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Aceyalone
Edwin Maximilian "Eddie" Hayes, Jr. (born September 30, 1970), better known by his stage name Aceyalone, is an American rapper from Los Angeles, California, United States. He is a member of Freestyle Fellowship, Haiku D'Etat and The A-Team. He is also a co-founder of Project Blowed. Aceyalone is best known for his role in evolving left-field hip-hop on the West Coast at a time when the West Coast was dominated by gangsta rap. Career Project Blowed and Freestyle Fellowship Aceyalone emerged from the Project Blowed collective, considered to be the longest-running open mic hip-hop workshop. He began rapping as part of the group Freestyle Fellowship, which consisted of Aceyalone, Myka 9, and Self Jupiter. Later, P.E.A.C.E. Freestyle Fellowship developed a reputation for influencing a style of fast double-time rap used by rappers like Busta Rhymes, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, and Migos. Aceyalone was part of Freestyle Fellowship releases of '' To Whom It May Concern...'' and ''Innercity G ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Decon
Decon'' is a New York-based creative studio that houses production, creative, strategy, and music divisions. The company creates campaigns on behalf of brands and advertising agencies. History Originally named Deconstruction Company, the company was founded in 2002 by Peter Bittenbender and Jason Goldwatch after the creation of their award-winning hip-hop documentary and accompanying soundtrack, ''One Big Trip''. The soundtrack was then released as a double-sided DVD/CD in 2002 with Hieroglyphic Imperium Records - it is thought to be the first hip-hop-centric release in the hybrid format. In 2012, Decon earned a Promax Award for work on NBCUniversal's "Green Week" campaign. That year, Misha Louy and Sacha Jenkins both joined as partners, expanding the Production and Entertainment divisions. Decon Records Decon Records is an independent record label that is a division of Decon. It got its start releasing underground hip-hop recordings. It was established in 2003. In 2013, Dec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Magnificent City
''Magnificent City'' is a full American studio album by American rapper Aceyalone, accompanied by American hip hop producer RJD2. It was released on Decon and Project Blowed in 2006. It peaked at number 39 on the ''Billboard'' Heatseekers Albums chart, as well as number 43 on the Independent Albums chart. RJD2 released a compilation of instrumental versions of songs from the album in 2006, entitled ''Magnificent City Instrumentals''. The track "A Beautiful Mine" was adapted as the opening theme of the AMC television series ''Mad Men''. Critical reception At Metacritic, which assigns a weighted average score out of 100 to reviews from mainstream critics, the album received an average score of 81, based on 10 reviews, indicating "universal acclaim". John Bush of AllMusic gave the album 4.5 stars out of 5, saying: "Ten years after West Coast rap began to slow down, Rjd2 shows he can interpret it for the 21st century, with huge hooks that draw listeners in, but clever productions tha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
All Balls Don't Bounce
''All Balls Don't Bounce'' is the debut studio album by American rapper Aceyalone. It was released in 1995 on Capitol Records. In 2004, it was re-released on Project Blowed and Decon as ''All Balls Don't Bounce: Revisited'' with a bonus disc. It was named by '' OC Weekly'' as one of the "Five Classic West Coast Rap Albums Turning 20 in 2015". Critical reception Writing for ''The Austin Chronicle'', Rashied Gabriel thought that the album's production and Aceylone's "various styles" worked to complementary effect. He went on to label ''All Balls Don't Bounce'' "a sureshot record", and felt that it delivered "verbal calisthenics that astound with fresh insight as well as lyrical wizardry." Robert Christgau gave it a "neither" rating, indicating that an album "may impress once or twice with consistent craft or an arresting track or two. Then it won't." In a retrospective review, Steve Huey of AllMusic gave the album 5 stars out of 5, describing Aceyalone as "one of the greatest lyri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Project Blowed
