Mixtape Madness: Ocean’s 7 - 3000 And 9 Shit (Mixtape)

We Showed you the video a few weeks back for "So Much Swag", now Jermaine Dupri presents the mixtape for his modern-day Rat Pack (Ocean's 7). Officially the group consist of JD (The General), singer/songwriters Usher (Delight), Trey Songz (Songz 00711) & Johnta Austin (J. Sinatra) music producer Bryan Michael Cox & rappers Nelly (Mo Green) and Tyrone Davis (Intynational). I am a bit disappointed they did not add Monica in the group to be the lone female a-la Julia Roberts in the movie. Regardless, Download the mixtape and bump it in your ride.


1 Intro
2 Aint I
3 So Much Swag
4 That Girl
5 Wheres The Love
6 Owe Me Sex
7 Amazin
8 Day N Nite
9 Outro
10 Vegas Baby

Download: Ocean's 7 - 3000 And 9 Shit (Mixtape)

Lady Gaga - "Paparazzi"

Jeremih - "Birthday Sex"

It's a recession proof gift that keeps on giving.

Drake on NYTimes.com

via @AFMpeetah

Early this week Drake finally touched down to NYC's SOB for his first formal performance since the release of his mixtape "So Far Gone". Read what NYTimes.com had to say about Toronto's rap-prodigy since Kardi.

Day26 - "Stadium Music"

Finally a video with no Diddy...

Stadium Music
by yardie4lifever2

MUSIC: The Moustache Men DJs & Faction Soundcrew present Chillin' Illin' & Grillin'

Just in time for the grand ol' BBQ season. Courtesy of MTL's Moustache Men DJs & Faction Soundcrew. Break out the bar-b, raw meat and the beer it's time to get your grill going.

Download here.

NEW FABOLOUS!: Throw It In The Bag & It's My Time

It looks like Def Jam is going hard this summer! In recent weeks the historical label has released many videos that included artists Rick Ross, Jeremih, Kanye, The Dream and Electrik Red. Now it's "Loso's Time". Here are 2 new videos for songs off his upcoming album, Loso's Way.

Fabolous Ft. The Dream - "Throw It In The Bag"




Fabolous Ft. Jeremih - "It's My Time"

The Dream Ft. Kanye West - "Walkin On The Moon"

Directed by Hype Williams

WORLD PREMIER: Kanye West Ft. Mr Hudson - "Paranoid"

Starring Rihanna!

Bobby Ray (B.o.B) - "Put Me On"

Bobby Ray aka B.o.B is a 20 year old singer/rapper/musician from ATL that is signed to T.I.'s Grand Hustle Records. Here he covers A Tribe Called Quest’s “Bonita Applebum” for the Reebok Classic ’09 campaign. Kidz In The Hall has already done a cover of Special Ed's "I Got It Made", and Kid Sister has done The Jungle Brother's "I'll House You" for this campaign. Bobby Ray is very talented and great things are expected from his forthcoming debut album The Adventures of B.o.B, due out later this year.


via: OnSMASH

GIVE MONEY, MAKE CHANGE REMIX PROJECT: FUNDRAISER JUNE 11 @ CIRCA

The Remix program serves gifted but under-served and vulnerable young people across the GTA through courses fostering arts, cultural and life skills. The Remix Project has helped to keep a number of young people off the streets and produced talented, newly motivated individuals.

After 3 successful years of operation, its original funding through a research and pilot grant by the National Crime Prevention Canada (NCPC) has come to an end. In spite of this circumstance, The Remix Project is looking to its community to raise $100,000 to save the program and relocate its offices. All happening on June 11, 2009 at CIRCA with a Reception, Art installation and Silent Auction at 6 PM followed by a night of fun-filled dancing till the lights come on.

Those interested in supporting The Remix Project can contact Gavin Sheppard at 647-330-6345.

Want more?

Visit www.theremixproject.ca/give
Watch videos on their YouTube channel

MUSIC: Surreal Sound "Hip Hop Love Vol.4"

Where have I been? Hip Hop Love Mixtape Vol. 4 is out now from the great people at REALGOOD. Perfect mix to smack down your work-week blues. Download here or listen down there.



