Donkey Kong 64 Composer Re-Releases The Infamous DK Rap Featuring Substantial To Celebrate The Game’s 25th Anniversary

ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED!!!

I had the honor and pleasure of teaming up with legendary composer Grant Kirkhope to reimagine DK Rap on his new LP, Rare Treats: DONKEY KONG 64 Revisited.

“Donkey Kong 64 turns 25 on November 22, and Screen Rant is happy to share a way to celebrate, courtesy of game composer Grant Kirkhope and Materia Collective. On November 22, Kirkhope will release Rare Treats: DONKEY KONG 64 Revisited, a new version of the game’s soundtrack re-arranged and revisited by its original composer. The album will feature 18 tracks and will be available to stream and for purchase on CD and vinyl.

Screen Rant is thrilled to debut Kirkhope’s reimagining of the infamous “DK Rap”, this time featuring Washington DC-area-based rapper Substantial. The “DK Rap” received a harsh response when it first appeared in Donkey Kong 64, but has finally found a place in the hearts of listeners—and in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Take a listen to Kirkhope’s new take on the piece, below, and get ready to check out the full album on November 22.”

— ScreenRant

For more info, visit Materia Collective’s official website or read the full ScreenRant article.

[NEW RELEASE] Substantial 5th solo album, Adultish out now!

Happy Release Day! Adultish (Deluxe Edition), including the instrumentals, is now available exclusively on Bandcamp! Guests include Shing02, Uyama Hiroto, Mega Ran, Marcus D, Stephanie Gayle, T.Lucas, Tamera Wellons, MLLN, Javier Starks, Malcolm Jackson, DJ RBI, DJ Jav, Matthew Shell, and Black Root.

Don’t forget to pick up your official Adultish merchandise now. Some images are below.

Substantial’s new LP, Adultish (Deluxe Edition) Out Now Exclusively on Bandcamp

“Substantial‘s fifth solo studio album grapples with the tricky question of how a hip-hop artist can grow old within the culture while both retaining their creative zest and avoiding succumbing to bitterness and resentment toward younger generations. It’s a take that the Virginia-based MC and producer delivers from atop a deep vault of releases dating back to 2001’s jazz-centric debut To This Union A Sun Was Born (which features beatwork by the sadly departed Nujabes).” - Phillip Mlynar of Bandcamp

The album Adultish features a star-studded lineup of luminaries including Shing02, Uyama Hiroto, Mega Ran, Marcus D, Stephanie Gayle, T.Lucas, Tamera Wellons, MLLN, Javier Starks, Malcolm Jackson, DJ RBI, DJ Jav, Matthew Shell, and Black Root.

Adultish drops on all platforms 7.28.23

Pre-order Substantial's new album Adultish

Peace World. We are happy to announce that pre-orders are now available for my 5th solo studio album, Adultish. Details below.

Adultish explores the world of a self-described "grown-up with more growing to do" over soul/jazz sample-based production and live instrumentation. Guests include Shing02, Uyama Hiroto, Mega Ran, Marcus D, Stephanie Gayle, T.Lucas, Tamera Wellons, MLLN, Javier Starks, Malcolm Jackson, DJ RBI, DJ Jav, Matthew Shell, and Black Root.

Adultish drops exclusively on Bandcamp on July 14th, and everywhere else on July 28th.

You can also pick up exclusive Adultish merchandise now including 2LP Limited Edition vinyl, Digipak CD, USB, T-shirts, and Snapback hats.

Thanks for being a SUBporter!

New Album Update + US Tour Dates and Merch!

Peace World! Here's what's going on with my next album! 

The album master is done (Thanks Tone! You killed it!!!) and I have placed an order with Monostereo/Green Vinyl Records! If everything goes smoothly, copies should arrive to me by July with shipping taking place shortly after. I have already received the T-shirts, stickers, hats, and postcards.  All that is left to order and receive are the CDs, USB drives, and hoodies. Now it's time for some reveals...

Naturel has completed the variant cover art and here's a look at the final vinyl design! 

