Most Kings Get Their Heads Chopped Off

DJ Green Lantern released Invasion Radio 2K10 mixtape this summer.  Supplying us a track that seems like it got cut from Jay Z's 'Kingdom Come.' Chris Martin provides the erily poppy hook and Jay Z dates, proposes, engages then marries and divorces his usual flow.
I kind like it...check it out

Jay Z ft Chris Martin - Most Kingz

Choclair Makes Surprise Appearance at Rascalz Concert in Nanaimo

Nanaimo got down with a little more of the Northern Touch than they expected this past Saturday night. As if they weren't hyped enough about seeing the Rascalz reunion concert in Nanaimo, the crowd at Spice Lounge was shocked when Canadian hip hop legend Choclair hopped up on stage and performed with the Rascalz crew for the remainder of the show.
Attached below is a video of the performance in which Choclair performs his new single "Made (Move Mountains)" and the Rascalz and Choclair perform "Northern Touch" (5:37).


If you didn't get a chance to make out to the show in Nanaimo (or even if you did), the Rascalz are also going to be performing in Victoria at Sugar Nightclub on Tuesday August 17th, 2010 along with special guests Pigeon Hole of Sweatshop Union. Tickets are only $15 and are on sale now at Higher Ground, Lyle's Place and Ditch Records. If you really want to see this show you better get tickets soon because they are going fast!

More Super Groups!

First off, sorry for the lack of post. I think I can speak for everyone here at Too Much Birthday Cake when I say the summer got the best of us! Woo Woo!

Some awesome reports of a couple new Super Groups are circling the ol' net. This time its rap and R&B that is grouping up to up to be super.

Hip hop Super groups aren't a new thing...
Having success like they do in the rock world is and few groups have managed that.

The All City Chess Club
Lupe Fiasco, Wale, The Cool Kids, Blu, Asher Roth, J Cole, B.O.B, Charles Hamilton, Diggy

Lupe calls this more of a movement than a group. “I just wanted it to be the collective of those dudes and put a name on it,” said Lupe. “Like they already kinda put us Yall in the same box. They kinda put us in the same family of MC’s whether it be the hipster rappers or the nerd rappers…Since they putting us in a box, might as well own the box. And write our name on the box and paint it the color
we want it." Lupe says no album their Facebook page says "just gotta be patient on the music....this aint Detox though, so dont worry, it wont take 3453 years."

???
Questlove from The Roots, Raphael Saadiq, Amy Winehouse

Questlove has confirmed this group stating that the only thing holding them back is Winehouse's inability to travel. "...definitely going to happen, it’s just that we have to work overtime to get her visa situation together. The closest she can come to the States is Jamaica" This groups sounds like it could easily make some music history if they can get Winehouse to clean up.

The Dream Team
Diddy, Dj Khaled, Fat Joe, Busta Rhymes, Rick Ross, Red Cafe

Diddy is reported to have assemled His idea of a dream tream. Throwing away whatever credibility Busta Rhymes had, Diddy decided to put him on par with the likes of Fat Joe. Whether or not this team of 'entertainers' will produce anything listenable it'll definitely be a memorable collaboration.

Film Review: Get Him To The Greek

Russell Brand returns as his out of control rocker character, Aldous Snow from Forgetting Sarah Marshall. The film is based around Jonah Hill's character, who works for a music promotion business, as he tries to make his way up in the company by signing Aldous Snow from the infamous rock band, Infinite Sorrow, for a one time reunion concert at the Greek Theatre in San Fran. That's all you need to know.

I found this movie to be exactly what I expected.... fuckin hilarious. If you liked Forgetting Sarah, you will love this, either equally or more. This film isn't AS romantic as FSM, but keeps you guessing what will happen next. That's the big thing i find with Apatow movies; he always seems to throw in random changes or just weird/funny ideas/happenings. It's a style that keeps comedy fresh. The film is directed by the same guy who did FSM and is produced by Jason Segel, which is also awesome because you know its quality comedy writing. I would strongly suggest you see this film if you are a comedy fan. Jonah Hill is at the top of his game as is Russell Brand. Tons of awesome characters and golden one liners. It's a great spin-off for sure, so check it out and lemme know what ya think...

Oh also, here's the lowdown on what Segel is up to these days..... its pretty relevant if you have seen FSM.

The Real Slim Shade

On June 22nd Eminem will release his follow up album to Relapse entitled Recovery. Much anticipation has surrounded his new album considering Relapse flopped with quality control and billboard charts. His new track Not Afraid has made the charts and featured all over radio stations and TV. But if you were to search for his new track, you best be careful how you do it. There seems to be an imitator floating about the music scene. His name is Slim Shade, and his new EP is called Recovery as well. OH! Also, his title track is also called Not Afraid. Catch the pattern? Yeah, so I tried to figure out, why would someone completely copy Eminem in such an obvious way? Considering Slim Shade released his EP a couple of weeks before Eminem's album drops, im guessing his plan was to catch the people who were looking for advanced copies, or publicity I guess. Whatever works. You can check out Slim Shades EP on iTunes.

New Tracks from Kanye West, Drake, Pigeon Hole and Gil Scott Heron

Here are some new and upcoming tracks as well as a cool remix I have become aware of, so I must share. Ch-Check it out.

Drake
Thank Me Later
Light Up ft Jay Z
Everything has been a disappointment from this guy since he got out of his wheelchair and left Degrassi High. Now don't get me wrong. I loves me some Degrassi and Jimmy was just as perfectly over acted as the rest of them, but as a rapper he makes my face hurt. Drake seems to sound more and more like a baby alien and although Jay Z's verse is nothing impressive, this track is still undeserving. New shit?




Kanye West
Good Ass Job
Power ft Dwelle
New Kanye! A good clue of what the up coming album 'Good ass Job' is going to be like. Not the craziest song or close to his best but it's definitely solid!


Pigeon Hole (Sweatshop Union)
Age like Astronauts 
Light Show ft D-Sisive
Two of the many signature voices of Sweatshop Union are releasing a new album 'Age like Astronauts' on June 15th. This will be a solo venture from the Sweatshop collective but fellow member Mos Eisley makes an appearance. They team up with Canada's D-Sisive for the track 'Light Show'.
Check out the new track here



Gil Scot Heron
I'm New Here
New York is Killing Me ft Nas Vs Mos Def
Gil Scot Heron is Legend. Back with a new album, his first in 16 years. 'I'm New Here' is definitely interesting with blues and spoken word tracks from man who has seen it all. The two remixes of the track 'NY is 'Killing me' rival the original and each other, one with Nas and with Mos Def. Check them both out.



Check the Mos Def track here

Featured Album

Sage Francis has always provided us with a dark, heavy, hip-hop sound and his deep detailed lyrics. His new album seems to turn the page slightly. While keeping his lyrics high quality, he manages to rhyme over solid acoustic guitar riffs that sometimes have a folk/bluegrass feel to them. A completely different sound that Francis fans aren't completely use to, but I assure it won't take long. The style is different but works to make a solid album. 'Li(f)e' was produced by major indie producer Brian Deck, who has worked with the likes of Modest Mouse and Iron and Wine. The album is backed by guitarists from such bands as Death Cab for Cutie, Califone, and Grandaddy. The combo of the guitar work and Sage's poetry makes for high caliber hip-hop and creates a new side of Sage that will have you wanting more.