Come check out one of Columbus Ohio’s best spoken word artists, Searius Add, tomorrow night at the Shadow Lounge. Searius Add has been in PIttsburgh several times and every time he earns more new fans. He will be the featured artists the Open Mic Poetry Night and he has a set prepared that will keep you wanting more after his every verse. If you are in the city and you like hip hop and spoken word this event is definitely well worth the $5….See you there!

Pass the Word!

Check out this older battle between Searius Add and Zero….Columbus Hip Hop Battle

Sha-King’s long awaited “No Fly List” project is finally here!  Sha-King has been diligently working on this project for the past few month and I’m sure you will enjoy the finished product. The mixtape features production from Akim Mathematics (NC), London English(UK), TRIBE LLC/ChinChilla Muzik (GA) & Dj Trama (NC)…download it for free below:

If you aren’t familiar with Sha-King aka Sapa Inca’s music, find out why so many people are checking for this new project by listening to some of his previously recorded songs here: Sha-King on Reverbnation

Also stay in tune with Sha-King via his Kizzle Vision Blog here: Kizzle Vision

With no further ado…click the link or either picture below to begin downloading “No Fly List” now…Enjoy it!

PEACE

THE CLASSIC TEAM

“No Fly List”

If you are reading this I’m thinking you are already familiar with Living Proofe and the type of good music he creates. If you happen to be a new comer to his music I will take some time to catch you up a bit.

Living Proofe is a Philadelphia native who currently resides in the city of steel (Pittsburgh, Pa). He uses his time making meaningful soulful hip-hop music, teaching young boys how to become responsible men, and being a father himself.  His laces his songs with lyrics that bond with the listeners forever.  Learn more about him here:  LP Short Bio

Click this link to hear a “4 Pack” sampler from Living Proofe’s up and coming project entitled “Grown Man Traveling” which is mixed by DJ B. Chenk.

Also check other projects featuring Living Proofe on DatPiff.com

“The Movement” – Living Proofe

“Silent Separation” – Living Proofe

“Wake Up World” – Living Proofe

With no further Ado: Here is Living Proofe’s newest video entitled “Celebration.”  It was filmed and directed by Will F of High Impact Multimedia in Atlanta Ga. Tribe LLC produced the track and Living Proofe provided the hot lyrics. Be on the lookout for “Grown Man Travelling” it’s coming this August.

Living Proofe – “Celebration (Livin’ My Life)” Music Video from Will F on Vimeo.

Tell us what you think

Thanks…

Peace

The Classic Team

Ps: If you are in town this week be sure to check Livng Proofe out at the Square One Complex Show tomorrow night.

Be sure to check out the Searius Add’s “Smart Is The New Ganster Tour” tonight at the Shadow Lounge. If you are able to come through you will definitely enjoy yourself. The tour features Sha-King, Jasiri X, Ayatollah Jaxx, and Dru Magus all very intelligent emcees. It’s going down for only $5.

If you aren’t familiar with Searius Add you can learn more about him and listen to some of his poetry and rhymes on his blog: Searius Thoughts

You can also watch Searius Add’s lastest video here: “Lyrics & Love RELOADED”

If you have any question about tonight’s show email me at classic1824@classic1824.com or call me at 412.607.7516. I might have a free ticket for you

Enjoy your afternoon….oh and try to stay cool…Peace

Knowledge Build Allah

The International Council for Peace, Justice, and Empowerment partnered with Sisters in StruggleK, African Liberation Party, and Kulcha House will hold a summit in Atlanta to address the epidemic of youth violence. For over 15 years, the Council has worked all over the U.S. to affect change in the lives of youth afflicted by poverty, and street warfare. Their first summit was held in Kansas city in 1993, at the peak of gang season, and with the collaboration of the council, indigenous leadership, city officials, and even then organizer Barack Obama—the rates of violence in the affected cities decreased dramatically. Since the first Summit the International Council has brought their unorthodox methods of conflict resolution around the world, orchestrating gang truces and implementing preventative social programming.

