Monday, September 22, 2014
My very first interview with the one an online Beads Jones
Monday, July 14, 2014
FROM CALI TO THE CHI TONE PAAY EVOLVING HIP-HOP
From Cali to The Chi Tone Paay Evolving Hip-Hop
BIO
Life & Times…
Artists are inspired daily, from the rapid evolution of Hip-Hop, to the dust under the pile of vinyl’s old folks like to call, “dusties”. No matter what form the inspiration is derived, new and improved artist are breaking into the music doors with the hinges falling off! Take Hip-Hop phenomenon, Tone Paay for example, an Oakland California native conquering all ends of the music stick in just three years. Considering himself a recording artist, engineer, and MC; Antone Korvel Monroe is destined driven in the industry’s limelight!
Growing up on the West coast allowed Antone to capture and hold on to what now may be a career for him, music. The oldest of three was born in Berkley, California on 10/31/1977. His family later migrated to Oakland where the young musician would begin MC’ing at his high school, James Logan, a local H/S in Union City, California. His time was spent studying but when lunch time came, the aspiring MC broke out the talent inspiring other talent in the school to “step up to the plate” and eat what was good! The early free styling symbolized “coolness” and differentiated the “in-crowd” at Logan; Monroe was elated to have been the stepping ladder at those times. In the summer of 2007, his ladders begin to slowly but surely spiral into a musical rollercoaster ride. Monroe linked up with known California musicians, “The Caliban”, “C.I.A. or Chronic Inhaling Agency”, Shock G of “Digital Underground” and the Luniz who would later be known for their platinum selling records of the ‘90’s, including smash hit, “I got five on it”, a parody of marijuana and its prices!
While collaborating and learning from the many West coast legends, Monroe adapted a passion for music that he hadn’t had before. Antone Monroe was tapping into who is now known to many as TonePaay, which means “NewThousand”. Although many of the group members were family and close friends, “Numskull” is responsible for introducing the infant star to many big names in the industry and the game itself; “music is my life”, says Monroe; “I want to teach the future what’s up”. With the heart of a heap lion and ambitious attitude, it wasn’t difficult for Monroe to find his way in the music industry in the summer of 2008 when forced to relocate to Chicago IL. Monroe was initially brought to Dolton, IL to assist his mother when her health began to fail.
In 2011 Newthousand Ent. released a mixtape album "Operation Stack or Starve" on Datpiff.com and 2012 another mixtape album "Stop Hatin Get Money also released on Datpiff.com. Tonepaay as an artist has evolved with the time as time passes him by, however the motivational drive he has pushes him to become more creative in the art of making a hit song that the people will love forever. All production of mixing and mastering was done by Mr. Monroe and some help of different engineering friends like Cayex Illa, Wesley Rodgers, and Matt Hennessy.
Although the young star is still an independent contractor, his goals and main objectives thus far are with and through Newthousand Ent. His time is spent exultantly learning more about the engineering aspect of his craft and performing frequently to build a stronger fan base. He is currently working on his debut solo release entitled “Tonepaayology:The Knowledge of Tonepaay.TonePaay stresses the fact that he isn’t into the fame and fortune this industry has to offer. His satisfaction comes from writing and producing quality music for the people! Monroe views the entertainment industry as a façade to many, and hopefully his noble and humble approach continues to take him outlying. Years from now the artist/MC/engineer can see himself ghostwriting, and being behind the scenes; although Monroe says, ”I don’t want to be the next big star”, the industry may have other plans!
Q: Can you tell the readers about your new project and the back ground and inspirations behind it?
A: The name of my new project is "TONEPAAYOLOGY: THE KNOWLEDGE OF TONEPAAY
and this is an album that i have been working on with some of the best up and coming producers from Oakland to Chicago. Its self titled Tonepaayology because this album represents the struggle of being an independent artist growing up to a businessman and the knowledge of the creator of Newthousand Muzic learning from his mistakes to make it to the top of the charts. What inspired me most to put this album together is that many artist that i started rapping with retied from the game which makes me more motivated to keep moving forward toward success.
Q: Can you recite a few bars that inspired you to start doing music?
A: These bars that Yukmouth 1/2 of the Luniz said "I went to school
with a taylor in my ear lob, avoiding all the dick teaser, skeezers and weirdo's
fuckin off the land like where the bomb at, give me $2 bucks, take a puff and pass my bomb back......
That right there was so real that everybody knew some one like that and it was the truth. When i heard that i was like i wanna rap that realness so the world can feel it.
Q: What was the first album you bought?
