Wednesday, April 30, 2014

A Second Chance

HELLO OGT FANS AND FANATICS, FRIENDS AND FOES !

 How the fuck do you do little ones, on this fabulous wicked Wednesday? I'll have to admit, after reading the introduction to FIASCO THE GOD'S weekly Monday update, a certain question has been hanging around the gallows of my mind lately. He spoke in reference to a line from VONPOEVII'S song titled City After Hours -"My circle getting smaller as my life goes on". To continue on with the topic of our circles shrinking and the come and go of weary souls who cross our paths, I'd like to talk about second chances. As we grown and come to know, its impossible to trek without change. If I came face to face with my 18-year-old self on a street corner today I'd stare into her eyes as if she were a stranger, hell I probably wouldn't even be her friend. My point being that I have changed, regardless if I wanted to or not, because every person, situation and dream I've encountered and everything I've come to experience has helped to mold me as if I was the clay stretching and folding in the hands of the sculptor. And like many others, this unstoppable change came with a price as my circle became practically non-existent. It seemed like the more I knew, the lonelier I became. It also seemed like the more I created myself as an individual and began to build my own circle, the faster the illusory circle i'd once grown so comfortable with began to fall and perish. I'd like to think that people come and go for a reason, some purpose that I perhaps am unaware of. I'd like to think that all I've lost and gained has made me the proud woman I am today. But who is to know. 'Circles' in a sense are self pruning rose bushes, severing the putrid ends while making room for new blooms. But who's to say that a severed rose can't be replanted? Do people deserve second chances? Is life too short to give up on people? Or is life just too short to put up with the bullshit? Does it depend on the strength of the bond, family? If there a objective answer? #FOODFORTHOUGHT

 NOW, ONTO THE #OGT WEDNESDAY WEEKLY UPDATE !!!

 Recently we were blessed with new visuals from JMEGA THE GOD titled 'Untouchable' If you haven't checked the video out yet, please do so below. Along with psychedelic colors and poetry on point, this one ladies and gentleman is a gem in the rough. I recommend you zone out to the poetry, some real knowledge right hurr #OGT
Also, I'd like to wish a fat HAPPY BARFDAY to our very own JASSON C!!! I'm pretty sure he just turned 5 today, haha. Naw, but all jokes aside, Happy birthday to JASSON C, I hope all your wishes come true. Even though you had to run errands.
Attention YOUNG DEVOUR fans! Don't miss the meet and greet + pop up shop this Saturday May 3rd in Maywood CA from 2-530pm! We all know how much you fans love getting a chance to meet and greet DEVOUR himself. Real artists interact with their fans, ya feel me? DEVOUR'S got it right #OGT
Also, If you'd like to see DEVOUR UPP and RAZOR in combination with other special guests, make sure to check out this show May 23rd in North Hollywood CA. Tickets are out now, so make sure to follow the little birdy below to cop a pair of ya own! #OGT 
Our very own T.H.A. F.O.R.M.U.L.A. JUST released some new audio titled 'It's On..' I'm actually listening to it as a type this, and hot damn just listening to it makes me want to write some poetry. So, little freaks, take a gander below and give this audio a listen. Pinky swear you won't regret it ;)
Well, stinky people
Farewell
Until Next
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Monday, April 28, 2014

OGT Weekly 4/28/2014

"My circle getting smaller as my life goes on" - Von Poe VII, City After Hours

 This line spit by Von Poe VII on his latest album ONLY GODZ RELATE had me thinking about my own circle. In contrast, my "circle" has actually grew within the past year. In a way it is a surprising way for me to admit this due to my playlist being filled with Hip hop songs and I am sure everyone of those MCs in my playlist have said that their group of friends diminished over time. This is not to say that because a lot of MCs have said this before, that it takes away the value of the line nor the credibility that Von Poe VII has as a poet. So the fact that I have listened to such words time and time again, I would think that my life would resemble that part of being a MC. Because lets be honest, some fans want to live like their favorite music artist(s) in at least one way. Not that it would make sense for me to consciously push people away in order for me to hold together the faction of me and my two other friends but, perhaps in an unconscious way. Unconsciously me wanting to live one way or another like a Hip hop MC. I'm very pleased to realize that my "circle" has grown over the past year. These people have supplied me with intriguing conversations and countless laughs. I have yet to go through a hardship over the past year but, if I do, I have a good feeling that they will be there. Having a small group of friends does not seem to be for me.

 I am FiascoTheGod and I am alive to supply you with the latest Organized Threat news.

 Expect New Video(s) Soon

 Both Devour and Von Poe VII tweeted about upcoming videos. Von Poe VII tweeted "New visuals coming soon man, can't say much outside of that. - VII". Devour tweeted today asking us if we are ready for a new video. It is not known if their tweets are related so we will have to wait and see.

Yarah And Vida Tease You

 Yarah Bravo and Vida Killz are on the verge of releasing new projects. Yarah Bravo's EP entitled Love Is The Movement is scheduled to be released tomorrow and she released a teaser for it which can be viewed by clicking here. Vida Killz is currently working on her LP entitled Daydreams And Nightmares and that is scheduled for a June 2014 release. She has released a snippet for one of those tracks on the album entitled Remember. Click here to listen to the 16 second snippet.

Vida Killz has also released Lady Death Pt. IV which will also be on Daydreams And Nightmares.

It's On Buddy!!!

 THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A. has composed and released a new sound that he calls It's On... When I read the title I am confronted with the thoughts of fighting and aggressiveness. THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A. throws me off balance when the sound is actually played. Of course I didn't expect for him to come out with an aggressive sound, he seems like a very peaceful guy. But, if you (THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A.) ever have that moment when you need to let out some aggression, through music, go for it!!! Depending on your initial thoughts when you read the title, THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A. does showcase contrast. It's On.. is for sale and you can contact him at fequalsmc@gmail.com.

May 3rd Seven Empty Will Be Released

 Don't forget that EmptySev will be releasing his album Seven Empty on May 3rd. EmptySev pours out a lot of knowledge about the album in my interview with him so check that out by clicking here. Be prepared before the album gets released!

An Organized Conclusion

Now that I have supplied you human beings with the latest Organized Threat news, it is time for me to enter into a slumber. Before you enter yours, make sure to read over the blog at least one more time in order to fully grasp the news and music you have been dealt. Even Santa Claus checks his list twice. Oh, and you can consider me, FiascoTheGod, your savior.

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Friday, April 25, 2014

Spice Up Your Life

POETIC DEATH: At the end of May, from May 28th to May 31st, Poe will be in New York to film music videos off of his new album. Papa J. and Joogy Jugg will be there, too, so if you spot them, don't hesitate to say "hi" and introduce yourselves. Also, he has some new gear on the way... but have you got your hands on some of his "old" gear? Better GET SOME.

PAPA J: Other than heavily reminding you all that he has a big announcement coming on May 25th (look out for that!) and posting some visuals every now and then, Papa J has also been sharing some seriously cute photos of him and his son. While that's not too relevant to what he's been up to musically, it kind of is, because that's his heart right there... and where inspiration will come from. Family is everything... and he's being a full-time Papa. :)

GAVLYN: For all of you living in France, Gav will be out that way throughout the month of May. Be sure to look over the flyer to see if and when she'll be stopping in your city. Speaking of performances, Gav has been performing at select locations during Sick Jacken's tour along with Bambu (one of my favorite emcees). MAKE SURE YOU ATTEND ONE OF THOSE SHOWS, BECAUSE THAT'S SOME SICK TALENT UP THERE. All caps necessary, yes. They'll all be at Brick Mortar in San Francisco TOMORROW, so peep the flyer. For visual awesomeness, here's a photo of Bambu, Gavlyn, and Sick Jacken. And, for added spice-up-your-life flavor, I learned that Gavlyn and I share a love for the Spice Girls via photos of saved memorabilia (her picture and my picture). No shame in my game.

VIDA KILLZ: Calling all producers, miss Vida is seeking beats that resemble the sound and vibe to the one in "Lucid Dream". If this is what you're about, go ahead and hit her up (see her post).

JASSON C: After previously announcing the official release date for his forthcoming album, titled The Lymbo Ascent Project (#LAProject), Jasson invites his supporters to like and/or comment on this status if you want new material. He has singles prepared, and will begin shooting videos next month... so if you're fiending for that new-new, you better let him know!

THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A.: This guy just made a tweet talking about how he's in the lab working on his second solo album ("trust I'm coming with a lot of different sounds & styles this time around #AsSoundTravels"). Are you ready for that? Until then, you should go back in time to last year and listen to A Peace of Sound.

YARAH BRAVO: The awesomely wonderful Yarah has been performing out in Russia these last few days, and has been posting some funny selfies that will bring a smile to your face (hair ball in Moscow, and hair ball in Moscow pt 2, a flying Yarah). Her next show is in Minsk, Belarus tomorrow! I'm not exactly sure where the event is going to be held at, so if you're in the area and would like to attend, make sure you stay tuned to her Facebook page and/or ask Google.

FEGGY MIN: So, Feggy finally finished up all of her Block B "Jackpot" inspired illustrations. Have a look at all of them right here and tell her what you think!

THREAT THROWBACKS:
1) Poe posted this picture (here's a color version) of him and Papa J. He wrote a touching little post about the things they've been through together, and posed a thoughtful, rhetorical question on the idea of where they'll be at in 20 years and the impact they'll have on the world.
2) Papa J posted this photo from the summer of 2012 when he was filming an unreleased music video with Poe. He also posted this photo that shows him hanging out with Vida and Poe that same summer... just before he was hospitalized.

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That wraps it up.
HAVE A DOPE WEEKEND!
XOXO, Tiffology

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Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Every Generation Deserves a Villain

HELLO OGT FANS AND FANATICS, FRIENDS AND FOES !

