[WEEKLY UPDATE] Bop Alloy - What's It Without You ft. Pismo & T.Lucas + Merch & more

What's It Without You (WIWY), the debut single from Winter Breaks 2, Bop Alloy's follow up to their Hip-Hop holiday classic, Winter Breaks, is Substantial & Marcus D doing what they do best. Substantial delivers contemplative, solemn bars over Marcus D's signature melancholy, jazzy rhythms. The Jazz Rap/Jazz Hop duo is joined by frequent collaborators, Pismo providing smooth vocals on the hook and T.Lucas who reflects on the recent passing of his father. WIWY is a reflection of the toll 2020 has taken on people's lives and how they've adapted to "the new normal". Marcus D states, "This is probably the first time a lot of us won’t be able to spend the holidays with our loved ones, some in different ways than others. We’ll eventually get back to normal, but for now, it’s important to keep our families safe... so if this is looking like it’s gonna be a blue Christmas for you, just know you’re not alone and Bop Alloy got your back."

Winter Breaks 2 drops December 4th on Bandcamp and December 11th on all digital streaming platforms.

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BOP ALLOY SWEATSHIRTS & HOODIES

December's here, so it's only right that we roll out our line of "Winter Breaks Ugly Sweatshirts" and other Bop Alloy merchandise. Be sure to grab yours today from our SHOP

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UPCOMING EVENTS & RECENT INTERVIEWS

This month is filled with live online performances and workshops featuring Substantial. December 3rd, Substantial Art & Music will be panelists for Scale Your Passion. Also on December 3rd, Substantial will be providing a Fly by Light Guest Workshop with OneCommonUnity.org. On December 5th, catch Substantial, Mega Ran, and more performing virtually for Pocket Con. Finally, on December 26th, Substantial Art & Music along with Creative Suitland will host their 2nd annual It's a Kwanzaa Celebration live on YouTube. 

Last week, before Thanksgiving, Sub had the pleasure of sitting down with The Bastard Sermon Podcast to talk about music, politics, health, Black Lives Matter, Kwanzaa, and more. Listen to the episode HERE. This past Sunday, Substantial linked up with the SoundMinds Podcast to catch up and talk about the NYC Underground, record deals, and feeling at home wherever there's art even though you're technically an outsider. Watch the replay now on Youtube.

Lastly, we hope you all had a safe and happy holiday weekend. Continue to take care of yourselves and our communities. Thanks for the continued support.

"I'll see you soon but talk to you sooner." - Substantial

[NEW MUSIC] Dirty Sneakers: Relaced + Substantial Live from HQ ft. T.Lucas - 10.02

This year has been a tough one, to say the least. We all want a reset after the chaos we have experienced in society; whether globally or right in your own back yard. T.Lucas & Substantial deliver a refreshing reboot of the Dirty Sneakers [EP] with their next project entitled, Relaced.  It features four unreleased songs and remixes including one from producer/drummer Jon Laine. It also includes a couple of new verses from Substantial and a soulful remix of the timely song Dropping Like Flies, that highlights social injustice. Lace-up your sneaker and come take another walk with us. 

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SUBSTANTIAL LIVE FROM HQ FEAT. T.LUCAS (DIRTY SNEAKERS EDITION)

Brought to you by Substantial Art & Music (SAM), live from SAM Headquarters a.k.a. Studio 5 at Creative Suitland, T.Lucas & Substantial performs songs from Dirty Sneakers and Relaced. Make sure you subscribe to the channel, turn on notifications, and set your reminder so you don't miss this live event.

October 2, 2020 | 5PM (EDT) | 2PM (PDT)

5PM - 5:15PM (EDT) / 2PM - 2:15PM (PDT) | Short Beat Set
5:15PM - 6:15PM (EDT) / 2:15PM - 3:15PM (PDT) | Live Performance by T.Lucas & Substantial
6:15PM - 7PM (EDT) / 3:15PM - 4PM (PDT) | Q & A Session

THIS IS A FREE EVENT. However, if you would like to make a donation you can do so using any of the following options:

CashApp: $ubartandmusic
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PayPal: PayPal.me/substantial
Venmo: @subartandmusic

[NEW MUSIC] Priest Da Nomad - Proud feat. Oddisee and Substantial

Peace World.  

New collab alert: Priest Da Nomad - Proud feat. Oddisee & Substantial |  Produced by DJ Roddy Rod

"There is a movement of quality MCS and artists coming out of the Washington DC area or as many nowadays call it, the “DMV”. What many outside of the area don’t know is that so many of these MCs are intimately connected, even if they are in different crews. Three such powerhouse MCs that are currently and separately contributing to the landscape of underground hip hop worldwide, just happen to be from this DMV area and have teamed up to simply show their pride of being conscious black men reppin' and being positive impacts on their communities. Priest Da Nomad, Oddisee, and Substantial present “Proud”, a soulful sonic collaborative bomb produced by DJ RODDYROD that will be sure to give the listener neck spasms! Enjoy!"

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[RELEASE DAY] T.Lucas & Substantial - Dirty Sneakers [EP]

DOWNLOAD OR STREAM 'DIRTY SNEAKERS' | 'DIRTY SNEAKERS' MERCH

T.Lucas and Substantial's collaboration EP, Dirty Sneakers consists of five tracks produced by Substantial with verses by T.Lucas including features by DJ RBI, JDA, and soul vocalist, Stephanie Gayle.

To many people, sneakers are a status symbol. The brand, price, and condition of your sneakers are sometimes a reflection, accurate or not, of where you are in life. Dirty Sneakers could be a symbol of the struggle, where you have been, or even your level of comfort with where you are in life. Like most things it's based on your perspective. The "Dirty Sneakers" EP takes us on an audio journey with T.Lucas as he shares the ups and downs of the path he has traveled. Every song is a metaphorical scuff or polish as we listen and attempt to walk in his shoes.

