Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Matthew is kicking off 2012 with a new solo album and a US tour. The new album, entitled Quickly Disappearing, will be released on CandyRat Records. On Quickly Disappearing, Santos plumbs social consciousness and takes inspiration from the precarious predicament resulting from the melting polar ice caps and the crisis that is global warming.
He brings this global issue into a sentimental and personal arena drawing parallels in his own life as an artist trying not to lose himself while also recognizing the enormity and urgency of this looming environmental disaster.
“Musically speaking, the album is a collection of introspective songs ranging from intimate, stripped down, acoustic movements, to full band rock 'n roll tunes,” explains Santos.
Album drops on Jan 31st.
Listen x Pre-Order HERE
Friday, January 27, 2012
All of them are currently down under for the Big Day Out Festival... We previously reported that Lupe joined Bassnectar on stage.
Radio rip for now.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Lupe Fiasco’s affection for sneakers has been well documented ever since he first entered the music scene with his Grammy-nominated first single “Kick, Push” in 2005. Being named a Vans OTW advocate, his involvement with footwear has now reached the next level as the Chicago native has taken an active role in designing.Last Wednesday, during Vans’s launch event for its Spring 2012 OTW footwear line during Berlin Fashion Week, we caught up with Lupe and conversed about his involvement with the brand, his design processs, his intentions with this collaboration, his latest musical project SNDCLSH and much more.
What message are you trying to convey by collaborating with such a huge platform like Vans?
Being such a big brand, they obviously have their own philosophies. My role is based on the advocating aspect. OTW models have already been created and then we, the advocates, come in and put in the final touches. They are also trying to be educational with what they are doing, which is something I agree with.They create a shoe that is fashionable but still carries the Vans DNA, which means it has a story behind it. It’s a shoe that you can wear every day. It is not something that comes with crazy colors and a bunch of crazy pieces. Don’t get me wrong, that is cool but the OTWs are suitable for a every day experience since they are simple and fashionable. The shoes are also relatively affordable and you can wear them for a long time. There are some technical aspects being added to it to make them more comfortable.
It makes sense and I certainly agree with that. So on that level, that was something that I was looking for. I was not looking for high fashion like Lanvin and Louis Vuitton, tear them up and feel bad and stupid about it afterwards. Or even shoes that are too heavy. So the OTWs are cool, you can wear them every day.
What is the status of your next solo album?
Food & Liquor II is in the works. However, it’s a complicated process – dealing with the record company and all that so I can’t really open up on it right now. But I am definitely looking forward to it and can’t wait to offer something special from Lupe Fiasco. Be on the lookout.
Read the full interview HERE
We already have such an amazing cast from Howard Zinn's "The People Speak, Live!" with Matt Damon -- one week from today, on Jan 31 at Metro Chicago -- but we're thrilled to announce that Lupe Fiasco is joining us as well. Lupe is a featured actor in the film The People Speak and contributed "American Terrorist" to the film's soundtrack. He also recently featured a sample from one of Howard Zinn's talks on a new track.
Event page on Facebook
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Milwaukee duo The Cranberry Show just released the first single off their upcoming free album "Paranormal Karaoke" which is set to drop the 1st of February via DJ Booth and DonutsandMilk.com. Get familiar with their music...Listen and Enjoy!
Check out a couple of pics of Lupe wearing some stuff from the current U.S. Alteration line, which is now available via Union LA. - More below!
Monday, January 23, 2012
I found this guy awhile ago and have pretty much enjoyed everything I've heard from him. Allow me to introduce you to Logic from the DMV. If you enjoy the video/song, then hit the jump to download/stream his mixtape he released last year.
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Friday, January 20, 2012
• “4″ – Beyoncé (Columbia Records)
• “F.A.M.E” – Chris Brown (Jive Records)
• “I Remember Me” – Jennifer Hudson (Arista Records)
• “The Light of the Sun” – Jill Scott (Warner Bros. Records)
• “F.A.M.E” – Chris Brown (Jive Records)
• “I Remember Me” – Jennifer Hudson (Arista Records)
• “The Light of the Sun” – Jill Scott (Warner Bros. Records)
The 43rd Annual NAACP Image Awards air Live on NBC on February 17th.
