Spree Wilson and The Flush? I know what you’re thinking, sounds like a band right? Wrong. Spree Wilson is actually a emcee/singer/songwritter – let’s just say artist for all intents and purposes, and The Flush is a team of producers, both representing ATL. Well I just got my hands on this 6 track EP, released for free download, and it’s definitely worth checking out.

Reminds me of what they were playing in ATL when I moved here in the 90′s.

I’ve known Spree for some years now. I honestly can’t even remember how or where we originally met, we both were just always in the same places at the same time. Well, maybe not exactly. Spree definitely spent a lot more time in the studio than me, Working with the likes of Esthero, Dallas Austin, Novel and a host of others over the years.

Make sure you check out Spree’s new project “Life In Technicolor Vol. 1” And shouts to the homie Miya Bailey for hooking up the fresh visuals for the project.

Adam Yauch better known around the world as MCA from the Beastie Boys passed away one year ago (tomorrow) after fighting a battle with cancer for 3 years.

Today in Brooklyn Heights (Brooklyn, NY) Palmetto Playground was renamed to Adam Yauch Park after MCA. As Hip Hop started out in the parks of New York City it’s pretty amazing to have a park named a rapper, especially in a fancy place like Brooklyn Heights. Would be great to see this open the door to other dedications, maybe we’ll see a Scott La Rock park in the Bronx? Who knows.

Spotted at NahRight

Last May, Coldplay did a cover of the Beastie Boys “Fight For Your Right” during a show at Hollywood Bowl in LA.

I still have my copy of “Things Fall Apart” with the same cover art pictured above. Here’s some more info about the project.

The February, 1999 MCA Records release boasted two singles, including the Grammy Award-winning “You Got Me” featuring Erykah Badu and Eve, along with “The Next Movement,” which featured DJ Jazzy Jeff, along with The Jazzyfatnastees. The mainstream breakthrough LP from The Roots included extensive production from then-member Scott Storch and contributions from J Dilla (as Jay Dee). Guest emcees included Common, Mos Def, Beanie Sigel and Roots Crew mainstay affiliate Dice Raw.

Upon release, Things Fall Apart, which had five different album covers, debuted at #4. The other Roots album plaque belongs to 2002′s Phrenology, which is certified gold.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE ROOTS… Proof that if you keep building things don’t always fall apart.

Can’t wait to hear Janelle’s new LP. Titled “Electric Lady” we should be seeing this project sometime this summer.

Video directed by Alex Ferguson.

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Listen to Chuck drop some jewels last year, after inducting Beastie Boys into the HOF.

Spotted at Jay Force.

Thursday night at GA Tech’s newly opened Basketball stadium, Detroit’s Doug Anderson astounded the crowd with an amazing mix of dunks. Add on too that, HE DID NOT MISS ONE DUNK!! Truly, this was better than the NBA Slam Dunk contest. Can’t wait for D.A. to get drafted so we can see him light it up for All Star Weekend. Also check the footwork, Anderson rocks Jordan Cement 3 Retro’s for the occasion. The same kicks MJ won his 2nd slam dunk title in Chicago wearing over “The Human Highlight Film” Dominique.

This kicks off NCAA Final Four Weekend in ATL. Tons of concerts, games, and festivities. What you planning on getting into?