The Business of Music

I understand why cities as a whole have a huge pitfall in the music industry. The so called "move around of people" lack professionalism and business 101! It's not just janky ass promoters, it's janky ass people period. I tell folks all the time, don't come to me until you are ready. There are levels to this... Education in every part of this business is essential. A mind is a terrible thing to waste along with money and time. I don't make promises, but I do guarantee. You get what you pay for. First and foremost, check the numbers, when they don't add up...RUN! Otherwise, I have some ocean front property to sell ya in the middle of Kansas. I would be lying if I told you there are no snakes in this business or an immediate ROI. But I do guarantee I will personally work a project that I feel has the potential to go. You will see me personally deliver. Patience is a virtue, pay attention to everything. So let me clarify... it's don't come to us until you are ready AND have your budget clear, cause ain't shit free!! ‪#LeslieMac

Juicy J ain't welcomed round here!

"WTF" 

by Yung2 ft. Joker B seems to be more than inspiration for Juicy J. According to a video uploaded yesterday by @LilRockObama http://bit.ly/bwareJuicyJ, the 2 Arkansas artist tell Juicy J to pay them for jacking the song. There will be no shows for the Memphis Tennessee rapper until he handles the "music biz"! The hook that Joker B spits definitely connects the two tracks, there's even a YouTube video that puts Yung2s "WTF" with Juicy Js version and calls it a remix. We all know music takes a path from the studio to the world, and that might take months or even years, but clearly we see @Yung2TSE & @JokerBeezy version hits the World Wide Web first. There's another "WTF" out there by @LonnieDaDon that's not related to the other version and has its own identity (produced by @ZaytovenBeatz). We Salute originality and All we can say is "Arkansas STAND UP!"

Lets Talk Dj Coalitions By Dj Iceman

If you know me,you know im a part of about 100 dj coalitions. lets break down what a dj coalition is and the pros and cons of being in one.

First off a dj coalition is a group of like-minded djs all striving for the same goal. and with so many coalitions out there how do you know which one is for you? its ultimately up to you to decide that. being in a coalition is like being in an extended family of djs. its a great networking opportunity. a lot of coalitions have exclusive access to artists and new music. some have plugs in radio,internet radio,and publishing. some have venue connections and others can help you get your mixtape out with plugs with certain sites.some coalitions even have help with mixtapes. everything from graphic design,to their own models for mixtape covers. most coalitions have weekly or monthly conference calls. these are done mostly to take care of coalition business, or to connect with artists. you get to know about an artist’s new project.maybe get to hear it first,and to support the artist just as the artist is supporting the dj by doing the call. this is a way to network with the artists. some are even so kind as to do drops for the individual djs . more and more coalitions are also having yearly conferences. these are mainly done so the djs can connect and network face to face as many djs in the same coalition live in different states or even different countries. most of these conferences are full of dj battles/workshops,panel discussions and seminars,and artist/dj showcases. there are some coalitions that have their own radio stations or plugs/connections with radio stations that can get your mixes heard or even have you on for a daily/weekly/monthly basis.some even offer promo services. what it all boils down to is more oppertunities for djs. not that you cant do things on your own,but sometimes being a part of a coalition can make the road easier.

Now there can be problems with being in coalitions. some have exclusivity clauses. meaning if you are with them,you cant join any other groups. some has mandatory songs you have to put on your mixtapes every month. if the song doesnt fit your format or if you dont like the song,it doesnt matter. lol and dealing wth so many different djs and personalities,there may be some people you dont get along with. so if you dont play well with others being in a coalition may not be for you.

I can say i personally love my coalition experience. ive run into a lot of lifelong friends and family members and have gotten a ton of support and oppertunities. i have gotten to interact with artists i would never have had access to any other way. i gotten a ton of new music. and most of all ive had a lot of fun. so i hope ive been able to help you as to what a dj coalition is and how it can help you. if you have any questions feel free to comment below or hit me on my facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Bigicedog)

Live it, See it, and Write it because I know it

Woke up this morning with my inbox full... One in particular was time stamped at 4:47am, it was from my partner, T.  As I read it, I knew he was pissed. His tone came through loud and clear. It's my duty to share his experience with you all. Mind you, I knew he went to screening of 'Straight Outta Compton' last night. I could hear T reciting the bars from Easy-E as I read... "I live it, I see it, and I write it because I know it."

