Monday, March 21, 2011
R.I.P. Logik... A very dark day for DSE...
Sunday March 20, 2011, we lost one of our own... Our friend Eric Stafford, aka Ill Logik aka Jazzscapes, was shot down by police in Fitchburg, Ma. as they responded to an incident reported at his home... Eric was 21 years old, and he leaves behind his sweetheart Theresa and their two beautiful twin baby girls... Logik was a highly talented emcee and beatsmith, known for his love of old jazz, and his gritty sound... as well as bein' a badass artist, Eric was our friend... though haunted by demons we didn't fully understand, he was always motivated and inspired by his family... Eric will be missed and remembered... our prayers go out to Theresa and the girls, and to the rest of his family, and we offer our support and condolences... Eric, I'm sorry it came to this and I'm sorry it had to be so soon... you had a bright future, and I'm sorry that your dark past couldn't be outshined by your promise and potential... I pray that now you'll find peace, and the answers you never found here with us... we will miss you, brother... rest in peace...
Thursday, March 10, 2011
COMING SOON!!! New music from Big Keeby Swaggz
Due this Summer, Keeb's first "solo" mixtape is guaranteed to be HOT!!! To commemorate his 32nd birthday in July, Keeb is dropping a two-volume, 32-track set entitled Make A Scene... With guest features, naturally, from the D.O.P.E. family, Make A Scene promises to keep the Summer sizzlin'!!!
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
THANKS!!!
Just wanna take a minute to give a huge THANK YOU to everyone who has shown us support with our latest music... We have fun makin' it, but the most joy comes from those who appreciate it!!! We're all hard at work on our next projects, with mixtapes on the horizon from myself, Lear, Jim D, and a new album from Sha... 2011 is young but promises to bring A LOT of D.O.P.E. music to our listeners!!!
Keeb
Keeb
Friday, February 4, 2011
Monday, January 31, 2011
FREE MIXTAPE!!! Kingpins Of D.O.P.E.
Finally, after months of hard work and dedication by the D.O.P.E. Spot team, we bring to you the Kingpins Of D.O.P.E. mixtape!!! With fourteen previously unreleased tracks, there's sure to be somethin' for everybody... Featuring the talents of several of today's sickest hip hop artists, Kingpins Of D.O.P.E. is sure to seat itself firmly at the top of your playlist... Artists include myself, Lear, Young Sha, Jim D, Checka Fred, Frank P, Paradox, Doc T, T-Roy, Sal V, Point Game, and Salvdor... Many thanks to Lear for his hard work mixin' the project, and thanks go out to all the artists who threw down for the cause... Download now and treat your ears to that sweet nectar of the hip hop gods!!!
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Current Events...
Been a while... But while the blog has been quiet, the same can't be said for the team... So here's a little update on what's crackin'...
Makin' the most noise is, by far, our man Sha... after completing his debut album, Sha's been on his grind full time... with a few shows under his belt and a handful of radio spots, Sha's startin' to see the fruits of his labor... a dedicated manager, who also happens to be his adoring love interest, Miss Jequetta Hampton, is by his side 'round the clock to help guide his career and inspire his music... now workin' on both a mixtape and a second album simultaneously, while also helpin' to spearhead GrittyLyf South, there is surely no slowin' down or stoppin' Young Sha...
As always, Lear is still busy wearin' out pencils and notepads and shinin' on tracks... his latest efforts have included work with a close group of his Columbus, GA fam with whom he will be releasin' a mixtape in the near future... an eclectic combination of talent, he's likened their style to an updated Digable Planets... with positive buzz surroundin' their first few tracks, there's no doubt their mixtape will be well received... never one to sit still though, Lear has kept busy in between workin' with his group by featurin' on every track available, as well as continuing to focus his efforts on our upcoming mixtape K.O.'D.: Kingpins Of D.O.P.E., due later this Summer...
Yours truly, Big Keeb, has been the least productive member of the family... while continuing to put the latest "finishing" touches on Brick Oven Studios, several roadblocks have been encountered... unfortunately the music has been back-burnered while technical issues have taken center stage... that's not to say that I've been totally M.I.A., as I did manage to finish up the last few tracks on K.O.'D. before all Hell broke loose in the studio... other collaborative opportunities, however, have had to take a place in line while priorities have been rearranged... I've also been workin' with a local emcee that shows potential, but is a bit raw... hopefully this provides me the chance to hone my skills as a producer, and eventually a manager and promoter...
Logik has been hard at work developing a new style and sound to add to his already impressive repertoire... an adventure into trip-hop has him fully occupied, and we wait anxiously to hear his latest creations...
L.T. continues to impress, with his first mixtape havin' dropped recently... reviews have been thoroughly positive, and point to a promising future for our boy Wordz... while he continues to proudly serve our country in the military, his passion clearly lies in hip hop...