Track Listing

1. Intro
2. A Roller Skate Jam Named Saturday - De La Soul
3. Strobe Lite Honey - Black Sheep
4. Love Hangover - Kidz in the Hall feat. Estelle
5. 4 More - De La Soul feat Zhane
6. What up with me (If it isnt love) - Kidz in the Hall
7. Lump Lump - Sadat X
8. So Good - De La Soul feat. Camp Lo
9. Buddy - De La Soul feat. A Tribe Called Quest, Jungle Brothers & Queen Latifah
10. Poke Her Face - Kid Cudi feat. Kanye West & Common
11. Good Love Interlude - Sheek Louch
12. Ms. International - Method Man & Red Man
13. Baby - Fabolos (SS Blend)
14. Comfortabe - Lil Wayne feat Baby Face
15. Dedicated - Elzhi
16. Show me the Good - Blu & Exile feat. Aloe Balcc
17. All for you - Little Brother
18. Save Ya - Elzhi
19. Butter - A Tribe Called Quest
20. We Fight Love remix - Q-Tip feat. Kanye West
21. First Things First - Blu & Exile feat. Miguel Jontel
22. Mama Say - Spectac & 9th Wonder
23. Mama Say Remix - Spectac (Midi Marc version)
24. Interlude - Chris Rock
25. Sweet Claudine - Camp Lo
26. Get To Know You - Gift of Gab
27. Ooh I Love you Rakeem - Prince Rakeem aka The Rza
28. Georgeous - Pacific Division
29. Paris Tokyo - Lupe Fiasco
30. Transitional Joint - Elzhi
31. Hey Love - De La Soul
32. Getting Up - Q-Tip
33. Love Thirst Remix - Jean Grae feat. Busta Rhymes (SS Blend)
34. Stay Up (Viagra) - 88Keys feat. Kanye West
35. Women Problems - Pacific Division
36. Close Call - 88 Keys feat. Phonte
37. Heartless - Kanye West
38. Littlest Things - Kidz in the Hall feat Lilly Allen
39. Break Up (the OJ Song) - Murs
40. My Nigga - Elzhi
41. Marry Me - Murs
42. Freestyle - Blake Carrington
43. Dream Girl - Blake Carrington
44. Its For Real - Murs
45. Best I Ever Had - Drake
46. Every Girl - Lil Wayne feat. Drake
47. Outro

EVENTS: 2009 DJ Stylus Awards

The 3rd annual 2009 DJ Stylus Awards weekend is upon us and what better way to usher in the nominees and celebrities then to PAR-TAY! Oh and of course education (my mother always told me that was important).

TOFLO.com and the Stylus Group are giving away tickets for the main event happening on June 1, 2009 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. For your chance to win, email us a name of one of the many nominated DJs. (HINT: Visit stylusgroup.ca).

For the first time ever, TOFLO.com will be live streaming all the events happening over the weekend at toflo.com/stylus. Even if you can't make it, you can still view all the festivities by subscribing to the Stylus channel for just $4.95.

Here is the complete list of events starting on Friday May 29, 2009.

Stylus Launch Party @ DREAM FRIDAYS
DATE: Friday May 29th
LOCATION: Guvernment - 132 Queens Quay East, Toronto
Featuring DJs: Ill Kidz, Wristpect
Admission: $15.00

Roundtable and DJ Starting From Scratch Present - 2 The Hardway
DATE: Friday May 29th
LOCATION: Cathouse –132 Queens Quay South Entrance, Toronto
DJ duo's on 4 turntables!
Featuring DJs: Riccachet & Thera-p / Pump & Hedspin / Starting From Scratch & Skratch Bastid
Admission: $15.00

Socaholics Anonymous
DATE: Friday May 29th
LOCATION: Orange Room - 132 Queens Quay, Toronto
Featuring 2009 Stylus Nominees Jester and Soca Monarchs - Hosted by: Dr. Jay
Admission: $10.00

"It Starts With the DJ! 2.0" Seminar in Association with MANIFESTO
Sponsored by World Vision & OMDC
DATE: Saturday May 30th
LOCATION: The Second City Building, 51 Mercer Street Toronto
Doors: 12 noon – Admission: $10.00
Featuring: One on One Interview with DJ Drama

