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Nosetalgia
"Nosetalgia" (a portmanteau of the words "nose" and "nostalgia") is a song by American hip hop recording artist Pusha T from his debut studio album ''My Name Is My Name'' (2013). "Nosetalgia" features vocals from American rapper Kendrick Lamar, with production handled by Nottz, Kanye West and additional production by The Twilite Tone. The hip hop song features both artists rapping about their experiences and effects of cocaine on their childhoods. On February 3, 2014, the song was officially released as a single in the United Kingdom by GOOD Music and Def Jam Recordings as the album's fifth official single. Background On September 16, 2013, Def Jam released the single artwork, and announced that "Nosetalgia" featuring Kendrick Lamar would be released soon. Later that same day the song would be premiered via Def Jam's website and then on Funkmaster Flex's Hot 97 radio show. The song's spare, nimble beat was produced by Nottz and Kanye West. Its production contains a "muggy gui ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My Name Is My Name
''My Name Is My Name'' is the debut studio album by American rapper Pusha T. It was released on October 7, 2013, by GOOD Music and Def Jam Recordings. While leading up to the album's announcement, Pusha T released the mixtape ''Fear of God'' and the EP '' Fear of God II: Let Us Pray'' during 2011, along with collaborating on the GOOD Music's compilation album '' Cruel Summer'' (released in 2012). In 2013, he also released another mixtape '' Wrath of Caine''. The album's production was handled primarily by Kanye West, along with several producers, including Pharrell Williams, The-Dream, Hudson Mohawke, Sebastian Sartor, Don Cannon, Swizz Beatz, Rico Beats, Mano and Nottz. It also features guest appearances from Rick Ross, Jeezy, 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Future, Pharrell Williams, Chris Brown and Kendrick Lamar, among others. The album received widespread acclaim from critics and was positioned highly on many "Best Albums of 2013" lists by major publications. The album also fared w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Twilite Tone
Anthony Christopher Khan (né Craig; born July 13, 1971), known by his stage name The Twilite Tone, is an American record producer, recording artist, composer, DJ, and radio host. Among others, he has worked with Gorillaz, Kanye West, Common, Big Sean, John Legend, My Brightest Diamond and U-God among others. Early life Tone was born in Chicago, Illinois, United States, to parents Indria Khan and Anthony Christopher Craig. Tone was born with the surname Craig (his father's name), which was later changed to Khan, his family's surname. He was influenced by his uncle, Hassan Khan, who married Chaka Khan in 1970. Tone is a cousin of jazz bassist Richard Davis. He learned to play the trumpet in 3rd grade, and soon after learned to play percussion instruments. He was the drum section leader in his high school band, and DJ'd for the first time as a sophomore at a Kenwood Academy event. Career Tone was first introduced to NO I.D. and Chicago rapper Common in 1987, and soon became the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pusha T
Terrence LeVarr Thornton (born May 13, 1977), better known by his stage name Pusha T, is an American rapper. He rose to prominence as one half of the Virginia-based hip hop duo Clipse, which he formed with his older brother No Malice, Malice. Mainly active from 1994 to 2010, the duo were discovered by Pharrell Williams and signed with his record label Star Trak Entertainment, an imprint of Arista Records in 2001. They released three studio albums—''Lord Willin''' (2002), ''Hell Hath No Fury (Clipse album), Hell Hath No Fury'' (2006) and ''Til the Casket Drops (Clipse album), Til the Casket Drops'' (2009)—to mild commercial success; the former spawned the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100-top 40 singles "Grindin'" and "When the Last Time", for which they became best known. After the duo disbanded in 2010, Thornton began pursuing a solo career. He signed with Kanye West's record label GOOD Music, an imprint of Def Jam Recordings following his work on West's fifth album, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
(If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right