I'm also proud to present to you the final tracklist. Drum roll, please!!!

1. Reed Richards

2. Crutch (Cool It Now) featuring Matthew Shell

3. The Beautiful Dichotomy (Interlude) featuring Marvelous Jones

4. The Long Route featuring Tamara Wellons and DJ Jav

5. Your Man Tho

6. Grown Kids (Interlude) featuring Javier Starks

7. Salt N Pepa featuring Black Root and Marcus D

8. Play Money (Interlude)

9. Lost Touch featuring Uyama Hiroto, Javier Starks, and Shing02

10. No Per Diem 2.0 featuring Mega Ran

11. Acknowledgment (Interlude) featuring Tonedeff

12. You’ve Grown featuring MLLN

13. Ghost in A Cell featuring Stephanie Gayle and Malcolm Jackson

14. Part of My Existence (Interlude) featuring Sherm the Barber

15. 1580 featuring DJ RBI and T.Lucas

Pre-orders for the album will be available soon. Adultish drops on July 14th! 

Also, be sure to catch me on tour next month with the homie EyeQ, starting this Thursday, May 4th in Kansas City, MO. Click the banner/schedule below to grab your tickets.

Lastly, we have exclusive tour merchandise available! T-shirts, stickers, and posters! Grab yours now. Please note that some of these items, but not all, will be available on the road. Order yours now and get it signed on the road later.

I’ll see you soon but talk to you sooner!

[NEW MUSIC] Substantial - Salt N Pepa ft. Marcus D and Black Root

SUBSTANTIAL’S LATEST RELEASE “SALT-N-PEPA” FLEXES AGING GRACEFULLY OVER A MASHUP OF JAZZ HOP, BREAKBEAT, AND BALTIMORE CLUB MUSIC

Friday, April 21, 2023 (Alexandria, VA) — International Hip-Hop recording artist, Substantial’s latest single, “Salt-N-Pepa” features GRAMMY-nominated songwriter/MC, Black Root, and frequent collaborator and Bop Alloy member, Marcus D.

Salt-N-Pepa was inspired by the idea of aging gracefully in life and music. Sonically, the song draws inspiration from Baltimore Club Music and Jazz Hop. Marcus adds his signature Jazz touch on the keys while Black Root reimagines Hip-Hop legends, Salt-N-Pepa's lyrics, "Salt-N-Pepa's here" from the classic "Push It" to say "Salt and Pepper Beard". It's a little tongue-in-cheek bars, with a ton of veteran swag, wrapped in an exciting, upbeat, Hip-Hop dance track. “Look at all that wisdom!”

“Salt-N-Pepa” is from Substantial’s upcoming fifth solo album Adultish and is available today on all digital streaming platforms. Catch Substantial on tour with EyeQ this May, performing Salt-N-Pepa and more live.

[NEW MUSIC] Substantial - 1580 ft. DJ RBI and T.Lucas

SUBSTANTIAL REUNITES WITH DJ RBI & T.LUCAS ON “1580”, A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE STATION, AND PG COUNTY, MD.

Friday, March 17, 2023 (Alexandria, VA) — International Hip-Hop recording artist, Substantial is back with his latest single, “1580” which reunites him with “The New Balance (Live from The DMV)” collaborators T.Lucas and DJ RBI.

“1580” is a tribute to the late, shortlived Rap and Go-Go station, Flava 1580AM, and the ups and downs of growing up in Prince George's County, MD in the 90s. “P.G. County laid the foundation for the men we’d become and Flava 1580AM added fuel to the flames within us that pushed us to become the best MCs/artists we could be.” says Substantial. T.Lucas added “This song represents some of my fond childhood memories. One of my favorite pastimes was laying on the floor of my parent’s living room between 7 to 9 pm and listening to Flava 1580 on the AM dial. I remember hearing all the new and exciting hip-hop songs that were being released at that time in the golden era of hip-hop, the 90s. It reminds me of innocence and the simpler times”.