Project Blowed is an open-mic workshop, its affiliated underground hip hop crew and record label based in Los Angeles, California at 3333 Leimert. This hip hop function started in 1994 and features many music groups, emcees, dancers, music producers, and graffiti artists local to the Southern California area.Morgan, Marcyliena (March 23, 2009). The Real Hiphop: Battling for Knowledge, Power, and Respect in the LA Underground. History The roots of Project Blowed can be traced back to the former Good Life Cafe, a health food center in then called South Central Los Angeles, California. It was described by ''UGSMAG'' as "a platform for rappers to perform their material" and "a testing ground for Los Angeles' independent rap scene". Lenny Kravitz, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, and cast members of the show "Beverly Hills 90210" reportedly attended the open-mic. In 1994, Aceyalone and Abstract Rude produced the original ''Project Blowed'' compilation album. It was released in 1995. In 2005 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Love & Hate (Aceyalone Album)
''Love & Hate'' is a studio album by American rapper Aceyalone. It was released on Project Blowed and Decon in 2003. It peaked at number 50 on the ''Billboard'' Heatseekers Albums chart, as well as number 31 on the Independent Albums chart. Critical reception At Metacritic, which assigns a weighted average score out of 100 to reviews from mainstream critics, ''Love & Hate'' received an average score of 66% based on 9 reviews, indicating "generally favorable reviews". John Bush of AllMusic AllMusic (previously known as All Music Guide and AMG) is an American online music database. It catalogs more than three million album entries and 30 million tracks, as well as information on musicians and bands. Initiated in 1991, the databas ... gave the album 4.5 stars out of 5, saying, " ceyalone'srhymes are among the best of his career, and he covers a lot of ground over 15 cuts; nearly every time he makes a record, he makes it clear that rap music has so much possibility that's never ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Accepted Eclectic
''Accepted Eclectic'' is a studio album by American rapper Aceyalone. It was released on Ground Control and Project Blowed in 2001. It peaked at number 36 on the ''Billboard'' Independent Albums chart. Critical reception Steve Huey of AllMusic commented that "the shifting classical samples of the title track make it one of the best productions in his catalog." David M. Pecoraro of ''Pitchfork'' gave the album a 7.3 out of 10, saying, "Sure, it's often funny, and occasionally exciting, but ultimately, the attention to detail inherent in previous works has been marked absent. Shan Fowler of ''PopMatters ''PopMatters'' is an international online magazine of cultural criticism that covers aspects of popular culture. ''PopMatters'' publishes reviews, interviews, and essays on cultural products and expressions in areas such as music, television ...'' named it one of the best albums of 2001. Track listing Charts References External links * {{Authority control 2001 alb ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Abstract Rude
Aaron Pointer, better known by his stage name Abstract Rude, is a rapper from Los Angeles, California. He is the MC of Abstract Tribe Unique, alongside dancers Zulu Butterfly and Irie Lion King, turntablist DJ Drez and producer Fat Jack. He is also a member of Haiku D'Etat along with Myka 9 and Aceyalone and The A-Team along with Aceyalone. History Aaron Pointer is one of the original spawns of L.A.'s historical Good Life Cafe, a renowned open mic venue. Pointer would practice his rapping every Thursday night at Good Life. He is also a member of Project Blowed. In 2009, Abstract Rude released the album ''Rejuvenation'' on Rhymesayers Entertainment. It was entirely produced by Vitamin D. Discography Albums Solo * ''Rejuvenation'' (2009) * ''Keep the Feel: A Legacy of Hip Hop Soul'' (2015) Abstract Tribe Unique (Abstract Rude, DJ Drez & Fat Jack) * ''Underground Fossils'' (1996) * ''Mood Pieces'' (1997) * ''South Central Thynk Taynk'' (1998) * ''P.A.I.N.T.'' (2001) * ''Sho ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hip Hop And The World We Live In
''Hip Hop and the World We Live In'' is a studio album by American rapper Aceyalone. Entirely produced by Elusive, it was released on Project Blowed and Decon in 2002. Critical reception Julianne Escobedo Shepherd of ''Pitchfork A pitchfork (also a hay fork) is an agricultural tool with a long handle and two to five tines used to lift and pitch or throw loose material, such as hay, straw, manure, or leaves. The term is also applied colloquially, but inaccurately, to ...'' gave the album a 7.5 out of 10 and described it as "a good, solid example of the art of rhyme." Steve Juon of ''RapReviews.com'' gave the album an 8 out of 10, calling it "another album that will keep Aceyalone's loyal hip-hop audience pleased." He said, "the album's only clear flaw is that the soundtrack is too static for a mic controller that's so dynamic." Track listing References External links * {{Authority control 2002 albums Aceyalone albums Decon albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Book Of Human Language
