State 2 State Vol. 2

Carolina All Day and Va Talent put together this sequel to the first StateIIState Joint that was released several months back. Here is a link to the download site on (www.datpiff.com) and recognize that we have a Charged Up ENT reppin on the first one: Official Freeze rocking one of his hard singles. VA Stand UP!!!

Download 'The State II State' Mixtape

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Noah O Exclusize Interview w/ HipHopVA

Noah O, the captain of the Charged Up boat, sat down with HipHopVA today and gave up this exclusive interview into the things of Charged Up Enterprise. With the release of Charged Up's newest 'New Money' Mixtape, and its acquisition of a well known studio in Richmond, Noah O and Charged Up are looking to place themselves amongst the high rolling teams running in and out of the 804. Enjoy this exclusive interview and listen to Noah O's newest single 'I Wanna Live Good.'

New Single
'I Wanna Live Good' ft. Fire Marshall Skrill - Listen Here

Q. How Long Have You Been Rapping? Name Some Major Accomplishments?

A. I started writing when I was 15. I was 16 when I started recording. At about 17 I ended up going to VA Randolph where I met Vell & Fire Marshall Skrill. The three of us became Divine Sonz. The week I met Vell they performed on BET's Teen Summit. Seeing them perform made me realize that it was possible to pursue this as a career. My biggest accomplishment so far I would say has been participating in Scribble Jam, TJ's DJ's Record Pool, meeting with several label A&R's and being mentioned in Ozone Magazine. All of these are stepping stones towards my long term goals and have kept me motivated by seeing that I have what it takes to be mentioned with the greats and those in the game.

Q. To This Day What Past Rapper Still Inspires You?

A. I am influenced by music and everyday life. At one point or another every Hip Hop star has had his or her impacts, but just the culture itself inspires me. From the way we dress, talk, dance, all the way to the music itself. It’s funny because I have hip hop kids now too. My parents put me in a talent show at when I was seven as "The Fat Boys," and I grew up watching my cousin wear a Raiders starter in California bumping Too Short & NWA. All this molded me into the artist I am today. I can actually remember watching "Strapped" at age 10. [Laughs] I am Hip Hop.

Q. Any guest appearances to look out for on the New Album?

A. On "TRILLmatic2" I have my whole Charged Up family: Official Freeze, Fire Marshall Skrill, Big Ty and a few others. It features production by our super producer Fire Marshall Skrill, Big Boyz Productions, Beat Renegades, Mikki Kawane & Kleph Dollaz.

Q. What is Your Plans For The Future?

A. For the Future I just plan on doing the best I can to bring my best music to the table. Our camp is trying to wean the listens off this fast food music. Ideally, I would love to stay independent, tour like the rock groups, and put out albums whenever I felt like it. I want to bring that spotlight to VA as a scene and help develop new talent, make sure we have lasting relationships with the venues we perform at and continue to bring live Hip Hop on a consistent basis with shows, MC battles & producer.

Q. What are your future plans for sticking around in this business of music?

A. My thing is to diversify so I'm not being labeled strictly as an artist. Even when I'm not putting out new material, I still keep my hand in the music whether working on new music or putting on events like "The Rebirth" so other artists can shine. Also moving forward I would like to be involved in more community work like "VyAy Day" or using my talent to help others. I understand however that you have to be great at one thing before you can master another, or else you’re just "alright" across the board.

Q. I hear acting is something that you want to eventually pursue?

A. One day maybe.[Laughs] For real that's way way down the line. I don't want to play with it and be an awful actor in a straight to DVD hood flick or something. I don't like to do anything unless I'm giving it my best and that acting is an art form that requires really immersing yourself and becoming that role. I want to give a shoutout to Johnny Depp and Robert Deniro too. Those dude get it done. Ideally, I would like a career like Ice Cube's. He has successfully done movies and still puts out good music independently keeping the majority of his profits.

Q. What Does Charged Up Enterprise Mean To You?

A. Basically, it’s a group of individuals moving in unity & loyalty towards a common goal. We believe in success in whatever we touch. This is the definition of Charged Up. It is an idea, bigger than a company or LLC. Like America. America is an idea as long as America is what it was it intended to be it will survive. Once you are so far gone from where you started then it loses its meaning. It has to be right for the right reasons. Meaning its not about money, success or becoming a rap star. It is a way to make a way from no way. Without God none of this is possible or worth pursuing.

Q. What’s been your biggest Hip-Hop moment so far?

A. So far I don't feel one moment was more important than another, I believe success and building a name/career is a string of accomplishments that over time make up a bigger picture. One day when I'm much further along than now, ill probably has better answer

Q. What do you foresee for yourself five to ten years down the road?

A. 5-10 years from now...wow...life is so crazy right now I'd like to be retired from rap living in my dream house, laughing over a good meal with my family and my closest friends. Ima want to look back on these times and say "Man, you remember when we was struggling." I'd like to own a restaurant and rent out a few properties so I can make sure all my family is living good.