A: ALL EYEZ ON ME.....2PAC
Q: To you what is your definition of a wack emcee? And what makes a great emcee?
A: A whack Mc is rapper with no creativity, no originality, no message, and one who doesn't give back to the hood or community, therefore forgetting where they came from sell out. A great Mc is one that can move the crowd with his/her words creating a good vibe that makes people feel the way they where feeling when the song was created, so the world can enjoy the moment. A great Mc also is one who speaks the truth and not sell lies to the
youth, the youth looks up to them as role models and whack Mcs are killing our youth.
Q: What is your dream collaboration track for a future album? Producer and feature artist?
A: I would really like to work with Dr. Dre, on the production sides of things.
Q: How do
you feel about the up and coming hip-hop/rap movement at the moment do things need to change
A: I feel that music in the hip hop game is becoming water down music artist are more about how much money they got and less about how to stay alive with all the money they got. The listeners are becoming mindless zombies due to the lack of knowledge given in the message of a rap song, not saying all hip hop artist follow this pattern but majority rules in America.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
A INTRODUCTION INTO THE MIDWEST'S. FUTURE
In generation where hip-hop is as popular as its ever been EVERYONE WANTS TO RAP! And with today's technology & internet anyone CAN! You set-up a studio literally anywhere, upload music and start a rap career. But In this ever changing music industry where the hottest artist today can be tomorrow's nobody. Every once in awhile you come across a artist that is fully polished, with their own identity to their music and off back makes you think about longevity. Whether its their voice or how their lyrics touched you or how it made you feel. Its just something about their music that sounds refreshing but feels like your listening to your favorite artist...Meet hip-hop artist Checkmate The Great.
Bio
He fell in love with hip-hop at the age of 8 and started rapping at the age of 16. Taking his influences, like Trick Daddy, UGK, Jay-Z, Scarface and Master P, and using them to shape his own style. "My music is all about capturing the moments of our time the good and bad so if you listen it...it'll put you in that time period." says Checkmate. His new mixtape, Ape Shit 2 to be released summer of 2014 is a refreshing and moving project that heralds the arrival of a gifted and polished new talent, whose music feels familiar in the best possible way while controlling & paving his own lane.
A: Wats gr8 world? I go by the name of Checkmate some called me Checkmate The Gr8. I'm a Hip-Hop artist that makes music for the people.
Q: Can you tell the readers about your new project and the background and inspirations behind it
A: My new project "Ape Shit II" or #AS2 is scheduled to be released this summer. It's a dope project it's very versatile far as sounds & subject matter. What really inspired this project was my F.A.M.S (Friends And Music Supporters). I work on music DAILY because it is therapy to my life and with my F.A.M.S being so connected with me thru social media they know I've been thru alot since the last project. Experienced allot, seen allot I lost allot of family & friends to the streets which I speak on this project. I think what really connects me to them is my sense realness and honesty I believe the people is interested to see how I can transition these real life into good music.
Q: Can you recite a few bars that inspired you to start doing music
A: Sure...Armed and dangerous / Ain't too many can bang with us/ Straight up weed no angel dust, label us notorious/ Thug ass niggas that love to bust, it's strange to us/ You all niggas be scrambling, gambling up in restaurants with mandolins and violins/We just sittin' here trying to win, try not to sin - Notorious B.I.G "Notorious Thugs"
Q: What was the first album you bought?
A: Ruff Ryders Ride Or Die Vol.1...Do y'all niggas bust ya guns? Hell yeah we bust our guns (starts rapping Down Bottom)
Q: To you what is your definition of a wack emcee? And what makes a great emcee?
A: My definition of a wack emcee is a emcee who lacks creativity, lyrics, delivery, and most importantly connecting to the audience. For example If your a emcee that's rapping about the streets...your lyrics and music should touch the streets.
My definition of a great emcee is a emcee who's creative from lyrics, to delivery, and vocal presence. Or a emcee that has the ability to bring the audience into their world without changing their style or stepping out of their element. For example Nas + One Mic = Great Emcee
Q: What is your dream collaboration track for a future album? Producer and feature artist
A: My dream collaboration track production wise I'll say Rapheal Saadiq. I love everything about his beats and my style of lyricism will compliment his production perfect. I know we would make some dope ass music together. For the feature artist...I would need Aaliyah. Her voice is just so amazing. So Rapheal Saadiq on the beat with Aaliyah on the hook.
