This is Fiasco and I am alive right now to supply you with the latest news on Organized Threat. Can I outdo the effort Tiff put in the previous OGT Weekly? HR-1955 IS OFFICIALLY OUT! Dedicated to his son Nasir Lyric Ruiz, Papa J. Ruiz has officially released his HR-1955 album. Before commencing your journey into the album, it is important you view this exclusive interview with Papa J. Ruiz below;
HR-1955 contains 17 tracks that provides us with more life experiences of Papa J. Ruiz expressed through his rapping ability. We are met with Papa J. Ruiz's raw rhyming over superb production. Off the top of my head, one of my favorite lines so far coming from his "Color Blind" track is "Throw me in some holy water / Baby watch that shit boil". You can't help but picture Papa J. standing tall as steam rises around him. On top of that it is sure to get a few religious people "boiling", only if they take the line to heart. That's what I like.
The second part of "Domestic Terrorist" is a nice highlight of the album. When we were introduced to the visual we were not told that there are features. Then, the album tracklist showed that JMega and Von Poe VII are featured on it. So for those of you who like to start from track 1, were surely anticipating what they had to offer. For those who didn't care what track they listened to first, definitely skipped straight to "Domestic Terrorist".
The second half of "PennyLess" was one of my favorite highlights of the album. The production is not what we are normally used to hearing from Ruiz. It was definitely a nice addition to close out the album. Possibly foreshadowing what his next project may sound like.
Words that come to mind after listening to HR-1955; loyalty, hard work, never quit, passion
From the purchases shown on bandcamp to the tweets retweeted by Papa J. Ruiz, HR-1955 is being accepted by a lot of listeners. And that's not surprising at all. Click here to listen to HR-1955.
LATEST ON VON POE VII
"Soliloquy" is the newest visual from Von Poe VII and it is from his The Purity of Love and War album. My initial reaction was the visual itself is 100x more important than the audio. I really believe that what we are presented with are the types of visuals one would think about by just listening to the production by the Nujabees, alone. A lot of sunshine and people smiling.
Von Poe VII also linked up with Foxsta for their track "Negus".
Being that April is Von Poe VII's birthday month, he is contemplating on dropping one visual a week. It is unknown from which albums these visuals will come from. Click here to view the tweet. Von Poe VII also hints that the final album to his The Villainz Trilogy will be the "darkest" of the three. He went on to compare it to his DTTS: Chapter 2. album which is no longer available. Do you know what that means? It means I'm going to really like this last album. #OGTNEWS
Step aside Koolz One, Rellim will make the announcement for you! Rellim took to Twitter to let everyone know that Koolz One will be dropping a track today. Given the fact that Rellim announced it, leads me to believe that he is responsible for the production. If not, then he just might be really excited about the news.
Joogy has officially launched his website. It's clean and very easy to navigate. Check it out by clicking here.
Sonny Sev's upcoming project Localz Only is getting a slight change. Originally it was only supposed to be STiM producing the entire project but Sev's vision has changed and he now accept production from other producers.
#OGTMUSIC
JG features his daughter Braelyn on his new track "Retarded Ass Bars".
Did you sneeze? "Bless You" is the newest track from Sonny Sev. Sev spits over production from STiM as both continue to build their emcee/producer relationship. Make sure to take advantage of the free download below.
Vic Virtuoso is next up in the BARS series. The BARS series presented by Organized Threat is designed to focus the spotlight on the lyrics of the OGT emcees. This is an ingenious idea that I hope they will carry on consistently for as long as possible. Even if they need to do the same emcee twice! It doesn't matter! Vic Virtuoso brilliantly utilizes bilingual wordplay in his session for the BARS series. Here is "Fresh Off The Boat" from one of Organized Threat's newest addition to the roster.
With Von Poe VII recently linking up with Papa J. Ruiz in Colorado, it is possible that Papa J. Ruiz is next.
You may be asking yourself why my OGT Weekly was published a bit later than usual. Well I've just been in one of those ruts as a writer. More as a blogger/journalist because I haven't been publishing on the other website I write for either. I have been doing more of my personal writing which is what I've been wanting to focus on lately. I know you enjoyed this OGT Weekly so I don't have to hope that you did. Make sure to check it over a second or third time and share with a friend. If you don't like a person, send this to them, too. You guys will be friends after. Trust me.
Poe dropped his first music video of 2015, and the first off of his latest project, The Purity of Love and War. Yup, it's for "Basquiat". The intro of the song quotes Jay-Z in an interview, where he talked in length about being inspired by Jean Michel Basquiat. He goes in to talk about the world's love and hate battle with success, and how success changes people with it and without it. Produced by Ryuichi Sakamoto, the song's production has a melancholy sweetness, due to the mellow rhythm of deep piano notes, warm violin strokes, and that soulful back-up vocal (to which I assume is Saeed's contribution). We then hear a strong-willed Poe rapping about the positive, inspirational people in his life, and how he'll always strive for greatness, despite any negative opinions, setbacks he may face, and the friendships he's lost due success and/or egos. It's such a powerful song, with a message of hope and recognizing self-worth. The music video is just as touching as the subject matter, too. The video follows him running forward, down an open road, and I feel that it represents a carefree, unstoppable freedom towards possibility and opportunity. It also shows you the every day happiness and support that surrounds him--his family, his friends, and his love.
It's so beautiful, from beginning to end. Be sure to check the music video below, or by clicking THIS LINK to watch it in HD. Directed by Chad A. Marshall, of course! "A toast to greatness // They build me up to break me down, to build me up again // They said, 'Poe, we need you back, so we can kill your ass again.'"
Poe is all about giving and showing love to his fans. Almost 2 weeks ago, he started selling The Purity of Love and War CDs on his website. The price, you ask? Just pay for shipping! On a "one copy per person" basis, he is giving away the CDs for free, all you have to do is pay for the shipping costs. Dope, right?! He ships worldwide, too, so anyone and everyone can get this. Make sure you hit up HIS WEBSITE to grab yours, before they run out.
We all know that Papa J's HR-1955 album drops on March 25th. But, did you know that you can PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM NOW?! Go show your love and support by grabbing that with the quickness! You also get "Me Against The World" when you buy it early (the music video is soaring past 40,000 views!). The album features 17 tracks in total, and you'll hear production by Joogy Music, Rellim, Ruman, Chin Chiller, Juice Blenda, Illusive Relm, Wonder Breed, Urbin Klex, SLJ BEATS, Endure, and MAC. PRE-ORDER HERE. However, if you need to wait until it releases before buying it (via Bandcamp or iTunes), that's OK, too.
