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Rapture & Verse #20

Tue, February 26 2013 5:22pm - Source: ClashMusic.com

So much stuff to pack into this month, chucking everything in willy-nilly is the only way to go.

Skyzoo – Phone Calls

Tue, January 29 2013 7:52pm - Source: Nah Right

On Tuesday, February 19th, Skyzoo will present his LIVE Jazz concert experience 'The Writings of Skyzoo' at Harlem's new hotspot MIST Harlem.

Listen To The Brooklyn Nets' YES Network Theme Song (Prod. Marco Polo)

Tue, December 11 2012 2:18am - Source: Prefix Magazine

There's no way an NBA team can settle in Brooklyn and there not be a media circus surrounding the move.

Slum Village: "Turn Around" F. Rapper Big Pooh, J. Pinder & Go Dreamer (Prod. The Flush)

Mon, November 05 2012 7:03pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

"Turn Around" F. Rapper Big Pooh, J. Pinder & Go Dreamer (Prod. Stankonia Studios' Stankonia Sessions: A3C Edition 2012 is proving to be the gift that keeps on giving. After treating us to Thurz, Skyzoo and Los' " The Sparks " and King Chip, Boldy James, Two9, Peechie Green and Go Dreamer's " Swisha ," the A3C Festival-inspired compilation brings us this gem from some of hip-hop's finest—both new and old.

Download Mick Boogie's 'Brooklyn Originals' Mixtape Featuring Talib Kweli, Busta Rhymes, Skyzoo

Wed, October 31 2012 9:18pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

Perhaps second only to Jay-Z's recent string of breathtaking shows at the Barclays Center, the relocation of the Nets NBA team is probably the best thing to happen to Brooklyn in recent years.

Skyzoo Reveals Why John Legend Is Missing From 'A Dream Deferred', Talks Jill Scott's Fandom

Thu, October 11 2012 5:00pm - Source: The BoomBox

Skyzoo titled his second studio album, A Dream Deferred, based on a concept built on his 2009 debut, The Salvation.

Rap Genius Lines of the Week From Jay-Z, Beanie Sigel, Prodigy, Torae & Skyzoo

Fri, October 05 2012 10:25pm - Source: The BoomBox

Rap Genius is supplying The BoomBox with the top lyrics from the week and serving a meaning behind the raps in the process.

Video: Crooked I & Joell Ortiz Freestyle In Paris

Fri, September 14 2012 3:52pm - Source: Nah Right

most alll Sudanese people have that yellowing in the eye whites.. alotta Haitians too..

Rap Genius Lines of the Week From Young Jeezy, Alchemist, Skyzoo, Jae Millz

Sat, August 11 2012 2:07pm - Source: The BoomBox

Rap Genius is supplying The BoomBox with the top lyrics of the week and serving a meaning behind the raps in the process.

Denzil Porter, A.R.N.D & Skyzoo – “HomeComing”

Wed, May 30 2012 1:28pm - Source: The Smocking Section

Denzil Porter, Skyzoo and A.R.N.D aka A Rapper Name Dame find comfort in the familiar with the new record "HomeComing."

Skyzoo: "Rocket Science" (Video)

Wed, April 04 2012 6:41pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

Frequent collaborators Skyzoo and Illmind worked together on the former's superb 2011 mixtape, The Great Debater , which was later released as a retail album last August.

Native Tongues sort-of reunited (not really); A Tribe Called Quest are subject of Harlem Stage series; Smif-N-Wessun, Buckshot & Skyzoo play FREE show tonight

Wed, February 08 2012 10:20pm - Source: Brooklyn Vegan

As expected , The Jungle Brothers DID bring out members of the Native Tongues (and others) last night at SOB's (2/7), but that did not include many of the "invited guests".

“It’s Like That” – Review Of Señor Kaos’ The Kaos Effect

Sat, February 04 2012 5:24pm - Source: The Smocking Section

For rappers like Señor Kaos – guys with enough talent and guile to break away from a 9-5 existence in pursuit of artistic dreams – the real challenge is figuring out whether they actually have something fresh to bring to the table besides raw skill.

“Streets Of Music” – Review Of 9th Wonder’s The Wonder Years

Sat, November 26 2011 11:20pm - Source: The Smocking Section

One of Hip-Hop's more unique (and occasionally detrimental) qualities is an artist and sound being largely associated with its regions.

9th Wonder: "Jamla's Coming At You" F. Thee Tom Hardy, Rapsody & Skyzoo

Fri, September 30 2011 8:54pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

As we previously reported , the people behind the A3C Hip-Hop Festival are making the event more than just a three-day celebration of rap music.

Mr. Muthafuckin' eXquire - Lost in Translation

Thu, September 29 2011 5:22am - Source: Pitchfork Media

I am totally cognizant of how this review might be utterly pointless.

9th Wonder, Skyzoo: Skyzoo: 'The Internet Changed Hip Hop'

Thu, September 08 2011 2:41pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

If you're into inventive beats and tight lyrics, you've undoubtedly heard of Skyzoo.

Skyzoo: "Rocket Science" (Prod. Illmind)

Tue, August 30 2011 5:59pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

Two months ago, Skyzoo dropped one of the year's finest, albeit slept-on, mixtapes in The Great Debater , which featured production from the likes of 9th Wonder, Oh No, Best Kept Secret, and frequent collaborator Illmind.

Freeway, Big K.R.I.T., Ras Kass to Perform at 2011 A3C Fest

Fri, August 19 2011 2:07pm - Source: The BoomBox

While more artists are being announced every week, representatives for Atlanta's A3C Festival have revealed 80 confirmed artists for their 7th annual hip-hop festival.