Q: How do you feel about the up and coming hip-hop/rap movement at the moment do things need to change
A: I love it! There's a lane for everybody from mainstream to indie. From the backpackers to the trappers it's something for everyone. Nothing needs to change. If you don't like what a artist is saying...don't listen to them. Listen to someone who fits what you like. It's so many outlets to access music. Its perfect I like it how it is.
Q: At GOOD KORNER MUSIQ I specialize in uplifting many underground and underappreciated artist as I can you name a few artist i should check out
A: It's too many too name but I'll give you a few that's in rotation on my playlist right now...Follow dem on IG
Willie Waters
Beadz (@beadz1st)
Delafaye (@delafayemusic)
No Face Logo (@nofacelogo)
Mr. Swagga (@butlergotswag)
Chize (@chizeofficial)
Q: Is there anything else you would like to add
A: 1st I wanna thank you for the time & opporunity for this interview. I truly appreciate it. Be sure to be on the lookout for my new project "Ape Shit 2" COMING THIS SUMMER!!! Check out my new video "Kush Gang" on YouTube right now. If you not in tune wit you should be follow me on either one or all of my social media sites
Contact Info:
Phone Number: (708) 200-3811
Manager (SPADE) Phone Number: (708) 227-2535
E-Mail Address: gr8muzick@gmail.com
Sunday, April 6, 2014
GOOD KORNER MUSIQ PRESENTS JUILIANI KENNEDY
Juiliani Kennedy
Name: Anthony Lemond
Birthday: May 15, 1985
From: Chicago, IL
Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
Website:
Twitter @MWMG4Life
Facebook.com/kennedyville
Soundcloud.com/kingkennedy
Reverberation.com/juilianikennedy
Ig @MrNopretending
WWW.IAMKENNEDY.COM for more
JUILIANI KENNEDY
EVERY TIME I HEAR JUILIANI KENNEDY NAME I HEAR HE PUTS ON A GREAT SHOW OR HE HAS ONE OF THE GREATEST MIXTAPES THIS YEAR. SO AFTER DOING MY RESEARCH JUILIANI KENNEDY HAS A GREAT STAGE PRESENCE HIS SONGS HAVE MEANING AND TELL A STORY ABOUT HIS LIFE HIS SONGS HIS MIXTAPE IS A MUST DOWNLOAD FOR THE YEAR AND IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN HIM ON STAGE THEN YOU NEED TO TAKE TIME OUT OF YOUR BUSY SCHEDULE AND COME SEE HIM KILL A STAGE.....
BIO
The MIdwest Money Music Groups founder and ceo "Juiliani Kennedy" was born on the South Side of Chicago, to an aspiring rapper and single mother. Kennedy started writing music at the age of 6 years old. Barely lifting a pen, he can paint vivid pictures, better yet a cinematic look at a average young hustler from the streets of Chicago Chasing his dream like a man on a mission. Over the years since Kennedy has been involved with some of the biggest names in the city. And notoriously known through out the city of Chicago for the uptempo street anthem "Right To Left" off of his underground classic More Than Music mixtape. A year later he has returned to bring you his new mixtape masterpiece "I Am Music". So If your a hip hop head or a down to the dirt hardcore rap fan Juiliani Kennedy is the right choice for your listening pleasures. Polished and ready Kennedy has proven to crowds all over the City that he is with out doubt the Windy City's Savior. And soon enough the world will remember the name of "Juiliani Kennedy".
Question and Answer with Good Korner Musiq:
1.WHERE DO YOU SEE HIP HOP/RAP AS A WHOLE RIGHT NOW?
Answer:
Hip hop is going thru a lot of changes. I think we're at a point where it's trying to find itself again. With so many artist emerging and different sounds coming I would say we're at a point of hip hop evolution.
2. DO YOU WANT A RECORD DEAL OR DISTRIBUTION DEAL AND WHY?
Answer:
2.growing up I wanted a record deal. Now seeing how much control were allowed to have thru social media and various other avenues. I would say a distribution deal would be ideal
3. WHO DO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH?
Answer:
3. Looking forward to one day working with my mentors. Cats like Em, Drake, and one of my personal New favorites Kevin Gates.
4.WHAT WOULD YOU TELL A YOUNG EMCEE COMING UP IN THIS GAME?
Answer:
To work! Stay hungry! And be careful of the company you keep and acquire in this game.
5.WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF A EMCEE?
Answer:
One that can make people think, control a stage, spread awareness as well as inspire. A true emcee is one the people can positively relate to. That person that can take a Mic and shift the tides of today's mentality.