Don't forget about the EXCLUSIVE album listening party, either. As a reminder, that goes down on MARCH 24TH, AT KMG STUDIOS, FROM 7PM to 9PM. There are only 50 seats available, so you better get there early/on time. All of those that secure a seat will receive a free signed CD of the album, too. Find more info (such as the exact location) on this flyer.
While you wait for the album and the listening party, why don't you watch the brand new Papa J. Ruiz music video?! It's for his song "Live Free", off the forthcoming album, and you don't wanna sleep on it. Over a head-nodding, bass-thumping, crispy beat (produced by MAC), Papa J. lays down hard-hitting rhymes laced with thought-provoking honesty, ill wordplay, and a cool, effortless flow. Between his dope verses about his work ethic, his strive to reach his dreams, and DIY lifestyle, he speaks on the praise and success he's received by being HIMSELF, rather than adopting some false reality to be like other, more glorified / popular rappers ("And I could sell my soul for the glitter and gold // Then blow, like my name was Em, Drake, Wayne, or Hov"). The whole song is dope as fuck. I love that he lets it be known that an expensive lifestyle and materialistic items (that he doesn't have) will never define him as a person or determine how dope he is as a lyricist; and in the same line, the setbacks and supposed bad life situations he's in will never burn out the torch that he holds with a vice grip, sprinting towards his goals. That hook/bridge comes with a punch, too: "If I had the bitches, would you like me more // If I had the riches, would you like me more? // If I had the glocks in your face, motherfucker // Tell me, would you fuck with me some more?" UGHHHH, YES. Check it out below, or CLICK THIS LINK to watch the video in HD.
There's an unexpected, hilarious pause in the middle of the video that shows a skit-like clip of Poe tellin' Koolz One and another dude to cop the new album... and the things they say will make you laugh. Or, it did for me. Cameos from Von Poe VII, Joogy Music, Koolz One, Xican Brown, Mook, and Lucy B.
The vector art work that you see Sonny Sev rocking in his Facebook and Twitter profile pictures (shown above), was done by me (excluding the text; he added those). The art is being used to promote his fothcoming album, titled Localz Only, but is not the album art. :)
Just peeped this verse @sevenxempty sent the crew, interesting. Good shit.
Earlier this month, Yarah announced that she'll be flying to Dubai in April. I've seen pictures of that place, and it is beautiful - I just know that she'll be posting all kinds of amazing stories and/or lovely shots while she's there. She has yet to announce the details regarding that trip, so stay tuned to her social media pages for that information.
When Yarah Bravo had a show with Akua Naru a couple of days ago, they asked that she perform with a live band. Positive response and several requests later, she's making it more than a temporary, one-time thing. Read the post below to see how she feels about changing her one-woman show, to be backed by a live band for more shows!
After performing shows in Delemont, Switzerland, Yarah Bravo has left (on a jet plane adventure), and is continuing her movement. In regards to upcoming shows, she will be performing in Belgium, on March 27th, alongside Reverie. She also secured a placement at the Hip Hop Open, in Austria, on July 17th (flyer). She will be sharing the same stage as A$AP Rocky, The Underachievers, and others.
Last Thursday, she posted a video from when she was in One Self (a hip hop trio, including DJ Vadim and BluRum 13 -- early One Self fan right here!), performing at Hip Hop Kemp in 2005--WATCH HERE. About the video, she said, "When I look at myself, I see myself so innocent and tiny, just a little kid. But I remember I felt so big hahahaha like I had made it."
One of my favorite songs from her Love Is The Movement album, released almost a year ago (whoa, time flew by), received the visual treatment. I'm talking about "Carousel", produced by TrommelTobi! Kick back and relax to this soothing, beautiful song, as you watch a smiling-faced Yarah fly through the air, on a swing ride. Round and round we go...
I'm going to share with you two entries that she made, regarding the beauty of being a human being and a woman. The first was from March 8th, and the second was from March 13th.
"I'm human. just like you.
i have moments of weakness. just like you. i'm vulnerable. But i feel connected ... when i meet people and they express to me incredible things about myself i never let it go to my head. i let it go into my heart. i stay humble. i'm careful with my word. i'm careful with my thoughts. I let them remain as positive as possible. Cause i know the power they carry. But i would be a liar if i told you i don't have fears. I would be a liar if i told you i don't feel pain. I feel connected. Just like a reflection of our world. A reflection of our universe. An organism of duality. I can transform my thoughts from hate to love, from fear to courage by consciously raising my vibration. So what was once seen as pain. Can be seen only through eyes of love. When your perspective changes. Everything changes..."
"I love being a woman. Feel my warmth.
I am a woman today. yesterday and tomorrow. till the day i die i will take pride in my womanhood. i will hold my head high for my womanhood. I know we still have a long way to go, yes brothers and sister, we do! But i am proud to be out here representing for my women, for my sisters, for my mothers and my daughters. I love you all so much! Same goes out to the men who pushes for us, who uplifts us on a daily basis. Nothing But Love.
Until we embrace woman for what she truly is, the magic around us will not be truly seen due to our closed hearts....
Embrace the gift of love. Embrace the gift of healing.
Embrace the gift of Life.
Side by side. Heads High. We shall rise.
#WomensDay #ProudWomanAllDayEveryday"
Soulcat hinted that she's been in the studio, taking Music Academy Classes. "Can't wait to finish my record soon ;) Soulcat the producer :D," she said. To give you an idea, she shared a video to a song that she produced. WATCH ON FACEBOOK. It has a futuristic, electro dance jam flare, and I like that kind of vibe.
On March 20th, she will be spinning at NewPoint, in Vienna, Austria. If you're in the area, you might want to pop in, stay for drinks and good tunes. She'll be playing funky house music for ya! Plus, it's free. Check the Facebook Event for more information.
Koolz will be dropping his Writers Block EP this week. Are you ready for that? He was recently spotted in the studio with Xican Brown, and he also posted a sneak peek track from a couple weeks ago. Be sure to watch his session in the new BARS series, down at the bottom.
