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$killz – “Broken Wingz”

(Photo By SoundCloud.Com) “Broken Wingz” $killz first came to the attention of The Illixer during his set at the Mio-Lounge last month with his crew the Sypher Squad. His cool demeanor and impeccable rhymes made him one to watch. Since then, had the opportunity to chop it up a little bit with the Northside Milwaukee …

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Mz. Nova – “True To Me” (Poem)

(Photo By Chris Burton) Blaqlizt singer/poet Mz. Nova (Treena Burtin) has dropped another gem for the Poetry Corner. This one is different from her previously featured material. This time around instead of trying to fix society, she is trying to heal herself. Check out the strong and personal piece below. “True To Me” (Poem By …

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Meet Sacramento Duo: The New Aira

Listen Here The New Aira is a Hip-Hop duo on the rise from Sacramento, California. They have a  sound that blends R&B, Techno, and Pop with the genre of Hip-Hop. The duo consists of P.S. and Michael Paul. The two first encountered each other via a high school gym class. Nothing came of the encounter …

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Kirko Bangz F/ J. Cole – “Drank In My Cup” (Remix)

(Photo By MTV.Com) “Drank In My Cup” (Remix) F/ J. Cole (via Ivy Awino) Houston rapper Kirko Bangz has been causing quite the stir in the music world as of late. His latest mixtape Progression 2: A Young Texas Playa has gotten rave reviews and received over 100,000 downloads just off of Dat Piff alone. …

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T. Wrexz – “The Last Hope” (Video)

Sinista New Breed jumped back behind the camera for another hot video. This video comes from local Milwaukee emcee T. Wrexz. T. Wrexz is a part of a company called World Is Yours Entertainment. World Is Yours Entertainment is a local record label that features up-and-coming Hip-Hop and R&B talents. If T. Wrexz’s name sounds …

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$killz – “Broken Wingz”Mz. Nova – “True To Me” (Poem)Meet Sacramento Duo: The New AiraKirko Bangz F/ J. Cole – “Drank In My Cup” (Remix)T. Wrexz – “The Last Hope” (Video)

May 19

Gat Turner & Viva Fidel – “In Killwaukee”

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“In Killwaukee”

During their previous interviews, conscious Milwaukee emcees/activists Viva Fidel and Gat Turner mentioned that they were collaborating on a project together. The album has been dubbed the Killwaukee Experiment and will focus on the struggles that poor people and minorities in Milwaukee must deal with on a regular basis. For example, the city is currently dealing with the recall of Governor Scott Walker. Gat had this to say about the upcoming mixtape: “It’s more than a mixtape. This undertaking embodies musical mastery, visual metaphors, and Milwaukee in it’s realest form.”  Also, the tape is said to be diverse, honest, and potentially controversial. Additionally, the tape includes guest appearances from well known personalities and artists here in Milwaukee. Read the rest of this entry »

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May 16

Big D & Sinista New Breed – “Put My Foot Down”

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“Put My Foot Down”

Big D is a local rapper here in Milwaukee that The Illixer has gotten to see live in action at venues like Danny’s Lounge. He’s pretty nice on the mic. So when he teamed up with the homie Sinista New Breed and released a track yesterday, had to share it with readers. The production here is ridiculous. Sonically, it is reminiscent of the score from a Classical / Hip-Hop type of piece. Think Hip-Hop violinist Miri Ben - Ari. The hook is fair. The delivery is fine but the lyrics could use a little tweaking. As is, they just don’t quite deliver the punch that the rest of the content does. The verses are first-rate. Sinista brings in the track with the first verse and Big D winds it down with the second. Both rappers came with strong distinct flows, clever wordplay, and heavy hitting rhymes. The duo partake in a little bit of personal reflection while going hard on the track and showing off for the listener. Memorable lines from Sinista include: “I’m proud of who I am and proud of where I been. S–t I’m the Southside’s dopest Mexican. And I’m not trying to brag. Nor do I wanna boast. They think they running s–t. These n—as got jokes.”  Smooth and confident way to kick off the verse. Big D had some noteworthy lines as well: “I put my foot down. I had to stand up. When I had my son, I had to man up. I see you haters. You can’t stand us. Cause yo b–ch wanna Facebook fan us.”  Real words right there and the Facebook line was amusing. Overall, this song is a banger. The production is flawless and for the most part, the content delivers. But please take a listen for yourselves and let your own ears be the judge. Read the rest of this entry »