"(If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want to Be Right" is a song written by Stax Records songwriters Homer Banks, Carl Hampton, and Raymond Jackson. Originally written for The Emotions, it has been performed by many singers, most notably by Luther Ingram, whose original recording topped the R&B chart for four weeks and rose to number 3 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in 1972. ''Billboard'' ranked it as the No. 16 song for 1972. In 1972–73, The Faces recorded the song as an outtake for '' Ooh La La'' (1973), their final studio album. In 1974, Millie Jackson released her version of the song which received two Grammy Award nominations. In 1978, Barbara Mandrell's version topped the U.S. country chart, reached number 31 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 (number 27 Cashbox), and was nominated for Single of the Year at the 1979 CMA (Country Music Association) Awards. Rod Stewart recorded the song for '' Foot Loose & Fancy Free'' (1977), his eighth album; as a single it peaked at nu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
It's On Again
"It's On Again" is a song by American singer Alicia Keys featuring American rapper Kendrick Lamar. The song was written for the 2014 superhero film '' The Amazing Spider-Man 2'' by the artist alongside the producers, Hans Zimmer, who scored the film, and Pharrell Williams. It was released on March 31, 2014 as the lead single from the film's soundtrack. The song was nominated at the 15th Black Reel Awards for Outstanding Original Song. Critical reception Todd Martens of ''Los Angeles Times'' wrote that the song "feels a little like two songs smashed into one", one "underscored by slow-rising synths that add heft to the generally fierce intensity of Lamar" and the other "keeps Keys relatively restrained, as her voice sticks close to a warm beat", praising Pharrell and Zimmer production. Music video The music video of "It's On Again" was released on April 14, 2014 on Vevo and was directed by Rich Lee. It features appearances from the involved musicians and footage of the film. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Radioactive (Imagine Dragons Song)
"Radioactive" is a song by American pop rock band Imagine Dragons from their major-label debut Extended play, EP ''Continued Silence EP, Continued Silence'' and later on their debut studio album, ''Night Visions'' (2012), as the opening track. It was first sent to modern rock radio on October 29, 2012, and then released to contemporary hit radio on April 9, 2013. Musically, "Radioactive" is an electronic rock and alternative rock song with elements of dubstep. The song received positive reviews from critics, who praised the production, lyrics, and vocals, calling it a highlight on the album. Due to heavy rotation on various commercials and trailers, the song became a sleeper hit, peaking at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart and becoming the band's first top 10 single as well as being the third best selling song in that country in 2013. It also broke the record for slowest ascension to the top 5 in chart history and held the record for most wee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I'll Be Gone (Linkin Park Song)
"I'll Be Gone" is a song by American rock music, rock band Linkin Park from their fifth studio album, ''Living Things (Linkin Park album), Living Things''. The song was written by the band and produced by co-lead vocalist Mike Shinoda and Rick Rubin. The song features strings by Arcade Fire arranger Owen Pallett. It entered the United Kingdom, UK Rock Singles Charts at number 26 and was added to the playlist of Los Angeles modern rock station KROQ on December 5, 2012. Composition "I'll Be Gone" has been said to leave the listener with dampened spirits due to the depressive feel of the track. AltSounds describes the song as a "guitar heavy number with solid drumming from Rob Bourdon, Rob" and that is "building upon their (Linkin Park's) now quite signature futuristic sound". ''Billboard (magazine), Billboard'' mentions that this track is a "compelling descent that recalls 90s modern rock heroes like Alice In Chains and Stone Temple Pilots." On November 14, 2013, Linkin Park relea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Move That Dope
"Move That Dope" (edited version titled as "Move That Doh") is a song by American rapper Future featuring fellow American rappers Pharrell Williams, Pusha T and Casino. It was released on February 6, 2014 as the fourth single from the former's second studio album '' Honest''. The song peaked at number 46 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100. It was produced by frequent collaborators Mike Will Made It, P-Nasty, and Williams. Casino's verse is removed from the radio edit version of the song. Music video On March 6, 2014, the music video was released. Both Casino and his verse were not featured in the video. However, the extended version does feature Casino. The video includes cameo appearances by Tyler, the Creator, Schoolboy Q, Mike Will Made It, and Wiz Khalifa. Accolades (*) designates unordered list. Awards and nominations Chart performance "Move That Dope" peaked at number 46 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100. It spent a total of 18 weeks on the chart. The song was cert ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nottz
