Video: C-Plus- Stay Up

Bosse Media and Live at the DOJO are proud to present C Plus' video for 'Stay Up', from his 'All On Me' mix tape. In this song C Plus explains what it means to be loyal to your friends and loved ones; a matter so important that he evens discusses it while on a date.

If you missed C-Plus' mix tape from last year, click here for the download. 

Video: Meet Quincy Vidal

WhiskeyTeeth introduced Quincy Vidal to the blogosphere in late 2010, but I'm not satisfied with the response so far. Where are all my jazzy hip hop fans, native tongue lovers, orbiters of the Digable Planets?

I'll keep trying...

Here is a dope "EPK" for the young duo that, in my opinion, oozed an endless amount of talent and potential on their freebie debut album, Cookin' in Brooklyn. After you check out of the EPK, you can download the album for free (or choose your own price).

Video: Benny Tones- Chrysalis

For those that fell in love with New Zealand's electro-soul group Electric Wire Hustle, their sound engineer's music will hit a similar spot. Here is Benny Tones' latest video from his forthcoming album, Chrysalis, set to release in April of this year on BBE Records.

Chrysalis was the last track to be made for the album so has a lot of influences from the sounds I have been listening to lately, a lot more on the futuristic tip. Wanted to put my own spin on the really FX heavy really produced sound but still keep the big spacious floaty vibe. I also worked with a vocalist by the name of Sacha Vee who I had done some work for in the past. She's a jazz trained vocalist so I wanted to see what happened when I gave her something way out of her musical spectrum. The result was this crazy fusion of styles that came out sounding quite different.

Free Indie Rock Album: Turning Torso- Walker

Turning Torso is the instrumental rock project from an unknown 20 year old guitarist/producer from Mexico named David Sánchez. On his debut album, Walker, David mashes up waves of dreamy guitar notes with islands of digital drums and psychedelic noises, forming a serene instrumental experience comparable to the breakdowns of Minus the Bear, Explosions in the Sky, and Bibio.

I think what the young David Sánchez created in his bedroom studio with an electric guitar and modest recording tools is intriguing and full of potential. This album is a small moment in music where we can thank technology and embrace what it can do for emerging musicians on a budget.

Listen to Turning Torso on BandSoup

Free Album Download: Turning Torso- Walker

Video: Crew54- Impala Music

Mos of Crew54 here to thank those that have shown us some love with our first release of the year "Impala Music." We've been throwing around the idea of shooting a video with the HD capabilities of the Droid X cellphone and this video seemed perfect for it, with a smooth riding video to go along with the style of the song. This is just the first new music of the year for us as we prepare for our upcoming releases this year, and many more performances.

RoQ'y TyRaiD- Break Shit

Phoenix MC RoQ'y TyRaiD is back with a Soul Professa educated banger that'll make you want to smash your mouse in unison with the drum hits.


Download: RoQ'y TyRaiD- Break Shit 

Open Mike Eagle's Helicopter Podcast #1

I've been debating doing a podcast for Whiskey Teeth for a long time now, but really do not like my voice on the radio (I used to do AM sports radio in Florida and wept in my room when I heard it played back), so I think it's really dope that Open Mike Eagle decided to open his mic at home and talk at us while playing his favorite tunes.

Episode 1 of the Helicopter Podcast is below. Check OME's site for more in the future.

"It reminds me of a cucumber with a mask for some reason. I got all kinds of psychological issues." 

Download: Open Mike Eagle's Helicopter Podcast #1

N' DangR Species- Now and Later Vicstape

Straight out of Greensboro, North Carolina comes a throwback duo made up of MCs Maf Maddix and Luse Kanz, known together as N'DangR Species. Ignoring the current fashion-fog surrounding mainstream and independent hip hop alike, Maf and Luse equip themselves with the pure and rugged style that wore out discmans in the 90s, while lacing contemporary beats from Flying Lotus, Oddisee, Devonwho, Samiyam, and more.

Here a few sample cuts from the tape, as well as the full, free download.


Download: N'DangR Species- Jungle Gym Rap

Download: N'DangR Species- Circles
Download Mix Tape: N'DangR Species- Now and Later



Track list on the flip side.

Free EP: Cute Attack- Self Titled

Dropping gems in a studio that's nestled in between Bellingham Bay and Lummi Island is a new trip hop duo made up of producer Chance Random and folk singer-songwriter Jenni Potts, better known as Cute Attack. Their new self titled release, which is now available on Bandcamp with a name your own price tag, is a short, simple, and sweet ride through a lost and forgotten world of what I call therapeutic hip hop, known to many as trip hop.

