(Video) E-40 ft. Turf Talk- Got Rich Twice

Finally something fans of E-40's earlier music can appreaciate

Vic Da Baron ft. E-40 & Turf Talk- Adjust Da Bass

Vic Da Baron ft. E-40 & Turf Talk- Adjust Da Bass


Ran across this track on hiphopruckus.com. It's off Vic Da Baron's "History In The Making" project.

(Video) 50 Cal ft. Turf Talk, Outrageous, Karizmakaze- Hood Boi

HOODBOI from Prime Zero on Vimeo.


Prime Zero are the people to go to for videos in the Bay.... I've seen nothing but quality.

J-Peezy Ft. Turf Talk, Taj-He-Spitz, & J-Diggs- Get Mine (Produced by Rob-E)

J-Peezy Ft. Turf Talk, Taj-He-Spitz & J-Diggs (Produced By Rob-E)

This one's on J-Peezy's new mixtape...sounds like a nice album track though.

What Bay Area Artists Can Turn Heads?

The truth is that E-40 is currently the only Bay Area rapper who is relevant to the national mainstream artists. Sure, some others are stars in their own region. But look at the Bay Area on globe and see how small it is compared to the rest of the country and to the world. After losing the momentum the Bay Area gained in 2006, the local scene seems to be reloading for another run towards getting recognized on a nation level. These are the artists I feel have the best chance.
**Inspired by a post on the siccness.net message board

A-LIST: Has a good chance to make an impact on the national level.

The Jacka
Pros- In my opinion, he puts out the best music from the Bay. Can appeal to the streets and to mainstream audience without making a dance song. Smooth flow and usually chooses nice production. East Coast connections.
Cons- He's not gonna blow up with one song...you really gotta listen to his albums to get into his music.

Clyde Carson
Pros- Complete package for the mainstream, he can make radio friendly songs without making them corny, appears to be a very good business man, can appeal to the streets and mainstream. Affiliated with BWS.
Cons- Has not yet put out a solo album so who knows how he is as a solo artist.

Ya Boy
Pros- Nice flow and great punchlines. Style isn't limited to the Bay. Affiliation with The Game gave him exposure.
Cons- Limited subject matter and unrealistic rhymes don't do it for me. The kids will still enjoy it but it got old real quick.

Messy Marv
Pros- Must have a great work ethic to put out as many projects as he has, can create hits for the streets, networks with artists in the south.
Cons- Can he stay out of jail? Will playing with his nose eventually bring him down as an artist?

Mistah F.A.B.
Pros- Has an image that can appeal to kids all over the country, can make some real songs, already has some exposure to the mainstream.
Cons- Simple rhymes, not respected as an artist by many, can sound corny at times.

B-List: Has a chance to make an impace on the national level.

Turf Talk
Pros- Affiliated with E-40. Has a unique style and can spit over all kinds of beats.
Cons- Has a unique style that may cause people to pass without giving him a chance.

The Frontline
Pros- Great lyrics over great E-A-Ski production. They talk about real issues and can still make great singles (ie. Bang It).
Cons- They don't seem to network with other artists very much. You don't hear much from them between album when it comes to features on other albums. People seem to forget about them.

Keak Da Sneak
Pros- He's had a good amount of exposure. Lots of play for "Superhyphy" and had a feature E-40's huge single, "Tell Me When To Go". He's also on Koch, which will help him reach a wider audience.
Cons- The big question is whether or not he still has what it takes to make a good album. His last official solo, Copium, was solid. However, most people haven't been too impressed with anything he has put out since.

San Quinn
Pros- Quinn can spit. He really goes off on some beats, you can feel the emotion.
Cons- After releasing tons of solo albums, he still hasn't been able to break into the national spotlight.

Balance
Pros- He has a style that could be accepted by East Coast fans. Probably has better connections to mixtape DJ's throughout the country than anyone else on this list. Has worked with artists from different regions (Papoose, Chamillionaire, etc.)
Cons- He doesn't really stand out from the countless other mixtape rappers.

C-List: Had a chance to make it, but it might be too late.

Federation
Pros- Rick Rock production.
Cons- It doesn't seem like major labels know what to do with them. They're not too good at making anything other than hyphy songs.

The Pack
Pros- They appeal to a younger crowd. Mainstream friendly. They've already had a national hit.
Cons- They haven't been able to duplicate the success of "Vans". They're pretty much limited to party songs. They don't really appeal to anyone who is older than a high schooler.



If you feel like I missed someone who should be on this list, let me know and tell me why.

(Video) Mainy Mike ft. Tha K.Y.D. & Turf Talk- We On

Only posted it cuz of the Turf Talk feature...pretty generic Bay Area song.

Hyphy Aint Dead! Turf Talk & Mistah F.A.B. ft. Dubee- The Owners

Don't remember if I mentioned this yet, but Turf Talk and Mistah F.A.B. have a project coming out called "Hyphy Ain't Dead." It was scheduled to drop Tuesday of this week, but I don't think it happened. Listen to a track off the album here.

First Week Album Sales for Messy Marv + Random News

Messy Marv's Draped Up and Chipped Out 2 sold 1,700 units

Too Short has a solo album coming out next tuesday, December 4th, called "Get Off The Stage." I think this is his last album on Jive. The single off the album is "This My One" ft. E-40.

Mistah F.A.B. and Turf Talk are scheduled to drop a project called "Hyphy Aint Dead" on December 18th. This is going to be a siccness release...and I have high hopes. The only siccness release I've heard was that "Messy Slick" album and that one was quality.

C-Bo is back in jail for a parole violation.

Dj King Assassin

Yesterday I posted a song by Assassin featuring Akon. If you liked that song you can listen to more of his music here.. http://liferdef.blogspot.com
That's the free download site for singles released by Assassin and other artists on his label.

