Pigeons and Planes

Video! Keri Hilson - "I Like"

2009-11-21T03:42:00.002-05:00

Another good visual of Miss Keri Hilson!! Mmm!

Video! Toni Braxton Ft. Trey Songz - "Yesterday"

2009-11-21T03:37:00.003-05:00

This is my sh*t! Posted this joint not too long ago & now here is the official video!

Hip-Hop That Will Fuck With Your Head

2009-11-21T02:35:00.004-05:00

I was talking to someone today about music and the discussion led to an argument about the weak points of hip-hop versus the strength of indie rock. He said he thought one of the strong points of indie rock was the extreme creativity that exists in bands like Animal Collective. They are undoubtedly one of the captains of indie rock, and at the same time they push the limits of the genre to an extreme that few others have reached. He argued that in hip-hop, the popular artists were all repetitive and tame, and the "indie" or "underground" artists were all simple boom-bap and raw. I can't say that I completely disagree. It seems like a lot of underground hip-hop these days is either straight raw boom-bap lyricism type shit, or part of the new trend - indie rock sampling.

Honestly, the talk made me kind of worried. Either I'm out of the loop, or hip-hop artists are slacking on the extreme creativity front. I'm not complaining about the general state of hip-hop music. I think there are plenty of talented artists on the come up, each with his/her own style. But for any genre to be healthy, I think there have to be extremes. There have to be artists in every genre that stretch it to its most uncomfortable limits and make it work. Otherwise shit starts to get bland.

So here's my post. The Animal Collectives of hip-hop. Psychedelic, limit smashing hip-hop does exist. I wish there was more of it. Here's a pocket full of hip-hop tracks that aren't just meant to make your head nod - this is the type of hip-hop made to make your eyes retreat into your sockets and your brain queef out through the cracks in your skull. The type of shit that isn't made to make you relate - this is the type of shit that rearranges what you relate to. It's not for everyone, but give it a shot. Turn it up loud, fuck with it.

Edan - Promised Land | YouSendIt

Aesop Rock - Shere Kahn | YouSendIt

Cannibal Ox - Painkillers | YouSendIt

Deep Puddle Dynamics - Rainmen (Controller 7" Remix) | YouSendIt

Illogic - Birthright | YouSendIt

Purple Monkey Sircus (PMS) - "Fuck My Life (FML)"

2009-11-20T21:43:00.007-05:00

Here's a track Purple Monkey Sircus from Cleveland sent over. The New tape PMS 3 Drops January 13th. PMS? FML? LOL. Mick Boogie had something to do with this, which is always a good sign. Honestly, wasn't expecting much from a hip-hop group that goes by PMS, but this shit is rock solid, and definitely making it to my iTunes, which is probably a lot more rare than you think. I delete waaay over half the music I download. And who can't relate to Fuck My Life? Check it out.

Purple Monkey Sircus - Fuck My Life | YouSendIt

Video! Vintage Lady Gaga

2009-11-20T15:06:00.006-05:00

This is a trip. Here's footage of Stefani Germanotta (Lady Gaga) at NYU's annual talent show, before anyone knew what a Gaga was. I wonder how many people were thinking, "When this chick gets some synths, some beats, and a bit of an edgy, tranny vibe she's gonna be big time."

New! Animal Collective - "Graze" (Stream)

2009-11-20T14:56:00.003-05:00

Here's a new track off of the upcoming Fall Be Kind EP. It's like The Beach Boys + Acid + The Circus. The song doesn't really pick up until around the 3:00 mark, at which point it gets really cool. Thanks to V&V.

Video! Fabolous Ft. Kobe - "Imma Do It"

2009-11-20T13:12:00.000-05:00

Here's the official video for Fabolous track "Imma Do It" which features Kobe!

New! Curren$y x's 2

2009-11-20T13:01:00.002-05:00

Got 2 new joints for ya'll from the kid Curren$y!

Curren$y - "Audio Dope" | Zshare

Curren$y - "Breakfast" ( In & Out ) | Zshare

Video! N.A.S.A. ft. Tom Waits & Kool Keith - "Spacious Thoughts"

2009-11-19T23:12:00.002-05:00

A little late, but I'm not complaining. Off N.A.S.A.'s The Spirit Of Apollo, out now. Hearing Tom Waits and Kool Keith on a song together is so weird, but so weirdly perfect.

Video! T-Pain - "Take Your Shirt Off" (Live in FL)

2009-11-19T20:54:00.002-05:00

I will never claim that T-Pain is one of the most talented or skilled musicians in the game, but admit it, this shit looks fun. It's like watching a clown (not a Ringleader) at a circus. Thanks to YHTN.

T-Pain performing his new single “Take Your Shirt Off” Live in FL. Cameos by Omarion, Young Cash, Sophia Fresh, Tay Dzim and many more. New album RevolveR coming soon.

New! FiftyDeuce - "Polar Bear Toenails"

2009-11-19T20:08:00.005-05:00

The title of this track & the first couple of seconds of the song itself made me lol..literally! But the smooth beat caught me (which they produced) and FifDeuce definitely came correct with the lyrics! Always good to have fun with music!! Off of their upcoming project titled *theENDofORDINARY*.

FiftyDeuce - "Polar Bear Toenails" | Zshare

Video! Jason Segel Gives Swell Season Fans His Phone Number

2009-11-19T18:47:00.002-05:00

Jason Segel (Forgetting Sarah Marshall, other stuff) made a surprise appearance at the Swell Season show in LA last night, and premiered a new song!

