Interview #7 With Bleev aka Bryan Lee

Brian Lee, aka Bleev, is a Hip Hophead who grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. He started freestlying when he was fifteen and he's been getting on various tracks since he was twenty-five. He was also in a six piece Hip Hop band named Natural Classics and before that an MC vocalist for the Bay Area local band, Coupe De Ville. He's always been a lover of Hip Hop and other various music genres, but it was Hip Hop that drew him in.

In 2011, Treetop Studios was formed by Bleev and other fellow Bay Area Hip Hopheads and producers. They provide studio services (which can be hard to come by but you can always contact them and schedule your slot or buy a beat from their versatile catalog made by their producers) and promotional services that concentrate on getting you shows and exposure through their radio station (WeKeepItLitRadio). They have just started to shoot videos for artists as well. No matter what service you need in the music industry, they can either provide it or lead you to where you need to go.

Bleev is an instrumental member in getting this all started, so that is why we at Rebel Noiz had to get an interview with him. Bleev, also being an artist,made this interview loaded with interesting facts. He's an inspiring fellow and one that never stops working. I think we can expect many good things to surface from Treetop as a whole.

The Interview...

What was the pinnacle moment in your life that got you into Hip Hop?

There were a lot of pinnacle moments, but there was a time I was hanging in a low point in my life.A guy picked me up after I failed at a job interview, he asked me what I wanted to do in life. I told him that I prayed to God asking him for a sign and he said that the funny thing was that God told him to pick up Bleev. He gave you a Christian Hip Hop CD and I was amazed by him at the time and later on felt that there was a reason he gave me the CD, so I have been doing Hip Hop ever since.

Who influenced you to begin your musical ventures?

Kato, was someone I admired because he would make himself readily available for Hip Hop. He died doing Hip Hop and for his Hip Hop. Kato used to tell me that he had to quit his job to hussle my music. He said that you have to do it full time in order to do something with it. I found that hard to grasp because I was the one making the money and whenever we needed money to go out and do things, I was the one that provided it.

What point in your life did you take his words to heart?

I got fired and lost my job, I was on unemployment and I decided to go to open mics and to see if I could make things happen and eventually they did. I met a bunch of people through networking and it brought me to the path of owning my own studio and being a promoter for other artists.  It also got me into being a teacher to kids in a curriculum of Hip Hop. It felt to me that the stars were aligning so I keep doing what I am doing because I love it and it makes me happy.

When all the networking came together, you guys formed Treetop Studios. How did that all come together?

I went to a studio called Freshtakes, and their facilities were proper. There, I met a bunch of people with the same goals and we came to form Treetop. I have a thing for trees because they are constantly growing and they always grow towards the sun.

Who are all the people involved in Treetop?

Tristan aka Slapfarmer, GIB the Genius, DJ BCasanova, Noah G, Steve Borda, Just Hits, and Baby Cris.

What made you go into promoting for Treetop vs. being a full time artist?

I love being an artist, but the business side of it was making me money so I just kept going with it. Being an artist just wasn't realistic and it is depressing, I just wanted to be involved in music. I learned from being a promoter that I don't care what aspect I am involved with, I just want to be a part of it.

Who is an artist that you are working with that you really want to see succeed?

I want to see all the artists succeed, but it is the ones that work the hardest that I am drawn to. Really life has a way of selecting those individuals. I work really closely with an artist named Outrageous Karina and I really think she has the skills needed in order to succeed. I'd be surprised if she doesn't succeed.

When people look at you what do you want them to see?

I want them to see someone that they know that has kept his word and see a good positive energy. I want to keep that going, because I am not depressed off of life yet. I want to always keep the hope.

What would you like to accomplish in your music career?

I would like to see someone I know directly, make it. I want to also be someone who helped them reach that feat. I like to use Hip Hop as a vessel to meet people and see where my networking will take me. I don't know if I am always going to be a promoter and artist, I just want to go where it takes me.

What are some of the things you are most proud of accomplishing?

One of the songs that I wrote made it big in the Philippines and was bought by N' Sync. There was this song on the radio called Slow Down, there was this dance that these kids in the video came up with that said it was because of him that they made that dance because he came over and got them lit. Number three, I am still waiting on number three because I think things come in threes.

