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peared, Ish deserves the title “artist.” The p-funk inspired song sounds like it could have been on a George Clinton or Parliament album. “Pimped Out Penthouse” is funkier than the garbage man’s socks; yet it’s a breath of fresh air.
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Nappy Headz f/ Total Kaos & JIT “What They Do” Shaheed @ Stargate, 850-656-1292 Rowdy, Rowdy! Talk about a Florida anthem. The Nappy Headz land another hit with this one; it’s guaranteed to get the clubs krackin’! “We take it from Leon County to Duval, headed to Dade county with the roof off and we don’t carry guns for nothin’, we shoot dog!” Uh, someone call security… they’re fightin’ in the club! Suave Smooth f/ Red Rat “Shake It” Jermaine Watson @ Headquarter Records 561.389.5525 This song will definitely get the ladies out of their seats. “Little mama, just shake, shake, shake it for me.” The hard-hitting beat almost commands your body to move without your permission. There’s a nice balance between Suave and Red Rat, not too much reggae, not too much hip hop. It’s a great song for Suave; it can work in the clubs or on the radio. Jacki-O “Slow Down” JR @ Poe Boy, 305-817-8817 With her debut album “Poe Little Rich Girl,” coming soon, Jacki-O has proved that she’s got what it takes to snatch “The Madame of Miami” title. The Timbaland-produced “Slow Down” shows the other, more lyrical side of Jacki that we didn’t get to hear on “Nookie.” Instead of using her goodies to get our attention, she uses her delivery and wordplay. Jacki-O has proved that she’s not just a girl gone wild, she’s also an MC.
Poppa Dizzom “Damn You Looking Good” Tony @ Creepnik, 954-274-2406 Big shouts out to the girls that get down on the flo, on the flo. That’s right, they don’t hardly ever get any love…at least till now. “Damn You Looking Good,” is all about letting them know that they really are special, even if only for one night. Junior Varsity f/ Jeff B “Shorty” Derrick @ Mad Hype, 770-263-2019 There’s just something about love rap songs that’s just unsettling. However, Junior Varsity pulls it off. Even though it’s a love song, it has a lil’ bounce to it; nice beat, nice lyrics and nice hook. Radio should suck this one up; it’s got the right formula.
Choppa “Hot Piece” Von @ Body Head, 850-479-2918 Choppa definitely sticks with what works, he brings us another bounce beat to follow up “Choppa Style,” that will have all the hot pieces out on the dance floor p-poppin’. Make that money, make that money, make that make that make that money! The singing on the song kind of waters it down, but nevertheless, it still has the potential to be another club banga!
Mr. Mo f/ Jim Crow “Brown Liquor Party” Rico @ Dreamworld, 770-934-1300 Tight work! Mr. Mo from the Atlanta-based group Jim Crow and Sean Paul of the Youngbloodz deliver some great versus about the variety of brown liquors that they enjoy. If you need anything to get the party jumped off, then pop this song in the CD player and your mouth will be watering as you think about some Congac, Tequila or another brown liquor.
Mr. Charlie f/ D. Capital “That’s That Shit” Byron @ Chronic, 305-512-4774 Mr. Charlie delivers an upbeat song made for the clubs, you almost can’t help but to sing along. “Turn your head to the side, shake ya booty, hands high, that’s that shit!” Whether you like it or not, the song will be stuck in your head after you listen once.
Blood Raw “Represent” Charles Wakely @ Blood Raw, 352-246-4495 Much respect to the grind. Blood Raw is the streets, biatch. The good thing about Blood Raw is he delivers his grimy rhymes with lyrical prowess and a unique, memorable voice. “You don’t stay where I stay nigga, you don’t live where I live nigga, you don’t pay my bills, nigga, you don’t feel how I feel nigga, I’m too real my nigga, you just hatin’ how I live nigga!” Blood Raw got next, you have officially been warned!
Mela f/ Kanye West “You” Neelz @ Dry Rain, 646-226-5968 This song is all about the grown and sexy. It’s the perfect song to get the ladies out of their seats. The simple, yet catchy hook almost guarantees that you’ll be singing along in just a matter of time. When Kanye drops his verse, he just adds fuel to the fire. It’s almost disgusting how ready this song is to be a hit single. Anthony B f/ Wyclef “Lighter” Buggah @ On Point, 305-372-0057 Even if you’re not a smoker, once you hear this song you’ll want to find a lighter so that you can spark anyway. Anthony B. laces the riddim right and Wyclef’s eccentric style sounds at home. This song has a great balance between reggae and hip-hop that allows for crossover success in both genres. After listening to it, you’ll want to hear more from Anthony B. Life The Great “Work Out” Antonio Starr @ Urban Acres, 770-356-6801 The theme of the song is the club, but the song is actually more mellow than crunk. It’s not a bad song, but it just won’t hold your attention very long. Life does have potential, I would like to hear some of his other songs before ruling him out the game. M.O.N.E.Y. & The Currency Click “Everyday Love (remix)” Bola @ Talking Drum, 916-455-4947 The “Everyday Love Remix” reminds me of the west coast. It’s one of those songs that you would be bumping on a Sunday as you ride out to the park, windows rolled up, with the puff, puff, pass-action going! It’s a nice rideout song and although it’s laid back, its far from boring. Ish & The Chitlin Circuit “Pimped Out Penthouse” Soulow @ 850-656-1434 In a time where most music follows the “formula” and creativity has disap48
Grand Prix “Alcoholic” Jonathan, 904-434-7234 In the trend of dedicating rap songs to various types of alcohol, these liquor lovers are no different, Grand Prix give a shout out to all their favorite drinks. “Talk about it, be about it, ain’t got no Henn, pass me Hypnotiq.” However, the song lacks the enthusiasm of other alcohol-dedicated songs like “Pass the Courvosier” and “Grey Goose.” It’s a little flat…no pun intended.
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Pacasso f/ Grill “Life That I Chose” Pacasso @ Fast Lane, 407-616-4669 This is a very introspective song. Pacasso talks about the repercussions of the choices he’s made, it’s the type of song to make you think about things you’ve done in your life. Although the song is mellow, make no mistake, it still rides out. Durtyville “Back Up” Kelvin @ Elevation, 706-689-4565 Southern anthem! ‘Nuff said. But in the essence of respect, I’ll say more. This song could prove to be very dangerous in the club. “We keep it crunk in the south, runnin’ off at the mouth, throwin’ bows in the club, whatchu know ‘bout us, so backup!” Durtyville drops a thugs-anthem song, sure to get the thugs bouncin’. Max & Stix “Like Phat” Andrew @ Big Business, 954-445-0223 If you needed any convincing to do naughty things then listen to this song. In no time you’ll be out on the dance floor grinding and rubbing. Max & Stix like it PHAT – Pretty Hot And Tempting and it won’t be long before they have you liking it that way too. A.B. Rock “G.E.T.T.O.” Daryl @ QCM, 904-234-2261 B-I-N-G-O, B-I-N-G-O, B-I-N-G-O and Bingo was his name-o! Never in my life did I think that the Bingo song I learned in kindergarten could be corrupted, but A.B. somehow managed. “I know this girl from ‘round my way, lil’ mama off the chain yo, G-E-T-T-O, G-E-T-T-O, G-E-T-T-O.” The crazy thing though, is that the song isn’t corny, that shit is funny as fuck. - Storm