PREVIOUSLY: Lupe Fiasco at the Tokyo Auto Salon
DOWNLOAD: Jay Major - Watch The World
Vans comes through with some pics from their OTW 2012 launch event. Pics of Lupe are below and more pics from the event including some of Mos Def can be found HERE
Thursday, January 19, 2012
We've seen the live performance on the Grammy Nominations special and now here's some rehearsal footage featuring Grandmaster Flash, Melle Mel, Scorpio, LL Cool J, Common and Lupe.
You were named Vans OTW advocate recently, but it seems you've been rocking their shoes for years. How natural did the relationship with the company feel?
I was wearing more Vans than any other shoe, and I have thousands of shoes. I was wearing them just everyday — out of simplicity, ease of wear, and pricepoint. I feel bad wearing Lanvins and destroying them, but with Vans I don't really care.
I've worked with shoe brands before. I've worked with Reebok, Adidas, and even Y-3. I've always been in and out of that world of being a brand advocate, but this was a little bit easier because it was like "I'm already doing it." Even if we weren't building a relationship together, I would still be wearing them. You could just come to a show and shoot me performing and I'd be in some Vans.
What's your favorite pair?
My most remembered pair are Vans Syndicates. Some Sk8-His that I was actually skating in. That was my first lesson in like "maybe I shouldn't skate in these." They were more a fashion shoe, and I put two big ollie holes in the side. I was like "Oh well." But those are my most remembered pair.
Read it all HERE
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Get it HERE
What does it take to make it to the top of the music business and get the best gigs?
Learn how to network strategically in the music business , tips on making your work multidimensional, how to connect with your audience, and pitfalls to avoid from one of the top guitarists in the business.
Joining me is Erik Hammer. Erik is the lead guitarist for Lupe Fiasco (whose album LASERS debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 earlier this year), an in-demand session musician, music producer, and high level guitar instructor.
via Backstage Biz
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Vans strides into 2012 with its newest OTW collection captured in this “photo essay” video introducing Lupe Fiasco and Chris Kong as line Advocates joining Eric Elms and Dimitri Coste as creative forces collaborating with OTW designers.Lupe and Chris will join the OTW crew in Berlin next Wednesday for a special launch event at the Bread & Butter trade show as they are welcomed into the Vans family. Vans will transform the East Berlin venue “Department” into a 3-day House of Vans experience featuring advocate artwork installations throughout the building.Attendees will be able to discover the photography of Dimitri Coste, large vinyl pieces by Eric Elms, Chris Kong’s unique toys and sculptures and Lupe Fiasco’s collection of books and concert photographs.The experience kicks off January 18 with a live musical appearance by Lupe Fiasco, Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) and The Patta Sound System.A limited number of tickets will be available to the public through select Berlin retailers who carry the OTW line and the show will be webcast live at Stickam.com/vans1966. For more information on tickets if you are in Berlin, visit here.
via Hypebeast
Pic courtesy of Hellaflush / Props to foosj1
Thursday, January 12, 2012
After having presented a few new styles that are set to hit retailers in the coming weeks, Vans OTW this time offers a preview of its Fall/Winter 2012 collection.Sitting alongside many staple hybrid designs and reinterpreted classics; the new lineup features two new footwear models alongside select apparel arrangements and accessories. The new styles include the Alcon – a modernized version of the Alomar silhouette that comes with slimmer and narrower profile with longer toe and thinned collar.Second, the Breton Lo and Hi boasts a sophisticated weather-resistant boot and low top variant that is actualized with practicality and style in mind. The line also welcomes a rucksack-style Washburn Backpack that features some leather accents, custom zippers and adjustable straps.In addition, Vans OTW announces the participation of art director Chris Kong and American rapper Lupe Fiasco to the creative team. Look out for a comprehensive look into this collection in the coming months.
Hypebeast has more pics!
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
After debuting the “Letting Go Remix” last week off their upcoming Don’t Drop The Flag EP, Life+Times caught up with collaborators Lupe Fiasco and Sky Gellatly to discuss their new project, its purpose and giving back.
READ HERE
Dublin native Nu-Centz emerged victorious and has just received that long-awaited Lupe Fiasco verse. The track is expected to hit airwaves soon, once the final edit receives the Nu-Centz seal of approval.
