Tag: Illect Recordings
November 29, 2020
Underground hip-hop leaders Illect Recordings (home of Sivion, Terem, James Gardin and many others) are running holiday sales currently on physical merch (12″ Vinyl, 7″ Vinyl, CDs, Cassette Tapes & more). A few new items are included in addition to a couple re-stocks.
There are also pre-orders, from tomorrow, for the Sivion x DertBeats Vinyl LP.… Continued →
July 21, 2020
New vinyl from Sareem Poems & Newselph
There’s a new collaborative album out featuring Sareem Poems & Newselph, and . . . it’s now available on vinyl! Hip-hop leading indie label Illect Recordings are offering the vinyl for pre-order via their Bandcamp page. Fans who pre-order the vinyl will get it 2 weeks before it hits stores August 14 (via Fat Beats).… Continued →
June 17, 2020
Dre Murray Signs with Illect Recordings
Dre Murray recently announced that he has signed with Illect Recordings. Apart from his studio albums, Dre has released two mixtapes within the Dark Vader series, the second of which was released in 2019. The third and final installment is on its way, and in the meantime, here’s a song from the upcoming mixtape.… Continued →
June 5, 2020
Sivion - I'm Good
Sivion’s latest single has received the video treatment. The vintage visuals, courtesy of Dust Sieber, complement the Dallas emcee’s reflective rhymes. Tee-Wyla provides the hopeful and nostalgic production, and Imperial comes through with some nice scratching. “I’m Good” is available now on Illect Recordings.
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May 23, 2020
DIE-REK - Praises of Men
On his third single from The Dying Ones, DIE-REK carefully analyses the supposed importance of the “praises of men”, the value it adds to our lives or the lack thereof. Even though the primate-like thump of the self-produced beat will make you do the Klingon Face™ immediately, the lyrical content is still intensely personal.… Continued →
February 25, 2020
Illect Recordings drops three new projects for FREE download
Seattle-based hip-hop label Illect Recordings are at the top of their game after more than a decade of releasing quality hip-hop and alternative rap. They’ve just released three new projects which can be streamed, or even downloaded for free!
The first is an instrumental album from Sivion called “Group Therapy: Beats” and it features a number of underground hip-hop producers on different tracks.… Continued →
February 3, 2020
Rel McCoy releases new video
Canadian emcee Rel McCoy (formerly RELIC) has released a brand new video for his song “Part of the Plan.” The jazzy track features guest raps by RationaL and lyrics that question religious platitudes during times of doubt and difficulty.
Check out the video here:
https://grownuprap.com/2020/01/30/exclusive-premiere-rel-mccoy-part-of-the-plan-feat-rational-video/
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October 26, 2019
Sareem Poems & Newselph - No Fly Zone
On Wednesday, the video for “No Fly Zone” by Sareem Poems & Newselph premiered over at VIBE Magazine. The song is taken from 88 To Now, which is available in both digital and physical formats via Illect Recordings. “No Fly Zone” addresses issues related to digital identity and social media, and the video can be found below.… Continued →
October 18, 2019
Song of the Day: Lightheaded - Crowd React
Where are my hip-hop heads at? Lightheaded is/was a collaborative project between Ozay Moore (FKA Othello), Braille, and Ohmega Watts. Each of these MCs have had significant solo careers on their own. This track brings the three of them back together after a long hiatus. Super-cool stuff!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Wk8aWiY0PQ
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May 22, 2019
Rel McCoy Signs with Illect Recordings
Rel McCoy (formerly known as Relic the Oddity, or simply RELIC) has signed with Illect Recordings. Hailing from Toronto, he is not only an emcee, but a producer, singer, songwriter, engineer, and DJ as well. Some of you might remember his name from songs by other Canadian hip-hop artists like Manafest and RationaL.… Continued →
May 18, 2019
James Gardin - Right Now (prod. by Terem)
A music video has been released for James Gardin’s 2017 single “Right Now,” produced by Terem. It is available on all streaming platforms and you can download it for free on Bandcamp.
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February 20, 2019
James Gardin to release "Sweet Jesus" this Friday
James Gardin will be releasing a new EP on Friday – so make sure to sport your floral shirt if you have one! Sweet Jesus will be available on all digital retailers, but on Illect’s bandcamp the instrumentals are also included. It’s looking to be a grand ol’ time with Gardin and his posse.… Continued →
January 30, 2019
James Gardin - Funky Funky Fresh
You think you’re fresh; but are you “Funky Funky Fresh?” Check out the new James Gardin collaboration with Ozay Moore to find out. Oh, and don’t forget your dancing shoes.
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January 19, 2019
Illect Recordings Offers Free Compilation
It’s been nearly five years since Mind the Rap Volume 3 came out, but Illect is back with a new compilation and it’s “name your price” on bandcamp. The album features 19 tracks from the likes of James Gardin, Sivion, and Armond Wakeup, among others. Check it out in the music player below.… Continued →
November 27, 2018
Sivion - Darkness
Sivion has a new music video for “Darkness,” one of the singles from Dark Side of the Cocoon which released last year. Featuring vintage visuals courtesy of Dust Sieber, the song calls attention to the importance of finding oneness with Christ, instead of anything that is apart from Him.
