The "UnderGroundz Highlighted Heat" Blog is dedicated to illuminating Unsigned Talent within the Underground Music Circuit. You will find individual profiles of each Highlighted Heat Artist that will consist of snippets from Bios, Music Links and You Tube Videos. I will also post My Favorite Videos, New & Old, along with Hot Topic Posts about the current waves in our entertainment world. Enjoy reading My Blog posts and Leave a comment. Thank you for stopping by! Ms.Chyna BlaQ
(I bet you thought it would be pics of hot females huh???)
The Sexiest Men in Hip Hop
These men are not listed in any particular order and believe it or not...I struggled to make this list.
First up to Bat is Mr. Kanye West he has an emotional, cocky, unstable type of Sexy. Very easy on the eye, just don't open your mouth sexy.
Drake has a strange sexy to him, sometimes its there, sometimes its not. In this pic he is very sexy.
Next is Nelly he is Very very SExy, much like his girl Ashanti, they are in despite need of another hit.
Trey Songz is a sexy young man. Trey has an adolescent face with a Grown Man Body. Nice.
Lastly we have the King of Hip Hop Sexy!! Timeless in his own way despite the rumors of nip and tuck on face... LL Cool J has a mature just don't take the hat off Sexy!!
There you have it, my list of Hip Hop Hunnies. Did I miss anybody??? UnderGroundz Highlighted Heat
It's hard to believe, but today marks the Ten year anniversary of the Beautiful R&B Singer's death. Ten years ago today Aaliyah died in a horrible plane crash in the Bahamas. Aaliyah and her team had just completed her "Rock the Boat" video and were headed back to the states, when their two engine plane crashed shortly after take off.
Aaliyah stood out from many with her unique style, breath taking beauty and undeniable talent. The R&B Singer was about to dominant the music scene with her constant flow of hits like, "Back & Forth," "Age Ain't Nothin' But a Number," "Are You That Somebody" and "We Need A Resolution". Aaliyah's career was not limited to music alone, she modeled and worked on her own film "Queen of the Damned".
I remember hearing the news of Aaliyah's death and couldn't believe my ears. I remember the tears, the songs and many t-shirts with her face spray painted on them. She was very talented and beautiful, she had so much more to give the world through her music. Aaliyah's musical legacy has left us with many beautiful memories. Rest in Peace Aaliyah Dana Haughton! You will always be remembered.
"Born and raised in Bronx, Lavon Collins, professionally known as "L.C.", developed his love for music at an early age. L.C.'s parents encouraged his natural talents by gifting him with a keyboard on his 12th birthday, which is when the true musician in him started to surface. L.C.'s passion helped him to stay off the streets, unlike many of his peers, and to remain focused in order to make his dreams of becoming a notable hip-hop artist a reality. Through his music, L.C. hopes to influence people in a positive way as his lyrics were written to inspire and encourage others.
After opening for such artists as Full Force, Rob Base, Bell Biv DeVoe (BBD), Nina Sky, as well as sharing the stage with his icon, Rakim, L.C has proven that his presence on the stage will be a mainstay for years to come. L.C has also tapped into the modeling realm for T.I.'s "Akoo" clothing line on BET's Rip The Runway.
L.C achieved great success last year with his 2010 release of his #4 Billboard charting single "Don't Trip," which featured R&B sensation, Donell Jones. L.C. is committed to changing the game and taking it to the next level with the March 29, 2011 release of his New Single entitled "BLOCK BOY" and the re-release of his Billboard top ten charting hit, "Don't Trip." This double single release displays the different sides of L.C, which is sure to capture the male and female audience alike."- Bio
Nick Ashford from R&B Duet Ashford & Simpson, died Monday of throat cancer. The Songwriter/Singer is well known for his musical contributions that can be stemmed from the early 1960's. Ashford & Simpson took the early 70's and 80's by storm with hits like, Found a Cure, Street Corner, and Solid! These songs are forever etched in our memories as timeless classic music. Nick Ashford will be remembered as a great artist and for his magnificent contribution to the world of music. Rest In Peace.