On February 26th and 27th at Morris Brown University we will convene to address the institutional and capital viciousness that has left our youth and our communities in such desperate disarray. Looking away from the current trend of institutionalizing and criminalizing our youth of color, we will look to use more preventative methods. After all, gang violence can never be stopped without eliminating the need for those protective fraternities. This will only happen by eradicating the impoverished communities and offering peace, reconciliation, and opportunity in exchange for the street life.

This is why we are calling on hip-hop artists who truly exemplify the true spirit of hip-hop to step up and make their contribution to ending the institutional cycle of youth violence, to building an infrastructure that protects against these social tremors.

We are calling all those who are truly committed to this generation to step down for their silos—doctors, public officials, activists, organizers, professors, teachers, families, students, and youth—to put together a framework for action in the Southern region. Hip hop artists are an essential part of this equation.

Help us polish the prophetic core of hip-hop which was is truth telling, establishing a unique identity, and having fun. Your presence or performance could attract thousands of youth and plant the seed of consciousness in their mind. Or your facilitation of a workshop surrounding hip-hop as a tool could truly change the trajectory of a generation.

We are calling all those who truly believe in the elemental power of hip-hop to do your part in eliminating these social tremors and tragedies!

For more information, contact Majestic at (412) 371-3689 x 25 or at majestic1824@gmail.com

Click here to view the embedded video.

Check out the new video from Classic 1824’s Sha-King, “power”, off of his summer release “Yellowseed”… The video was directed by High Impact Multimedia Designs….

To purchase the “Yellowseed” album, check out : www.kizzlevision.blogspot.com

Be on the look out for Sha-King’s new mixtape coming in the Spring, as well as the collabo album from Living Proofe & Sha-King entitled “Boondock Saints” droppin late Spring/Summer ‘10…..

I build that all is well with you thus far this year. I’m coming to you today promoting an event that has a wonderful purpose. Tonight at the Z. Lounge a benefit for cancer will take place between the hours of 10pm and 2am. All the proceeds will go to Stella Creamer, she is a close friend of the promoter who is suffering from colon cancer. As you know Cancer claims the lives of many Americans. Much of this is due to fact that many families aren’t able to afford the high costs of treatment. I won’t even mention insurance b/c if you know anything about insurance you already know that it is difficult to get the coverage you need to take care of yourself. It is important that we all take care of ourselves and those close to us. Exercise and healthy eating is very important to keeping yourself in the best shape.  I wanted to share this link with you so that you can learn how to protect yourself from getting cancer: Ten ways to prevent cancer through exercise If you know someone who has cancer realize that positive thinking can help them as they journey through the process of curing themselves.  Positive thinking and cancer: CBS Story: Studies shows how attitude can overcome cancer A woman’s personal experience: how positive thinking helped her.  I build that this information is helpful for you and your loved ones.

If you have time come out later and check out these artists as they give their time and energy for this wonderful cause.

PEACE

Hip Hop Benefit 4 Cancer

Well first and foremost I want to thank you all for reading and following Classic 1824. It has been a great year for us.  We worked with a lot of great people, organizations, groups, and businesses this year include but not limited to: 720 Records, Ya Momz House,  Time Bomb Crew, Style & Steel, Jenesis Magazine, Daniel Lavelle’s Camp, Rhyme Cal, Weapons of Mass Production, The NFL Kickoff/1Iota, Community Empowerment Association, Windgap Chartiers Athletic Association, Shadow Lounge, Capri Bar, Firehouse Lounge, DJ Chevy, DJ B. Bonics, DJ Tee Jay, DJ Blakk Steel and more.  We look forward to working with you this up and coming year.

Also this year Sha-King of Classic 1824 released “Yellowseed”, I Medina aka Angel Eye of Classic 1824 released “Eyewitness”, and Living Proofe of Classic 1824 “Wake UP World.’” If you haven’t heard any of these projects get with us via email: classic1824@classic1824.com and I’ll make sure you get a copy for yourself.   Stay tuned in to www.classic1824.com for updates on these artists, their projects, videos, blogs etc.