BONUS QUESTION
EXPLAIN YOUR NAME HOW DID YOU GET IT OR WHERE DID IT COME FROM?
Answer:
Wow... long story but I'll make it short as possible. When I was 15 I met a artist. An he made a statement saying Chicago artist could never compete with an New York talent. So in the heat of it all when I got him that evening I seen a news article about a new York mayor who single handedly shut down the city's drug trafficking. And I took that idea and said I would be that Chicago artist that would shut down New York. The Kennedy part came when one of my homies told me one day one of these rappers would blow my head off Kennedy style and there you have it lol.
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
SPOTLIGHT ON JAE PIDD
Jae Pidd
Name: Jamell Taylor
Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
Website: twitter @itzpidd ig:itzpidd reverbnation jae pidd,soundcloud jae pidd youtube jae period
Jae Pidd is not your Typical rapper but when he opens his mouth his 16 barz are Ferocious fire and leaves you want more.
Biography
Jamell Taylor a.k.a Jae Pidd was born and raised on Chicago's northside uptown area...single mother of 4 working hard to keep a roof over our heads...lived in shelters alot music became a escape from everyday problems..now this emcee slash father of 3 is ready to put his stamp on Chicago's music scene
Question and Answer with Good Korner Musiq:
1.WHERE DO YOU SEE HIP HOP/RAP AS A WHOLE RIGHT NOW?
Answer:
1. Its in trouble but slowly going back to the lyrics matter stage
2. DO YOU WANT A RECORD DEAL OR DISTRIBUTION DEAL AND WHY?
Answer:
2.Distrubution deal,because ima real hustler all i need is the money backin me i'll do the rest
3. WHO DO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH?
Answer:
3.Chance da rapper,international maverick,and chin chilla meek thats it everybody else i worked with
4.WHAT WOULD YOU TELL A YOUNG EMCEE COMING UP IN THIS GAME?
Answer:
4.Just be yoself,network,mind yo own business and dare to be different
5.WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF A EMCEE?
Answer:
5.A emcee is a real lyricist,a performer who owns the stage and mic..a crowd controller
BONUS QUESTION
EXPLAIN YOUR NAME HOW DID YOU GET IT OR WHERE DID IT COME FROM?
Answer:
I got my name from battlin..one of my guys heard me slaughterin this dude and he ran off yellin itz over he lost to my mans "point blank pidd"
THE FUTURE FEMCEE S. JONES
The Future Femcee S. Jones
Name: Shanterra Jones
From: Gary, IN
Genre: Rap
Websites:
Soundcloud: Shanterra jones
Instagram : meet_sjones
Video : youtube.com Personal sjones Youtube : Shanterra Jones Datpiff.com : Sorry 4 The Shake Facebook : Shanterra Jones Twitter : sjones_on5th
S. Jones Artist to listen Too
S. Jones has got to be one of the hottest artist I have heard in a while if you have never seen her on stage the first time you watch her your jaw will drop. This young Femcee has a amazing hot 16 that will have you thinking and wanting more. S. Jones is what this game really needs on the Femcees side she is new fresh and has plenty of time to tear this game up I'm need GI to stand up and support the next generation of Femcees S. Jones.
Question and Answer with Good Korner Musiq:
1.WHERE DO YOU SEE HIP HOP/RAP AS A WHOLE RIGHT NOW?
Answer:
I see hip hop and rap as a chance for young upcoming artists because so many young rappers are currently in the industry.
2. DO YOU WANT A RECORD DEAL OR DISTRIBUTION DEAL AND WHY?
Answer:
Truthfully, im not too anxious for a deal or anything I just want to make some happen so all my people eating good, but if it happen, it happens. I just want everybody to hear my story and what I been threw cause it's all a true story
3. WHO DO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH?
Answer:
I wouldn't change my circle everybody that is on my team now I wanna continue to work with
4.WHAT WOULD YOU TELL A YOUNG FEMCEE COMING UP IN THIS GAME?
Answer:
To any young femcee who wants to be apart of the industry, be careful and take criticism cause it a help you in the game.
5.WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF A FEMCEE?
Answer:
My definition of a femcee, is a artist who believes in their self.
BONUS QUESTION
EXPLAIN YOUR NAME HOW DID YOU GET IT OR WHERE DID IT COME FROM?
Answer:
I got my name from my name. I took my first initial from my first name, and my last name and made it S.Jones because my first name is too long for me. The name just fit me so perfect cause i'm a smooth person and that's a simple name.
