ADaD Wins Rhymefest's "Give it to me contest"

Rhymefest Picks A Winner of The "Give It To Me" Contest from Ruby Hornet on Vimeo.

It has just been announced that Chicago rapper ADaD has won Rhymefest's ““Give It To Me” Contest.
RubyHornet teamed up with Grammy Award winning rapper Rhymefest and dNBE Entertainment to offer independent artists a chance to appear on Fest's forthcoming album, El Che. The track up for grabs is entitled "Give It To Me" and is produced by Scram Jones. Also featured on the track is rapper Saigon

RubyHornet.com stated: "Not only is Rhymefest giving one undiscovered talent the opportunity to be featured on an epic album, he is also hoping to launch the career of a new dynamic voice in Hip Hop. The winning contestant will not only be featured on the digital version of the single, but will also appear in the video for the song when it debuts.”

“ADaD is a great choice for "Give It To Me". Says Ruby Hornet's founder and Editor in Cheif DJ RTC. "Going through the entries was
not an easy thing, and there were many solid ones. There were also a lot of not very good ones. Rhymefest set a tone and theme for the song, and ADaD not only stuck to it, but he brought something new with his verse. Based on the previous works from ADaD, I'm not really surprised at all that he turned in the winning entry. ADaD is that dope”

DJ RTC isn't the only one who feels this way. ADaD has been getting a lot of attention recently for being picked as one of URB Magazine's 25 fastest emerging artists in their 25 NOW! Issue: http://www.urb.com/2009/11/08/25now .
Producer Exile has chosen ADaD to be the next MC he champions. ADaD and Exile are currently working on a full length together to be released earl 2010.
San Francisco based label Frite Nite will be releasing 2 songs from ADaD alongside producers: Low Limit of Lazer Sword and Salva in the beginning of 2010.
All Natural inc. will also be releasing an album with ADaD's side project Eulorhythmics February 2010


A direct link to the Rubyhornet.com announcement:

http://rubyhornet.com/index.php?option=com_content&view= ...


Listen to ADaD here: http://soundcloud.com/madadam/

WES RESTLESS vs. KID PLANET (The Full Album is Here....Free)

We present to you: “Wes Restless vs. Kid Planet” – Twelve songs hand-crafted by friends and musical colleagues Wes Restless (Vocalist/Producer) & Kid Planet (MC/Producer/Keyboardist). While drawing from a worldwide array of musical styles, the sound is rooted in the music we both came up on…hip-hop. Experimenting with new production techniques and unorthodox songwriting concepts, we had a lot of fun making the album and we hope that you enjoy it. You can download the album here completely FREE, and if you enjoy the music and support the art, please click the “donate” button and give what you can.

Much love,

Wes Restless & Kid Planet

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE ALBUM FOR FREE!!!

ADaD Invades L.A. - VIDEO - Exile, U-N-I

From Ruby Hornet:

"ADaD is just racking them up. The Chicago emcee was named to URB's 25 Now, had an interesting Taco lunch and is currently working on a full length album with L.A.'s Exile. ADaD made a trip out to the Sunshine state early last month to start the project, and he took the RH cam with him (shouts to Adam Leaders). Hit the jump to see ADaD's trip to L.A. in its fully glory in a piece we call "ADaD Invades L.A.", with guest appearances from Exile, and our good friends in U-N-I as well."

RH TV: Adad Invades L.A. from Ruby Hornet on Vimeo.

ADaD featured in URB Magazine's 25 NOW!

Hope all is well, I wanted to share some great news with you:

ADaD along with All natural's Rita J are both featured in URB Magazine's 25 NOW! which highlights the top 25 emerging artists at the moment.
Its good to see talented Chicago artists getting the credit they deserve.
This is big news folks, more to come.

Here is the link to the digital issue:
http://www.urb.com/2009/11/11/25-now/

Please leave a comment to show your support.

