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[NEWS] Substantial Signs Deal with HiPNOTT Records - Download New Track 'Splendor'

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 4, 2014

MARYLAND MC SUBSTANTIAL (OF BOP ALLOY)
SIGNS DEAL WITH HiPNOTT RECORDS

DOWNLOAD THE PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED TRACK
"SPLENDOR"
PROD BY SATELLITE 12 (MEGADEMUS & R.M.S.)

HiPNOTT Records is proud to announce today that we have signed a multi project deal with Maryland MC Substantial. This deal solidifies Substantial as a HiPNOTT recording artist and enables him to be one of the premier artists on the label. "Signing Substantial to HiPNOTT was a no brainer. Along with talent and experience, Substantial brings a big fanbase with him to the label. He has a very genuine personality and his style fits in perfectly with what we represent at HiPNOTT. We welcome him to the family with open arms!" Kevin Nottingham, owner of HiPNOTT Records. As a 13 year veteran in Hip Hop, Substantial is probably best known for his work with legendary Japanese producer Nujabes and his duo Bop Alloy with Marcus D. He has collaborated with the likes of Oddisee, Kool Herc, Cunninlynguists, Bootsy Collins, and many more. His 2012 album, Home Is Where The Art Is (Mello Music Group), was revered by hip hop fans worldwide. In 2015, look out for a trio of EPs to be released from Substantial; each produced by different producers. Closing out the year will be his next official full length album. To celebrate in today's announcement, we are unearthing a previously unreleased track, "Splendor", produced by Satellite 12 (Maga Demus & R.M.S.) for Red Planet Music. http://www.iamsubstantial.com/ http://www.hipnottrecords.com/artist/substantial https://twitter.com/substizzle https://www.facebook.com/SubstantialMusic

HiPNOTT Records is proud to announce today that we have signed a multi project deal with Maryland MC Substantial. This deal solidifies Substantial as a HiPNOTT recording artist and enables him to be one of the premier artists on the label.

"Signing Substantial to HiPNOTT was a no brainer. Along with talent and experience, Substantial brings a big fanbase with him to the label. He has a very genuine personality and his style fits in perfectly with what we represent at HiPNOTT. We welcome him to the family with open arms!" Kevin Nottingham, owner of HiPNOTT Records.

As a 13 year veteran in Hip Hop, Substantial is probably best known for his work with legendary Japanese produce Nujabes and his duo Bop Alloy with Marcus .  He has collaborated with the likes of Oddisee, Kool Herc, Cunninlynguists, Bootsy Collins, and many more. His 2012 album, Home Is Where The Art Is (Mello Music Group), was revered by hip hop fans worldwide.

In 2015, look out for a trio of EPs to be released from Substantial; each produced by different producers. Closing out the year will be his next official full length album.

o celebrate in today's announcement, we are unearthing a previously unreleased track, "Splendor", produced by Satellite 12 (Megamus & R.M.S.) for Red Planet Music. Grab the free download below.

FREE DOWNLOAD

ABOUT SUBSTANTIAL:

When Stan B. Robinson was given the moniker, Substantial, the Maryland born MC was anxious to know why the name was chosen for him. His friend replied, “It’s a word with many meanings, mostly positive. Real, strong, essential, influential. It represents the music you make.” The bar was set high from the onset.

With his 1st album, To This Union A Sun Was Born (Hyde Out Productions) Substantial delivered a critically acclaimed debut album after being sought out by the late Nujabes, who also produced most of the record. His 2nd album and QN5 Music debut, Sacrifice, also well received, landed him on MTV, BET & VH1.  When Sub’s 3rd album, Home Is Where The Art Is was released by Mello Music Group in 2012, Ebony.com said “you need this in your life if you’re a lover of hip-hop.”  Substantial has also released several mixtapes, group projects and compilations including his popular tribute to Philadelphia songstress, Jill Scott, entitled Jackin’ Jill.

Mello Music Group Producer/MC Oddisee had this to say about his DMV brethren: “Substantial got an ill flow. His cadence is so rhythmic, so razor sharp and it’s so consistent… But the subject matter of the music isn’t compromised by him always trying to deliver some pristine delivery …you get style and substance.”

His top notch skills and unique baritone vocals have taken him around the globe touring various countries in Asia, Europe & North America. He has collaborated with a long list of artists which includes names like the legendary Godfather of Hip Hop, Kool Herc, Bootsy Collins, all-star rockers Gene Simmons & Bruce Kulick of KISS, Oddisee, CunninLynguists, GRAMMY nominated singer/songwriter Carolyn Malachi, Marcus D & electronic music producers Chew Fu & Ferry Corsten to name a few.

