– 7# Performance Artist Review Velvet Jones– An artist that is rarely appreciated was the DJ. At many events related to Catalyst Hip Hop, Velvet Jones seems to br the DJ (the ones I’ve seen). There are other really skilled Dj‘s in the Catalyst residence that probably shut it down before I started writing these reviews. When it comes to a DJ with prodigious talent, I put Velvet in that category, easily. I don’t have much to say about his performance on a technical level because I’m not a sound guy. I can say on a sonic aesthetic level, Velvet was on point. No discernible problems, that is the high praise for those who operate professionally in sound. They are the people in the background. Without them, there can be no show(well, not a very a good show).
A monthly Hip Hop event hosted by Props and Bonds. Organic Hip Hop lives here, get the full range from Bboys, Freestyles, Cyphers, Artist Performances (main stay), Poetry, whatever is in the Hip Hop Spirit specturm elements can be found here. If your in Miami check it out, its free.
– 6# Performance Artist Review Spaz– The last act to grace the stage of Props and Bonds Saturday Mic Live was an artist by the name of Spaz. To be very honest, it might seem like I’m bias when I say the things I am about to say about Spaz. Why, because I happen to know him on some level prior to this event. That being said, this is not that at all, if its one thing I am, its very even handed. Spaz is one of the best emcees I know of period. When I coined the term “Bless The Mic With Bars“, Spaz is one of the emcees I had in mind when I developed that term. He is honestly amazing and the group Zolomon Grunji is like a super team of emcees.
– 5# Performance Artist Review Protege QOQ– Another great performer came to the stage, his name is Protege QOQ. I didn’t know about him before but I do now. Protege is a great artist, great performer and a really cool guy overall. From what I saw that night, Protege is definitely going to get better. Which is scary in a way, if your a competitor. Its talent and drive with this guy, he has a focus that I don’t see often. What made Protege even more spectacular is that he marked the room. What I mean by this, is that the performer prior to him, Tamika J was amazing. She had given a spectacular performance, which vibed differently to anything we had hear prior that night. It was a tough act to follow, if I hosted this event, I would’ve held an intermission so that the stage could cool off. However Protege showed me he doesn’t need intermissions, or any handicaps. He breaks through walls, that’s the type of guy he is, as time goes on raises the value of his performance that night to me.
– 4# Performance Artist Review Tamika J– I am going to have to sincerely thank Props and Bonds Saturday Mic Live for blowing me away with this literally surprising performance. This is the first time I have ever seen Tamika J perform to my memory. I was beyond impressed with I heard and saw that night. I really value the sincere expression of the personhood of the artist. Well, Tamika J has soul, its just that simple, even If I wanted to, I could not reduce it any further.
– 3# Performance Artist Review Young Blesson– Props and Bonds booked Young Blesson, a performer that I really like alot. The most important thing to me when I listen to, or see an artist ,is to sincerely feel I am getting that artist. Young Blesson always seems to bring himself, I’ve never seen him short change anyone on that. That is an really important and underrated quality that alot of people do not look for enough. So, that is one of the first reasons why I like Young Blesson, and as expected that night he delivered with maximal effort. Its hard not to respond to sincerity and Young Blesson‘s performance helped to bring me out of a hard mental time. His intro was very interesting and funny as he talked about his hustle. He states that he can be very …. ruthless is not the word… beyond serious maybe about express when it comes to getting his money. From what he expressed about his side dealings in the intro he has a very good business ethic. It honestly wasn’t surprising to me because it comes through in his music. He’s a really nice guy, but he is Read More…
–2# Performance Artist Review Southern Slaves– The next act of the night was a group called Southern Slaves. They are a pretty good local Hip Hop group in Miami, Florida. (Personally believe that they need to release music videos). Honestly, I did not catch much of their performance mentally because I was in a bit of a place when they performed. However I have seen perform before and the crowd always loves them, it seems.
– 1# Performance Artist Review Dermo– The first official act of the night was by Dermo. He’s tall and big man, with a good character. He came dressed in black and sported a sharp and cleanly handled beard. As imposing as his statue and figure is in a crowd, his abilities as a performer are even bigger. Dermo’s a crowd raiser, he gets people moving and acting. That’s one of the biggest performance points I took away form him. This is actually not an easy thing to do, but Dermo does it so organically. I noticed people moving their feet and responding energetically to key moments in his street witty bars. He definitely had the attention of a few ladies who were just entertained by his character (should bring out to spots to perform some homies can rebound off the shots he doesn’t chases down lol).
–Introduction– Props and Bonds Saturday Mic Live is an event that is hosted normally at and with Catalyst Hip Hop Miami (part of the reason it is free to attend). This happens monthly and usually showcases local artist but non local artist also regularly grace their stages. –Music Quest : Props and Bonds September 17 support through the pain This Saturday Mic Live happen to take place on September 17 around 9 PM. It is usually hosted by Luni Lunvin and Kosi Victor (two members of the group Silent Hand). The event is free and a sizeable number of people attended the that night.
