MC has performed extensively both in the UK and abroad, supporting international superstars Vybez Kartel, Bobby Valentino and Rick Ross, as well as performing at the renowned Short Circuit event (the largest beach party in Jamaica).

 

CLICK HERE TO STREAM / DOWNLOAD

For more information on Fakta please visit:

www.fakta.co.uk

www.twitter.com/fakta1

Nathaniel feat I-20 - Left For Dead

Brooklyn based singer / songwriter Nathaniel begins 2012 with 'Left For Dead', a bluesy themed collaboration with Disturbing tha Peace rapper I-20. Taken from the forthcoming mixtape 'BORN', the Dirty Dunnz produced track sees Nathaniel breaking down his feelings to an ex-lover who has called quits on their relationship.

The track below has already been shared by Ludacris himself on Twitter and is set to be a massive online smash in anticipation of Nathaniel's forthcoming mixtape 'BORN', which is set to drop on the 25th Jan.

CLICK HERE TO STREAM

eGo releases mixtape All work No Play

All Work no Play the mixtape by eGo

Hailing from Chicago, eGo, a 20 year old rapper, writer, and singer allows listeners the chance to glance inside the capturing tales of his life as the mixtape, All Work No Play, demonstrates the artist’s versatility, punch line flow, and capturing lyrics. Lined up with 18 tracks, the mixtape features production by young Chicago talent that includes C-Sick and The Odd Couple and Chicago singer Kam’ryne.  Try something new and press play on All Work No Play. 

Fuck with Me video coming soon. 

Download eGo’s All Work No Play Mixtape hosted by Leaders 1354’s, Vic Lloyd.

Follow eGo on Twitter @eGoSL

 “Like” eGo on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/EGO-SICKLife/219038827035

Official Blog site- eGoSL.tumblr.com http://egosl.tumblr.com/

Kay 2 x The Strange Days - The Strangest Day

West London based Kay 2 & The Strange Days release their highly anticipated, self produced debut mixtape titled ‘The Strangest Day’.
Having grown up on a small council estate in Chelsea / Fulham with a rich Moroccan and Irish heritage, music played a monumental part in the upbringing of Kay 2 & The Strange Days, something which has transcended into the music they make today. "It's basically Pop and Hip Hop, with a mixture of any other genre we like," they reveal, whilst name checking the likes of J.Cole, Wiz Khalifa, Mayer Hawthorn, Kid Cudi and Curren$y as some of their musical influences.
They've already peaked at Number 2 on the Myspace UK Unsigned Music Charts, and received interest from countless record labels, distribution companies and tastemakers from across the industry. The duo also appeared on Channel AKA’s recent ‘Streets, Grime and Life’ compilation CD alongside the likes of N Dubz, Skepta, Loick Essien, JME, Chimpunk, Wiley, Ghetts, Lethal Bizzle and many more.
At 17 tracks deep, ‘The Strangest Days’ is a collection of some of Kay 2 & The Strange Day’s best work to date. Featuring mostly all of group member Mike’s production (barring ‘Hard To Say’ which is a cover of The Streets – At The Back Of The Line), the mixtape takes listeners on a uniquely obscure journey through British life viewed in the eyes of two music loving, weed smoking, thought consumed teenagers, who are just trying to make sense of ever present madness unravelling in front of their eyes.
Comprised of some devilishly abstract sampling, effervescent percussion, gentle guitar riffs and awe filled string sections, the instrumentation maintains a familiar aura throughout without becoming repetitive, whilst the duo’s blend of gawkish lyricism and honest chorus lines demonstrate exactly why Kay 2 & The Strange Days are being tipped as one the UK’s most exciting new music acts.

 CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD MIXTAPE

Pak-man - Ahead Of My Time Mixtape

Pak-man - Ahead Of My Time

Pak-Man is an upcoming rapper from South London, who has just released his anticipated second mix-tape 'Ahead Of My Time' available for FREE DOWNLOAD!!

