Two weeks ago, I got an email, asking me why we had so many “too many who the hell is that posts.” in our content the past few weeks. There’s an answer to that. One, going to seven sites and seeing the same seven alternating songs & artists is a bore. Two, there’s much more going on out there and we’ve got access to it thanks to Al Gore’s internuts. As evidence, check David Dallas’ remix to “Front To Back,” featuring my brother Buff1. Same boisterous and beautiful track as the OG, but featuring new rhymes from both artists. Which leads me to point three, we lead, they follow. And when they catch up, we’re already on to the next thing. No shots, just a strong opinion.

S’all good though. “Who the hell” artists soon become bigger names and even if they don’t, the music’s good all the same. And that’s what justifies their placement here.

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Download — David Dallas Feat. Buff1 – “Front To Back” (Remix)

The remix will be the bonus track on Dave’s next single “I Get The Feelin” and appears on Buff’s upcoming album It’s A 1derful Life, dropping for the free on Wednesday. Grab it then…or wait til somebody else tells you about it.

On a weekly basis, the amount of coasters that make their way to my PO box is despicable. No offense to those who do send all those discs but I refuse to listen to all that shit because the majority of it usually is some offbrand, niche style of rap that doesn’t float my boat. Read the rest of this entry »

David Dallas is becoming one of my personal favorite up and coming rappers in the game, regardless if the rest of the world is with me or not. Read the rest of this entry »

Photo: Susan Weingartner

Too often, we’re looking for “the next big thing,” while some of the better things in music & life are floating right past us.

I don’t consider David Dallas to be anything “next” except the next cat who’s convinced me that his music is worth a slot on my iPod. What he brings to the table is a distinct flow & an ear for solid production. Production may be an understatement. Let’s say “musicianship” (give part of the nod to the production duo Fire & Ice) to give it a more fitting tone.

Try listening to his “Front To Back” with your eyes closed. Same thing for “Big Time” and “Indulge Me.” You can front on the fact that he’s melanin-challenged or that’s he’s not American. You may even try to front on the slight accent. But what you cannot dismiss is the kid’s sound. While so many artists come onto the scene seemingly trying to find theirs, David’s got his.

The NZ homie’s album, Something Awesome, will be dropping on iTunes @ the end of August. Cash in those gifts cards folks.

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Download — David Dallas – “Front To Back” (Prod. by Fire & Ice)

Previously Posted — David Dallas – “Big Time” Video

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There is only one thing that holds true for everyone around the world equally, and that is the desire to attain some form of success. Read the rest of this entry »