Say Something - Timbaland ft Drake

Had to post this one up guys. I have been a huge fan of Timbaland since High School. Yeah, I was that kid bumpin' Timbaland and Magoo like it was going out of style. And now the Monster Producer is dropped Shock Value II yesterday. And big shout out to VEVO (vevo.com) with great online (High Quality) music videos. Don't be afraid to shout out to SoFreshLA.com Now peep out the teaser vid below. Or check out the full length video at VEVO.com.

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Stylophone Beatbox

The little Stylophone Beatbox machine is only about $25. Nothing too special about it, but put it in the right hands and it becomes crazy entertaining. You have to watch this vid to see what I mean. Talk about some throwback trax..! You can fast forward it to 1:33 if the beginning bores you.

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The Eyewriter - this is the ish!!!

This is the type of stuff that I'm talking about. Advancement in technology to also help benefit those who are not so fortunate. Check out this vid YO!

The Eyewriter from Evan Roth on Vimeo.

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GhostBusters III

I recently watched the previous Ghostbuster films and was notified that they are in the act of rolling out part 3. I did find an article confirming this:

"Dan Aykroyd has confirmed that the third Ghostbusters movie is all set to go before the cameras -- with the original cast in place to reprise the characters from the 1984 film.
The movie star reveals Sigourney Weaver has signed on for the project, alongside himself, Bill Murray, Harold Ramis and Ernie Hudson -- and the film could start shooting this winter. "...Hollywood.com

I'm sure with the available technology today, this film should be pretty dope!

...sorry for the lack of posts. I plan on upping my blog frequency back to normal.

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Black Dynamite

It has been a long time waiting. But I just ran into the release date of the movie "Black Dynamite." It comes out in Theaters October 16th. I think I first heard of this movie almost a year ago. Here is a small excerpt.
"African-American action legend Black Dynamite goes after 'The Man' for killing his brother Jimmy, for pumping heroin into local orphanages and for flooding the ghetto with hopped-up malt liquor."

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Copyright Criminals

Copyright Criminals, a documentary about digital samplings head-on collision with copyright law, features many of hip-hop musics celebrated figures—including Public Enemy, De La Soul, the Beastie Boys, and Digital Underground—as well as emerging artists from record labels Definitive Jux, Rhymesayers, Ninja Tune, and more. The documentary also provides an in-depth look at artists who have been sampled, such as former James Brown drummer Clyde Stubblefield, as well as commentary by another highly sampled musician, funk legend George Clinton.
-Thanks Nass (Foundtrack) for the heads up on this.

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Tron Legacy & Daft Punk : Update

Not sure on when the last time I was this excited about a Disney movie coming out, but check out the HD Trailer below (Full Screen recommended) and you will know what I'm talking about. I heard through the grapevine that our buddies DAFT PUNK will be creating the score for this movie! ^^ Bonkers Kid!!
Also, check out some of these truly grimy original tracks cut up by the well "underhyped" Flying Lotus!

Flying Lotus - $tunt$
Flying Lotus - LTWRMX
Flying Lotus - Shadow

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I'm back - like the Funky Chicken!

Well I'm back from an incredible trip in France. I learned a lot, and ate a lot of great food!! I will try and include some pics soon. For now, kick back and take some dance lessons from the man himself.. "JAMES BROWN!". Sorry no music today. I have a ton of music to sort through. Enjoy!

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Heading to FRANCE!

Just wanted to give everyone a heads up that I will be out of the country for a few weeks. I will be driving through Southern France in hopes of captivating new inspirations and such.
Well, I also figure that I will also start posting some DJ inspirational vids. So here is my first drop on that subject. This is a scratch video of DJ Qbert cutting it up to a Kool G Rap instrumental. Notice that he starts off with an original idea in he beginning... and that same idea is carried out throughout his whole set. Talk about a musician!! Until I return... Stay Fresh

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Making the video : Rye Rye - BANG!!!

Oooh! I have been waiting to post this up here for a while. Rye Rye has this track out that is BONKERS! It's that deep B'more style that has some crazy kick. I actually first heard it in a _____ store. I immediately ran to the register and demanded a copy of the CD that was playing. She gave it to me for free.
Back to the post... So this track features MIA, in which she also produces the video (See below). You have to listen to this song on a decent stereo (not stock computer or the likes)... because when the kick drum comes in... it's like a shot of those 5 hr energy drinks. Anyways... Peep the track here. As always : Support the artist and purchase from the itunes store.



And for those that aren't feeling me on this girl... She was at Coachella 2009!! (See below) Done Deal son! HA



Check out the "Nacey Remix" here.