Q. Any last minute message you want to relay to the listeners?

A. Believe in God and believe in yourself. We are living in a time where people are so negative. Not only will they shoot down your dreams, but they will shoot you down for just having the courage to dream and act on it. Don't hesitate or blame others for your downfall go and get what you want. If it doesn't work, rethink your strategy and try again. I was fortunate to have family from overseas, so the thought of "The American Dream" is fresh to me, there are people in Haiti, Mexico all over this world who die to make it here to these shores and have just the opportunity to make it in life. We have that here; time is short don't ever take this gift of life for granted.

Word - (HipHopVA)

The Front-Runner Official Freeze

Listen to 'Beautiful Music' - Freeze ft. Fire Marshall Skrill
Listen to 'Till The Wheels Fall Off' - Freeze ft. Fire Marshall Skrill

The anointed front-runner of Charged Up ENT is, once again, killing the streets and giving the WORLD what its been asking for. With an album on the way, new management, and Charged Up team ready for war. With other acts such as the talented FIVE Footers, super-producer Fire Marshall Skrill and the legendary Noah O Charged Up Enterprise is moving to one of the top positions in the 804.

Soulogik

Soulogik
Recording Artist/Producer


Higher Unlearning: The Next Level of Thought
Rapper/Producer Soulogik appears phoenix-like rising from the unstable conditions of Mozambique. Now residing in Alexandria, VA he is putting the finishing touches on his desperately needed debut album "Higher Unlearning" which is due on August 30th. The album is filled to the brim with detailed images of his corrupt and poverty stricken homeland, boasting a smorgasbord of sharp production from all over the world. Here are the first two leaks:

"Before The Jury" ft. L.E.G.A.C.Y. prod. by Nel Sentimentum - Listen Here
"Higher Unlearning" prod. by Elevation - Listen Here

UNLEARN!
soulogik@inversetangent.com
www.soulogik.com
www.inversetangent.com

Middle East Micfest Stops in Richmond at the Camel Tomorrow

www.micfest2010.com

This phenomenal grass-root hip hop show was born in Roanoke, VA in 2004 by Mack Jones(Poe Mack and Case Jones). The goal, was simply unifying the strong Indie artist(s) movement within the middle region of the East Coast(from Baltimore to Charlotte). The preceding six shows brought together this region’s best rappers. Now Mack Jones re-unifies, alongside Scottie Flippen, to bring the Micfest to your backyard in 2010. In the month of January, and through the end of March, You will witness performances from the likes of K-Beta, Kaze, Jah I Witness and many more to be announced!! The tour launch date is January 22nd in Greensboro, North Carolina. The conclusion will occur April 9th in the show’s original birthplace, Roanoke, VA.

Saturday, March 13
Live at The Camel
Middle East MicFest
1621 W. Broad Street

Featuring Artists Thad Reid ~ Black Liquid ~ Noah O ~ Divine Profitz

Allow Me To Reintroduce Myself... Yung Reace

Yung Reace Sold a total of 8k records on his own in 2009 on Itunes, Amazon and Napster and Just released his full LP(The Untold Story). In its first week the 'The Untold Story sold 554 copies. Support this brother whos music is worth listening to and the finacial backing that we give to lames. Peace

Listen to 'Gone Off the Goose' - Here

Contact
Kingproduction85@aol.com

The Fatboy Slim x Intalek Experiment

1.Under The Sun 03:41
2.Freaky People 02:46
3.Diff'rent 04:09
4.Bird of Prey (Ready or Not) 06:49
5.Ear to Ear 03:05
6.Weapons of Choice (ft. A. Driver x Carnage 45 x Kid Icarus) 05:05
7.Praise Me 03:28
8.Foreva 04:13
9.Free (ft. Sanura) 05:22
10.War 04:28
11.Aja's Song (The FBS Theme) 03:24

Intalek's most anticipated 5th mixtape is compiled of a mash up between himself and England's Fatboy Slim!!

Fatboy Slim is a world renown DJ, who's created hits such as "The Rockerfeller Skank", "Right Here, Right Now", and "Praise You" which won a MTV Video Music Award back in the 90s.

Intalek takes on Slim's hits as he gives respect to one of his influences in music.

11 tracks of pure lyricism, gritty hip hop induced beats, and a musical experiment unlike any other!

