Tuesday, May 7, 2013

THE QUEEN KEEPS RISING HIGHER; CATCH UP WITH HER HIGHNESS QUEENTHEPROPHET.



Last upate there was speculation about Queentheprophet (Battlegrownd Entertainment, OPERATION REVOLUTION) making a public support of
Wu-Tang Clan Affiliate HELL RAZAH's @heavenrazah (Sunz of Man) Ghetto Government movement. Over this past weekend, Hell Razah releases the Ghetto Government United Hoods of America Mixtape ( available for free download via the Wu-Tang clan blog wtcfolife.blogspot.com) , and who shows up? Queentheprophet. QTP delivers "Samauri Jack".  This past week on Twitter, Razah has been seen referring to QTP as the Ghetto Government CIA.
There strangely are some strong similaraties. Queentheprophet was the 36th member of the Doberman Gang, there is 36 Chambers of Wu. Hell Razah & QTP are almost identical in heaven & hell theme concepts. The word Wu-Tang translates as Battle, QTP hails from Battlegrownd Entertainment. Is this all a strange coincidence? There is obviously brewing between the Wu-affiliate Hell Razah and the "Queen of the Kennel" (Doberman Gang, DBG 427) is it the New Wu Order? If hip-hop can't be dead because Wu-Tang is forever, it might very well be.
Queentheprophet is scheuled to drop her solo project "Rise of the Phonenix, Summer while the 7th Trumpet 26 Project & Wizard of Oz is still in heavy rotation via social media.
Easter, 2013 Razah released “Living After Death” currently available for purchase via iTunes.
Star of the New Esquire Network’s first documentary film, Freestyle 101: The Movie¸ alongside NY battle MC Iron Solomon and LA art-rapper Open Mike Eagle. The film is a 90-min look at art and struggle in hip hop, using freestyling as an analogy of living life on the edge. It also stars Ice-T, RZA, The Game, Fat Joe, Del, Mobb Deep, MOP, Cypress Hill, Sean Kingston, Prodigal Sunn, RA the Rugged Man, and many more. Freestyle 101: The Movie will hit film festivals, the web, VOD, and elsewhere this summer.

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GHETTO GOVT is a Revolutionary Project of HELLRAZAH to bring unity, peace, empowerment and education to the divided states of america.
So if you see the hash tag #GGO…. Now you know.
#OPERATIONREVOLUTION mision & vision of Queentheprophet via Battlegrownd Entertainment God first, change the game, spread the wealth.

Twitter: @queentheprophet
Facebook.com/queentheprophet
Facebook.com/battlegrowndentertainment
Utube Channel : Battlegrownd Entertainment
OPERATION REVOLUTION

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Justin Bieber: In The Shoes Of Micheal Jackson

Justin Bieber is obviously the most celebrated Teenage star in the world, with over thirty five million twitter followers and over four hundred and seventeen million YouTube views and believe me this figures are moving faster than a digital clock, one must admit that this nineteen years old Canadian has enjoyed a very rapid rise to stardom. With less than five years in the music business, and an incredible fan base, Mr Bieber has evolved from a teenage heartthrob to a pop icon only to be compared to the late Micheal Jackon when he too was a teenager in terms of popularity, with the generation difference and the advent of new technological development in the use of social media,i dare to say that Justin is enjoying more popularity right now than Micheal received in his teens, it makes one wonder what makes this talented young singer so adorable? and why does he enjoy something like a cult follower-ship? Lets look at some of the factors we can visibly attribute to his popularity that can qualify him to walk in Micheal Jackson's shoes..

LOOKS: Justin Bieber is very handsome with big blue eyes and a well formed nose, what the ladies would fondly describe as cute, this youngster somehow reminds me of a young Elvis Presley, i think they share a similarity in charm and charisma, maybe its the hair style or maybe there is actually a similarity in their appearance, but the one thing they both share in common is the love they are getting from the female fans! Justin's good-looks combined with his flamboyant and colorful dress style with a mix of urban teenage fashion and hip hop swag gives him the ideal look of an Idol to emulate, noted for his constant appearance in flashy sneakers and sometimes androgynous hairstyle that gives him a sexy and sensational appeal to both boys and girls. 


