Feel The Breeze

VON POE VII / POETIC DEATH:

Von Poe VII dropped a brand new music video early this morning, for his song "Breeze". This is the first single on the re-release of his album The Purity of Love and War, and it's also the first to receive a video (as you might remember, he erased all of his other videos to start new). Produced by ARE, the jazzy hip hop beat is really pretty and soothing in sound, which is provided by dusty drums, delicate percussion and light strings. It is broken up in some parts with voicemail messages and an interview sample that's speaking on evolving as an artist. With a cool flow, Poe raps about doing everything in his power to help his mom, his family, his friends, and those that he cares about; to wanting the best for everyone around him, because having a happy, successful life is way more than just wanting shit for yourself. In the hook, when he says, "let me feel the breeze," I interpret that as his way of waiting for the day that he can breathe a sigh of relief, when everything he's been reaching for is accomplished and he truly feels successful. I also love the line when he says: "The game ain't been the same since Papa J. and Poe been on the loose," because it speaks volumes on their solidarity, friendship, and goals with each other in hip hop. The video, shot by the man himself, is beautiful. We get more aerial shots, like those that we saw in Papa J.'s "Stolen Whip", but this time we see various locations in his hometown of Perris, California. Check it out below, and/or CLICK THIS LINK to watch it in full view HD.

Shooting videos is finally becoming fun again. It feels like forever ago, getting over all that disappointment. So many lessons learned. 🙏

— CHAD A. MARSHALL (@VonPoeVII) October 14, 2015

In regards to the tweet above, Von Poe VII followed it with a little rant on Twitter that was aimed at people who keep asking him about what camera he uses to shoot. He said, "I could give you the camera, lens, and editing software that I use for my video, and you still wouldn't create my imagery. So stop askin. I get frustrated because I put up mad money just to learn the basics, and y'all niggas want a free crash course into my shit. No, stop askin." He also went on to discuss perspective by giving us an example on how long it took him to grow into where he is now, saying, "Take @PapaJRuiz for an example: 22 music vids of his on the channel, 2 album trailers, and an interview. Not including vids we took down. Now I had to shoot all those fuckin videos before me and him came up with a way to shoot "Stolen Whip". And that's just @PapaJRuiz's videos. So all you first timers, I say this with love. Stop asking me what the fuck I use for my visuals. Get out there, and find what works for YOU."

That can be frustrating for anyone who has worked hard, and put the time in, to get where they are, and constantly having people wanting the 1-2-3 step guide on how to do things, for that quick come-up. Similar to people wanting in on those "get rich quick" schemes, or buying the "how to paint like so-and-so" books, or doing some ridiculous unhealthy diet for fast and immediate results. It's lazy. Poe's tweet reminded me of what we were talking over at my site CrayonBeats, with one of our QOTW questions being about imitation, and where the line is between it being a "sincere form of flattery" or just straight up disrespectful, biting someone's work/creativity to ride their wave. That's the same shit. I know most people only mean good by wanting to know the how-to of Poe's visual style, editing techniques, and what equipment/software he uses to create his videos, because they're inspired by it, but I'm sure getting approached by fans with these questions can get irritating. Just stand back and appreciate, and then go gets yours on your own terms. It means a lot more, and feels a whole hell of a lot better, to put in the time, put in the work, experience trial and error, making your own path, and finding your own creative niche. Anyway, enough of that, I hope I didn't put in a negative vibe, I just feel him on what he was saying. Haha, we're good? OK. Just make sure you watch that video!

PAPA J. RUIZ:

Most of Papa J. Ruiz's merch is currently sold out, however, he does have about 8 hard copies of his HR-1955 album left and 14 "iii" banadanas. Make sure you jump into the MERCH SECTION of his Bandcamp page and grab what you can, before he runs out. On the topic of releasing HR-1955 earlier this year, Papa J. Ruiz did say that he's "working on new music until Poe and I link up for new magical videos." So, there you have it. Also, Papa J. had a mini interview with Colorado Music Buzz, which you can go read in article form over here.

They will count your successes but never count your failures.Little do they know that every failure is what is...

Posted by Papa J. Ruiz on Friday, October 16, 2015

December will be filled with surprises for the supporters

— GiiiVING UP 4 SUCKAS (@PapaJRuiz) October 17, 2015

JOOGY MUSIC:

In regards to the tweet below, it sounds like his forthcoming project is coming along smoothly and we're bound to hear some new stuff soon. In fact, I heard that Joogy is currently working on a new music video.

Need to wrap these last couple of tracks up for this project.

— Joogy Music (OGT) (@JoogyJugg) October 14, 2015

In the meantime, listen to "Box State" by J.Whit, that was produced by Joogy Music! LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD HERE.

VIC VIRTUOSO:

Vic's 14-track album, titled Victor Van Gogh, is officially available for pre-order on iTunes, and the album will be available on November 3rd. There will also be full-color digipak CDs available when the time comes (see here). Based on the tracklist shown here, you will hear Von Poe VII, Razor, and Sev (to which I assume is Sonny Sev) on a track with Vic, called "With My Blood". He also mentioned that there will be a release party on November 6th, but has yet to divulge the details of that. Keep your eyes open.