Xican Brown said that he's working on an EP that will be completely in Spanish, and it is due to come out this June. Stay tuned for more information on that. Also, check out his session in the new OGT BARS series, described at the bottom.
For a limited time only, Rellim is leasing beats @ 2 for $15. Get in on that deal by checking out his TrakTrain page, and finding which beats suit your needs. You'll find beats like this "Glitched Emotions" one, for example.
He recently co-produced a song for Sortahuman, called "All I Know". Stream and download the single for free over at Soundcloud.
Joogy recently launched his very own website. There, you will find his music, info about him, Joogy merch, and an easy-to-use contact form (if you need to get in touch with him about anything, including buying beats). Check it out. He'll also have new beats within a week, so stay tuned!
If you still haven't bumped his Samples of Fire beat album, which dropped last month, then you better go to his Soundcloud and listen up! STREAM + DOWNLOAD. "Beats are free to use as long as credit us givin. Example: Rapper Name - Song Title [Prod. Joogy Music]"
At the beginning of this month, JG dropped a loose track, called "Resting Power Level". Flexing both his lyrical and production talents, he spits boastful raps laser-sharp skills and originality. He also salutes Von Poe VII and Vida Killz. Dope flow and verse. Stream it below, then buy it for $1. At the end, you'll hear the cute, little voice of his daughter, too (hearing her say "Organized Threat is the future" is a sweet touch, aww). Resting power level that's over nine-thousaaaaaaaand.
JG recently went live with some t-shirts. There are two designs (for men and women), and they're only available for a limited time. There's a Triglyceride Mask design, and the other has his Stay Still album cover. Follow THIS LINK to check 'em out, and buy yours before it ends.
Made a couple of slow chillers the other night. More creation to come tonight. Might lay down my last #StayStill pieces.
Organized Threat now has a new video series, called "BARS". As you might have already guessed, this series will focus on the emcees of the movement, by showcasing their lyrical abilities. The first session is called "Writers Block" and it features KOOLZ ONE. With an aggressive delivery, he spits dark, soul-crushing bars that might strike fear into those who oppose him, over an minimal, ominous cinematic beat (it's mostly just a background sound, so as to put all focus on the emcee rapping). Watch the video below, or click it to watch in HD.
The second session is called "Timas Camp Flow", and it features XICAN BROWN. Over the same sound, Xican Brown comes with a more laid-back delivery, letting his poetic, fearless rhymes swing with a verbal punch, as he stands tall like a pillar of strength against all odds. "The day that they break me // That will be the day that God kisses Lucifer's feet - you crazy? // That won't happen // Nor will I give you satisfaction of you laughing // While I'm getting kicked and whipped, like Christ passion." Check out the video below, or click it to watch in HD.
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That's all for today. Thank you for reading my post.
Stay tuned for the next one. XOXO, TIFFOLOGY
#OGTWeekly Exclusive News: JG and Razor are in the "early stages" of a joint album. On top of JG working with Razor, Chateau Des Dieux (JG+Vida Killz) have also begun to work on their next album. You can listen to the first Chateau Des Dieux album by clicking here.
This is Fiasco and I am really excited to supply you with a new OGT Weekly. Can't you tell by my face?
Papa J. Ruiz
A very happy birthday to Papa J. Ruiz! Make sure you head to PapaJRuiz.com to grab his music and merch!
Feel great on my Born Day nothing but positive vibes smoked out cars great food and ORGANIZED THREAT music #iii
— HR1955 3/25 (@PapaJRuiz) February 27, 2015
Get ready for Papa J. Ruiz's HR-1955 album with the official album teaser. It is set for a March 25, 2015 release.
Vida Killz
Vida Killz has officially released her short story collection Thoughts While Dreaming: Collection 1. I'm looking forward to picking this up to explore more of Vida Killz' literature via her short stories.
If you were unaware, Vida Killz has commenced selling hardcopies of Negative Space again which are available by clicking here. Three New OGT Albums
The Purity of Love and Warby Von Poe VII Von Poe VII doesn't waste anytime relaying powerful words in The Purity of Love and War. "Basquiat" commences the album and Von Poe VII makes tremendous use of words in this track. It's eye-opening jaw-dropping poetry. The ending skit on "Basquiat" featuring Jay Z gives you an idea of what the album is about.
It is also important to note that Poe has included 5 tracks that can also be found on his previous albums VONPOEVIIand ONLY GODZ RELATE. I really like that idea because if new listeners like those tracks (for example, "Cowboy Bebop") they will go back to those albums. Basically it's a great way to still promote those albums while at the same time focusing on the new one.
Although it is hinted in "Basquiat" that the album is about love and war on the road to success I also feel that it is the love and war that Poe has experienced since being in the Hip-hop scene. He has made a lot of relationships within and outside Organized Threat and I believe that the The Buttress and Papa J. Ruiz solo's represent the "love" experience. As far as the "war" experience, Poe isn't shy in relaying his tenet of the current state of the rap game and his experiences with former Organized Threat members and those who tried to beef with the threat.
As far as putting focus on single tracks I appreciate the contrast between the tone of production and tone of Poe's voice in "Dante's inferno". The insertion of previous tracks such as "Phlegmatic" also remind me of my favorite lines from Poe such as the following "And my word is bond but, they don't understand it / so now I'm posted up in the garden with 2 leprechauns and a bandit". To this day I still don't understand what the garden, leprechauns, and bandit are supposed to represent and it doesn't bother me. It just fascinates me to keep thinking about what it could mean and those words strung together make prevent the track from being scant in poetry.
Words that are evoked when listening to The Purity of Love and War; poetry, frustration, genuine, yearning for something more (maybe recognition).
This 15 track beat tape from the Organized Threat producer Joogy Jugg features an array of sounds. All rappers are welcome to utilize these beats to their advantage. All we ask is that you give the proper credit to Joogy Jugg. Organized Threat is not only a movement but a family. That comes into play when Joogy allows Rellim to get a slot on his tape with "Jazz Work". Tracks like "Blue Flame, "THinkHiR", "Du Wop", "Sunlight", and "Cruising U.S.A." are some of my favorite tracks and justify Joogy Jugg's usage of the title Samples Of Fire.
