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This is the Life Screening next in Charlotte, NC stay tuned for more details... THIS IS THE LIFE is a feature-length documentary that chronicles “The Good Life” emcees, the alternative music movement they developed, and their worldwide influence on the artform.
Featuring new interviews with: Myka Nyne and PEACE of Freestyle Fellowship, Chali2na and Cut Chemist of Jurassic 5, NgaFsh, Riddlore, Tray-Loc & Wreckless of CVE, Abstract Rude and Zulu Butterfly of ATU, Ellay Khule of Hip Hop Klan, Medusa of S.I.N, Born Allah, Ganjah K, Fatjack, JMD, Omid, Pigeon John, 2Mex of OMD, Jyant & Eve of Figures of Speech, Big Al, T-Love of Urban Props, Sheena Lester & B+ of Rappages, Mear One, Mike Nardone of KXLU's We Came From Beyond, Garth Trinidad of KCRW's Chocolate City, Monalisa Murray, Jah Orah, Hines, Busdriver, Monique Matthews, Keen and B. Hall & R. Kain Blaze, co-founders of The Good Life Open-Mic Nights.
Produced By: Ava DuVernay and Ellene V. Miles, Producers: Omid Walizadeh and Isaac Klotz, Director of Photography: Isaac Klotz, Music Supervisor: Omid Walizadeh, Editors: Krishna Devine and Spencer Averick.
Episode 1 of Ken Can Cook TV starring Dear Abbey's Last Minute Pasta the "No Longer a King" LIMITED EDITION 7" Picture Disc (i mean so limited even i dont have one... what up mikael?!?) vocals by Abstract Rude... beats by Porter and Kenny "Ken Can Cook" Segal... if you can find it, it looks like this...
Paint Your City Gold Tour photos by 613 photography w.Atmosphere, Abbey Rude & Blowedian crew Live in Southern Cali, May 6,7 2008
Abstract Rude & Gallery Onelove Deluxe have connected to create a second collaboration tee. This tee itself is highly limited which means it's NOT available in retail stores, the only place to pick one up was on the spring & summer Rhymesayers “Truth is Here” (Brother Ali) & “When life gives you lemons, you paint that shit gold” (Atmosphere) tours. NOW, Abstract Rude will be guest performing at all shows on the upcoming Atmosphere tour traveling nationwide city to city with the "IRIE" tee. The tee is a 4 color print with two locations, one on the chest while another compliments the bottom right of the tee. The colors were hand picked by Ab himself as the tee sets out for a more rasta reggae feel. This classic tee will also be carried on the MOOSESHIRTS - ABSTRACT RUDE ONLINE STORE to cater to our supporters who can't make it to shows. Be on the lookout for Abstract Rude's new album "Dear Abbey" which will be released on the Rhymesayers label in 2009! Buy one here! Also, a collaboration tee between Abstract Rude and Humboldt's Fat Bol Clothing, displays the artwork of Forest Stearns nicely. The assignment: To illustrate a portrait true to character, of the soulfully eloquent and hard working California hip hop artist Abstract Rude. The theme was to combine positivity and maintain the strength of the underground scene. Fat Bol gave Ab final artistic approval of the piece and in a flash of drawing and designing came the new illustration. Both graffiti and natural elements were used in the piece to portray the smiling Abbey, an LA hip hop veteran. The Illustration is presented as a three color silkscreen on a brown tee shirt with a strong image across the front. The Fat Bol logo is displayed atop the back of the shirt. This tee is not quite available instores or online yet, but fans can pick one up just in time for Abbey Rizzle's guest appearance on the fall Paint The Nation tour. Peep & Buy all the Ab Rude gear that will be available on tour here!!!
Live from Gem and Jam 2008 w. DJ Vadim, Abbey & Lil Miss B Yarah Bravo on moboogie.com
Following up their SOLD OUT When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint Your City Gold Tour, Atmosphere are confirmed to return to the road for an extended tour of the U.S this fall. The Paint The Nation Tour will span over 50 dates starting on September 10 in Fargo, ND, and will include DJ Rare Groove and Rhymesayers label mates Abstract Rude and Blueprint, who both have new albums coming out on Rhymesayers in 2009.VISIT WWW.ABSTRACTRUDE.NET BIO
Abstract Rude stands as one of hip-hop’s most accessible healers. Since first making regular appearances at L.A.’s legendary Goodlife open mic sessions circa 1994, this MC has steadily found the ideal balance of strong lyrical substance and high entertainment value. Unafraid to sing his own hooks and break out multiple flows within single songs, Ab Rude is one of the most multifarious graduates of the fertile L.A. rap scene. Learning from some of the movement’s best, the guidance received from his original group, Abstract Tribe Unique (ATU), along with Freestyle Fellowship (FF) has proven to be invaluable.
It was with FF’s Aceyalone whom Rude would later go on to co-executive produce the classic compilation Project Blowed. The groundbreaking album showcased Abstract Rude as a skillful MC capable of expressing soulful sentiments with his mystical themes and deeply pronounced baritone. In addition to highlighting the artistic creativity of an L.A. scene known best for its gangsta rap, Abstract Rude co-founded the Project Blowed workshop in Leimert Park -- the longest running open mic youth workshop in the world.
In time, Ab Rude has endeared himself to fans worldwide through consistent touring – most recently with international hip-hop artists DJ Vadim and Yarah Bravo -- and by releasing quality LPs such as P.A.I.N.T in 2001, and Showtyme in 2003 (on Battle Axe). Most comfortable fronting the atmospheric sounds provided by producer Fat Jack on albums such as Underground Fossils in 1997, Mood Pieces in 1998 and South Central Thynk Tank in 1999 (on Mass Men), Abstract Rude proved that clarity in rap is just as impressive as complexity. His work on the Haiku D'Etat projects in 2000 and 2004, which merged hip-hop with jazzy soul, only further illustrated his music’s diversity and ability to capture listeners of various genres.
After recording under the Beastie Boys Grand Royal imprint, Mass Men and Battle Axe, Abstract Rude joins the Rhymesayers Entertainment family with Dear Abbey. On his latest album and first for RSE, Ab further broadens his medicinal lyricism touching on politics, relationships, and multiple day-to-day issues. And for the first time ever, he worked exclusively with Seattle, Washington beatsmith Vitamin D – who’s produced for G-Unit, Redman, Gift of Gab, Lifesavas, One Be Lo, I Self Devine, among others.
With the ever-shifting subject matter and vocal styles on display, Dear Abbey is further proof that Abstract Rude is a true lyrical heavyweight at the top of his game.
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"CAUGHT UP" by Resin Dogs feat. Abstract Rude brand new single off the MORE lp
What up, looking forward to seeing you guys in Columbia MO next month. If you're in town early that day, head over to the Field House for some good local hip hop. Peace, from the middle of Missouri.
The game isn"t taught in school thats why I'm so truant, ab rude broke it down on a black wax, I have his tape in my backpack!!! One of the dopest songs ever, you and ATU and all of Project Blowed define true HIPHOP!
Saw you last night at Tipitina's down in New Orleans and you put on a great show. I loved your whole set and the way you and Rare threw it down was just awesome. Can't wait to see you again!
AB! It was SO good to finally see you and even better to converse witcha alittle bit! My little brother Lee was so psyched to get the shirt you guys signed for me. Honestly, i've never met any kind of emcees that were as personable as you fellas, and i wanna bless ya with well wishes! Be safe in your travels man, and we hope to see you grace TX again! "There's an emcee flowin' deep and wide, deep and wide! Ryhmes we got plenty, keep 'em right by our side!"
