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Ian Kamau talks about the motivation for putting together his new album, his writing process, the industry and more with SFA-TV.

Previously: New Video – Kamau ‘Love It Here”

Previously: MIXTAPE: Ian Kamau “Vol. 3 – Love & Other Struggles”

Caught this on TOFLO! TSS presents 15 Minutes With Ayah. In the interview they cover her choice to pursue music over school, her 4:15 project, her upcoming work with DJ Jazzy Jeff and much more! Great look for one of T-Dot’s finest.

Doing what you want usually conflicts with doing what’s expected of you. Such was especially true for Ayah, the Palestinian singer/songwriter by the way of Toronto. Armed with a sultry voice, she forwent school so she could pursue her true passion: music. It was a risky move as so many walk down the same unbeaten path only to reach a dead end. But with a mixtape, a debut album released and a collaboration LP in the works with the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff, let’s just say she’s turned some heads. As Radric Davis would say, “bein’ indie ain’t easy,” but Ayah sure doesn’t give off that impression. The songstress sat down with the Crew’s S. Cadet to discuss her projects, upbringing and the pros and cons of being independent.

Read the full interview here!

Previous: NEW VIDEO: Ayah – In My Lifetime

Here’s the audio links for what was a great discussion on the national urban scene and its future as  part of our culture as Canadians. Shouts to CHRY 105.5 FM and Dj Manifest & Flo (Toronto Morning Live) for putting together a very formidable panel of artists, deejays and industry peers for a candid, insightful poly. Expect actual video at a later date.

1) Seg.1 – MUSIC (22:05)

2) Seg.2 – ARTS & CULTURE (19:10)

3) Seg.3 – HERITAGE (20:40)

4) INTERLUDE – DJ Grouch [CanCon Mix Set] (30:30)

5) Seg.4 – INDUSTRY (24:55)

Seen on HHC!

SFA-TV hooks up with Jungle’s T-West and chops it up about his latest viral video dedicated to BHM, the importance of the Black Canadian story and his not stopping till he becomes Dr. West.

Dope to see a young confident artist with an AUTHENTIC sense of self… not just as a rapper, but as a man.

Also peep him tonight on OTA Live! (1-3am on The New FLow 93.5 FM) as he appears as a guest on this week’s edition of Cell Therapy.

Previously: NEW MUSIC: T-West – Black History Month 2010

Seen on ILL!

WatchMojo sits down with Belly to talk about the Hot Girl joint and working with Snoop D-O-double.

Previously: New Music: Belly “What A World” (prod Boi-1da)

Some footage of J Dilla at the Roxy Blu back in 2003, professing his appreciation of Toronto. Peace to Rhyme Revolution.

There’s one catch-22 that grinds every ambitious person down: when you’re young, you’re supposed to keep hustling all the time, and, at the same time, wait patiently for success. But if recognition isn’t coming fast enough for Rich Kidd’s liking, he doesn’t show it.
His alias implies that he’s an indolent brat, and in that sense, calling Ritchie Acheampong “Rich Kidd” is like calling a fat man Tiny. Leaning in conspiratorially as the midday sun streams in the windows of a Liberty Village café, the Scarborough-born, Mississauga-raised MC and producer tells me he’s been taking hip-hop seriously since high school. After putting in work freestyling at parties and plugging away at his PC making beats, he started making connections, which judging by the range of artists he linked up with even early on — from underground GTA legends like Fatski to fellow up-and-coming Sauga rapper JD Era — is something Rich Kidd is very good at.

Peep the full article HERE!

Previously: New Music: Rich Kidd – “Shit”

Seen on 2DB!

WeStoleTheShow interviews Eternia. Very nice, candid talk about her early beginnings, influences and more.

The Godfather – Maestro talks about his “God Bless The Child” book deal, acting and the importance of networking. Dope interview courtesy of London Calling.

Download HERE!

Fresh off his feature on Luu Breeze’s “Stick For Love Pt.2” (Vote for it on The MCC); new music from Show Stephens “So Amazing”.

Enjoy.

http://www.getritemusicgroup.com

Peep a live performance/interview courtesy of Ill Cause TV after the jump!

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