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November 6, 2018
James Gardin - Joy
James Gardin has a new video for “Joy,” his mellow and catchy single which released in October. You can check out the music video below, and if you like what you hear, consider supporting on bandcamp or other digital outlets.
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October 23, 2018
Die-Rek Signs to Illect Recordings
Toronto-based hip-hop artist, Die-Rek, has signed with Illect Recordings. He has been a staple in Canada’s underground scene, so be sure to check out his past work on bandcamp. The emcee and producer had the following to say about the signing:
There’s a lot of legacy on this label.… Continued →
September 4, 2018
Sundance - The Last Sunrise (feat. Adam L)
New Zealand based producer, Sundance, has a new single out and it’s got a stellar lineup. “The Last Sunrise” features Adam L, Stro Elliott (The Roots), Sivion (Deepspace5), and DJ Sean P among others. Check out this most excellent example of jazzy hip-hop below.
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August 21, 2018
Armond WakeUp - Revelation Is Revolution
Armond WakeUp has a new video for “Revelation Is Revolution,” taken from Even If I Lose. This creative visual was filmed by Matelli Graves, and edited by Gabyo, whose clients have included Ralph Lauren, XXXTentacion, and Lil Yachty. Check it out below and be sure to catch the interview Armond had with RadioU last Friday.… Continued →
August 2, 2018
Imperial - Layers (Album Stream)
UK producer Imperial will be releasing Layers tomorrow on Illect Recordings. Blending instrumental hip-hop and chill electronica, this is a great album to complement August’s warmth. You can take a listen to this diverse instrumental album a day early over at The Find Magazine.
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July 9, 2018
James Gardin - Groove
“Groovy” might be 60s slang, but James Gardin offers a fresh dose of it with his new song “Groove.” Produced by Terem, the track boasts psychedelic synths and a tight beat to back Gardin’s smooth vocals. The song is available on all digital retailers.
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June 27, 2018
Sareem Poems & Ess Be - Shallow (feat. Finale)
“Can’t get a clear read when everybody’s joking / No emotion, emojis depict feelings / Crying is weak, hitting women is hard / There’s no role models, everybody’s a god.”
If you like your hip-hop contemplative and experimental, there’s a lot to like here. Check out the music video directed by Travis Hayward below for this reflective, synth-heavy song.… Continued →
June 15, 2018
Sareem Poems & Ess Be - Mind Over Matter
Earlier this week, I shared “Eyedentity,” one of the great singles from Mind Over Matter. Today, the album was released on Illect Recordings. With creative production and smooth rhymes, it’s a summer release that hip-hop fans should keep on their radar.
The press release reads:
After three years of writing, developing, and preparing new music, Sareem Poems and Ess Be are back with Mind Over Matter.… Continued →
June 11, 2018
Sareem Poems & Ess Be - Eyedentity (feat. Miles Young)
It’s time to shake off those Monday blues with an encouraging song from Sareem Poems & Ess Be. The blend of hip-hop, electronic, and soul makes “Eyedentity” a standout from an artistic standpoint, though the lyrics only accentuate this. In verse one, focusing around the image of a young black male, Sareem cleverly states: “Don’t use slang, you talk white / Hip hop ain’t the only music that you like / Metallica tees on you just don’t look right.”… Continued →
May 15, 2018
James Gardin - Complaining
James Gardin is about to bring you some musical vitamin D with his video for “Complaining,” which premiered at Rapzilla earlier today. The catchy single was released through Illect Recordings (who are offering much of their back catalog for “name your price,” by the way) late last year, and you won’t want to miss out on this soulful hip-hop tune.… Continued →
November 29, 2017
Armond WakeUp - The Hold
Armond WakeUp released a new single today entitled “The Hold.” This introspective song focuses on those things in life that can keep a person further from God, and it’s taken from his upcoming EP, 40 Days, which is entirely produced by Wes Pendleton. 40 Days will be released through Illect Recordings on December 8 and you can pre-order the EP for $5.… Continued →
September 29, 2017
Sivion Announces New Album
Deepspace5 representative, Sivion, will be releasing Dark Side of the Cocoon on October 6 via Illect Recordings. Known for his tasteful blend of jazz and hip-hop, the Dallas emcee has teamed up with producer Sebastian Hochstein of Scribbling Idiots. Instrumentals are included with the album and a few of the songs can be streamed on bandcamp.… Continued →
September 13, 2017
"Sushi Breaks" Vinyl Available for $10
Illect Recordings is selling 100 copies of Grime-N & Starfunkle’s Sushi Breaks for $10 to help victims of Hurricane Harvey. This DJ scratch vinyl is sure to appeal to those who have a penchant for instrumental hip-hop and can be purchased here. All proceeds will go to the Houston Food Bank and Samaritan’s Purse.… Continued →
March 9, 2017
Armond WakeUp - Bless My Soul
Newly signed Illect Recordings hip hop artist Armond WakeUp has released his brand new single titled “Bless My Soul”. Take a listen below.
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June 23, 2014
REVIEW : Sundance - Midlife Marauders
dvocating that high-quality and creative hip hop still exists, Sundance’s debut album isn’t perfect although it’s a step in the right direction. Midlife Marauders may have a few weak spots and a short length but it's a solid project with inventive production and just the right group of guest artists.