Hard Knock Hoops w/ Dizzy Wright, Trinidad James, Dorrough, Deniro Farrar, Drumma Boy & More [Video]

Rain and large crowds at the SXSW Music Festival did not stop artists, media, industry tastemakers and fans from making their way to the launch of Hard Knock Hoops 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament on March 15, 2014 in Austin, Texas. The offspring of what was previously known as Hoop x Hang, Hard Knock Hoops serves as the event people look forward to as it culminates a busy week of showcases, networking and panels. Hard Knock Hoops 2014 did not disappoint with close games among artists like Dizzy Wright, Drumma Boy, Chase & Cashe, Dorrough, Thurz, Mibbs (Pac Div), Dee-1, Dow Jones (ThaBizness), Bizzy Crook, newcomer Deniro Farrar, and last year’s champion Trinidad James. There were plenty of highlights that were topics of conversations during the last night of SXSW festivities. The Hard Knock Hoops 2014 tournament saw Trinidad James’ Gold Gang squad take a loss in their first game, to the chagrin of his entourage looking to see the “All Gold Everything” baller defend his title. That didn’t stop the polarizing rapper and his squad from going hard through the consolation bracket, winning several more games before eventually being eliminated. The last game was an intense match-up between a team lead by L.A. based artist Thurz and Dallas native Dorrough’s Hella Yella squad. The championship game proved to be a memorable one with Thurz playing with an injured shoulder and Dorrough’s Hella Yella team finishing off the tournament with a victory. After competing for three years in this event, this was

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IsaiahThe3rd – Homeland [Free LP]

As always every gem for the great price of free.99 it is 4/20 so I’d like you to contact your local dealer and burn whatever amount you deem fit for the times..Fa†e laid the canvas and paper trail for me to sculpt classic crimes with flawless rhymes but enough badger onto the next adventure! (mediafire link will be provided if things get crazy lol) – IsaiahThe3rd Homeland by IsaiahThe3rd

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The Pyrvmids – Black American Dream [Mixtape]

Phase II of The Pyrvmids’ creative journey, through living and dreaming, led him to discover his BlackAmericanDream. Accompanied by creative director Unkle Luc, the artwork is inspired by the late Michael Jackson through the eyes of Luc. This is not just a follow up to The Pyrvmids’ previous project KYRO (Kill Young, Rest Old). This is a completely new chapter, full of life, colors and emotions continuing on The Pyrvmids sonic journey. The project is his broad canvas full of lyrical gems with South Florida artists, including fast-rising stars Denzel Curry, J. Nics and Bizzy Crook to name a few. The Pyrvmids sets the soundscape with a vibrant auditory experience. Open up your mind & soul, and experience the BlackAmericanDream.

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