Catch Substantial and T.Lucas on Instagram Live, Friday, May 22nd at 9 PM EST for a live listening session and Q&A.

WATCH VIDEOS FROM DIRTY SNEAKERS

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MORE UPDATES

Another week, another collaboration. On top of the long-awaited release of Dirty Sneakers, Sub has recently worked with Berlin-based producer Meeco on the future classic Ode to the East Coast featuring Lofi Hip Hop vet and star of the documentary Underdogs, Awon and frequent collaborator, Stephanie Gayle. You can listen to the song now on the Substantial Collaborations 2020 playlist on Spotify. Follow the playlist so you don't miss a feature.

Are you following Substantial on Instagram? If not help him reach 10,000 followers by following him today. He's following everyone back through the weekend and if you follow him already, leave a comment on one of his recent post and he'll follow you back. Also, catch him and T.Lucas on Instagram Live tonight at 9 PM EST. 

This week is your last chance to pre-order a copy of The Real Folk Blues 7" inch Vinyl! Remember that ALL PROCEEDS will be donated to the CDC Foundation and Doctors without Borders (MSF) in support of the fight against COVID-19. 

That's all for now. See you next week and please continue to be smart and stay safe.

"I'll see you soon but talk to you sooner." - Substantial

[MUSIC] Soulful Hip Hop Playlist reaches 1K on Spotify!

A collection of classic, modern and underground Hip Hop to spark your soul.
Listen. Enjoy. Share.

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My 'Soulful Hip Hop' playlist on Spotify has just passed over 1,000 followers!

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[NEW MUSIC] T.Lucas and Substantial - Pennies to the Penthouse

On their third single, Pennies to the Penthouse, T.Lucas & Substantial celebrate working your way up from the soil to success. T.'s breezy flow glides effortlessly over Sub's funk-driven, soulful guitar chops and pounding drums.

“Pennies” represent, not only the struggle but basketball player, Anthony “Penny” Hardaway's shoe, the Air Foamposite which were popular in the DMV area. The "Penthouse" represents wealth and achievements. We all are striving to make it from “Pennies to the Penthouse". Download/Stream now.

T.Lucas and Substantial's EP entitled, Dirty Sneakers drops May 22nd and is produced entirely by Substantial. Pre-order now on Bandcamp and receive an exclusive remix of The New Balance by Jon Laine (Good Compny).

[VIDEO] Cowboy Bebop - The Real Folk Blues - Special COVID-19 Charity Arrangement

DOWNLOAD | VINYL

Anime gives back! In collaboration with Sunrise and Funimation, we are thrilled to share this star-studded tribute to the gorgeous music of Yoko Kanno and Cowboy Bebop to benefit COVID-19 Relief. Featuring over forty special guests including Yoko Kanno herself and the Seatbelts, original cast members, and a veritable who's-who of the modern game and anime industries, ALL PROCEEDS will be donated to the CDC Foundation and Doctors without Borders (MSF) in support of the fight against COVID-19. It is our joy to present this lovingly-crafted vinyl (specially mastered by renowned mastering engineer Jett Galindo of The Bakery) to fans of the Cowboy Bebop franchise at this critical juncture as an added donation incentive.

Music Direction/Arrangement - Mason Lieberman (Senior Game Audio Coordinator @ Tencent. Composer/Recording Artist on projects like RWBY, Beyblade Burst, Rising of the Shield Hero, League of Legends, Super Smash Bros, and more)

[NEW MUSIC] T.Lucas and Substantial - Wishing Well ft. Stephanie Gayle

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After an onslaught of razor sharp wordplay on their last single, DMV rapper T.Lucas takes you on a walk down memory lane as he recalls a failed relationship over lush mellow vibes produced by Jazzy, Lofi Hip-Hop vet, Substantial. Wishing Well features singer/songwriter, Stephanie Gayle who graces the song with soulful R&B vocals over snapping drums, subdued keys and live bass by Malik Hunter (Black Milk, Tall Black Guy).

This serves as another taste of T.Lucas and Substantial's upcoming EP, Dirty Sneakers' which drops in late Spring. The EP consists of five tracks produced by Substantial with verses by T.Lucas and features DJ RBI, JDA and Stephanie Gayle.

Download/Stream the new single or pre-order the Dirty Sneakers [EP] now. Also, Dirty Sneakers tees and hoodies are now available as well at SubArtandMusic.com/store. 

[NEW MUSIC] T.Lucas & Substantial - The New Balance (Live from the DMV) ft. DJ RBI

DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area MC and eight time Champ of WPGC 95.5's Mic Fight, T.Lucas lyrically spars with fellow DMV, Lofi Hip-Hop veteran, Substantial on the new single, The New Balance (Live from the DMV). The duo trade bars over a track self produced by Sub reminiscent of Golden Era 90s Boom Bap with masterful cuts by DJ RBI as the cherry on top. Lyricism, or a return to lyricism, is the new balance.

This is the debut single from T.Lucas and Substantial's collaboration EP, entitled Dirty Sneakers due to release in late Spring. The EP is five tracks produced by Substantial with verses by T.Lucas including features by DJ RBI, JDA and soul vocalist, Stephanie Gayle.

Download/Stream the new single or pre-order the Dirty Sneakers [EP] now. Also, Dirty Sneakers tees and hoodies are now available as well at SubArtandMusic.com/store. 

Please be careful and if you are unable to self quarantine, remember to practice social distancing when in public spaces.