I get very bored of the radio, so I spend time a lot of time browsing the Internet looking for fresh new talent. Here are a list of six Myspace emcees you should check out.
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NicatyneOne of my favorite emcees to listen to is Nictayne, who represents Sacramento, California. He has a unique sound and isn’t afraid to try new things. You can catch him singing and rapping on some of the tracks he produces his self. Nicatyne has an ear for music. Along with the playing the drums, Nicatyne can play just about any other instrument from the piano to the not so conventional xylophone — a skill that allows him to fully experiment with his sound. Nicatyne’s commited to his craft, and you can hear it in his creativity. He has a CD coming out soon called “Secondhand Smoke.” www.myspace.com/nicatynebeats |
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EyetelI have known Eyetel for years. He has a fun, energetic sound that is very entertaining to listen to. He always has had a passion for music. During a lot of his high school years (He attended Crenshaw High), he would walk around with a sign that read: "Will Rap for Money." And that’s exactly what he did. He came out with several CDs and mixtapes, and also has been known to battle and beat a couple emcees. Eyetel recently put out a CD called "Straight From Tha Crib," which has been well received. I actually shot and edited a low budget video for him called "Stop", I also designed his Web site, and I continue to help because I see talent. Eyetel is a very entertaining emcee, and you should check out his music. |
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Siqteen BarsSiqsteen Barz is a triple threat producer/emcee/engineer out of Los Angeles who always is searching for new, innovative ways to be creative with the art of music. In Siqsteen’s early days of music production, his tracks were very low-scale due to a lack of musical equipment accessible to him (He was using Fruity Loops). But regardless of this limitation, he produced quality tracks for himself. He produced most of Eyetel’s CD (above) and a number of other artists from L.A. to the Bay. Siqsteen recently released a free mixtape that you can download off his Myspace page. It’s called "I’m So Serious Mixtape" that plays off the "The Dark Knight" (Batman) theme. The mixtape has some good songs, so I suggest you check it out. |
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Rob GrimesRob Grimes has a laid back style with no need to for excessive killing or anything of that nature. Known for his clever rhymes and "eccentric flow," Rob has won many freestyle battles. He has some catchy punch lines that stay stuck in your head. The emcee, who hails from San Diego, California, showcases versatility in his rhymes, and is constantly in the studio recording and rocking live shows (Come see him at the Acrylick flagship store grand opening this Saturday in Azusa). Rob got a buzz going when his "Dillathon" mixtape — a tribute to the late super producer J. Dilla — dropped in February, and he recently released his "Glow In The Dark Mixtape," which is free to download off his Myspace page. I spoke to Rob and an official album titled "Struggle Hustle" is on the way. So look out for it. |
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Emilio RojasI first saw Emilio Rojas in this Youtube video, Halftime Show 10th Anniversary video (he starts at 3:15 into the video clip). Out of the emcees flowing in that video, he stood out the most. His flow was nice. Emilio sent me this: "I like to draw my inspiration from life experiences. As far as the actual sound — I am into structured verses. I’m not one of these cats that’s out here just relying on ‘swag’ to get by — I go in (I can actually rap). But I got ‘swag’ too. It’s just real shit; relatable — people get to know me and my life story from listening and hopefully at the same time they can have a little fun and can take something away from that." I agree with his statement, and he is someone you should check out, I guarantee you won’t be disappointed if you’re a true hip hop fan. http://www.myspace.com/emiliorojasmusic |
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Asher RothI came across Asher on the xxlmag.com site, where they featured his "A MILLI’ freestyle. To be honest, I have heard a lot of emcees try to rock that beat, but I was not at all entertained. Asher Roth kept my attention with many funny punch lines. He currently has a free mixtape for you to download, "The GreenHouse Effect Mixtape", hosted by Don Cannon and DJ Drama. Check him out. |
Leave a comment and let me know what you think about these emcees.


Looking good, + more funcionally. Great!!!
http://www.myspace.com/highbeatzproductionz
YA THAT PRODUCER NICE ON THE SAMPLES……NOW FOR PRODUCERS MAKING BEATS FROM SCRATCH AND SOUNDS LIKE NO 1 ELSE OUT THERE …..HIGHBEATZ FROM CANADA
HAS SKILLS PEOPLE …ITS JUST GONNA TAKE THE RIGHT EARS 2 HEAR WHAT HE BRINGS 2 THE TABLE….HE CHANGES HIS BEATS UP ALOT BUT THERE IS ONE GOOD SOLID FUNNY SKIT UP RIGHT NOW….
yo, as far as my 2 cents is concerned for the myspace producers thing, check this kid out, he is fucking rediculous.
http://www.myspace.com/cloudproductions
i have no affiliation whatsoever with the dude
i woulda definately made this list
check me out
http://www.myspace.com/roobhiphop
unsigned but creatin plenty of buzz. im a philly cat so you know i bring it.
djroob215 on aim if you see me get @ me
if u in or near philly, come out to one of my shows sometime!
umm.. honestly..i say rob grimes is the most marketable from a music fan stand point..he appeals to me the most as a fan..its funny i met asher in vegas..i heard him spit he was kinda weak.. he just has a good publicist i bet.. and mr rojas is nice to i want to hear his new stuff with mphazes ..but thats just my opinion …
Bitch.
NICATYNE IS A FUCKIN BEEAAAAAAST.
Asher Roth nice too…BUT THAT NIGGA NICATYNE IS A BEAST.
“I drop dimes everytime I drop dimes!” shit. son is the truth.
Jaime! you fuckin hater. Go make a beat or somethin, or write a verse before you come hating on niggas and you cant do shit but have a 9 to 5. Go be about somethin cuz…Scared money dont make none respect his grind. He out in Sac grinding makin a name for his self while you workin hard for employee of the month. Maybe youd be as talented if you got off the internet talkin shit and on a mpc or something, and also that way you wouldnt have time to hate on niggas.
Nicatyne say it best anyway…”GET OFF DEEZ NU NU NUTS”
Sick a duck.
I think nicstyne is weak..thats why hes unsigned.
I co-sign Rob and I even did an interview with him as well.
http://www.mikeymcfly.com/2008/06/shooting-gift-with-rob-grimes.html
These other dudes are talented as well and this was a dope post.