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May 16

ZZ Ward – “Til The Casket Drops”

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Criminal EP (iTunes)

Remember ZZ Ward? She’s the songstress who is shaking up the music scene via her unique combination of Blues and Hip-Hop. Since she was last featured she has been hard at  work putting together a new EP and polishing up her debut album. The EP is titled Criminal and it dropped last week on iTunes. Criminal is a four song gift to ZZ’s fans for showing her so much love and support. One of the tracks on the EP is a song entitled “Til The Casket Drops.” An audio visual for the track was released on YouTube. Read the rest of this entry »

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May 15

Bass Head Music – “On The Northside” (Video)

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It’s a big week for the homies of Bass Head Music. The group has two major events occurring this Saturday (5/19). One thing taking place is the finals for the Battle Of The Bands, which will be going down at The Miramar Theatre. Details about the competition can be found here. It is really crucial that fans of Bass Head Music show up and show out. The crowd’s reaction to the performers helps decide the winner. Also, the fellas are the only artists holding it down for Hip-Hop. So the win would be a good look for the Milwaukee Hip-Hop scene as well. So go support! The other thing taking place on Saturday is the release of the group’s highly anticipated debut album, Dumb Hoez. If previously featured tracks “Shwasted” and “Heartless” were not enough to peek your interest, a brand new track can be found below.

 

 

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May 15

The GA Gurlz – Girl Groups Are Dead (Mixtape Review)

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Girl Groups Are Dead

The site has been lacking a little bit in the female representation department. Therefore figured it’s about time to get in some feminine features. First up, is The GA Gurlz. The ladies are a four member Hip-Hop group, hailing from Atlanta. The members consist of: Miss Holliwood, Jolly Mac, Phat Gul The Massacre and Big Manda. The ladies were launched into the spotlight via their single “GA Gurl.” The song was the first of many regional hits and was the start of the group’s now major underground following. It also got them attention from some key industry players but the  foursome decided to continue building on their underground success. To date they have released a variety of different singles and finally dropped their debut mixtape in April, entitled Girl Groups Are Dead. May seem like an ironic title but the girls are determined to take their career above and beyond that of the typical girl group. They want to combat stereotypes and push the envelope through their strong song concepts, hardcore beats, and tough lyrics. Will they make 2012 the year that the definition of a girl group changes for the better? Click the jump and let’s find out. Read the rest of this entry »

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May 11

Qewl Miles – The Epitome Hosted By DJ Nu Stylez & Nalege (Mixtape Review)

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The Epitome

Qewl Miles has been mentioned a few times on the site but readers haven’t gotten the chance to learn much about him. He was born and raised here in Milwaukee. His journey into Hip-Hop began with break dancing. From there he moved on to writing rhymes and taking part in battles. By 2002, he had gained a bit of a name for himself and created the stage moniker Yung Wize. Under the moniker he helped form the Fly Boy Music Group brand. The brand consists of a label and group and is currently known as Top Floor Music / Aura Squad. In 2007, he dropped his debut album Da Odyssey which moved some pretty healthy units. Additionally, he and his group got to share the stage with a few well known acts like Pretty Ricky and Rico Love. Following his initial success, the Milwaukee native put his solo career on hold and spent his time writing and working with other artists. In 2010, he returned to the game and renamed himself Qewl Miles. To date he has continued building his fan base and has a positive standing amongst his fellow artists. His style has been described as having an old school flavor with a modern twist. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of sources, Qewl receives praise for his ability to take his deep intellectual thoughts and turn them into striking pictures/stories for his listeners. Qewl’s ultimate goal is to make timeless music that Hip-Hop fans from all walks of life can enjoy. His latest offering comes via his recently released mixtape, The Epitome. The tape consists of mostly original content and production from the likes of Johnny Juliano, Team Green, and more. There are also a few guest appearances from artists such as K-Major, D. Rose, etc. A look into a few tracks can be found after the jump. Read the rest of this entry »

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May 10

Big Curse – “40 On My Hip” (Video)

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“40 On My Hip”

Big Curse of Nak Musick has been mentioned on the site a few times on the producer tip. However, he recently switched things up by taking on the role of emcee. He dropped visuals for a track he did called “40 On My Hip.” It’s a heavy hitting hood banger that has the streets talking. See what all the noise is about below.