Pak-Man has released a number of videos this year as well as appearing on Charlie Sloth's Fire In The Booth and SBTV's new season of F64 confirming his position as a prominent figure in the underground UK rap scene, with a growing Asian following due to his background. The tape includes features from Joe Black, Young Tef and Haze as well as production from 80's baby and Soka Beatz.

Download the mixtape here : 

http://www.ukrapmusic.com/mixtapes-downloads?download=539%3Apak-man-ahead-of-my-time

Tracklisting

01. Pak-Man - Summary

02. Pak-Man - Keep Going

03. Pak-Man - Over & Over

04. Pak-Man - Rainy Days (Feat. Hipman Junky)

05. Pak-Man - Same Shit Different Day (Feat. Joe Black)

06. Pak-Man - Suffering

07. Pak-Man - Big Things

08. Pak-Man - Crazy

09. Pak-Man - On & On

10. Pak-Man - Straight Cash (Feat. Big Chess)

11. Pak-Man - Paper Flip (Feat. Youngs Teflon)

12. Pak-Man - Fast Life

13. Pak-Man - Built To Survive (Feat. Haze)

14. Pak-Man - Too Long (Feat. Jasmine Knight)

Follow Pak-man on Twitter @pakmanonline

Kay 2 release third video for Dreamers

West London based duo Kay 2 release the third promotional video in the run up to their highly anticipated forthcoming debut mixtape ‘The Strangest Day’.

Having grown up on a small council estate in Chelsea / Fulham with a rich Moroccan and Irish heritage, music played a monumental part in the upbringing of Kay 2, something which has transcended into the music they make today. "It's basically Pop and Hip Hop, with a mixture of any other genre we like," they reveal, whilst name checking the likes of Mike Posner, Wiz Khalifa, Jamie T, Kid Cudi and N-Dubz as some of their musical influences.

They've already peaked at Number 2 on the Myspace UK Unsigned Music Charts, and received interest from countless record labels, distribution companies and tastemakers from across the industry. The diverse duo have also clocked up over 50,000 views on YouTube in the past 6 months, and have slowly but surely turned the heads of leading bloggers with their distinctive, limitless sound.

‘Dreamers’ is the last single before the release of the mixtape, and it has certainly prepped listeners for the eclectic, well developed sound that these boys will be bringing to the table on their debut full length release. Based around a beautifully atmospheric vocal sample, the track is driven by an almost-but-not-quite-jungle drum break and a powerful vocal performance which this collective have become well known for.

You can watch the video for ‘Dreamers’ online now at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncTCBAQ6p0A

Swift – Pre Flight Entertainment

UK based hip hop producer / artist, Swift (AKA Swift Beats) returns with the release of his brand new free download mixtape 'Pre Flight Entertainment'.

As a talented producer / vocalist Swift has built up a hefty catalogue of collaborations with artists from across the globe, and in January 2010 he launched one of the UK's biggest online music production stores (www.swiftbeats.co.uk). The multi talented beatsmith has clocked up over 362,339 in just over one year - a tribute to the outstanding talent this Southampton based artist possesses. Swift has also amassed an impressive solo discography, with various mixtapes under his belt, including the revered 'The Take Off' mixtape, which he released in collaboration with DJ Grind in the summer of 2009.

 

Swift is now back with a brand new mixtape release titled 'Pre Flight Entertainment', which serves as a prequel to his forthcoming debut album, which he fittingly plans to title 'The Departure Lounge'. The mixtape features eleven superbly crafted tracks, including both covers and original productions, and is an excellent introduction to the eclectic sound of Swift. Please support this talented artist by sharing ‘Pre Flight Entertainment’ with your readers!

'Pre Flight Entertainment' is available now at http://www.mediafire.com/?a6lfoi2fd7p612j

For more information on Swift please head over to:

www.swiftbeats.co.uk

www.twitter.com/swiftbeatsuk

www.facebook.com/swift.beats