Jason consulted the Swell Season's Marketa Irglova for songwriting tips and she told him to "include as much personal information as you can." As you can tell from this new tune - which includes Jason's full acting CV, phone #, and some other (very) personal details - he took the advice to heart.

Video! Gym Class Heroes - "Live A Little"

2009-11-19T18:40:00.003-05:00

Here's the visual for the Gym Class Heroes cut titled "Live A Little". Off of their *The Quilt* LP!

Lady Gaga - "Bad Romance" (Hercules & the Love Affair Remix) + (Electrolightz Freak Mix)

2009-11-19T18:14:00.006-05:00

Ever since Fame Monster started leaking, my inbox has been inundated with all kinds of oddly shaped, weird smelling Lady Gaga remixes. I don't want anyone to OD, so I'll just post a couple that stand out. Here's the first 2, both with their scopes locked on "Bad Romance". Electrolightz mySpace. Here's the link to the full EP.

Lady Gaga - Bad Romance (Hercules & the Love Affair Remix) | YouSendIt

Lady Gaga - Bad Romance (Electrolightz Freak Mix) | YouSendIt

New! XV - "Nevermind"

2009-11-19T16:37:00.004-05:00

Meant to post this fuego earlier! XV definitely delivers on this cut & Seven kills the beat! This joint is off of *Beneath The Surface* tape by Y Not My Dream which drops Nov 23rd!

XV - "Nevermind" | YouSendIt

Video! Wale + J. Cole Freestyle

2009-11-19T15:42:00.002-05:00

After a show (on the Jay-Z tour...whatever it's called) Wale & J. Cole head out to get some grub. While waiting on their food, they decide to kick off a nice freestyle cypher!
Spotted @ It's The Official!

Video! Beyonce Goes Crowd Surfing

2009-11-19T13:10:00.003-05:00

Bold move. Add a few names to the list of people that can actually say they grabbed Beyonce's ass.

Video! 50 Cent Ft. Governor - "Do You Think About Me" (Yahoo Live Session)

2009-11-19T12:03:00.004-05:00

I like this little performance here. This is the most energy I've seen 50 perform with in a long time..imo! He usually just stands there doing his little bop. Or maybe I'm saying this because of the close ups & no crowd, which makes it more intimate.
Spotted @ iR!

Video! Vampire Weekend - "Cousins"

2009-11-19T08:53:00.002-05:00

Here's the video for Vamp Wknd's firecracker of a song "Cousins", off the upcoming Contra album.

Timbaland ft. Justin Timberlake - "Crazy Girl"

2009-11-19T00:38:00.002-05:00

Here's a track that was supposed to be on Shock Value 2 but ended up balloon-boying it.

Timbaland ft. Justin Timberlake - Crazy Girl | YouSendIt

Yeah Yeah Yeahs - "Hysteric" (Acoustic)

2009-11-18T20:52:00.004-05:00

The Yeah Yeah Yeahs have just released an exclusive iTunes Originals album which features some old stuff, some new stuff, and some different versions of stuff. Here is one standout from the release, an acoustic version of "Hysteric".

Karen O is best known for her charismatic leadership that often commands attention on high energy tracks that make you want to move. What makes her such a rare creature is that her leadership shines just as brightly on acoustic tracks like this. Sometimes it lies in the little things -the way she says certain words, when she let's loose and when she holds back. She's definitely one of the greatest frontwomen out right now. Saw this at PMA.

Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Hysteric (Acoustic) | YouSendIt

Video! Lil Wayne The Carter Documentary (Full)

2009-11-18T20:09:00.001-05:00

Here's the full stream of The Carter Documentary about Lil' Wayne. I haven't watched the whole thing yet and I'm in the middle of a delicious sandwich so maybe I'll add to this post later. For now, enjoy. And thanks to Hilkoo.

"Whatever U Want" (G.O.O.D Music Remix ft. Consquence, Kanye, Kid Cudi, Common, Big Sean, John Legend) CDQ

2009-11-18T15:22:00.004-05:00

This song premiered on Hot 97 with DJ Envy a little while ago. I posted the radio rip earlier today. Looks like I should have just waited a little longer. I expected the CDQ to come out soon, but shiiit it's like an hour later. Credit to Splash. Here it is in all its CDQ glory. Consequence, Kanye, Kid Cudi, Common, Big Sean, John Legend.

Whatever U Want (G.O.O.D Music Remix) | YouSendIt

Video! Alicia Keys Performs "Empire State Of Mind Pt. 2"

2009-11-18T14:40:00.003-05:00

Finally, here's footage of Alicia Keys performing the sequel that's been surrounded with buzz. What do you think?

New! Theophilus London - "Humdrum Town"

2009-11-18T13:51:00.004-05:00

Probably the most accessible Theophilus track I've heard yet, but maintains the integrity of his unique sound. Very nice.

Green Label Sound, a free exclusive singles label, today released its latest track "Humdrum Town" by the Brooklyn rapper, songwriter and producer Theophilus London. "Humdrum Town" sets London's breathy, unpredictable flow against his undeniable blend electro, hip-hop, pop, and soul.

"The original version of the track came out on This Charming Mixtape, which was written during a different time in my career," said London about the song. "When the opportunity to release a track with Green Label Sound presented itself, I immediately knew that this was the song. I already had in my mind what I wanted to do to it."

Theophilus London - Humdrum Town | YouSendIt