Tag Archives: Fresh Espresso

Story of the Benchwarmer: John Crown – Before I Wake You Up

Posted on October 29, 2010 by JoeyMC

Several writers have pointed out that one of the main differences between the Seattle and Tacoma hip-hop scenes is one of grounding. Seattle acts have their heads in the clouds looking past reality, whether it be Eighty4 Fly‘s superstar aspirations … Continue reading →

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Concert Review: City Arts Fest – Hip-Hop Takes Over the Paramount

Posted on October 22, 2010 by JoeyMC

All photos by Kristian Sanford Hip-hop took over Seattle’s Paramount Theater in a show where the venue created much of the anticipation. Like groundbreaking performances such as the Rolling Stones’ concert in China or Jay-Z commandeering Madison Square Garden for … Continue reading →

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Ramblings: The “Blowing Up” Conundrum, Puget Sound Edition

Posted on September 20, 2010 by JoeyMC

I just wrote a brief “new music” feature for SSG which you should read here. I talk about Eighty4 Fly’s new EP, The Eighty4Fly Project (get it for free here), focusing on lead single “So Cool.” Basically, as I said … Continue reading →

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Labor Days: Bumbershoot Wrap-Up Sunday 9/5

Posted on September 6, 2010 by JoeyMC

Hip-hop is: An Experience. My day started with Fresh Espresso’s much-anticipated set at the State Farm (formerly Fisher Green) stage. I arrived just before MCs P Smoov and Rik Rude, DJ Terry Radjaw, and drummer Trent Moorman launched into “Diamond … Continue reading →

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