Thursday, December 24, 2009

Happy Holidays from !llmind & The BLAP Boys!


As 2009 draws to a close, Illmind and the entire squad would like to express our sincere thanks for your continued support.

With the recent release of "Blaps, Rhymes & Life 4" and the start of our B.L.A.P. bi-monthly LIVE producer showcase series, we hope we can continue to provide our services to the masses.

Seasons greetings and Happy Holidays!
Illmind & The Blap Boys

B.L.A.P. (Beats Love Alcohol Party) resumes Thursday January 14th 2010
Blaps, Rhymes & Life 4 is now available! Download it HERE
More Info: www.illmind.biz

Sunday, December 13, 2009

It's finally here! "BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE" VOL. 4

BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE VOL. 4

(disc 1)

01 Thoth - Get Your Game Right (Produced by Illmind)

02 Clap Cognac - I'm Gonna Do It (Produced by Illmind)

03 Fortilive (!llmind, Mushmouf & Slo-Mo) - Gimme (Produced by Illmind)

04 Mistah Fab - Follow Me (Produced by Illmind)

05 Brooklyn Academy f_Fresh Jones & Keith Murray - Hide (Produced by Illmind)

06 Seer - Ill Mind (Produced by Illmind)

07 KNGDM - Gazillion (Produced by Illmind)

08 Krs-One & Buckshot f_DJ Revolution - Survival Skills (Produced by Illmind)

09 Contra - Fall Back (Produced by Illmind)

10 Skyzoo f_Big Pooh & Naledge (Kidz In The Hall) - Say What You Say (Produced by Illmind)

11 Verbal Kent f_Lance Ambu - Examples (Produced by Illmind)

12 Truck North - Hot! (Produced by Illmind)

13 BURNTmd f_Reef The Lost Cauze, Copywrite, Phil Da Agony, Reks - Let's Get ILL (Produced by Illmind)

14 Naps N Dreds f_Thurstin Howl Da 3rd - Call It Quits (Produced by Illmind)

15 Roscoe Umali - Blow Your Mind (Produced by Illmind)



(disc 2)

01 D-Black - No Ordinary Love (Produced by Illmind)

02 Gliffics f_Chanj - Call Me Crazy (Produced by Illmind/Additional guitars by Maki)

03 Strange Fruit Project f_ Erykah Badu - Get Live (Produced by Illmind)

04 Jared Evan - They Don't Know (Produced by Illmind)

05 Eric Roberson - Remember When (Exclusive Remix Produced by Illmind)

06 Daria Jones - Stay (Produced by Illmind)

07 Rae - So Sexy (Produced by Illmind)

08 Grynch - The Right Way (Produced by Illmind)

09 3D - If I Want To (Produced by Illmind)

10 Naeem Oba f_BrikAbrak - Julia (Produced by Illmind)

11 Hydroponikz f_Jay Legaspi - The Blues (Produced by Illmind)

12 Sleek - We Rock The Mic (Produced by Illmind)

13 Last Days Fam - What You Doin It For (Produced by Illmind)

14 Naturel - We Don't Play (Produced by Illmind)

15 Black Irish - Kick Rocks (Produced by Illmind)


Wednesday, December 9, 2009

B.L.A.P. (Beats x Love x Alcohol x Party) this THURS. DEC. 10TH in NYC!!!

REASONABLE DOUBT THURSDAY & ILLMIND PRODUCTIONS PRESENT:
BLAP (BEATS*LOVE*ALCOHOL*PARTY)
"WHERE THE MPC BECOMES THE TURNTABLE"
FEATURING:
ILLMIND, EASTWOOD, BENAMIN, & CLOUD BEATS

BLAP continues to live by its motto “where the MPC becomes the turntable” by taking it back and showcasing the man behind this innovative new idea, Illmind! His popular new compilation "Blaps, Rhymes & Life Vol 4" is also dropping this week, so he will be playing exclusive new jams. Also this week, we've got up-and-coming talents Eastwood, Benamin, & Cloud Beats. This is going to be the perfect way to end of such a great year!

BLAP (Beats Love Alcohol Party)
"Where the MPC becomes the Turntable"
WHEN?
Thursday, December 10TH 10PM - 3AM
WHERE?
Forbidden City - 212 Avenue A ( by 13th Street) New York, NY 10009 No Cover/No Dress code

Featured Producers:
ILLMIND (50 Cent, G-Unit, Redman, & more)
EASTWOOD
BENAMIN
CLOUD BEATS

Side Treats by:
DJ Reason (iRT, Nature Sounds)
Jay Jung & Unkle Chip (Elite Camp)

ABOUT BLAP:
Most beat battles and producer showcases are taylored to industry professionals. But how would a general party crowd respond? B.L.A.P. (Beats Love Alcohol Party) was created to answer that question. Take four producers - a couple of known veterans and a few undiscovered talents, put them in front of a party and tell them to play their beats - its that simple. What separates B.L.A.P. from similar events is its casual nature. There is no stage and patrons are encouraged to dance. For the party goer unaware of the scene it becomes a new experience. For the industry pro, the laid back atmosphere provides a more comfortable arena to network & find their next hit producer. Created by Illmind, the producer for artists like 50 Cent, Redman, & The Jabbawockeez (ABDC's 1st season champs) who knows who will show up for this event series. Soon enough, everyone will know at B.L.A.P. - the MPC becomes the turntable.

Producers interested in participating in the next BLAP: blap.events@gmail.com or visit http://www.illmind.biz/

Brought to you by: Reasonable Doubt Thursdays, Illmind Productions and Guerrilla Words

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Squeeze Radio Dec 3, 2009 w Illmind, Sav Killz and J Ronin


Check me out on the world famous Squeeze Radio w/ Sucio Smash! I'm playing some exclusive joints from BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE VOL 4, dropping Monday, Dec. 7th! Plus, hear us bug out on some i$h..

