[RELEASE DAY] Substantial - Bridges (Instrumentals)

NOW AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD AND STREAMING EVERYWHERE

Veteran, Lofi Hip-Hop MC and producer, Substantial releases the Bridges (Instrumentals) EP, a collection of beats, originally produced for Houston based rapper, W3alth's debut EP. Since Substantial began releasing his production in 2018 (Seeds, The Garden, Substantial Sundays Vol. 1 and Nakagyo [Kyoto]), his output has been quite prolific. Bridges (Instrumentals) is another example of Substantial's musical growth as he continues to refine his sound and add to his legacy. 

In case you missed it, you can also listen to the original project, Bridges by W3alth & Substantial, HERE.

CALL TO ACTION

Two things: 1. Post a video/photo of your favorite local bridge on Instgram using your favorite beat from the project as background music for a chance to win an official Substantial hoodie. Don't forget to tag @substantialmusic. Here's an example. 2. Be sure to leave a review/comment on what platform you're enjoying the project on and don't forget to like and share. 

Thank you guys so much for being SUBporters!

NEW MUSIC: Substantial -Live From A3C ft. T.Lucas [PATREON EXCLUSIVE]

(S. Robinson, T. Lucas) Produced by Substantial Written by Substantial & T. Lucas Mixed & Mastered by Substantial Full track available exclusively on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/substantial Follow @TLucas301 on Soundcloud

Peace World!

I'm excited to share with you all the first Patreon x SUBporter Exclusive: Substantial - Live from A3C ft. T.Lucas (Produced by Substantial). Check out the snippet and be sure to become a patron to listen the whole track and get access to other exclusive music/content.

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About T.Lucas
T.Lucas is a dope rapper from the DMV who describes his style as “Concentrated rhymes for contemplative minds.” FUN FACT: I use to be in a group with T back in High School. He's currently working with Substantial Art & Music for his upcoming project. There's a chance this may make it onto a project I'm producing for him in the future. Stay tuned for details

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[NEW MUSIC] Loopin' (Lupin) produced by Substantial

New music produced by Substantial! Loopin'(Lupin) aa jazz infused instrumental break with all of the intrigue and adventure found in the classic anime Lupin the Third which Substantial sampled to create this track.

“This is a track I produced, flipping music from the classic anime Lupin III. The homie DJ AAROCK originally made a beat using the sample but lost the files. I asked him to send me the original sample so I could flip an updated version and add some more flavor to it. ”

— Substantial

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Catch Substantial at Blerdcon with Asheru and DJ AAROCK (Edo Bushido) performing live Saturday, July 28th with Mega Ran. They'll be at Blerdcon the entire weekend so be sure stop by their booth for merchandise, photo opps and more. 

[NEWS] Two songs from 'The Garden' featured on official Spotify Playlists

Exciting news: For the first time, my music has been added to playlists officially curated by Spotify! This is a big deal. How big? 5 weeks ago, I had 18,000+ month listeners. A week after being featured on these playlist, I have 70,000+! Check both playlist below.

FRIENDLY REMINDER: The Garden is OUT NOW!

[NEW MUSIC] Funky DL - Trinity ft. Cise Starr & Substantial

Newness from the homie Funky DL featuring Cise Starr of CYNE & yours truly, Substantial!

“As the official lead single from Funky DL’s forthcoming Blackcurrent Jazz 3 album, “Trinity” not only serves as the song title, but also the name of a woman, who during the track makes three phone-calls to vent on her failing relationship. Reluctant to heed the advice given, each Rapper passes her onto the next for the subsequent artist to persuade her to come to her senses. Trinity features the Gainesville, Floridian Cise Starr from the Hip-Hop Crew “Cyne”, as well as hip-hop veteran, Substantial of Maryland origin. With all three MC’s individually renown to bring some of the purest underground hip-hop to the masses, it’s no secret that they are also each known for their notable and successful collaborations with the late Japanese Producer Nujabes. Produced by Funky DL and musically reminiscent of The Pharcyde’s and J Dilla’s Hip-Hop classic “Runnin”, the track paces from verse to verse over a sweet 2-bar samba styled guitar loop backed with Latin percussion, subtle piano, gentle horns and a snappy drum groove, which pulsates rhythmically and effortlessly around all the instruments. This track has it all, from musical magic to lyrical substance and sees the trio of MC’s delivering expressions not uncommon from what occurs in the day-to-day lives of many. It’s rare that this particular trio of MC’s get on the same track together, in fact it has only ever happened once before on the Marcus D produced, “Night On The Town”, but hopefully there will be much more in the future from this powerful lyrical trinity.”

