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yU – Never Burning Out [Stream x Download]

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This song will be featured on an upcoming EP from Drew Dave called “Sumthin Slight”. Perspectively speaking.. What if I could get close enough to exchange in conversation with the brightest, most seasoned & experienced “star” in our realm, the Sun(or Amen-Ra), who in convo, would tell of some of the things its seen throughout the many trips around this universe. And after comparing, both the sun & I, realize that “the main thing we have in common, in our heart there’s a fire, never burning out”. *I dedicate this song to my father, Michael Willingham Sr., who just passed on Fathers Day. The song kinda reminds me of how he’d break things down to me. Of how he didn’t exactly understand my world, being 18 years older than I, but by principle, we still found things that we could relate on. As people, we all are different, but still very similar when u get to the root of things. -yU Never Burning Out by yU (The 1978ers/Diamond District)

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Uptown XO (of Diamond District) – Finding My Way [Video]

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Diamond District emcee Uptown XO releases the video version of his first single “Finding My Way” from the album “Colour de Grey”. A.B. The Pro produces, adding a percussive funk loop to XO’s introspective lyrical mood. XO explores all he’s been through – from childhood evictions and lost memories, to the battle for his soul: “Lost erything in life and had to start all over / I had to cope with the pain, now I can’t stay sober.” As always a picturesque tour of Washington DC from Uptown XO.

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Uptown XO (of Diamond District) – Colour De Grey [Album Stream]

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Uptown XO is DC through and through. Born as Jamaal Walton, XO grew up immersed the District of Columbia’s music and culture, leading to the formation of his acclaimed group with Oddisee and yU, Diamond District. Now XO is ready to unveil his Mello Music Group solo debut, Colour De Grey, which features lead single “Finding My Way.” In addition to rhymes from XO, the 14-track project comes complete with guest appearance from Messiah, AB the Pro, Docigapom, Benji, Danni and U St. Face. AB The Pro also provides production throughout the album with the exception of If I Should Die, which is produced by Drew Dave. “Get down if you know what’s up.” Colour De Grey is currently available for stream exclusively on The DJBooth, and will be available for purchase beginning January 29. Stream: Uptown XO (of Diamond District) – Colour De Grey Tracklist 01.Grey Poupon (ft. Messiah) 02.Spread Love 03.Everyday (ft AB the Pro) 04.Finding My Way 05.Salaam 06.Soul Value 07.Reflection Eternal (ft. Docigapom and Benji) 08.Poor Mans Copyright 09.They Say 10.XO Skeleton 11.Evolution (ft Ab the Pro) 12.Needs And Wants 13.If I Should Die (ft. Danni) 14.Grey Area (ft. U St. Face) Previously: Uptown XO – Flowers [Video]

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Uptown XO – Flowers [Video]

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Uptown XO continues to offer raw emotive rhymes that open windows to his world. The cold, gun toting exterior often belies the humanity behind it all. XO offers a story not unlike many with scarface dreams born of section 8, but fresh in it’s minutia the way only truth can be. The disection of this textured story’s cycle from evictions as a youth to the echos from the fridge; from the sales of kush in orange bubbles, to the understanding of how it employs the lawyers, the judges, the DA, and the jail workers; – all poignantly wrapped in the phrase “damn, ni&&as just didn’t want to flip burgers.” Earnest reflection over ill production. The sometimes morbid take on life culminates with the mantra “I got mouths to feed till they put flowers on me.” AB The Pro produces the haunting track for Uptown XO to reflect and lay relish over, while director Backie Thomas creates stark visuals, brilliant in color, framing, and movement. It’s all prelude to the new album “Colour de Grey” coming from Mello Music Group Janaury 29th. Previously: Uptown XO – Finding My Way [Audio x Download]

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Uptown XO – Occupy DC [Video]

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Another beautiful visual from Uptown XO shot and directed by Ralph Lorenzo from the clctv. This is an important visual that reflects what XO stands for as an mc. “Occupy DC” will be on the upcoming mixtape and was based of the Occupy movement going on earlier in 2012. The video asks viewers to imagine a universe where knowledge is truly dangerous. It’s a good glimpse of what’s in store for XO fans. Look for the upcoming mixtape “The Color Grey” (October 1st) and the new album “Colour de Grey” on Mello Music Group this winter! Previously: Uptown XO (of Diamond District) – ERRYBODY [Video]

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yU feat. Danedra Rowell – Dreams [Audio x Download]

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The A-side of the next installment in Mello Music Group’s 7” Series comes from Diamond District/1978er producer/emcee yU. The gruff DMV MC is known for philosophical street rap but “Dreams” takes a different route – the result a hauntingly beautiful track likely to end up on repeat. Enlisting Danedra Rowell on vocals, yU eschews the new age boom-bap that got him noticed for something closer to all of our heartstrings. Featuring no rapped bars, “Dreams” is a bittersweet ballad that is less literal than emotive. It captures that late-night, pensive feeling us music heads are very familiar with. yU is able to craft a sound that is universal and hyper-local, breaking new ground for himself musically. The drums sound like they could be on any Diamond District-related project but the melody and chords don’t sound too far from something that could find its way onto radio. Peeling back yet another layer of sound from his extensive pallet, yU is proving his versatility as a musician. “Dreams” along with the b-side “Prior Days” officially comes out on limited edition (300 copies only) vinyl 7” this Tuesday – though it is shipping early from MMG now! yU – Dreams (feat. Danedra Rowell) by yU

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