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Some new DEAD PREZ released on the SXSW 2013 Showcasing Artist channel. Something positive to vibe out to... Peep it out!

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In an age where jackin' for beats is the normal part of the journey; there comes the inevitable throwback mixtape that will take that concept and turn it into an ingenious piece of work.

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It's not often you get a well-rounded artist who can deliver on differing styles of music with the same energy and quality as that which makes them most comfortable. J-Scriptz is one of those kinds of artists.

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The first single off the Highly anticipated compilation album THE CHASE. Producer Kid Tsunami enlists Hip Hop vet Sean Price and Chuck Chilla on Guitar.

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There has never been a more empowering time, such as the present for the independent artist! The tables have turned and whether you "make it or break it" is finally in YOUR hands! THE ARTIST, PRODUCER, MODEL OR POET, etc. have a new ally, technology!

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Each generation hangs on to their definition of Hip Hop as a holy grail that none should dare challenge. Let's travel the timelines of Hip Hop history and see the logic in our sometimes misguided sense of cultural integrity.

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Without a doubt, Cambatta has been a boot slap favorite for a while with good reason. His ability to weave random mental pictures with insightful messages makes him one of the more respected emcees.

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In an effort to unite resources of two cities, a few indie teams have partnered up to begin events including all artists from their respective cities helping to bring out of town Indies to their home stage.

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...let's break down some sideline observations we have noticed in the past decade regarding the INDIE MOVEMENT and its impact to the overall business models of the modern music industry.

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We at BootSlap are advocates for Indies with QUALITY MUSIC; so we base our reviews on 4 key components. This system of rating provides us a standard of quality that is not simply left to the bias of the writer or reader.