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I'll say it once and for all! Some of the sources of Hip Hop are not worth your time. It's not a black or white thing, hell I work alongside Leslie Mac who is arguably one source who is ahead of the curve and most definitely in tune with hip hop. But some of these messengers claim to be connected to the culture actually have no valid point nor do they need to add the words "Hip Hop" to their social media bios or screen names. Check your sources, check their playlist, quiz them when you see hip hop improprieties. Followers can be bought or just numbers on a profile. It's how they engage with the like minds. The culture is now being painted by someone who does a lil research on the web and has no idea of what the music feels like. Not the sound, but what it feels like. You can't download Hip Hop, you can't find it in an app on the App Store. IJS! I've read all these reviews and  feedback about Straight Outta Compton and they take the wind outta the sails. True hip hop heads can fill in the blanks of the moments that made NWA who they are. Magazines and shows such as Word Up Fresh, Right On, Yo, and The Basement were the pioneering sources of the Hip Hop culture. If you never read, touched or at the least heard of any of those contributing factors to the expansion of the culture...you should take your fingers away from the keyboard. They dove into the artist. 

Written by Terrence Dawson

Dr. Dre Plugs Into Dallas' Sounds

Dallas, Texas hails as one of the top five markets in radio, but all to often I hear, “Can’t NOBODY break into the (music) industry outta Dallas!” Sounds cliché right?!?!  Well,

contrary to popular belief, Dallas has had some notable acts make quite an impact in music history.  Not to long ago, Garland native, Justin Mohrle, PKA Justus made the headlines as Dr. Dre’s newest protege. Now, we can add Dallas native and producer, Da Dreak to that list.

  

I came across an article that I just have to share with my audience.  There are times where accolades are given, however, they are not directed to the mass hip-hop audience.  This is where I excel…I have the ability to reach the masses: black, white, brown, or yellow….urban, hip-hop, music industry, males or females.  Being able to cross promote the “race” barriers, is an art.  One I am most proud of!  

Dallas Observer’s (D.O.) own Jeremy Hallock “snuck” this great news in, which I think should have been front page news on all media outlets including TMZ, The Breakfast Club, and Entertainment Tonight! Especially when “Straight Outta Compton” officially opens tomorrow!

@DaDreak (Twitter & IG) story begins A few months ago, when Da Dreak found himself in Dre’s studio, during a visit to California for his birthday. During this trip he found himself face to face with Dr. Dre inside Aftermath Studios. 

Born and raised in Dallas, Dreak, started rapping in high school. The beat making didn’t start until the late 1990s. Last March, Dreak met Denaun Porter at South by Southwest. Porter is well known for his work with D12. Porter’s no stranger to working with Dr. Dre and has produced songs for 50 Cent and Snoop Dogg. He also produced songs for Eminem and tours with the Shady/Aftermath artist as his hype man. 

According to the D.O., Dreak and Porter quickly started working together, meeting up in different cities to work on a beat kit and Royce Da 5’9’s next album, among other projects. In May, Dreak went to Los Angeles to celebrate his birthday and work with Porter. Porter took Dreak to Aftermath Studios, where he works as a producer for Aftermath Entertainment, Dre’s label.

When asked about his production style, Da Dreak says, “Either you were the hip-hop purist backpacker or you were the street.” From what I’ve heard of his tracks on Soundcloud, Da Dreak can touch all styles. Porter was immediately struck with Dreak’s production sound. “He has a little swing to his music,” Porter says. “He uses different chord progressions. With most people, you can tell what the next step is going to be. With him...I couldn’t tell what his next step was going to be. It’s not a traditional way of thinking.” Porter immediately wanted Dre to hear Dreak. He liked Dreak’s sound and noticed an attention to precision and detail that he thought Dre might appreciate. Porter isn’t in the habit of bringing people over to Aftermath. “But Dre’s like a brother to me and Dreak seemed really cool,” Porter says. Looking back, he was simply happy to bring new talent to Dre.

“I wasn’t expecting Dre to be there,” says Dreak. But Porter led him into the first control room and Dre was standing at the board. Da Dreak goes on to say of working with Dre, “You don’t want to say too much.” Even tho he doesn’t make it to the ‘Compton ‘ album, Dreak thinks of the possibilities, that the beats he worked on at Aftermath may be used on another project in the next couple years.” 

Read The Complete article on Dallasobserver.com

#LeslieMac

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Headlining House Of Blues... AV The Great

He's known as the "Man In Da City" who is  proud to say "I'm from Texas."  He rocks the crowd with his lyrical abilities on the mic... he is AV The Great! @avthegreat

The House Of Blues in Dallas, TX had 2 major acts last night! AV The Great headlined "Love 4 My City" and  Ghostface Killa and Raekwon were on the other stage; both shows reached maximum capacity in no time! It was truly epic!! 

AV gave us a 40 minute stellar performance of nonstop entertainment!  Some highlights, he performed #LOD, produced by Velly of Timbaland's camp, had his breakers on point with Ball 4Eva, and finished with his signature double fisted beers and raised middle fingers.  

As It has been said before, you better learn the hashtag "No Fake Hand Shakes."  Follow AV The Great to stay up on the major moves being made!  @AVtheGreat

@n_rotation #TheDJmag #WeBringIt2Ya

AV The Great....Man N Da City

He's the "man n da city" Catch @avthegreat tomorrow at #HOB. Full article http://bit.ly/AVnrom #WeBringIt2Ya #Salute

Jay-Z Hidden Track ... Vinyl Only!

