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rock the dub radio: episode 002

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Did you miss rock the dub radio this past Thursday? Yeah, so did I... it didn't play at it's regular time, but if you kept your ears to WGHH Radio, it did get rinsed over the weekend (I see you, Chad)! In any case, that's why I have a podcast! This week's show, the 2nd, was a treat to make. Spent a good amount of time making sure it flowed well - I hope you like it!

The first half hour features a load of J Dilla-related tracks, then just goes off after that. Peep the Boondocks-related interludes every half-hour or so. Also some unsigned hype in there (Joulz Il Duce, S.I.N., Jay Eff Kay and Tha S Ence - don't sleep!)...


download via podOmatic HERE (divshare mirror HERE)...

Check out the tracklisting for this week:

01/intro: "The Boondocks" theme
02/interlude: MLK vs. The Visioneers
03/Phat Khat "Don't Nobody Care About Us"
04/Jaylib ft. Guilty Simpson "Strapped"
05/Copywrite "Waiting To Inhale"
06/Illa J "Me And My Brother"
07/J Dilla ft. Roc C & Oh No "Pandemonium"
08/J Dilla "Wild"
09/Frank-N-Dank "MCA"
10/A.G. ft. Aloe Blacc "Hip-Hop Quotable"
11/Busta Rhymes ft. Cassidy & Papoose "Psycho"
12/interlude: A Nigga Moment
13/Big Shug ft. Big Twinn & Sean Price "Legbreakers"
14/Sean Price "Like You"
15/Evidence, Joe Scudda & The Alchemist "It's Gon' Pop"
16/AZ ft. M.O.P. "Sit 'Em Back Slow"
17/Styles P ft. Kool G Rap "Come One, Come All"
18/O.C. ft. Freddie Foxxx "M.U.G."
19/R.A. The Rugged Man ft. Masta Killa & Killah Priest "Chains"
20/interlude: Granddad vs. Stinkmeiner 01
21/Method Man "Grid Iron Rap"
22/Pete Rock ft. Styles P & Sheek Louch "914"
23/9th Wonder & Buckshot "Side Talk"
24/Talib Kweli & Madlib "Over The Counter"
25/Ice Water ft. Raekwon & Busta Rhymes "Do It Big"
26/Joulz Il Duce "The Urge"
27/S.I.N. "Fast Forward"
28/interlude: Granddad vs. Stinkmeiner 02
29/Keith Murray ft. Lil Jamal "Whatmakeaniggathinkdat"
30/Viktor Vaughn "Raedawn (Remix)"
31/J-Zone ft. Huggy Bear, Kobayashi & Trip "Candy Razors"
32/Jay Eff Kay "Want Sex & Violence? (Suburbia's It)"
33/Joell Ortiz ft. Jadakiss & Saigon "Hip Hop (Remix)"
34/Special Ed "I Got It Made"
35/Fabolous ft. Nate Dogg "Can't Deny It (Tha S Ence Remix)"
36/outro: "The Boondocks" theme
Let me know what you think! And if you really dig it, make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so you can get that hot hot heat when it touches down!

UPDATE: Rizoh of TRU just Cuban Link'd this post. Might not mean a lot to you guys, but in the world of Hip-Hop Blogs, I am very humbled right now. Shouts to him.
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The Hit (trailer)

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Peep the trailer for this new flick starring Blair Underwood, Al B Sure(!) and DeRay Davis:



Now check the synopsis:

Hen has made it to the big time. Growing up in Compton and starting his own record label off of money he conned from a loan shark, he has built up a $300 million empire. But there's a problem: Like all other rap labels, despite their enormous success, a huge portion of their profits are continually siphoned off by the major distribution houses. Hen is sick of this and decides to revolutionize the business by bringing together his and other rap labels to form a confederation apart from the distribution houses — a confederation that would be self-funded and allow them to keep the profits they earn while being socially conscious within their communities.

Rap labels are notorious for not getting along with one another, but under Hen’s leadership — and the promise of seeing triple the revenues — the labels decide to give it a shot . . . except one boss, who decides to take a much more violent approach to bring his cash cows back into the fold. The story twists and turns as betrayal leaves some dead and others in the hospital. Will this fledgling venture be able to withstand infighting and constant threats by mafia and music bosses alike?


DVD available on August 28th; pre-order this badboy HERE.

Review forthcoming.
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Tay Zonday on Jimmy Kimmel

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How about I was sleep and didn't know this was on - my wife turned on ABC last night and was like "that's your boy, right?" - then it went to commercial. WTF!?!?

Here's the performance and the interview. Awe-inspiring:



Check out the Best Week Ever segment on "Chocolate Rain". Peep the John Mayer rendition towards the end...

