Sound Affects: 10/27 @ ArtsRiot

The 6th installment of the monthly Sound Affects event at ArtsRiot goes down this Thursday October 27th in Burlington, VT. This months lineup features a great night of regional artists including Movement Of The Minds, a Hip Hop collective out of Portland, Maine as well as Judge Da Beast in support of his album "Arraignment". There will also be a producer showcase and beat auction from So.802's Brad Vazy as well as a cypher to end the night with DJ Kanga holding it down. Doors 8PM / All Ages / $5 advance & $10 Day of show. You can check out more about the event ---> HERE As always you can pick up a Sound Affects t-shirt courtesy of UnKnown Arts, live art by Anthill Collective and photography re-cap from DVP Cinematography.

Masta Ace & Akrobatik @ ArtsRiot 10/8

This Saturday at ArtsRiot in Burlington, VT two legends of Hip Hop will be live on stage featuring a bunch of local heavy hitters. Brooklyn, NY's Masta Ace and Boston, MA's Akrobatik will be taking the stage for two unforgettable sets! Masta Ace got his start as part of the iconic Juice Crew being featured on their classic hit "The Symphony" in 1988 and has since released critically acclaimed albums as well as collaboration projects with the likes of Ed OG, EMC (Wordsworth & Stricklin) and MF Doom. 2016 finds him with his new album "The Falling Season" portraying his life in High School. Akrobatik is member of the classic crew The Perceptionists with Mr. Lif and DJ Fakts One. AK has been hard at work this year traveling around the globe doing shows as well as working on new music with Mr. Lif and an album with overseas producer LX Beats. Along with this two legendary artists you get local support from Mister Burns (of The Lynguistic Civilians), JARV (of Maiden Voyage), Self Portrait, Notation, Almattic, Cworner Stwore and Mighty Ceej (MA). Tickets are $12 today and $17 day of show. All Ages. Doors 8:30PM Event Page HERE!

Summer Slam Rap Battle at Higher Ground Sat. 7/23

802 Battle League presents the Summer Slam Rap Battle at Higher Ground in S. Burlington, VT on Saturday July 23rd featuring 10 match ups featuring rappers from all over New England as well as locals S.I.N Sizzle, Learic, Memo and more! This is an all ages show with tickets $12 adv. / $17 day of. With the first battle starting at 7:15PM for more visit the event page --> HERE

TONIGHT: Zion I / Grouch & Eligh live at Club Metronome with Mister Burns / Learic / Truth / SkySplitterInk & Jarv

Tonight at Club Metronome in Burlington, Vermont is an incredible night of Hip Hop featuring West Coast legends Zion I / Grouch & Eligh with support from locals Mister Burns with Learic, Truth and SkySplitterInk and Maiden Voyage's JARV. Z&G&E are currently on tour with Slightly Stupid and are making a special stop in Burlington, VT tonight only! There will also be live painting from Anthill who will be painting a classic A-DOG photo by Matthew Thorsen and local B-Boys Rhythm Riders will be representing as well. Doors at 9PM / Tickets available at the door. Tickets --> HERE

New Music: Causin' Effect - "Maple Syrup" (Feat. Junum)

New music from Springfield Vermont's Causin' Effect with visuals for their single "Maple Syrup" (Feat. Junum). Watch as Jibba The Gent and Vazy serve up some breakfast at the classic Springfield Royal Diner and drench your meal in REAL Vermont maple syrup.

Jay Stay Loved: A Tribute To J Dilla at Nectar's 6/12

Saturday night at Nectar's in Burlington, VT is a special night during the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival with the Jay Stay Loved: A Tribute To J Dilla featuring The Dan Ryan Express, an all star band that will be recreating classic J Dilla production. The second set will feature J Dilla's younger brother Illa J providing some the vocals on his brothers classic production. Illa J has made a name for himself on the solo grind in the past few years after also being a member of the legendary Detroit group Slum Village. This is a night not to be missed! Pre-sale tickets are only $12 for this 21+ show. For more info and tickets visit www.liveatnectars.com

Remembering DJ BP

As many of you know the music community took a big hit with the sudden loss of Ryan Morin aka DJ BP. Ryan was a past member of The Lynguistic Civilians a long time collaborator with The Aztext and member of the group UnKommon while also serving a DJ for a multitude of occasions around the state. DJ BP had an immense love for music. Not only making it but being a true fan indulging in the inner workings of a song taking appreciation for the most subtle things that most don't pick up on. He had an incredible spirit and positive energy that many were able to encounter through years of performing live around Vermont and beyond. His group UnKommon with his longtime friend and collaborator Kin, recently released their new project titled Back In The Building. Take some time to listen to this album and pay tribute to DJ BP. The Vermont Hip Hop community will sorely miss his presence.

