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[Interview] Raekwon and JD Era about to make History

Chedo — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:19:36 +0000

When I was preparing for my interview with JD Era and Raekwon, I felt something special is really about to happen with these two teams, (Ice H20 and BMMG). Raekwon has planted the flag in Canada when he set up his Ice H20 office downtown. JD Era being the first signee, you better believe success is the outcome.

You have a very hungry JD Era who has been consistently progressing in his career; the mixtapes, singles, TV appearances on The Score and CBC, you can tell this is only the beginning. So when it was time to do this interview with JD Era and Raekwon, I wanted it to be very clear to the viewers that this is truly history in the making. Not only for JD Era but for Canadian Hip-Hop. Watch this interview and see what happens in the next few years. The Come Up Show proudly presents our interview with JD Era and Raekwon the Chef.

[Instrumental] Justunlimited- Beats From The Basement Vol Two

Chedo — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:22:52 +0000

We featured Beats From The Basement Vol.1 and we loved it! I couldn’t wait until Vol.2 was released and here it is for your listening enjoyment. I’m definitely playing this instrumental CD on The Come Up Show this Saturday. Check out the description from Justin of this tape and make sure to head to the bandcamp player below to download it.

The momentum of Volume One definitely carries throughout the tape. With this project, a continuation of the first, I tried to put it together in a way that would give listeners a consistent sound to vibe to, even if its the first time hearing my sound. I wanted to showcase more of my range and much like the Volume One , each track is fairly short, roughly two minutes. I did this so that the average listener doesn’t fall asleep listening to a dragged out instrumental. I believe the instrumentals are only half the track. That being said, I also kept the MCs/ Lyricists in mind with the production of this tape, offering short tracks for imaginations to flow.

Beats From The Basement Vol Two by justunlimited

[Video] George Strombolopolous Tonight featuring JD Era, Luu Breeze, Peter Jackson

Chedo — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:06:51 +0000

George Strombo featured JD Era, Luu Breeze, and Peter Jackson on CBC last night. I have a feeling this going to be a series…Toronto artists making moves!!

[News] Young Jeezy Canadian Tour Dates Announced

Chedo — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:14:26 +0000

The homie Jeezy is making his way to Canada. Check the tour dates. More info to come.

March 28 – Vancouver, B.C. @ Gossip Nightclub
» March 29 – Edmonton, Alb. @ Edmonton Events Centre
» March 30 – Calgary, Alb. @ Desperados
» March 31 – Saskatoon, Sask. @ The Odeon Theatre
» April 1 – Winnipeg, Man. @ The Pantages Theatre
» April 4 – Toronto, Ont. @ Sound Academy
» April 5 – London, Ont @ London Music Hall
» April 6 – Montreal, Que. @ Olympia Theatre

[Review] Wale Concert in Toronto @ Phoenix Concert Theatre

Chedo — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:49:57 +0000

In support of his latest album Ambition Washington DC rapper Wale made a stop in Toronto to perform for an enthusiastic crowd at the Phoenix concert theatre on January 20th 2012. With a number one album and a second chance in the hip hop after releasing a disappointing debut album Wale gave Toronto fans a reason to cheer for the one time underdog. For those who may not know the story, Wale started out being signed to industry heavy weight Interscope records with much buzz surrounding his debut. All the cards seemed to be in place from him being on the cover of XXl magazines freshman class 2009, having crazy blog-sphere buzz, an acclaimed mixtape series, industry co- signs and a Lady gaga hook for the first single the expectations were high for the DC native to make an impact out the gate. Hip hop was bustling with a new generation of artists emerging with wale at the top of the list along with Drake and kid Cudi as the new school generation rapping about emotions and showing vulnerability in their music. Major co-signs came from raps royalty giving the MC’s the torch to carry for hip hop in the coming years. Drake went on to become a mega star and Cudi carved out his own lane with solid debut creating an allegiance of new stoner fans. The same however, didn’t work out Wale, Attention Deficit dropped with disappointing numbers and like that the buzz and allegiance from fans and a major label backing disappeared leaving many to believe he could never come back after such a disappointing debut.

Then an unlikely pairing happened that changed everything Miami’s own Rick Ross came and signed the counted out MC to his new Warner brother imprint Maybach Music group. A move that raised a quite a few eyebrows at first, naysayers and the few loyal fans still around weren’t too keen to the idea of hipster sneaker loving rapper who shows emotion’s turning into a Mafioso coke rapper all of a sudden. Not accepting being boxed in and counted out Wale went to work like a new artist grinding like he had 10 kids to feed. Flooding the internet with quality mix tapes and delivering on guest verses on the newly formed group Maybach Music’s Self Made Vol: 1 album in addition too being on one of the biggest club anthems of the year with no hands lead the charge to Wale’s comeback to the spotlight. Refocused and unfazed by previous disappointments a new momentum and buzz started while still staying close to his roots as an artist improving as an mc proving that with a little hard work a lot could go your way.

Having saw Wale in Toronto a few years back at tattoo rock parlor for his debut album tour Attention Deficit I can honestly say a different man was on stage from the last time I saw him. The first time around the MC was unengaged (checking his bbm on stage) and seemingly going through the motions cutting from song to song making his first time in visit a forgetful experience. A lot has changed from that first visit to Friday’s performance having been humbled by an industry and fans that turned their back on him during his first album disappointment. Lit with a new a fire under him the mc proved he deserved a second chance at the spotlight making sure people especially me forget about his debut flop and lackluster first time Toronto show.

Emerging from backstage in a billionaire boys club hoodie, maybach music pendant chain, ripped jeans and super exclusive Jordan sneakers Wale wasted no time jumping into standout tracks that have added to his popularity. Cheering and singing along to standouts 600 Benz, beautiful bliss, the way, lotus flower bomb and bait the crowd was enthusiastic and revived after having to sit through a delayed start and extended DJ set. A dramatic difference from his first time in Toronto, Wale was enthusiastic (shaking hands with fans in the front row) and noticeably more comfortable on stage. Dancing, smiling, and taking pics with fans iPhones wale showed maturity and an easiness to his performance. Understanding that second chances in hip hop are few and far between wale soaked up every moment appreciating the love and admiration from everyone especially the ladies taking time to chat up the females in the audience giving a special shot out to all the East African females that he seems to have a special thing for. Getting up close and personal standing on speakers laying on stage close to the front row fans were happy to see the MC shine in his element.

Overall Wales’s energy and passion is what made the show and his comeback so impactful. Minus a late start and a few technical glitches during his set Wale gave a performance I will forever remember as a great show. His heart, openness and determination all add to the reason he is so relevant today. Few get a second chance in hip hop, however, Wale showed that having ambition goes a long way proving not only the haters, but himself that he spotlight on him is well deserved.

Review by Big Ske for The Come Up Show.
Photography ShotbyDrew for The Come Up Show.