Beyonce sells out her next week's concert at the Roseland Ballroom in 22 seconds!!! The Star Diva is set to perform her new album at the Roseland Ballroom located in the heart of NYC on August. 14,16,18 &19. Experience "4 intimate nights with Beyonce". Just think, ticket holders will be close enough to see her sweat and smell her perfume!! Did you get your ticket yet??
According to our good friends from TMZ, Katherine Jackson is trying to put together a huge tribute concert for the late Michael Jackson! Jay-Z, Kanye West, Cee Lo Green, Justin Bieber and other talented A list music artists have received the invitation pictured above, requesting them to perform their favorite MJ song/s. Katherine Jackson promises "first class travel accommodations" for each star that performs. The concert is set for October.8th and its sure to Rock our World!!
Kanye West is notorious for exercising his right to free speech. Remember his most famous out bursts?! "George Bush doesn't care about Black People!" Yes, that was it. Now there are plenty more to add to the list! In a recent performance in England, Kanye compares himself to Adolf Hitler and Michael Jordan?!
"I walk through the hotel and I walk down the street, and people look at me like I'm f**king insane...like I'm Hitler". He goes on to say..."Michael Jordan changed so much in basketball, he took his power to make a difference. It's so much f**king going on in music right now and somebody has to make a f**king difference."
Those are some incredible comparisons Hun! Next time, try Clark Kent with your Super Human A@@!! Lmao! You gotta love Kanye West! A musical genius and he knows this man!!
OutKast member, Big Boi, was arrested in Miami for Drug Possession!! Inside sources tell us, as Big Boi exited his cruise ship, border patrol dogs sniffed the goods in his bags!! According to the Miami-Dade County Correction, Big Boi whose real name is Antwan Patton, was charged with three counts of possession of a controlled substance and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia.
What exactly did Big Boi have in those bags??? Well Big Boi had some Ecstasy, some MDMA Powder (??) and some Viagra too!! He was held on 16,000 bond but quickly released the very same day.
"Doc Strange is the stuff that legends are made of. Hailing from StrangeVille, Old York City. I'm famish and thirsty. A die hard word smith that eats ,sleeps and breathes music. I'm an arts leviathan and I'm always looking to sharpen my sword. For example - this is something I wrote - " I was going for minute/ ..ya could hate it I'm back/ .. Nas lied hip hop is not dead/ It was taking a nap"
How does Doc Strange differ from other artists from NY?
"First of all, I'm not from New York. I'm from Old York, meaning that I'm a cut from the originality. I don't follow the trends on what is so called popular and for the most part most NY rappers are not creative."
Check Out Doc Strange and Tell me what you think! Is he bringing the heat???
Lil' Kim and Floyd Mayweather are looking more and more like a couple these days. The two have been spotted just about everywhere looking really cozy. Well if the rumors are true, the knock out combo are a Great Look!
Amy Winehouse was found dead by ambulance crews called to her home in North London's Camden area. Amy Winehouse is famous for her soulfully rich sound that grabbed everyone's attention. The songstress is also well known for her song "Rehab" which told her real life story all too well.Winehouse struggled publicly with an overwhelming addition to drugs and alcohol. She will be remembered for her unique style, rebellious stance and the imprint of her "God given" musical talent. Rest In Peace Amy Winehouse.