The last release from Jay-Z came in the form of Magna Carta Holy Grail 2013. Well Vinyl lovers, there's a new surprise here now and it's coming with an even bigger surprise...A Jay Z hidden track. 

Third Man Records have rereleased MGHG album as a part of a double vinyl set and you can hear a never before released track from the album. Hidden away in the back cover of the sleeve is a post-card flexi-disc, which features the "super secret hidden track."

According to the ThirdManStore.com website, "Once freed of its casing, this flexi disc plays a super secret hidden track. You'll just have to hear it for yourself, because we sure don't plan to ruin the mystery of it here." The double LP is selling for a reasonable price point of $20 and is currently available for purchase on The website but I'm sure the song will eventually make its way to the Internet soon enough. Since n'Rotation is all about the DJs, I'm 100% sure I'll find this wax in my DJ friends crates. 

Diss Records 2015...

So I've been busy working with some of the best DJs in the world and I can't seem to move past this unnecessary beef between Meek Mills and Drake. With Drake's recent drop of 'Back To Back' (Meek Diss) that puts Meek 0-2. Memes have taken rap beef to a new level and really caused the fans to clearly choose a side. I'm not dissing Drakes Diss, but I have diss records that really make this confrontation sound minor. Check out my TOP 5 DISS TRACKS and the deadly bars. 

1.) Tupac - Hit Em Up (BIGGIE & Puff Diss)
Quotable Lyrics
"First off, f*ck your b**ch and the clique you claim/ Westside when we ride, come equipped with game/ You claim to be a player, but I f**cked your wife/We bust on Bad Boys, ni**as f*ked for life" 

2. Notorious BIG - Who Shot Ya (Tupac Diss) 

Quotable Lyrics
"Who shot ya? Separate the weak from the obsolete/ Hard to creep them Brooklyn streets/ It's on ni**a, f**k all that bickering beef/ I can hear sweat trickling down your cheek"

3.) Jay Z - Takeover (Nas & Mobb Deep Diss)

Quotable Lyrics
"You said you've been in this ten, I've been in it five, smarten up Nas/ Four albums in ten years ni**a? I could divide/ That's one every two, two of them sh*ts was due/ One was 'nah', the other was Illmatic"

4.) Nas - Ether (Jay Z Diss)
Quotable Lyrics
"When these streets keep calling, heard it when I was sleep/ That this Gay-Z and C*ck-A-Fella Records wanted beef/ Started c*cking up my weapon, slowly loading up this ammo/ To explode it on a camel and his soldiers"

5.) Ice Cube - No Vaseline (N.W.A former members Diss)
Quotable Lyrics
"The Ni**as With Attitudes? Who ya'll fooling!/ Ya'll ni**as just phony/ I put that on my mama and my dead homies/ Yella boys on your team, so you're losing/ Ay yo Dre, stick to producing"

#LeslieMac

Vivian Green's Interview w/ n'Rotation The DJ Magazine

n'Rotation The DJ Magazine had the honor of the exclusive interview with Vivian Green during the Texas Entertainment Summit.  She spoke about the release of her new album, Vivid, as well as the current state of R&B.  Be sure to get your copy of Vivid....it's dropping August 7th.  

Top 10 Mixtape Reviews 7.23.15

1. Snow Tha Product is one of the most talked female MCs on the underground scene, and she’s definitely making noise with industry reps. “The Rest Comes Later,” is a 15-track mixtape with all new music from Snow, and will leaving you scratching your head and wondering #DaFuck is taking so long for the industry to sign this Beast!

2. If Drake isn't writing these bars, he sure is performing them with Drake-like precision. Either way, our neighbor from the north is here to stay! 18 tracks of top notch lyrics and features is all you need to over shadow the umm unexpected beef. Hmm I see Kanye, Wayne and Eminem laying down verses...#DaFuck is all the noise for #MeekMill?

3. On Verse Simmonds installment of FYF (F*ck Your Feelings 3), you here a diverse mixture from Jeremih to Fetty Wap. You won't skip a track, but if you do you'll land on something else that will pull you in even deeper. Gucci Mane, DJ Khaled, Lil Wayne & Chris Brown also went into the studio to show some support. Yep...Download! 

4. Master P position as the General will never be challenged. His Luciano Family artists, TEC, Maine Musik, Ace B and Eastwood are well worth the listen. P drops some bars on this mixtape and a slew of other soldiers join in to complete the Money Mafia Master Piece. Download the 24 tracks and get familiar with the Fam.

5. What's in a name? Rich Homie Quan and DJ Jazz don't waste any time in answering the age old question. Quan's voice shuts down any skepticism and continues to push his "I Am Rich," brand to more households/mobile devices throughout the world. Lil Mook, Offset, and Reese step up and show out as well. 

