Fall in review: My favorite tunes so far...

The end of the year 2010 is fast approaching and soon there will be a multitude of countdowns and top 10 lists and reviews of celebs who behaved like idiots. I doubt i'll remember much of the past year in enough detail to review it or reminisce, but i will try to recap the last few months' worth of my favorite music in a small post.

My top tunes for Summer and Fall 2010 in no particular order:

1) Go Dung and Big Hail - Di Hypa Dawg, Lil Rick (love the Go Dung Rain Mix especially)





2) Khago - Nah Sell Out pt 2. (It haaaaaard! Big hail to all my REAL friends.)



3) Roman's Revenge - Roman Zolanski f. Marshall Mathers (Eminem spaaaazzzed out. I'm not the biggest hip hop fan by any means but "quit hollering 'why god!' He aint got nothing to do with it...." Hm. Swizzy's beat was complimented nicely by these alter egos - what an odd pair.)




4) Everybody - Rupee (Just makes me feel nice... seriously.)

5) Any G.O.O.D. Music and G.O.O.D Friday release so far. Power (have you heard the remix where Yeezy had a bout of Tourettes at the end and said whatever came to his brain???) Monster, Runaway, So Appalled, Take One For the Team, Chain Heavy... I've loved Ye from way back, but this sh*t Right HEEEERE?? lol (Kat Williams reference... i miss that man's original material... Sigh.) 

6) Is This Love - Corinne Bailey Rae (I don't usually approve of Bob Marley covers, but i like this one.)




7) Paaaalaaaaaance! - JW and Blaze (No comments necessary. Dun know.)


8) Clarks - Vybz Kartel f. Popcaan and Gaza Slim (This is where the now-crazed greeting "Wha gwaaaan, PopCaaaaaaaaaaaan!" came from. Oh! If you haven't seen this viral vid by now, check it out. This is Orville Hall aka Jamaican Rude Boy performing a "Clarks Walk" demonstration...)




9) Miguel f. J. Cole - All I Want is You (Smooth. Really smooth.)

10) Rick Ross - B.M.F. f. Styles P. (As a friend once described this album, so shall i describe it here: Hip Hop served in a brandy glass and presented on a coaster.)


ENJOY!!

Biscuit!!! Rihanna: What's My Name f. Drake (Video); Jazmine Sullivan: 10 Seconds

YEAH.... I am FEELING this song very much! This is Rihanna's second single off of her upcoming album "Loud", due out November 16th. Thank you to Toronto's Aubrey Graham for lacing this record with a very sexy 16. Rih Rih? I need those knee highs and pumpum shorts in the worst way! Imagine me walking into a fete with that outfit on?? lol lol... Sigh, I wish.


This was a very entertaining video that was released for our viewing pleasure a few hours ago! Cutesy and sexy at the same time, Rihanna and Drake cuddle up on the couch with some white wine. Cut to Rihanna whining down on the street in her tights and heels... Wow. Additionally, I just didn't understand the drumming in the park under the red lights... Rihanna has her OWN red light district?? Ummmm.... Drake? I think your girlfriend's a hoe. Dump her. Immediately. You should have clued in when she was willing to mess with you in the dairy aisle of the corner store two minutes after meeting you.


Moving on...>>>




Jazmine Sullivan kills it again with her sultry and soulful vocals. I've been a fan ever since she broke out with her first solo debut single "Need U Bad" in mid 2008, with Missy and one of my all-time favorite producers, Salaam Remi, at the helm. "10 Seconds" is the first single off of her upcoming sophmore album, Love Me Back, due out November 30th, 2010.


Lesson from this vid? Don't ever cross a black woman, because she'll cut you... 


Oooops, well, not cut you, but she will bruise something.


Anyways, ENJOY!

BISCUIT!! Rick Ross, Jah Cure and Movado - Like I See It

It's unbeliveable... and yet here it is! Rozay is making the music that crosses all borders! No long talking!!! Here's the tune:



Enjoy!!

Best of... Series!!! 2010 COLLABORATIONS!

Ladies and gents, boys and girls, its the list that keeps on giving! I sat down and thought about the songs that came out this year and one trend caught my attention: BIG COLLABOS! You know, the ones that have you scratching your head and saying "What are these artists doing on the same record?" or "WOW! That's a stacked team!" Ok, maybe you don't say those things BUT the fact remains that 2010 has been a year of AWE-INSPIRING musical collaborations. There are more to come, I'm sure of it.