Video - ADaD and Exile in L.A

Got a really entertaining video/interview our good friend “The Urban Nomad” (Jeremiah Alexis) shot while ADaD and Exile were performing in Santa Monica a couple weeks ago.
Jeremiah and ADaD discuss: annoying bouncers, Fruit Of The Loom, a short piece intitled “Please Leave Now!” and getting kicked out of the venue they were performing at, for allegedly smoking a substance out of an apple. Allegedly...

Also… Exile and ADaD perform “The Longest Bar” and “Sociology”

I hope you enjoy it. Please feel free to post it or forward it on.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gyvc9Qb_8k8&feature=player_profilepage

More music from ADaD can be found here: http://soundcloud.com/madadam

New ADaD - "Sunday Morning" - Beat by Madlib

As promised, ADaD is releasing a new track every week while he is out in L.A. recording with super producer Exile.

This weeks track “Sunday Morning” spit over a nice break heavy Madlib beat is a good description of how we’ve been feeling every morning since getting to L.A. thanks to all the great people showing us around. – L.A. you guys know how to get down!

If Sunday Morning sounds familiar, it’s because its been in heavy rotation on KCRW thanks to the homie Anthony Valadez.

Make sure you catch ADaD tonight (10-8) at the legendary ROOT DOWN @ El Cid (L.A.)

SUNDAY-MORN by ADaD

ADaD x Black Milk tracks

Got some new heaters here. ADaD has decided to release a few tracks to promote that he will be in L.A. for the next few weeks recording a full-length album with Exile. He will also be rocking a few shows while he is out there as well. Catch him October 2^nd at the Dakota Live Music Lounge (formerly the Temple Bar) in Santa Monica alongside the MPC destroyer himself – Exile.

Stay tuned; ADaD plans to release a new track every week for the duration of his stay in L.A. plus snippets from the recording sessions.

“Good”

ADaD over a Black Milk beat is just too perfect. Damn it feels Good!

ADaD - Feels Good by ADaD

“The Longest Bar”

This track is HEAVY. ADaD over Black Milk's production on “The Purple Tape”

The Logest Bar by ADaD

Rita J feat. ADaD - "No Regrets"

From Fakeshoredrive.com :
"Off Rita J's Artist Workshop, dropping on November 3rd. I just got my copy in the mail yesterday. Pow!

ADaD is featured on the track, with production from K-Kruz. Also, lookout for Rita who will be performing at Atlanta's AC3 Festival on Friday, October 2nd"

Rita J feat. ADaD - "No Regrets"

Exile - ADaD - MadadaM - Illegal Download Collection LIVE in Santa Monica!!

FRIDAY OCTOBER 2ND

Dakota Lounge + The Rhythm Section
Present

The Rhythm Lounge
part 3 of a 4 part live music series

Featuring:

DJ Exile (MPC & DJ set)
http://www.myspace.com/alexile


ADaD (Live Hip Hop)
(Chicago)
http://www.pitchblendmedia.com/artist/adad
http://www.myspace.com/mcadad
http://www.stateandmadisongroup.com

“Best dude I've heard in a minute. Chicago has some heat.” - DJ Day

"My homie ADaD from Chicago, we about to f*ck up the game together" - Exile

"He (ADaD) has quickly cemented his place in a very small group of up-and-coming/current MC’s that I’m truly impressed with these days.” – Kenny Fresh freshselects.net

Listen to his Mix Tape over Black Milks' Purple Tape titled - "Unbenounced":
http://soundcloud.com/madadam/adad-x-black-milk-unbenounced-mixtape



Illegal Download Collection (live funk/soul)
(Los Angeles)
http://www.myspace.com/illegaldownloadcollection


with DJs
Frank(e) (Rhythm Section)
MadadaM (Chicago)
+ special guests


Dakota Live Music Lounge
1026 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica CA 90401
21+
$5 before 10 | $10 after
http://www.dakotalounge.com
http://www.stateandmadisongroup.com
http://www.pitchblendmedia.com
http://www.myspace.com/therhythmsectionla
therhythmsectionla@gmail.com



(((( support good ))))

:: community :: family :: music ::

ADaD featured as opening track on KCRW!!

Check out this SICK collection of tracks payed by Anthony Valadez on KCRW last night. It just so happens to feature ADaD as the the opening track... go figure...