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R-Bar Thursday Pictures 5/28/09

Here are some of the pics from the R-Bar event with PUMA and Foundtrack where DEF Defined DJs threw down a 3 DJ set. DJ Iceburrg, Clearcut, and Mugen all had dope sets... and their combined 3 DJs at once was a spectacle to watch and listen too. Dino Mayorga (Featured artist) tagged up a nice piece and had some of his shoes on display as well. You can hit him on his myspace here. I have to thank our friends over at Foundtrack for these great photos (Brian Brown). So be sure to check out their site for a full write-up (Coming soon). For now, take a peek at these few pictures and be sure to tune in to the Radio show at DEFradiomusic.com.


Packed house that night.


DJ Iceburrg working the tables. Sweeeeet Shirt!!!


DJ Mugen and Clearcut throwing down!


Dino Mayorga touching up his piece.


Some of Dino's other work on display.


DJ Mugen... like the exhaust!


Def DJs



DJ Iceburrg getting funky on yo @$$

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Jay Z - Death of Auto-Tune

Jay Z drops a hard one on all the auto-tune users (Think T-Pain's sound). I was wondering when someone was gonna step out and say something. He had me on this track when he dropped this line...

"... I know we facing a RECESSION,
but the music ya'll are making gonna make it the GREAT DEPRESSION..."

You can hear it for yourself (link deactivated).

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Daichi Beatbox - pretty cool

I had to post another beatbox. I just recently found this one and I thought it was fresh to post it here. Daichi is an 18 year old Japanese Beatboxer. He would mos def get my vote for the wildcard entry. You can check out his youtube here.

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Cool Kids - Pump up the volume Flosstradamus rmx

These katz will always be in my fresh list. I found a little dope jewel remixed by the well known Flosstradamus. Peep out the Pump up the Volume remix here.

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Crazy ATL Lady - DLake Bmore remix !!!

For those of you that are Bmore and/or DLake fans... check this remake out. DLake took that video of the crazy girl in ATL who was trippin and made it into a Bmore delight! Haha! Talk about making a horrible video into something entertaining. I guess you really have to get the joke/humor to really enjoy this. So maybe watch the 1st video a bit (Original footage)but I warn you... it is kinda harsh to watch at times... Then check out the fresh remake below it. You can grab the audio version of the remake here. (but it may not be up too long)

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R-Bar Thursday report (5-28)

Last night was Dope-matic kid! DJ Yosh started the night with some fresh old skool cuts that had the crate diggers and old skool fools salivating at the mouth. Then the Def Defined DJs stepped in and ripped it!!! 3 DJs at the same time spinning everything from Dubstep to Electro Funk. Stay tuned for the pictures (coming soon). And be sure to watch out for pictures of DJ Iceburrg's T-shirt when he was on the turntables!! Above is a picture of the Shoe's that PUMA threw our way! Thanks Puma!

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R-Bar Thursdays - SoFreshLA & Def DJs!!

Be sure to check out R-Bar tonight!!! SoFreshLA's DJ Iceburrg will be throwing down a Fat set of Electro-Funkadelic-Hip Hop-Smashed out-Rock ...or something like that. Don't forget that it is an event hosted by our friends at Foundtrack and PUMA. You can also catch the rest of the Def Defined DJs (Clearcut and Mugen). You may have caught Clearcut at R-Bar a few weeks ago... here is another chance. You need the password to get in (IL MOSTRO).Rumor has it that the Def DJ's are showcasing a 3 Turntables & 2 Mixers Set (3 DJs at the same time??) FRESH !!

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Blame it on...

I saw this on the news and had to post it (1 week later..??). The fact that it is an Obama impersonation and talking about today's economy problems makes it real talk yo! Plus I have a Mcfly Remix of the actual song... which you can peep here. But my favorite one is this laid back Pharcyde version here. Super laid back...but fresher than yo mama's newly baked cookies!

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Sugar Hill gang?????

I always have to show love to the dope old schoolers such as Sugar Hill Gang. But there comes a time when people do things that I don't really understand. I mean,... I think I see where they were trying to go with this, but the end result is not really on my... how do you say... Fresh List!! I feel that this cut took something "Old and Dope" and turned it "New and Corny" But don't worry.. if this video is killing you, just check out this little mashup. - Major Lazer VS M.I.A. - Pull Up The Line (Twist It! Goes Baile Funk Mashup)

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Blackout 2 !! Methodman and Redman

It's been a big gap of years since the release of the first Blackout, but this is for all the big Meth & Red fans out there. I played the first album until the motor in my CD player tanked on me. So be sure to get a quick fix of the track called "Dis Iz 4 All My Smokers."