Absolute Zero: Zero (Music Video) This is my title track form my self titled album “Zero“. This dark track sets the tone and the mood of the album. I was able to work with Dom on the music video. Its a very simple concept, but I really enjoy the way this came out. I’m not an visual artist, but it always amazes me the what people can draw. [Verse 1: Zero] Absolute Zero, no metaphors this time. I’m a absolute zero Ever met a nigga who this lame deranged insane with brains and pain at the same time Never knew another mother fucker who is this real Standing out like a skinhead up in Is-rael All time loser jobber of the year niggas saying I’m lame and bitches saying I’m queer It’s the loser saying fuck you if you don’t know Pro bono might just teach a lesson to you broke hoes Catch me on the low filming low budget pornos Not gay for the green might fuck bro I don’t give a fuck though even if you hate me Middle finger to the deity that make me Made me maybe nigga you crazy Get in line lynch mob Read More…
Props and Bonds Presents: SATURDAY MIC LIVE SATURDAY October 22nd 9PM – 2AM at @catalyst_hh 301 Westward Drive, Miami Springs, FL 33166
Follow Righteous Rod Alright I’m going to take this moment to talk about Righteous Rod. I first met Righteous Rod at the Hip Hop For Flint Charity Concert. The dude was really energetic and really enthused about his set. I have to say he gave an amazing performance. This is especially true, given the fact that there were technical difficulties at the event. This prevented the music from playing properly while he was performing. The dude still killed it, energetic and keyed into his performance. I ended up listening to Rod’s music on soundcloud, and I was really impressed by what I heard. What impressed me about him the most is how many different styles the guy raps in. I myself like changing up my flow and cadence, so I really give out props to other artist for being able to do that. I really do like that the songs I’ve heard from him so far.
Every 2nd to last Saturday of every month. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Props and Bonds Presents: SATURDAY MIC LIVE SATURDAY September 17th-@fumalandia on the mic, @marcel_sings beatboxing, @bradplayshorn on trumpet and of course @luni_lovin the master of ceremonies. This is the kind of craziness you can expect from Saturday Mic Live! Come thru TONIGHT, doors open at 9PM and the show starts at 10PM- ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Props and Bonds Presents: SATURDAY MIC LIVE SATURDAY September 17th 9PM – 2AM at @catalyst_hh 301 Westward Drive, Miami Springs, FL 33166 ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ ???? Artist Performances ???? Freestyle Cypher ???? Classic Video Games ???????? Networking Event ???? Good music, cool ass people and unforgettable memories ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ ✅ PRESENTING: @protegeqoq @cavemanchris420 @spaz305 @dermdzl @tamikajmusic @southernslaves ✅ HOSTED BY: @luni_lovin @realnamekosi ✅ SOUNDS BY: @vlvt_jones ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ #PropsandBonds #SaturdayMicLive #catalyst #southflorida #miami #miamiartist #music #miamimusic #hiphop #rap #cypher #freestyle #emcees #liveband #indie #September #art #artistic #socialevents #events #supporters #LoveForJoel #CatalystAnniversary #15YearsStrong #fismits
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Its your boy Absolute Zero, Defender of the Universe, and I’m back to talk about Kooley4rmTheAve. I first met this artist at the Hip-Hop For Flint Charity Concert. That night I saw Kooley come in and perform a very live set. Kooley came in and delivered really dope bars over amazing beats. He was really energetic in his performance and his songs sounded really good. His performance was tight and really got me interested in his music. When I made it around to checking Kooley’s soundcloud, I was very impressed with what I found there. The only problem I have with Kooley’s soundcloud is, that he only has two songs. This appears to be all the music Kooley has released so far. I can’t hold this against Kooley too much because the two songs he does have uploaded are amazing. The first song I heard from Kooley is a song called “High Love”. Here we see Kooley delivering a heavily autotuned rap verse. I don’t listen to a lot of autotune music, but Kooley pulls it off so well the song just flows. The song features a smooth female vocal feature on the hook. This Read More…
I first heard Jred at the Hip Hop 4 Flint Charity Event. This was a charity event to raise money for the people of Flint Michigan after their drinking water crisis. At the event I heard Jred perform a nice set. Jred performed a set full of trap flavored bangers. His performance was high energy. Jred danced his way across the stage while playing heavy beats. This all came together for a fun show. Jred I got a chance to listen too Jred‘s full length project “Before The Fame”. My initial impression of Jred is that he is a rapper who is most comfortable making slightly dark, trap influenced bangers. Jred talks a lot about drugs, a lot about his swagger, and a lot about his grind on this project.