Lynguistic Civilians New Album: Gratified Existence

The Lynguistic Civilians have just dropped their new full length album Gratified Existence that boasts 15 tracks of Vermont made Funky Hip Hop that features the likes of Masta Ace, Wordsworth, Stricklin, Maiden Voyage, Gang Of Thieves, Haley Fenn and The Mighty Konflik. This album features all live instrumentation from session musicians here in Burlington. The album was recorded at Park Hill Studio being mixed by the fellas at Future Fields while being mastered at Turtle Tone Studio in New York City. This album also serves as a higher cause with 20% of every purchase going to the Vermont Foodbank to help feed the less fortunate in our state. The album is available on all major outlets and you can get your own hard copy when they return to the stage Friday April 1st at Nectar's. Get your copy online now on iTunes.

TONIGHT: Boomslang & Free The Optimus in Montpelier

Tonight in Montpelier at the World Famous Charlie O's, Vermont's own Boomslang and North Carolina collective Free The Optimus will be live for a night of great music. Free The Optimus is from Nashville, NC where they have made a name for themselves with multiple releases and supporting the likes of some of Hip Hop's greats. This is a FREE SHOW with music starting at 9PM.

"LUNA" - Jamell NYT

If you pay attention to music in the Vermont area, chances are that you've already heard of Burlington based Vocalist, Guitarist and Producer Jamell NYT. If you are not familiar, NYT is a seriously talented Singer and Songwriter who has recently stepped up from busking Church Street and playing open mics, to playing featured sets at many of the areas best venues. Working with producer Zach Crawford of SkySplitterInk, Jamell has hit his stride in the studio as well. "Luna," his first single off the upcoming "Substance Abuse" Ep is full of big harmonies and big emotion, but watch out... It will be stuck in your head all week!

Listen to Luna here!

VIDEO - "Can We Grow" - Colby Stiltz

New video from Colby Stiltz for his track "Can We Grow" off his album Down To Earth which dropped last year. Track is produced by Then What Muzik and filmed and edited by DVP Cinematography Services. Even based in Florida Colby Stiltz stays representing Vermont with this fresh new visual.

Scarface (of Geto Boys) Live in Barre 3/17!

The Friends For A_Dog Foundation present legendary Geto Boys member Scarface live in Barre, Vermont Thursday March 17th at the historic Barre Opera House. Lots of support on this show including VT Union, Bar None The Best, Self Portrait, Causin Effect, Jamell NYT, DJ Rekkon, DJ Kanganade and hosted by King Sha Mecca Blaze! This is deffinitely a special show as a portion of the proceeds go to the Spaulding High School Arts Department! This show is also structured to focus more on the performance as this will be an early show and also substance free. Huge show for Vermont, you can get tickets at $25 / All Ages / Show from 7PM - 10PM

TONIGHT: Hip Hop In The Capital At Positive Pie

Tonight at Positive Pie in Montpelier, Vermont is an incredible lineup of local and regional talent. Coming up from Southern, NH is Granite State. They have been solid on the New England scene for a long time and are excited to see them back in VT. Locals include Learic (of The Aztext), Mister Burns (of The Lynguistic Civilians), Boomslang and Sky Splitter Ink! Music starts at 10:30PM and is only $5 / 21+

Jarv (of Maiden Voyage) To Tour with R.A The Rugged Man

For nine shows across the East Coast Windsor, Vermont's Jarv will be direct support for the legendary R.A. The Rugged Man. Starting March 13th in Long Island, NY the Maiden Voyage MC will be hitting some big stages along with the incredibly talented A-F-R-O. Both Jarv and A-F-R-O were stand outs in R.A.'s Definition Of A Rap Flow contest last year and have since been making a name for themselves. Wish there was a VT date on the run but I believe R.A. has been thrown out of a club or two around here.. Big up to Jarv and we wish him well on the road.