Gossip Saturdays & Stylus SpinFest presents DJ DRAMA
DATE: Saturday May 30th
LOCATION: Home Nightclub - 117 Peter St, Toronto
Featuring DJs: Ill Kidz, Legacy, Platinum Touch
Admission: $5.00 Guest list Before 11pm - $20.00 After

The BIG Ticket - MORE Meets Mojo
DATE: Saturday May 30th
LOCATION: Revival, 783 College Street W, Toronto
Featuring DJs: Agile, P-Plus, Fase, Boogieme’n, Jiggz, Sean Sax
Admission: $15.00 (Advanced Tickets)

The Stylus Exclusive VIP DJ BBQ Presented by Hip Hop Canada
DATE: Sunday May 31st - (By invite only)

The 3rd Annual Stylus DJ Trivia Gameshow - Sponsored by FUZE®
DATE: Sunday May 31st
LOCATION: Montana Restaurant & Bar, 145 John Street, Toronto
DOORS: 6 pm

Official Stylus DJ Awards After Party - Presented by Pioneer DJ Pro
Date: Monday, June 1st
LOCATION: This Is London - 364 Richmond St. W, Toronto
Featuring DJs: P-Plus, DJ Chief & from Montreal Keith Dean & DJ Payce
Doors: 10pm - Admission: $10.00 (General Public)
Free Admission with award show Ticket Stub
(Do to capacity restrictions entry is not guaranteed)

Rick Ross - "Rich Off Cocaine"

Yet another video from Rick Ross off of the album 'Deeper Than Rap' featuring Avery Storm.



I never knew hustlers, confessed in stereo
- Jeru The Damaja

Kanye on Drake:

Even though there is a friendly competeition between his own artist Kid Cudi and Toronto's own Drake, he puts all biases aside. Of course Kanye is referring to Drake's line in "Every Girl".



Nuff Respect Due Indeed!

via: October's Very Own

Double-Take ...

Halle Berry (March 2009) VS Megan Fox (June 2009)

I couldn't help but notice.

Who wore it better?




~A~

The Dream Ft. Fabolous, Juelz Santana, Rick Ross & Ludacris - "Rockin' That Thang" Remix

It's a Def Jam Affair!
RADIO KILLAAAAAAA...

The Dream - Rockin' That Thang [Remix] from mark V on Vimeo.

EVENTS: Offshoot Sample Sale

All your favorite brands and all one-of-kind stuff that you won't find in your local department store. Offshoot is having their annual Spring Sample Sale on May 30, 2009 at TOIKA BAR. Check the visual for all the deets.

New Video: Beyoncé Knowles - "Ego"

Some call it arrogance, I call it confident! Here is another Black & White Dance Video from Bey...

MELANIE FIONA “The Bridge” unveiled at Harlem Restaurant

Last night many of Toronto’s industry taste-makers gathered at Harlem Restaurant to take in a special listening session for T-dot’s own Melanie Fiona. Unveiling a number of select tracks from her upcoming debut album ‘The Bridge’, Melanie threw down an impromptu live and interactive performance providing insight to the collective mood, variety and contributions throughout the record. Starting out the night singing her smash hit ‘Give It To Me Right’ her performance and song selection didn’t disappoint from that point. Track after track offered more gems and justified the anticipation and glowing support that many have showered on this soon to be pop star - including the renowned glowing endorsement received from Kanye West himself. Perfectly fusing Rock, Soul and Contemporary R&B – Melanie showcased a flawless album with an international feel highlighted by a reggae-flavoured tune ‘AyYo’ which allowed Melanie to flaunt her ability to move a crowd. Hands were in the air after the pop-hit warmed up the audience and the heads didn’t stop nodding till well after the last ballad trailed off.

With a stellar collection of industry heavy-weight producers and song writers, there is no doubt that from start to finish, the debut LP “The Bridge” will engage a whole new audience of music lovers with its release in the Spring/Summer of ’09.

Keep your eyes fixed on this rising star, as there is no question her Cinderella Story to stardom is just beginning. You go girl… rep T-Dot hard – we got you!

via @djmanifest

Want More?

Check out Melanie's official MySpace page, where she talks about her upcoming release "The Bridge" and growing up in TO.

Who is MATEO ?

I do not know too much about this kid, but when a fellow facebooker posted this news clip I paid attention.