6. Download Lil Reese's new mixtape "Supa Savage 2"! This long-awaited project is 15 tracks deep and features production by hitmakers London On Da Track, Will A Fool, Chief Keef, DJ L, and many more. If you're familiar with the 2013 "Supa Savage” release, you'll love this and keep it on blast!

7. Laced with 14 tracks, "Trapology" is the follow up to King Gucci and features guest appearances from Fetty Wap, Jadakiss, Young Dolph, Lil Reese, Snoop Dogg, Young Scooter, Riff Raff, and many more. And your ears will be blessed by the production sounds of Mike Will Made It, TM88, 808 Mafia, Southside, KE On The Track, and more.

8. Alley Boys, "Definition Of Fuck Shit 3," is finally here. His Duct Tape ENT Label mate trouble joins in on the rhyme fest along with Master P, Al-Doe, Yung Gwapa and more.  Producers Zaytoven, Will A Fool, Chefry Kitchen, Ed Keels set the tempo for this amazing product. 

9. Problem has brought back his Mollywood series. This is just part 1 of Mollywood 3, which is a two-disc mixtape. Welcome to Mollywood 2, dropped in 2012 and it's definitely overdue. The Relapse (Side A) is packed with 18 tracks, production from Problem himself, Salva, League of Starz, Authentic, Qwest and a few others. Problem is well worth the listen and the download.

10.  S/O to DJ Kurupt and his Street Corner Gangstas Summer 2K15 mixtape series. The usual mixtape suspects may be featured on here but the DJ gives his own great mix. Future Feat. Drake, Meek Mills, Rico Richie Feat. Young Thug and Chedda Da Connect have all contributed to this pot of music gumbo.

Top 10 Track Reviews 7.21.15

@youngthug and @mikewill #iNeedChickens is an unfinished track released by someone allegedly connected to Mike Will's camp. I'll post this because, Will and Thugga have been cooking up something for a while and I like the sample. 
http://hiphopdx.com/singles/id.31303/title.young-thug-i-need-chickens-prod-mike-will-made-it

@mitchelle @tip @bigkrit - #SpiIllinDrank is Remix produced by Lil C for Mitchelle'l. She is joined by the souths biggest representatives T.I. and Big K.R.I.T. If you don't play this at the appropriate time, shame on you...Pour Up! ;)
http://hiphopdx.com/singles/id.31302/title.mitchellel-f-t-i-big-k-r-i-t-spillin-drank-remix

@djoshkosh @fatkidsbrotha @key - #Revolution Salute to my DJs and to the ones who are making their mark releasing singles...thank you for increasing your relevance and displaying your creative taste. DJ Osh Kosh collaboration,“Revolution,” features Key! and FatKidsBrotha from the Two-9 collective Mixtape.
http://hiphopdx.com/singles/id.31301/title.dj-osh-kosh-f-fatkidsbrotha-key-revolution

@joebudden - #broke is an emotional tracked produced by the famed Louis Bell. The female lead on this track is a great compliment to Budden's smooth flow. The Slaughterhouse member and reality television star has a fourth album scheduled for release on October 9, via eOne.
http://www.djbooth.net/index/mobile/track/07205-joe-budden-broke

@scoopdeville @demrick @paulwallbaby - #KushCloud is the lead single off the 10-track collaboration by Demrick and Scoop DeVille. Loud Pack: Extracts, is their second project and if you're familiar with duo, I'm sure you've been feenin for something from them. Kush Cloud, features a guest spot from Paul Wall. #BOLO for this project On August 14.
http://www.djbooth.net/index/mobile/track/07175-scoop-deville-demrick-kush-cloud-paul-wall

@ericksermon @methodman @redman - #Clutch is that gem that every hiphop head will blast...I know I am. Erick Sermon screams Death Squad in his bars of Clutch. Sermon, not only produced this banger, but he turns to Method Man and Redman for the lead single off his forthcoming album E.S.P., due out August 28.
http://www.djbooth.net/index/mobile/track/07205-erick-sermon-clutch-method-man-redman

@horseshoegang @royceda59 - #FOE was spilled to the DFW market when Royce graced the metroplex with his presence. F.O.E (Family Over Everything), is from Horseshoe Gang, a four man rap group from Long Beach, California. This heat comes with additional fire from Royce Da 5’9 and the production style of Jonathan Elkaer and Tabu.
http://www.djbooth.net/index/mobile/track/07205-horseshoe-gang-family-over-everything-royce-da-59

@timeizmoney - #OnlyYou is the debut single from the duo Time Iz Money. Produced by Omito, this track sounds as if it should've been included in the 2015 cult classic movie "Dope." This feels like ‘90s hip-hop, and is featured on the groups upcoming project, Suicide Kings, scheduled for release in August.
http://www.djbooth.net/index/mobile/track/07205-time-iz-money-only-you