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DJ Mehdi featuring Chromeo- I am

Talk about a Fresh Video. You gotta love the old skool feel. Brings me back to when we use to try and make up those handshakes in school... just to forget them after the weekend. What really makes this video FRESH is that there is more to it than just entertainment. Plus, Chromeo is featured on this track. There does seem to be a story line.. I give it 4FreshStars! You can grab a listen to the audio file here.

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Beardyman Cooking Beatbox

For the beatbox fans like me, I have actually known about this video for some time now. I am actually beside myself that I haven't posted any amazing beatbox vidz yet. Well here is one that should blow you away on the creative side. The fact that Beardyman dressed up as a women for this is worth the watch.

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It is all the same to me : Shoe talk

There are just some things that I don't like about fashion... and one of those things is when it hits that super trendy wave (*cough *cough... the skinny jeans epidemic) and everything looks the same. I don't have anything against the posted pics above (Jay-Z,Asics,and Reebok), but it all looks the same to me. But I guess when you are trying to cater to certain trend and style, you end up having to look like everyone else (... I think that is the definition of trendy). In that case, the "NEW TREND" is actually an oxymoron!!!
Well here is a track that is definitely not an oxymoron. Think Common and Kanye West thrown over a laced Neptune beat... Take a listen here. (Not sure how long this link will be active.)

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This is what I call Street Art

It has been a few days since I last posted. Time has been hard to find these last few weeks, but I think I have managed to find some now and going forward. Here is a dope video that I came across. The artist, Joshua Allen Harris, creates some cool street art. Just check out the video and place your ear next to speaker playing this Calvin Harris track remixed by Mr. Oizo here.

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Thunderheist blowin up in Toronto

A while back I blogged about a group called THUNDERHEIST that caught my attention with their "JERK IT" song and video that was created by Thatgo. Well it seems that they have been causing quite the Ruckus up in Toronto. They may be the next big export out of Toronto... Well here is a track that should keep the hip shakers movin on the dance floor.[Salacious]

Thunderheist - Sweet 16 (Mansion Remix)

Peep out my previous blogs about them here.

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The Notorious Fat Albert - Machine Gun Funk

This fell into my lap, so I felt if SoFreshLA worthy to post.

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Blame it on the Pharcyde

This is one of the smoothest mash-ups I have *EVER* heard... that's right, I said it.. EVER!! Once the beat kicks in you will know exactly what I mean. This club banger gets and instant dope-licious chill feel from the Pharcyde track. Pop a listen here.

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Burger King Ad - Baby Got Square back????

Thought this was noteworthy of the blog due to it's music nature.. ok, not really! But I find this humorous, in that it seems to point to the KID audience. They are actually advertising kids meals in this nature... WOW!! And if I'm not mistaking, Sir Mix-a-Lot is rapping and makes a short cameo at the end of the commercial.



And I have also included the full length music video version below if you feel it is worth the time... And I can not say that I agree with what the KING is saying here. Round is the way to go!!

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*REVISIT* : Do Me, Work It(Jerk it) - Shoops

A while back I wrote about a track by Thunderheist called "Jerk it".Check the old blog here if you missed it. Well here is a total remix and regurgitated version by Shoops called "Do Me, Work it." Grab a listen here if you are fresh enough. I also included the original video that was created by Thatgo.

Do Me, Work It (Dear Isis “jerk it” Remix) - Shoops


thunderheist - jerk it from thatgo on Vimeo.

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Wale+Lady Gaga+Cool&Dre = "THIS"

You may have heard this track a few times over the radio. At first I thought it may have been MIA, but came to find out it is Lady Gaga. I'm actually a pretty big Wale fan, but I believe this is not him at his best. The track is catchy, but it wouldn't put it up there with his HEAT. Rumor has it that you can take a listen here. Let us know what you think. Oh, and yes.... that is your typical Drunk Lindsey Lohan with Wale in the picture.

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Rock The Bells 2009 Lineup

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Flipped out Friday - Busta Rhymes

I was just reflecting on how much I truly dig that "Busta" flow on certain tracks. His style can sometimes sound good on any track you put him on. In fact... peep the video above for the original song of, "Don't Touch Me Now." Then float on over and listen to the U-Turn remix. It's bananas I tell ya... BANANAS!!! [SALACIOUS]

... And speaking of Busta...

Remix Sundays use to be the !ish. You can still grab a listen to Busta Rhymes - "Dangerous" (Night Facilities Remix) here. A little something different, but still pretty fresh. [Palmsout]

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Black Dynamite - Movie Trailer

This looks like a movie I would be willing to watch over...and over...and over. I don't think I have been this excited to see a movie since Transformers was rumored to be making a movie. I already have a favorite quote...

"I threw that before I walked into the room..."