 I titled this Wednesday #OGT weekly addition 'Every Generation Deserves a Villain' because, if you follow VONPOEVII as closely as i do, you'd understand how often and fervent he expresses the idea behind the phrase. And, you know, it's really got me wondering what the fuck a villain is. My nature as a philo-sophizer entices my desire to better understand the meaning or characteristics that define the word, and the best way to gain a more thorough comprehension of what a villain really is and anything for the matter is through examination of the origin; its fundamental parts. To me it seems that villains are essentially agents of disruption; they are the war to the peace of the story, the chaos within a world of order. Now when i feel naughty i play devil's advocate and I let myself wonder; is it possible for these two opposites to exist one-without-the-other? Would we really know peace if we didn't know war? Would we really know virtue if not fully aware of what it isn't, it's vice? Would we really be able to appreciate eudaimonia if first we did not know human degradation? It seems to me that a villain, or the idea behind one, is not only an essential part of our notion of human happiness but also an integral part of our notion of existence. Besides, at the end of the day, we all need a little disruption or else we'll never find the path paved to El dorado. 
Anyways, the general himself VONPOEVII just updated to let us know that #ONLYGODZRELATE will be available on Itunes, Spotify, and other great stations within 3 to 5 days! So follow this little birdy below for the most intricate of details regarding the lovely VONPOEVII himself!
Attention RICS RUMBLE fans! RICS RUMBLE just released some new visuals titled 'Just Another Hip Hop Track'! If you haven't gotten the chance to check out the video, please do so below. You'll regret it if you don't, because RICS RUMBLE is not one known to disappoint! #OGT 
Also, don't forget to come wish RICS RUMBLE a safe trip overseas as we celebrate his departure at the 818 Takeover this weekend!!! The event takes place in Sherman Oaks Ca and the doors open at 6PM. So, see you there? Follow the little birdy below for the most intricate directional details little freaks, and en joy.

Our own VIDA KILLZ recently announced that she will be compiling her short stories within a book! The poetry we've already beheld is outta this world, so I personally am extra excited to see what kind of knowledge miss VIDA KILLZ passes down to us within those pages to come. Follow the little birdy below for the latest updates regarding the formulation of miss VIDA KILLZ book! 
If you happened to miss the fabulous 4/20 Rhymefest this year, do not fear nymphs and nymphettes! Please take a gander at the photo below of RAZOR and DJSTARCHILD before rocking the stage #OGT
Miss FEGGY MIN also recently released new FEGGY MIN bags that come in a variety of different colors! Follow the little birdy below and browse for yourself, pick one out and definitely one for your girl. Don't stop there, check out the rest of the site! Support your local OGT artist, you know you want to ;)
Last but certainly not leastly! Those of you over in or around Whittier, don't forget to stop by and pay homage to YOUNG DEVOUR this Saturday! Its an all ages show, the doors open at 6pm, and from then on out who knows?! Make sure to follow the little birdy below to snag your spot to see the one and only YOUNG DEVOUR!!! 
Well, you freaks
Until next
Happy Surfing
Internetians
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Monday, April 21, 2014

Can You Handle The Knowledge?

It's been a week since VON POE VII released ONLY GODZ RELATE. Unsurprisingly people are still talking about it on social media, and I learn something new with each listen, whether that be a historical fact or a line I didn't previously catch.

In order to survive in the Hip-hop environment, you have to keep up with the current sound. And when an artist does this, it is very important the he or she does not compromise their lyrics and subject matter. Matching the current sound of Hip-hop is not something I would see Poetic Death worry about. And I am sure he didn't worry about it while creating this project because he has stated many times before that he creates music only for himself. If matching the current sound of Hip-hop was a concern to him, then cool, I don't blame him. But, I guess if he was concerned about  matching the current sound of Hip-hop that doesn't necessarily  mean that he didn't create that song for himself. And what is the current sound of Hip-hop? Dammit I just got a headache. I'll say that trap beats are one of the current sounds of Hip-hop. The whole point of this was for me to surface to attention the track Styles and Ranks on ONLY GODZ RELATE. The sound of this track as well as new flow from the God was definitely new to VON POE VII listeners. When I listened to it for the first, second, and beyond times, one thought came to my mind. If there is one track on this album that I would have to present to somebody to make them want to listen to more of him, it would be Styles And Ranks (if there two others it would have to be THE VILLAIN and The Reign of VII). Why would I have them listen to Styles And Ranks? Well there is just that thought in my head that having them listen to one of his more poetic, dark, and complex sounding sounds,  would be a fail to make them intrigued in more of his poetry/music. There has been a resurgence of demand from fans to want organic and complex lyricism in Hip-hop but damn, I just don't think they are ready for VON POE VII. I don't want to gas him up or seem like a fanboy that won't hop off his nuts but damn, it's just my honest opinion. Compare the knowledge and mythical references that Poetic Death makes to some of the biggest names in Hip-hop right now. No one comes close.

So what was the point of all of that? I don't know. It's just something that is on my mind while composing this blog. Maybe I'll look at this tomorrow and think that what I wrote is completely garbage or maybe my beliefs that I just stated will change. Maybe Poetic Death and others in Organized Threat will disagree with everything I just typed. And I'm okay with that, too.

I am FiascoTheGod and I am alive and prepared to present to you the latest Organized Threat news.

Razor & Sev

 Razor contacted EmptySev via Twitter in order to obtain his email address. Razor tweeted "@sevenxempty what's your email fam? Got some new heat for you on my new project ;)". Sev of course responded and supplied him with his email. Let the organizing for a Razor and EmptySev track begin.

Blu Steel

 Director Chad A. Marshall (Poetic Death), True Masterz (includes JMega The God), and producer MIGHGAWD all organize to bring to you their latest music video entitled Blu Steel.

EmptySev Faces The Chamber

 My interview with EmptySev has been published to Street Khemistry. I designed the interview to focus on his upcoming album SevenEmpty which is scheduled to be released on May 3rd. Although it is what I expected, I appreciate the effort that EmptySev put into answering the questions. Organized Threat fans will really enjoy this interview because EmptySev provides juicy historical information on the project. So if you want to impress your friends with your knowledge of the album that hasn't even been released yet, make sure you check it out. Here is one question followed by the answer, from the interview:

4. Taking a close look at the coverart for this album, I noticed three 7’s in art. The first two are more obvious than the third. The position in which the female is holding the two swords, forms two 7’s. The third 7 which may not be so clear to point out is the way the female is positioned kneeling on the floor. Looking at her upside down, is the third 7. How does the depiction in the artwork properly represent the album that is Seven Empty?