I followed instructions and went to the website to download the min-mixtape. This singer is talented and definitely on the come-up in a big way. He's got all the right ingredients, so it's just a matter of time!

"Oohh N Love" is a sure winner as well as "Underneath the Sky".

Download your free mixtape here: MATEO "Underneath The Sky" (Mixtape: Chapter 1)





~A~

Mixtape Madness: Drake & The Empire, The Drought Is Over: Friends With Money

In cause you can't get enough of him, here is another Drake Mixtape. Basically you are getting all the songs you didn't get on the So Far Gone Mixtape. Go ahead and get your Drizzy Fix!


via: the fader

Drake & The Empire, The Drought Is Over: Friends With Money

New!: Santigold - "Your Voice"

Santigold is on tour and coming to a city near you. She was able to find time in her busy schedule to hit the studio for this track "Your Voice". She will be performing at Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto on June 3rd with her Boyfriend Trouble Andrew and Amanda Blank. Contact LiveNation for ticket info.


via: the smoking section

Jeremih - "Birthday Sex" (Acoustic Performance)

They say there's a recession going on, so some of you ladies will only be getting "birthday sex" as your present this year. It's all good...just tell your man exactly "Where you want your gift" Lol.

On the real, This kid Jeremih Felton is the real deal. He is straight outta Chi-Town, plays several different instruments, and writes his own songs. The real video for "Birthday Sex" was shot a few weeks ago so we are expecting it any day now. I hope this live performance will hold you down till then.

Rick Ross - "Cigar Music"

Rick Ross managed to keep his shirt on for 90% of this video that was filmed on the island of St. Martin. Doesn't this video make you wish you were there right about now?

Ocean's 7 Ft. Bow Wow - "So Much Swag"

If you haven't heard by now JD has created a Supergroup called Ocean's 7. Currently the group consist of Jermaine Dupri, Johnta Austin, Brian Michael Cox, Nelly, Trey Songz, Q Da Kid, Tyrone and with Bow Wow and Usher as honorary members. Not sure if an actual album will come out of this, but here is their first video.

CONCERT RUN DOWN: Drake

via @AFMpeetah

Well well well, what a wonderful day in my neighbourhood. My apologies for the delayed review of one of the biggest concerts in TO history - I wanted to make sure I had all my thoughts together before I really got into it. So here goes 3, 2, 1...

LAMES

Besides the 100 and 1 bodies squeezing me up like a tight-ass tube sock, I really have nothing to note in this category, so you can skip along to the Fames.

FAMES

1. The energy in the venue was absolutely amazing. What four grown, semi-famous and several album-releases-deep artists couldn't pull off... one young, fresh-faced, no-album & no-video having kid from the burbs did 10 fold. Read my review of the Rick Ross crap show.
   
2. With over 2,500 eager and awaiting fans... Drake started his set, it was like one giant karaoke night lead by the world's greatest.
3. Clearly, TO loves them some Drake [period]
   
4. Lastly, I was able to get a good amount of video footage of the show... I have included it below for you viewing pleasure. And if you missed the concert, you can "Thank Me Later".
   

MOVIE PREVIEW: "Precious"

Because if I had Oprah and Tyler Perry money I would make more movies... this one though actually looks like it's worth watching and when I say watching, I mean in the THEATERS. Yeah you know, the place with the 50 foot projector screen, sticky floors, and stank-ass upholstered seats. Starring Monique, Mariah Carey and Paula Patton, "Precious" is based on the novel "Push" written by Sapphire. Watch the trailer now!



via @Roshine

K'NAAN - "T.I.A"

K'NAAN "T.I.A" music video directed by: NABIL from nabil elderkin on Vimeo.

Mos Def - "Casa Bey"

NEW!: Bobby Valentino - "Hands On Me / Just Me & You"

Justin Timberlake & Andy Sandberg - "Mother Lovers"

Happy Mothers Day!
I know I am late but I hope all you Mothers and Mothers-to-be enjoyed your day.

Mother Lovers
by yardie4lifever2

MUSIC: Melanie Fiona "Island Boy"

Something new off Ms. Melanie Fiona's upcoming album "The Bridge". Nice lover's rock vibe, really feeling this track.

Oh Sweet Baby Jesus, Tell Me This Isn't Real...

Can someone please me what in the world is going on here?



All because of a wrist band... OMG!