Skyzoo: "Atypical" (Video)

Wed, August 10 2011 4:57pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

Even though his debut, The Salvation , was pretty solid, Skyzoo's strongest moments always appear on his mixtapes.

The Latest In “Otis” Freestyles Starring Freeway, Skyzoo & Young Chris

Fri, July 29 2011 3:48am - Source: The Smocking Section

From the way MCs are attacking this "Otis" record, it seems to me that there is a subliminal message to all active Hip-Hop producers that you all are doing a disservice to the workers with bars.

Video: Skyzoo – Test Drive

Wed, July 13 2011 5:04pm - Source: Nah Right

LMAO @ the thought of Hip Hop ever being back where it was. these kids need to hurry up and create the new genre.

Random Axe released LP on Duck Down (stream it), playing shows w/ Smif N Wessun & Black Milk & more

Tue, June 21 2011 6:11pm - Source: Brooklyn Vegan

"I like no female rappers. Not like I don't like them personally; they don't hold my interest. Except MC Lyte," he told Vlad TV.

Skyzoo: 'The Great Debater' (Mixtape)

Tue, June 07 2011 3:50pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

Skyzoo chose to get back into "mixtape" mode last summer with Live From The Tape Deck , a raw collaborative album with producer Illmind.

Illmind, Skyzoo: "Langston's Pen" (Video)

Tue, January 18 2011 11:19pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

In my opinion, Skyzoo and Illmind's overlooked collaborative album, Live From The Tape Deck , was criminally overlooked.

TSS Presents Smoking Sessions With DJ Premier

Fri, December 17 2010 8:25pm - Source: The Smocking Section

The mere mention of the name can elicit a million different emotions from a million different residents of the house of Hip-Hop.

Rapsody – Return Of The B-Girl x “Imagination” Video

Wed, December 08 2010 2:21am - Source: The Smocking Section

Gender be damned, Rapsody is a rapper on a mission to smash all stereotypes and judgments.

Illmind, Skyzoo: "Speakers On Blast" f. Lloyd Banks & Maino (Remix)

Tue, November 23 2010 1:42pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

For the remix to "Speakers on Blast," it appears that Skyzoo and Illmind were looking to take things back to hip-hop's gritter East Coast origins.

“The Winner’s Circle” – Review Of Skyzoo & !llmind’s Live From The Tape Deck

Sat, October 30 2010 12:08am - Source: The Smocking Section

While the Golden Age of the producer-MC collaboration lies years in the past, occasionally a group comes through that reminds Hip-Hop heads why the formula was so effective in the first place. 2010's flashback is Live from the Tape Deck, a glimpse back to the glory days of Gang Starr and Pete Rock & CL Smooth.

TSS Presents Smoking Sessions With Skyzoo & !llmind

Wed, October 27 2010 8:02pm - Source: The Smocking Section

Strength is generally found in numbers and the pairing of one of Hip-Hop's most studious lyricists along with a divergent producer proves just that.

End Of Play 2010: A Hip-Hop State Of The Art Report

Mon, October 25 2010 3:23pm - Source: The Quietus

Bit late up the creek ain't ya, stranger?

Skyzoo & !llmind – “Speakers On Blast” Video

Fri, October 15 2010 1:33am - Source: The Smocking Section

When the lyricism , production and overall execution all align to create an ominous glow, you better have the volume all the way turnt up to damage your inner ear canals.

Black Rob Signs to Duck Down Records

Thu, October 14 2010 4:48pm - Source: The BoomBox

Rapper Black Rob has seen the heights of fame as one of the key artists signed to Bad Boy Records in the early '00s, but nearly a decade later, he's ready to go indie.

Duck Down Records Kicks Off 15-Year Anniversary Tour

Tue, October 12 2010 10:16pm - Source: The BoomBox

Over the last 15 years, Duck Down Records has released some of the hardest independent-minded hip-hop in history.

Sean Price Fires Shots at Kid Cudi

Fri, October 01 2010 8:05pm - Source: The BoomBox

Brownsville native Sean Price is known for telling it like it is, and he isn't holding back when it comes to what he thinks his fans should or shouldn't listen to.

Skyzoo & !llmind – “Speakers On Blast”

Thu, September 02 2010 8:45pm - Source: The Smocking Section

After running circles around their opposition (and throwing them), Skyzoo & !llmind deem in necessary to get back to the mission and blow out some subwoofers.

J. Cole, Tiye Phoenix Win at Underground Music Awards

Tue, August 24 2010 11:20pm - Source: The BoomBox

This past Sunday (August 22), New York City's B.B. King Blues Club & Grill played home to the 2010 Underground Music Awards, which highlights the best unsigned and independent artists within the urban music scene.

Illmind, Skyzoo: "Frisbees" (Video)

Fri, July 30 2010 1:14am - Source: Prefix Magazine

I was feeling this track when I wrote it up a few weeks ago and I'm still feeling it now.

Illmind, Skyzoo: "Frisbees"

Tue, July 13 2010 5:34pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

Skyzoo's collaborative effort with producer Illmind* is the rapper's chance to show off that he's still about releasing mixtape-style projects after his long-awaited debut, The Salvation , dropped last year.

Photos of Skyzoo, Rakaa & Fashawn Live at the 2010…

Tue, July 13 2010 2:57pm - Source: Pop Librarian

Fashawn and Talib absolutely come in and destroy this track, great ode to Nas. Fashawn is one rapper that was featured on XXL that really had made a legitimate name for himself already.

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