Sean "Black Out" Stover aka Grumpy Old Man, "one would think that being in the game for a minute might have worn him down, but Blackout and M.O. Sound Group, part of NJ’s percolating Hip Hop Movement, is warmed up and ready to go. Blackout is a realist. He knows that it will take the same strategy and wisdom that has, in the past, brought him through the fire. He is intent on being an instrument of change by opening schools that will teach music and art -- programs missing from his own childhood and many of those of his peers. He believes that with a little instruction and direction, today’s youth can take music further and make the message of Hip Hop even more potent".-BIO
Check out Sean "Black Out" Stover aka Grumpy Old Man raw n uncut:
This picture is from a 2007 Burn U Movement Open Mic Show. I remember watching Theophilus London formerly known as Kapps perform at plenty of our open mics and eventually becoming an official Burn U Member. Kapps is proof that you too can make it!! Shout Out to the CEO of the BURN U MOVEMENT LaRue Marlow!! www.burnumovement.com
"Beautiful Girls" singer Sean Kingston was injured in a jet ski accident in Miami, Florida. It is reported that Kingston and a female passenger crashed into a bridge Sunday evening and were rescued by a passing boater. Kingston is listed in critical condition and there are no reports on the condition of the female passenger. Let us pray that the two make a speedy recovery.
"Jersey’s style is as smooth as jazz, rough as Newark’s streets, and as true as biblical scriptures. His style includes a flow like Notorious B.I.G, spirituality of Bob Marley, and the poetic skills of Tupac; but his technique is summed up in two words, “His Own”. He’s a young man with something to say, and the door to the hip-hop industry is wide open for this generation to pick up where artists like Buster Rhymes, Redman, and Queen Latifah left off. He knows life offers too much to focus on only one goal or look in only one direction. He also recognizes that God has a plan for his life and with His will as the compass directing his steps nothing is impossible."- Bio
A. Jersey Jones represents for Brick city... But is he bringing the heat??? Let me know!!
Macho Man Randy Savage dies at 58. The Legendary Wrestling Superstar suffered a heart attack while driving Friday, May.20th and lost control of the vehicle. The Macho man began his career at the WWF in 1985. Macho Man Randy Savage had young and old glued to their television sets every Saturday for the main event. R.I.P Macho Man Randy Savage and thank you for years of great entertainment!
Who is PUSH METHOD you ask? A group of four very unique artists with a combined sound they call "Beatlesque Hip Hop". Tavis Sage Eaton, founder and Lyricist, Michael Dustin Youree, song writer and composer, Michael Lapke on Drums and Chuck Hillwig multi- instrumentalist all make PUSH METHOD! Funky, Electric, Stimulating are a few words to describe this new music group. *Exclusive Studio Interview Coming Soon....
"We want to constantly evolve and grow. This thing started as an experiment and we intend to keep it that way."- Dustin Youree
M-Bone from rap group Cali Swag District was killed this weekend in a drive by shooting. The Music Group was made famous by their hit "teach me how to Dougie". M-Bone, whose real name was Mante Ray Talbert was pronounced dead Sunday, May.15 at the hospital. He was only 22 with so much more music to make. Rest in peace M-Bone.
Whitney Houston voluntarily checked herself back into rehab. The 47- year- old singer has struggled for years with her addiction to drugs and alcohol. We can all agree that her talent and career surpasses time. Whitney has continuously given us good music, so let us pray for her complete recovery.
We Love you Whitney!
UnderGroundz Highlighted Heat
Rapper Joe Budden hits the radio waves giving his version of the fight he had with ex-girlfriend Esther Baxter. Budden is accused of beating Baxter, causing her to miscarry their baby.
Joe Budden completely denies the accusations. Since the incident Joe Budden has made a mixtape called "No ordinary love sh*t pt.3" describing their relationship and the violence that occurred that night.
www.Bossip.com has the police report , the restraining order and graphic pictures of Esther Baxter's bruises."When radio personality Charlemagne the God asked how Baxter got all the bruises (pictures of a beaten Baxter were released online), Budden answered, "makeup." The New Jersey-bred rapper was also asked about the photos of the deceased fetus that Bossip.com posted online. Joe replied that the photos were doctored."-BET online.
Exclusive Esther Baxter Interview
This is the Joe Budden track...He sounds a little angry.