Here is a sample of the playlist:
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PLAYLIST. ANTHONY VALADEZ. KCRW. 9.22.09
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Adad – Sunday Morning
DJ Mitsu The Beats – Intro
Vikter Duplaix -Electric Love
Dela Featuring Miles Bonny – Do For You
Alex Malheiros And Banda Utopia – Uno Esta
Norman Weeks – I Just Wanna Sing For You
Flying Lotus – Disco Balls

Break

Sebastien Tellier – Da Tuerie
Lukid – Veto
Freddie Joachim – My Breakdown Lady
Bibio – Fire Ant
Blacktroniks – Where?
King Britt – Kingstrumental 1

Break

Zigo – Voodoo
Drea King Quartet – Untitled Jam
Natural Self – Alexandra & Gabriel
Ceremonial Victorians – For You

Break

Austin Peralta – Introduction (The Lotus Flower)
Martyn – Bridge
Comfort Fit – Peter Pan
14 KT – Icu Smile
Take – Monopoly Money
Fresh Daily – Break A Leg
Foreign Exchange – House Of Cards
Nite Jewel – What Did He Say

Break

Fulgeance – Mami The
Xaphryne Follicle -
Bobbi Humphrey - Black And Blues
Basement Jaxx feat. Amp Fiddler- A Possibility

Break

Kiln – Tiger Tail
Black Jazz Consortium – Faith
Theo Parrish – Sweet Sticky
The Fatback Band – Backstroke
Larry Heard – Can You Feel It?
Afrika Bambaataa – Lookin For The Perfect Beat
Paul Hardcastle – Rain Forest

Break

Slyk 130 – Gorgeous
Monsters Of Folk – Dear God
Owusu & Hannibal – Intro
Quadron – Day
Fink – Q & A

Break

BLK JKS – Tselene
Fat Fraddy’s Drop – Big BW
Crown City Rockers – Thats Life
Breakestra – Dark Clouds

Break

Nicolay – Lose Your Way
Christian Prommer – Drum Lesson IV
GB – Look Within
Eric Alden – O1 (Violatus)
Sean Lennon – Elsinore

Blah Blah Blah is Music Dealers featured artist of the week!

Music Dealers have been doing a great job with music placements. If you are an artist with original music run don't walk over to Music Dealers and create an account.

Music Dealers Featured Artist of the week is none other than our own Blah Blah Blah. Check out this great review/profile of the band.

Sep 22, 2009

Toine's Music Dealers Featured Artist

BLAH BLAH BLAH

Happy Tuesday everyone, this week’s Featured Artist has a sound that would make one believe that they were born and raised in the era of British Rock’s heyday. However you would be surprised to know that Blah Blah Blah is a diverse group of musicians creating their music from right here in Chicago.

The band is made up of Solomon (Guitar/Vocals), Dario (Drums), Byron (Bass), and Phillip (Guitar/Keyboards) what makes their sound so appealing is that while each band member is a very good at their respective instrument, there is no one that attempts to stand out. The result is a great blend of musicianship that acts as a canvas for Solomon’s voice to paint vivid pictures.

Here is their song "After Midnight" which I think is great check it out:

This band’s sound is a bit reminiscent of Radiohead (earlier material) and the The Smiths in my opinion, although Blah Blah Blah still manages to add a bit of pop appeal to their music. Be sure to catch them live and witness a great band on the rise.

:::Click here to check them out at MusicDealers.com:::

ADaD getting some Blog Love - Thanks to all...

Just wanted to give a quick shout-out to all the blogs supporting ADaD.
Please visit these sites they obviously have good taste in music.

Here are a few to keep you busy.
Click on the image to go to the site.

The Leaders Group State and Madison Group Exile Fashawn Blu Pac Div Skyzoo music dealers okay player nah right fake shore drive ruby hornet 2 dope boys always hustle flawless hustle know the ledge fresh selects

GET IT by ADaD

In response to the recent announcement from Exile regarding the upcoming album between himself and ADaD, we have decided to let loose a few new tracks from the MC.