Hip Hop Fuels The Bern in Winooski Feb. 15th

Collective Rhymes and The Monkey House presents "Hip Hop Fuels the Bern" going down Monday February 15th at The Monkey House in Winooski, VT. This bill is stacked with local Hip Hop with sets from Self Portrait, Headphone Jack, Enemy Self, The Blind Continuum, S.I.N.siZZle, Mycelium MC, Cworner Stwore, Jarv (of Maiden Voyage), Forest Gray, and special guests. The night is set up to support the campaign of Bernie Sanders with individuals there to help you donate your cover charge to the campaign. It all starts at 8PM at the Monkey House 2/15. For more info email --> mcmycelium74@gmail.com

2016 Vermont Hip Hop News (Re-Vamp)

Within the Green Mountain State lays a thriving Hip Hop scene. From bedroom beat-makers, graffiti artists, breakdancers, Deejay's and Emcee's Vermont has been contributing to the music scene for decades. Unfortunately inevitable for something not conventional to an area, the negative aspect of our community has been prevalent in recent times. We want to show you the positive aspect of the artists in this state. 2016 is the re-vamp of Vermont Hip Hop News. We will be working hard in supporting and promoting artists throughout the state. If you contribute to the Hip Hop scene in Vermont we want to support you! If you are a fan of Hip Hop in Vermont, you are the most important part! We hope you use this site as a place to learn about upcoming events and artists.

WORD!CRAFT's IN LOVE!

WORD!CRAFT-Experimental Art Rhymes-Valentine's Day

A traveling, monthly, participatory, spoken word/hip hop event for all ages! It will take place on Saturday, Feb. 14th at 242 MAIN in Burlington, VT from 7:30-10:30. Doors open and sign-ups at 7. This is a substance free event. This month’s theme is “Love”, so whatever that means to you, bring it in written and/or improvised verse. You can also just come to listen and support lyrical artists. There is a cover charge of $6 for this WORD!CRAFT (it's usually a free event!) Participants in the open mic get in free, let them know at the door. 

Also we have a special guest performing a set after the open mic at 9:45.Laura Lamb Brown-Lavoie a spoken word poet and farmer from Rhode Island will be performing as her deep winter alter ego, Lefthand Man! We are very excited to have Laura be a part of WORD!CRAFT! Her set shouldn't be missed. https://lauralambbrownlavoie.wordpress.com/about/

There will be a hip hop dance party to follow until 10:30!

We are thrilled to work with 242 Main for this event. They are the oldest all ages venue in the country! 30 years strong! It's so special to be a part of their amazing history! http://www.242main.org/about

 

We are also going to have Cworner Stwore performing with DJ Kanganade for the hip hop set! Also, Rubix from the Rhythm Riderz Crew will be around to breakdance during the dance party! Now you definitely can't miss this show! What a perfect date night! See you there and Peace!

WORD!CRAFT One Year Anniversary at Goddard College!

      

A traveling, monthly, participatory, spoken word/hip hop event for all ages! It will take place on Friday, January 30th at "The Pit" in the WGDR Radio Station at Goddard College in Plainfield, VT from 6:30-10. It will be aired live on the earwig radio program. If you can’t make it, tune into 91.1 FM, 91.7 FM, or stream online at http://www.wgdr.org/listen-live! This is an alcohol free event. This month’s theme is “Imagine”, so whatever that means to you, bring it in written and/or improvised verse. You can also just come to listen and support lyrical artists. This is a free event, but we do accept donations.

WORD!CRAFT at Another Way Community Center in Montpelier

Central Vermont come get you some WORD!CRAFT-Experimental Art Rhymes 

A traveling, monthly, participatory, spoken word/hip hop event for all ages! This is an alcohol free event. This month’s theme is “Winter Solstice”, so whatever that means to you, bring it in written and/or improvised verse. You can also just come to listen and support lyrical artists. WORD!CRAFT is a free event, but we do accept donations. There is a community meal at AnotherWay VT that starts at 5. This is also a grand opening event for a new greenhouse space at Another Way! There will be additional hip hop sets after the open mic as well.

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Food Justice For All - A Hip Hop benefit concert for Salvation Farms

            Collective Rhymes presents an evening of Vermont independent hip hop to raise money for Salvation Farms (http://www.salvationfarms.org), a gleaning organization that gets fresh produce, that would of otherwise been wasted, to those in need.  
            It will take place at Parker Pie Co. in West Glover, VT on Saturday, January 10th from 8-11PM. Performances by Face-One, Mavstar, Maiden Voyage, Owen Kinlund, Caveman, Dusty Swamp, and special guests. Your host of the evening will be Mycelium. There will be a freestyle cypher and dancing to end the night. Cover charge is a suggested donation of $5-$500 and there will be a raffle with lots of cool local items! For More Info mcmycelium74@gmail.com