Hip-Hopera, a fusion of hip-hop and opera, is proof of the old adage “opposites attract”. Though exceedingly rare in the history of hip hop, it seems set to sweep the entire nation by storm, from college radio stations to the trunks of hoodlums in the inner city. In terms of buzz-worthiness, I’d compare it to a collaboration between Lil B, Childish Gambino, Paul Potts, Susan Boyle and that Astro kid from X-Factor. But don’t just take my word for it, listen to Diamond Blackfan‘s “Carmen” below:
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Steam Whistle is running their next Unsigned Music series on June 1st at the Roundhouse and they’re featuring Katuwapitiya.com favourites Cai.ro as well as The Wilderness of Manitoba and Amos The Transparent. Tickets are $5 at the door and proceeds go to the Artist Health Centre Foundation.
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Oddisee- Man I Used To Be
2012 looks to be Oddisee's year
Oddisee remixes one of my favourite tracks from K-Os, one of my favourite Toronto rappers, on his newest EP of remixes Odd Renditions, which was released today and is available to download for free straight from his bandcamp. Also check out his Marvin Gaye remix that I posted a few days ago, straight fire.
The Neighbourhood – Sweater Weather
Loving this summery (despite its chorus) pop track. The imagery and style is sort of like a PG-radio-friendly version of The Weeknd. As strange as that sounds, I mean it as a compliment. You can download their EP I’m Sorry… here.