Bro, that album cover holds some history. A couple years ago the homie started doing some modeling and would post her pictures up every once in a while, she had this one picture that was like the dopest shit to me. I meant to ask her if I could use it as artwork for a track I was gonna upload but always forgot to. Now a couple months ago we were just kickin it and I randomly just remembered she used to model and had a picture I liked, so she came over, we searched her laptop for that bitch, I found it, and that was that. I didn't know back then why I liked it so much but now it makes perfect sense, I'm so glad I didn't use it for a fuckin single. haha to be honest I never noticed that 3rd 7 you found, kudos to you. I usually just write 2 sevens on everything since the Sev in EmptySev is short for Seven and serves as the 3rd. so yea, I never looked past the two sword 7's. As far as what it represents, well, when you look it at the cover the first thing you'll probably notice is the light taking over most of the image, I like to think of this album as my first official "enlightened" manifesto. Followed by the naked girl sitting there quite peacefully, representing purity and naturalism. Then you have the swords, I've always been drawn to swords. They give the girl a sense of power, that edge that says "Don't fuck with me though" haha, you know? It sets the perfect mood for whatever I wanna say on this album.

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Wrap Up

 For those of you that have your Spring break coming to an end, I am a glad to have it concluded with my latest OGT Weekly as well as my interview with EmptySev. After you take a second and third look at the blog in order to absorb my thoughts and the latest OGT news, consider me, FiascoTheGod, your savior.

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Friday, April 18, 2014

Easter Weekend

It's that time again--it's Friday! The weather is lovely tonight and I'm feeling mighty healthy. It wasn't until yesterday that I remembered that Easter is just around the corner, so I'm barely just solidifying my plans. I see a honey-baked ham and other yummy food on the horizon; oh yes. Before I go ahead and tell you all that I hope your weekend is great, that it's filled with laughter and good times (and not spent too dangerously), let me get into what's new:

POETIC DEATH: I know Aster and Fiasco have already talked about the album's release, but let me reiterate that Poetic Death dropped his ONLY GODZ RELATE album five days ago, on April 13th! Much like Fiasco, I am not here to give you my review or thoughts on the album, because it's one that needs to be absorbed on a much larger scale and given many more listens, so you'll have to wait for that... or something (haha). With that said, though, have you given it a thorough listen through yet? What are your thoughts? What are your favorite tracks? If you haven't listened to it yet, or haven't snagged a digital copy, make your way to Bandcamp or any other digital retailer (iTunes, Goodle Play, etc) to add it to your arsenal of dope music. His IndieGoGo campaign is still up and running for hard copies, too. It ends on May 30th, though, so hurry up and reserve yours today.

"30 tracks of very thought provoking poetry, and broken limitations to the art of its culture. ONLY GODZ RELATE marks the next chapter to the introduction of Goth Hop / Sludge Hop, a combination of morbid poetry mixed with a desire and strive for a higher level of consciousness and overstanding."

Also, on April 16th, Poe got to kick it with BReal (of Cypress Hill fame) for a Heavyweights Radio interview on BReal TV (photo 1 and photo 2). Did you tune into that? Make sure you keep an eye on this website for when/if they post footage from the show.

GAVLYN: The winners from Gavlyn's "Forward Back" BeatStars remix contest were announced today. First place winner was awarded to Grim Fury (stream the remix) and the runner up was Jae Joe (stream the remix). Tomorrow, she will also be rocking alongside Oh Blimey during her set at Brokechella, on the Brownies and Lemonade Stage. Follow this link for information and the flyer.

Last, but not least, a new video interview surfaced, and it's from when she was in Spain on UMOtv. WATCH HERE where she talks about her album showcasing her transitions as an emcee, her eclectic taste in music, being fashionable in music, being featured in London's Front Magazine, and more. Tell me that microphone piece isn't enormous, haha.

VIDA KILLZ: Vida posted a brand new video for her Negative Space on vinyl IndieGoGo campaign. Check out the video below, get an idea of what the vinyl will sound like, and make sure you check out her fundraiser.


JASSON C: While Jasson has kind of been lowkey lately, he did announce the official release date for his forthcoming LA Project album today. You can look for it on June 5th, so put that on your calendar and stay tuned.

FEGGY MIN: Feggy has been really productive this week! Her new pieces include a duo feature of A$AP Lou Banga and A$AP Illz and a six-color variation of Jackson (of the Got 7 boy group). Remember this Zico piece from last week? Well, that was inspired by the new Block B's colorful and creative music video for "Jackpot" (Side note: Not related, but the lead girl in the music video is from one of my favorite Korean movies, called The Man From Nowhere. Ahhh, dope!). Feggy has been creating more vibrant illustrations of the boys from the video, such as another Zico piece, U-Kwon, P.O., and Park Kyung. They all look pretty dope, huh?!

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Welp, that's about it.
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Have a fun-tastic weekend!
XOXO, Tiffology

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Wednesday, April 16, 2014

The Before and After

HELLO OGT FANS AND FANATICS, FRIENDS AND FOES !