What musical project as an artist makes you look back and say, yeah I was in that?

There really isn't one that sticks out. I just like getting together and collabing with people because you form a bond with them, you know? There is a track that I did with Bone Crusher that made me go wow, Hip Hop is really real.

What can we look forward to in the future from things that have your direct influence?

I think videos, I want to get into the visual game and get into short films. That is a dream of mine that makes me tick.

The Links...

Facebook links:

https://www.facebook.com/TreeTopLabs

https://www.facebook.com/bryan.lee2

Reverbnation link:

http://www.reverbnation.com/label/treetopstudios

WeKeepItLit Radio link:

http://www.wkilradio.com/

Soundcloud to buy beats link:

https://soundcloud.com/treetopstudios

To contact Bleev for shows, radio interviews, recording time, or to get beats call: 510-921-9079

article by: Craig Ludwig

Interview #6 With Laupi D (aka Dennis Dekker)

Laupi D was born on March 25th, 1980, in Rotterdam, Netherlands. He is an mc/producer/beatmaker, who continues to work hard to show the world his brand of Hip Hop. He began a group in 1995 named the OYG. He has been making music since 1995. In 1999, he placed third in an international rhyme competition in London. His first cd that he was involved with was brought out in 2006 ZiekelijkeInspiratie with the Hip Hop group called Gekkenwerk.

In 2011 Laupi D started to make music with LvStong, a Uk/grime mc. They started a movement called South Stone Retro Entertainment. Laupi D and LvStong also brought 2 cds so far, degekkeBubbelsMixtape and the Garage Mixtape. The first one came out in 2012 and the GarageMixtape came out this year. They're now making new EPs that will come out soon. He also continues to work with MassifBeatz, at Studio Starbuxx.

I hope you continue to listen to his works of musical art (as I will), I know he would appreciate the support. I can't wait to hear what they come out with next, as they continue to push Hip Hop in the Netherlands (and with your help, the world).

For now, let's continue with our question and answer segment...

His personal feelings about Hip Hop...

What influenced you to get into Hip Hop?

"I was influenced because of my background, I grew up in a rough neighborhood and I was trying to stay out of trouble so I decided to write poetry."

What artists drew you into Hip Hop?

"I listened to many famous mc's like Erick Sermon, Redman , Notorious B.I.G., Nine, and KRS-One. I'm a 90's kat still on that old school stuff. I've never listened to mainstream and I never will."

Who is your influences as far as making a beat goes?

"My influence on a beat is typical raw old school, such as 9th Wonder and DJ Premier. I like using short sampling and being creative with the mpd."

What was it like growing up? What experiences did that help you bring to the mic?

"My time growing up I kept myself busy with music all the time. This thing being behind the mic never disappeared because it's a gift doing that. It certainly got me off the streets those early days. In my youth, I saw people getting involved with drug problems and other criminal activity, I thought I don't wanna become like that. All my hard work as a youth, helped strengthen my mic control, it still does."

What does Hip Hop do for you personally?

"When I'm feeling down or happy, I always write and meditate on a beat. If you give me a pen and paper,  I'll be on it for hours. It's a way of living for me, now-a-days."

His life lived alongside Hip Hop...

What is the name of your Studio?

"My studio is GWP, Gekkenwerk Producties, in Rotterdam, Netherlands."

What are some of the projects you have been a part of that have been released?

"My first cd was brought out in 2006 Ziekelijke Inspiratie under GWP (a cooperative work with SKUT and Wilskracht, two of his partners). After that in 2008, we brought out a Gekkenwerk mixtape (also a cooperative project that involved SKUT and Wilskracht). In 2010, my first solo EP came out, Laupi D- De Re-Incarnatie. When my first solo EP came out, I was already busy with new plans for a second EP. That double EP came out in 2013 called,  Laupi D - Kunst Zinnige Rijm Poezie + Bonus Features. My solo cds I started myself."

Who are some of the people you have worked with?

"Between 1996 and 2008, I have worked with many artists like Illadust, SKUT, Wilskracht, Krankjorum, Paranoia, Moonchild , Redicillis, and many more (you know who you are)."

When did you and LvStong come in to contact and what music have you brought out so far?