Before You Enter; The Ghost Roomby Xican Brown
Xican Brown is one of the newest additions to the Organized Threat roster. Although we have seen his visual "God's Gravedigga" we still didn't know too much about him. His new album Before You Enter; The Ghost Room gives us more insight on his creative mind and who he is as an artist. Tracks like "Holy Water" and "Change for 20 Cents" are tracks you really do not want to miss. Live From The Ghost Room will be Xican Brown's next album.
New OGT Audio JG releases the last single off his upcoming Stay Still album with "Strict" featuring Vida Killz
Jasson C goes on a lyrically onslaught in his new sound "OG Diablo".
New OGT Visual
Yarah Bravo bilingually expresses herself in her new visual "Carousel".
Von Poe VII starts the release of visuals for The Purity of Love and War with "Basquiat". This is also his first visual of 2015.
Words From Fiasco
There is your new OGT Weekly! To make sure you have everything down pact, check it over a second time. If you don't know how to introduce somebody to Organized Threat, this OGT Weekly will get the job done. I'm not going to hope you enjoyed this OGT Weekly because I know you did. I composed it.
Hey, everybody! Happy new year to you all, and I hope it's a fantastic one! It's been a little awhile since I've graced the OGT Weekly blog (three weeks since Fiasco's post, I believe), and there's reason for that. Christmas and the new year were approaching, things got a little hectic, and before I knew it... it was January. Then, shortly after the wonderful NYE festivities, I became sick. Just like most of the population. That damned cold attacked my body... and I've been dealing with a sore throat, congestion, and all the horrible feelings that travel hand-in-hand with that. I'm still a bit sick, but today is the first that I don't feel like sleeping it off, and I am willing and able to do things on my laptop (cough, cough, hacking cough, blows nose). I'm going to do my best to catch you all up with the happenings since Fiasco's last post. It's going to be a long ride. Are you ready?
Wrapping up the year, Poe decided to showcase his eye for directing and editing music videos, by creating a 2-minute director's reel. While various clips of his work plays out, he narrates about his passion for being behind the camera, as well as his strive to be one of the best. If you haven't checked it out yet, you might want to do that (click here to watch on Youtube in HD, or watch the mini player below). And if you want to hire him to direct your next music video/project, make sure you hit up his website. One more thing, if you haven't subscribed to the ORGANIZED THREAT Youtube Channel, you might want to do that, to keep up with everything new as it gets uploaded. The channel has skyrocketed to 70,000+ subscribers, and almost 20 million collective views!
From Von Poe VII: "Since 2011, I've been dedicating my entirety to shooting music videos for my crew (Organized Threat) as well as a few exceptions outside of my camp in the Southern California music scene. Throughout all of this time however, a lot of people had heard about through word of mouth. Why I never put a reel together in the past kind of baffles me as well to be honest, but I think I just didn't feel I had enough material to create a reel that I would be satisfied with.
With 2014 coming to an end, I wanted to close it out properly and create a foundation for future directing endeavors soon to come. So I made a reel to display my directing and editing skills all in one nice, neatly made, 2min video. Hope you all enjoy, and if you have any questions feel free to reach out."
Before the year was up, Poe shared a golden piece of information. He released his very first album, titled The Atma Within, in 2005 when he was just 16 years old. On April 13th, 2015, he will be celebrating its 10th anniversary, and will put a fully remastered version of the album on his Bandcamp page for ONE DAY. While that's four months away, you better mark that on your calendars. You also might want to check out the artwork - it's so 2005, haha!
Aside from OLD MUSIC, he also dropped some NEW MUSIC on his Soundcloud page. Dissatisfied with the other remixes of Troy Ave's "All About The Money" song (I've never listened to Troy Ave, btw), "All About The Villain Remix" finds Poe lacing his own version, and he doesn't hold back. All bite behind that bark. With an aggressive flow and heated bars, the villain is throwing verbal fists and is coming for heads of corrupted officers. It's a hard song. Stream and DOWNLOAD FOR FREE!
His second offering was another remix, but this time it was a remix of an ASAP Rocky track, called "Lord Pretty Flacko 2". I'll be the first to admit that I don't listen to ASAP Rocky (no particular reason, just haven't gotten into the dude), so I'm not familiar with the original. However, I can talk about Poe's version "The Villain 2". While I am not really gravitating towards the beat so much, I am feeling Poe's grimy approach, go-hard-or-go-home attitude, and his rapid-fire delivery. My favorite part is the second verse, too, because he's spitting some from-the-heart, real shit, like representing for his town, demanding respecting, getting to where he is without hand-outs, and the shady friends that turned their backs on him after he's helped them in some way. The villain is poetically killin' 'em. Once again, stream and DOWNLOAD FOR FREE.
Last, but not least, the final track that he recently dropped is a tribute to Jay Z. Spitting over his "Feelin' It" song, which was originally on Jay's Reasonable Doubt album, Poe adds a couple of verses. Rapping about his come-up and the life he's living, from being raised on rappers like Tupac and being inspired by the East Coast culture, rapping about his first love, staying focused on contributing to hip hop, and his goals of his music making him successful. Now this is a remix that I can get behind! Stream and DOWNLOAD FOR FREE.
FUN FACT TIME: Did you know that teenager Poe once wanted to be a woodsmith? Yes, true. He built toy cars and planes, and things of that nature. Check the photo on Instagram! You never know, maybe one of these days he'll put a hand-crafted wood piece in a future music package and it could become a collectible item! Haha.
Papa J's "Me Against The World" music video has finally reached over 20K views, and is well on its way to 25K. If you haven't seen it yet, or if you just wanna watch it again, go do that! Share it with your friends, too, because his HR1955 album will be out before you know it. IN FACT, he announced the release date already... MARCH 25th! His listening party information was also unveiled!
It will be held at KMG Studios (in Greenwood Village, Colorado) on March 24th, between 7PM-9PM. While it is open to the public to attend, there will only be 50 SEATS AVAILABLE. Save the date, save the time, save the address, and make sure you are there early! Each seated person will recieve a free signed CD, too! Peep the flyer below.
Regarding the album and the experience, Papa J. Ruiz said: "GOD watches everything. iii don't know how this is going to work out but iiim promise to YOU ALL that #HR1955 will be a CLASSIC! iii want you all to experience HIP HOP in a whole new light. THIS ALBUM IS A STORY KNOW ONE HAS SPOKE ON. Love you mommy and pops you guys will be retired iii SWEAR TO GOD! #iii #ORGANIZEDTHREAT / #HR1955 3/25/15"
In the last few weeks, JMega dropped two new True Masterz songs. The first is called "Kosher", and it finds him spitting two quick verses, loosely about what it's like being a universal leader. The second, and most recent song, is called "Expansions". Over a smooth groove of a buzzing bassline and dusty drums, the verses focus on staying cool, calm, collected, while elevating your life. This one is my favorite of the two.
With his Stay Still album coming in the Spring of this year, producer/rapper JG dropped his second single on the first of the year. Even though it's the unmastered version, "A Simple Notion/A Complex Emotion" shows me his skill on the mic, because I thought he was strictly a producer. I'm feeling it, even though it's a rough edit. I sense a dark, melancholy vibe in his storytelling. In contemplating his life and the future that waits for him, he talks about weeding out fake friends, finding truth behind the lies, and preparing himself for any rejection that lies ahead.
When I asked him for his insight on the song, he said: "The album it's apart of is a concept album that takes place after a catastrophic event. So, each track is a mindset you would find that atmosphere. This particular track is about the main character's struggle with the loss of his woman, his disgust with the state of life, and his struggle trying to find love again."
Also, JG put together the 5th installment in the OGT Mix Series. A little over 15 minutes in length, VOLUME 5 combines JG's favorite songs from Papa J. Ruiz, Vida Killz, Von Poe VII, EmptySev, and Razor. Find the track list below, then stream and download the mix for free.
MIX TRACKLIST:
Papa J. Ruiz - "Eyes Closed" [Prod.Joogy Jugg]
Chateau Des Dieux - "Paranoia" [Prod. JG]
Von Poe VII - "Delegation" (Feat. Papa J. Ruiz) [Prod. Ruman]
EmptySev - "Bloody Sabre (Viktor Kreed)" [Prod Ruman]
Razor - "Retaliate" [Prod. Chaper 3 Beats]
Here's an OGT collaborative track for you! EmptySev teamed up with Xican Brown for the first time, for a song called "The Coming". The two get wild on this song, produced by Ruman, with the intro done by Koolz One. It's a tough song. However, I found myself laughing at the following one-liner by Xican Brown: "Smooth as cream cheese sliding through the fuckin' bagel". Haha, so random. Cool track, overall. Stream and download for free!
Earlier tonight, Xican Brown dropped a brand new track. He had linked up with another fellow OGT member, Koolz One, for "Poison Darts". Produced by Xican Brown himself, the two are spitting lyrical venom, proving why they are a formidable threat. Both of them are witty with the wordplay and their flows are fierce, too. Stream below, then DOWNLOAD FOR FREE.
A couple of weeks ago, Koolz One dropped a dope posse track called "Body Bags". It featured Xican Brown and Razor, with production handled by Rellim. These three blood-thirsty emcees spit vicious, cautionary bars, sending death warnings to anyone that gets in their way or disrespects the mic. This one will be on Koolz One's forthcoming album, titled The Alpha, scheduled for release sometime this year. Stream below and DOWNLOAD FOR FREE!
Vida has been posting several short video pieces that find her lacing some spoken word pieces - some heard and some unheard yet. On December 17th, she posted three 15-second spoken word pieces. Listen to them here: PT 1, PT 2, and PT 3. The next day, she followed that up with another video, where she's reciting lines from her Daydreams And Nightmares album. Watch that here, and look out for that album sometime this year. On December 20th, she posted another one, this time it's something from DeathKillz (can't wait for the second album from them!): check that video. Lastly, before the year was up, she posted one last one (watch).
Aside from videos, she's been sharing sneak peak photos from her life (young Vida, her desk space, and winter beauties), as well as letting us know that she has a lot planned for the year.
This cool Soulcat has a couple of shows lined up that you should know about, especially if you live in Vienna. The first one is going down on January 17th, for Kültür Gemma. It's a performative presentation of a film, literary performance, and live music. She will be performing at the end of the event. Check this link for more information, or go to the site to see a bigger version of the flyer.
The second show takes place on January 23rd, for the Soli-Konzert: HipHop gegen Strache im Einbaumöbel. This show show is hosted by Linkswende, which is a political organization against racism and fascism. It will be focused around hop hop making a statement against Australian politician Strache. About the event, Soulcat E-Phife said: "Next up with ESRAP, SOULCAT E5 uvm.!! Vienna, don't miss this if you wanna make a statement. The right wingers is sueing the left party and we gotta make this bullshit stop, so we get together for a night emerged in HIPHOP and solidarity." FACEBOOK EVENT INFO.
Let's see what Yarah has been up to these last couple of weeks, shall we? Before closing the year, she performed her fourth show in Paris within a year; volunteered at a homeless shelter for Christmas; she hung out with a really cute owl; her Love Is The Movement EP was nominated for "EP Of The Year" at the Kingsize Gala, in Sweden; and she shared a goofy, "happy New Years" video that she filmed in her hotel. She then welcomed the new year with uplifting words, open arms and the desire to spread love, and a beautiful picture of the queen herself (seen below).
For easy finding, I've listed the free-to-download songs that I've shared throughout this post. We all love free music, so get to grabbing!
VON POE VII - "All About The Villain Remix" [DOWNLOAD]
VON POE VII - "The Villain 2 Remix" [DOWNLOAD]
VON POE VII - "Feelin' It Remix" [DOWNLOAD]
OGT MIX VOLUME 5 [DOWNLOAD]
EMPTYSEV x XICAN BROWN - "THE COMING" [DOWNLOAD]
XICAN BROWN x KOOLZ ONE - "POISON DARTS" [DOWNLOAD]
KOOLZ ONE - "BODY BAGS" (ft XICAN BROWN & RAZOR) [DOWNLOAD]
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Andddddd, I'm done! That was a long post, huh?
I hope you read through it all or, at the very least, skimmed through it to get the important parts.
Have a great weekend to come!
See you next time. XOXO, TIFFOLOGY
This is FiascoTheGod and I am currently alive to supply you with the latest Organized Threat news. If I wasn't alive I'm sure someone else would be doing this right now but, that person isn't alive. I am alive. Or am I?
GET EXCITED! HERE IS THE NEW OGTWEEKLY! YEAH!
#BREAKINGNEWS: Introducing the newest member of Organized Threat, Vic Virtuoso!