@runthejewels @boots - #Meowrly is kind of a strange but damn good single. It's actually a remix featuring and produced by BOOTS, which is the first taste of the upcoming Meow The Jewels album. El-P and Killer Mike debuted Meowrly, is made up of nothing but cat sounds...Yep! 
http://www.djbooth.net/index/mobile/track/07205-meow-the-jewels-meowrly-boots

@majorlazer @tydollasign - #LeanOn is a remix from Major Lazer Lean On (Remixes) EP project. The project itself features six remixed versions. This remix version has been unleashed, featuring Ty Dolla $ign, but did not make the cut. Some say it's the best version of the song.

http://www.djbooth.net/index/mobile/track/07175-major-lazer-lean-on-remix-ty-dolla-sign

Track Reviews 7.14.15

@meekmill @drake - #RICO

Meek Mill's Dreams Worth More Than Money dropped a little ahead of schedule and with it came "R.I.C.O." Drake. I was kind of shocked when, "All Eyes On You" feat. Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown wasn't labeled the official single. The Nicki-Meek vibe would be perfect seeing that they just performed together on the BET awards. This is Drake's second feature of the week, he recently appeared on The Game's "100." "R.I.C.O." This is a different type of tempo for Meek Mill, but he rides the beat hard as he normally does.

Who had the better verse, Meek or Drizzy?

@iamdiddy @pharrell - #FinnaGetLoose

As Bad Boy Records turns 20, their material is as fresh as it was when Craig Mac dropped Mad Flava In Your Ear. This will be a club Banger for a long time! Real good, feel good track…This one will defiantly be a “clear the dance,” floor type track. 

@therealbanner @bigkrit - #MyUZi

Dope Production is an understatement! If you put 2 of the souths most lyrical artists on a track like this…You get the sound that makes you want to roll one and ride out through the city…

@djself #MenaceCowwabang - #iGotTheJuice

DJ Self and Menace Cowwbang put together on of those, "Turnt Up" tracks with this one! If you have to get out that funk and get to the money, look no further. Self produced this himself.  DJs are pumping out their own hits and this is one more to add to the list.

@djchose ft. #MCBeezy - #EverywhereIGo

Think It's A Game & Brook Gang Music has some HEAT with DJ Chose “Everywhere I Go” featuring MC Beezy. Not since the days of DJs such as Dr. Dre and Quik has the production pool been filled with mixmasters and beat droppers. The Breezy bars will keep you well aware of his street cred. Definitely a BANGER!

@chevywoods @dejloaf - #AllSaidAndDone

From the moment that you hear Dej Loaf lace this hook, you know its going to be another banger. Chevy Woods “30 Deep” single was only the introduction to what is now one of the hottest on the rise. 

@migos - #PipeItUp 

Sitting on the DJ conference call we all are in agreement that the Migos keep coming with the hits. Produced by Metro Boomin, “Pipe It Up" will have you on 'silent mode' if you ever questioned the Migos. 

@ieshiameshyll @snoopdogg - #Jam

"Jam," is Summer Heat for the ladies and it's a club joint that'll have your VIP section on its feet. A very smart track for DJs to spin. Oh let's not forget, Snoop. He compliments Iesha’s cool flow. 

@iamjmusiq - #CaliforniaDreamin

Produced by DFree, "California Dreamin" ain't your typical down south stripper track, it will have the ladies doing 'right-cheek-left-cheek' all night. With his West coast vibe JMusiq is sure to be one to look out for. Put n'Rotation and just watch that ass go!

@iamcalvin - #BeforeThisMomentLeaves

This is pure talent from an unrated artist. You will be moved, and not just on the dance floor. It's not often R&B breaks through the barriers, especially the soulful ballads. "Before This Moment Leaves" is that song. Be on the look out for more from this R&B crooner. 

Top 10 Track Reviews! 7.8.15

GhostfaceKillah AdrianYounge ft. @raekwon @bilal - #ResurrectionMorning

Ghostface is launching his second album with Adrian Younge from their "12 Reasons To Die" series on July 10. If the album is a reflection of the single…Its definitely going to be a hit! 

@eminem @gwenstefani - #KingsNeverDie

Eminem laces the Southpaw soundtrack one again with this new joint "Kings Never Die" where he brings along Gwen Stefani for the ride. Two releases from this soundtrack…Left-Right!

@iamsu ft. @dejloaf @kcamp427 - #Famous

IAMSU gets us ready with his hit single “Famous." The single features, DeJ Loaf & K.Camp and it puts me on the edge of my seat for the "KILT 3” album.

GangstaBoo @beatkingkong - #KillBitches

Check out Gangsta Boo's new track "Kill Bitches.” This is just one of the many bangers on her upcoming "Candy, Diamonds & Pills" project. "Kill Bitches,” is produced by Houston's own BeatKing.