''A Book of Human Language'' is a studio album by the American rapper Aceyalone. It was released on Project Blowed in 1998. The album was entirely produced by Mumbles. Critical reception Bill Cassel of AllMusic wrote: "Aceyalone wins major points for even trying to tackle weighty topics like life, death, time, and language." Brian Coleman of ''CMJ New Music Monthly'' called it "one of the most intelligent albums" of the year. Malik Singleton of ''Vibe ''Vibe'' is an American music and entertainment magazine founded by producers David Salzman and Quincy Jones. The publication predominantly features R&B and hip hop music artists, actors and other entertainers. After shutting down producti ...'' described it as "an uninhibited exhibition of lyric artistry laid over jazzy breakbeats and rare groove loops." In 2014, '' Paste'' ranked the album at number five on their list of "12 Classic Hip-Hop Albums That Deserve More Attention". The following year, '' Fact'' placed it at n ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Freestyle Fellowship
Freestyle Fellowship is an American hip hop group from Los Angeles, California. It consists of Aceyalone, Myka 9, P.E.A.C.E., and Self Jupiter. The group was a prominent part of the Good Life Cafe collective, and are part of the Project Blowed collective. History While in high school in the late 1980s, Aceyalone, Myka 9, and Self Jupiter formed the short-lived MC Aces, a precursor to Freestyle Fellowship, at the Good Life Cafe in Los Angeles, California. Subsequently, former high school friend P.E.A.C.E. was added to form Freestyle Fellowship. Freestyle Fellowship released the debut studio album, '' To Whom It May Concern...'', in 1991. In 1993, the group released the second studio album, ''Innercity Griots''. Freestyle Fellowship went on hiatus due to the incarceration of Self Jupiter. In 1998, the group reunited to record the ''Shockadoom'' EP, which would be released in 2002. The group released ''Temptations'' in 2001, and '' The Promise'' in 2011. Style and influences Accor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Myka 9
Michael Lafayette Troy (born January 15, 1969), better known by his stage name Myka 9, is a rapper from Los Angeles, California. He is a member of Freestyle Fellowship, Haiku d'Etat and Magic Heart Genies. Known for years as Mikah Nine, he changed the spelling to Myka Nyne with the release of ''A Work in Progress'' in 2003. Since Magic Heart Genies' album ''Heartifact'' in 2008, he has been credited as Myka 9. History Originally known as Microphone Mike in the 1980s, Myka 9 was a member of the MC Aces with Aceyalone and Spoon Iodine. He ghost-wrote the Rappinstine song "Scream" on N.W.A.'s debut album ''N.W.A. and the Posse'' in 1987. As a co-founder of Freestyle Fellowship, he was instrumental in the scene at the Good Life Cafe in the early 1990s. Released in 1993, Freestyle Fellowship's second album ''Innercity Griots'' is one of the landmarks of Los Angeles hip hop. Their videos for "Inner City Boundaries" and "Hot Potato" brought them to the attention of a wider audience. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Haiku D'Etat
Haiku d'Etat is a super group rap trio featuring Aceyalone and Myka 9 of Freestyle Fellowship and Abstract Rude of Abstract Tribe Unique. All three members are heavily affiliated with Project Blowed, Aceyalone and Abstract Rude being co-founders. The name "Haiku d'Etat" is a portmanteau of ''haiku'' and ''coup d'état'', implying something akin to a musical revolution or a "poetic takeover" as one of their songs puts it. History Haiku d'Etat released their first album '' Haiku d'Etat'' in 1999. It features San Francisco Bay Area live musicians such as David Boyce on saxophone, Emerson Cardenas on bass, Michael Cavaseno on guitar, Damion Gallegos of Fungo Mungo, kBrandow, and The Coup on his Fender Rhodes-88 electric piano and Adrian Burley on drums and percussion. Burley also produced the album. The rap trio regrouped in 2004 without producer Adrian Burley or his band Haiku d'Etat to release the second album '' Coup de Theatre'' produced by Fat Jack. Each of the members are frequ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |