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Creddit x Kermit The Frog x 2Pac
Enjoy this nostalgic remix "Kermit's Home For Retired G's" done by Toronto producer, Creddit.
This fella ain't no atranger to the Pocket. We love him for his innovative remixes and delicately chopped samples. Listen to this track on SoundCloud.
#RIP2PAC.
See a new side of SeT in this romantic video "Until Then" feat. Haviah Mighty Produced by LEF7Y.
Jazz Cartier Drops Horrifyingly-Good Song "Set Fire"
"Set Fire" is an eerie, avant-garde, and mysterious music video giving us a glimpse into the mind of Jazz Cartier. It's been a minute since this Get Home Safe affiliate put out a track but clearly he has been working under raps. Last night, Jazz unexpectedly dropped "Set Fire" on his Facebook page and the internet is lit. Keep your eyes and ears open for more music from this innovative rapper from Toronto.
Peep high Society's new video 'Fallin' Produced by Benzel and Cashmere Cat featuring 40's, Blunts and Pizza. Mmm...
FLAMES, BOMBS, EXPLOSIONS!!!! This track is dangerous. Fast raps, quick attacks, and overall an insane delivery. We in the Pocket has seen a huge improvement from Smooth over the past few months. Keep him on your radar. #45ENT
Jake Bluez Drops New Single!
'If You Know Me' by Jake Bluez Ft. Sasha Go Hard is a highly anticipated release of the summer. Produced by one of T-dot's very best, this is one of many BeatBusta hits off the upcoming project "Jakes On A Plane 2: First Class Treatment"
So let me start this off by saying there's a huge difference between "Toronto Music" and "Quality Toronto Music". The artists who raise above the status quo, and live and breathe art- are the artists we promote.
Meet someone who fits that mold. Toronto's Glitter Trap Princess Kira Ilona. This Scarborough-born, Hungarian and Scottish-raised powerhouse lays down some sultry vocals over a trip-hop beat infused with electric guitar in her new track 'Red Cups (PeopleAreWatching)'...
Keysha Fresh - Vanity
Toronto fem-cee Keysha Fresh is back with a fresher flow, doper beats and more confidence than ever with the release of her new mixtape 'Vanity'.
"Im not a Vain person at all, but if I were to be, this would be it. I say a lot of things that I was either afraid to before or things I just didn't think people wanted to hear"
- Keysha
MYNIAKAL & A LA $OUL (PRO ERA) Rap Over a Smooth and Sexy Sade Sample
This won't be the first time Toronto rapper Myniakal hooked up with a member of the Beast Coast Collective. After releasing a track with Issa Gold of the Underacheivers, Myniakal is back with A La $oul for this moody track about the struggles of the rap game.
Jay Kay Releases The First Track Off His Upcoming Instrumental Album
This talented producer has been hiding in the shadows for a bit. No longer a diamond in the rough, Jay Kay has spent a substantial amount of time perfecting his craft. Check out his first release 'Simply' off of his untitled instrumental album coming soon.
Stay in the pocket with Jay Kay on Facebook.
JIMMY B - ONE WHISKEY
Jimmy B has been dishing out videos like a conveyor belt. Heartfelt and nostalgic, 'One Whiskey' is an ode to the ones who raised him. The video has vintage footage of Jimmy as a yute in Toronto layered with touching rhymes about his Mother and Grandmother. You can tell he put his all into this. Honest music. That's wassup.
weinthepocket.com x MAD DECENT BLOCK PARTY 2014 - TORONTO
Yup. You guessed it. We in the Pocket will be receiving media passes to the summer event of the year ,"MAD DECENT BLOCK PARTY 2014." We will be sending out excusive updates, releasing interviews and photos prior to the show. If you're a concert photographer/videographer that would like to be apart of this project, send your work to info@weinthepocket.com!
You do NOT want to miss this.
Buy Tickets Here
If New York's hip-hop legend Pete Rock wants to work with two of Toronto's hottest rappers - you know there's a reason to pay attention!
Rich Kidd and Raz Fresco headed south of the border w/ CBC to produce an online series titled: Rock the Mic Sessions where they recorded a live version of Pete Rock and CL Smooth's classic song, "They Reminisce Over You."
Pete discusses the memories attached to the song and what it means to him and anyone else who has lost a loved one.
Click and watch this moment that will go down in history!
This track is the single off of SeT’s AuRA project expected to come out in June. Keep your eyes and ears open for this fast-spitting EmCee.
Eerie, Hype Track Released By Innovative Producer, Tay Lewis
"Club Autorizzare" is a magical combonation of hi-hats, snares and twisted vocals bent and bruised in all the right ways by beat-maker Tay Lewis. Listening to this strange- yet addictive beat, we found ourselves picturing strange visuals for this track. An odd scene involving krump clowns, exploding cars and naked molerats: Chaos.
LP Review: Just John - Fast Metaborhythm
The day is finally here, FAST METABORHYTHM, the debut LP from Toronto emcee, Just John has released. After being launched at a packed listening party, the album not only moved the crowd it also introduced a whole new sound coming from the city. The LP shows how conceptual John is and how the 20-year old artist can make music to a variety of production. With much anticipation for the project throughout the year, Toronto rapper, Just John is proud to present to you his debut LP, Fast Metaborhythm. The work spans across 15 tracks, noting featured assistance from artist like Kira Ilona and RMNGNT, the record serves to be a very colorful display.
Seductive horns, lax beats.