With a slew of accomplishment under his belt in the music industry, what Substantial is most proud of his youth advocacy work with children, teens and young adults. He has and still, in some cases, facilitates Hip Hop based programs for organizations such as Covenant House, Baltimore City & Prince George’s County Public Schools, & Maryland-National Park & Planning Commission in Washington, DC & Maryland.

Adding a new chapter to his quietly impressive career, Substantial has returned to the studio to work on his 4th solo album. The new LP will feature production from Oddisee, Marcus D, Algorythm (of The Stuyvesants), & The Other Guys. Given his track record so far, you know Substantial will live up to his name and set the bar higher this time around.

CONNECT WITH SUBSTANTIAL:

TWITTER HANDLES:

  • @substizzle
  • @HiPNOTT

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[AUDIO] HiPNOTT Records Presents The Platform EP

Peace World. Check out the latest news from brothers at HiPNOTT Records. Big news coming soon from Substantial & HiPNOTT coming soon. Enjoy & stay tuned!

ABOUT THE EP
HiPNOTT Records has partnered with UK’s DJ Crank to bring to you The Platform: HiPNOTT Radio. Each Friday evening, DJ Crank will be playing the hottest underground Hip Hop selections along with the newest HiPNOTT joints. This is a radio show that you won’t want to miss!

To celebrate the debut of the show, we’re offering a free download of some of our biggest hits from this year in The Platform EP. Included in the EP are tracks from The Regiment, The Other Guys, Amiri, MarQ Spekt, SciFi Stu, Price Stylez, Carolina Dirty, and P.SO the Earth Tone King. Download it now below and tune into The Platform each Friday evening at 5pm Eastern Time at radio.hipnottrecords.com.

[MUSIC] Fjer - Children (QN5 RMX) ft. Substantial & DJ JS-1 [Produced by Tonedeff]

Fresh off the release of the music video, Tonedeff dons his producer cap to provide an exclusive “QN5 RMX” of Fjer’s “Children” single.

Tonedeff provides his "QN5 RMX" of "Children" - the first single from Fjer's forthcoming conceptual EP, Beautiful Home. Featuring a guest appearance by Maryland's Substantial and Rocksteady Crew's DJ JS-1, Tonedeff flips the restraint of the original track into a bombastic, sample-laden break-fest, with scratches and triumphant synth stabs layered over Fjer's wilting piano riff and wistful vocals.

Enlisting the additional talents of QN5’s Substantial and Rocksteady Crew’s DJ JS-1 to add even more flavor, Tonedeff flips the eerie restraint of the original track into a bombastic, sample-laden break-fest with cuts galore and triumphant synth stabs layered over the Danish singer/songwriter’s wilting piano riff and wistful vocals. This one’s definitely not to be missed.

“Children” is taken from Fjer’s forthcoming concept EP, Beautiful Homewhich you can pre-order right now via Bandcamp.

REMIX CREDITS:
Written by: Fjer & Substantial
Produced By: Tonedeff
Scratches: DJ JS-1

DOWNLOAD “CHILDREN” @: [iTUNES]  [AMAZON]  [BANDCAMP]
PRE-ORDER THE EP @: [BANDCAMP]
FOLLOW FJER @: [FACEBOOK]  [TWITTER]  [INSTAGRAM]  [YOUTUBE]

[MUSIC] The Other Guys – Seeds of Ambition (Album Stream)

After years of producing for artists such as Homeboy Sandman, Substantial, Tanya Morgan, Sadat X (Brand Nubian), yU, and Fresh Daily as well as releasing their music independently, DMV duo The Other Guys sign to HiPNOTT Records to release their official debut album, Seeds of Ambition.

Fully produced by The Other Guys, Seeds of Ambition includes features from yU (of Diamond District),Substantial, as well as Tanya Morgan on the lead single “Blow My Mind”.

Seeds of Ambition is available now on HiPNOTT Records. Grab the album at iTunes (mp3) and UGHH(Compact Disc) and stream the album in its entirety on Bandcamp and DJBooth.

