Ryan Leslie – “When I Think About Love”

Ryan Leslie definitely got it right with this record. I can even see a nice remix coming from this. If 50 Cent was still any good, I’d tell Ryan to give him a call. Ladies, hit that download link and enjoy. Fellas, do the same. There’s nothing wrong with a little R&B every now and then.

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Download: “When I Think About Love”

Kanye West 2.0

Kanye has finally dropped his brand new blog on us. It seems like a more artsy form of expression for the rap superstar. And if you’re reading this Amber Rose, I love you. If things ever turn sour between you and Ye, please feel free to hit me up. I’m sure PFOP will be a mega giant by then so your quality of living won’t go down too much. Yadig?

Wiz Khalifa Interview w/ Flying With Da Fishes

Flyingwithdafishes.com recently caught up with one this years XXL freshman, Wiz Khalifa, in Detroit. We chopped it about the success of his latest album “Deal Or No Deal”, why he prefers “paper planes” over blunts, The “How Fly” Movie he is working on with Curren$y, how producers can send him beats and his plans for the future.

Check out Flying With Da Fishes interview with Curren$y here.

A Skip Review: “Shutter Island”

I decided to brace the heavy rain and wind to head over the local cinema last night where I saw Martin Scorsese’s “Shutter Island.” Wow, what a movie. From the very beginning, I was captivated by the eerie storyline, vivid imagery, and an absolutely stunning performance from one of my favorite actors, Leonardo DiCaprio. “Shutter Island” was able to fill everyone in the theater with several different emotions throughout the film; sadness to amusement to utter fear in a matter of minutes. The twist at the end threw me for a complete loop and had me wanting to stand and applaud what Scorsese and DiCaprio were able to accomplish once again. I highly recommend everyone go check out “Shutter Island” before it’s too late… Muhahahahaha. Update: Dizzle just opened my eyes to yet another twist at the very end I completely missed. Wow.

PFOP Artists: Secret Jones

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Secret Jones – “One By One”

The name Secret Jones is not just a name, it’s a statement. Not being one to talk much about his life and experiences in person, he shares it all with the microphone instead. Jones’s music, much like himself, is very hard to put a label on. Is it hip-hop? Absolutely. But in what genre of hip-hop do you categorize it? Southern rap or New York hip-hop? East Coast or West Coast? An artist is often influenced by the region in which they live because it directly relates to how they experienced the world. Secret Jones, however, didn’t experience the world in one place. Born in Europe, and then moving to the United States in his early childhood, Secret Jones has lived down south, up north, and on both coasts of this country. The result of such an upbringing is a musical style that is just as eclectic and diverse as his background. His musical influences range from the classic soul artists of the 70’s to modern rock artists of the new millennium and everywhere in between. If asked to describe his style, Jones would reply with a non-descript “I make music.” But his sound is more like the result of Common and Miike Snow having a musical baby. Secret Jones paints his thoughts on a variety of different canvases, but there is one common theme in all of his songs. He writes what he feels, when he feels it, with no hesitation or compromise. What you listen to reflects exactly what he felt when he first heard the music that his lyrics are now laid over. Secret Jones’ music is art and expression in its purest form. After you listen to it, you may know him better than some of his closest friends.

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J. Ferb – “run 2 the S U N” EP

Check out this real dope project from J. Ferb featuring new and old joints from the Memphis rapper. This kid is on his way to stardom, I have no doubt he’ll make it. I’m still waiting on a J. Ferb x MoShadee record… Tracklist after the jump.

Download: “run 2 the SUN”

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“A Nightmare On Elm Street” Trailer

Freddy Krueger (Jackie Earle Haley) returns in A Nightmare on Elm Street, a contemporary re-imagining of the horror classic. A group of suburban teenagers share one common bond: they are all being stalked by Freddy Krueger, a horribly disfigured killer who hunts them in their dreams. As long as they stay awake, they can protect one another…but when they sleep, there is no escape.

Michael Bay is directing this so you know it’s gonna be something worth watching. As far as scary movies go, I’m checkin’ out “Shutter Island” tonight. This may just be next on my list.

Barretso – “Midnight Walk”

I never heard of Barresto until a few minutes ago but thanks to the good folks at KTP, my life just got that much better. Awesome electro record for all you looking for somethin’ to dance to. Check it out!

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Download: “Midnight Walk”

Dan Black & KiD CuDi Perform “Symphonies Remix”

I’m still completely in love with this song. Skip to about two minutes to see the get into it and click here to check out the official video.

Rick Ross – “The Timeless Audemars Piguet Collection” Mixtape

Here’s a little something for all you Rick Ross fans out there. Features include Diddy, Wack Flocka, Birdman, DJ Khaled, and more. Tracklist after the jump. PFOP all day!

Download: “The Timeless Audemars Piguet Collection”

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Reflection Eternal Interview w/ OkayplayerTV

After a short break, we’re back with the latest edition of Okayplayer TV. Who better to bring back OKPTV than one of our most favorite groups, Reflection Eternal. Live from the set of RE’s upcoming video, “In This World,” OKP chops it up with Kweli and Hi-Tek about The RE:Union, why they took so long to come out with a new album, gettin’ props from Jay-Z (and turning it into a hook), and more. Look for the video “In This World” to drop next week. Reflection Eternal’s new album, Revolutions Per Minute will be out April 6th. Shout out to Sidik Fofana for the interview, episode filmed and edited by Noisemaker Media.

These dudes are too ill. “Train of Thought” is slowly but surely becoming one of my favorite albums ever. Get familiar.

Curren$y – “Address” (ft. Stalley) Video

Ain’t nuthin’ changed but the address.

Wow. This is really good stuff. Awesome record and the video blew me away. I don’t know too much about Stalley but after hearing him on records with Curren$y and The Cool Kids, he gets my stamp of approval. Jets fool! Update: Mp3 added.

Download: “Address” (ft. Stalley)

PMTV: A Message From Raekwon

The perspective of music from a veteran is crucial to understanding our own creations. Progress Magazine goes one on one with world reknown artist Raekwon the Chef of The Wu Tang Clan to view his insights on music culture.

Dope. It’s great seeing the PM-LIVE brethren grindin’ hard.