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I saw the same news. I can't say I care about the project, but whatever... Will Smith & Jay Z Are Partnering For New Comedy Series “Higher” On HBO andrewsomuah | January 26, 2014 | 0 Comments Jay Z and Will Smith are among the executive producers for the new HBO comedy series, “Higher.” The series is written by Irvine Welsh and is a fictional comedy set in the massive world of electronic music (EDM). Top UK DJ, Calvin Harris, will also have his hand in helping the heavyweights explore the world of EDM. The three will be teaming up on the project with their perspective production companies. Although, Jay Z and Will Smith have a series in the works, they are also working together to reboot the classic film “Annie.” Slated for a December 2014 release, it will feature thespians such as Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz and new breakout star, Quvenzhané Wallis. Andrew Somuah(@Drewtheabstract) http://thesource.com/2014/01/26/will-smith-jay-z-are-partnering-for-new-comedy-series-higher-on-hbo/

By the way, Real Hip Hop Forever on Facebook has been sharing Jazzy related pix and videos all day.

Glad to hear he loved it. Still kicking myself that I couldn't figure out a way to get my video up.

Looks good. If I revisit getting my video, maybe you can add a link to it...lol

I don't think I could compare it to her first album. I love Kiss The Sky to this day. It's a perfect representation of her at the time. It's been 15 years and this is a perfect representation of NOW. I love that it's very much rooted in true R&B and Soul music, but that there's an experimental edge to it. People like R. Kelly and Beyonce should take notes after the albums they've recently released.

Yeah, the art involved in making this song is just dope to me. One top of that, I feel that some people underate Phife...and I hope this song/album kills that. I also love that the song has some serious emotional weight to it. Songs like this are what I miss.

I've been listening to this non-stop since she posted it on Facebook. I'm sooooooo happy with her new music.

OKP Premiere: Phife of ATCQ Unveils His New Single “#dearDilla” Okayplayer is proud to present the new single from the one and only Phife of ATCQ fame, titled simply “#dear Dilla.” We have had quite a run of black superhero worship this New Year season–our grief at the passing of Mandela and Amiri Baraka joining our celebration of the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. and birthday bashments for Muhammad Ali and yes, ?uestlove. It’s almost February now, though, which means we turn our attention to the star that burns among the brightest of our personal constellation of black superheros–he may not be a freedom fighter or a heavyweight champ but J Dilla still changed our lives with his music, an effect that goes beyond the thoroughness of his skill as an originator and approaches the spiritual. Speaking of the things that make us laugh and cry with nothing more than drums and his distinctive ear for harmony, there’s no doubt that Dilla is the ultimate beatmaker OF ALL TIMES. We are blessed to share with the Okayplayer massive this touchingly personal letter to Dilla from his friend and collaborator Phife Dawg–a black superhero (ok, assassin) in his own right. A prayer for the departed over an immortal KC & The Sunshine Band break (capably looped by DJ Rasta Root) “#dearDilla” is about as fitting a soundtrack for Dilla week–not to mention intro to Phife’s new-brand solo album “MUTTYMorphosis.” Without further ado: “#dearDilla” (scroll down for back cover art with complete credits and the official press release from Phife’s camp). :: For Immediate Release:: Phife is set to release his new single ‘#dearDilla’ on Tuesday, January 21st. on Smokin’ Needles Records. #dearDilla is an open letter to his long time friend and producer, the legendary J Dilla (James Dewitt Yancey), who passed away on 2006 from complications from a rare blood disorder. With a soundscape created by DJ Rasta Root, Phife talks to Dilla about the current state of music and how much he and his work are missed. “Before J Dilla passed, he and I were playing phone tag, I didn’t even know he was that sick until it was too late,” Phife said. “We didn’t realize we were both going through a lot with our health and never got to sit and talk about it together.” I felt like this song is that conversation. “I’ve been wanting to record a dedication to J Dilla for the longest, it just seemed to finally be the right time to do it,” said Phife from his home in Oakland, CA. “It was very therapeutic for me to do this. There are a lot of people dealing with renal failure and I wanted to make this a conduit, a way for people to put their health issues out there.” #dearDilla combines the drum loop that Dilla used for Slum Village’s “Hold Tight” layered with Dilla’s distinct ad-libs sprinkled through out the track. Rasta Root enlisted the help of the DMV’s own V.Rich for the beautiful keys that make up the song’s hypnotic melody and a warm bassline by Atl’s own “DETOXXX”. “The song organically came together piece by piece. Originally I looped it up to just have a new way of mixing in that song. Then it snowballed in to what you hear today. I wanted fans of Dilla and Phife to feel right at home with this track. I am very proud of Phife for opening up like this and giving the world this musical gem.” said Rasta Root from his Atlanta home studio. #dearDilla also has an amazing visual directed by Chicago’s own Konee Rok. They shot the video over three days in Chicago and Detroit. ‘This is the most heartfelt project I’ve ever been blessed to be a part of.’ said Konee. ‘and represents the return of honest Hip Hop.’ Of the song, Konee also adds, ‘This is not just another rap song, but meaningful music. Art. If this was my last video, I would die happy.’ The visual for #deardilla will have a premier in Atlanta on Feb. 6th at the Midtown Art Cinema (7:30-9:30pm) with a Q & A. Then also premiere at Dilla Day in Detroit on Feb. 7th. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- U can hear the song at the actual link. It's FLAWLESS!!! http://www.okayplayer.com/news/phife-a-tribe-called-quest-new-single-dear-dilla-mp3.html#.Ut7i7vtOmM8