STREAM THE ALBUM

PURCHASE THE ALBUM:

ABOUT THE OTHER GUYS:

Mighty Joe & Isaiah “Insanate” Mensah are the alternative hip hop group The Other Guys, and yes before you ask, their name predates the Will Ferrell movie. The two musicians are both cousins and hail from the Washington, DC area. The Other Guys began producing together back in 2006. They have produced for and worked with artist such as Homeboy Sandman, Substantial,Tanya Morgan, Sadat X (Brand Nubian), yU, and Fresh Daily.

In 2012, The Other Guys walked away from panhandling beats to underground artist, and began releasing their own EPs independently. “The Other Album” which they released in 2012 was received with critical acclaim. Their Instrumental project “The Week EP” was rated as one of the Top 25 Instrumental Projects of 2013 by DEADENDHIPHOP.

Utilizing an eclectic assortment of samples, live drums, analog keyboards, and discussing “everyday man” issues, The Other Guys’ music is a testament to what hip-hop music used to be, as well as what it could be.

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[MUSIC] Bop Alloy (Substantial & Marcus D) 'Waiting Room (Freestyle)

Peace World. New music from Bop Alloy...

RATE THIS SONG: http://www.djbooth.net/index/tracks/review/bop-alloy-waiting-room-freestyle/ While touring the U.S. this past spring, emcee Substantial and beatsmith Marcus D. managed to step into the studio together for the first time since releasing Another Day in the Life Of…, their sophomore album under the Bop Alloy banner. The result, making its world premiere on our front page, is a brand new freestyle titled Waiting Room. Behind the boards, Marcus creates an atmosphere that’s “part pimp, part doctor’s office waiting room circa early-‘70s.” Sub adapts his flow to the laid-back instrumental, reeling off agile, intricate bars without breaking a sweat. Waiting Room isn’t part of a larger set, but we’ll keep you posted on the underground twosome’s plans as further details emerge. - DJBooth.net Waiting Room Instrumental originally featured on 'Another Day in the Life of...". Album available on Bandcamp: http://bopalloy.bandcamp.com Lyrics: Yes it Is I back with my guy our styles collide Try to imitate or deny this fly shit we provide… Ya gotta be dumb, the lottery y'all just won, start turning them headphones up And feel the allure of what we record we can't be compared to none So called elite ones, Nor the cretins We see their hunger and they're bitin but none of 'em eatin Uh-un, don't care where you're from star you'll never be us My lyrics are mags and you'll need a rag to sop up their wack ass... Trust issues because music been misused, but we are the Vishnu Of this ish dude, our music uplifts you as you continue to climb And shine as bright as I’m or until stars resign Mind’s Einstein with rhymes fresher than thyme or pine Been in my prime with spittin design to give you classic tunes Get in our way get hit with this spray that gives you acid wounds Original man with lyrics and plans unlike these average coons Hurling these bombs, the world in palm, I’m bout to grab the moon Then I’ll get Mars, hit’em with bars, scratch that, harpoons Hit’em so hard, get visions of stars at 3 in the afternoon We puttin it down, ain’t fucking around with these rap baboons Don’t monkey around with none of them clowns national lampoon’s But we’re a national treasure, put that on your ledger, Make sure that it’s bold in capital letters, feeling like Hannibal Lecter It’s on should’ve been warned, yall are just entrees to us Far from the norm of what we perform, it’s just spontaneous I get lost in the moment, told‘em I am prone to black out Bars as good as gold and I’m the chosen, mo’ than what they rap bout To my father I am beholden, suppose that I would’ve told’em That I’ve been posin’... after the scolding probably would’ve got smacked out I don’t act out, I don’t act up I ain’t acting That ain’t what my life bout I am active, I’m bout action Fuck them what they chat bout need to wrap up all that rappin’ Runnin circles round these bamas man I’ll lap them and they’re faction… Facts friend!

Taken from DJBooth.net:
While touring the U.S. this past spring, emcee Substantial and beatsmith Marcus D. managed to step into the studio together for the first time since releasing Another Day in the Life Of…, their sophomore album under the Bop Alloy banner. The result, making its world premiere on our front page, is a brand new freestyle titled Waiting Room. Behind the boards, Marcus creates an atmosphere that’s “part pimp, part doctor’s office waiting room circa early-‘70s.” Sub adapts his flow to the laid-back instrumental, reeling off agile, intricate bars without breaking a sweat. Waiting Room isn’t part of a larger set, but we’ll keep you posted on the underground twosome’s plans as further details emerge.

