*Footwork* DJ Premier x Nike Air Force 1

•December 30, 2009 • Leave a Comment

Although DJ Premier isn’t the first name that comes to mind when you think about sneaker afficionados, it’s no surprise that he got the opportunity to get his own “Air Ones”. With Hip Hop legends such as Bobbito & Clark Kent already laying out numerous pairs for public consumption, I’m glad to see one of my favourite producers of all-time get his own pair.

Without Hip Hop, there would be no Nike, no Jordans (sneakers), no Air Forces, no Dunks etc. There is no doubt in my mind that Hip Hop culture is the #1 influence when it comes to popularizing sneakers and launching urban brands. So in hindsight, Nike owes Hip Hop a lot more than a couple sneakers, but let’s not get into that!

Set for a limited release on January 9th 2010, the Nike x DJ Premier Air Force 1 Low is made up of a variety of premium materials, featuring a predominantly black leather base with a hint of Navy Blue and a touch of Orange (tab & stitching)

“DJ” on the left foot and “PREMIER” on the right

 I’m not sure how I feel about the Orange tabs/stitching, but I think it’s a nice subtle touch to an otherwise black shoe.

“PREMIER” on the lacelocks adds to the sneaker, but I’m not really feeling the colour/material used. Partially because I think the word “Premier” has been misused/mispelled a lot, I would’ve preferred they printed “Primo” or one of his other nicknames.

I’ve always been a sucker for clear soles and I’m down with the tiny turntables on the sole as well, I’m glad they represented a huge part of DJ Premier’s life on the sneakers. I think an MPC would’ve been dope also!

“PREMIER” on the reinforced plastic lacetips is a small detail, but it goes a long way.

There is no retail price yet for the sneaker (that I’ve found) but, I’d expect it to be in the $135-165 USD range. I hope these hit Canada at some point, I gotta support the big homie! So far, it is a limited release in the USA, with most House of Hoops locations receiving a shipment.

Shouts to HYPEBEAST for the pics!

*Audio* Royale “From Boo Boo to The Boardroom” Mix

•December 28, 2009 • Leave a Comment

My Brother, DJ ROYALE, has been working diligently in the studio over the past few weeks to prepare a mix of epic proportions. As a tribute to one of the most important rappers & Hip Hop figures of the past decade, Royale has put together a seemless mix of his best work over the past decade +

This is a must listen/download for all 50 Cent fans and for anyone who loves Hip Hop music!

Grand Groove | Sole Purpose | Notaurious Present

“From Boo Boo to The Boardroom”

Download the FULL MIX: DJ ROYALE “From Boo Boo to The Boardroom

Download the Track by Track Version w/ Cover: “From Boo Boo to The Boardroom

Check the original press release & write up by Notaurious:

DJ Royale takes you on musical journey with Sabrina’s Baby Boy, Curtis
Jackson better known as 50 Cent.

It’s been 10 years since 50 jumped on the scene, even with label set
backs and the near death experience. 50 carved his own lane creating
club ready tunes detailing his early years on the streets of Queens
New York, vicious disses towards his many enemies and of course his
love for the opposite sex.

Not only has he dominated the charts, 50 has shown he is much more
than a rapper with many groundbreaking endorsement deals such as his
shoe line with Reebok, clothing line with Ecko and Book deals with
MTV. He has taken the G-Unit stamp and planted it on film, television,
music and the internet ventures. And who could forget his biggest
business venture to date, as one of the original investors in Vitamin
Water, 50 walked away with $100 Million after taxes.

50 Cent continues to excite fans around the world as a global music
and cultural icon. DJ Royale brings together hits, remixes, album cuts
and mixtape classics. Creating a mixtape showcasing what brought Boo
Boo to the Boardroom, clever and witty lyrics over booming beats with
memorable melodic hooks.

*Audio* Big Jacks “Snack Pack”

•December 28, 2009 • Leave a Comment

Fresh off the shelves and straight to your kitchen table, the homie Big Jacks brings you something special for the Holiday Season. This is a truly unique mix of mash-ups & blends that is a must download for music lovers and DJs alike. Check out the original press release below and enjoy!

DJ BIG JACKS PRESENTS : The Snack Pack (Remixes)
http://www.mediafire.com/?ygnwz2konkq

The Snack Pack Sampler Spot (Audio Commercial)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/70028718c354d5b7/
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It’s finally here! This is my first time doing a project like this and i’m excited to share it with you. The Snack Pack includes a variety of random remixes I did for tracks from Beyonce, Biggie, Lil Wayne feat. Kanye, Nas & Luda, Lady Gaga and Buju Banton plus a bonus Janet Jackson remix courtesy of DJ Royale! **All tracks are clean for radio play and come with intros for easier DJ mixing**! Some people call em remixes, or edits or mash-ups (i don’t!), however you choose to label them is fine just as long as you enjoy them. So check it out, let me know what you think and feel free to share with your people! Thanks to Committee Marco on the design

*Event* The Triple Threat | Sat Dec 19 2009

•December 11, 2009 • Leave a Comment

They say that “Good Things Come in 3’s” so the good folks at Sole Purpose decided to put that theory into motion with a night that you won’t soon forget!

Sole Purpose Presents…

- THE TRIPLE THREAT -

Celebrating the BDays of 3 crazy friends:

Raymond as “Porky”
Gilbert as “Captain Destructo”
Danny as “Angel”

Also, a toast to the official launch of:

www.TheTripleThreat.ca

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Music by:

DJ ROYALE | Grand Groove | GrandGrooveDJs.com
BIG PHILLY | Sole Purpose | BigPhilly.ca

Photography by:

Nigel Brown | Bezel Photos | BezelPhotos.com/blog

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Join us as we celebrate the BDays of Raymond, Gilbert & Danny! If you know any of these 3 guys, you know that the drinks will be flowing non-stop and the music will be incredible! Expect the venue to be packed with tons of friends, fam & familiar faces!

