Straight Gangsterism

Raekwon: Solo careers hurt Wu-Tang

Langston — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:18:20 +0000

In this short interview done for VLAD TV, Raekwon suggests that solo careers hurt the Wu-Tang Clan. Essentially, he claims that the solo albums bred jealously and competitiveness which ultimately damaged group productivity. This is strange because I always felt that Wu-Tang’s structure, which facilitated solo moves, was part of the reason they collectively and individually made dope music for so long. A more rigid group structure would have lead to even more intense frustration and competitiveness.

Furthermore, the solo albums only made them better MCs. I think the jump, emceeing wise, from 36 Chambers to Wu-Tang Forever was in-part due to the solos. It gave them a comfortable space to build their identity and sharpen their skills.

Anyways, Raekwon offers an interesting take that I’ve never heard before. Check it out…

The 6 Demon Bag Remix EP and We’re Back!

Langston — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:18:28 +0000

D-Risha vs That Purple Bastard’s 6 Demon Bag Remix EP drops today. Producer Purple Bastard remixed some of dopest tracks from D-Risha’s incredible 2011 release, Big Trouble in Houston Texas. Cop here to support some of the coldest artists out of Houston.

And this is the true return of Straight Gangsterism. I’ve been waiting for the right moment to bring the site back and this is the perfect one.D-Risha and Purple Bastard make unique, progressive, high quality music that the world needs to be exposed to. While my site’s focus will remain music, I also plan to expose and comment on a variety of interesting art forms as well as social issues.

WE’RE BACK!

Peace

Snow tha Product

Langston — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 17:25:20 +0000

One of my professors hipped me to this girl. In her “Holy Shit” video, she identifies as a White, but I read that she is at least part Latina. She’s from Cali, but is living in Texas (Houston, I think). She’s skilled, but I’m not super moved by her music. Check her out:

“Holy Shit”

“Drunk Love”

R.I.P. Tre-8

Langston — Mon, 30 May 2011 16:21:26 +0000

New Orleans MC and former No Limit Soldier Tre-8 passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident on May 28, 2011. My condolences go out to his loved ones and fans. Read more here.

Peace

UGK – One Day (Blue Sky Black Death Remix)

Langston — Fri, 27 May 2011 14:39:16 +0000

Instrumental duo Blue Sky Black Death dropped this incredible remix of UGK’s “One Day” shortly after Pimp died. Peace to Steady Bloggin for putting me on to this.

-Langston

Kreayshawn – Gucci Gucci

Langston — Tue, 24 May 2011 03:47:22 +0000

I don’t know much about Kreayshawn. She’s a white girl. She’s from East Oakland (home to some of my favorite rappers in the world). She’s homies with Lil B, Soulja Boy, and Odd Future. This beat is insane and I like how she uses it.

Here’s a little write up on her.

Peace.

Kashflow and Curren$y in the studio

Langston — Thu, 19 May 2011 17:15:22 +0000

Dope stuido footage of two of my favorites out of the N.O., Kashflow and Curren$y.

Kashflow – UFO (Ultimately Fly Object) mixtape

Langston — Fri, 28 May 2010 03:52:16 +0000

I’m a little late, but go check out Kashflow’s UFO (Ultimately Fly Object) mixtape. Kashflow is a dope artist out of New Orleans, LA, ready to do big things in the game. Check out his site here.

Download: http://www.zshare.net/download/75166213156c1981/

Restructuring the site. Be back soon.

-Str8 G

Radio interviews with Master P and C-Murder

Langston — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 19:55:08 +0000

97.9 interviews Master P, who discusses his brother C-Murder’s current legal situation. Later, C-Murder called into the station to discuss his feelings about his brother. I have to side with P here, but I hope they resolve their issues.

Check out my previous coverage of C’s brushes with the law.

Peace

OSJW: Bad Brains “Banned in DC”

Langston — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:15:54 +0000

About as Gangsta as you can get:

Bad Brains “Band in DC” Live at CBGB 1982

Peace