Haunted by Jenni Potts' vocals, Chance Random's beats creep cautiously around her lyrics, but find solace in her warm breath, embracing each note thoughtfully. The chemistry between the two is obvious, and while the length of the record might shock listeners the first go around, they will soon find the perfection in its editing and the beauty in its clarity.

Download Album: Cute Attack- Self Titled

Stream/Track list on the flip side.

1. Birds Intro

2. Silver Padded Box

3. Movement One

4. Found My Way

5. Movement Two

6. Over Here ft. Chris Willis

7. Movement Three

8. Unreal

Video: Droop-E- Hungry ft. TJ and Work Dirty

Droop-E is another artist that I got into in 2010 after coming across his slept on, Sade influenced Blvck Diamond EP. I dug him more so for his production than his rhyming ability, but on this new video he shows an entirely different side and style than he did on the EP. Watch out for the kid (E-40's kid that is)-- double threat from the Bay!

Iz-Real & Icky Slick- The Izslickulus Package?

Atlanta, Georgia spoken word poet/MC IZ-REAL will make your head spin. Combining a Breeze Brewinesque delivery with an electric mic presence, IZ's tracks take numerous spins to absorb but will always buzz the brain the same. On The Izslickulus Package?, Iz connects with fellow weirdo MC Icky Slick to drop deviant rhymes over subterranean soundscapes from DJ Dredi. 

Sidenote: For all you old underground heads reading this, does anyone get that same nostalgic feeling by listening to Iz-Real's stuff? It could easily be mistaken for a late 90's underground demo tape. 

Free download below.

Download: Iz-Real & Icky Slick- The Izslickulus Package?

1. Izzy Icky

2. Organ Donors

3. Hang It Up

4. Skit

5. Space Debris

6. IZSLICKGLYPHICS

7. Problem Hero

8. Skit

9. Feeling Rain Again

Free (or Name Your Own Price) Indie Rock Album: Jeremy Lee Given- Old Flames

Another artists I came across doing stuff for BandSoup. Very nice debut from a relatively unknown artist out of Boston. If you dig Bon Iver, Band of Horses, or Department of Eagles, I'd recommend.

If you are a fan and follower of the current indie rock ethos, Jeremy Lee Given is going to make your head spin. Soaking up influences from some of indie rock's most lauded bands and solo artists, Given's debut album, Old Flames, listens like a greatest hits compilation from the genre's last five years. Spread throughout the album's 9-tracks are hints of Bon Iver, Department of Eagles, Band of Horses, and Vampire Weekend, giving Old Flames a smooth and sprightly taste, despite it being a brazen brew of moods that will numb your entire body once swallowed and digested.

Read More/Free Download on the flip side.

Besides the obvious comparisons one could make about Jeremy Lee Given's voice, there is a lot to be said about the Knoxville born, Boston based singer-songwriter. His vocals, both tranquil and interesting, are pleasant to take in and intriguing enough to repeat; his song construction and sequencing impeccable and clean; and his songwriting skills polished and endearing. If you are a fan of moody indie rock, JLG is a must listen and his latest record holds its own with the most praised folk records of last year.

Old Flames is available via Given's bandcamp page for $0-whatever you want to give. Take a listen, soak it in, let the old flames burn and warm your soul.

Listen to Jeremy Lee Given on BandSoup Here. Download/Stream/Purchase the Album by Clicking 'Artist Link'.

Dem One- Battlin' My Demons ft. Motion Man + Time Line Video

Representing San Jose, California, MC Dem One is looking to stun a new audience with a gallery of vivid audial paintings that capture the South Bay underworld where he resides. Audio Still Life, which was released via digital retailers today, does just that as Dem glides over a fog of vintage underground production and gives hip hop heads a glimpse into his mind, life, and soul. Half conscious rap, half archtypical underground hip hop-- Dem One's debut does the job for the fans that have yet to trade in their hoodies for a stash of v-necks.


Download: Dem One- Battlin' My Demons ft. Motion Man

Chuuwee- French Inhale (Prod. Jonathan Lowell)

One of WhiskeyTeeth's favorite rookies from 2010 was Sacramento MC Chuuwee, so you know we were amped when we heard the 19 year old rapper has no plans of slowing down and is continuing his unstoppable momentum into the new year.

French Inhale is Chuuwee's latest single from his upcoming project with producer Jonathan Lowell. The collaboration project entitled Be Cool is expected to be released at the end of January. Check back here for more updates/leaks.

Peep more Chuuwee coverage here.


Download: Chuuwee- French Inhale (Prod. Jonathan Lowell)

Video: One Be Lo- HisStory

Off of the forthcoming album, B.A.B.Y.