DownLoad and Listen Here - The Fatboy Slim x Intalek Experiment

Thomas "HipNosiS" Carter

DownLoad Mixtape Here - T.H.C. The Love Boat Edition


New Album
NAME: Thomas Francis Carter II
ARTIST NAME: HipNosiS

BIO: Uptown D.C.'s Thomas "HipNosiS" Carter poses a threat to any MC around. At the young age of 20 HipNosiS has a mixtape catalogue 9 tapes deep, a plethora of performances, as well as noted battles against some of D.Cs elite underground artist. His most recent release T.H.C. The Love Boat Edition feat. Sol Zahran, (HIP-SOL ENT.) is a Hip-Hop/R&B crash course into the world of addiction. The project is sequel to HipNosiS most successful release to date T.H.C. (The Hipnosis Chronicles) both available on the official HipNosiS website.

www.hipnosisdc.webs.com
www.twitter.com/hipnosisbtc
http://www.myspace.com/hipnosisbtc

'Dancing With The Devil' by Mark Curry

'Dancing With the Devil' gives detailed insight into the life of sly rap moguls, like Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs, and how many innocent fall victim to the trickery that lies within the music industry. A must read for any entrepreneur, music lover, rapper, producer or student. Support the movement... www.markcurrybook.com



Go to the website www.markcurrybook.com and buy this book. 'Dancing with the Devil'

Freeze at Posh March 8, 2008

Charged Up Ent Staff Meeting



Freeze performing at Posh



Freeze, Black Liq, and FireMarshall Skrill performing

“Cases” by Tom Delay

From the depths of the Maryland underground, Brake Fast Records is proud to present "Cases" - an album filled with witty lyrics, shifting stream of consciousness raps and intriguing storytelling, all backed by a dark, enthralling soundscape. With top notch production from beat extraordinaires Tom Delay, Mark Henry (Raheem Devaughn, Freeway) and Nick Tha 1da (Emilio Rojas, Ken Starr), to put it simply...the album knocks!

"Cases" includes exceptional tracks from A-Class (who has been quickly making a name for himself in the Grind Time battle circuit), young Baltimore wordsmith Trace Blam and NC heavyhitter L.E.G.A.C.Y. (Justus League, Hall of Justus) who, fresh off the release of the critically acclaimed "Suicide Music" LP, plays the role of the most corrupt checking in on "Officer Kickass". The remainder of the album includes tracks from a slew of Maryland emcees, namely Mic Brown, Seph Jones, 4th Down, A6, IronSoul and Xtra, who all provide outstanding contributions.

In the same vein as conceptual works like Prince Paul's "A Prince Among Thieves" and Sticky Fingaz's "Black Trash", this 1960's crime drama-inspired album is a breath of fresh air in these times of exhaustive mix-tape releases and the invariable LP format. As each detailed story advances the discordant plot line to play out more like blockbuster movie than an album, it is clear that "Cases" is not just another compilation.


Cases iTunes link:

http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/cases/id336913088


Cases CD baby link:

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/tomdelay


Contact
Brake Fast Records
brakefastrecords@gmail.com
tomdelaybeats@gmail.com

www.twitter.com/brakefast
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Phone: 301-325-0215
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www.myspace.com/brakefastrecords
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Trace Blam and Spencer Brown

Spencer Brown was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. For the past 11 years he has been generating a buzz in the east coast not only as a PRODUCER but as a talented Skateboarder as well. While gaining notable respect in the skateboard world he yet to have his breakout within the Hip Hop community. Growing up skating the streets of Baltimore gave him a deep appreciation for REAL HipHop and he considers himself to be a student of the game, willing to learn and adapt to the ever changing music. His main influences are the late great J Dilla , Pete Rock , DJ Premiere and MadLib. Spencer resides in San Diego, California where he putting his excellent skateboarding skills to good use. His sponsors include JSLV clothing, DC shoes, Plan B skateboards, Silver Trucks, and FKD bearing. He still makes beats everyday , and wants to link up with as many real artists that are trying to keep HipHop alive and breathing.

Skate Footage
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Spencer Brown MySpace
www.twitter.com/spencerbrown88



Trace Blam
Born an raised in Baltimore city, Trace Blam's musical influences have always been whats fueled his development as an aspiring artist. With house parties and backyards being the only way to showcase his talent, pursuing music was never a priority as much as it was just a fun hobby for the now up-and-coming MC. Tired of being the embodiment of unused talent, in 2007 Trace set his eyes on Baltimore's underground hip-hop scene. After proving his worth in the artistic community by performing at open mics and talent showcases, Trace began networking his way into being a featured act in a slew of Baltimore hip-hop events. In a years time Trace managed to make an appearance on 92Q's "Tuesday Night Tapout MC Battles" and opened up for acts such as Freeway, Baltimore's own Bossman, and L.E.G.A.C.Y. Picking up two sponsors from VU Skate Shop and the Inspire Clothing Trend on his was to signing with Brake Fast Records makes for a good start to be what looks like a promising career for this Baltimore native.(HipHopVA)

HOT Mixtape ft. Trace Blam
'The HomeWork Project' - Trace Blam and Spencer Brown

TraceBlam
www.brakefastrecords.com
www.myspace.com/traceblam
www.twitter.com/traceblam
www.inspireclothingtrend.com
http://tragicgenius.wordpress.com

Tifanii Songbird

TIFANII SONGBIRD
Tracks

'I Got U' - TIFANII SONGBIRD
'Somebody Else' - TIFANII SONGBIRD

TIFANII SONGBIRD
www.myspace.com/tifaniisongbird
www.twitter.com/Tifaniisongbird