"SIGNS" (Short Film)

Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful! I'm a sucker for romance. This short film is a must see! Slow start but great finish.

CONCERT RUN DOWN: Rick Ross, Yung Joc, Ron Browz & Bobby V.

I am gonna have to apologize in advance as I wasn't able to make it out to the concert on time... SORRY. So I wasn't able to see any of the performances, mind you from the time I did arrive I was stuck camping out backstage, you would have thought I was in the forest.

The picture I was able to get from my partner A of Mr. Bobby V. and his naked short self was well, umm, yeah...

Moving on...

LAMES

1. The 12-year old girls looking like the concert was a casting call for Little X's next production... SMH.
2. Despite the lack of bodies in the chairs, the people that were there were acting like they were sitting in a library, eerily quite for a rap concert.
3. Bobby V.'s so-called entourage were all operating under aliases and no one could find him after he performed apparently he went into hiding.
   
4. Rick Ross walked in and out of the venue through the Zamboni garage door *LOL* and refused to talk to media.

FAMES

1. Everybody showed up and performed their asses off.
2. Ron Browz and Yung Joc were damn P-R-O-F-E-S-S-I-O-N-A-L, I am so happy to report.
   
3. The line-up and the process to obtain our media passes was efficient and ran seamlessly.
4. My praises go out to Teresa C. for organizing the drops with the artist for us, she made our experience easy and effortless.

TOFLO LOVE

VIDEO: Melanie Fiona "Give It to Me Right"

New video from Toronto native Melanie Fiona for her first single "Give It to Me Right". Check it out!

UNRELEASED VIDEO: Kanye West Ft. Mos Def & Freeway - "Two Words"

Kanye Refuses to compromise his "Art":

"This video never got played because I refused to remove the titles on it. They said people will think a TV show is going off and I said that's the whole point. Wow... even only 3 videos in to the game.... I refused to compromise my vision."
- Kanye West

Drizzy Drake Doing it up in ATL (again...)

As the days go by more and more video footage is making it's way through the internets, and this probably can be attributed to the botched attempt to live stream this performance via USTREAM... *whomp whomp*

Anywayyyy, here's Kenny Burn's perspective of the concert. Pretty decent coverage and the sound quality is tolerable.

Check Drake out in Toronto Wednesday May 13, 2009 at the SOUND ACADEMY. Tickets can be bought online at ticketmaster.com.

Rick Ross Ft. The Dream - "All I Really Want"

Rick Ross plays the part of Pablo Escobar in his new video. Shot on location in Medellin, Columbia.



Don't forget that Rick Ross will be performing @ The Hershey Center this Thursday May 7, 2009 along with Ron Browz, Bobby Valentino and Yung Joc.

NEW!: Page Ft. Drake - "I'm Still Fly"

It's Page and Drake holding it down for Tdot!
This song has been playing on Toronto airwaves for months, so it's only right that they made a video sooner than later. I love the use of The Big Tymers "Still Fly" sample in this song. Keep and eye out for the "Things Young People Do" mixtape.

Steve Carty's "POSITIVES"

World renowned photographer Steve Carty has been making pictures of the not-so-famous to the top A-list celebrities known to man since 1992.

His images have been featured in magazines such as American Photo, Jane, Maclean's and The Source to name a few and some of his most notable clients include Nike, CBC, Universal Music and Paper Denim & Cloth.

This month Steve, along with Che Kothari and Jamel Shabazz will be showcasing their work at the SMASH Gallery located at 2880 Dundas St. W. Read more information on this showing.

In commemoration of this moment in Steve's career, he is releasing his first ever published book "POSITIVES". It is a limited edition full colour book featuring Carty's best portraits, fashion and urban culture images spanning nearly 20 years. For a preview of the book, you can download a digital copy. Published by Burke's Books, limited 500 copies, each book is numbered and signed by Steve himself. Presales have already begun and will be deleivered by May 29, 2009. The cost is $120 CAD.

For more information you can email getpositives@stevecarty.com or you can visit stevecarty.com.

Old School Video of the Day: Subway feat. 702 "This Lil' Game We Play"

OMG! Who remembers this song? Before there was the Backstreet Boys or the Spice Girls, there was Subway and 702. I must have been still in grade school when this song came out, and how appropriate it's "hide and seek" and not "f*ck and freak"... LOVE IT! Who's with me?