Check the list AFTER THE JUMP and please leave your comments! Which one is your favorite? Who had the best verse? Why aren't there any soca tunes? That is because those collaborations deserve a list all on their own. Soon come, don't worry.

CANADIAN Biscuit!!! CLASSIFIED - "OH ... CANADA"

I heard this song as my alarm was going off this morning!! I have to say, its nice to feel patriotic as i open my eyes :D This song starts off with the National Anthem!!! Fantastic!


For my readers who are unsure of who this Classified is, please, rest assured that i'm not advertising an advertisement lol. This is the name of a proud, Nova Scotian emcee who has been making beats and rhyming for many, MANY years. What I like about him is the way in which he presents himself as an emcee... Not so boastful like many other Canadian rappers, but humble and thoughtful with his rhymes. Check out his website to learn more about his music and where he's touring. Go support him and continue to support Canadian Hip Hop!





ENJOY!!

Biscuit!!! CHRIS BROWN "MATRIX"; "WAKE UP!" CONCERT LINK

OOOOOhhhhhhhh, Breezy is Back!! I thought Deuces was nice, but this tune is on the new-age RnB tip.


I pressed play and I was immediately transported back to last year's BET Awards, where Chris Brown wowed me and showed the world that he is an ENTERTAINER. This new single, "Matrix: 12 Strands," will be complimented by a video treatment that I will be on pins and needles to see. Kung Fu and Sci Fi in one music video is too much. Add in the fact that the proceeds for downloading this vid ($2.99) will go to Brown's nonprofit that develops youth who want to explore the arts, aka 'The Symphonic Love Foundation', we've got a philanthropic winner, people! Check the trailer just below:







In other news, I watched the stream of John Legend and the Roots Crew's "Wake Up" Concert! The gems were there, but a stand out performance had to have been Roots f. Legend and ESTELLE singing "You Got Me". I beamed from ear to ear. Classy, classic music. I love my RnB, so that was a treat to watch. If you want to catch the rebroadcast of Spike Lee's directorial treat, click this link (HURRY THOUGH, I'M NOT SURE HOW LONG THEY'LL REPEAT THIS SHOW!!): http://www.youtube.com/johnlegendvevo?feature=ticker

Enjoy!!

RIP: Lincoln Barrington Minott aka Sugar Minott

As we mourn the loss of foundation reggae singer, Sugar Minott, let's remember what he did for this music that we love. From his original selector days in Sound of Silence to forming Gathering of Youth Sound to forming the African Brothers with Tony Tuff and Derrick Howard to working with Coxson Dodd's Studio One. Sugar Minott's effect was, and is, the same: a resounding echo that calls for continued perfection of one's craft. 

Sugar Minott was an artist and has left us MUCH too soon.

In loving memory, here is a recording of the original Studio One 45 of "Vanity Part 1":

The Oasis sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Lincoln Barrington Minott. 

Rest in Peace.

Biscuit!!! VIDEO!!! WAYNE MARSHALL - MY HEART + RMX W. MOVADO

THIS WAS RELEASED VIA YOUTUBE THIS MORNING! 

MORE INFORMATION HERE! 

NO LONG TALKING!! STRAIGHT TO THE VIDEO!!!

ENJOY!!!

Biscuit!!! SPRAGGA BENZ – Red Dot Special (Rha-ta-ta-ta) ft. Swizz Beatz, Kardinal Offishall & Shabba Ranks

*INSERT CURLY AND TU LOX "SPRAGGA!" HERE!

I rarely wake up to good news, so when I saw that another Spragga Benz single dropped this morning, I was stoked!!! (Can I say "stoked" without being judged?? No? Well I don't care *indignant face*) Paired with Swizz Beatz (insert your own views here), Kardinal Offishall and SHABBA EFFIN RANKS, this is my new summer song!



Spragga's new album and documentary are called "Shotta Culture" and are expected to drop August 31, 2010. The first official single released was the title track "Shotta Culture", produced by one of my favorite musicians, Salaam Remi. The video, seen below, was directed by Ras Kassa (same person who directed Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley's "Welcome to Jamrock" video.) There is so much back story to this project and Spragga Benz will definitely be sharing his story once the documentary comes out. In an interview conducted last August, Spragga spoke to DancehallUSA.com about what to expect:




                                 ...."It’s a 90-minute documentary and I will be candidly talking about everything about Jamaica – gang violence, politics. We nah glamourise it but we a speak pon all these things[.]”