Jim D. continues his growth at Full Sail University, while also throwin' down a track or two here and there...
Checka Fred recently was crowned champion of an online battle league he participated in, no small feat in the 16-week season... he mowed down competitors left and right and asserted his punchline dominance... he's been on his creative grind lately, writin' and recordin' regularly...
Paradox is entering his second season as a radio host for Radio Monash, in Australia... he's taken quite naturally to the airwaves, and has used the experience to further his professional networking... he's maintained consultation with several sources, helping him to further define and refine his unique style...
Aside from those listed, the rest of the fam has been fairly quiet... as with every artistic expression, this isn't uncommon... inspiration can come and go, and the rigors of daily life can get in the way of production... but, never worry, D.O.P.E. lives and breathes hip hop, and it's only a matter of time before the music takes over again...
Makin' the most noise is, by far, our man Sha... after completing his debut album, Sha's been on his grind full time... with a few shows under his belt and a handful of radio spots, Sha's startin' to see the fruits of his labor... a dedicated manager, who also happens to be his adoring love interest, Miss Jequetta Hampton, is by his side 'round the clock to help guide his career and inspire his music... now workin' on both a mixtape and a second album simultaneously, while also helpin' to spearhead GrittyLyf South, there is surely no slowin' down or stoppin' Young Sha...
As always, Lear is still busy wearin' out pencils and notepads and shinin' on tracks... his latest efforts have included work with a close group of his Columbus, GA fam with whom he will be releasin' a mixtape in the near future... an eclectic combination of talent, he's likened their style to an updated Digable Planets... with positive buzz surroundin' their first few tracks, there's no doubt their mixtape will be well received... never one to sit still though, Lear has kept busy in between workin' with his group by featurin' on every track available, as well as continuing to focus his efforts on our upcoming mixtape K.O.'D.: Kingpins Of D.O.P.E., due later this Summer...
Yours truly, Big Keeb, has been the least productive member of the family... while continuing to put the latest "finishing" touches on Brick Oven Studios, several roadblocks have been encountered... unfortunately the music has been back-burnered while technical issues have taken center stage... that's not to say that I've been totally M.I.A., as I did manage to finish up the last few tracks on K.O.'D. before all Hell broke loose in the studio... other collaborative opportunities, however, have had to take a place in line while priorities have been rearranged... I've also been workin' with a local emcee that shows potential, but is a bit raw... hopefully this provides me the chance to hone my skills as a producer, and eventually a manager and promoter...
Logik has been hard at work developing a new style and sound to add to his already impressive repertoire... an adventure into trip-hop has him fully occupied, and we wait anxiously to hear his latest creations...
L.T. continues to impress, with his first mixtape havin' dropped recently... reviews have been thoroughly positive, and point to a promising future for our boy Wordz... while he continues to proudly serve our country in the military, his passion clearly lies in hip hop...
Jim D. continues his growth at Full Sail University, while also throwin' down a track or two here and there...
Checka Fred recently was crowned champion of an online battle league he participated in, no small feat in the 16-week season... he mowed down competitors left and right and asserted his punchline dominance... he's been on his creative grind lately, writin' and recordin' regularly...
Paradox is entering his second season as a radio host for Radio Monash, in Australia... he's taken quite naturally to the airwaves, and has used the experience to further his professional networking... he's maintained consultation with several sources, helping him to further define and refine his unique style...
Aside from those listed, the rest of the fam has been fairly quiet... as with every artistic expression, this isn't uncommon... inspiration can come and go, and the rigors of daily life can get in the way of production... but, never worry, D.O.P.E. lives and breathes hip hop, and it's only a matter of time before the music takes over again...
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Allow me to introduce: 2
They say the south shall rise again, and with this ambitious young man carrying the flag, that day will be coming soon. Brandon Johnson, aka Sha'Phan, aka Young Sha, is Co-Chairman of the Board of D.O.P.E. Spot Entertainment. Raw talent, relentless dedication, and artistic depth characterize the third head of D.O.P.E.'s "holy trinity". With a trademark southern "loud and proud" delivery and presence on the mic, as well as a hypnotic flow, Sha can tear up a track like many of his peers could only hope to. He can shift lanes effortlessly between trunk-poundin' southern bangers, chilled-out hip hop to vibe to, and heavier tracks with deep and purposeful lyrics. Already starting to take flight as a performer, Sha is currently booking shows all over Georgia and surrounding states. His music is being played in clubs and local radio stations throughout the region, and before long there will be few who don't recognize this top-notch emcee. His heart is immeasurable, his grind and hustle is contagious, and his future is very bright. Young Sha... remember the name.
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