@djholiday @problem @frenchmontana @wale - #LetMeAtEm

DJ Holiday recruits Problem, French Montana, and Wale for his latest single "Let Me At Em" from his upcoming "God Bless the Mixtape" project. You gotta #SaluteTheDJ for this one. It's one of the best mixtape albums of the year thus far. 

@bjthechicagokid ft. @ogmaco - #ThatGirl

BJ THE CHICAGO KID and OG MACO delivers a instant classic with “That Girl.” BJ is incredible on this one and his label Motown has my vote for this to be my summer anthem. Most definitely staying in n’Rotation.

@liltunechi ft. #CharliePuth - #NothingButTrouble

The LIL WAYNE and CHARLIE PUTH track, “Nothing But Trouble” doesn't need any help. You really cant lose with Wayne. And Charlie Puth’s voice lets you know he will be around.

@husaholic_1008 @djtrickyb - #Numb3rs

OKay “Lets talk ‘NUMBER$.’” DJ Tricky B features Holic on his NUMB3R$ track. It is all day motivation that should drive you to do the damn thang! Look for the “Its A Cold Game But Fair,” album. 

@avthegreat @timbaland @velly30 - #LOD

AV The Great is not next, he is NOW! Fox’s ‘Empire’ music director, Timbaland puts his stamp on Dentons own “Man in the City!”

@talibkweli @common @kanyewest @itsthecons - #WackNiggaz

Just released today! None of us saw this coming! Talib Kweli has just released a brand new album worth of rarities, B-sides "Train of Thought: Lost Lyrics. Wack Niggaz feat. Common, Kanye West & Consequence and produced by Kanye West. The LP can now be purchased online via Kweli’s website. Features consist of:  Common, Kanye West, Consequence, Yasiin Bey (F/K/A Mos Def), DJ Quik, Hi Tek, Killer Mike, and Dave West.

Mixtape Review 7.7.15

DJ Mike Mars The Street Politician & DJ Chill Will bring you "Just Landed 7." Cool America host the 7th installment in the JL series which features: Scotty ATL, Yo Gotti, Beatking and many more. Don't hesitate, download it now!

Well the "I'm That Ni**a," mixtape has an all star track list featuring great artist, but on this one we pay attention to the production styles of, Tre Trax, Inomek in the Kitchen, Bobby Kritical and DJ Spinz. It's 32 tracks of heat produced by some of the best in the game. 

"Open Bar 2" is wide open. DJs; Tephlon, Mook, Ace, and Esudd serves the top shelf from Cap 1 on this one. Put it n'Rotation and ride out to this. 

Audio Molly 4 (Hosted By Project Pat) is brought to you by 3rdy Baby The DJ. The follow up to Audio Molly 3 features; Fetty Wap, Rick Ross, Chief Keef and a track produced by Kanye West that's been laced with bars by Tyga and A.E.

Uploaded on 7/06 the "Young Thug Barter 6 (Chopped Not Slopped)," mixtape turns the most anticipated mixtape of the year into one of the most downloaded chopped file in a day. S/O to DJs; Slim K, OG Ron C, and the ChopStars!

Yep we all want the next Lil Tunechi album to drop, but the powers that be keeps us in limbo. Fortunately NoDJ keeps the balance with the 4th of July release of Lil Wayne's FWA (Free Weezy Album)

DJ Carisma hosts Zairrion's October 8th mixtape. From the opening track "Unsigned Hype" to the closer track "H.U.D.S. (Heads Up Don't Stop)," this L.A. Artist is throwing up a "W" (win) on every track. 

DJ New Era is brings his skills and his "Fitted Cap Low" brand to Birmingham's own 4-Way LMG mixtape "On IV." Jac Trip, J-Lew and JukeHeisman are just a few of the names off of this July 4th release. Keep'em on your radar. 

The Glory is packed with your favorite artist and brought to you by DJ Plugg, DJ Schoolboy and Guy ATL. The Tony Tone featuring Fetty Wap track "Activated" is an exclusive and will be your turn-up song. 

Audiophile's XXL Summer Compilation is for all my Club Heads! Aaron Jackson, M.O.B., Intermodal combines their individual creative styles. Pop you one 😉and dance!