-------------------------That wraps up my OGT Weekly. It was a little short and lacking updates this time around, because the camp hasn't really been up to much since Fiasco last posted (only about 10 days ago). That's not to say that they haven't been working their asses off, but there is just nothing to report right now. That said, look out for the next blog post, which will be from Fiasco at the start of November. I hope you all have an awesome Halloween.

XOXO, TIFFOLOGY

Friendship

Hello OGT members, listeners, and newcomers, this is Fiasco and iii welcome you to a new edition of the OGT Weekly.

Lets begin with a significant update!



In the video above, Von Poe VII touches on the "Stolen Whip" visual by Papa J. Ruiz, being back on Youtube, Poe's Soundcloud, and the importance of the OGT Weekly. You definitely need to check it out if you do not have the latest information on those topics!

When a person can't live up to the word friend, they become the homie. I got a lot of homies, can't say the same about friends. On them tho.

— CHAD A. MARSHALL (@VonPoeVII) September 28, 2015

What qualifies someone to be a friend? Does living within walking distance qualify you to be friends with someone? Is playing basketball on the weekend qualify you to be friends with someone? Is it having each other's back no matter the circumstance? Whatever your perception is of how to qualify two people engaged in a friendship, I highly recommend you do your best to follow the friendship of Von Poe VII and Papa J. Ruiz. It may be difficult to follow because we are obvisouly not with them 24/7 and I'm sure they don't put everything out on social media about what they talk about each and everyday. I recommend that you do follow their friendship because it seems to be very strong. Von Poe VII lives in California while Papa J. Ruiz lives in Colorado. On top of that, just by listening to each of their music, you can tell that they have different opinions and beliefs. Yet, neither of those two things hault their friendship. And of cours there is not reason why it should end any friendship. If Poe releases new music, Papa J. Ruiz promotes it like it's his and vice versa. Even in the update above, Papa J. Ruiz just happens to call during the shooting of the video and Poe even admits that they talk on a daily basis. Even Poe making the update video above it had very little to do with himself and more to do with Papa J. Ruiz. They are both committed to help each other achieve their dreams. I mention this to get you ready for Poe's new track "Breeze".

"Friendships are beyond the minor faults and see the bigger dream" - unknown


"Breeze" is a new track from Von Poe VII and will appear on a new version of The Purity Of Love and War. From the photo of Von Poe VII and Papa J. Ruiz to represent "Breeze", to the opening voicemail audio clip, to the opening of the first verse, Poe continues to put his friendship with Papa J. Ruiz on display. If you imagine the act of "feeling the breeze", I'm going to take a shot in the dark here and say it can symbolize enjoying life, living in the moment, or allowing the breeze to take away all the negativity and hardships one has endured. Maybe even an act of cleansing. Although there is mentioning of Papa J. Ruiz in the track, Poe does allude to other friends as well. Keeping the friendship theme intact.

Don't keep all the knowledge you have to yourself or else it might as well be considered a waste. Each 1 Teach 1

— Hiii World (@PapaJRuiz) September 22, 2015

A big congratulations to Papa J. Ruiz for being featured on colomusicbuzz.com! It's a great quick read and it will be of much use to both current and new Papa J. Ruiz listeners. For the current listeners we can an affirmation on who Papa J. Ruiz is as a person as well as maybe learn some new facts on his life as well. For the new listeners, they are presented with an article that will prep them for the journey they are about to embark on with Papa J. Ruiz. You can read the article by clicking here.

As mentioned in Von Poe VII's update video, Papa J. Ruiz does have bandanas on sale. Just click here to obtain yours.

I took a really important class in college and I am finally able to use the skills I accumalated in the class and apply them here in this OGT Weekly. That class was "Copy and Paste 101". It was the basic "Copy and Paste" class so I didn't learn the advanced techniques but, I did learn the basics and that's good enough here. I ask URSUS through Twitter DM if he has any update on his upcoming album Resurrection. I have copied and pasted his exact response below.

"Umm yea. It's gonna be produced entirely by myself. The beats will be more subdued and understated than those on the Prologue and Stay Still. It's not a direct pickup of the story that Stay Still will tell but more so a glimpse of where URSUS sits as a character some years after the events. I'm looking to get anywhere from 5-7 tracks on there".

Resurrection is schedule to be released later this month.



"Chubby Nigga On The Scene" is the newest track from Razor. Razor utilizes "Chubby Nigga On The Scene" as another creative and lyrical way to tell his own story. "Chubby Nigga On The Scene" will be featured on Razor's upcoming album Oblivious To Nonsense. I can definitely see this as the intro to that album. If this track is your type of music, then why wouldn't it be someone else's? If you like "Chubby Nigga On The Scene", be sure to show support and share!

There is your OGT Weekly! Of course you enjoyed this OGT Weekly so spread the joy and share it with a friend or two. If you don't have any friends then just read this blog again but, on a different device. It's practically the same thing. And if you're afraid to talk to that girl/boy in your class tomorrow, a recent survey shows that sharing an OGT Weekly is a great way to break the ice!

At least OGT don't sound like none of you niggas. And that's a Fact.

— Joogy Music (OGT) (@JoogyJugg) September 28, 2015