"From the beginning music has been a part of who she is. Kisharra B combines a mix of genres of Pop/Rock/R&B. This Ohio native recording artist, songwriter, and model never stops giving her audience the sexy appeal their looking for. The musical story behind this Ohio native's story has just begun, but sure to be filled with a track record of history making accomplishments. From the moment you press play on the New Hit Single "Covergirl", songwriter Kisharra B along with song producer J-Austin nailed the essence of Kisharra’s confidence while she makes a declarative statement of power on the album’s title track."-Bio
"Infamously known as the "North-South Kid", Young Caliber brandishes the skills to integrate both the swagger of New York Hip Hop with the hard bounce of the South, uniting the "best of both worlds". Being raised on the tough streets of Harlem, Young Caliber found himself in and out of the juvenile system for most of his young life. Eventually getting on the right track, Young Caliber finished high school, and was given a partial scholarship to play basketball. He moved to Bluffton, South Carolina where he focused on perfecting his writing skills. In 2005, Young Caliber formed a four man Hip Hop group called M Dash. The group had a hit song called "Groovin". M Dash seemed to have a promising future, but was short lived after the group was hit with unfortunate circumstances; one member becoming ill and another facing federal prison time. With a hustler's grind and determination. Young Caliber worked diligently in the studio recording music, and in 2006, he release his first mix-tape "The Heart of the Streets". Young Caliber is perfecting his second mix tape CD, "The Bounce Back", which is currently available online. Music lovers can expect to hear a refreshing sound that blends the North and South to perfection."-Bio
Hot 97's DJ Mister Cee was arrested for public lewdness on Wednesday, March 30,2011. It is alleged that the legendary DJ was caught in the act of receiving oral sex from a 20 year old unnamed male. This news has many music fans in an uproar, wondering if its really true and questioning his sexuality. -Whether it is or it isn't, Mister Cee's sexual preference or personal mishaps have nothing to do with his music career. What do you think? Will this current controversy change how you feel about the popular DJ?
Super Producer Tie Stick was born and raised in the South Bronx. As a child he was surrounded by musical influences... "My dad was the type of person who had to have the best system in his car throughout the city. He played drums as a young boy forming a band with his sisters and brothers. Years later, he started getting into the groove of using turn tables, doing parties at the park in our neighborhood." In 1999 Tie Stick started to create his own music inspired by artists of the time. "I would rap on instrumentals and record them on cassette tapes building what some would call a demo. As time went by I got around to production equipment, learning the operations of various beat machines."
Tie Stick's career in production took off after getting recognition for producing 3 mainstream radio records for Papoose entitled I Just Want The Paper, Paid a Grip and Bucket Naked. "It was broadcast over the air waves of HOT97 that DJ Kay Slay was looking for me to work on his project which eventually landed me 2 placements on the album titled "More Than Just a DJ" by DJ Kay Slay who signed papoose to streetsweeper entertainment. Everything was pretty much a chain reaction of artist amongst the same circle."
Being Highly Influential in the music game, the young producer can be accredited for starting a leading trend of using sampled hooks on songs. Tie Stick has been seen in The Source Magazine as well as the recent October 2010 issue of Feds Magazine. Tie Stick has a resume filled with production on records from artists like, Remy Ma, Jae Millz, Red Cafe, Vado, Sean Kingston, Papoose and others. Remember the name, because the work speaks for itself!!
R.I.P. DJ Megatron. Corey McGriff, 32,was gunned down early Sunday morning, about a block from his home on Staten Island. "The police, responding to an emergency call, found Mr. McGriff dead on Osgood Avenue with a gunshot wound to his torso about 2 a.m. Sunday. The circumstances of the shooting were unclear on Sunday afternoon. A friend, Keith Robinson, said he believed it was a random killing." -The New York Times. DJ Megatron was well known for work on "106 &Park", Hot 97 and various other radio stations. Please keep his family and children in your prayers.
Hip Hop Singer Nate Dog dies at 41. The singer Nathaniel Dwayne Hale is famous for his debut on The Dr. Dre's Chronic Album, along with countless collaborations with various artists. Nate Dog, you will be missed! Rest in Peace and sing for the angels.