Dominick J. Lamb, (born February 21, 1977) better known by his stage name Nottz (or Nottz Raw), is an American hip hop producer and rapper from Norfolk, Virginia. Life and career Some of Nottz's earliest production work was on the Rawkus Records compilation '' Lyricist Lounge, Volume One'', in 1998. From there he landed three tracks on Busta Rhymes' '' Extinction level Event'' LP, after Rhymes stumbled across one of his beat tapes. Like many other hip hop producers to emerge before the 2000s, Nottz samples from old (primarily soul) records and film soundtracks to reconstruct new beats. West Coast hip hop icon, Dr. Dre, has named Nottz as one of his favorite producers, and has selected him as one of the few guest producers on his much delayed, yet anticipated '' Detox'' album that never was released. Nottz assisted in the production of the singer Bilal's second album, '' Love for Sale''. Nottz has a group called D.M.P., which stands for "Durte Muzik Prahdukshun". They ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hip Hop Production
Hip hop production is the creation of hip hop music in a recording studio. While the term encompasses all aspects of hip hop music creation, including recording the rapping of an MC, a turntablist or DJ providing a beat, playing samples and " scratching" using record players and the creation of a rhythmic backing track, using a drum machine or sequencer, it is most commonly used to refer to recording the instrumental, non-lyrical and non-vocal aspects of hip hop. Music production Hip hop producers may be credited as the record producer or songwriter; they may also supervise recording sessions. Hip hop instrumentals are colloquially referred to as beats or musical compositions, while the composer is called either a programmer, songwriter, or beat maker. In the studio, the hip hop producer often functions as both the composer and as a traditional record producer. They are sometimes called Orchestrators. P. Diddy is an example of one, but they are ultimately responsible for the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
World's Famous Supreme Team
The World's Famous Supreme Team was an American hip hop radio show duo and recording group active from 1979 to 1991. The original members were Sedivine the Mastermind (Larry Price) and Just Allah the Superstar (Ronald Larkins Jr.). Career The group's radio show started in 1979 on WHBI-FM 105.9, broadcasting from Newark, New Jersey and primarily serving the North Jersey and New York City area. In a 2007 interview, Sedivine described the radio station as "a little rat trap, not a big station," and said the group paid WHBI between $150 and $300 for each one-hour show. The group rose to international prominence when punk impresario Malcolm McLaren recruited Sedevine, Just Allah, and samples of their radio show (including their use of the then-novel scratching technique) for his 1982 hip hop song "Buffalo Gals". In 1983 the group and their radio samples were featured on McLaren's full album follow-up '' Duck Rock''. The group is credited as the first hip hop group to incorporate Fi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hip Hop Music
Hip-hop or hip hop (originally disco rap) is a popular music Music genre, genre that emerged in the early 1970s from the African Americans, African-American community of New York City. The style is characterized by its synthesis of a wide range of musical techniques. Hip-hop includes rapping often enough that the terms can be used synonymously. However, "hip-hop" more properly denotes an entire hip-hop culture, subculture. Other key markers of the genre are the disc jockey, turntablism, scratching, beatboxing, and hip hop production, instrumental tracks. Cultural interchange has always been central to the hip-hop genre. It simultaneously borrows from its social environment while commenting on it. The hip-hop genre and culture emerged from block parties in ethnic minority neighborhoods of New York City, particularly The Bronx, Bronx. DJs began expanding the instrumental Break (music), breaks of popular records when they noticed how excited it would make the crowds. The extend ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