"Heathen" is the debut visual from Vic Virtuoso and it is a very disturbing one. No there aren't creepy animals or images in this visual. It's just the presentation Vic Virtuoso gives. From the production which is produced by Vic as well, to his tone of voice, to the visual itself, it's difficult to not be creeped out or feel awkward while watching. I can picture Vic Virtuoso's style blending very well with Von Poe VII's and you may be experiencing that very soon.
On top of a new member join OGT, we have a new visual from Von Poe VII! Yeah!
Here is "Everything Has A Meaning" by Von Poe VII. Poe rolls deep in this visual and one of those faces you will see is MOOK who supplies you with a special dance performance. The phrase "everything has a meaning but, none of it makes sense" really has my mind stuck. For some reason my brain just cannot understand that phrase although it is very direct. Anyway, this track produced by JG can be located on Von Poe VII's album ONLY GODZ RELATE.
#COMINGSOON: JMega The God is putting the final touches on his upcoming project
Darker Than Black is finished, we polishing it up before we drop it. Just putting that in your ear. #DarkerThanBlack
— JMega The God (@JMegaTheGod) December 13, 2014
"I've been wondering if heaven's got an open bar / See the stars wondering if heaven's there at all" - EmptySev, song: "Gas Chamberz"
While walking to work one day I was thinking about this line and then I had the idea to compare it to something. Although I jotted notes in my phone so I wouldn't forget when it came time to compose my OGT Weekly, I cannot make the connection between what I jotted down in my phone. It was something really good, too. This has been one of my favorite lines in all of music this year and it always has me thinking. Maybe when you're done reading this you can comment your favorite line(s) from an OGT member.
JASSON C INTERVIEW! YEAH!
Jasson C and I were able to work together to put out an interview through another website I write for. It took a while due to my schedule but, it when it was published, it came out very well. Jasson C answered each question in fine detail and that's what really made this interview intriguing. He's currently working on his LA Project so I asked him some questions about that as well as a couple of other questions.
One of the questions I asked was about his "Philharmonic" track with EmptySev and Rellim. Read below to learn the story behind it.
2. How did the collaboration between you, Rellim, and Emptysev for “Philharmonic” work out? How did it start and what were the conversations like during the creation of the track?
Ok, so Rellim is from Texas but had moved out to LA for a few months (and hopefully we get him back soon) and we started working on music. We both produce so we made 3 or 4 beats together while he was out here. It was chill we would smoke kush and wax, watch futurama with his roommate, talk about random shit. Haha it was dope. This one day I came over Rellim’s messing with this Roy Ayers sample and I could hear how the drums would have to break down. I kinda played director for a few minutes until the patterns sounded right then I let him do his thing and I started writing. We recorded like 2 hours later and we had an open verse plus Sev had hit Rellim up for some material. We sent him the verse. I told him the murk it off. He did. And its history. Its probably one of the more organic songs Ive ever made because, you know, it wasnt planned or nothing. We just kind of did it. You can hear how fresh it is, how fresh the content is, how hard the beat is. Everything is so raw, but polished on the track. I love it, man. It was fun getting that done. Click here to read the entire piece.
#DONTMISS: "Me Against The World" by Papa J. Ruiz
#NEW: "Woke Up Broke" by Papa J. Ruiz
Papa J. Ruiz continues to perfect his art of expressing his struggle with "Woke Up Broke". With production from Rellim, Ruiz showcases an effortless flow with reality stricken lyrics.
There are only 2 grey "iii" beanies left! Make sure you are one of those two by clicking here to purchase. Don't be that Papa J. Ruiz fan that doesn't have one!
Twitter Gem From Poe:
Its hard making art in America, because so many people just want to live. So many people just want to clock in and cash out, and it sucks.
— CHAD A. MARSHALL (@VonPoeVII) December 14, 2014
EmptySev continues with his daily struggle:
Trynna decide wether i need sleep or beer..
— SEV77 (@sevenxempty) December 12, 2014
A Few Words And Sentences From FiascoTheGod
There is your OGT Weekly! Make sure you take a second look over it and if you know someone who isn't familiar with the Threat, share this with them! See you next year! Well I won't physically see you...or will I?
#BREAKINGNEWS: Starting Januay 2015 Organized Threat will begin the process of their group album. The album is also scheduled for a late 2015/early 2016 release. To prove that I am not lying, I have strategically placed the official tweet below.
#QUICKTHOUGHT: As a fan/listener/follower for Organized Threat looking in from the outside, one thing does concern me about the process of this album. That one thing is the loyalty of members. I'm not questioning the loyalty of anybody right now in the group but, we've seen a fair share of members leave the camp this year. Anything can really happen in a year with any one current member. Goals change. Mindsets change. It happens. Imagine what would happen if the members from the begging of this year all decided to work on the album this year? It would be ruined. But, I am assuming Von Poe VII used his good judgement and does not question the loyalty of the current members of Organized Threat. With that being said, this will be the very first Organized Threat album. The album will mean so much more if everyone who is on the first one is on the last.
Song Of The Blog: Play JMega The God's "Veterans Day" while reading up on the latest Organized Threat news.
Welcome to my dungeon. This what you waited on. This what you waited on. This is FiascoTheGod and I am currently alive to supply you with the latest Organized Threat news.
I can feel it my soul
When Poe laces up and puts on his grill you know the visual is about to be fire. Even though this is Poe's visual he was able to balance the attention and put the appropriate amount of focus on the dancer Reginald Anthony Webber Jr. The scenes of Webber dancing with the pillars surrounding him, may be the best scenes Chad A. Marshall (Von Poe VII) has ever shot. "Cowboy Bebop" is produced by Ruman and can be located on Von Poe VII's album ONLY GODZ RELATE.
Did You Know This About The Threat?
As I continue to not only be a blogger for Organized Threat but, as a fan as well, I always want to learn more about them. I was able to get in contact with Von Poe VII and have him send me five facts about Organized Threat. Here are 2 of those 5 facts below. The 5th fact was a question I came up with on my own because it's something I've been wondering about. So I crushed my wonder and asked the question. I also urge you to go read the rest of the facts because I also included a lot of dope music by Organized Threat, too.