 Welcome my minions, once again to this weeks' Wednesday OGT weekly addition drenched in everything ORGANIZED THREAT! Its also my pleasure to continue with you past a crucial moment in times turning pages: the release of VONPOEVII'S #ONLYGODZRELATE. We have left the before and finally transcended the after, little ones. Can you feel planets dis-aligning?! Do you feel the blood under your skin starting to boil? Do you feel reality start to peel away like wallpaper? Do you feel yourself starting to turn into a wolf? or perhaps, wolf-ette? If so, GOOD, keep listening. Fully loaded with 30 tracks of blood, sweat and poetry, I find it hard to refer to the project as an 'album' because the simple definition doesn't even come close to doing justice to such a natural display of expression. To describe it as anything essentially confines it; a definition is easy to settle for but it also limits other possible avenues of interpretation. For example, an apple is usually an apple. But it can also be a form of pipe, weapon, and in some instances a bribe. The beauty of art and other aspects of life, I believe, is not held solely within the intent of the creator, but also within the beholder's individual interpretation. The beauty of art is within its boundlessness, and I believe #ONLYGODZRELATE is an exemplary paradigm of this. I am more than honored to have contributed to VONPOEVII'S project and if you haven't seen yet; get ready to strip off ya britches! Because #ONLYGODZRELATE [Full Length] has recently been added to YouTube! Click the link, get ya asses over to the channel and make sure to take advantage of the FREE DOWNLOAD as well! Cheers bitches :)
Also! The General himself (VONPOEVII) will also be featured TONIGHT on this weeks addition of BREAL TV! So fellas and fellattes, don't get caught laggin and gaggin on this one! Don't miss this exclusive sneak peek into the mind of VONPOEVII himself. Watch, listen and learn. Follow the little birdy below for the most up to date info as well as all things VONPOEVII! 
Don't you dare miss this one folks! Its 4/20 on Sunday and ya'll know what that means! Stay safe and don't do anything stupid [unless its worth it] But besides that, our very own DJSTARCHILD will be performing at Rhymefest! Follow the little birdy below to get the dirty details about DJSTARCHILD'S performance as well as live updates from the man behind the scratches himself! #OGT 
YOUNG DEVOUR fans look here! Ready for another spectacular YOUNG DEVOUR show? Because he will be performing next Saturday in Whittier CA! The doors open at 6pm and its 10 dolla regular or you can pay 30 dolla for a meet and greet, which ya know is always worth it ^-^ 
Follow the little tweet below for the most intricate details and reserve your spot little ones! Hurry before its too late!
Also, If you haven't gotten a chance to see the beautiful #818TAKEOVER show flyer, please look below. Previously mentioned by Fiasco the [merciful] God, the showcase breakdown is as follows: VONPOEVII, RAZOR, RICSRUMBLE, DJSTARCHILD and other special guests! With ONLY a 5 dolla price tag, how can one refuse? Follow the little birdy below for the latest #818TAKEOVER news and updates! 
Well, my friends
That's all
Until Next
Arrivederci
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Monday, April 14, 2014

ONLY GODZ RELATE 4/14/2014

This is FiascoTheGod and I am here to provide the latest Organized Threat scoop.

ONLY GODZ RELATE IS HERE!!!

 Well...where do I start? I should start off by stating that I have listened to ONLY GODZ RELATE by VON POE VII/Poetic Death. Although I have done this, I only listened to each song once. For me to proceed by analyzing this album or letting you know my favorite tracks, would be disrespectful. You may think I am being lazy but, am I really? This guy just put in work for the past several months and you expect me to go in depth on a 30 track album? No. It's not going to happen. There are still a few things I would like to shed light on even though I won't be able to go in depth about them. Poetic Death is known to inject historical information in his poetry and indeed he does so in this album, it is very noticeable on the track Road To Kemet where he and the features on the track shed light on the history of Ancient Africans. Not only does VON POE VII aim to assists with bringing knowledge to the forefront of Hip-hop, but he also utilizes an element in Hip-hop that could be argued has been lost. That element is DJ'ing. DJ Starchild provided the cuts on ONLY GODZ RELATE. VON POE VII says that ONLY GODZ RELATE "marks the next chapter to the introduction of Goth Hop / Sludge Hop, a combination of morbid poetry mixed with a desire and strive for a higher level of consciousness and overstanding". ONLY GODZ RELATE indeed continues the "Goth Hop / Sludge Hop" that first began with VON POE VII. To pre-order a copy of ONLY GODZ RELATE and help contribute to the campaign, click here. To check out my exclusive interview with VON POE VII/ Poetic Death, which focuses on ONLY GODZ RELATE click here.

And There Goes The Surprise...Lol. Thanks Sev!

 I was trying to keep the interview I set up with EmptySev, a secret from my Street Khemistry team. I was keeping it a secret just for the simple fact I wanted it to be a surprise. EmptySev ruined that with this tweet!! "Tried typing up answers for this interview w/ @StreetKhemistry on my phone and my hand got numb as fuck. Haha I'll do it on the PC tomorrow". The interview will focus on his upcoming album SEVENEMPTY and I know the questions that I composed will force EmptySev to provide new and intriguing information not only on the album, but on himself. The album is scheduled to be released on May 3rd.

Upcoming OGT Performances

 Gavlyn will be performing at Velvet Jones in Barbara, CA on April 24th. Click here to view the flyer. Gavlyn will also be performing the next day, April 25th, at the Back Bar in San Jose, CA. Click here to view the flyer.

