Heinz unveils the new “Dip & Squeeze” ketchup packet. If you live in the south and have visited a Chick-Fil-A lately you have noticed the new ketchup packets, shaped like an actual ketchup bottle. This is Heinz new to go ketchup packaging, made so you can either dip into the ketchup or squeeze it out like you did in the past with the old packets. The new packaging is designed to be less messy and also provides you with 3 times more ketchup than the traditional packets. I’ve been fortunate to test these things out, the good people at Heinz hit me off with a LOT of samples. So much in fact friends in Atlanta are starting to call me the Ketchup King! HA.

Look for the new “Dip & Squeeze” packets to hit more restaurants as well as grocery stores in the near future.

I’m actually currently working

Today is January 10th which can only mean one thing! The “Executive Suite” album is here and available for FREE download.

A few months back I was reached out to by Kareem Fort to be interviewed for his DEMO’s documentary which is about independent artists. Afterwards I was approached about jumping on this record with Chaundon which was to be featured on the Demo’s movie soundtrack. Later on me and 4-Ize knocked out another record to be featured on “Executive Suite.” The original record “All Out” with Chaundon and Skinny C, never made the soundtrack and instead was used for this project. AND… that my friends is how I ended up on the “Executive Suite” project two times.

Just thought I’d share a lil story with you… But for real 2012 is getting off to a GREAT start, and this project is definitely one you shouldn’t sleep on. Stream or Download at DJBooth.com Today!

As C.O.O. of HiPNOTT Records, Co–Founder of Cypher Lounge Radio and creator/Executive Producer of the highly anticipated documentary film DEMOS, you would think Kareem Fort wouldn’t have time for much more but, the multi-talented Reem has taken on the role of executive producer for the upcoming compilation LP, Executive Suite.

Executive Suite is available via The DJBooth with additional sponsorship from KevinNottingham and TheWellVersed. The compilation features production from long time collaborator Tony C (of Maseed Productions) and features the lyricism of Rapper Big Pooh, Donny Goines, Raven Sorvino, Senor Kaos, 4-Ize, Hawdwerk, and Punchline and more.

Tracklist:

A Day in the Life Intro (prod. Push Button Ent)
Take A Walk ft Dave East (prod. Pajozo)
All Out ft Chaundon, Senor Kaos, Skinny-C (prod. Tony C)
Dont Say Goodbye ft Rapper Big Pooh, Donny Goines, Raven Sorvino (prod Ahzel)
Here With Me Brooke Taylor feat Punchline (Tony C.)
Givin It Up ft Ultrabeast (4-Ize & Senor Kaos), Hawdwerk (prod. Tony C.)
Snapshot ft Bodega Brovas (prod Tony C, cuts by DJ Mark-1)
Grown Man Business ft Akil Nadir (prod Tony C)
Top Mistress ft Aliso Black (prod Tony C)
Do Dat Sheit ft Tomorrow Yesterday (prod Tony C)
Message from Von Pea of Tanya Morgan
Amazement ft E-Jones, Halo, Rapsody, Sundown (prod E Jones)
The Edge ft Epsilon Project (Prod Slopfunkdust)
Arson ft Noni Spitz (prod Tony C)
Dynamics ft Gods’illa (prod E Jones)
Too Deep ft Lyric Jones and Headkrack (prod. Tony C)
Come On ft Ms.She-ill (prod Floyd da Locsmif)

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Shouts to KevinNottingham.com for always supporting my music over the past few years. When I first saw this post, I wasn’t sure how to feel about it. In one way it’s very correct, I feel my album “The Kaos Effect” was VERY slept on by the press, blogs, etc. I’m very fortunate though for the fans who purchased it the first week it was released, were waiting on it, and had positive things to say about it. Guess I’ve reached the point where I’m tired of being “slept on,” discounted, looked over, forgot about, etc. (Sam Cooke Voice:) “I know a change gone come!”… It has too!!! Check out the write up HERE.

Welcome to 2012… The Year Of The Beast. It’s only right that I kick off the year with fellow partner in crime 4-Ize rocking some Ultra Beast sets for the people. My/Our first show of this year is going down this Thursday January 5th at 529 in East Atlanta. I say my and our because me and 4-Ize will both be doing solo sets before rocking an Ultra Beast set with special guests.