"In 2011, LvStong and I came together, he did UK/garage type music at the time and we just hit it off and been making music ever since. We also started our own movement, South Stone Retro Entertainment. Our collaboration has created two cds (so far), degekkeBubbelsMixtape and the GarageMixtape brought in 2012 and 2013. We're now working on the making of new EPs."

What goals do you have as an artist?

"My goal is to be an individual that inspires the next generations with that old school. I'm talking retro stuff about the early days. Sometimes I do a brag and boast flow but I bring a good message is my statements. I only talking about my life experience, what I've been through."

 How did you come in contact with Massif and what is your relationship like?

"We came in contact with Massif in 2012. He was on Soundcloud giving reactions on our music and he said he liked our style, so we decided to go to Belgium to Studio Starbuxx."

How was that experience?

"We worked great with the guy, we had this connection like frequently being on a good level and vibe, so we were productive anytime we went there. He had never worked with mcs that were so productive in a very short time. We made seven tracks in thirty-three hours. Its great working with somebody who has so much experience (we learned a lot from him), but he learned things from us too. He liked our way of recording and production. I can't stress enough how I am always on a good vibe with that man."

 

Thanks Laupi D for this opportunity! I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavours! Below are some links to his musical media:

Laupi D-Oldskool (prod. by Gio Priest) link:
https://soundcloud.com/dennisdekker-1/laupi-d-oldskool-prod-by-gio-p

Laupi D-BamBam Hit It (prod. by Massifbeatz) link:
https://soundcloud.com/dennisdekker-1/laupi-d-bambam-hit-it-prod-by

Laupi D's soundcloud:

www.soundcloud.com/dennisdekker-1

Laupi D's youtube:

www.youtube.com/laup2012

LvStong's soundcloud:

www.soundcloud.com/lvstong

Here's how ton contact Laupi D for booking: laupdd95@gmail.com

article by: Craig Ludwig

Feature: Sean Dean's Heart and Soul: Not Just a Song, It's Also One Man's Mentality and Dreams

"Before I die, I want to make to make one classic album or mixtape. One that grabs a cult following and moves people in a way they never expected. That's the thing about my music, it's all from my Heart and Soul." --Sean Dean

Sean Dean is really going all out on this mixtape starting with the track, Heart & Soul. He keeps posting things on Facebook; "I think this needs more play if I'm honest.", "This song needs to be blogged.", and "Got nothing but props for this song phone calls and all sorts. So I'm assuming you like this style lol cool cool I know my zone. Thanks team 220.". This is a sign of sheer confidence and trying to keep the confidence alive. He has ten more songs to go for the mixtape, so let's understand what he is trying to do.


It's hard being an artist, you are always worried about how it will be received even if that is not your focus in your music. It is hard to fight on as an artist if there is no support. This song is a nice car driving piece (and something to dance to) that will get your head banging in a positive way, for sure. Let's all turn our head to the UK and wait patiently as this artist, Sean Dean, pours his heart and soul into his music (produced by KBeetheOriginal). 

I invite you to go like his FB page to make it easier for you to follow him (link):
https://www.facebook.com/SeanDeanMusic?fref=ts

Link to his new song, Heart & Soul:
https://soundcloud.com/kbee-original/sean-dean-heart-soul-prod

article by: Craig Ludwig

Feature: The History of the Hip Hop Beef-Part Two

Hip Hop feuds (beefs) have continued to fuel Hip Hop even now, in todays Hip Hop community. The more recent beefs that are noteworthy are, Nas vs. Jay-Z, Min, B.o.B. vs. Tyler the Creator, and Kendrick Lamar vs. New York. It further demonstrates that ego is a powerful source within Hip Hop and can be said to be the strength behind the back bone of Hip Hop. Ego is what gives artists the confidence to market their own brands and the ones who express their egos deeply usually get commercial success.

Hip Hop beefs definitely keeps us entertained and the one that comes out the victor gets more notoriety as well, where the loser usually gets taken out of the game completely (sorry losers! But not in the case of Jay-Z vs. Nas where no real victor was declared). Feuds have shown that they continue to help sell records, so I don't think they will ever go away. I think we will see beefs in the future as long as Hip Hop still exists.

Nas vs. Jay-Z...