Rics Rumble and many other OGT members will perform at the 818 Basement on April 26th. The event is hosted by Organized Threat's own DJ Starchild. Click here to view the flyer and see what other OGT member will be performing.

And It Ends Like This...

 There is your latest Organized Threat news! I was thinking about adding in a "Don't Fourget" or a "Random Organized Threat Tweet" (if you have read my previous blogs you'll know how those go) but, I decided to put as much attention on the historic release of ONLY GODZ RELATE. To show your support, leave a comment below that contains some of your favorite lines that can be heard on the album or tweet them to him @VonPoeVII. Once you have done so, you can consider me, FiascoTheGod, your savior.

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Friday, April 11, 2014

OGT 411

It has been an incredibly long week for me and my family, but it's finally Friday and it's a happy one. My dad's surgery (on Monday) went well, he's on a positive road to recovery, and he was released from the hospital today. Why yes, I will take that drink now. Celebrate good times! Anyway, it's April 11th... so I'm here to give you the 411 (see what I did there?) on what some of the camp has been up to since the last post.

POETIC DEATH: As you may already know, Poe's highly anticipated and heavily talked about album ONLY GODZ RELATE is peaking up over that horizon as it arrives on April 13th! Two more days! While it will be released digitally through Bandcamp and other online retailers, please remember that he has an IndieGoGo Campaign running for hard copies! If you're interested in the LP in CD form, and receiving several other perks, too, don't hesitate to throw some money down to secure your own copies! Your opportunity to get involved in that fundraiser ends on May 1st, so keep that in mind.

April 13th is also Poe's birthday, so don't forget to queue up those "HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY" tweets, Facebook comments, shout outs, and all of that. I don't care what anyone says, that extra step to wish someone a good day, whether it's their birthday or not, feels good. So, make it happen! While I'm on the topic of birthdays, go ahead and do the same for Rics Rumble on the 13th, too, because I just found out that they were born on the same day... one year apart.

GAVLYN: Gav posted a photo on Wednesday that finds her posing with people such as Owkerdz, Dizaster, Mistah Fab, and Traphik after doing a cypher for Cypher Effect. Check it out right here and be on the look out for video. Also, if you haven't yet, make sure you watch her "Forward Back" music video!

DEVOUR: Devour will be performing in Pasadena tomorrow (APRIL 12th) at The Terrace. It's an all ages show and $10 to get in. The doors open at 8PM, but the show itself begins at 9PM and ends at 2AM. Check out the flyer right here for more information.

FEGGY MIN: We have a few updates from Feggy Min, so pay attention. She has a new, black-and-white long sleeve shirt coming soon to her shop and it's called "Balance" (keep a positive mind and know the value of balance in your life.). Remember when her shop was in the BIG Bazar store in Zurich? Well, check out this happy little photo of a smiling Feggy hanging out with her fans and supporters. Kpop group Block B showed and mentioned Feggy's artwork on the first episode of their new reality show called "5 Minutes Before Chaos". You'll find stills from the show right here. She also posted a teaser shot of a new piece of ZICO from Block B.

THREAT THROWBACKS: There is only one this week, and that came from EmptySev. He posted a flick of him and Poetic Death on the day that Sev graduated high school--have a look.

That's about it! Stay tuned for Monday.

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Hope you all have a fantastic and fun weekend.
Smile and laugh a lot. :)
XOXO, Tiffology

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Wednesday, April 9, 2014

What Are You Working For?

HELLO OGT FANS AND FANATICS, FRIENDS AND FOES! 

Welcome, once again, to that fabulous day we socially celebrate as Hump Day. Various theories attempt to explain the origin of the peculiar reference, ranging from fucking someone [or if that doesn't work out, fucking yourself] which is the most logical and most self explanatory, to our generation's sense of humor and that damn commercial camel who goes around asking people what day it is. Regardless, for most of us it signifies the middle of the work week and, if you're anything like I am when I'm swamped with work, today you often remind yourself that it's half way done ['it' being whatever the individual chooses 'it' to be or signify]. But what better time to ask yourself why you're doing what you're doing and exactly how that 'what you're doing' is meaningful than when you're engulfed in your work? A recent little birdy set free by the poetic JASSON C intrigued me.
Sometimes, its a real slap in the face to watch individuals seemingly waste their time, and sometimes even their lives because they don't bother to ponder the importance of what they're getting involved in. It's like, did you have to get into the car with that extremely drunk guy you met at a bar? Did someone force you to bring that gun to school and pull the trigger on your classmates? The most disappointing aspect of freedom is that the human potential can be freely influenced and wasted simply at the turn of a key or the pull of a trigger. We cannot control the randomness of the world, but we CAN control our reactions. And the hardest thing to stomach is that with this responsibility we choose our paths, and therefore we chose this human degradation. It saddens me to look around and watch as people I love sink deep into a mire because they acted just to act, without considering the gravity of their choice. And then I am led to wonder the purpose of it, for some this contagious choice to suffer and for others not, and then I am reminded of a caged animal. And I am instantly reminded of what I never want to let myself become. Thankfully, I am surrounded by folks who live for what they do because they've taken the time and put in the effort to understand exactly what their work means to them personally. They have learning their worth and how to express their inner-forces positively, which i believe is what we're all aiming for. How do you feel about freedom of choice? Whom/what are you working for?