Spragga's son, Carlton Grant Jr., was killed in a shoot out with Jamaican police in 2008. While this project was being completed, Spragga felt the need to include elements of the aftermath of his son's death, including the court case, in the documentary: 




                                  ...."We want to include the trial. We want to put the full story in it. Show seh the law do its job, if it do it job[.]” 




This movie will be about Spragga's life and should feature many recognizable faces, such as Stephen Marley and Buju Banton. I can't wait!

Hit them with music, Rasta! Welcome back, Spragga!

Enjoy!!

Biscuit!!! WAYNE MARSHALL - MY HEART + RMX W. MOVADO

Now, I know that i'm going to be called "gay" for this post (Riley-reminiscent "that's gay") BUT I have to say that i'm a huge sucker for romance and lovey-dovey stuff. That's probably why I HAVE to post what i read on Miss British's blog tonight. For those who live under a rock, Reggae superstars Tami Chynn and Wayne Marshall were married on September 20, 2009. Their storied love is one for this generation and I, for one, am grateful to know that a young man and woman can find their way past all the bs and create a life together. Tami's wedding vows said it all: 

“You are my once-in-a-lifetime, my miracle. I love you straightforwardly, without complexities or pride; I love you because I know no other way than this, where I do not exist without you… so close that your hand on my chest is my hand. So close that when your eyes close, I fall asleep…”

This week's biscuit is like an alternate universe for this beautiful couple. This tune is tearing up radio waves and dance halls all over the world. It's called "My Heart" by Wayne Marshall and di tune maaaaaaad!!!

As a bonus, here's the REMIX featuring the Gully God, David Brooks aka Movado:



Enjoy!!!


PS: here's the music video for "Good Love" by Wayne Marshall with a cameo by Tami Chynn. If you wanna see what they're up to these days, follow them on Twitter: @tamichynn and @wayne_marshall. I love these two!

Riddim!!! COSA NOSTRA - PRODUCED BY WARD 21 - MIXED BY Pure Vybz

Ward 21’s latest riddim production is called the Cosa Nostra riddim, and it features the TNT Gang (Timberlee, Natalie Storm and Tifa) as well as Wayne Marshall, Agent Sasco (Assassin), Mr. Lexx, Da Professor, Ward 21, Chino, Gala P (Galaxy P) among others. Check it out, mixed by my good friend and talented mixologist (lol) Pure Vybz aka DJ Rolly:

Chune afta big chune!! I loooooove this riddim! Stands out for 2010. If you'd like to learn more about Pure Vybz, visit his FB page: 

http://www.facebook.com/PureVybzakaDJRolly

DOCUMENTARY!!! MTV's "Drake: Better than Good Enough"

*** Hello lovelies and lovers!! Been gone for a while but I had to re-evaluate what I wanted to do with my site. I've come up with a few ideas and I can't wait to share them with you all later on. For now, I'll start with my love for music industry-based documentaries. I'd like to begin the exposure with tonight's post. In brief, this is an hour-long documentary chronicling Drake's last few days on his "Away from Home" tour before the release of Thank Me Later. This aired on MTV on June 23rd, but I haven't watched this in full just yet.  As soon as I finish, I'll share my thoughts with you! Please enjoy!!  PS: please allow the vid to load or finish buffering, there's a lot of traffic watching the same thing. Please be patient :) ***

PART I:

PART II:

PART III:

DELETED SCENE: BEHIND THE SCENES OF RECORDING SESSION FOR "FIREWORKS"

* courtesy of Pinboardblog.com and mrworldpremiere.net*

Biscuit!!! COLLIE BUDDZ - COME DOWN

I was on the train heading TO work just as Mr. Collie Collie let loose about the new single dropping! I had to wait sooooo long just to hear it! This tune is too sweet for me to describe as I am a sucker for this man's voice. If you are on Twitter and would like to get the heads up on Collie Buddz upcoming album release, follow @colliebuddz. I did.

DOWNLOAD: Collie Buddz - Come Down

Enjoy!!!

Preview!! SWIZZ BEATZ & BUSTA RHYMES - WAIT (I DON'T WANNA HURT NOBODY) - IRON MAN 2 OST?

Just released via Twitter this morning!! Swizzy and Busta Rhymes collaborated to bring you a bona-fide summer blockbuster for your eardrums lolololol!!




Enjoy!!