They aired this when the first aired the last episode. I'm pretty sure it was the only time their aired it. As you can see, they did it while the credits were running. I have this on tape somewhere.

I like that FP will be on there when there's a rating surge. I also like that Jimmy Fallon respects his music...I smell something musical happening that evening. I could care less in terms of everything else...lol. I don't think Jimmy is funny or very talented. Pretty similar to how I feel about Leno. I'm actually bummed that FP hasn't been on Arsenio again. They go way back...it just doesn't make sense.

This is hilarious.

It's saying the file is too big too email and it won't upload on YouTube. I'm insanely sick and throwing in the towel on this ideal. :(

JAMAL - Keep It Real Last Chance, No Breaks (1995) Someone tell me the 90's didn't have the best Hip-Hop music and I'll fly to your house and punch you in the face.

Well, I clicked a bunch of buttons Movie Maker and things seemed to make sense even though I didn't know what I'm doing. For some reason I couldn't get the video up on YouTube so I emailed it directly to Kev. The email sent immediately, as if there was nothing attached to it. I can only hope it sent properly.

I just started downloading Movie Maker. It looks like it's gonna take awhile. I understand Kev is working on a timetable, so I understand if my video can't make it on there, but I'll be able to try tonight and tomorrow if he can work with that kind of time.

Thanks for the advice, Tim. My cousin did some work on my computer years ago and we wiped everything I didn't use (Movie Maker) off of it. I'll see if I can get it back on here and find another way to get the video up.. I bumped the wire on my memory card reader, so I think is messed up the upload on YouTube...lol. Who knew this was gonna be so difficult?!

I'm pretty sure I'm not gonna be able to be a part of this video. My computer simply isn't built to upload it. Around 11:30 last night I started uploading it. It's now 5:54 the following evening and it's only 40% uploaded. It went from 3 hours, to 6 hours, to 19 hours, and now 28 hours. All this for a four minute video that consumed my entire evening to shoot....lol. I wish there was some other way. I can't email it because the file is too big.

Okay, mine is about the length of Jim's and I can't do it again...lol. I just spent my entire evening changing what I was saying to condense it...lol. The thing is, I never upload videos online, so I'm wondering how I can get this to Kev. It's too big for email, so I'm uploading it to YouTube. Which is apparently going to take 6 hours on my slow computer. Any suggestions for me? I only have NOW because I need to get to bed soon, plus I have working the morning.

I KEEP TALKING TOO FREAKING LONG FOR MY VIDEO!!!! :::JJ+FP fanboy problems:::

I like this. It's moody and honest, yet the music doesn't sound too moody. It definitely has an edge on. She mentioned this new EP a couple months ago, so I like to see something coming off it. She's worked on previous albums that never got finished or put out. I think it's definitely her time.

I love the video, Jim. You are conversational and transparent in the whole thing. There's no reason to not be pleased with it. I just realized I need to do mind tomorrow. Once I get off work, I'm gonna see if I can make it happen.

Dope interview! Thanks for sharing this. Skee-Lo is good people. I'm glad his still getting paid for his past greatness and I hope he spots like this get him more attention.

I loooooooooooooove this song. The music is solid, fresh, and retro all at the same time. It's got a tad of a 90's vibe. Willow sounds great...real confident. This is also one of my favorite raps by Jaden. Even with a mid-tempo flow, there's a bit more "life" and "attack" behind his delivery. Great song. Isn't it about time for an album?

I'm happy to see a new episode. The interviews did get a little repetitive. I like the energy DJ Ferno brings.

Tyrese was on Arsenio the other night and had some good things to say about our favorite emcee. http://www.arseniohall.com/video/interviews/3415_Tyrese_Opens_Up_About_Paul_Walker_s_Death/index.html?011413