"One's own free unfettered choice, one's own caprice, however wild it may be, one's own fancy worked up at times to frenzy -- is that very "most advantageous advantage" which we have overlooked, which comes under no classification and against which all systems and theories are continually being shattered to atoms. And how do these wiseacres know that man wants a normal, a virtuous choice? What has made them conceive that man must want a rationally advantageous choice? What man wants is simply independent choice, whatever that independence may cost and wherever it may lead. And choice, of course, the devil only knows what choice."
-Fyodor Dostoyevsky

Now onto #OGT news and updates!
I recently had the pleasure of accompanying VONPOEVII and DJSTARCHILD while they cooked up some spicy shit for #ONLYGODZRELATE which is dropping this Sunday!!! Its always enjoyable to watch the men while they work, since they are such interesting subjects to observe. Artists are beautiful, please enjoy the snapshot below of scratch and blow. Follow the litte birdy for all things DJSTARCHILD and VONPOEVII!!!

 Also, RICS RUMBLE just released a flyer for his upcoming Europe tour!!! If you're on that side of the world, I recommend following this little birdy here and nabbin yourself a spot to support your very own RICS RUMBLE. Help us bring the entire THREAT overseas! 
JOOGY JUGG is also advertising a bit of his #JOOGYMUSIC with the 'ThinkHiR' merchandise! As he's said before 'ThinkHiR isn't a clothing line its a lifestyle'. This is a beautiful example of understanding the gravity of the ideals one stands for; take note. Be sure to stay tuned for more information from JOOGY JUGG as well as new music and merchandise! Support your local OGT member! 
Well, ya shits.
Until next time,
 With Love
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Monday, April 7, 2014

Support The Threat

This is FiascoTheGod and I am here to supply you with the latest Organized Threat scoop.

Instead of opening up with a lengthy introduction I have decided to get straight to the news. I will challenge myself as a writer to go more in depth with the following two new Organized Threat tracks. 

Wushu Wushu / Happy Birthday Ruman

EmptySev releases a new track entitled Wushu Style, which features Masta Peace and it is produced by Ruman. It is also Ruman's birthday today! Happy Birthday! I did some brief research on what Wushu is and it is a Chinese fighting style. Of course, looking at the cover art chosen by EmptySev to represent this tack should have led me to believe that it had to do with a fighting style. EmptySev opens the track with the following lines "Every man for them self, huh? / That's what they say / Got you caught up in a phase that's gonna last til end of days / too stubborn, to recognize we're all the same particle / I'm part the God you working for, no Yeezy on the HOVAboard / I'm gliding on my jiggy shit." These lines are not only what EmptySev believes in, but it is what Organized Threat stands for. Coincidentally that is exactly the first line on homepage of their (Organized Threat) website, "The Movement Is Strong Because We Are Constructed Of Motivated Minds And Seek Unity Amongst Everything Else". EmptySev's utilization of the binary oppositions, Unity and Separation, is a thought provoking introduction to Wushu Style.

The Perfect Instrumental 

THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A. releases a brand new sound that he entitles I'm Not Perfect... There are times when I ponder the question of what it means to be perfect. Without a doubt THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A.'s new sound has allowed me to revisit that question. As human beings, and still not fully aware of our mind and bodies full potential, maybe what we are in the present, is perfect. Maybe the way I am now is perfect, with the potential to get better. That is to say, what I know now, how my body is now, is indeed perfect even though I do not know everything there is to now nor do I have "24 inch pythons" like Hulk Hogan used to have (it was 24, right?). So even though there I have the potential to increase my knowledge and improve myself physically, (which I am currently working on), the way I am now is perfect. And I am not trying to sound corny, because what I just typed reads similar to the phrase "you are perfect just the way you are". Honestly, maybe we are perfect just the way we are at this present state, but, we can reach another level of perfection, with motivation and determination. There are levels of perfection to this ish. 

Support The Threat!

Poetic Death and Vida Killz are both currently running campaigns on Indie GoGo. To support Poetic Death's campaign and help raise money to create physical copies of ONLY GODZ RELATE, click here. To support Vida Killz's campaign and help raise money to create vinyls of her Negative Space album, click here. Depending on how much you donate, each campaign offers its own unique perk.

Yarah Bravo supplies us with a sneak peak of the artwork of her upcoming Vinyl to be released April 30th. To view the artwork click here. 

My Conclusion Is Always Organized

So there you have it! EmptySev along with producer Ruman drop a new track as well THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A. formulating another thought provoking sound. Take another read of the blog and to support Organized Threat, share the blog and spread the word on these 2 new dope tracks. After you have done so you can consider me, FiascoTheGod, your savior. 
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Friday, April 4, 2014

Forward Back

POETIC DEATH: As previously mentioned, Poe released an official announcement (click that link to watch the video) about his highly anticipated album ONLY GODZ RELATE. He set up an IndieGoGo Campaign where you can pre-order a hard copy of his 30-track album. Depending on how much money you contribute to this fundraising campaign, you can also receive things such as a "VII" t-shirt, a poster, a "VONPOEVII" beanie and snapback, and even co-producer credit and a personal shout out from Poe on the album's intro! Check it out, and look for his album on APRIL 13th!

