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The Blind Fold (The Seven Cyphers)

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The Blind Fold (The Seven Cyphers)

"The Blind Fold (The Seven Cyphers)" is the 2nd of a 7 part video series following the collectives last visual "Brethren" released last month. We're not exactly sure if this is build up to an official release but we'll keep an eye out for any movement. The song features Keese Sama, ishgoswish, Shugga, Chow Mane, Firefly Oshenisis, Jordan Garrett and Austan Found. From Austan Found: The 2nd cypher is a game of cards among friends. It features Keese Sama, ishgoswish, Shugga, Chow Mane, Firefly Oshenisis and Jordan Garrett. The beat was produced by myself (Austan Found) and Kyle Betty. The...

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Smif-N-Wessun Revisit "Dah Shinin" For NPR Tiny Desk Concert

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Smif-N-Wessun Revisit "Dah Shinin" For NPR Tiny Desk Concert

Smif-N-Wessun have joined the growing list of Hip Hop artists to perform on NPR’s popular Tiny Desk Concert series. The duo of Tek and Steele took it back to 1995’s Dah Shinin, performing “Bucktown” and “Stand Strong” from their classic debut. Smif-N-Wessun also premiered a new song, “One Time,” from their upcoming album with 9th Wonder. Smif-N-Wessun’s Tiny Desk Concert appearance comes amid an exciting time for the duo. The All, Tek and Steele’s collaborative effort with 9th Wonder, was completed in July. The Boot Camp Clik members just dropped its lead single, “Let It Go,” last week. The All...

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This; That; and The Third: The Z-Man Interview

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This; That; and The Third: The Z-Man Interview

In this episode of "This; That; and The Third" Dj Ammbush sits with San Francisco MC/Artist Z-Man. Z-Man breaks down his early influences and gives insight on his transition from being a independent artist to being signed to a major label. The guys talk Bay Area Hip Hop, veganism and Z-Man's first love: Art. Z-Man also exposes his partner in crime "The Gingerbread Man" and explains his introduction to the Hip Hop scene. Tune in for a wild interview with one of the Bay Area's illest. TTT3

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This; That; and the Third: The Balance Interview

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This; That; and the Third: The Balance Interview

In this episode of This; That; and the Third, DJ Ammbush talks with Bay Area recording artist Balance. The guys talk Organized Konfusion, the "New Bay" movement, Hyphy and of course Bay Area Hip Hop. Balance gives us a run down on his early days on the mic as well as his newest endeavors as a Film maker. Tune in and get inspired by the fire. DNA

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Video: Yared Kiflai "Church on the Move" (produced by Jake One)

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Video: Yared Kiflai "Church on the Move" (produced by Jake One)

Yared Kiflai is a rap artist from Oakland, Ca, who recently collaborated with Grammy Award- winning producer, Jake One, on the single “Church On The Move.” Today, Drums & Ammo (founded by Ammbush; Dj/Producer, Oakland Faders) premieres the music video for the single. Shot in the hills of Berkeley, CA, and directed by Khufu Najee, the visual is a satirical take on the “journey to success” most young MC’s face. Accompanied by his close friends, all dressed as young warlords and packed into the back of a pickup truck, Yared takes viewers on a dreamlike tour of his doubts, fears,...

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