Toronto Talent!!! VYBZ KARTEL - TEK BUDDY 2010 (JESTERDAMUS REMIX)

[photo from thisisjester.com]

Here come's the brand new flava in ya ear!!! LOL Yeah, I'm old school like that! Now, if you are looking at the person in the photo above and you don't recognize him, SHAME! Shame on you for admitting that you don't know him. Now that I've shamed you, i'll continue with the presentation ;o)

This is Toronto's Jester, and as he's been branded by the populous, he's NOT A JOKE.  This man is a beast on the one's and two's, spinning everything under the sun and making it work. Reggae, Soca, House, Hip-Hop and R&B are just some of the specialties dished out to the masses. His latest creation is fresh from the lab "....after months of tweeking," according to his blog thisisjester.com. Taking the infamous Kartel song "Tek Buddy" and mashing it up with an electro loop, Jester elevates his talent yet again.

You can hear Jester on University of Toronto's CIUT 89.5fm every Thursday morning from 5:30-8am (Worldwide Wake Up Show) and occasionally on Toronto's Flow 93.5fm.

Keep reppin the Dot, Jester! Always stay true to your craft and to the music! I salute you :o)

DOWNLOAD: Vybz Kartel - Tek Buddy 2010 (Jesterdamus Remix)

Enjoy!!!

Biscuit!!! GYPTIAN - HOLD YUH & RICKY BLAZE - JUST YOU AND I; DREAMLAND F. KARDINAL OFFISHALL

We all know this song by now, but I have to post it because my site feels so empty WITHOUT it!! lol lol Everytime I hear it, i get the goose pimples!!! Let the tune play!!

Now - Ricky Blaze. Who amongst you actually know who this kid is?? I was hearing bits and pieces, but I wasn't satisfied with that. I went searching for more information on the worldwide web. I came across his myspace page that kind of sums up his rise to glory in Brooklyn, and over the globe: http://www.myspace.com/rickyblaze1997.

I am officially a fan! I know that autotune is played out, but I can't blame Blaze for utilizing it in his records. His production is fun, and reflects the need for more playfulness in music, especially for the kids who listen to those records on the streets of Brooklyn, New York. His latest single, "Just You and I" pulls at my heart strings even though i'm a jaded, 25 year old woman who sometimes has a hard time believing in young love.




***I have this one on repeat right now. I know, I jumped on the wagon really late, but i'm glad the cart came around to pick me up!! This tune is really nice...I know that there's a better word but for now i'll use "nice" (just consider the fact that "nice" was used to describe Michael Jordan's basketball skills back in the day. Now you know what I mean.) Here's another gem that I heard and just had to share with y'all, featuring Toronto's own Kardinal Offishall:




Enjoy!!!

Biscuit!!! MR. EVIL - TRANSFORMER

This man is a chameleon. Straight up. He murdered this riddim... just listen *sigh*....


Dr. Evil - Transformer by The Oasis

ENJOY!!!

Performance!!! INTERNATIONAL SOCA MONARCH FINALISTS - 2K10

I absolutely, positively, 100% love soca.
Any of my friends who have attended a fete with me KNOW THIS.

I watched these videos and I was transported to Queens Park Oval! I know that envy is a dastardly sin, but I just couldn't help but feel so jealous of all those who watched JW and Blaze win Power Monarch this year!

Let's warm up for Caribana now, in the words of Mr. Lex... "Breeeeath, Streeeeeeetch!!!!"

First, Shurwayne Winchester with "Murdah":



Now, burn off those extra pounds with JW and Blaze's "PALAAAAAANCE!"


Enjoy!!!!

News!!! UPDATE ON BUJU BANTON!

One day, the truth will be revealed. In the meantime, all we can do is wish Buju Banton health and strength. As it stands right now, Buju's trial has been set for April 19th, 2010 in the state of Florida. Concerns right now surround his access to a proper diet and his subsequent weight loss (approximately 40lbs) while in prison. It is alleged that Buju was redirected to a maximum security lockup since he was incarcerated in December 2009. According to an article published in the Gleaner, Buju's lawyer, David Markus, is now filing for bail! The conditions in prison have become so harmful for his client that he'd rather have Buju in an immigration facility instead of county jail.

Check out the article here.

I also found out that there was an interview with Buju, from prison, on Irie.fm (aired March 18th, 2010.) This interview was very short, and Buju was not able to comment on too much, but he sounded strong...:

Buju Banton - Live from Jail Interview by madaroad.com

Finally, a collection of tribute songs to Gargamel by some heavy hitters in reggae!