TALENT:  Another thing you cant take away from this young superstar is his voice and his skillful dancing, apart from having a very enchanting high pitched raspy voice, this young dude can also bust some moves on the dance floor, although nothing compared to the legendary M.J when it comes to dancing, Justin always try to entertain his fans with some well organized dance choreography, this is always something to watch out for when viewing his Musical videos. The combination of singing and dancing puts Bieber in a class of his own, this makes him an icon for dancers and singers respectively.

AGE:  Although Micheal Jackson enjoyed success at a much younger age, Justin Bieber's fame came relatively early too, at just fourteen he was already making headlines around the world, and looking around the music scene, it appears he is the only male artist in that age category doing Pop and RnB on a very successful level, whereas other notable musicians have to share their fame and fans with other celebs in their age group, this teenager is in a world of his own enjoying the monopoly of a  male teenage pop star for a few years now, and of course we know that the age of adolescence is when we fanatically idolize stars and celebrities with little or no concern for other things in life, Justin falls within this age and it is no wonder that 70 % of his fan base consist of juveniles and people in their early twenties. He is the world's most influential role model to teenagers in the world, this makes him an authority in his own rights.


Mr Bieber is now nineteen years old, as much as teenagers would want him to remain ever young and innocent looking, this dude is a man now, he has gradually transformed into an adult, just one more year to enjoy teenage years and a lot of responsibilities will be shifted to him naturally. His hormones are going through the maturity process too, we will see changes in Bieber as time goes on, his looks, his voice will evolve, the question is, to what extent? Micheal Jackson survived it, but we all agree that the Micheal Jackson that entertained us as a teenager is quite different from the one that entertained us as an adult, the man responsible for Justin's super stardom Usher Raymond was once a teenage sensation too, he survived the transformation as well even becoming more popular as an adult star, but we have seen the likes of Tevin Campbell fade out with his teenage years. Now we are posing the big question, what will become of Bieber in a few years? will he be subdued by his maturity and fade away with his adolescence? Or will he continue to grow bigger and better with his age and fame? Will Justin Bieber walk in the shoes of greatness and give his generation their own Micheal Jackson? i guess time will tell.


Wednesday, April 17, 2013

CHECK OUT THE LATEST ON QUEEN THE PROPHET. THE HYPE IS ON.

Queentheprophet’s Twitter feed continues to be very revealing. A few days back, DJ Yello tweeted confirmation he was "coming out of retirement for one track with QTP". DJ Yello long-time hip-hop veteran has multiple mixtapes available on Dat Piff via Street Diamond DJ’s.


It was also visible via Twitter that Queentheprophet will be a guest on the Nikki Rich Show 4/19/13 (nikkirichshow.com) @msnikkirich and QTP’s latest release “Wizard of Oz” has been in rotation on Nikki’s show the past week or so.


One of the more noticeable happenings was her bio was changed and now includes an indication of affiliation with Hell Razah’s United Hoods of America, Ghetto Government movement. QTP offers no other information other than Battlegrownd Entertainment #OPERATIONREVOLUTION is in support of GGO. QTP & Razah very similar with matching Heaven & Hell themed graphics, although nothing has been confirmed there very well may be a track collaboration from the two.



QTP did confirm though that she will appear on a track this summer with George Yung @kinggeorge427 (Doberman Gang, DBG 427 whom QTP was the 36th member). Yung is also scheduled to release the “Death of George Yung” Mix Tape before June. George Yung is the co-founder of the Doberman Gang and can be found attached to multiple projects on Dat Piff & uTube. QTP (Yung’s former Manager) credits the creative process and production supervision of “Wizard of Oz” to Yung. QTP also has confirmed that she will appear in the HART Magazine “I Love New York” edition scheduled to be released 4/25/13.



Razah better known by his stage name Hell Razah, is best known as a member of Sunz of Man, an early affiliate of the Wu-Tang Clan.

Razah is rumored to have suffered a brain aneurysm in April 2010. He was quick to recover and continue recording. He came to adopt the moniker Heaven Razah. @heavenrazah


Star of the New Esquire Network’s first documentary film, Freestyle 101: The Movie¸ alongside NY battle MC Iron Solomon and LA art-rapper Open Mike Eagle. The film is a 90-min look at art and struggle in hip hop, using freestyling as an analogy of living life on the edge. It also stars Ice-T, RZA, The Game, Fat Joe, Del, Mobb Deep, MOP, Cypress Hill, Sean Kingston, Prodigal Sunn, RA the Rugged Man, and many more. Freestyle 101: The Movie will hit film festivals, the web, VOD, and elsewhere this summer.