We thank you all for all of your support!

I wanted to let you know about some events going on tonight in Pittsburgh, Pa.  No matter what you choose to do for this Gregorian New Year be safe and have fun.

Peace

1. Shadow Lounge Presents Recession Stepping hosted by Gene Stovall.  Dee Jaying tonight will be DJ SMI, DJ Sean Mc, and DJ Dan Dabber (5972 Baum Boulevard; East Liberty)…Free Royal Caribbean food from 9p-11 – $10 See more here: flyer: Recession Stepping Facebook info: Recession Stepping

2. DJ Chill Cosby aka Madd Buddha and J Malls will be playing groovy tunes for you to jam to at New Amsterdam (4421 Butler Street; Lawrenceville) – $10

3.  FATE Lounge’s NYE10 celebration with guest performance by Common Wealth Family.   (1650 Smallman; strip district) – $10 here is a link for this event: NYE09

4.   Super Star DJs Spaed Money, PORTNOY!!! (MPLS), Ollie 6.0, Thickframes, Crown Boogie, and special guest Miss J will be slammin the hottest jams all night. You won’t want to miss a special LIVE performance by BZE the Cuban Cruise Missile to kick off the New Year.  Plenty of surprises, good food, and good people all night! – $5  facebook info: NYEParty flyer: NYEParty

5. B. Marshall Productions & Rovalike Records presents: NEW YEARS EVE Hot Boyz Party Starring Juvenille  &  B. Gizzle – $40; Discount VIP; $75… for VIP Booths/Bottles call 724.205.9376  facebook info: Hot Boyz NYE: Flyer: Hot Boyz NYE

6. The S Bar is having a NYE party tonight as well. It’s$10 to get in and $60 for all you can drink til 1am $80 for all you can drink tip shelf.

7. Firehouse Lounge is having a NYE2K09 party featuring:  DJ Out Of Reach and DJ Strobe spinning some real hot hot music.  Why wait in lines or be hassled with a cover charge AND have to pay for drinks when you can enjoy an all inclusive package w/limited tickets sold?  $100/person OR $180/couple  Ticket includes: * PREMIUM Open Bar * Champagne Toast * Heavy Hors D’oeuvres * Breakfast* VIP available. For more info click the links – Flyer:  NYE2K09 Facebook info: NYE2K09

What ever you choose to do; be wise and don’t drink too much!

SEE YOU IN 2010

Peace!!!

Tomorrow night will be a special night at the Shadow Lounge. For it is the night for Classic Material!!! This month Classic Material teamed up with the Time Bomb Crew and East Side Entertainment to bring you a very special holiday event. For this month’s featured dee jay is none other than NYC’s own Tony Touch…That’s right Tony Touch will be in town tomorrow night at the Shadow Lounge.

Here is all the info:

***Classic Material – Timebomb – East Side Ent***
present:

A special holiday version of Classic Material
W/
Dj Tony Touch (NYC-Rock Steady Crew)-www.tonytouch.com
+
The Smoken Sextion feat. Lord Digga (Formerly of Masta Ace’s INC. Crew) (NYC)
DJ’s-SMI, Selecta, Hank D
MC-BZE
Toasted by B-Tree
Holiday giveaways and more!!!

Wednesday December 23rd-10pm-2:30am
Shadow Lounge 5972 Baum Blvd.

18 and over

Tickets are available at 720, Timembomb, Natural Choice or online at: www.timebombshop.com & www.showclix.com

If you have never heard of Tony Touch find a brief write up about him and his history below.  See you there…

Peace

TONY TOUCH, an icon in Hip-Hop and in the Urban Hispanic genre plus seasoned player in the game, is a true innovator and has revolutionized the DJ game over and over. From his legendary mixtapes, to his skills on the 1’s and 2’s, to becoming Hip-Hop’s most recognized DJ. This C.E.O/Artist/ Producer, is now currently working on his eighth commercial release titled “The PieceMaker 3 …The Return of the 50 Mc’s” and is expected to make history once again.

