I’ve always been a fan of Yay (Bay) Area rap music. It goes all the way back to listening to Too Short in the 80s. Well, here’s a classic from Vallejo’s Celly Cell. “It’s Going Down Tonight” appeared on Celly Cell’s 2nd album Killa Kali, which was released in 1994. You might also like: Kanye [...]
This is artist Parra’s take on the LA Dodger’s classic blue/white logo spelling M-A-D-L-I-B. Only a few people could make the connection with the Dodgers when the originally saw the shirt so Madlib said, “fuck it, do the new one black & white.” Parra’s Madlib t-shirt is available at the Stones Throw webstore. You might [...]
Bootleg Clothing Brand recently released a limited edition t-shirt celebrating the life of Adam Yauch (aka MCA of the Beastie Boys). MCA passed away last Friday after a long bout with cancer. A PORTION OF PROFITS WILL BE DONATED TO THE PABLOVE FOUNDATION (PABLOVE.ORG) an organization funding pediatric cancer research and advances in treatment, educating and [...]
Last week, I posted photos by photographer Eric Coleman from the Stones Throw archive. This week, I present Eric Coleman’s business partner and fellow photographer Brian Cross aka B+. I’ve been a fan of B+’s work since his days at Rap Pages magazine. Below are a few of B+’s photos from the Stones Throw photo [...]
Mach Five has consistently made a name as the duo pushing boundaries in Hip-Hop. Mister Corrupt teams up with Zimbabwe Kev to create a comedic music video for the stoner-hop anthem, “7 A.M.” where the critically acclaimed duo comprised of A.ware and Corey Davis talk girls, drugs and partying. From their “Ratchet Shit Vol. 2″ [...]
Beastie Boys’ “Sabotage” is one of my favorite music videos of all-time and also one of my favorite tracks by the Beasties. The music video was directed by Spike Jonze. “Sabotage” appeared on the Beastie Boys 1994 release Ill Communication. RIP MCA. He will truly be missed. You might also like: Polyester the Saint "Show [...]
“Beastie Boys“ rapper MCA — real name Adam Yauch — has died at the age of 47. Russell Simmons‘ website GlobalGrind.com first reported the death. MCA co-founded Beastie Boys in 1979 with Mike D, and Ad Rock … and went on to churn out some of the most iconic albums in hip-hop … including License [...]
Stones Throw is currently selling prints by photographer Eric Coleman. Each is an EDITION OF 1, Archival Pigment Prints from the Stones Throw Photo Show, 20″ x 24″. View the Eric Coleman prints below. For inquiries about other photo prints please contact store@stonesthrow.com You might also like: Common "Sweet" Music VideoThe Hundreds Magazine Vol. 03 [...]
Phonte drops his latest video “The Life Of Kings” feat. Evidence & Big K.R.I.T. from the album Charity Starts At Home. The video features Momma Tigallo lip syncing Evidence’s verse…that was cool as hell! Check out the video below. You might also like: Esperanza Spalding "Black Gold" (featuring Algebra Blessett)Throwback: Alfonzo Hunter "Just The Way Playas [...]
Ohio-based group Fly Union drops their first single “The Hard Way” from their upcoming album TGTC2. “The Hard Way” video was an impromptu shoot during their recent stay in Los Angeles. This is one of my favorite records that’s out right now. (via ATL Junkie) You might also like: Infamous Mobb Deep x Milkcrate Athletics [...]
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