Friday, October 12, 2012
Been Away
Been Away for a while, I know.... But this is what i've been up too since we last spoke.
I was asked to play a small (yet large to me ) part in the making of the newest album in the J Dilla collection titled "Rebirth Of Detroit". Amidst alot of negativity surrounding the release I've still mananged to garner a "shit ton" of love for blessing the track. To those who supported i say thank you!! To those who feel like I was undeserving of the honor to bless the project, I say show me someone more dedicated, with more ability. I challenge you to "come see me" if thats how ya feel lol.
I also released my long awaited, highly anticipated album entitled "Unemployment" exclusively produced by the man himself Crate Digga or Crate Deezy as he's affectionately known in some circles. Ive released two videos off the project with more to come, along with a couple NEW projects in the making. You can view all the afformentioned videos below. Hope you enjoy.. Please feel free to stop by the basement anytime. Never know whats being cooked up. Enjoy
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Bluecollar Gentleman 1/7/2011
This is the first Bluecollar Gentleman of the "New Year". We're definately bringin the fire this time.Check out this line up:
GUILTY SIMPSON (Almighty Dreadnaughtz / Stones Throw)
METASYONS ( United States of Mind)
NICK SPEED ( Kic Sounds / Submerege)
THE ILL & THE RESTLESS (Chicago)
DJ’s: Crate Digga & Mel Wonder
Now if you know the "D" like I know the "D", shit is going to be nuts!! If you miss this show, you should be found and dealt with. Naw, I'm just clownin, but you know how we get it in. So riddiculous. But these are the artist below. Get familiar with them....
Like I said mane, its going to be bananas. Let's kick off 2011 with a bang!!!
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Single Barrel Shit
Bars & Bookshelves
Art is oftentimes created in the most unsuspecting places. John K. King Books is such a place where you may not expect the proper musical set-ups, acoustics or lighting – especially by hip-hop standards. But on a certain semi-overcast Sunday, John K. King was gracious enough to unlock the doors of his cherished bookstore on his day off. One of three locations of King Book's, this particular building was rumored to have been completely removed from its previous locale to its current residence. Known across the country, John K. King Book's has a level of history uncommon in bookstores today. Having just been visited by David Byrne, King Book's has seen the likes of Jay Leno, Martin Sheen and several politicians perusing its walls searching for a new read.
For now, there's no time for reading. Scaling the steps to the first floor of the forty-five year-old store, the members of United States of the Mind (USM), marveled at the sheer number of books that lined every inch of the building before turning their attention to its close quarters. Turning sideways, inching further and further into the musky halls that would soon be their stage for the evening, USM prepared themselves for the long road ahead.
Slowly carrying their equipment through the aisles, being careful not to disturb anything, the present members of USM, D. Allie, Sleepy Biggs, W. Draztik, Metasyons, Eddie Logix, began setting up their gear for what was to come. Tightly fitting in the sound equipment into an aisle filled with the Wizard of Oz series and calling for more lighting that barely illuminated the faces of the crew, we readied the setting for a show. As we nestled in amidst classics, Melville, Whitman and Dickens, the duo of D. Allie and his father, Gary Strauss, sat on emptied crates facing the aptly named "Music" section, backs to juvenile literature. Out of site, we listened as the performance is counted in; a simple acoustic melody begins and a voice reaches out from down the hall. Sitting, heads nodding, the remaining members of the group listen to their comrade from down the hall, huddled together around an antique table full of odds and ends, occasionally picking up a book or knick-knack while peaking down the hall.
The quiet of the room settled around us like a fog to such a point that we weren't sure when the filming was over. Still studying the old, cracked books in the cases, occasionally picking up a discarded copy of some martial arts magazine, we were roused from our respective concentrations to move to the front steps of the grand entrance. Every remnant that would signal to a newcomer that we had been in the previous room was quickly dismantled and a drum kit and turntables were set up at the entrance. Chatting outside on the corner of Lafayette and Fifth Street, D.Allie and Metasyons jokingly sing Michael McDonald in the midst of coming up with their freestyles for the next take. Five sets are planned, and we begin to lose the light that is so desperately needed. The constant reminder that the store must be locked up soon looms heavy and we begin to hustle in double time. Set up. Shoot. Tear down. Repeat. Climbing the dim stairway lined with artwork – whether it's for sale or for decoration, it can't be said – we reach the third floor for the final performances. Shadowy and calm, we creep into the depths of the bookshelves, out of sight. A capella performances are given, we watch with smiles. "I love this raw stuff," someone whispers. And obeying the suns schedule, we began drawing our own story to a close.