Catch ADaD performing in L.A. early October while he is out on the West Coast recording.

Check out this bass heavy chorus-less beast… 4 minutes of a grimy, head knockin beat alongside ADaDs precise lyrical delivery. Here he tackles the missteps and realizations of taking a realistic approach to accomplishing his objectives. Big shout outs to all the Chicago artists working hard trying to Get it…

GET IT by ADaD

ADaD and Exile EXCLUSIVE - Plug Research Mix

Dope mix featuring a lot of new and revisited Exile tracks.
Check out the Exclusive ADaD track "Hey Snake" here


Get the mix in its entirety here:
Exile Radio Podcast by PlugResearch Music

Podcast/Mix Tracklisting:

1. Sike (Exclusive Instrumental)

2. Vangel (Exclusive Instrumental)

3. Freedom (from Fashawn “Boy Meets Word” Inst)

4. B.A.D.B (Exclusive Instrumental)

5. Your summer song (from Exile “Radio”)

6. Your summer song J mitchell remix (from Exile “Radio” Remix project)

7. If you’re down (Exclusive Instrumental)

8. Hell Fya (Exclusive Instrumental)

9. Hey Snake (ADAD EXclusive)

10. Population Control Samiam Remix (from Exile “Radio” Remix project)

11. Operator (non album Exile “Radio” track)

12. Were all in power Ev, Krondon, and Blame one remix (from Exile “Radio” Remix project)

13. Its coming down Knowledge remix (from Exile “Radio” Remix project)

14. In Love Milo Remix (from Exile “Radio” Remix project)

15. I’ve been Dreaming of you (non album Exile “Radio” track)

16. Stay tuned Musinah Remix (from Exile “Radio” Remix project)

17. Silver Moon (from Exile “Dirty Science” LP)

18. Spitten Image/ Emanon (from Exile “Dirty Science” LP)

19. Time has come/ Slum Village (from Exile “Dirty Science” LP)

20. Fly/ blu and Exile (from Exile “Dirty Science” LP)

21. Sky (Exclusive Instrumental)

22. Stepper (Exclusive Instrumental)

23. In the night 22 (From “From LA With Love” Compilation)

24. Treat (Exclusive Instrumental)

25. FUNKD (Exclusive Instrumental)

26. Birds eye view (Exclusive Instrumental)

27. No Greater love/ Blu and Exile (from “Below the Heavens” LP)

28. Stars /Fashawn (Exclusive from Fashawn “Boy Meets World” LP ft. Aloe Blacc)

29. Good Bye (Exclusive Instrmental)

The Jordan Years Play United Center Oct 16th

Not sure what could be more appropriate than this?
Bulls vs Timber wolves pre-game entertainment, Friday October 16th from 5:30PM to 7:00PM

Events this week Wednesday - Friday

Lots of great events this week. A little something for everyone.
Get in where you fit in.

Wednesday
Funk / Soul

TONIGHT!!!! - The Jordan Years feat. WES RESTLESS @
Quenchers (Western/Fullerton)
Tonight Wed. 9-2
TJY hit the stage at 10:00 pm sharp.
Good time guaranteed!


Thursday
Hip Hop


Tanya Morgan’s ‘Brooklynati’ Chicago Tour Stop
Featuring: The Gent$, 1773, Dave Coresh, DJ Trew, DJ RTC (Ruby Hornet), Matt.Boy.White. & 1993
Thursday September 3rd, 2009 @ Subterranean 2011 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL
17+, $10 presale ( http://www.subt.net), $12 door


FRIDAY in Milwaukee
Hip Hop

The Leaders Group and Ground Lift Media bring you a night of musical acts that bridge the divide between the two great mid-west cities.

September 4th, 2009
BBC Upper Level
2022 E. North Ave, Milwaukee WI
Doors 9pm, $5, 21+

ADaD x Blackmilk Unbenounced Mixtape

ADaD from the All Natural camp put out a brand-new mixtape called “Unbenounced” featuring his rhymes over the (dope) instrumentals from Black Milks’ “The Purple Tape” album… Found over at the FSD. Be sure to check it out and see what’s up w/ ADaD.

http://www.zshare.net/download/53119271dd8384d7/

THE GENT$ - "League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen" prod. by DJ VADIM

"Resembling the rat pack/ 21 blackjack/ brief case rap/ we abandoned the backpack."

