Directed by Francis Garcia.

In theory I think touching this song is blasphemous but some theories are meant to be tested, and Ebrahim just made a pretty compelling argument.

Dope.

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Previously: VIDEO: Ebrahim “The Most Beautifulest Thing In This World”

Directed by Jason Gosbee.

Frankie let’s off full visuals and deejay pack for his sick collabo with Andreena Mill.

Beat by Snaz.

Who are we? Why are we here? How do we survive?

We all struggle over these questions. Trying to find ourselves, our purpose! In this way we are connected. Everyone has a different path. It’s just that all paths are going in the same direction. All of the things that separate us are illusions. Colour, demographics, belief, these are only surface reflections of the true source of our division. The imaginary difference between rich, and poor. There are two worlds, two realities. One will never touch the other and the other will have unlimited access to both. Because in a rich mans reality, for the wrong choice he might face disgrace, embracement, or maybe punishment. But in a poor Mans world, for the wrong choice he will face death, hunger, and imprisonment. We all understand this, even if we don’t acknowledge it, more then many of us are ready to die for a chance to access an untouchable, unrealistic, reality.

Once again Frankie Payne is back with an emotionally charged hard hitting masterpiece of unprecedented detail, Raining in Toronto. Featuring the soulful sultry Voice of Andreena Mill, Frankie Payne delivers a true description of everyday events happening in the hood and how the affect us all. Following the huge success of “My Life” (featuring Saukrates) and the ever growing buzz of the Freedom Writers Collective, Frankie Payne wanted to re-introduce this classic tale showcasing his clever, visually inspiring lyrics and legendary story telling ability. Over a powerful and moving musical composition, courtesy of Snaz (Andreena Mill “la la la”, French Montana, Dame Grease etc.) and with clever, well thought out visual concepts courtesy of Jason Gosbee (Second place winner of the youtube International Film competition, White Collar Criminals, OMG (TV Movie). Frankie Payne takes us on a journey through the ghettos of Toronto, Capturing the emotions, and realities of the people who live and breathe them. Raining in Toronto stands as a metaphor representing the depression, and oppression, that can only be understood if experienced. Because this where hope is born. The same places where bullets fly and mothers cry. Because we  don’t  have  to die!

Previously: NEW VIDEO: Frankie Payne feat. Saukrates “My Life” (Directed by Tess Francis of IHP Media)

Footage of Rich Kidd opening up for J. Cole @ Sound Academy earlier this year. These visuals are also part of an upcoming documentary entitled “Toronto Summers” from J.Walk (I see you Julian!).

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Previously: FEATURE: Rich Kidd w/ HipHopCanada.com (HHC Spotlight)

Ladies Love Cool Breeze lol. Via The Segment.

What’s your ethnicity?
My mother is from north Preston, Nova Scotia and father is Jamaican.

What makes you more than just a pretty face?
Umm I would say my personality is also something females tend to like about me..I’m a funny dude once you get to know me..but I can be an asshole when it’s deserved.

Single or taken?
I’m married to music and money as cliche as that sounds lol

What’s the secret to satisfying you in the bedroom?
The secret to satisfying me is to be comfortable and feel beautiful. Be willing to let your inner freak out..Ill take care of the rest..(That sounded like something an r&b singer would’ve said lool)

When you look at a woman, what is the first thing you notice?
Well like most men ..I notice her beauty whatever beautiful is to you..That’s what I notice first and then everything else after.

READ THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE

Off Perfect Strangers (below if you missed it).

Previous: MIXTAPE: Littles The General & Syph – Perfect Strangers (Hosted by DJ Gutta)

Cool likkle vid that serves two purposes: gives you a taste of Brendan Philip‘s new joint “Wait” as well as takes a look behind the scenes of a recent photo shoot. Purple skies are cool.

Previous: NEW VIDEO: Brendan Philip – You Just Have Me

Preview HERE!

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New Shing Shing Regime – “Spring(Shing) Training” – produced by Cee Self 7.

Off their upcoming “Invincible Swordplay EP”.

Also peep the EP artwork by emmy-award winning artist and comic book legend “Dawud Brotherman” Anyabwile after the jump!

Previously:NEW MUSIC: Shing Shing Regime “Queen Of The Last Monarchy”

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2011 Stylus DJ Award nominees were officially released today. Here are the music categories. Hit the jump for the official press release and visit www.stylusgroup.ca for the full list of nominees! CONGRATS to all the 2011 nominees!

Canadian Hip Hop Single of the Year
A Game                                    What Chu Saying
Charlie Brown                            Reality ft. P Reign, JRDN, Belly, Big Lean
Drake                                       Miss Me ft Lil’ Wayne
JD Era                                      Fame and Fortune ft. Lokz
Kardinal Offishall                      The Anthem
Rich Kidd                                  Take It Slow
Shad                                       Rose Garden
SonReal                                   Already There ft. Rich Kidd

Canadian R&B Single of the Year
Andreena Mill                            La La La
Glenn Lewis                              Good One
JRDN                                       You Can Have it All
Kim Davis                                 I Don’t Need A Hero
Melanie Fiona                            Ay Yo
Ray Robinson                            Just For The Night ft. Kid Kut
Tanika Charles                          Silly Happy Wild
Untitled                                   Island Girl ft Kardinal Offishall

Canadian Dance/Pop Single of the Year
Aleesia                                    Not That Girl
BoomBox Saints                        She Got It
Danny Fernandes                      Automatic
Divine Brown                            Sunglasses, (Cajjmere Wray Tribal Luv Remix)
Keshia Chante                          Table Dancer
Melanie Fiona                           It Kills Me Remix (The Headbanga Remix)
Mia Martina                              Stereo Love
Shawn Desman                         Night Like This

Canadian Producer of the Year presented by HP
Bassline                                   What Chu Saying, A Game
Boi -1 da                                 Over, Drake
Nineteen85                              Let Me Go, Shaun Boothe
Noah “40” Shebib                     Fancy Drake ft T.I & Swizz Beats
Rich Kidd                                 Silly Happy Wild, Tanika Charles
T Minus                                   Moment 4 Life, Nicki Minaj ft Drake

Artist Mixtape of the Year
King Reign                                Reign Music Volume #1
Rich Kidd                                  We On Some Rich Kidd Sh*t Vol 4: The Boiling Point
Blake Carrington                        Love Is A Risk
SonReal                                   The Lightyear Mixtape
P. Reign                                   When It Rains It Pours
Luu Breeze                               Silence of the Lambs Vol. 1

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Jus Randy takes us on a quick historical journey from his early beginnings with BrassMunk to his upcoming project with producer Gameboy.

Previously: NEW MUSIC: Jus Randy – LuvHate feat. Natasha Waterman + DJ Pack (Prod. Gameboy)

Directed by SPXZ.

Nice joint and visuals from Kaydub and Dynamic: “Pain”.

Beat by and off Addaboe’s upcoming “Can’t Stop Me” project.

Previously: NEW VIDEO: Kaydub & Sam LP “Fuck You Too” (Directed by SPXZ)