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R-Bar Thursdays

Our pals at Fountrack are hosting, along with PUMA and other dope companies, a "BRILLIANT" Thursday night venue at R-BAR. For those that missed the last one, our very own Def DJ, Clearcut, was throwing down a dope mix for all those that attended. Check out the pics below along with the invite. Be sure the check out the Fountrack website to find out the PASSWORD to get in.

R-Bar Invite	DJ Clearcut in the MIX

Someone leave their shoe in the DJ Booth...?
DEF and Friends

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Def Radio - Episode 4

We got a packed house in this segment with special guests Nassir of Foundtracks and Street Fighter 4 Cali Champ, Gootecks... and of course your favorite DJ’s giving you your monthly dose of vitamin DEF!

[DEF RADIO PODCAST]

1)Introduction (Clearcut, Mr. Ho, Eugeneus)
2)DJ Siksens Mix (The Premier!)
3)DJ Siksens Interview
4)SF4 Champ Gootecks Interview
5)Eugeneus Mix (Late 90’s Hip Hop)
6)“Would you Rather” Game with
DJ Siksens, Iceburrg, and Gootecks
7)DJ Clearcut Mix
8)Closing Thoughts

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Pacemaker - Utlimate Mobile DJ Toy

This is one of the Ultimate "Must-Have" DJ toys. SoFreshLA is working on getting their hands on one to bring you an in depth review on this fresh new gadget. Imagine having a device slightly larger than an Ipod that you can DJ a live mix and have audio effects. Not meant to replace a full DJ setup, but you can do a whole lot with it. Our own, DJ Iceburrg has some fresh plans for this device if he can get a hold of one (Hint, hint... to Tonium). Check out the vid to get an idea of what we are talking about. You may catch DJ Iceburrg using one soon... (is that another hint for Tonium??). Thanks to our friends at [StriclySocial] for letting us know about this.

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MURS' answers back

For all the MURS and Living Legends fans, here is a music video with MURS over a Rick Ross beat. Our buddies at Salacious also have a few MURS tracks for you listen to when you are done with this vid. [Salacious Sounds]

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Event - Downtown Los Angeles March 20th

UPCOMING EVENTS:
Friday, March 20th - Autism Benefit presented by Zuno Productions and DEF Defined!

All proceeds will be donated to:

Danny's Farm
3064 1/2 Ridgeview Drive
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 797 FARM (3276)
(626) 798 3855 Fax

www.dannysfarm.com

Minimum donation of $5 at the door, more donations are welcome.
Doors open at 9pm. Casual dress and will be held at:

Oiwakes
122 Japanese Village Plz Mall
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 628-2678
oiwake.com

*Flyer coming soon!

**Come peep out DJ Iceburrg throwing down a set

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DEF RADIO - Episode 2

Thank you all for listening. This week’s segment is a mix of high energy and chill music, enjoy!

DEF RADIO PODCAST

1)Introduction (Clearcut, Mr. Ho, Eugeneus)
2)DJ Iceburrg Mix (Busta Rhymes Mix)
3)DJ Iceburrg Interview
4)Eugeneus Mix (Loungin’ Set)
5)Eugeneus Interview
6)NBA MVP Race?
7)DJ Clearcut Mix
8)DJ Clearcut Interview
9)Closing Thoughts

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Family Guy - Funny Music Vid

I just found this to be quite amusing. I know this doesn't fit typical criteria of what we post here on SoFreshLa, but it is healthy to laugh. If you don't find this to be funny... download a virus on your computer and laugh at that,.. I know I will. Enjoy

Family Guy - Stewie Sexy Party
by nicks2112

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Chemical Brothers - Salmon Dance

I find this to be a funny anthem song. Is it just me, or is there some actual truth to this song and some of the current stuff being released on the radio stream lately? Enjoy this one. The beatbox puffer fish is fresh with the beat yo!

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Work that - Teriyaki Boyz & Pharrell

Kanye West imports some new styles on this one. The Teriyaki Boys blend Japanese and English lyrics into a flow of its own...and it works! Check out the video and let me know what you think.

Teriyaki Boyz Feat Pharrell & Chris Brown - Work That / NEW
by PeteRock

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DJ Iceburrg mix - Smashed 09 Level 1

It is finally here..!! DJ Iceburrg delivers his electro-funky-smoothed out-on a poopoo platter mix ("Kwiky Style"). So check out below to peep the SoFreshLA mix. Don't forget to check out his site here for more info!!

Smashed 09 Level 1 MIX

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Happy New Year

We are working on fixing some issues we had with the site. We should be up and running in a few days. I have a few "oh so fresh" posts locked, loaded, and ready to roll! So check out this funky-dope video from Chords & Timbuktu "Get Fizzy." It takes a sec to build but its FRESH!

CHORDS & TIMBUKTU "GET FIZZY"

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