— Washington Classics

Lyric video below...

Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music and more!  #MyFriendsAreDope

[Release Day] Substantial 'The Garden' OUT NOW!

Social Justice, Family, Education, and good vibes are just a few of the topics covered by prolific emcee, artist, and educator, Substantial, hailing from the Washington, D.C. area. For nearly 20 years, he’s given you stellar production paired with phenomenal lyrical commentary, working with legendary producers such as Oddisee and Nujabes, though many times finding himself at the helm of his production and that of others.  

With his latest release, The Garden, we see him highlight those skills providing a soundtrack to our social lives to be talked about for years to come. It’s an audible experience transcending sound by inspiring visual experiences via the album art and physical experiences through dance and movement the music naturally encourages. The melodies and instrumentation have a home in any setting. The bare tracks are fertile ground for the birth of classic soundtracks, radio hits, or scores. It is a timeless experience with a modern approach.  On May 18th audiences will finally receive what they’ve been asking for. The full debut of The Garden, available everywhere.

Due to an overwhelming demand for an earlier release of the full album, a single, Beyond The Stage, an airy, virtual voyage into the nightlife beyond mics, stage lights, and soundboards, was released in late April courtesy of YouTube powerhouse music channel Chillhop Music. Substantial states that BTS "is an organic, melodic interpretation of the heartbeat of the nightlife. The things that motivate the players, socialites and everyone else in the scene, scouring hole in the wall lounges and bars in search of the perfect vibe." Listeners are taken to another place.

That place and its accompanying vibe, will be crafted for guests at the Prince Georges African American Museum and Cultural Center on June 22nd as Substantial and special guests, Awon, DJ Jav, DJ ETN and more present, The Garden, a family-friendly sensory experience listening party.

[NEW MUSIC] Substantial - Beyond The Stage (feat. Uyama Hiroto & Stephanie Gayle)

Maryland's own Substantial is back with the self produced single, Beyond the Stagefeaturing Uyama Hiroto and Stephanie Gayle (formerly known as Steph The Sapphic Songstress. This is the third single release, which includes the only vocal track on Sub's debut instrumental album, The Garden. 

Last week we released the instrumental version on YouTube via our good friends at Chillhop Music. You can now stream both versions on your favorite music streaming services listed below.

Stream or Download: AMAZON | APPLE MUSIC | BANDCAMP | GOOGLE PLAYSPOTIFY | SOUNDCLOUD | TIDAL | YOUTUBE 

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PRE-ORDER: AMAZON | BANDCAMP | GOOGLE PLAY | iTUNES

MORE ABOUT THE GARDEN:

Substantial defines The Garden, his debut instrumental LP, as a photo album. A collection of self produced instrumentals and photography featuring Uyama Hiroto, Marcus D, Malcolm Jackson, Mason Lieberman, Stephanie Gayle and Gerson Zaragoza. This is a new chapter in his nearly 20 year career, bringing his other talents to the forefront to give a more complete picture of his artistry. 

Substantial attended Suitland High School's Center for Visual & Performing Arts. During his time there, is where he began producing beats using two gemini DJ samplers and an old cassette deck. After graduating, he attended Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY where he began making a name for himself as a MC while producing, so he would have original tracks to rhyme to. Over the years, working with producers such as Nujabes, Oddisee, M-Phazes, Kno of Cunninlynguists and others, he has become known not only for his introspective lyrics but his ear for beats. After working on production in the shadows and teaching music production to teens for years, Substantial is ready to bring his beats into the light and debut as a producer. 

 Visually, The Garden's album art is centered around photos of flowers captured mostly at the Bronx Botanical Garden over a two year period. Each flower is coupled with an instrumental, symbolizing his growth as an artist and his diverse creativity.