Heaven Razah, Razah Rubiez, El Raziel

Born (1976-10-01) October 1, 1976

Origin Red, New York

Genres: Underground Hip-Hop

Years active 1994–present

Labels: Baby Grande Records Nature Sounds

Hell Razah Music Inc.

Legion of D.O.O.M.

Wu Music Group Associated Acts Sunz of Man, Black Market Militia, T.H.U.G. Angels, Maccabeez, Blue Sky Black














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Monday, April 15, 2013

SALUTE THE FEMALE PRODUCER! Interview With A Rare Gem That Inspires Her Generation.


LADY TRAUMA
It is said that what a man can do, a woman can do better, this saying can be applied to this enigmatic female music producer from Cleveland Ohio, USA who decided to venture into a world mainly dominated by men, not only did she stood her ground, she has become a force to reckon with in the production circle. The Entertainment Commission has decided to share with you our encounter with this eccentric producer to let you know that some women got more game than men in the game. Lets meet LADY TRAUMA

T.E.C: Thank you for granting this interview, i had to come into your world and share it with other people who are also curious to know how a female can be in a position majorly dominated by men,when we hear the word producer, a man usually  comes to mind, but amazingly you are a lady, tell us,who is the Female producer?

LT:  I am Lady Trauma, I love music and I am so passionate about it! Out of everything there is in the world besides God Music means that much to me. I began producing at the age of 13 maybe 14 and I haven't looked back since.


T.E.C: What expired you to become a music producer?

L.T: Honestly I never saw myself producing. I was a drummer before anything..always beating on school desks and tables mimicking Timbaland beats or playing at church or my set in my basement. I ended up at Sam Ash one day a few days before Christmas and something told me to go over to the beat machine section..and the rest is history!


T.E.C : How long have you been producing professionally ?

L.T: I have been producing professionally for about 5-6 years

T.E.C: What are the challanges you face being a female producer ?

L.T:  I don't really face any challenges at least not yet. I feel like i've made a name for myself and people accept me and what I do. I think it all stems from people hearing about me by word of mouth so they know what it is beforehand


T.E.C: Who is your role model in music production ?

L.T: My role models are Stevie Wonder, Missy Elliott and Timbaland..those are my top 3, always and forever!! All of them are innovators and that I strive to be! At the end of the day I want the world to remember me for being innovating and not imitating and that's what each of them embody!


T.E.C: Have you worked with any major artist?

L.T: Well I produced for MGK (Machine Gun Kelly)   right before he got signed to Bad Boy but other than that I haven't worked with a major artist just yet but I believe that it will be happening really soon


 T.E.C: Can you name some artists you would like to work with?

L.T:  My top pick is Missy Elliott ! That is my dream and i'm not letting up until I make it come true! Also Pusha T, Kanye, Musiq Soulchild, India Arie, Stevie Wonder etc I just want to work with people who make GREAT music!


T.E.C: How competitive does it get for you being a female holding your spot in a  male dominated business?

L.T: Honestly its crazy because there aren't any other producers besides Missy in the industry so I gotta make sure I come correct and stay correct to let these men know I mean business..and I plan to let me music speak for me and my work ethic!


T.E.C: Most producers eventually become artist, do you see yourself becoming an artist someday?

L.T: Whats funny is, ,I was a rapper before I even thought about producing! lol But once I got more into my production I threw rapping to the wolves and stuck to my production. I don't regret it one bit!


T.EC: Now a bit more personal,Whats your zodiac sign?

L.T:  I am a Leo baby! Got the lioness tattoo on my arm and everything lol

T.E.C: Nice to know we share the same zodiac sign. Describe a day in the life of The female producer:

L.T: My day is very simple: Eat, Take a Nap and make music!! I don't go anywhere at all I just work on my music all day everyday! Im that dedicated!


T.E.C: Whats your favourite colour ?

L.T: Black and Blue I cant decide

T.E.C: Are you a religous person ?

