BK Maarten – The Believer,Creator and Innovator
Thank you all for your love and kindness to my brother and my family. Music is his first love. He loved every sound, every word. He analyzed the work he was given and really thought about it before going on to promote it. BK Maarten wanted to give people a chance when he thought that no one else would. He saw things in people’s work that deserved a chance in the music world. He found heart and soul in underground and mainstream hip hop and rap as well as in the music of big name artists. The work that has been done on this website cannot be matched by anyone. There has been such a delay in postings on this site since he departed. BK Maarten was a mystery man that kept everything in his head. Thus, it was rather difficult to access the website and create a post. He wouldn’t want any of you to stop making music, so continue your craft, master it, make it the best that you can. So, if you would, picture him with his head phones, his eyes closed and letting the music flow. My brother is happy where he is, he is safe, he is free.
~Sowa~
Bakari M. Lake – Sample
Bakari M. Lake – Sample (Bakie, Bk, BKMaarten) came into this world the summer of August 24, 1985 to Jacqueline and Barry Lake – Sample. He attended St. Pius X Catholic School from 3rd grade to 8th grade. He then graduated from Bishop Maginn High School May 2004. He moved onto college where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Communication from the State University of New York at Buffalo graduating May 16, 2009. Since 2010 Bakari was a Masters of Arts degree student at The College of St. Rose. His concentration was Communication and Media Production. Bakari loved music and spent his time producing it; he created his own website www.areyouinthatmoodyet.com where he devoted his time to posting and hosting various hip hop artists giving them a chance in the music world. It was devoted to providing quality content that is enjoyable to everyone. He also did music production for a variety of emerging artists. His favorite food was johnny cakes, salt fish salad, and oatmeal raisin cookies. He will forever be remembered, loved and missed by his mother Jacqueline A. Lake – Sample; his father Barry C. Sample ;his sister Serwa C. Lake – Sample; grandmother Thomassillienne H. Arnell; his Uncle Lasana M. Sekou ; Aunty Judy Lake, Uncle Junior, Great Uncle Harold Arnell, Auntie Jenny Arnell, Frankie Arnell, Great Tantie Wendy Bosine Arnell, Auntie Carol Glass, Auntie Jean Wilson all of his aunties, uncles, and many cousins, family friends, the Macedonia family, friends, and the music world.
“Good music good food always puts me in a good mood.”
~Bakari Lake Sample~
[VIDEO] Logic – Young Sinatra III
Up-and-comer Logic drops off the visuals for his single “Young Sinatra III” off the tape Young Sinatra.
e.d.g.e. – Syndication (Prod. Madden Miles)
e.d.g.e. drops off a cut from the upcoming collaborative project between The Mad Bloggers and producer Madden Miles entitled, A Beat For You [The Donny Hathaway Beat Tape]. Lyrics after the jump.
Posted by bkmaarten Date: Monday, January 23, 2012
Categories: Artists Up & Coming, Music
Tags: e.d.g.e
Stalley (Ft. DJ Khaled) – City Of 30,000 Wolves
Don’t worry Khaled is only on the intro… As Stalley prepares to release his next project Savage Journey to the American Dream he warms things up with a series of songs called “Songs by Me, Stalley”. The first installment is “City of 30,000 Wolves”, a tribute to Stalley’s hometown of Massillon, Ohio over DJ Toomp production.
Rockie Fresh – Driving 88 [MIXTAPE]
Rockie Fresh hits the people with his DJ Ill Will hosted tape. The 16 track project features guest appearances from Phil Ade, Casey Veggies, King Louis, and Rebecca Jordan. Stream below, track list and download link after the jump.
Curtiss King – Can I Vent (Part 2) (Prod. Villain)
Well today is Curtiss Kings birthday and he is one year older and wiser, but he still needs to vent. This is the sequel to his 2010 “Can I Vent” record. In this song we get a view into some of the many thoughts, frustrations, losses, & triumphant times he’s endured the pass year.
DOWNLOAD| Curtiss King – Can I Vent (Part 2) (Prod. Villain)
Posted by bkmaarten Date: Monday, January 23, 2012
Categories: Artists Up & Coming, Music
Tags: curtiss king
[VIDEO] L.E.P. Bogus Boys x Waka Flocka Flame x French Montana Recording @ Daddy’s House, NYC
While in NYC In December, the L.E.P. Bogus Boys the duo of Count & Moonie stopped by the Daddy’s House recording studio to work on new music with Waka Flocka Flame and French Montana. Footage captures them chopping it up and putting in work in the booth and more.
Posted by bkmaarten Date: Monday, January 23, 2012
Categories: Studio Sessions
Tags: french montana, L.E.P. Bogus Boys, Waka Flocka Flame
Gilbere Forte’ – YOTD: Year of the Dragon [MIXTAPE]
Philadelphia fast-riser Gilbere Forte’ has joined forces with The DJBooth to bring listeners his latest street release, the YOTD: Year of the Dragon mixtape. Hosted by Terry Urban, the project features 18 tracks’ worth of previously-released material, unreleased cuts, original records and freestyles, including the Booth-approved “Lord Knows (Freestyle),” “Weighting” and “Hot in This B*tch (Remix).” Joining Forte’ on the guest tip throughout YOTD are Lloyd Banks, Don Trip, Freeway, Sean Rose, Selina Carrera, Rocky Diamonds, Sean Falyon, Jim Jones, Pusha T, Buddy James, Young L, Damani and Raak.
Chip Tha Ripper – Tell Ya Friends [MIXTAPE]
Its finally here folks after a few leaks Chip Tha Ripper says tell ya friends his new tape is here. The tape features Ray Cash, Bun B, Wale, CyHi The Prince, Krazie Bone and more. Stream below, track list and download link after the jump.
Wordsmith – A Hero’s Welcome (Prod. Rafpak)
Wordsmith releases his tribute to the troops record from the upcoming mixtape, Prelude to the King dropping in March
