Sunday, August 29, 2010
Just in case y'all thought I forgot: Happy Birthday, Michael Jackson!
Still the G.O.A.T.
Download the free limited edition Spike Lee x J. Period tribute mixtape Man or the Music (40 Acres Edition), an 80-minute collection of Michael Jackson classics, rare demo tracks, remixes, and behind-the-scenes interview clips HERE. [direct zip file download]
[J. Period via Rap-Up.com]
Labels: J. Period, Michael Jackson, mixtapes
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Music Video: J.Period & Ralph McDaniels Present Notorious B.I.G. - Juicy (March 9 Video Remix)
“It was all a dream....” Next up in J.Period & Ralph McDaniels' March 9: Video Remix Collection is an update of Notorious B.I.G.’s classic anthem, "Juicy,” remixed with Kanye’s “Flashing Lights”, another peek at the possibilities if B.I.G. were still alive. “Juicy (March 9 Video Remix)” is the latest installment in J.Period & “Uncle" Ralph's multimedia "mixtape" in honor of the 13th Anniversary of B.I.G.’s untimely passing. Enjoy additional March 9: Video Remixes" by clicking HERE and look out for the complete collection on May 21, 2010, what would have been Christopher Wallace’s 38th birthday.
Labels: J. Period, Notorious B.I.G., Ralph McDaniels
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
J.Period & Ralph McDaniels Present... The Notorious B.I.G. - One More Chance (March 9 Video Remix)
"J.Period & “Uncle” Ralph McDaniels present the third installment of their forthcoming “March 9: Video Remix Collection”, a multimedia “mixtape” in honor of the 13th Anniversary of B.I.G.’s untimely passing. Episode #3, "One More Chance (March 9 Video Remix),” pays tribute with a re-imagining so true to the spirit of B.I.G.’s original, it is almost eerie... like a newly discovered relic of a bygone era."
Labels: J. Period, Notorious B.I.G., Ralph McDaniels
Thursday, March 11, 2010
J.Period & Ralph McDaniels feat. The Notorious B.I.G. - Hypnotize (March 9 Video Remix)
"J.Period & “Uncle” Ralph McDaniels (Video Music Box, The Bridge) present the second installment of the "March 9: Video Remix Collection"—a collection of exclusive B.I.G. remixes set to classic videos, in honor of the 13th Anniversary of B.I.G.’s untimely passing. "Hypnotize (March 9 Video Remix)” combines another classic B.I.G. flow with a selection of old school club anthems guaranteed to set the party off... The result is timeless B.I.G. flavor. Tune into jperiod.com/march9 for more "March 9: Video Remixes" coming soon!"
Labels: J. Period, Notorious B.I.G., Ralph McDaniels
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
J. Period & Ralph McDaniels feat. The Notorious B.I.G. - Flava in Ya Ear (March 9 Video Remix)
"J.Period & “Uncle” Ralph McDaniels (Video Music Box, The Bridge) bring Biggie back to life with the March 9: Video Remix Collection, a collection of exclusive B.I.G. remixes set to classic videos, in honor of the 13th Anniversary of B.I.G.’s untimely passing. “Flava in Ya Ear (March 9 Video Remix)” marks the first release, a club-shattering blend of old and new that begs the question: where would hip hop be if B.I.G. were still alive!? Tune into jperiod.com/march9 to view more March 9: Video Remixes coming soon...."
[via Miss Info]
Labels: J. Period, Notorious B.I.G., Ralph McDaniels
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
J. Period & Nneka - The Madness (Onye-Ala) mixtape
This also dropped on Dec. 15:
"The Madness (Onye-Ala) includes exclusive new tracks from M-1 (Dead Prez), Jay Electronica, Zumbi (Zion I), Rakaa (Dilated Peoples), Aceyalone (Freestyle Fellowship), General Steele (Boot Camp Clik) & Talib Kweli."
Download the J. Period & Nneka mixtape, The Madness (Onye-Ala) HERE. [direct zip file]
My fellow Connoisseur of Culture, Stone from The Couch Sessions put me up on this chica well before the buzz on this mixtape began plus J. Period makes great mixtapes so I'm curious to check this out but I'm way behind on my music....
Online:
Nneka | J. Period
Labels: Afrobeat/World Music, J. Period, mixtapes
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
J.Period & K'naan - The Messengers (Episode 1: Fela Kuti)
Here's the plug:
"J. Period & K'NAAN are pleased to present the first installment of "The Messengers," a tribute to Fela Kuti, Bob Marley & Bob Dylan. Episode #1 pays tribute to Fela Anikulapo Kuti, Nigeria's eminent musical activist and arguably the most influential artist to emerge from Africa this century. Fela grew to international fame with his revolutionary, political views and innovative "Afrobeat," a musical genre he invented that combined soul, funk and African rhythms. Join J.Period K'NAAN as they pay tribute to Fela by remixing and reinventing his classic work on part 1 of "The Messengers." Guest MC's include: Zumbi (Zion I) & Bajah (Dry Eye Crew) from Sierra Leone."
Download The Messengers (Episode 1: Fela Kuti) here: direct zip file | zshare. [via J. Period]
Previously:
J. Period and K’naan – The Messengers EP, tribute to Fela Kuti, Bob Marley & Bob Dylan on The Kitchen here.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
J. Period and K’naan – The Messengers EP, tribute to Fela Kuti, Bob Marley & Bob Dylan
This should be fiya. K'naan is a talented dude and J. Period makes really good mixtapes.
Download it here. [zshare via Grand Good]
Monday, February 16, 2009
New mixtape: J. Period x Q-Tip - The (Abstract) Best, Vol. 1
Featuring exclusive new tracks from De La Soul, Busta Rhymes, ?uestlove, Black Thought, Talib Kweli, Pharoahe Monch, Consequence, Zion I, Skillz, Black Sheep, Kid Cudi and Blu -- all paying tribute to The Abstract (Q-tip)'s legacy.
Download it here: Rapidshare zip file link | zshare
Preview it here:
Download Mixtape Provided by DatPiff.com
And go to J. Period's website for info on special edition versions being planned for the retail release of this project.
Labels: A Tribe Called Quest, J. Period, Q-Tip
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Q-Tip - The Renaissance IN STORES TODAY!
In store apperance by The Abstract happening at Fat Beats in NYC RIGHT NOW!
Bonus:
J. Period x Q-tip - "Q-tip for President" [direct mp3 link, Right Click and Save As]
Online:
Q-tip - website | MySpace
Shakir Stewart, R.I.P.
Labels: A Tribe Called Quest, Eric B and Rakim, J. Period, Q-Tip