L.T:  I LOVE GOD thats one thing that you can't take away from me!! And even though I grew up in the church, I really didn't develop a true relationship with HIM until I got shot. When I laid on the ground dying and I asked God to let me live and he did..I was like OK I really truly know that your real, I gotta tell everybody..I gotta get to know you more! Im still a work in progress but God is definitely the head of my life!


T.E.C: Name three artist in your hall of fame

L.T: Missy, Whitney Houston and Stevie Wonder

T.E.C: Whats your message to other girls aspiring to be producers:

L.T: If you're gonna do this DO IT!! Don't half ass it DO IT!!  We have a lot to prove so make sure you bring it..study, practice then study and practice some more!!!  I swear that's all I do is listen to every artist I can find dating back to the 30's, I watch tutorials on Youtube or documentaries. I want to know all there is to know and then some so I can apply it to my work. I have grown immensely in the 13 years i've been producing and its not just because i make beats its because of everything else I do. Listen!! Train your ear..man its so much. Producing is not as easy as people think it is but I my message is to NEVER GIVE UP!! Go For it!


T.E.C: Thank you for your time.We like you to give a special shout out to the special people in your life so they know you where truly here

L.T: S/O to my parents cause without them I wouldn't have got the chance to start producing and for introducing me to music!


IF YOU NEED THOSE BANGING BEATS, YOU NEED A PRODUCER OR YOU ARE CURIOUS TO MEET OR KNOW MORE ABOUT THIS LADY STANDING TALL IN A MAN'S WORLD. THEN CHECK OUT THE INFORMATION BELOW ON HOW TO REACH LADY TRAUMA. TO THE LADYS READING THIS, BE INSPIRED.

Lady Trauma
Trauma Muzik
440-381-0809
www.ladytrauma.com

www.soundcloud.com/ladytrauma
www.twitter.com/ladytrauma

Thursday, April 4, 2013

PHILLY CHASE! MEET THE MAN BEHIND THE NAME (EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW)

Some of you very active in social medias would know or must have heard about this extraordinary personality from Philadelphia U.S.A, a Hip Hop artist gradually encroaching the entertainment scene on a global scale, with a new album titled "FLIGHT CITY" currently getting love from fans around the world, The Entertainment Commission decided to bring the man closer to his fans, we have the honour of interviewing this prolific music maker and we have this to share with you.  if you are ready, meet PHILLY CHASE!


TEC: Alot of people around the world  know you via social networks but most of your fans outside the U S know very little about what you represent, some of us want to know you better so lets step into the world of Philly Chase so your fans and followers can know a little more about you, tell us yourself  Who Is Philly Chase? 

P.CHASE: Philly Chase Is hard working, Humble, very family oriented, loving, aggressive, ambitious, God Fearing, straight to the point, pull no punches, realist. Lol, I am Human! What you see with me is what you get no in between. That's why a lot of my fans relate to me, because I am no different from them. I'm just in the spot light! 

TEC: How best can you describe your personality?
 

P.CHASE: Ambitious, I am very ambitious. If I want it I get it. I work hard for it! No Is not an answer for me!


TEC; What is the story behind your name Philly Chase?

 

P.CHASE: When myspace was the it social site to go to. I had someone help design it. And When they were doing my URL my rap name was just Chase at the time. They said it's to common to use as my url name so since I'm from Philly they will put Philly Chase and that was all she wrote.

 

TEC: Whats the drive behind your image? what gives you the energy to be who you are? 
 


P.CHASE: The drive behind my image? I have God Leading And a great support system of people I trust. I don't have to be anybody but me and I'm loved and accepted for that. That gives me the confidence to make music for people that don't mind being themselves or don't care what other people think and that happens to be the Majority. 

 

TEC: Legend has it that you dont need pen and paper to write rhymes,is this how you normally create every track or just sometimes?
 

P.CHASE: Not every track. I usually create off feeling and the randomness of creating off of feeling you can't write that down. You just do it! Some Songs I do write. 
 

TEC: You have done some major openings for artists like Drake,T.I, LIL JOHN and State Property, but whats your most remarkable achievement so far as an artist ?

P.CHASE: When I get on twitter and other social networks and people from Africa, Asia, Malaysia, India, Uk, Italy, Cali, Philly, Atlanta, Japan I mean everywhere and they say "I Love Your Music" Your Album Flight City is amazing! To Me That's the biggest achievement Ever!