GAVLYN: After all of those sneak peak photos of Gavlyn, Feggy Min, and Sara Fleur hanging out during the filming of a music video from Gav's new album Modest Confidence.... that video has finally arrived! The jazzy, saxophone-driven single "Forward Back" finds Gavlyn throwing up the middle fingers (metaphorically) and rapping about moving forward from a wack relationship/scenario, being true to self, and loving life. Looks like the trio had fun in the video, too! Filmed in Marseille, France and directed by Brune Charvin. Watch the video below in the mini player, orrrr click play on this link here and watch in HD.


That's not all that is new, either! On Thursday, she and Oh Blimey dropped a collaborative, hard-hitting track called "#Ew." Stream it over on Soundcloud, and catch Gavlyn on the second verse!

JMEGA: An interview surfaced on Thursday with JMega on the OK-Tho website (read here). He talked about how he came up with his alias, how the True Masterz formed, his music inspirations ranging from Ice Cube to Mobb Deep to Tha Alkaholiks, building with Poetic Death, his latest album, and much more. Be sure to check it out, so you can further get to know the emcee.

VIDA KILLZ: Have you contributed to Vida's IndieGoGo campaign to help her raise money to press up her Negative Space album on vinyl? If not, you should definitely have a look at what she's offering as incentives. Vida's lovely lady Sol Fern tells you why you should get involved and contribute, too. So, if you need some good reasons, watch this video. Now, go check out and/or share her INDIEGOGO CAMPAIGN.

RICS RUMBLE: Rics dropped a brand new track today called "Golden," in collaboration with Foxta. Stream it over on Soundcloud!

YARAH BRAVO: Do you live in Berlin and have a clear schedule on Saturday night? If so, you should hit up the Prince Charles bar around 11PM for the Party Arty Vol. 43 - Female Artist Special event, because Yarah will be on the stage performing and making you fall in love with her funky fresh music. Peep the Facebook Event for more information!

Also, her forthcoming EP is slowly approaching on April 30th? Are you ready? You can bet your ass that I am ready! The last album of hers that I bought was Good Girls Rarely Make History, which dropped in '08, so I am definitely ready for some new material from one of my favorite ladies rocking the mic. Yayuhhhh!

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That about wraps it up for today.
Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
Don't get into too much trouble. :)
XOXO, Tiffology

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Wednesday, April 2, 2014

:SACRIFICE:

HELLO OGT FANS AND FANATICS, FRIENDS AND FOES !

Welcome, once again, to this week's Wednesday addition of all things #ORGANIZEDTHREAT. A recent little birdy caught my eye, propagating a message with the power to penetrate even the most guarded of souls: 
Now, when it comes to Sacrifice, I have to admit that i'm not so familiar with it myself. I grew up without many worries, cooped up in a little conservative-run redneck town where three (almost four) generations of my family still reside. My childhood was happy, my parents loved each other for the most part, and in no way were we ever impoverished. From the outside looking in, my family seemed fit to the stereotype of the American Dream. Though I'm not as familiar with sacrifice as i'd like to be, that surely doesn't mean I don't know what it looks like. What I didn't realize, what has become so clear to me now is that my Father sacrificed over a decade of his happiness making sure that I had no idea what sacrifice was. The more i seem to remember, the more I become fully aware of how deep dedication runs through my Father's blood. The more I think about this, the more I tend to agree with RICSRUMBLE in believing that the definition of dedication is the ability to sacrifice. And the more I believe, the more I'm able to recognize just how abundant sacrifice is in those around me. One day, I will know it too.




NOW LETS GET TO EVERYTHING #ORGANIZEDTHREAT
This week, we were blessed with the announcement of the #ONLYGODZRELATE pre-order campaign. VONPOEVII was kind enough to make an announcement trailer for the project, and is even working on a way for his fans to fund-raise for and pre-order their hard copies at the same time! If you haven't gotten a chance to watch the trailer, as usual it is posted below. Enjoy nymphs and nymphettes!
Also, our very own YOUNG DEVOUR will be performing April 12th in Pasadena at 'The Terrace'. Doors open at 8pm, the show starts at 9pm and is expected to end around 2am! With only a $10 price tag, how could you pass up an opportunity to see such an awesome performance?! Follow the little birdy below for more details and all things YOUNG DEVOUR!
RAZOR has recently announced that he has broken ground on his firs spoken word piece! As a very big fan of spoken word and of RAZOR'S poetry, I'm excited to the finished product. They say a hunter is much more efficient if cross-trained in multiple realms of weaponry, I assume the same goes for a poet. Follow the little birdy below for more details + everything RAZOR! 
Who would like a sneak peek at YARAH BRAVO'S newest vinyl artwork?! It won't be dropping til April 30th, so little freaks and geeks, be sure to make your way over to YARAH BRAVO'S twitter page and let her know ya'll want a sneak peek! Be a good little one and support your local #OGT artist!
MISS VIDA KILLZ has also recently announced that she has launched an IndieGogo campaign for vinyl pressing of the Negative Space album! If you aren't familiar with IndieGogo, its the world's largest global funding platform which allows people global fundraising exposure. So, be sure to visit MISS VIDA KILLZ IndieGogo and do your part to help press these vinyls!!! #OGT
Laslty, but surely not leastly, our very own DJ STARCHILD just released the cover for his up and coming mix! The mix is set to drop sometime in April, though the fixed date still remains undetermined. So, little fellas and fellattes, I guess you'll just have to pay close attention to the updates that come from DJ STARCHILD! Cause this is just something I doubt anyone wants to miss! Follow the little birdy below for everything DJ STARCHILD!!!
Fare the well,
little ones,
I bid you adieu
until next
ASTER 
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