[Hip-Hop] Big Boi – In The A (feat. Ludcaris & T.I.)

Posted by Ash El Gamal - November 26, 2012

Judging by the releases thus far, Big Boi‘s upcoming album will be one of the strongest hip-hop projects of the year. Today, he provides yet another confirmation teaming up with fellow Atlanta veterans, Ludacris and T.I., for a southern banger with production that sounds like a marching band on steroids. All three emcees go all the way in putting their respective boastful, ATL-branded raps on prime display. Stream “In The A” below and look out for Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors, due out on December 11th.

’Big Boi – In The A  (feat. Ludacris & T.I.)’
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[Hip-Hop] Big Boi – Lines (ft. A$AP Rocky & Phantogram)

Posted by Ash El Gamal - November 9, 2012

As half of the legendary rap duo Outkast, the Atlanta-based Big Boi, requires little introduction. His solo career, on its own, has placed him in the highest echelon of emcees. Recently, the ATLien has shown an openness to collaborating outside of the genre, most memorably in his work with Little Dragon.

On his latest single, Big Boi brings in the indie electro duo, Phantogram, and Harlem’s PMF, A$AP Rocky, to create quite the dope clash of musical styles. Rocky kicks the track off with his trademarked flow over the captivating and epic multi-layered instrumental. The heavenly vocals of Phantogram’s Sarah Barthel grace the chorus before Big Boi himself comes in with his veteran delivery and southern wisdom. Phantogram takes over for the last minute leaving the listener suspended well above the clouds in yet another example of successful genre fusion. Stream “Lines” below and look out for Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors, out December 11th. 

’Big Boi – Lines (ft. A$AP Rocky & Phantogram)’
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[Hip-Hop] Big Boi – Mama Told Me (ft. Kelly Rowland)

Posted by tylercole - October 8, 2012

Although fans of Outkast will have to wait indefinitely for some new material, Big Boi has kept fans happy by consistently dropping new material. A live version of his latest single “Mama Told Me” debuted awhile back with Little Dragon on the hook. Now, the studio version has dropped and Kelly Rowland graces the chorus and hook. Her soft vocals compliment The Flush‘s 80s funk beat and Sir Luscious Left Foot delivers some dope verses. Fans can hear more when his sophomore LP Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors drops 11/13 via Def Jam.

’Mama Told Me – Big Boi (feat. Kelly Rowland)’
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[Electro-Pop/Hip-Hop] Little Dragon – Mama Told Me ft. Big Boi (Live)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - August 9, 2012

It’s always important to watch our favorite artists evolve, especially the legends (even the transformation from a dogg to a lion).  It’s great for the artists because it gives them room to expand and even better for the fans, because we know that even our most cherished idols are still hungry for growth as they push the boundaries of their music.  It’s this hunger that I feel really separates the elite artists from the average and a characteristic we can find in the greats from all genres.

For music as a whole, collaboration is great because it breaks down barriers between genres making it tougher and tougher to apply labels to each new song that comes out.  Hell, I didn’t even know what exactly to count this new entry as.  While this new cut isn’t much of a departure from the traditional Little Dragon fare, it manages to still feel like home turf for Big Boi once he steps up to the mic bringing that same funky, tricked-out ATLien swagger that made him stand out so many years ago as a member of Outkast and more recently with his successful solo career.

When the final version of this drops,  it will likely be on constant repeat until the end of the year for us ninjas. “Mama Told Me” will be featured on Big Boi’s upcoming album, Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors, which is due out later this year. For now, though, you’ll have to keep replaying the footage above of Little Dragon bringing out Sir Luscious Leftfoot at Vitamin Water and Fader’s uncapped concert series.

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[Hip-Hop] Theophilus London – Rose Island Vol. 1 (Mixtape)

Posted by Ash El Gamal - July 6, 2012

The Brooklyn-based Theophilus London has long been one of my favorite young hip-hop artists around because of his tendency to think outside the constraints of genre boundaries in his music. His sound, alternates seamlessly between his funk-infused, Pharrell-esque singing voice and smooth rapping vocals. London’s music truly reflects progression in music as stringent classification becomes a thing of the past.  His versatility and willingness to collaborate and experiment across different genres (Soul, Funk, R&B, electronic and alternative) is embodied by this mixtape. Check out some of my favorite tracks below and download the whole tape free here. A complex mixtape that is still consumable at any occasion, in the car or for your next poker hiphop playlist.

’Theophilus London – Morning Kisses’
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This track is a perfect example of London’s funky, R&B singing abilities.

’Theophilus London – Dancing feat. Marvin Gaye’
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It is pretty hard to hate on a Marvin sample and this track is upbeat and danceable,  while maintaining originality.

’Theophilus London – Lighthouse (JJ remix)’
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In case you’ve been under a rock for the last couple years (or aren’t as into music as me), JJ is a swedish post-pop duo who have done lots of experimentation with incorporating hip-hop lyrics and sounds in their ethereal music. This track is an awesome collaboration in my mind and I hope to see JJ working with some more notable names in hip-hop.

’Theophilus London – She Said Ok feat BIG BOI’
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Big Boi is in the house. Not much else needs to be said besides that this song is hilarious and reminiscent of Outkast.

’Theophilus London – Tour de Roses Anthem feat Bryan Holder’
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Here’s an example of Theophilus pushing the boundaries experimenting with some wobble on the beat. I am always a fan of the dubstep/hip-hop combination when done right.

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Big Boi – Gossip (Feat. UGK & Big K.R.I.T.)

Posted by Blas Yaselli - June 28, 2012

Following his first single “She Said OK” from his upcoming second solo album Vicious Lies And Dangerous Rumors, Big Boi releases “Gossip”. Featuring both halves of UGK – with the late Pimp C – and Big K.R.I.T, this juicy track has a great underground feel while still delivering a clean production. Listen to the radio rip below.

’Big Boi – Gossip (Feat. UGK & Big K.R.I.T.)’
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Big Boi & Theophilus London – “She Said Ok” (Feat.Tre Luce)

Posted by Blas Yaselli - May 31, 2012

Big Boi makes his debut for 2012 with a brand new track titled “She Said OK,” featuring Brooklyn MC Theophilus London. The slow explicit jam may or may not appear on his forthcoming solo album, “Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors.” If this is too filthy for your naive ears, you can check out the clean version here.

’Big Boi & Theophilus London – “She Said Ok” (Feat.Tre Luce)’
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