Our boy Benj. just dropped this super chillin track "Stew" that will make you wish Soundcloud had a replay button. This is a vv rare occurrence where a groovy RnB singer is just as slick as a rapper.
We in the Pocket LOVES this ALL TORONTO MIXTAPE BY DJ SPOONZ
"SALEM" by Flex The Antihero Is A Must Have
Flex The Antihero has released his first digital full-length album, "SALEM". The professional quality of the album reflects the professional quality of this emcee.
This album has appearances from rappers suchs as; Emerson Brooks, Sha Prince and Dillan Ponders. DOWNLOAD NOW!
This. Track. Is. FIRE. Check out the visuals for "Stop It" by Fortunato!
Vibes.
Wasn't sure if we should put this in the hip-hop or jazz column. O.Zee uses a Curtis Mayfield sample on "Pusherman" to create a perfect combination of the two.
Gorgeous visuals to accompany their new single "Blinded" .
Just John let's loose a 50's inspired visual to represent the theme of his upcoming full length project, "Fast Metaborhythm", dropping March 14th. Directed by DIRECTOR [FRO].
We in the pocket had an early listen to the instrumental of this track in post-production and wondered who would step up to the plate and rap over this dreamy, surreal beat and turn it into a banger. Smashmotuh's Jimmy B, was that dude.
Solid cover art, hot beats, and a killer flow. This young Toronto word-smith is on the come-up but raps as if he's already at the top. Raheem's 16-track album Dying to Live Forever features wicked producers such as Luxury, Axxxxgxxx, David Greene and one of our favorites, Mr. Carmack.
This 12-track album includes appearances from Brandon Dramatic, DJ Grouch, Enuma, Joe Budden and Raz Fresco!
Download this mixtape, join the flight kick back and get sky-high. Mr. Jake Bluez will be your pilot for this evening..
Check out Smooth's EP where he raps about females, rails and betrayals. Leave your emotions at the door.
Every now and then, you come across an exceptional artist with only a few likes on thier page and just a couple followers on Twitter. Being the music hunters that we are, we listen to everything that is sent our way and are not easily swayed by boastful social media buffs, or artists with fake YouTube view counts.
We respect those who execute their craft with a passion that can not ony be seen but heard. Those who strive to accentuate thier individuality and not just follow a particular wave.
TEMPORAL NONSENSE By Sly Why!
THE ILLEST JAZZ/HiP-HoP MUSICIANS IN TORONTO.
Watch the fuck out! Sly Why is destroying everything and everyone in the best way possible. These unsuspecting musical connoisseurs have taken progressive jazz + hip-hop to a whole new level with this innovative piece of art - Temporal Nonsense
Victor Xu - Vocals, Keys, Sampling, Composition
Cam Fraser - Bass
Austin Hargreaves - Drums
Connor 'Big Khan' Chan - Ad libs
Get the album.
Birds of Bellwoods x We in the Pocket Interview!
Stevie, Adrian, Kintaro and Chris are the four equal parts that make up Toronto Folk band, Birds of Bellwoods. Each member of this talented flock contributes to both the song-writing and production aspects of the music they make. This collective framework is one of the many reasons that we see bright lights in their future as a band. Not only are they creative, but they are multi-talented too! Rich, raspy harmonies combined with intricate strum patterns, beautiful strings all layered with heartfelt lyrics make for some good 'ol feel good music that even your Mama will enjoy.
Check out the awesome sci-fi visuals for 'Runaways', a fantastic new single by Illitry.
Little Ghost a young, innovative Toronto producer with an especially unique sound just creeped onto the scene.
Flowers, an electronic-chill wave instrumental is about, "a guy falling in love with his best friend & everyone saying you can win her over by bringing her flowers, it'll say everything that has to be said. Him pondering and over thinking the thought."
Marlon James Gets Funky With 'Wonder Why' Electro-Soul Release
Downtown producer Marlon James is exploring within his sound. This producer, previously known for laid-back hip-hop beats is taking his music in a new direction with this funky dance track 'Wonder Why'.
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French born, Canadian raised, Scott Brown of Toronto is a DJ turned producer. His appreciation for authentic funk, RnB, and Disco records, have shaped his music into what it is today.
Listen to his groovy, psychadelic tune "Milk Runner". The eerie intro, funky bass lines and ambient sounds compliment this laid-back track.
He's back...
Toronto's beautiful singer/songwriter Justin Nozuka has made a comeback with the release of his new album "Ulysses". In this video taken by a bystander, you can still hear the rich quality in his voice. Justin is a hypnotist and you should let him work his magic on you at his live show in Toronto at the Virgin Mobile Mod Club on May 6th.
Toronto native and multi-faceted prodcuer - The Kount delivers fresh experimental beats and remixes. Give him a gander!
Jesse Gold Releases "Back to Tomorrow", Tomorrow!
If you liked his Come Along EP, you're going to LOVE this album... Check out the deets here.
"On July 10th we spent the day at DNA Recording Facility tracking our song TOPH. Our intention behind this video is to invite our fan base into our lives and the recording studio for a laid back look at POLARITY. Thank you as always for your continued support with our band."
“Follow Me" is a deceptively danceable track that features warm lead vocals moving through a sort of refined tribal groove that might appeal to tastes somewhere between Alt-J, Chvrches, and even Volcano Choir.
You won't fully appreciate Sly Why's genius until you have seen them perform live. Keep this band on your radar and don't miss out.
So much talent just oozing out of thier soundcloud page you can't deny the pure, raw talent this band has. Hailing right from Toronto's core: Meet, Birds of Bellwoods. Our very own Mumford and Sons.