Sunday, March 30, 2014
THE KID LIGHTSOUT
The Kid Lightsout
Name: Theddeus Antonio Echols
Birthday: November 24, 1988
From: Chicago, IL
Genres: Hip-Hop/Rap
Facebook: kidlightsout
Twitter: @KIDLIGHTOUTS
Instagram: kidlightsout
Biography
Theddeus Antonio Echols Aka the kid lightsout age 24 Born Chicago/ Chicago Heights/sauck village Illinois Birth 11-24-88 Performance over 400 History of rapping since 11 My style is unique and a all round rapper My vision i feel all hard work pays off in the end Label unsigned My music influences are any and every body who can write great music. I want the world to know i make music for everyone not just myself Listeners can relate to me because i make something for everyone Events, big bang concert the way of life concert allot of local shows open up for day 26,bump j and shawnna twista just to name a few. Email lightsoutcity@gmail.com Work now, my album, my mix tapes and good music My story Well since 11-24-88, i been introduce to the music even when i was in my mother stomach so i guess its only right that i do music to. See for me it was not as easy as i thought it was man it would be times when i was younger i couldn't write a verse to save my life but as time went on like anything you know practice makes perfect so i stayed in the books and Stayed on my music that's why im were i need to be now. So for me my story just beginning Thank you. Personal god, all my fans and every body i mess with in this music game that support me.
Question and Answer with Good Korner Musiq:
1.WHERE DO YOU SEE HIP HOP/RAP AS A WHOLE RIGHT NOW?
I SEE HIP HOP EVOLVING EVERYDAY PEOPLE FOR GET SOME TIMES THAT NOTHING STAYS THE SAME FOR EVER AND SOME PEOPLE DON'T LIKE CHANGE WITCH WILL ALWAYS KEEP A LOT OF PEOPLE NOT LIKING NEW RAP MOST ARTIST LIKE MYSELF DON'T DO IT FOR OPINIONS WE DO THIS BECAUSE THIS IS A PASSION AND WHAT EVER U TAKE FROM IT IS WHAT U TAKE FROM IT
2. DO YOU WANT A RECORD DEAL OR DISTRIBUTION DEAL AND WHY?
IT DEPENDS ON WHAT THE RECORD DEAL IS OFFERING I WOULD NEVER TAKE A 360 ITS HAS TO BE WORTH IT FOR ME TO SIGN MY LIFE AWAY OTHER THEN THAT ID JUST TAKE A DISTRIBUTION DEAL I GOT A STRONG TEAM AND EVERYONE KNOWS HOW TO PROMOTE
3. WHO DO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH ?
I THINK MY WORTH IS ALOT BECAUSE I AM NOT JUST A ARTIST I CAN DJ I CAN DO MY OWN GRAPHICS I CAN BOOK MY OWN SHOWS I CAN PROMOTE I CAN DAM NEAR DO ALMOST ANYTHING THERE IS IN THE MUSIC FIELD SO I KNOW MY WORTH IS HIGH
4.WHAT WOULD YOU TELL A YOUNG EMCEE COMING UP IN THIS GAME?
I WOULD TELL THEM TO NEVER GIVE UP ON THERE DREAMS BECAUSE 9 OUT OF 10 THE PEOPLE TELLING THEM TO QUIT IS PEOPLE WHO HAVE ALREADY GAVE UP ON THEIR DREAM I FEEL LIKE IF ITS MEANT TO BE GOD WILL MAKE IT HAPPEN BUT THE ONLY WAY TO FIND THAT OUT IS TO KEEP DOING YOUR THING UNTIL THE TIME COME GRIND HARD AND RESULTS WILL SHOW
5.WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF A EMCEE?
SOME ON WHO CAN MAKE CONSISTENT GREAT MUSIC AND IS NOT IN THE LANE OF BEING A ONE LANE/TOPIC ARTIST IM INTO DIFFERENT KINDS OF MUSIC SO IF A ARTIST CANT MAKE DIFFERENT KINDS OF RECORDS I PROBABLY DONT LISTEN TO THEY MUSIC BECAUSE THERE ARE WHAT CONSIDER JUST A RAPPER AND NOT A ARTIST OR EMCEE
EXPLAIN YOUR NAME HOW DID YOU GET IT OR WHERE DID IT COME FROM?
THE NAME LIGHTSOUT JUST COME FROM MY YOUNGER DAYS AND IT ALWAYS STUCK WITH ME SO I USED IN THE RAP FIELD BECAUSE MOST PEOPLE STILL CALL ME THAT TODAY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s79IxZmriE8 its nothing
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C22m85rMVS4 spoiled
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