- Treasure Groh
Art is oftentimes created in the most unsuspecting places. John K. King Books is such a place where you may not expect the proper musical set-ups, acoustics or lighting – especially by hip-hop standards. But on a certain semi-overcast Sunday, John K. King was gracious enough to unlock the doors of his cherished bookstore on his day off. One of three locations of King Book's, this particular building was rumored to have been completely removed from its previous locale to its current residence. Known across the country, John K. King Book's has a level of history uncommon in bookstores today. Having just been visited by David Byrne, King Book's has seen the likes of Jay Leno, Martin Sheen and several politicians perusing its walls searching for a new read.
For now, there's no time for reading. Scaling the steps to the first floor of the forty-five year-old store, the members of United States of the Mind (USM), marveled at the sheer number of books that lined every inch of the building before turning their attention to its close quarters. Turning sideways, inching further and further into the musky halls that would soon be their stage for the evening, USM prepared themselves for the long road ahead.
Slowly carrying their equipment through the aisles, being careful not to disturb anything, the present members of USM, D. Allie, Sleepy Biggs, W. Draztik, Metasyons, Eddie Logix, began setting up their gear for what was to come. Tightly fitting in the sound equipment into an aisle filled with the Wizard of Oz series and calling for more lighting that barely illuminated the faces of the crew, we readied the setting for a show. As we nestled in amidst classics, Melville, Whitman and Dickens, the duo of D. Allie and his father, Gary Strauss, sat on emptied crates facing the aptly named "Music" section, backs to juvenile literature. Out of site, we listened as the performance is counted in; a simple acoustic melody begins and a voice reaches out from down the hall. Sitting, heads nodding, the remaining members of the group listen to their comrade from down the hall, huddled together around an antique table full of odds and ends, occasionally picking up a book or knick-knack while peaking down the hall.
The quiet of the room settled around us like a fog to such a point that we weren't sure when the filming was over. Still studying the old, cracked books in the cases, occasionally picking up a discarded copy of some martial arts magazine, we were roused from our respective concentrations to move to the front steps of the grand entrance. Every remnant that would signal to a newcomer that we had been in the previous room was quickly dismantled and a drum kit and turntables were set up at the entrance. Chatting outside on the corner of Lafayette and Fifth Street, D.Allie and Metasyons jokingly sing Michael McDonald in the midst of coming up with their freestyles for the next take. Five sets are planned, and we begin to lose the light that is so desperately needed. The constant reminder that the store must be locked up soon looms heavy and we begin to hustle in double time. Set up. Shoot. Tear down. Repeat. Climbing the dim stairway lined with artwork – whether it's for sale or for decoration, it can't be said – we reach the third floor for the final performances. Shadowy and calm, we creep into the depths of the bookshelves, out of sight. A capella performances are given, we watch with smiles. "I love this raw stuff," someone whispers. And obeying the suns schedule, we began drawing our own story to a close.
- Treasure Groh
Freestyle from SINGLE . BARREL . DETROIT on Vimeo.
Metasyons from SINGLE . BARREL . DETROIT on Vimeo.
Draztik from SINGLE . BARREL . DETROIT on Vimeo.
Progress Report from SINGLE . BARREL . DETROIT on Vimeo.
Steady Shine from SINGLE . BARREL . DETROIT on Vimeo.
USM @ JOHN K. KING BOOKS TRAILER from SINGLE . BARREL . DETROIT on Vimeo.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
You Don't Belong In Detroit
Once again my dude Moe Dirdee is back at it. If you're not familiar, you need to get a little more aquainted. Title speaks for itself.
What up Moe!
What up Moe!
Metasyons
In a Frenzy to "Show Love", to the other cats, i forgot to upload my own material on here. Tisk Tisk. Lol, maybe i did that on purpose. I mean, we're artist, we're supposed to be a little bit biased. In anycase, here goes.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Came Home!!!
We just had the welcome home show on Friday night! It was a great night. Every act came prepared, meaning that their "A" games were brought. Of course it was an even prouder moment for me, because my little brother performed. He goes by the name of A Dot. Murdered it! That's what was good about that show tho, was the overall hypeness of it. It was quite an honor to share the stage with all the guys. It's been a great pleasure to be on this tour. Leo and Mags', you guys are great people. Had a blast with you cats. Gotta come to the D real soon.
July 2nd marks the long awaited debut of my crew members, Draztik and Sleepy Biggs. Smokers cough! Soon to be labled a classic. This will be at The Old Miami (of course). Check out the first video off the project below. Thank you guys for supporting what USM is trying to do, and just genuinely getting it! It's very much appreciated.
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