Obama/Zonday 2008 FTW.
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[rock the dub Interview]: YO! Darkroom

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Here at rock the dub, we're not all about music and LOST: we dig the fine arts. Thing is, most of the opportunities seem to be so distant from my people (read: progressive, broke thinkers). Well, one opportunities was literally right under my nose. Well, in my past. I have a friend I went to high school with, someone I used to build with years gone. Her name is Sherry, and her resume is sharp: studied photography on many levels, and has taught in many fine institutions as well. Her latest venture is YO! Darkroom, a "photography community" deep in the heart of Philadelphia. From taking classes to using their facilities to copping cameras and film, among other things, this is a one-stop shop for all of your photo needs, especially if you are looking to further your craft in the Photo field. We rapped a bit on what YO! is about, where YO! is going, and how you can get invovled...

khal: What’s going on? First off, YO! Darkroom is such an interesting idea, but I’m surprised that in a city like Philly, which seems to have a solid art community, doesn’t have a photo community center like YO!. Can you explain where the idea for YO! came from?

Sherry: Hey! You’re right Philly does have a pretty solid art scene. With this new venue I’m most excited to bring the same attention that a lot of painters and sculptors get in the city to photographers at YO! The idea for creating a space like YO! stemmed from a real desire for a community darkroom in the city. In addition I want to take YO! further and offer a true photo venue that includes a gallery, classroom, studio and more -- a space where people of all levels and backgrounds can meet and learn more about what’s happening in the Philly art scene and photography in general.

khal: Do you see your location in Philly as a benefit? I mean, do you think you could essentially do the same thing in a city like Pittsburgh or Wilkes-Barre and get the same response/praise/etc.?

Sherry: I do see YO! as a creative benefit to the city in that we are designed for those who, for instance, want more than what their school offers, are intimidated by or can’t afford to take a class in photography elsewhere. Our organization is not a new idea, but was uniquely designed for a Philly crowd – in particular those who need a support system and want to make a direct difference in their own and each other’s lives.

khal: Was YO! something that caught on relatively quickly? I’d imagine many of the art student/college-crowd would be very interested, but are you seeing interest from all age-groups?

Sherry: YO!’s mission and word of our existence in Center City is spreading fast in many circles. So far I have noticed a super positive response from people ranging from students to seasoned fine artists who are interested in being mentored and mentoring others. There is a lot of diversity in the people who attend our gallery shows as well and that inevitably creates a unique dialogue between people of all ages and gives people a great chance to network.

khal: I personally know you’ve been involved in photography for years now, but can you break down your credentials, accomplishments, etc. for those who might be wondering “who is she to be giving me tips on photo”?

Sherry: It’s true, I have spent some years now involved in the arts working for creative non-profits, after school programs or teaching in schools. I received my BA and MFA in fine art photography and have spent over 5 years involved with higher education, teaching classes like digital and film photography, drawing and art appreciation. In addition to myself there are a number of local Adjunct Professors and photo professionals teaching our courses. Our guest lectures and professional workshops will be run by experienced local professionals who excel in their individual fields of photography.

khal: Is the geographical makeup of YO! artists predominately Philly-based, or are you getting heads from other cities/states exhibiting their work?

Sherry: There are currently shows in the works at YO! Gallery for fine art photographers from out of state (look for NYC photographer Jennifer Warren’s color Holga Panoramics in the Spring). I am definitely not opposed to receiving artists from other communities who are interested in our mission and appreciate the work that it being shown at YO! Gallery. YO! is a community based space and therefore open to all people willing to reach out and explore what’s going on in the contemporary art scene period. I do however lean towards supporting our local up-and-comers and long time professionals doing amazing work.

khal: In reading your MySpace blog, I was intrigued by the “Redroom, Redroom” installation coming up on the 17th of August. How often do you have installations of that size, and do you have to be “internationally known” to get your shine on?

Sherry: Scott Bickmore’s “Redroom/Redroom” is an interesting concept and a challenging experiment in psychology through light and mood. This is my first time installing a show based on photography that doesn’t actually include a single photograph. When Scott approached me with his idea to take the mood of the darkroom and turn it into something a bit more dark and unexpected without being literal about it, embraced the chance to make it work in our space. What I look for when someone approaches me with a show idea is a unique presentation and a concept with some depth and experimentation involved – what I am personally drawn to really does vary. If an artist has a long resume with a ton of references and no depth to their ideas or presentation I get bored easily and want to see something new. I am also interested in having collectors come to our shows and really get turned on to all types of work that’s being done in our city.

khal: One thing I found interesting is that, if you desired, you could opt to not be a member of YO!’s, but there are benefits to obtaining a membership. Do you see a lot of people opting to attend the classes/clubs/etc. for free?