Ladies and Gentleman, THE GENT$ (Pugs Atomz, Wes Restless, Ill Legit) and DJ VADIM bring you a very special collaboration not to be missed. Let them introduce you to the "League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen". A virtual guide (if you will) to what makes them Gent$ and what is considered gentlemanly. This is the first leak off their upcoming Ep scheduled to be released later this summer.

Download Here
http://www.zshare.net/audio/62010576386bceaf/


Also check out the hilarious video Vimby.com made profiling THE GENT$ and their League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen
http://www.vimby.com/video/music/us/all ... p-Hop/Soul

Stay Classy

THE GENT$ - Vimby.com video of LOEG prod Vadim

VIMBY - The Gent$

What can I say. Lots of fun making this one.
Props to Awdazcate, Allison Glenn, Noah Banks, The Sybaris, Isis Rose, Asti Spumante, Tiff and everyone else who was a part of the shoot.
Check out the Centerstage Chicago Interview that touched on the making of the video HERE

6/12/09 Chicago - Wes Restless performing live alongside The Jordan Years - Life Funk/Soul Band

6.12.2009
the DEFINITION
a cold sweat production

@ Black Gate Sessions
rsvp@blackgatesessions.com for addt'l info & directons
9pm-2am, 18+ $5

Informed by the spirit of 'The Cold Sweat,' we bring you our latest monthly party, The Definition. Live Hip Hop, Funk, Dub/Reggae, Soul, Downtempo and more!! We'll be hosting live bands, live pa performances, live hiphop performances, out of town DJs from all genres, live artists and videographers... whew! all in a laid back underground party environment.

Located in the heart of Wicker Park, Black Gate Sessions is the newest addition to an already burgeoning art/music scene! Visit them at http://www.blackgatesessions.com

This month we're excited to welcome DJ DRM (of Bastard Jazz Records, NYC) & The Jordan Years (an up and coming Chicago act inspired by New Orleans Funk, & Midwest Soul, & Blues).

performances by:

THE JORDAN YEARS ( http://myspace.com/thejordanyears )
(featuring Wes Restless on vocals)
DJ DRM ( http:// http://www.myspace.com/djdrm , Bastard Jazz Records)

dj sets by

TREW( http://myspace.com/trewdj )
IAN FROST ( http://myspace.com/frostyian )
ERIC BURBA ( http://myspace.com/djeburbs )

live art by:

MATTHEW BLACCONIERE

Official Site: http://blackgatesessions.com

THE GENT$ Centerstage interview

Big Thanks to Jeff Min and all the people at Centerstage Chicago.


"In a time when hip-hop collaborations can get a bit stale, it's hard to find a group as freshly innovative as The Gent$...

Centerstage found the rhythms of The Gent$ too good to resist, and sat down with them to talk about everything from the serendipitous nature of their work to how the Sybaris makes for a wonderful place to shoot a video"
Jeff Min - Centerstage Chicago


Read the full article here

05/09/09 - WES RESTLESS LIVE in Forest Park

Click flyer for a larger view

Info about the event from the promoter:


This is an album release venue dedicated to those who share a love for Hip Hop, Atari, & Nintendo game systems. All interested in coming out to hear great music are welcomed. CD’s will be available for purchase. Guest Performances will be made by other Artists. Let’s make this night one to remember!!!!

May 22nd - Project ART Chicago

Check out the homies Revise CMW and Allison Glenn.

Hennessy Black presents Project Art Chicago!

Escape the ordinary: Project Art is an established gathering hub for artists, cultural, enthusiasts, and music lovers of all backgrounds to unify and interact with one another. Project Art raises awareness for the alternative art scene through paintings, graffiti, photography and other meidums while all being intertwined with live music, live DJ and Breakin'...