2. Organized Threat was started in 2006 by Chad A. Marshall and a Spanish teacher from his Highschool, Chad A. Marshall is the only original member still in the camp (if you don’t include the reboot of the group that happened in 2012). Fact #5 is one that I was personally interested in so I had to make sure I obtained the story behind this fact. A sample of a gentleman saying “Organized Threat is the future” can be found on a couple of OGT tracks. This is how it happened. 5. Von Poe VII said, “the bum sample came from a trip to Vegas while filming “Black Pyramid”. He wanted a cig and I told him only if he said OGT on camera. I felt it was cheesy for an MC in the camp to say it. Kinda bias you know? But a bum on the street? Golden”.
Razor accurately translated the ruthless feeling in the track to the visual with his manifestation of his actions in this visual directed by Chad A. Marshall. This track and more can be found on Razor's album F.A.I.T.H. Although this album is dope, according to Poe, we can expect even better on Razor's next project.
Actually, this new @ThisIsRAZOR project is sounding disgustingly dope. Goddamn, we finally getting that RAZOR we've been waiting for.
— CHAD A. MARSHALL (@VonPoeVII) October 12, 2014
More Music From The Threat EmptySev dropped a new track entitled "Gas Chamberz". Faces must have really went into a grimey no holds barred mind state to produce this beat. It is currently getting daily rotation in my playlist and it ranks right next to my other favorite track by him "Bloody Sabre".
Jasson C blesses us with his first single "Dolphins (Tom Hanks)" off his upcoming album. We witness a focused (as always) Jasson C on this track who's looking to get awards like Tom Hanks. If you ain't doing it big don't do it at all!
Vida Killz Destructs and Rebuilds in order to take charge and lead in her latest EP Destruction: Rebirth of Self. This is a collaboration effort with producer GRIEF78 and this is their last installment to their trilogy.
Organized Threat has also this Organized Threat Mix series. There have been two volumes released so far. The first one was composed by Rellim and the second by Ruman. Both feature several quality tracks from a few artists from the camp. I really think this is a good way to get someone into Organized Threat. If you know someone who hasn't heard of Organized Threat yet, send them these two mixes. And if you're really friendly, show a random person at your local grocery store.
OGT Mix Vol. 1 by Rellim
OGT Mix Vol. 2 by Ruman
JG has released a real piece of art in "The Prologue EP". This is his first installment in his Stay Still series. JG says,“The concept for the upcoming Stay Still is that the world has essentially ended. And the tracks take you through the types of people and feelings that someone in a post apocalyptic world would see/feel. But it’s so far removed from the actual event that the event itself lies in some folklore grey area”. What really impresses me about this project is JG's voice and delivery. I don't know how to explain it in a rational matter. His delivery is just smooth and uncracked. Almost like there are no faults. JG really raps his ass off in this project and I honestly think he has potential star power. Click here to listen.
If JG has one role (either MC or producer) I would really like to hear him spit a verse and see how he matches up with the other elite MCs of Organized Threat.
Limited Edition Posters! Papa J. Ruiz has released limited edition HR 1955 posters up for sale on his bandcamp. There are only 4 left so if it's something you are unsure of getting I say go for it! You don't want to have any regrets later on. In order to prevent your potential regret, click here to purchase the limited edition posters.
#SECONDBREAKINGNEWS: Organized Threat officially welcomes new member Koolz One.
Koolz One spits about the Hip-hop he grew up on and that's what makes this the perfect introduction. With a new artist in the camp brings new opportunities for in house collabs and I am looking forward to that.
FiascoTheGod closes his blog with a few words. He won't see you again for a whole month!
Before I conclude this OGT Weekly, I want to give a quick belated birthday shout out to DJ Starchild!
Befive you carry on with your activities as a human being take a second look at the blog and share it with someone! If you're not a human being and you're able to read this, you're cool as fuck. We should chill sometime. Hit me up.
"They say I drink too much but they don't think enough so who's further?" - EmptySev. Song: "Believe You Me". Album: "SEVEN EMPTY"
Celebrate Life & Death In "Paradox"
As promised, Von Poe VII has dropped a visual for "Paradox" which is beautifully produced by Rellim. Although "Paradox" can elicit the feelings of laid back, calm, and chill, through it's SOUND, the lyrics if listened to carefully over and over again you can sense at times a heartless and frustrated Von Poe VII. That in itself is indeed a paradox. Sound vs context of lyrics. The part of the hook when Von Poe VII spits "Searching for the fame got me lost inside the game" can also be seen as a paradox. Looking at the rap game today, some rappers who lack heart and creativity seem to be the ones being famous. Why is it difficult for Von Poe VII to reach fame when he is one of the MC's/poets who have heart and creativity? (Not implying that's all that it takes to become famous). The rap game is a paradox. Von Poe VII does not seem to stress this as he turns to celebrate life and death in his visual. Yes, there is another paradox. The poetic lyrics by Von Poe VII including the way they are delivered and the poetic sound birthed by Rellim, receive a very poetic visual. "Paradox" can be located on the "Von Poe VII" album.
Expect a video dropping on May 31st. Von Poe VII informs us of this in a very poetic tweet.
JG Writes And Produces His New Track "The Sacrifice"
JG just dropped some serious heat! Check out his latest sound entitled "The Sacrifice". He justifies his egotistical approach with an impressive rhyme scheme and confident delivery. This is from his forthcoming project entitled "Stay Still".
THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A. Provides A Piece Of Tranquility
THA F.O.R.M.U.L.A. has a new release entitled "Tranquil Sunday". He is very straight forward in this track as what you read in the the title is what you absorb through your listening session. This is probably the perfect song to listen to on a Sunday, the day after a hangover. :) And listening to this during church could probably be the worst decision of your life. Unless you're an atheist. Well, then why are you in church anyway?
Devour Show Coming Up
On May 23rd Devour will be performing in North Hollywood, California. Organized Threat members DJ Starchild and Razor will also be a part of the show. Click here to view the flyer for more details.
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There is your latest Organized Threat news! Before you proceed with your next task please take another read at the blog to fully absorb everything that is going on! Also, do not keep Organized Threat your best kept secret! Spread the word! Start off by showing anyone this blog! After you're done with that you can consider me, FiascoTheGod your savior.