TEC: You dont seem to follow the conventional trend of Hip Hop. whats your winning strategy to establish your game as its obvious you already have a alot of fans?

P.CHASE: When I create Music, I look at each song as a new beginning. An empty canvas! The Beat is The Canvas, the flow is the paint and the words bring the art to life! I put the same energy in every song. Also I have an amazing management team and marketing team! They put me where I need to be! 
 
TEC: Can you briefly illustrate A day in the life of Philly Chase ?


P.CHASE: Write, Workout, Record, Pray, Spend time with family! Oh and twitter! I live on twitter lol!   

TEC: In your Hip Hop Hall of fame, the first three rappers are ?

P.CHASE: Biggie, Pac, Jay z  


TEC:  Are you  day time person or a night owl?
 

P.CHASE: Night owl! I don't sleep much!
 

TEC: Whats your favourite color?
 

P.CHASE: Red, Blue, Black 

TEC: Whats your favourite meal ?
 

P.CHASE:  Soul Food and Sea food! I love to eat

 

TEC: Whats your zodiac sign?
 

P.CHASE: Gemini 100% Gemini

 

TEC: Your all time favorite Movie ?

 P. CHASE: I have alot! Good Fellas, Casino, I have to many


TEC:  Your all time favorite song?
 

P.CHASE: I don't have one
 

TEC: Have you visited any country outside the United States? and which other countries would you like to visit? 

P. CHASE: Yes I have! Canada Is one! I want to visit Paris, Brazil, UK, I mean everywhere I love to travel!!!! 


TEC: What is the biggest dream you work to actualize?
 

P.CHASE: My biggest dream is to become a very successful musician and business man! 
 
TEC: Whats your message to people who believe in you ?
 

P.Chase: I love you guys! I really appreciate you! With so much love and encouragement I get it makes me more determined and ready to take it to the next level. Without you I am nothing and I'm glad to have you guys go along with me on this journey! #FLIGHTCITY

 

TEC: Thank you Philly Chase for granting the interview, can you give a shout out to some special people to you so that they know Philly was truly in the house.
 
P.Chase: I would like to give a huge s/o to my Mach 1 Family.
My managers Eddie Galan and Jason Curtis
Chris Heintz
Ryder avalon
Tim Katoga
All My Chasers
And A Special s/o to my Family. I Love you guys!!! God Bless

Get more on Philly Chase via http://www.PhillyChase.com 
Or follow him on Twitter via @IAMPHILLYCHASE

Monday, April 1, 2013

QUEEN THE PROPHET. ON THE MOVE AGAIN


Remember Queen the Prophet?  If you dont, then hit my archive and look up my last interview with her. The Boss Lady is on the move again, ever burning with concepts and and positive ideas, check out the latest from this dynamic Hip Hop heavy weight, and if you want to be a part of her project you can reach her directly via Twitter. Now lets find out what her royal "flyness" has been up to.

"Wizard Of OZ" is the title of the brand new promotional single just released by Queen The Prophet
(Battlegrownd Entertainment/ Doberville Kennel Club Music) as well as the first exclusive leak off the Doberman Gang “Loyalty is Everything, Vol. 1” promotional mix tape (December, 2013). “Loyalty is Everything, Vol. 1” is one of many projects being released by Battlegrownd Entertainment #OPERATIONREVOLUTION 2013 “Hip-Hop Apocalypse” campaign. Queentheprophet will be releasing her debut solo project “Rise of the Phoenix” Summer, 2013.

“Wizard of Oz” Credits:
Arranged by: Steddie Beat Recordings @sbrecordings
Assistant Production Supervisor: George Yung (Doberville Kennel Club Music)
Beat: Free by worldhiphopbeats.com
Graphic: Johnny Magnum, Beasthood, Inc. @kingmagma
Various uTube clips were used to provide samples.
THIS TRACK IS NOT FOR INDIVIDUAL SALE. PROMOTIONAL USE ONLY.
FREE via Sound Cloud:





For bookings/features for Battlegrownd Entertainment Artists (Brandon Heat, Grand Giovanni, QueentheProphet, & PHYSCOROCK email: purplelionesse@hotmail.com

This campaign began on January 14, 2013 (One month from the day of the Sandy Hook, CT shooting) with the “7th Trumpet 26 Project” (Read more: 7th Trumpet 26 Project #OPERATIONREVOLUTION LOOKING 4 26 emcees http://wp.me/s2dJOM-129 via queentheprophet.com) other upcoming projects for 2013:

 PROMOTIONAL PROJECTS:
George Yung              @kinggeorge427         Death of George Yung, April 2013

Verbal Kent                @kingnattyboog         Rare Species, June 2013

Young Pyro                 @pyromaniac7491      Inferno, July 2013

Grand Giovanni          @_GrandGiovanni      InstaGrand, October, 2013

Coke Kev                    @CtCokeKev             2013

Charlie Summers         @thatsummerlife        2013

Big Heights                 @DonovinHeights      2013

Speci the Wolf            @specithawolf            2013

DOBERMAN GANG  “Loyalty is Everything, Volume 1” will feature music from George Yung, Verbal Kent, Grand Giovanni, Queentheprophet, Big Heights, Speci tha Wolf, Young Pyro, Coke Kev, & more.

UPCOMING ALBUM/EPs:

“7th Trumpet 26 Project” 1/14/13-12/14/13 Grand Giovanni, QueentheProphet ft/ various artists through out the 26 versions available via iTunes & Amazon.

@iambrandonheat       Good Man Gone, 2013

@queentheprophet      Rise of the Phoenix, Summer 2013

@_grandgiovanni       2013

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

KNOW YOUR HIP HOP HISTORY (Schooling The New Generation) Lords Of The Underground

If you follow my blogs, then you already know what this post is about, but if this is your first time reading it then i advice you to check my last post about NAUGHTY BY NATURE. Am trying to take the new generation of Hip Hop lovers back to their roots, to meet the soldiers who made Hip Hop what it is today. On this next education, i will be telling you a little about the LORDS OF THE UNDERGROUND. Yeah! Another dynamic trio that kept the 90s "HOPPING" while the new generation of Hip Hopers were either babies or unborn. If you dint know about them before now, sit back relax, HERE COMES THE LORDS!

LORDS OF THE UNDERGROUND ( LOTUG)
Its Mr Funke, DoItAll  and DJ LordJazz and they are the Lords Of The Underground and if you ask me, they were also the Lords  above ground in the 90s, they had a spectacular hit song titled "Chief Rocka" which till today remains a Hip Hop anthem for those of use who vibed to Hip Hop in the 90s, i must confess i still listen to this song at least once in a week, i never get tired of hearing it, that's how you define a classic rap song, these guys held the supreme Hip Hop top spot  in the mid 90s, and believe me this was a tough time in the game as there was alot of competitive rivalries going  on at that time, alot of heavy weights in the game and alot of skillfull rappers shining, but inspite of all that, LOTUG stood out as a rap group from New Jersey, They had a unique style that made them stand out from other rappers and rap groups, DJ LordJazz was always behind as the linchpin that connects everything that goes on with the music, Mr Funke's was the chubby dude with the little voice but powerful 'vocabs' that keeps us his disciples reciting his lines and DoItAll was ever ready to back up Mr Funke  with his simple and a bit humorous compositions, honestly between Mr Funke and DoItAll i cant tell who drops harder because they are so wonderful together on a track, alot of rappers either sampled their style, voice and even bite their lyrics during that era, i listen to rap diligently so when i hear a bitten style i know where its from, i knew when i hear LOTUG style from other rappers, One great rapper that openly sampled them was the Notorious B.I.G. in the song titled "Machine Gun Funk" in the Ready to Die Album.

Lords Of  The Underground influenced alot of rappers that came out after them, they set the pace for rappers who dont have to rap about killing or gangster life to make a rap song and their lyrics were not packed with swear words like other rappers that swear in almost every "bar" they drop. The Lords rocked everyone who knew Hip Hop back then, they contributed massively in transforming Hip Hop to mean-stream music, so if you are associating yourself with Hip Hop and you dont know about LOTUG then you are rocking Hip Hop without the "HOP" that makes you a "HIP" lover, i would advice you to google these guys so you know a little more about them, and here are some of their songs you should check out on YouTube!

"Funky Child"
"Chief Rocka"
"Here Comes The Lords"
"Tic Toc"       


If you want to keep intouch with LOTUG then follow  ‏@djlordjazzlotug  on Twitter and get familiar with  LEGENDS who made Hip Hop a household name.