Free Buju Banton: Tribute by a fraternity of reggae artists  by  TheOasis

ENJOY, and don't be afraid to do your own research!! The news is out there, but you have to check your sources.

Biscuit!!! RIHANNA F. AGENT SASCO - RUDE BOY (REMIX)

CHECK CHECK CHECK CHECK CHECK!!!!! It's another on, ladies and gentlemen!!

I am a huuuuuge Assassin fan, so this made my day!! Sasco remixed Ri-Ri's "Rude Boy" and it's gorgeous, just like him!!!

Rihanna and assassin - rude boy (remix)  by  TheOasis


ENJOY!!

Biscuit!!! DING DONG - HOLIDAY (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

WINTER IS ALMOST DONE!! I can't wait to shed that Canada Goose for good and SKIP to my Lou with Ding Dong!!! Dancers, get ready to come out in force because he'll be in the Dot for Spex's birthday bash, "Skip to My Luu," on March 26th, 2010 at Guvernment!

A video will have to suffice! This track always gets me in the mood, and now there's a video for it!

Check it in HD:

Enjoy!!!

Toronto Talent!!! J. STAFFZ - CAN'T SAY NO F. ASHLEY DE CARVALHO AND DREW JAMES

One of my focuses for this site is to highlight Toronto's upcoming talent. Here is a man out of Brampton, Ontario who is moving towards the light - J. Staffz.

Visit his site if you want more info: ProducedbyJStaffz.com


J. Staffz - Cant Say No Feat. Ashley De Carvalho and Drew James  by  The Oasis


Enjoy!!!

New Biscuit!! NAPPY ROOTS - IN MY HOMETOWN F. ADELE

Ok Oasis Dwellers,

The latest leak from Nappy Roots just MIGHT NOT be from their upcoming release "Pursuit of Nappyness," but it's still an amazing track. I am a sucker for samples, so when I heard that Adele's glorious record "Hometown Glory" was being used, I jumped right on board!

Nappy Roots - In My Hometown  by  The Oasis

Enjoy!!!

TWIN OF TWINS KILL ME!! PEEP THIS INTERVIEW!!

Happy February, Oasis dwelllers!!

The snow is falling like crazy outside, so i'm stuck indoors and enjoying the Olympics. I haven't posted much in the past few weeks and I apologize for that!! I have actually been working on a new project for this site and I really hope you will like it!!!


For now, I'll post an interview that I saw on Youtube today. Curly Lox and Tu-Lox, also known as Patrick and Paul Gaynor, chat with DancehallConnect.com and FamousPeopleTV. It's in three parts, each part covering the current state of the Jamaican music industry (through their eyes).


The fourth video is actually a new single from Twin of Twins called "Mix Up."  LISTEN TO THESE LYRICS!!!  I Died!!!!


Enjoy!!!

FIRE!!! Living Proof!!! FIRE!!! Chosen!!!

**Before you, my valued reader, begin to go through today's post, please understand the following: This is an independent review. I am in no way affiliated with Living Proof Enterprises. If you have any questions or would like to get more information about this artist, please visit Living Proof Enterprises. Thank you.**

Yes Yes Y'all!!


Last month, I previewed the upcoming debut music video from Living Proof Enterprises' Jah Chosen. Well today, I am happy to post the premiere of Jah Chosen's "Fire," directed by L and G Films. Enjoy!!!

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:::LIVING PROOF RADIO, launching in 2010:::

Here is a press release from LV Proof Enterprises regarding the upcoming Living Proof Radio show:

      LIVING PROOF RADIO IS BACK for 2010 on FUSIONRADIO.CA

(Scarborough, Ont.) January 5th, 2010 - Living Proof Enterprises and your host LRaspy with Living Proof      Radio are back in full swing for a new year on the air, but this time on FUSIONRADIO.CA. Get ready for a jam packed full hour with the hottest newest music, the best in Canadian Content, news, gossip, you're favorite restaurants and events in the city, and fashion news EVERY week! You can catch the show every Tuesday from 8pm-9pm on a live stream on www.fusionradio.ca. The first show of 2010 will begin next Tuesday, January 12th at 8pm. You don't want to miss it!

Remember if you're an aspiring artist please send all your tracks to info@lvproof.com to play the top 3 CANCON songs for the hour!

For more information on Living Proof Radio check out: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=142567840491&ref=ts