"Need to pay the rent cause when broke and bummy, the world look at you funny like god damn, Earth birthed another alien" - Papa J. Ruiz. Song: "CO STATE OF MIND". Album: "NO R3COLL3CTION"
More than a year later since I started blogging, I am here. I never fathomed the thought that I would one day be blogging for my favorite music artists. But I am here. My writing skills have increased tremendously since blogging for Organized Threat back in October and each Monday is a testament to that. I am in a great position and I am always thankful for every opportunity that presents itself. I find it very difficult to say no, even though I may want to, to an opportunity where people actually want me to be a part of their team. Of course, I never thought about saying no to the position to blog for the OGT Weekly. Denying this position would of been one of the worst decisions I would of ever made in my life. There are millions and millions of music lovers out there but, how many can actually say that they blog for their favorite artist(s)? I am very thankful to be one of those people and because this is true, I really do feel good about myself. To say, "I blog for Organized Threat" is just one of the coolest things ever. Now I can add to the list of "cool" things, I have interviewed Poetic Death/Von Poe VII.
Poetic Death/Von Poe VII Interview With FiascoTheGod & Street Khemistry
If you guys didn't know, I also blog for Street Khemistry. Knowing that Poetic Death/Von Poe VII's album ONLY GODZ RELATE was set to release April 13th, I thought it would be a great idea to obtain insight before its release. That's exactly what I did. Using a 5 Question format that we (Street Khemistry) like to call 5 In The Chamber, I interviewed Poetic Death. You can read the entire interview by clicking here. Below is one of the questions followed by the answer (of course): 5. Why have you decided to release ONLY GODZ RELATE under your alter
ego Von Poe VII instead of Poetic Death or even your other alter ego
Lord Darcia?
- To be honest, the entire embracement of the idea to really push the
“VON POE VII” name came from a conversation I had with my brother JMega
The God back in October of 2013 after coming back from Europe with
Gavlyn and Papa J. Ruiz. While overseas, I became extremely irritated at
the promoters for not putting my name on the flyers. For example, the
typical flyer we’d see over there would be “Gavlyn and Organized Threat”
or sometimes just “Gavlyn”. The problem was (as I swear this to you),
at EVERY SINGLE SHOW the crowd was not only happy to see me there, they
went crazy during my set. At every show. I’ve never really had fans in
the States, most of fans have always been from overseas or Mexico
because all the producers and collabs I would do since I was 16yrs old
were with artist outside of the States. So for me it was like “Yo, put
my name on the flyer so my peoples know I’m out here”. A lot of my fans
are older, they don’t do Twitter or Facebook or none of that shit feel
me? So in that sense a lot of my fans missed out on a lot in 2013. I
came back and told Mega that I felt like a lot of these promoters didn’t
want to put the word “Death” on a flyer and would rather promote sex
appeal. That had nothing to do with what Gav wanted, but that’s just how
these promoters work. She’s young and very attractive, they’re gonna
milk it as much as they can. So yea I came back and Mega pretty much hit
me with the science, he was like “Well my nigga to be honest, even
though death is a natural thing, it represents the end your physical
being. So for you to be out there putting out that energy, it’s going to
be harder for you to really pull anything positive from it. Music or
not, is death something you really want to be promoting?”. Yea man, that
shit blew my mind. So he hit me with that, and we started building on
the power of the number seven and how the “VONPOEVII” album should be
more of an introduction to VON POE the artist. Dropping the “death”
moniker and embracing the godliness that lives within all of us. Oh and
just to bring it full circle, I use the Roman numeral in my name because
I feel that Rome is to Europeans what Egypt is to Africans / African
Americans. I am a Black Man, but I was brought up in America, a White
Man’s world. So I want to pay respects to both, even though the Roman’s
got their lessons from the Egyptians.
Lastly, my Lord Darcia character came to life at a time when I was
dealing with a really bad breakup. So for me, that’s where I want that
memory to stay. If I end up going through another breakup or something
to that effect, I’ll bring him out again. But as of right now, I’m
pushing the VII (seven).
What I really like about his answer is that we, the readers, obtain juicy historical information. We learn that Poetic Death's named was not featured on flyers even though he was performing at the show. We learn why Poe thinks that his name wasn't featured on flyers. We learn about about a conversation that he and JMega The God had. Like whaaat. That's crazy information packed into one answer! Absorb that answer because you never know when a game show host will ask you question about Poetic Death that requires one of these answers! I'm serious! VON POE VII Will Be Re-released
Poetic Death announced on Facebook that he will be re-releasing VON POE VII with an updated cover and playlist this Friday. Since there will be an updated playlist, this could mean we will see previous tracks that were found on previous projects make there way onto the album. Maybe the playlist is just being rearranged with the same tracks. The first possibility seems more plausible though. It will be interesting to see how past tracks will fit into VON POE VII. He also goes on to say that this will be part one of the Villainz Trilogy. You can read the Facebook status by clicking here.
May 25th
Papa J. Ruiz has a big announcement on May 25th. He tweeted, "PEEP: Productive day, Out Here Griiinding BIG ANNOUNCEMENT May 25th! S/o @knowledgevision@joogyjugg#iii#OGT #55".Clicking on the link to that tweet will also provide you with a picture of Papa J. It looks as if he is either do a photo shoot or possibly shooting a music video. By tagging Joogy Jugg in the tweet I can't help but speculate that Papa J. has decided to do a music video for a track that Joogy Jugg has produced.
JG Releases New Sounds
JG drops a whole leap of sounds on soundcloud. Although he is known as a producer for Organized Threat, he is very capable of ripping the mic. The sounds recently uploaded on is Soundcloud contains older verses from him as well as instrumental tracks that he has now decided to release. Check them out by clicking here.
Nicer Than His Name
Tomorrow Razor will be dropping off a surprised "Merch Package" to one lucky fan. The package will include 1 copy of my "Sharper Than My Name" album, 1 copy of my "F.A.I.T.H" album, 1 copy of Papa J. Ruiz's "No Recollection" album, 1 copy of Poetic Death's "Von Poe VII" album, 1 "Lyrical Prophet" poster, and 1 #OrganizedThreat "Silencer" T-shirt. To see what cities he might visit, check out the caption in his Instagram picture by clicking here. Wrap Up
There is your latest scoop on the Organized Threat camp. Before you move on to your next task, please take a second read of the blog as well as check out the interview I conducted with Poetic Death. You are bound to learn something from the interview! I certainly did! You can now consider me, FiascoTheGod, your savior.