Track Review 6.30.15

Bad Boys @frenchmontana releases #OffTheRip. This single is fueled by street legend N.O.R.E. and Chinx (R.I.P.). Montana performed the single at this years BET awards.

https://soundcloud.com/djfunkflexapp/french-montana-ft-chinx-nore-off-the-rip 

@augustalsina #HipHop is what it is....Hip Hop. The world premiere came at the BET awards and in 90s fashion, hands were in the air, chanting right along with hook..."Hip Hop!" You'll put this on repeat. http://www.audiomack.com/song/august-alsina/hip-hop-dirty-1  

@bigsean and @jhaneaiko team up for #iKnow. Thank you Sean for putting one of the best female R & B singers on this hit. https://soundcloud.com/childishgang/big-sean-i-know-ft-jhene-aiko-dark-sky-paradise 

@bilal @kendricklamar #MoneyOverLove! How can you not listen to this 3 or 4 times in a row will be a mystery. The crooner and the lyricist back each other up on this street tale. You can sit back and and cruise the streets to this one. http://virdiko.com/album/money-over-love 

@janetjackson - #NoSleep is the welcome back single for Ms. Jackson, and it was worth the wait. To all of my iOS users, update and #Connect with Ms. Jackson and get a peek into the creative world of a Jackson icon. http://virdiko.com/album/no-sleeep 

@officialjaheim single #BackInMyArms, let's you know Jaheim is 'Still Ghetto.' Fellas roll up the window and learn the words to this one, just in case you find yourself in that position to get that relationship 'Back Tight.' http://virdiko.com/album/back-in-my-arms 

#Anything by @natashamosley is on the top 10 bubbling under tracks with a lot of my music blog colleagues. A sexy voice and a sexy look completes the full package of her #RoseHall album. http://virdiko.com/album/anything-1 

@avantmusic #Special single is well overdue. We are getting blessed with this one. Avant’s return is seamless. He doesn't miss a beat with "Special." The buzz around the music blogsphere is, "Download Avant!" http://virdiko.com/album/special-1 

@meekmill @nickiminaj @chrisbrown #AllEyesOnYou is one you will hear a lot. This is the first time that Meek Mills and Nicki have put their relationship on blast...well on a track that is. The trio most definitely drop a historic track. http://virdiko.com/album/all-eyes-on-you 

@traviscott brings out 2 ATLeians @future1 and @2chainz for his #3500 track. This is a top 10 for a reason and Power 106s @EricDLux has put a Trap remix to this and justice is done. Check out the video and then bounce out to DJ City's remix. #TheDJmag #1DJmag #1musicBlog 

https://youtu.be/zzdDJ71lxPg 

Top 10 Mixtape Reviews 6.24.15

@triggadadj @djlogangarrett @djbenfrank - #ProductOfTennessee4 Should become a mixtape series. From Juicy J to Young Buck and everything in between, I get why this hotbed of hip hop has and will always be here twisting up the genre and giving it a flavor that'll be craved globally. 

http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34725/product-of-tennessee-4.html

@mixxmobbradio @chilligrindwill @frenchiebsm - #MixxMobbRadio28 is a strong mixtape series that takes the "in the lab" tracks to the street. B.O.B. And Chanel West Coast (Yung Money) join up with Frenchie on the 1st track to let you know that Mixx Mobb Radio is here to stay. 

http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34704/mixxmobb-radio-28.html

@therealdjnewera is definitely a force to be reckoned with. You ask about Alabama music...here's the DJ to let you know Bama is on point and in many ways ahead of the curve. n'Rotation stamps this one Hard. @BobbyV host this banger and you will be ready for the 14th installment like you're waiting for the sequel to your favorite movie franchise. Check out   - #MoodMusiq13 on Live Mixtape now.

http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34674/mood-musiq-13.html

@dj_hard_hitta - #RespectTheDJ3...That's all that needs to be said. 23 tracks is not enough! We want more! If Boosie Badazz "Black Heaven" featuring Keisha Cole and J Cole, doesn't get you to respect the DJ...get off my blog! http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34659/respect-the-dj-3.html

@posterchildj1 @ludacris @amberpriddy - #RedZone12 If this is the Red Zone...The score will melt the wires of your headphones. Atlanta stands up on this one. Migos, K-Camp and Rich Gang artist are just a few bringing the heat. 

http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34684/red-zone-12.html

@djsmoothmontana @djdiggz @djalamonj @djarabmixtapes @djwispas @sosdjseast - #WhoRunNewYork6 is testament to the streets of NY. Fat Joe, Fabolous, Uncle Murda and more of your favorites come put it down for their Burroughs. The 35 tracks reminds on this one reminds me of Krush Groove. 

http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34679/who-run-new-york-6.html

@trapaholics @trippdahitmajor - #TrippYouDidItAgain2 is a great follow up to #TrippYouDidIt #LiveMixtapes I thank you for the great app update, now I can rock the Trap-A-Holics offline.

http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34692/dj-tripp-da-hit-major-trippyoudiditagain-2.html

After a week of riding to @therealdjstatic #iCantThinkOfAMixtapeName, I agree. He didn't need to name this heat. Every track delivered! Put it n'Rotation

http://indy.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34712/i-cant-think-of-a-mixtape-name.html

You will want to personally thank @dj_tephlon & @young_lexicon for #DoYouHaveAPlan

This mixtape is slowly growing on tastemakers. The "Here I Am" video gives you a preview into the quality of this project. http://indy.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34707/young-lexicon-do-you-have-a-plan.html