Video: Kingston JA Murder Capital of the World

Interesting find from @CeeThePhotog via Twitter.

A 42 minute video discussing the violence in the Jamaican capital. Didn't get a chance to sit through the whole thing, but one observation that I did make and that is this white man strolling through the streets like he's some God-send trying to uncover the murder mystery... 1 murder every 6 hours *WOW* Anyway, back to your regularly schedule program.

Don't Forget: Chrisette Michelle - Epiphany

Album in stores May 5th. Pick up your copy today!

MUSIC: Kaysun Live! @ HARLEM

Kaysun was doing her live thing at Harlem this past Sunday and man, she definitely knows how to throw it down L-I-V-E. Something very few artists know how to do. Here are a few clips of her performance and if you're feeling her leave a comment.

CONTEST: Comedy Clash Jamaica vs. Trinidad Mother's Day Edition

TOFLO.com is giving away pairs of tickets to the annual Mother's Day Comedy Clash Jamaica vs. Trinidad.

Simply email us at info@toflo.com, the name of one of the featured comedians performing at this year's event.

*Contest closes on Friday May 8, 2009 @ 5:00 PM, winner will be announced here and on Twitter.com/toflo.

CONTEST: Spring Ting feat. Rick Ross, Yung Joc, Bobby V. & Ron Browz

TOFLO.com and YOTE are giving away a pair of tickets to Spring Ting happening at the Hershey Centre this Thursday May 7, 2009.

For you chance to win email us at info@toflo.com one single release from each artist on the bill.

*Contest closes on Wednesday May 6, 2009 @ 5:00 PM, winner will be announced here and on Twitter.com/toflo.

Old School Video of the Day: Gza "Cold World"

Thought I would start a new tradition here on the TOFLO.com blog. Often, I sit at my desk wondering where in the hot desert hell did music like this go? When I would hear new songs (rap, hip hop, R&B, whatever) and get overly excited and think yeah I want to play this at my wedding... LMAO. Ok not at my wedding but you know what I mean. Where there is always a soundtrack to the current events of my life or anyone's life for that matter.

If you want to dedicate a video, please do email them to us at info@toflo.com. One stipulation, the track has to be at least 9 years old. NO EXCEPTIONS :o)

So without further adieu, the first one for the day Gza with a "Cold World". Does anyone out there remember Rap City (Canadian Much Music style of course!)... LOVE IT!

Drake Live in ATL

via allthings-fresh.net

Check Drake out down in the ATL. UStream did a live streaming of the concert - umm, not the best quality but you get the idea. Check October's Very Own in the Tdot May 13, 2009 at the Sound Academy.



And here's a better one, via theyoungfreshnew.com thank you darling...

Ryan Leslie Makes "Addiction"

Link via @yourgirlsam

Not the most handsome-est in the bunch, but god damn it MAN Ryan Leslie is a musical genius. If only we could get inside this man's head when he's making these tracks... Seeing how that's not possible, here's the next best thing. And to tell you the truth I would prefer this over any lame-o music video.

DJ P Plus Website Launch Party

I can't say much about it, but I was able to grab a FEW pics and some video. Not the footage I wanted to capture - and you know there's always a story behind that (BUT I will keep it to myself this time *whomp, whomp*).

Peep the Qik videos or view the Flickr slideshow.

Love you P!

Qik Videos

Flickr Slideshow

New: Eminem - "3AM"

One of the most eerie videos I have seen in a while.
Directed by Syndrome.

The Dream - “Hater” (Lyric Video)

In case you didn't know, The Dream is one of the best song writers in the game and this video is just and exposé for his talents. The song "Hater" is only available as the i-Tunes bonus track for the Love vs Money album, but don't let it stop you from going out and getting your copy. RADIO KILLAAAAA!!!

Trey Songz - "I Need A Girl"

The 2nd single off the upcoming album "Ready".

Trey Songz - I Need A Girl - Watch more Videos at Vodpod.

Brand New: Busta Rhymes FT. Lil Wayne & Jadakiss - "Respect My Conglomerate"

Hot new video from Busta with cameos from Idris Elba, David Banner, Raekwon, Xzibit, & Tyrese and that dude from CSI: Miami.