When Notorious B.I.G. died, it left the spot of Hip Hop's King of New York open and there were two MCs that went after each other lyrically to gain the spot, Nas and Jay-Z. In the year of 1997, Jay-Z was the first one to claim the throne with the joint, The City is Mine off of his album In My Lifetime, Vol. 1.  Nas, the only MC at the time who was seen to be capable of rivaling Jay-Z, responded on his track We Will Survive (in 1999, it was released on his album I Am...).

Tension grew, but it took about one year for either of them to add fire to their growing rivalry. Jay-Z openly mocked Nas on stage at Hot 97 radio station's Summer Hip Hop festival, in 2001. Nas retaliation came in the form of a freestyle over an Eric B. and Rakim's instrumental of Paid In Full (he effectively dissed most of the R.O.C. crew). The freestlye was later named, illmatic and also H To The Homo. It is speculated that the freestyle was used to promote his new album, illmatic. 

Jay-Z responded with a song off of his new album Blueprint, called Takeover. The song talked about how Nas has failed to reach his amount of commercial success (it also questioned Nas about being authentic in his game). This track was well received by Hip Hop listeners from all around. Nas answered back with Ether, it was equally liked as Takeover, and was included on his new album, illmatic. It attacked Jay-Z for exploiting his work with Biggie. These two songs really put the spotlight on the Hip Hop community, because it was a rivalry that was displayed through art.

Takeover issued a warning and it was followed by a freestyle over the radio that was to be named, Super Ugly. In Super Ugly, Jay-Z claimed that he had sexual relations with Carmen Bryan, the mother of Nas' daughter. It also claims that Allen Iverson had sexual relations with her as well. After this track, there were rumors that a freestyle battle was going to come through a pay-per-view venue, but this never happened. Jay-Z later apologized for things that he said in Super Ugly, because it played on New York City radio stations and his own mother got upset.

Nas fired back in his track Last Real Nigga Alive, where he compared himself as being Tony Montana and Jay-Z as being Manolo Ribera. Soon after the release of this song, the feud started to die down. Both got more commercial success out of it and they formally shut the beef down in 2005 at an October event during Jay-Z's tour, "I Declare War". Nas performed with Jay-Z as well as performing a few songs of his own. No winner was ever decided in this beef, but since, both artists have paid tribute to each other in interviews and such.

Tyler the Creator vs. B.o.B. ...

Yonkers was released in the beginning of 2011 (as a digital download) and it dissed B.o.B. for his song, Airplanes. Tyler meant for the song to be about the lackluster and unoriginality that was coming out of B.o.B. and other artists of today. B.o.B. got offended and released a diss track called, No Future (that was also aimed at Odd Future, who Tyler is a member of). Tyler responded and said that he wasn't used to seeing B.o.B. coming out like this and then he uploaded a response to his Twitter account.

B.o.B. continued dissing Odd Future, while on a track with Tech N9ne and Hopsin (Am I a Psycho?). This was denied by B.o.B. and ever since this dissing, it is funny. You don't really find B.o.B. around very much. The word is that Tyler the Creator was the victor in this one.

Kendrick Lamar vs. New York...

Kendrick Lamar has quickly reached fame in his short but famed career while working with Dr. Dre. Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg (now Snoop Lion), have gone as far as saying that Kendrick Lamar is the new king of West Coast rap. When Kendrick Lamar got on Big Sean's track, Control. He referenced himself as being the King of New York, MCs like Papoose and Joell Ortiz quickly came in response to this. Many regard their responses as being more artistic in nature than Kendrick Lamar.

This all seems, by many, as being another spark that is being lit by Hip Hop. One that will open up a discussion of who is the king of this and who is the king of that. I would have to say that by looking over the overall existence of Hip Hop right now, the chair is up for grabs, but there are a few that are getting closer to it. Keep making music ya'll...