“1580” is from Substantial’s upcoming 5th solo album Adultish. It’s written and produced by Substantial, with additional writing from T.Lucas, cuts by DJ RBI, and synth by Tonedeff (QN5/QUINTIC), who also mixed and mastered the song and the upcoming album. “1580” drops today on all digital streaming platforms.

For more updates, tune in to Substantial Weekly live today at 12 PM ET.

[NEW MUSIC] Substantial - You've Grown ft. MLLN

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

VETERAN HIP HOP ARTIST SUBSTANTIAL RELEASES MOVING TRIBUTE TO WIFE AND SISTER WITH ‘YOU’VE GROWN’

Friday, February 17, 2023 (Alexandria, VA) — International Hip-Hop recording artist, Substantial is pleased to announce his latest single, “You’ve Grown.” The track features R&B vocalist MLLN who contributes a soulful melodic tapestry against Substantial’s three-quarter note flow and sincere lyrics. “You've Grown” featuring MLLN will be Substantial’s third single from his upcoming album Adultish due to release in April.

“You’ve Grown” was made to pay homage to and celebrate the growth and perseverance of your loved ones. The first verse honors Substantial's wife and business partner, Rachelle's creative journey, and the second verse is a tribute to his sister Lisa and her many accomplishments in spite of experiencing adversity and hardship. "I wrote this song to honor these two special women in my life. My hope is that this song finds listeners who have someone in their life to celebrate who is equally inspiring to them," says Substantial.

“You've Grown” is written and produced by Substantial, with Jonathan Smalls on bass and additional synth provided by Tonedeff (QN5/QUINTIC), who also mixed and mastered the project. “You've Grown” drops today on all digital streaming platforms.

About Substantial 

International Hip-Hop recording artist, Substantial is a Jazz Rap/Lo-Fi Hip-Hop veteran known for his collaborations with the late Nujabes, Oddisee, and others. Hip-Hop Legend Chuck D of Public Enemy referred to Substantial as “one of the great MCs of our time.” Substantial's music has reached over 50 million plays on Spotify and reached #6 on the Billboard "World Digital Sales" charts. His music videos have been featured on MTV, BET, and VH1. Substantial has created music for video games including PUBG Mobile and Arknights, TV shows, and films, including Kevin Hart's "Laugh at My Pain”. Additionally, Substantial is a two-time Hollywood Music in Media Award nominee and has performed in nearly 20 countries worldwide and currently serves as an ambassador of Hip-Hop for the U.S. Department of State and Next Level Program.

About Substantial Art & Music

Substantial Art & Music, LLC (SAM) is a multimedia organization focused on providing consulting services to the visual and performing arts community. SAM was founded in 2017, by husband and wife duo Stan “Substantial” Robinson and Rachelle Etienne-Robinson. Together they provide design and consulting services to emerging and established independent artists, entrepreneurs, and organizations. SAM provides professional advice and guidance through consultations, workshops, and webinars. SAM has facilitated workshops at Amazon headquarters in Seattle, Washington, the Hawaii State Art Museum, Pratt Institute, and Otakon. In addition, Stan and Rachelle produce and host a biweekly podcast called ARTdustry: where art meets industry. SAM has produced special events that have been featured in several media outlets like WTOP, Washington Informer, and Fox 5 DC. In 2020, SAM was named Carib Biz Network Top 50 Influential Caribbean American Entrepreneurs & Freelancers.

For more information, please visit:
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[CAMPAIGN] Adultish - Substantial’s Next LP on Kickstarter

Peace World. It’s been a while since my last email blast. I’ve been hard at work performing, teaching, traveling, and working on completing my next album.

Today, I’m proud to announce the launch of my Kickstarter campaign for Adultish, my fifth solo album. Adultish is the sonic journey of a "grown-up" with more growing to do over jazz and soul samples, chopped breaks, with some live instrumentation. The six-week campaign ends on my birthday, January 7, 2023, at 11:59 pm. Perks include vinyl records, hoodies, hats, custom beats, executive producer credit, and MUCH more. Please note that you will not be charged until the campaign concludes which means that you can back the campaign today and pay later. The goal is to raise $10K (it’s more like $8.5K but we need to account for taxes, Kickstarter fees, and failed pledges). With your support, I have no doubt that we’ll reach our goal. For more information, click the links or banner above.