RATE THIS SONG: www.djbooth.net/index/tracks/revi…g-room-freestyle/

Waiting Room Instrumental originally featured on 'Another Day in the Life of...". Album available on Bandcamp: bopalloy.bandcamp.com

Lyrics:
Yes it Is I back with my guy our styles collide
Try to imitate or deny this fly shit we provide…
Ya gotta be dumb, the lottery y'all just won, start turning them headphones up
And feel the allure of what we record we can't be compared to none
So called elite ones, Nor the cretins
We see their hunger and they're bitin but none of 'em eatin
Uh-un, don't care where you're from star you'll never be us
My lyrics are mags and you'll need a rag to sop up their wack ass...
Trust issues because music been misused, but we are the Vishnu
Of this ish dude, our music uplifts you as you continue to climb
And shine as bright as I’m or until stars resign
Mind’s Einstein with rhymes fresher than thyme or pine
Been in my prime with spittin design to give you classic tunes
Get in our way get hit with this spray that gives you acid wounds
Original man with lyrics and plans unlike these average coons
Hurling these bombs, the world in palm, I’m bout to grab the moon
Then I’ll get Mars, hit’em with bars, scratch that, harpoons
Hit’em so hard, get visions of stars at 3 in the afternoon
We puttin it down, ain’t fucking around with these rap baboons
Don’t monkey around with none of them clowns national lampoon’s
But we’re a national treasure, put that on your ledger,
Make sure that it’s bold in capital letters, feeling like Hannibal Lecter
It’s on should’ve been warned, yall are just entrees to us
Far from the norm of what we perform, it’s just spontaneous
I get lost in the moment, told‘em I am prone to black out
Bars as good as gold and I’m the chosen, mo’ than what they rap bout
To my father I am beholden, suppose that I would’ve told’em
That I’ve been posin’... after the scolding probably would’ve got smacked out
I don’t act out, I don’t act up I ain’t acting
That ain’t what my life bout I am active, I’m bout action
Fuck them what they chat bout need to wrap up all that rappin’
Runnin circles round these bamas man I’ll lap them and they’re faction…
Facts friend!

Listen. Enjoy. Share.

Stay in Peace.
Sub/Stan

[PLAYLIST] Substantial's Top 10 Favorite J Dilla & Tracks

Peace World. In honor of my all-time favorite producer, J Dilla & my former producer/collaborator, Nujabes, I’m celebrating their legacy with a list of MY FAVORITE songs by each of them. Enjoy and comment with your favorites.

Peace World. In honor of my all-time favorite producer (J Dilla) & my former producer/collaborator (Nujabes), I’m celebrating their legacy with a list of MY FAVORITE songs by each of them. Enjoy and comment with your favorites. The Pharcyde - ‘Runnin’ [Prod. J Dilla] Nujabes - ‘Ordinary Joe’ ft. Terry Callier J-Dilla - ‘Think Twice’ ft. Dwele Nujabes - ‘World Without Words’ Jack McDuff - ‘Oblighetto (Remix)’ [Prod. J Dilla] Nujabes - ‘Horizons’ Common - ‘It’s Your World’ [Prod. J Dilla] Nujabes - ‘Next View’ ft. Uyama Hiroto [REPLACED] Bilal – ‘Reminisce’ ft. Mos Def & Common [Prod. J Dilla] w/ Body Movin (My next favorite track w/ J Dilla) Nujabes – ‘World’s End Rhapsody’ From my twitter account earlier today… "Happy Born Day to the late greats, J Dilla & Nujabes. Thanks for the music, memories and inspiration." Stay in Peace. Sub/Stan

The Pharcyde - ‘Runnin’ [Prod. J Dilla]
Nujabes - ‘Ordinary Joe’ ft. Terry Callier
J-Dilla - ‘Think Twice’ ft. Dwele
Nujabes - ‘World Without Words’
Jack McDuff - ‘Oblighetto (Remix)’ [Prod. J Dilla] 
Nujabes - ‘Horizons’
Common - ‘It’s Your World’ [Prod. J Dilla]
Nujabes - ‘Next View’ ft. Uyama Hiroto
[REPLACED] Bilal – ‘Reminisce’ ft. Mos Def & Common [Prod. J Dilla] w/ Body Movin (My next favorite track w/ J Dilla)
Nujabes – ‘World’s End Rhapsody’

From my twitter account earlier today…
"Happy Born Day to the late greats, J Dilla & Nujabes. Thanks for the music, memories and inspiration."

Stay in Peace.
Sub/Stan