To further understand the beefs talked about in this piece, here are some links about them:

"The City is Mine"-Jay-Z ft. Blackstreet link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTvMYODhjNw

"We Will Survive"-Nas link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYiu9fhUleg

"Takeover"-Jay-Z link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMHtwyrt2X0

"Ether"-Nas link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ePQKD9iBfU

"Yonkers"- Tyler the Creator link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSbZidsgMfw

"No Future"- B.o.B. link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCnbRIcRXC0

"Control"- Big Sean ft. Kendrick Lamar & Jay Electronica link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkZZo0XSm5s

Papoose- Control Response(diss) link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF6p58cl5A4

"Outta Control"- Joell Ortiz (kendrick diss) link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_d3h3mkbg0M

Main Source:

http://www.wikipedia.org/

written by: Craig Ludwig

Legends of Hip Hop #4: Gang Starr: The Story of Two Geniuses

Gang Starr took the music world by storm with their brand of Hip Hop. They brought so much knowledge to Hip Hop, lyrically and to the production side of things that their impact is still felt in the world today.

They came from Boston, Massachusetts in 1985 by Keith Elam (who was to be known as Guru) and DJ 1,2 B-Down( aka Mike Dee). At the time they worked producers, Donald D and DJ Mark the 45 King. In 1987 and 1988, they released three singles on twelve inch through Wild Pitch Records. In the year of 1989, the group split but Guru was still determined to work under the name of Gang Starr. He soon got in touch with a Houston native that went by the name of DJ Premier( known as Waxmaster C at the time). He sent him a beat tape of his works, in which Guru liked and the marriage of these two innovators was set from there on out.

Guru sort of strong armed him into joining Gang Starr with him and in 1989, their first single was released, Words I Manifest that was a part of their first album, No More Mr. Nice Guy. They were signed quickly in the year of 1990 to the record label Chrysalis by then A&R director Duff Marlowe (a Los Angeles Times rap critic and former DJ). The label was London based and they offered them an unlimited artistic license along with a major-label distribution worldwide. Under this deal, the group became one of the most influential groups in Hip Hop history. They really were a major player in forming the hardcore Hip Hop sound of the East Coast.

Gang Starr's whole discography is good especially, 1990's Step in the Arena. With songs like, "Just to Get a Rep", "Who's Gonna Take the Weight?", "Lovesick", and "Step in the Arena" (these all being the singles off that album), Gang Starr climbed to #5 on the Hot Rap Singles charts. It really is a good Hip Hop mainstream piece that stays in the realm of the underground as well.

In 1992, Gang Starr came out with Daily Operation, in which Guru touched on various topics, to the government, women, pro-Black rights, anti-prejudice, weed smoking, and anger and sadness. Each track, both Guru and DJ Premier were given the producer credit. It had two hit singles, "Ex Girl to Next Girl" which landed at #5 on the Hot Rap Charts and "Take It Personal" which landed at #1 on the Hot Rap Charts. The album itself hit #14 on the Top R&B/Rap Albums and hit #65 on the Billboard chart.

In 1994, Gang Starr came out with their fourth album as a duo, Hard to Earn. It included one of their most well known songs of all time, "Mass Appeal".  It hit #2 on the Top R&B/ Rap Albums chart and #20 on the Billboard chart. It was a less melodic album than their earlier releases but it was substituted with more hard edges. They later came out with two more well crafted albums.

Guru and DJ Premier continued to work together until 2005. When 2006 rolled around, Guru mentioned that Gang Starr had completely come to an end in several interviews. In February 2010 Guru suffered a heart attack which placed him into a coma until April 10, 2010 when he unfortunately died. The fortunate thing is the great legacy that he left behind. Decades of music and influence given to the Hip Hop World. Gang Starr left behind a collection of masterful works that included six studio albums. Their voice in the Hip Hop community is still heard and DJ Premier continues to pump out his brand of Hip Hop beats and productions. Guru is known as one of the greatest MCs to ever rock the mic and DJ Premier as one of the greatest producers that has ever hit the speakers. 

Here are some various links to support the old school Hip Hop brand of Gang Starr:

"Mass Appeal" video link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9lNbNGbo24

"Just to Get a Rep" video link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2y85V8v8N8 

"Take It Personal" video link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8RFXKVpLGQ

Main Source:
Wikipedia.com

Feature: B. Free's "Behind the Smoke" Mixtape

B. Free has a finished product in his second mixtape, Behind the Smoke. Let's check this out and see what we are working with here:

Behind the Smoke- the intro...

He starts off with the intro track, Behind the Smoke produced by Brownz9000. In this track, he challenges his listeners to get to know him, even if you think you know him. He implies that's what this mixtape is all about, it's going to give you a glimpse into his own life.

Smoke Proper- #2...