Curated by Tristan Hummel, featuring live performances by Hey Champ!

no cover. Nice!

KingHellBastard Feat. WES RESTLESS - "On My Way"

New track from Milwaukee based KingHellBastard features WES RESTLESS on the hook.
G-Damn WES is like the Nate Dogg of Chicago sprinkling tracks with some Pimp Glitter. Copyright GLC 2009

Download the Radio edit for "On My Way" Here

4/18 - THE GENT$: Live in Milwaukee, WI @ The Highbury

Come see THE GENT$ get gentlemanly for Milwaukee.
Saturday April 18 2009
Doors at 10pm

Tips to Become a Perfect Gentleman

Tips to Become a Perfect Gentleman -- powered by ExpertVillage.com

Gentlemanly tips from the lovely Hazely Lopez

Dj Vadim feat. Pugs Atomz "Saturday" off of Vadim's bbe album "U can't learn imaginashun

The truly international DJ Vadim has journeyed around 60 countries playing over 1500 gigs on a musical and life forming adventure. Vad brings with him these ingredients - sounds he's heard, artists he's met from long and far, experiences and emotions - as he steps into his basement studio to sonically distil. On this cut he recruits Pugs Atomz for an ode to the best day of the week. 12 " in stores/itunes April 9th 2009


http://www.zshare.net/audio/58269749da4ebc16/


Who could be next on a Vadim album.... STAY TUNED!!

NEW - Wes Restless track !! 2 CENT$ prod. by ALO

This one is a beast! Hard hitting with Wes's dark smoothed out flow.

Wes Restless...on the raps.
DJ ALO...on the tracks.

(wes and alo have an album that's about to drop).

Wes opens for THE GAME this Sunday
at the House Of Blues Chicago.

"Dividends, checks, percentages...
Can split a fam up and turn friends to enemies...
I'd give it all up to preserve my legacy...
I run through the mud and emerge a better me...
So let it be.

http://limelinx.com/files/b97e3f34eebad9aef0c0ca041fab7019

NEW SONG!!! "Warm Me Up" by Wes Restless, produced by: Mulatto Patriot

Wes Restless teams up with producer Mulatto Patriot to create a
soulful, love song dedicated to Chicago winters and that
special someone that helps us get through them. Mulatto Patriot
handles the beat and the engineering while Wes supplies the vocals and
guitar.
Here's to warmer days!

http://www.zshare.net/audio/56386258393484a4/

^^^
Click the link above to listen/download

WES RESTLESS
www.myspace.com/wesrestless

MULATTO PATRIOT
www.myspace.com/mulattopatriot

Feb 14th LIVE - Dessa of Doomtree and THE GENT$ -Ronny's Bar

Sat. Feb. 14 - 9PM - 21+ -
Ronny's Bar
2101 N. California, Chicago, IL 60647 (between Milwaukee & Armitage on California Ave.)



THE GENT$ - http://www.myspace.com/thegentshiphop
The sound track is city slick, Michigan ave. afternoons at the hotel bar....getting girls, talking sh*t, and insight chased with a pale ale. Just make sure you spell the name right. Capital G, E-N-T, Dollar sign S. You gotta buy GENT$


DESSA of Doomtree - http://www.myspace.com/dessadarling
An emcee in the Minneapolis Doomtree Crew, Dessa writes funny/sad true stories, sends them to magazines, and often as not she receives funny/sad rejection slips. But she's on the come up. In September she was awarded a Jerome Grant for her literary stylings.

HOT OFF THE PRESSES, WES RESTLESS & SILENCE

Hot off the presses...
WES RESTLESS (DV/The Gent$)
teams up with SILENCE (Outerlimitz/Dirty Digital)
to craft "Only Live Once," a psychedelic audio
composition that reminds us to seize the day.
Produced and recorded by Wes Restless.

http://www.zshare.net/audio/54692863b0586dfd/

JAN 17th CAPRICORNUCOPIA 2 Comedy/Hip Hop MadadaM+Sang Bday

Double click image for a larger version

If you came last year you know how fun this night is.
Lots of giveaways.

Capricorns get in FREE!!!!