Under The Street Light Radio is a up and coming Internet Radio Show created and hosted by Stratagee aka Big Inf. This is not your ordinary internet radio station!! Under The Street Light Entertainment Highlights Unsigned Hype as well as plays new heat from the streets!! This Radio show has had a flood of guests appearances with exclusive interviews from Dee Vasquez, Papoose, Ron Browz, Superstar Jay, Ali Vegas, Angelina (Jersey Shore), Treston Irby (High five), Suga Bang and the list goes on!! Oh yes!! Let's us not forget your girl Ms. Chyna BlaQ got a chance to be interviewed and highlighted for my promo work and my Blogs, which You, my readers make so Successful!!
The show airs every Thursday from 8pm to 10pm!! www.streetmarketradio.com *Note to all of my Heat Makers...If you need that additional promo...you can get it @ Under The Street Light Radio!! Contact Stratagee Asap!!
"AS A RADIO SHOW HOST I HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BREAK NEW ARTIST'S INTO THE INDUSTRY. MY MOTTO IS KEEP TRYING HARD WITH WHATEVER YOU DO AND EVENTUALLY SOMEONE WILL NOTICE."-Stratagee
To say that R&B singer, songwriter Melange was born to sing R&B is an understatement.Currently residing in Staten Island, the New York native has been writing and performing music since the age of twelve.Often drawing comparisons to artists like Stephanie Mills and Minnie Riperton, the diminutive Melange frequently raises eyebrows with her performances and rich, soulful vocal abilities proving that “big things do come in small packages". Growing up and performing music amongst the backdrop of the local New York City jazz and R&B scene and eventually touring throughout the United States on the VIBE ride College Tour, Melange has achieved a diverse range of musical experience in her only twenty seven years...Currently performing as part of Melange and JTJ, the group blends the rich musicianship of a live band with soulful vocals and more original R&B flavor. The band frequently plays at venues throughout New York City performing original and cover music.-BIO
Melange and JTJ aka Melange Soundz are a must see! Melange is a powerful songstress with a voice that will beckon your soul! Singing old school classics and self-written music, her performance is truly an experience for "real" music lovers. I am a true fan of Melange Soundz and they are theUnderGroundz Highlighted Heat!
Don't let the twenty-six year old baby faced Queens native fool you...Vito aka IndustryReady "V" will give it to you straight gutter and raw! For years Vito has not only been perfecting his craft but has gained a southern fan base, while traveling back and forth from Virginia to Atlanta, doing shows, radio station appearances and college performances... Take a walk with the vivacious young man behind the music and then you can begin to understand the unsigned phenomenon's master plan.-BIO
Online Interview with IndustryReady V
Ms.Chyna BlaQ: So, Vito or should I say Industryready V?? How did you get the
name Industryready V??
Vito: Lol hello Chyna.The name industryready v comes from how I look at everything I do from putting out music to videos and how I conduct myself as a artist.
Ms.Chyna BlaQ: Vito, You are creating a nice Buzz for yourself. What motivates you, as you pursue your Dream??
Vito: My motivation comes from my family, friends, the struggles I've been through, the need for success and the people that support me.
Ms.Chyna BlaQ: There are so many Rap Artists out... What makes "Vito" different from the rest??
Vito: Vito is different because he makes music for Vito. I want the people to be a fan of me for the music I put out. Now a days artist make music to try and attack what ever market is generating the most attention.
Ms.Chyna BlaQ: Where do you hope to see yourself in the next 5 years??
Vito: In the next five years, God willing I will see myself on the cover of the forbes magazine as another successful young black man that came from nothing but gave his all to live out his dream.
Beata Drozd-Born in Poland and educated at St. Martin's College of Art and Design in London, Beata Drozd began her career as a painter. She moved to New York City four years ago and began to concentrate on collages made from glossy magazines. The details of her portraits are so carefully constructed that her pieces look like paintings from a few feet away.- Gazette.Net
Beata Drozd creates breath taking collages from fabrics and Paper. Her most preferred paper comes right out of Vogue magazine and various high fashion publications.