Sherry: That is true, you don’t have to become a member to take our classes, but it’s recommended. We’ve had a number of people sign on to become members of YO! early and that has really helped with the production end of things. The membership is important because it brings you closer to the community through member shows and events and ultimately saves you money each time you join a class.

khal: YO! isn’t just classes and exhibitions though. I saw on phillyskyline.com that you can purchase cameras, film, prints, frames – it’s essentially a one-stop spot for all of your photo needs. Do you think there will ever be a situation where YO! grows into something bigger than what you already have established?

Sherry: I view YO! as a business that is truly unique in the city, one that will grow and change with the needs of our members and users. If our members want hoagies, coffee or live music we’ll take those suggestions as they come – for now we offer our community an all purpose photography space to meet people, learn and work in. There’s always room to grow, especially if the population demands it.

khal: With all of this stuff going on, how big is the YO! staff?

Sherry: Right now I am the one working full time to keep YO! running, however there are over 20 people on board as teachers, darkroom monitors, volunteers, gallery sitters and marketing/PR people who are hard working and enthusiastic about our mission – and are also responsible for our success.

khal: What’s going on in the near future with YO!? Can you tell us any forthcoming artist installations, new classes, etc., that are going to be offered to the public?

Sherry: There is so much going on in the near future at YO! Soon on our website you’ll find I have arranged for local professionals to come speak about subjects like photographing your art, removing the blinders of habit, photographing in the digital age, self publishing and more. You’ll also find professional workshops on “Making a Living as a Photographer” (David Graham) and even one for “Dog Lovers on Location” (A. Celeste Hardester). I think it’s really important to reach out to many different types of creative minds and hopefully our lectures and classes will do that. As far as upcoming shows we have some excellent work going up this year and people can check out all of the updates on my blog and in the YO! Gallery section of http://www.yodarkroom.com/. (Our next show includes black + white work by local photographers Jaime Alvarez and Ryan Widger.)

khal: Now that the public has an idea of what YO! is all about, how can they get involved?

Sherry: The best way to get involved is to physically come to YO! Darkroom, meet with myself and staff members who can sign you up for events and answer your questions. Our hours cater to people who are in school and work during the day. BTW we’re open late most nights Wed-Sun until 11p by appt. Email any questions to sherry@yodarkroom.com.



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LOST: Doc Jensen's BACK!

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Doc Jensen = the man. For you LOST fans not up on who he is, he reports on all things LOST, and even provides his own insight and theories into things. He is not about spoiling, but will give Damon/Carlton-approved news bits and things to look out for when he has them. The latest article of his dives head first into a few things:
  • Debunking 3 show-related rumors
  • A correlation between Jacob and The Fly
  • His thoughts on The Orchid orientation film
  • Thoughts on the whole film being some kind of hoax...

Interesting stuff, my kind of writer actually.

For more LOST-related news, keep it locked... until then, namaste!

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DJ Cable BBC 1Xtra Guest Mix

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What's going on? You know, in the US, college students and office workers start their weekends on Thursdays - GET DRUNK, GET CRUNK! This mix I got from DJ Cable (the 2x DMC Vice Champ, not the DNB producer), which was featured on BBC 1Xtra a few weeks back. Strictly Hip-Hop, not a lot of flash, although dude does throw in some sick cuts and some doubles work - nothing too turntablistic, but you can hear my man has the fire. He also has an upfront selection, from Common to Lil' Mama, Saigon to MIMS, and he's not afraid to throw in some shit you might not know will get you moving. Check the tracklisting:

01/Skibadee - Tika Toc
02/Eve - Tambourine
03/Redman - Put It Down
04/Skillz Feat. Freeway - Don't Act Like You Don't Know
05/Common - The Game
06/Lil' Mama - Lip Gloss
07/MIMS Feat. Sean Kingston & Mr. Vegas - Like This Remix
08/Kardinal Offishall Feat. Akon - Graveyard Shift
09/DJ Envy & Red Cafe Feat. Fabolous - Dollar Bills
10/Chamillionaire Feat. Slick Rick - Hip Hop Police
11/Saigon - Come On Baby
12/Junior Reid Feat. Fat Joe - More Money
13/Raw LT Feat. Lil' Boosie - It Goes Both Ways
14/L.A. Feat. Akon - On My Trail
15/Lil' Boosie Feat. Foxx, Jim Jones, Webbie, Fat Joe & Jadakiss - Wipe Me Down Remix
16/LL Cool J Feat. 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Kool G Rap & Tony Yayo - Queens
17/Mike Jones Feat. Bun B & Snoop Dogg - My 6-4
You can stream/download the mix with this zShare link. Highly recommended mix. And keep it locked... Cable said he is to be working on his own THUGSTEP mixtape. I'll keep you posted.

Shouts to Cable, shouts to DJ Tipz, shouts to the UK DJs who know what time it is.
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