After putting out several solid previews, Killa Kyleon’s newest mixtape Candy Paint and Texas Plates 2 has finally dropped. In addition to featuring production by the likes of Tha Bizness, Lex Luger, and most notably Big K.R.I.T., the record is the latest of the Lone Star State rapper’s projects that continue to show his improvement as an emcee. Read the rest of this entry »

“E’rrybody gotta go!”

That’s what security was telling people in the VIP about a year ago, when Bun B was about to come on stage (it just so happened that in this particular club, you had to go through VIP to get on stage). Nobody moves. Security gets more aggressive. Still nothing. Security says there’s no Bun performance till people move out. No response. About 30 minutes later, they realize nothing can be done, and Bun decides to come out (with some extra bodyguards). Read the rest of this entry »

2005 saw the rebirth of the Houston Hip-Hop renaissance. Local heroes Mike Jones and Chamillionaire rose to platinum prominence while familiar faces such as U.G.K. and Lil’ Flip rode the wave as well to make that Lone Star impression across the entire game. One rapper in particular, with his trademark custom mouthpieces and penchant for endless similes in his lyrics were among those most successful. Calling himself The Peoples Champ, Paul Wall indeed represented the masses with as he hit the million mark with his sales and collaborated with several big names outside of his regional sector.

Fast forward to 2009 and things have cooled down a bit for the H-Town All-Stars. But as Paul Wall explains “there’s no need for a comeback,” for he’s in one of the most comfortable positions of his life. Read along as the Iceman details his latest endeavors which include his latest LP entitled Fast Life and his continuing success in the jewelry biz. The man uses “grindin’” as a regular part of his vocabulary. Days off are for Ferris Bueller, not Paul Wall.

‘TSS, What It Do?’

TSS: So how’s Paul Wall these days?

Paul Wall: Well you know, just grindin’. Just came off the road and getting back in the studio preparing these mixtapes as my new album’s getting ready to drop on March 24th. It’s called Fast Life.

TSS: Your last album [Get Money, Stay True] dropped in ’07, but what were you up to in 2008?

Paul Wall: Really just grindin’. I had did a tour with my boy Tech N9ne and I did a tour by myself; just on the road, hittin’ the road, getting thangs poppin’. I started a clothing line as well called Expensive Taste and the website is I Got Expensive Taste and we kicked that off last year too.

TSS: Is that in conjunction with Travis Barker and Skinhead Rob?

Paul Wall: Yeah, fa’sho.

TSS: Even with all that, do you feel the urge that you need to make a comeback with Fast Life. Do you think you were too low key last year?

Paul Wall: Oh, naw. I feel like I’ve been on the scene because I’ve been in the face of people doing these tours from city to city so I’ve been puttin’ it down. All last year, nonstop grindin’ so hard in the streets so we ready to come hard with this one.

TSS: So what’s your angle this time around? What do you feel you’re bringing to the people?

Paul Wall: Well the Fast Life, the whole theme of the album is just the life we live of a grinder; a go-getter. When you grind 25/8 — 25 hours a day, 8 days a week, that’s how hard you grind and you ain’t stopping. From 9:01 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., that’s how you grind. And that’s just how it is. That’s what the album’s about: grindin’, gettin’ it and everything that goes along with it. Read the rest of this entry »

Jordan had six rings, Chamillionaire has six Mixtape Messiah’s. Tracklisting and link after the break. Read the rest of this entry »

Words By DJ Sorce-1

Summertime is basically here and, if you’re like me, you’re glad that winter is over. Summer always seems more fun than the rest of the year, from the constant BBQ’s to the scantily clad women. But what would a summertime block party or BBQ be without a good soundtrack? Music is one of the most essential ingredients for warm weather social gatherings, and it’s all about having something with a laid back, happy vibe.

Few songs fit the bill better than “25 Lighters” by DJ DMD. Featuring Fat Pat and Lil’ Keke on vocals, this song will instantly set off any backyard BBQ. Watch the video for an idea of how people will react the next time you throw it on at a party. The Al. B Sure “Night and Day” sample and catchy hook will make even the hardest thug posted up on the wall nod his head. So fill up your coolers, fire up those grills and make sure to include this on your Summer Essentials playlist.

DJ DMD feat Fat Pat and Lil’ Keke – 25 Lighters

Bonus – Lil Keke – “Southside” Video