I have many things to be thankful for including people like you who take the time to read messages like this. I appreciate your continued support!

“I’ll see you soon but talk to you sooner.” - Substantial

[RELEASE DAY] Substantial - No Per Diem 2.0 ft. Mega Ran

(Alexandria, VA) — Northern Virginia-based Hip Hop artist and educator, Substantial releases his latest single “No Per Diem 2.0” featuring teacher/rapper/hero, Mega Ran. The single, No Per Diem 2.0 is a song dedicated to those who are recipients of unsolicited advice. Substantial provides a soulful feel-good banger, composed of chopped gospel keys and vocals over pounding drums, 808 bass, and synth. Lyrically, the two veteran MCs rhyme about their journey as artists, following their own path in spite of doubts, conflicting advice from loved ones, and choosing integrity over checks.

No Per Diem 2.0 is now available on all DSPs. Stream/Download now. This is the first single from Substantial’s fifth solo album, Adulitsh due in February 2023.

“I am honored to be a part of my bro Substantial’s new single. For anybody chasing a dream, keep on” says Mega Ran. 

Substantial will be performing live with Mega Ran, MC Frontalot others for their east coast run of  The Octoberpus Tour. Dates and details can be found below.

10/12/22 - Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery w/ Wreck the System
10/13/22 - Alexandria, VA @ The Garden w/ Black Liquid and Twisted Distilled

Full events calendar HERE.

About Substantial 
Substantial is a Virginia-based International Hip-Hop recording artist, educator, and author from Maryland. He debuted in 2000 collaborating with the late Japanese producer, Nujabes. Legendary rapper and activist, Chuck D of Public Enemy referred to Substantial as “One of the great MCs of our time.” His soulful, jazz-infused, introspective brand of Hip-Hop music and videos has been featured on MTV, BET, VH1, several video games such as PUBG Mobile and Arknights, and films including Kevin Hart's Laugh at My Pain. Substantial currently serves as an ambassador of Hip-Hop for the US State Department and Next Level Program.

About Mega Ran
Random, aka Mega Ran, aka RandomBeats is a Teacher, Rapper, Hero, and Guinness World Record Holder. A former middle school teacher, Mega Ran (formerly Random) blends education, hip-hop, and gaming in amazing new ways, penetrating the farthest reaches of the galaxy with his unique rhyme style and electric performances. Ran cut his teeth in the city of Philadelphia as a moonlighting emcee and producer, performing, freestyle rapping, producing, and later engineering at a studio. After relocating to Phoenix, competing in the Scribble Jam emcee battle championships, and taking an early exit, Ran almost quit before he was even started, when a creative lightning bolt struck, and a fire was lit. Video games, comic books, and pop culture, all such huge factors in Ran’s upbringing, would begin to seep their way into his musical output, and the results were stunning.

About Substantial Art & Music

Substantial Art & Music, LLC (SAM) is a multimedia organization focused on providing consulting services to the visual and performing arts community. SAM was founded in 2017, by husband and wife duo Stan “Substantial” Robinson and Rachelle Etienne-Robinson. Together they provide design and consulting services to emerging and established independent artists, entrepreneurs, and organizations. SAM provides professional advice and guidance through consultations, workshops, and webinars as well as provides additional services like graphic/web design. SAM has facilitated workshops at Amazon headquarters in Seattle, Washington, the Hawaii State Art Museum, Pratt Institute, and Otakon. In addition, Stan and Rachelle produce and host a biweekly podcast called ARTdustry: where art meets industry. SAM has produced special events that have been featured in several media outlets like WTOP, Washington Informer, and Fox 5 DC. In 2020, SAM was named Carib Biz Network Top 50 Influential Caribbean American Entrepreneurs & Freelancers.