The newest post on that blog has an "xmas mix" featuring Turf Talk and Mistah F.A.B. If you lazy to go over there for a link...here it is..http://www.zshare.net/audio/48583700fde7c8/

Strong Arm Steady ft. Turf Talk, Crooked I & J Rock- One Step (remix)

http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/audio/id.3579/title.strong-arm-steady-f-crooked-i-jay-rock-turf-talk-one-step-rmx

I think there's a link to download this at dubcnn.com...not the greatest Turf Talk verse buts its always good to see a Bay artist on tracks with non local artists (even though Turf Talk also lived in southern Cali).

Droop-E, Turf Talk, B-Slimm: Big Fat Pig Chain

http://www.zshare.net/audio/31753591622ed3/

Although the lyrics aren't really saying much.... this song sounds real nice.

*link jacked from hoodaffiliated.blogspot.com

Turf Talk- West Coast Vaccine (The Cure) *REVIEW*

Artist: Turf Talk
Title: West Coast Vaccine (The Cure)
Label: Sick Wid It

Track List:

1. Intro Ft. Akronems (Prod By Nick Fury) 3:22
2. Bring The Base Back (Prod By Rick Rock) 2:24
3. Doe Boy Ft. E-40, B-Legit (Prod by Droop-E) 3:25
4. Record Company (Skit) 0:58
5. Super Star Ft. Locksmith (Prod by E-A-Ski and CMT) 3:10 http://www.zshare.net/audio/22457440edd413/
6. I Got Chips Ft. E-40 (Prod By Rick Rock) 3:38
7. That's That Turf Talk (Prod By The Bizness) 3:29
8. Broke Niggas (Prod By Droop-E) 4:09
9. Popo's Ft. E-40 (Prod By Droop-E) 3:43
http://www.zshare.net/audio/2245793206c88d/
10.Back In The Day Ft. Cartoon, Jelly Roll (Prod by Rome) 4:19
11. Money On Ya' Head Ft. Knockamichie (Prod by Rick Rock) 3:01
12. Holla At You Ft. Rick Rock (Prod by Rick Rock) 4:35
13. Sick Wid' It Is The Crew Ft. E-40 (Prod by Jake 1) 4:10
14. X Ft. Yukmouth (Prod By Rick Rock) 5:09
15. Liquor Store (Skit) 1:28
16. I'm Ghetto (Prod By Rick Rock) 3:36
http://www.zshare.net/audio/224615484f7593/
17. Stop Snitchin' Ft. E-40 (Prod by Droop-E) 3:32
18. Minnie Minnie Ft. Freeway (Prod Droop-E) 4:21
19. Rippah Ft. Too Short (Prod By Troy Sanders) 3:51
20. Shinnin' (Prod By LA) 2:50
21. Groupie (Prod By Traxamillion) 3:47

My Rating: 4/5

My Review:

Unlike most people out here, I wasn't a big fan of Turf's debut album, "Street Novelist." I like Turf Talk's style, but I didn't like a lot of the beats from that album. His last album didn't sound like many other albums, and neither does this new one, but I enjoyed this one a lot more. With most of the album being produced by Rick Rock and Droop-E, you knew it was gonna have some serious slaps on it.

Best Track: Popo's. I can't believe Droop-E did this beat.

Other Standout Tracks: Super Star, Holla At You, I'm Ghetto, Groupie

Weak Tracks: Sick Wid' It Is The Crew, Rippah (The bass is DAMNN, but errything else is BOO BOO)

If you liked Turf's last album, you'll like this one because most of his appeal comes from his style. He's good for a couple of hot lines in each verse, but he's no lyrical beast.

Bay Area Soundscans

*Jacked From A Forum, not gonna bust it out cuz a certain organization is going after people who post soundscan numbers*

There numbers are as of January of this year

SAN QUINN
ROCK: PRESSURE MAKES DIAMONDS
MBRE
Album2005-10-11
17967

KEAK DA SNEAK
KUNTA KINTE
RTEN
Album2006-02-21
15838

KEAK DA SNEAK
CONTACT SPORT
SIC
Album2006-02-07
9349

MISTAH FAB
MAC DRE PRESENTS-SON OVA PIMP
THZN
Album2005-04-19
12553

PACK,THE
SKATEBOARDS 2 SCRAPERS
SBME
Album2006-12-19
5025

BULLYS WIT FULLYS
INFRASTRUCTURE
MBRE
Album2006-03-07
8679

BIG RICH
BLOCK TESTED, HOOD APPROVED
KOCH
Album2006-06-27
4382

TOO SHORT
BLOW THE WHISTLE
JIVE
Album2006-07-25
120925

E-40
MY GHETTO REPORT CARD
WAR
Album2006-03-14
484050

TURF TALK
STREET NOVELIST
SKWI
Album2004-09-14
17067

TURF TALK
BRINGS THE HOOD COLABILATION
SKWI
Album2005-03-29
11165

FEDERATION
FEDERATION
VRGN
Album2004-10-05
29171



The following are more updated:

E-40 MY GHETTO REPORT CARD Album 2006-03-14 507331
KEAK DA SNEAK/P.S.D. THA DRIVA DA BIDNESS Album 2007-02-13 13348
MISTAH F.A.B. DA BAYDESTRIAN Album 2007-05-15 8185

Turf Talk and Federation Release Dates

As far as I know, Turf Talk's "West Coast Vaccine" is still set to drop June 5th. Members of the Siccness.net forum who claim they have heard it are saying nothing but good things about it.

As for the Federation, it seems as if their album, "It's Whateva," has now been pushed back to July 17th...althought I don't know if this is official, it would make sense because no one outside the bay even knows they have a new album coming out.