UPDATE: Track drops January 19th!
via HotPress
Shout out to all of my fans, especially those in Chicago. Get out and buy Sunkist Fiesta orange juice and coconut fruit bars at 7-11 in most Chicago area stores and help those less fortunate this season.
Here's the deal, now until Jan. 31, 2012 buy one get one free and a portion of the proceeds are donated to buy winter coats for those in need.
Buy as many as you can and take them home. Eat a great new product and feel great about helping others.
Also follow @SunkistFiesta on Twitter and Join us on Facebook
Peace & Much Love To Ya...
Lupe
Monday, January 9, 2012
FOOD AND LIQUOR 2 COMING SOON....LUPE AND PHARRELL ALBUM COMING SOON...
New joint from Minnesota's very own Mike Dreams. "We The Ones" is the first single from his new upcoming project, Millenial.
Props: Kue
PREVIOUSLY: SNDCLSH x DJ Kue - "Letting Go Remix"
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Lupe will headline the All In Music Fest at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, OR on February 17th 2012. The All In Music Fest features Grammy Nominated UGK Legend Bun B, R&B Interscope Recording Artist Lloyd, Portland’s own Luck-One, and special guests.
Tickets HERE
Friday, January 6, 2012
Wow at the music I just made... God is good#foodandliquor2 #FnFUp
— Soundtrakk (@Soundtrakk) January 6, 2012
Just yesterday Lupe posted on Facebook that he's in the studio...today, just a few minutes ago, Soundtrakk made the tweet above. ...Excited now? I am...
"Soundtrakk let the beat roll..."
If you have a Twitter account, just go HERE and add your reason as to why you nominate us at the end of the text in the voting box and then Tweet your Vote.
Thank you!
This past year, when Lupe Fiasco finally saw the release of his long-withheld album, "Lasers," he described himself as "medium suicidal" over what he heard. Fans disagreed, as the album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and sold over 200,000 copies in its first week.In recent interviews, this fickle pioneer of socially conscious rap -- Common and Talib Kweli also figure prominently in this style -- appears to be much more excited about his next record, which is due out sometime in 2012.
Check the full guide HERE
Thursday, January 5, 2012
We had some red carpet coverage a few days ago, now here are some performance pics from Lupe's set at the BigBangNYE Party in Hollywood. Thanks to Rob! - More below!
Four of America's hottest acts — Cobra Starship, Gym Class Heroes, LMFAO and Lupe Fiasco — will team up to play a Feb. 4 concert in a converted warehouse in Indianapolis, one of the week's biggest parties.
Each act is scheduled to play a 45-minute set in the 32,000-square foot facility two blocks from Lucas Oil Stadium, where the Super Bowl will be played the next night. Tickets cost $1,000 and can be purchased HERE starting today.
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
The BoomBox comes through with the 2nd part of their convo with Lupe today. This time he talks about his DJ project "SNDCLSH".
"I got a couple side projects coming up [like] my DJ album 'SNDCLSH,'" he tells The BoomBox. "Me and my partner [DJ] Sky [Gellatly] put together an all electronic, all dance music album. No rapping, no hip-hop, just all dance music."
Fiasco started deejaying a while back and decided to turn his spinning talent into a full-length project. "I got an offer to DJ like a year-and-a-half ago," he reveals. "It was something that I was good at, so it was like I got tired of playing other people's music so it's like, I might as well make my own dance music. It should be good."
'SNDCLSH' will be less about adding to his growing pockets and more about giving back to the community, with all proceeds of the album to be donated. "We actually going to be working for other people on this record," he stated.
The album is slated for release sometime this spring.
PREVIOUSLY: SNDCLSH x DJ Kue - "Letting Go Remix"
Monday, January 2, 2012
"The 'Lupe [Fiasco's Food & Liquor II]' album is [coming out] hopefully. It's not on me," he reveals. "It's not done yet. I'm waiting on my record company, ain't nothing changed. Same business, it's on them."
While he waits on his label, Fiasco is gearing up to go back out on the road. "We got a big tour coming up in Australia in April, and we got a couple things sprinkled through the top part of the year," he states. "Nothing real crazy, we're going to wait until the album drops to really go hard."
Lupe performed at the Big Bang New Years Eve party in Hollywood on Dec. 31st and above you can see 2 pics from the red carpert courtesy of Photo Grafitti
WireImage has some performance pics.
Sunday, January 1, 2012
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