 

 

This video is another classic from Sergio Soprano of EsGee Films. The visuals feature Curse giving an intense performance while taking over a few different locations. Some of the scenes are set right here in Milwaukee. But the most interesting scenes were shot at the Military Museum in Waukegan, IL. The different tanks and such make for really striking background pieces. In addition to the main scenes, Sergio dispersed real life war clips throughout the video. The clips show everything from large groups of soldiers marching to major explosions. They definitely give the video an added edge. Also, Curse’s partner in crime Double Oh makes a cameo appearance in the video. The piece closes out with some final military footage and some promotional images done in the same color as the clips. This was a very raw and entertaining project.

**My Two Cents: I’m really feeling both the track and the video. The track is crazy, Curse has bars and the production is wicked. The video was creative and a cool way to bring the track to life. It’s a serious song and wars/the military are no joke. So I like the direction that Sergio went in for the visuals. Readers definitely need to set aside 4 minutes and watch the video. Then head over to Sound Cloud and add the single to your playlist. Nak Musick has a nice little squad on their hands. Looking forward to hearing more from the Southside crew. -MinM

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May 09

Proph – Wool Over My Eyes (Mixtape Review)

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 Wool Over My Eyes (iTunes)

 Wool Over My Eyes (Sound Cloud)

Proph is a well known emcee here in Milwaukee. He also serves as the Co-CEO of the music label Umbrella Music Group. He’s behind one of the biggest local anthems in the state, “Green And Yellow.” He’s received accolades from mainstream heavyweights like Pharrell Williams and shared the stage with others like Wiz Khalifa. And his list of achievements could go on. So it goes without saying he’s one of the top contenders in the Milwaukee Hip-Hop scene. Some might even say he’s about ready to blow up. At the beginning of the month, he dropped a brand new project entitled Wool Over My Eyes. The album was sponsored by music sites Ruby Hornet and Donuts & Milk. It contains ten tracks and features from dope local artists like Klassik. Check the jump for a few standout tracks. Read the rest of this entry »

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May 08

Rest In Peace: Adam “MCA” Yauch (August 5, 1964 – May 4, 2012)

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Last year,  the news of Beastie Boys‘ co-founding member Adam “MCA” Yauch‘s battle with cancer hit the Hip-Hop community pretty hard. Doctors had found a tumor in his left salivary gland. He had surgery and though the surgery didn’t completely get rid of the cancer, he was on a hopeful journey to recovery. This past weekend, the news rocked the industry that MCA had passed away. He was only 47 years old. He leaves behind not only his group but a wife and daughter as well. The exact cause of his death has yet to be revealed. There is some speculation that it was related to the cancer. This tragedy strikes following the Beastie Boys’ receiving a huge honor last month. They were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. MCA was not able to make the ceremony though. His passing really impacted a lot of people in the entertainment industry, as was made evident by the out pouring of love on the web after the news of his death. Read the rest of this entry »

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May 08

Rustik – The Shine (Compilation Review)

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“Smoke Rings” / Classics / Bring Back Hip-Hop (BBH) / The Monster EP 

If readers recall, Rustik was first mentioned on the site in relation to the previously covered runway event at Crisp Pizza Bar with Monk-bms. And though he was part of a trio that night, he definitely stood out on his own. The Illixer got the chance to chop it up briefly with the down to earth emcee and now has the opportunity to share a collection of his music. Rustik has been involved with Hip-Hop since 2003. He started out with a group called Hustle Fam but would eventually find himself working solo. Also, he got into producing and engineering with Man Mantis from Madison. He has worked with some artists who are no strangers to the site like Ole P and Mad Static. And as mentioned before, he and Monk-bms are currently working on a collaborative masterpiece. What he has decided to share is an album that features an assortment of tracks from his catalog and studio sessions with Ikarus Down. The purpose of the project is to showcase the various techniques and styles of Rustik as a songwriter and artist. So without further delay, let’s dig in! Read the rest of this entry »

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