Is a dope track on why he smokes, uplifts him from all the everyday tom foolery. It takes you through his mind and what he does and feels when he smokes the "budda". Smoke Proper was produced by Triforce.

I Do This...- #3...

I Do This..., is a track produced by KBeetheOriginal (a hot producer out of the UK), that talks about how he does his Hip Hop and that it is not going to stop. He spits the fire proper with the confidence needed to let all ya'll listeners know that he means what he is saying.

Love To Me- #4...

Another track produced by KBeetheOriginal (you can see why he works with him, beats are dope), Love To Me, is a great lyrical track which he continues to show his confidence when it comes to the topic of making love. The metaphors really drive this track and separate it from other artist's attack on this topic. His chorus is very well written and catchy as another highlight to this track.

Can I Live- #5...

A joint that I see is about living the good life, partying and having fun. He's going to live the way he feels he should and can't no one stop him from living life how he sees it. It's transitions are smooth and the chorus is top notch. It's produced by Gio Priest (a hot producer/artist from the Netherlands).

She Cool- #6...

This one is a nice and cool jam that talks about girls attracted to that MC swagger. It is very strong lyrically starting off with Airplane Erik (as the feature on this track) and ends with B. Free. It is produced by a producer that goes by Jake.

Wasteland- #7...

Another dope track over a Gio Priest production that is about real Hip Hop. He brings that fire and lyrical that true Hip Hopheads crave.

To Moms(Interlude)- #8...

A track about his moms giving her the respect due to what a mother does for her children. It features Light Mike, who also talks about his moms too. A true lyrical effort on an underrated topic with a clean beat to go with it produced by Tri Muzik.

No Hands- #9...

Spits some lyrical about his confidence on how easy it is for him, and he demonstrates that he's got a knack for Hip Hop track by track. This track was produced by Diss Brothers (dope beat).

NYC- #10...

A track representing his city, New York City. He throws respect to Run DMC and Biggie. It is a nice lyrical track that shows you New York City through his eyes bar for bar. Produced by the up and coming producer FoxaZ Beats.

Memories and Munchies- #11...

A song looking back into the days playing around as a kid. Nice reminiscent track about the video games that many used to play back in the day. Great metaphors in this one with a ambitious abstract sounding chorus. This jam featured both Light Mike and Rodini and was produced by Triforce (coming together to make a great complete track).

Crabs in a Bucket- #12...

A Hip Hop piece about facing haters during a young man's life. You can see B. Free struggled with people trying to take what is his during his early life. He just preaches about how low it is and how all these people want a lot in life but don't want to work for it, so they end up taking from another. Nice real track, produced by Gio Priest.

Good Times- #13...

A song that showcases to live your life and do what you do no matter who dislikes what you are doing. Life is short so have a good time, why do people always have to criticize? The beat is banging and it is another track produced by Gio Priest.

Worth- #14...

This jam asks a person of their worth, dope chorus that makes you think. Very lyrical featuring Airplane Erik and Light Mike, they question why many live their lives in a shallow way. I love the rhythmatics when it comes to each bar. The beat is very fresh produced by FoxaZ Beats.

Mistakes- #15...

Beat is proper in this one, with all the hits and additions, produced by Gio Priest. B. Free comes correct in this one as well, bomb lyrics with words that speak of mistakes as being a part of everyday life. Mistakes are made and how you handle them is what makes you who you are.

She Wanna Baby- #16...

A song about how girls can dig a person so much they think too far ahead in the future. It can be stressful to a man when all he wants to do is have some fun. Production is tip top, produced by Gio Priest. B. Free coordinates his bars well around this one.

Lie Detect Realness- #17...

He really nails it in to be real and that he is real. Bar for bar, there are no lies in this young MC of 25 years old. This was produced ToniQ, who came up with a good abstract piece.

This being the last track, looking over the whole composition, B. Free and all the producers did a good job. B. Free did a great job capturing the emotions in each track and covering it with his own. This was definitely a fun listen and I'd definitely listen to it again. He is trying to be real with his listeners about his life and I think he accomplished what he set out to do. Can't wait for the next piece of music that comes out of this MC.

To listen to the full mixtape:

 http://www.datpiff.com/B-Free-Behind-The-Smoke-mixtape.422239.html