@wegotthiscrew if you didnt like club music...this will have you changing your music listening likes.  #WeGotThisCompilation3

http://club.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/34670/we-got-this-compilation-3.html

@dr.13eight and @slimpolk dig through the crates to put together a track list full of unreleased bangers.  #SlimPolkChronicles

https://soundcloud.com/leslie-macevent/keep-it-real

Top 10 Tracks Review 6.23.15

@otgenasis brings us his hot single #DoIt featuring @liltunechi. This track is produced Mr. Hanky @AMrHanky and features a sample of Maxwells "A Woman's Worth." This trio has made one to put n'Rotation!

https://soundcloud.com/drakewide/ot-genasis-do-it-ft-lil-wayne

What can I say...@bankrollfresh @liltunechi @juviethegreat @hotboyturk - #HotBoyRemix. If I could repeat a track on the 10 next week..this one is it! n'Rotation 

https://soundcloud.com/bankroll-fresh/hot-boy-remix-ft-lil-wayne-juvenile-turk-prod-by-cassius-jay

@CamAndChina reached out to @DJmustard for the new independents ladies anthem #NADA. Fellas...these ladies aren't just throwing shade, the lyricism is worth the feature.

https://soundcloud.com/camandchina/nada-prod-by-dj-mustard

1738s on @fettywap gives us another street banger appropriately titled #Again. Yo DJS...This is one you need to put n'Rotation!

https://soundcloud.com/fettywap1738-zoo/fetty-wap-again

@50cent @jeremih @2chainz @tip drop a major collaboration with #GetLow! Click the link

http://virdiko.com/album/get-low-1 now go and share!

@droccc and #DRay do a strip club roll call on #ShakeIt. From H-Town to the ATL, DJ D-Rocc and D-Ray got the ones in the air. 

http://virdiko.com/album/shake-it-ft-d-ray

@versesimmonds lays it all out in his single #Situationships. I know the ladies will appreciate this Verses smooth voice, and the men will relate to the Situationships storyline. This is fresh out of my crate over at Virdiko  Listen Download and share! 

http://virdiko.com/album/situationships-1

#ForEverybody is a hot Colab with 3 of raps finest, @therealjuicyj @wizkhalifa and #RCity. This anti-hoe-cuffing song offers no apologies for snatching up another dudes "chick." You gonna love the hook to this one, "These Hoes...are for Everybody!"

http://virdiko.com/album/for-everybody-1

D-Roc lends his production talents to Jay Starr's album 'Certified King.' 

@jaystarr78 #OldSchoolChevy single, hits with all the right mixing ingredients. Pop the trunk of any ride equipped with a set of 12" woofers, and you got you a classic banger! http://virdiko.com/album/old-school-chevy

@yfnlucci - #KnowNoBetter is produced by J Caspersen. It definitely deserves its spot on the #MacAttack. Be sure to check out the video on Virdiko and put all these tracks n'Rotation!

http://virdiko.com/album/know-no-better

Operation Push That!

It was a great weekend for music lovers in Dallas. 97.9 The Beat brought its annual Dub Car Show to the Dallas Convention Center. There were 2 performance stages and of course the cars. This was the perfect opportunity to promote brands. From mainstream to the indie artist, the convention center was full of promotional products. BUT without question, music is mostly distributed through the World Wide Web and it’s pretty crowded out there. Big radio events are a great place for artist to touch the fans. In the digital era, artists need to have a strong World Wide Web presence. I have a list of proven sites that help you not only get that digital buzz growing, but connect you to fans globally. 

If you're not familiar with Instagram's @Music handle, you should follow it. IGs @music profile along with the Soundsapp which is powered by #Music, discovering new music will never be the same. Soundsapp lets music lovers and curators to share music from Soundcloud, Spotify, iTunes and even from your personal library on your phone. The app is also accessible through your mobile device keyboard making it easy to send music through text. 

But what about the DJs? The people who really connect the music to the fans. Well there's several distribution outlets that supplies music to the DJ, but there's one that prides itself on being the number 1 in global distribution and that's VirDiKO. The Virtual Distribution Kompany services DJs with music and increases the artist’s video visibility based on your distribution needs. VirDiKO's social media presence also gives artists music distribution a boost. Not only do they inform DJs through Twitter and Instagram accounts, they allow music listeners the chance to check out that new song before they hand over that 5 spot. 

And joining the party is iGotContent. iGotContent is a portal that works hand in hand with all the services and profiles previously listed. iGotContent is strictly a sharing service that post to the big 3 social media networks and Vine. They take submissions (iGotContent@gmail.com), but you'll have to stand out to get on their radar. 

The list of service providers and social media profiles are great platforms for artist projects and a great place for the fans to stay in the loop of their favorite artist. So take some time and hear something you've heard before and discover something you've never heard before.

#LeslieMac