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Equipto The RAPstation Interview By Kyle Eustice Best known for his Horns and Halos series with fellow Bay Area rapper Andre Nickatina, Equipto (real name Ilych Sato) graced the mic for the first time in the 1990s. When he was 14, he did his first show for a rollerskating party in Golden Gate Park with a few friends of his, who would eventually form the group Bored Stiff. From there, he stayed focused on making music his career. His first album, 1999's Vintage Volume One and the subsequent Vintage Volume Two and Three, eventually gained the respect of several local artists, including Andre Nickatina. The two paired up for 2002's Midnight Machine Gun Rhymes and Alibis and it was on from there. Horns and Halos dropped in 2005 and was followe

Albuquerque emcee, Wake Self, is proud to announce a new single. https://soundcloud.com/wakeself/different-feat-equipto-miles-bonny-and-raashan-ahmad/s-CuiDM Titled "Different," the song features Bay Area legend Equipto (Andre Nickatina/Bored Stiff), fellow Oaklander/member of Crown City Rockers Raashan Ahmad and singer Miles Bonny. The song reminds the listener to stay true to yourself and avoid mainstream ideals. MaulSkull, who produced Sleep's last album and works with Sadistik, also produced the beat. Check out http://www.wakeself.com/ for more information and for the free download.

Livin' the Dream 311's SA Martinez Talks Los Stellarians By Kyle Eustice SA Martinez has been gracing the mic since the early '90s, when a fresh-faced group of Omaha kids got together to form the group 311. Combining elements of hip-hop, reggae and rock, the band catapulted to international recognition almost immediately. Over 20 years later, 311 is still selling out shows. Behind the scenes, Martinez, emcee and vocalist for the group, has always had an intense love of vinyl. Old soul, hip-hop and funk records line his collection. Out of this love, he's formed a new musical project, Los Stellarians, with partner-in-crime Ryan Siegel. Los Stellarians released their debut album, Cholo Soul, in July 2014. Strictly a covers album, it included revisions of Darando's classic soul t

Exactly one year after Volume 1, Damu The Fudgemunk answers the people with Public Assembly Volume 2, a second installment of quality instrumentals in his signature style. What started as a collection of music curated with the help on his fanbase via social media has turned into another franchise title for Redefinition Records. Over the last 6 years, Damu and his Redef label have released numerous projects big and small across every major format. The music heard on Public Assembly Volume 2 is more like a family reunion than a collection. The release unites sought after rarities, unreleased compositions, archived demos and fan favorites, all gathered on 2 variations of LP in gold (limited) or black vinyl. For recent listeners and newcomers, Volume 2

Luckyiam/Lana RAPstation Interview By Kyle Eustice Living Legends alum Luckyiam has been working with his female counterpart, Lana, for years now. As Luck & Lana, it's a relationship that clearly works in and out of the studio. The California-based duo is currently working on a new full-length album, but in the meantime have released a video for the track "Bruh." The video was shot in Mammoth Lakes, California after Lucky had a vision of rapping and snowboarding, two things that don't normally go together, especially in hip-hop. Always the visionary, Lucky forged ahead and the couple pulled it off with ease. Produced by Sierra Light Productions and directed by Lucky, "Bruh" is a beautifully shot masterpiece. Visit http://www.luckydoot.com/ to check out the video. Lucky & Lana took a fe

DJ EFN released his debut album, Another Time, on 3-3-15 independently via his own company Crazy Hood Productions. Another Time features guest appearances and production from a virtual who's who list of legendary and upcoming artists including INS Deck, Guilty Simpson, M.O.P., Cormega, Bun B, Jarren Benton, Black Milk, David Banner, Jon Connor, N.O.R.E., Fashawn, Troy Ave, Scarface, Stalley, Juvenile, Talib Kweli, Redman, KXNG Crooked, Sean Price, Trick Daddy, Denzel Curry, Joell Ortiz, Gunplay, Royce Da 5'9" and Your Old Droog (among others) and production from DJ Premier and Buckwild. Now DJ EFN returns with his brand new single - "When I'm Dead" - which features Joell Ortiz, Keith Murray, Chris Rivers and Skam2. Please visit https://soundcloud.com/crazyhood/13-wh