Also, we will be doing it up real big in support of my comrades over at “TheTripleThreat.ca”

Officially launching in December, 2009 – The Triple Threat will begin offering products that suit the needs of all sneakerheads, aficionados and tastemakers alike. Carrying such brands as Clae, Crooks & Castles, Supra, Nike, 10 Deep & Trivmvir; be sure to support a homegrown team that promises to do big things, starting right in your own backyard.

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TOTA LOUNGE
592 Queen St W (at Bathurst)
Toronto

$5 Heineken & $4 Rail Drinks til 11:30pm

Hip Hop | R&B | Reggae | House (and something special for Danny)
19+ID | Style Code | $5 before 12am
Limited Capacity (Arrive early)

Info: SolePurpose@Ymail.com | www.BigPhilly.ca

Facebook Event: THE TRIPLE THREAT

*Video* Clipse feat. Cam’Ron & Pharrell “Popular Demand”

•December 8, 2009 • Leave a Comment

Clipse feat. Cam’Ron & Pharrell Williams

“Popular Demand (Popeyes)”

Facts:

Produced by The Neptunes.

Featuring Cam.

Filmed in Brooklyn, NY (in front of “Obama Fried Chicken”)

Album: Til The Casket Drops (in stores today)

This is my ringtone.

EPIC.

*Event* Rhyme N Wine | Fri Dec 4 2009

•November 26, 2009 • Leave a Comment

Friday December 4th 2009

I am proud to be a part of a great party which will combine the worlds of Hip Hop/R&B with Reggae/Soca in an incredible party called “RHYME N WINE”

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Real Good & Marxman Ent Present

RHYME N WINE

Surreal Sound | Hip Hop Love

Marxman | Soca or Die

Agile | Main Ingredient

Soca Sweetness | Phat Affair

Hosted by Big Philly of Sole Purpose

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PREMIUM RHYTHM BAR (173 Eglinton Ave at Mt. Pleasant)

$10 before Midnight | 19+ID | Style Code

$5 before 11pm with RSVP to
Marxman@rogers.blackberry.net or DeejaySurrealSound@Gmail.com

Facebook Event: RHYME N WINE

R.I.P Kevin “Squingy” Bennett

•November 24, 2009 • Leave a Comment

Early Tuesday morning, the reggae world lost one it’s most charismatic and exciting selectors: Kevin “Squingy” Bennett of “Bass Odyssey”

Squingy has been battling an undisclosed terminal sickness for the past year or so and unfortunately, he succumb to his illness in a Tampa, Florida hospital yesterday morning.

He will be sorely missed by his family, friends, fans and fellow soundsmen…

I will be dedicating the remainder of my 2009 parties as an MC to “Squingy”, including “One Remarkable Year” on Friday November 27th @ Woo Lounge, “Rhyme & Wine” on Friday December 4th @ Premium Rhythm Bar and “The Triple Threat” on Saturday December 19th @ Tota Lounge.

If you have never seen or heard Mr. Bennett “talk de tings dem”, then I suggest you do your research asap, as he was one of the most incredible and vibrant selectors of all time.

R.I.P. Squingy…

*Event* One Remarkable Year

•November 19, 2009 • Leave a Comment

Come join me as I help celebrate “ONE REMARKABLE YEAR” with one of the most exciting teams to hit the Toronto scene in a minute: reFRESH!

Consisting of DJ J-Class, Kid Swift, Noso, Vic, Ed & Warren, this tight knit group of East Enders has quietly built a name for themselves and have (in one short year) already worked with some of the most prominent names in the Toronto party scene.

Friday November 27th 2009

“ONE REMARKABLE YEAR”

Music | DJ J-Class x Mensa x Kid Swift

Host | Big Philly

WOO LOUNGE | 10 Dundas St (at Yonge St)

Toronto, ON

19+ID | $10 Glist | $15

Facebook event: One Remarkable Year

*Pics* RAISE IT UP: A Ketsana/Ondoy Fundraiser

•November 12, 2009 • Leave a Comment

RAISE IT UP

THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN TO EVERYONE WHO HELPED MAKE “RAISE IT UP” A HUGE SUCCESS!

The proof is in the pudding! Well, I don’t know about pudding, but it’s definitely up on Facebook!

Raise It Up: Pics

Add me! Facebook.com/SolePurpose

*Audio* Drake feat. Big Philly, Kardinal Offishall & Eminem

•November 7, 2009 • Leave a Comment

Forever (Big Philly - Artwork)

I’m not sure why I didn’t post this up when it was ready 2 weeks ago, but oh well.. It’s a little something I laid down in the studio in October, sorry for the quality of the instrumental, but I don’t think anyone has a high quality version (except Boi-1da)

Anyway, this is my “Toronto + Em” mix which features Kardinal’s verse from his track (which was recorded a yr or so ago), Eminem, a verse from Me & Drake’s original vocals.

Shouts to Magomus Sounds for the great work on the recording/mixing, especially with the quality of the instrumental and big up to Committee Design for the graphic.

Drake feat. Big Philly, Kardinal Offishall & Eminem “Forever” (Toronto + Em Mix)

DJs, I have a clean 8 bar edit, so please hit me up!