Tony Touch began as a B-boy during the rap music renaissance era of the early 80’s. Heavily influenced by pioneers like Crazy Legs and the Rocksteady Crew, Grandmaster Flash, Red Alert,Little Louie Vega and Jam Master Jay, he quickly shifted his interests towards the turntables. Toca is known for legendary mixtapes like the 50 Mc’s parts 1, 2 and 3. Included in this series are some of the hottest artist in the game such as KRS One, Kool G Rap, Big Daddy Kane, Wyclef, M.O.P, Big L, Mos Def and many more all coming together for one collective piece. This along with the countless other mixtapes, Tony became recognized in the streets and by the industry as the real ‘Mixtape King.’

Tony Toca evolved his mixtape’s to record releases. In 2000, Tony released “The Piece Maker” on Tommy Boy Records. This album sold 400,000 units worldwide and featured legendary artists like Big Pun, Cypress Hill, Wu-Tang Clan, Busta Rhymes, Eminem, Gang Starr and much more. The single “I Wonder Why” featuring Total was a hit and the video featured cameos from John Leguizamo, Rock Steady Crew, Grand Master Flash,The Awesome 2, Marley Marl, Dj Premier and more. Since then Tony Toca released “The Piece Maker 2”which also had an all-star line up with features such as P. Diddy, Fat Joe, Sean Paul, Snoop Dogg and legendary Ruben Blades. Toca is also known to represent the urban Latino community to the fullest with his Spanglish lyrics and Salsa roots. It is the result of growing up with Salsa at home and Hip- Hop influence in his lifestyle. in 2005 Tony inked a deal with EMI records and revolutionized the game once again with his Reggaeton album, ReggaeTony. The hit single “Play That Song,” featured Nina Sky and B-real of Cypress Hill. This cd had an All-Star line up such as Tego Calderon, Zion and Lenox, Pitbull, Ivy Queen, NORE, , Voltio, Mexicano, Thirston Howl III and Soni just to name a few. The album went GOLD and with that success, EMI moved quickly to release ‘ReggaeTony 2′. This cd featured more heavyweights including Lumidee, Plan B, Joell Ortiz, Tru Life, Don Chezina and the Beatnuts. To this date Tony has sold over a million records worldwide.

Touch continues to be in demand globally. The proof is in the passport as he has toured over 30 countries including Japan, Australia, Puerto Rico, London, France, Greece, Russia, Brazil, Germany, Columbia, Switzerland, Italy and Cuba…..just to name a few. He’s also acted as tour dj for acts like Cypress Hill, Gurus’s Jazzmatazz, Rock Steady and the Beatnuts. You also may have caught Tony on TV shows such as“Saturday Night Live” and “The Dave Chapelle Show” spinning for Eminem. Don’t forget the radio waves you might have heard him on in New York such as Hot 97, Power 105, and WBLS. In 2004, Eminem and manager Paul Rosenberg closed a deal for their own radio station on Sirius Satellite called Shade 45. Tony Touch was quickly recruited to host TOCA TUESDAYS (every tuesday night) from 8pm to Midnight E.S.T….and to this day can be heard LIVE all over the world.

Those that know me know that I’m deep into what some would call ‘Oldhead Music’… You know, the kind of music that’s hard to find on CD; The kind of music your drunk uncle plays at the barbeque while he sips Taylor Port; The kind of music that many of us were conceived to…. In order to expose the world to some of the selections that get me through the day (& night), I present to you the 70’s Baby/80’s made me playlist. All the songs were produced between 1972-1986 & I think serve as a soundtrack to the developmental years of those who came of age during Crack’s untimely rise.

The first selection is from Pittsburgh-born & Philly-bred artist Phyllis Hyman. While she’s know for alot of her 80’s works, “No One Can Love You More”is a 70’s gem. Check it out & give me some feedback to the 1st of many throwbacks!

I Majestic