We are also celebrating the release of 4-Ize’s new project “Attack Of The Sea Monkeys!” This event is set to be a musical like none other. You definitely don’t want to miss this. Check the flyer for the info. All my peoples in Birmingham we looking forward to seeing you on Friday. Spread the word.

Shouts to E Lit at Amoeba’s records in Los Angeles. Dude knows his stuff. Says “The Understanding” is one of the best Hip Hop tracks he’s heard all year. Salute.

Kaos Or Caos… Same thing, one is in english and one is in español.

On December 6th The Legendary Roots Crew release their 10th studio album entitled “Undun” via Def Jam. As a treat, you can stream the whole album today via NPR. After one full listen, I can say The Roots still have that organix sound that leaves you wanting more. Things are not showing any signs of falling apart for the crew who have mastered the game theory of releasing LP’s. This new album could be a tipping point for the crew as they come live with fresh sounds for the brains phrenology. Releasing albums consistently since the mid 90′s it seems as if I’ve been rocking with Illadelf’s finest for half my life.

Salute to The Roots for achieving success over all these years while still making music on their own terms and testing the bounds of their creativity.

The Roots – Undun Track List:

01. The Un
02. Sleep
03. Make My (feat. Big K.R.I.T.)
04. One Time (feat. Phonte & Dice Raw)
05. Kool On (feat. P.O.R.N.)
06. The Other Side
07. Stomp feat. (P.O.R.N.)
08. Lighthouse
09. I Remember
10. Tip The Scale
11. Redford (For Yia Yia & Pappou)
12. Possibility
13. Will To Power
14. Finality

This album is also a concept album… I’ll let them tell you the story, check it.

I recently caught this on the net. WOW. Congrats for Fat Joe for dropping some pounds. This comes a week after the loss Heavy D.

I personally thought Joe would of thought of dropping the weight after Big Pun passed away back in 2000. Seems like lately artists’ health isuses have been popping up left and right. You had Nate Dogg a few years ago with his two strokes, then Rick Ross recently with his seizures, and just a few days ago I heard news about Erick Sermon having a heart attack. It’s time to WAKE up people. If you don’t take care of your body, your body will take care of you that’s for sure.

But with all that said… Once again Salute to Fat Joe for seeing the light and getting his health on track. He sits down with CNN to talk about how even though the pounds are gone, he still will be known “Fat Joe!”

Restless Featuring J-Live and Flux (Binkis Recs) leaked to the net this past Friday 11.11.11 the same day my album dropped. It is featured on my “The Kaos Effect” LP and has been getting a great response since it hit this net this past weekend.

The song is about being an independent artist constantly proving yourself, paying dues. My dues have been paid, I’ve been blessed to work with some Hip Hop legends like Phife, DJ Spinna, Large Professor, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Punchline, etc. who all believe in what I have to say. I feel like it’s time for the Hip Hop world and gatekeepers to stop sleeping and WAKE UP! This song is also dedicated to all the people in the world who work super hard and lose sleep chasing your dreams. Check it out, I hope everybody enjoys it. If you like this joint, make sure you check out the whole album “The Kaos Effect.”

Stream/Purchase: Señor Kaos Feat. J-Live & Flux “Restless” below. The Kaos Effect LP In Stores Now!!!

Salute to DJ Mick Boogie. This past week he shot me a line and asked me if I wanted to involved with this new project he was putting out. It’s a Rum Dmc tribute mixtape to honor the 25th anniversary of the Run Dmc song “My Adidas” as well as the “Raising Hell” album. DJ Jazzy Jeff re-did the beat and cuts for “Peter Piper” and that was the track I was selected to be on. As usual Jazzy Jeff KILLS the beat and the cuts. It’s a honor for me to record something over one of his productions. Hopefully this won’t be the last time we work together.

The mixtape is circulating around the net for free download. It was released on the same day as my new album 11/11/11. Also Adidas released a special Superstar 80 sneaker for JMJ. There’s only 1,986 pairs made to honor the year 1986. Hopefully all you sneaker heads got a pair.

DOWNLOAD: Mick Boogie Presents “My Adidas” Mixtape.