To download the podcast and/or stream the entire show, CLICK HERE

01 D-Black - No Ordinary Love (Produced by Illmind)


1st single off !llmind's up-coming compilation "BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE" VOL. 4!

01 D-Black - No Ordinary Love (Produced by Illmind) DOWNLOAD HERE

"BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE" VOL 4 will be available for free download on Monday, Dec. 7th! STAY TUNED!

Friday, December 4, 2009

THE OFF!C!AL "Blaps, Rhymes & Life" Vol 4 RELEASE PARTY post party WRAP-UP!






(flix courtesy of Cheeks Deniro www.cheeksdeniro.com)


Here's some behind the scenes footage of my BR&L4 release party recently, courtesy of Rik Cordero and team Three21Media! SHOUTS to team !llmind, all the performers, and everyone who came out to support. If you missed it, shame on you!

"BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE" VOL 4 will be released next Monday, Dec. 7th.. It's going to be something special..

ANY up-coming artists interested in purchasing !llmind beats to appear on a future BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE compilation, please hit up Freddy at operations.illmind@gmail.com or visit www.illmind.biz

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Illmind, Tha Bizness & Emilio Rojas "Studio Essentials" Interview for iStandard



Another cool interview, this time with super-producers Tha Bizness and Emilio Rojeezy.

Illmind interview on iStandard @ Flux Studios NYC



Here's a little interview I did for the homie J Hatch at iStandard. Big up to FLUX STUDIOS.

Saturday, November 28, 2009

BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE VOL. IV RELEASE PARTY - NYC Santos Party House - Dec 2nd!


ILLMIND Productions & Guerrilla Words Presents:
"Blaps, Rhymes & Life VOL 4" Lifestyle Party
WHEN:
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009, 11pm - 4am
WHERE:
Santos Party House
, 96 Lafayette Street, NYC
ON THE WHEELS:
DJ Mpos of The Elite Camp, DJ Reason of IRT

FREE Beer provided by Sugar Hill Ale
FREE clothing giveaways from Crooks & Castles, Staple, Two In The Shirt, Pnoy Apparel, & more!
PLUS, one lucky swag bagger will find a FREE SONY PSP stuffed inside!
Event Coverage by The Smoking Section

Admission is FREE with RSVP, leave FULL NAME + Company/Affiliation to:blap.events@gmail.com

*RSVP DOES NOT guarantee entry once maximum capacity is reached, so get there early!

New York, NY - In honor of his latest digital compilation, “Blaps, Rhymes & Life Vol. 4”, music producer extraordinaire, Illmind is holding an event on Wednesday, December 2, 2009. This is the third installment of Illmind's series of lifestyle parties spotlighting some of today's hottest artists and sponsors involved with "Blaps." If you've been to one of these events, then you know what's about to go down! Coverage will be provided by music website The Smoking Section. Giveaways will be distributed throughout the event courtesy of Crooks & Castles, Staple Design, Two In The Shirt and Pnoy Apparel. Free beer will be provided by Sugar Hill Ale. This time around, we've got a few "special guest performances", so you don't want to miss this!!


WHAT IS "BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE"?

“Blaps, Rhymes & Life” is a digital compilation series that consists of major artists (50 Cent, Eminem, LL Cool J, etc) and underground artists (Skyzoo, Wale, Boot Camp Clik) that Illmind has produced for and is free for download. The BR&L mixtape series has over 140,000 downloads to date. Each BR&L mixtape is coupled with an official release party, which provides an opportunity for artists, producers, A&R’s, managers, and other industry folk to network in a party atmosphere.
Our previous "Blaps, Rhymes & Life" release party took place at Grand Banks in downtown Jersey City and was hosted by Hot 97's own Miss Info to a 500 plus capacity crowd. In attendance were notable figures from Hot 97, Crooks & Castles, Fader Magazine, Cornerstone Promotions, and Sprite to name a few. Tastemakers from all over NYC, such as Neil Armstrong (Mixtape DJ legend, & Jay-Z's official DJ), The Jabbawockeez, and many more were in attendance.

Illmind is a multi-platinum producer signed with Sha Money XL (former G-Unit president) and has produced tracks for G-Unit, 50 Cent,Eminem, Black Eyed Peas, Dr. Dre, Redman, Scarface, LL Cool J and Talib Kweli among others. He has showcased in many producer events & battles alongside fellow producers like Kanye West, 9th Wonder, Just Blaze, and more. He has also produced music for the world famous dance crew, Jabbawockeez (ABDC Season 1 champs) and various television spots for Nike, Hot 97, De Camp, Alize, Smirnoff, and Eidos Games. Recently, he scored the intro music for current IBF Champion boxer, Nonito Donaire. Starting in Feb. of 2010, Illmind will be teaching at Clive Davis' School of Music Business at NYU.


TO DOWNLOAD
"BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE" VOL. 1 - 3, visit www.illmind.biz


Contact Information
General Inquries: Humberto Zayas -
humberto.illmind@gmail.com
Sponsorships: Freddy Makayan - fmakayan@gmail.com
Press Coverage: Jason Hortillas - guerrillawords@gmail.com

Roseville & Chester LLC. is a lifestyle, marketing, & promotions company dedicated to _________ (fill in the blank).

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

NEW Jared Evan "Reign" DOWNLOAD


Jared Evan returns with a special unreleased track, "Reign"... produced by DV Milla!


Jared Evan - "Reign" (prod. by DV Milla)

[Download NOW]: http://usershare.net/0tk0w1vj5e7t


Jared Evan's Radio In My Head mixtape is avalible now for FREE dowload!

[Download]: http://usershare.net/x10it7sgjxpr


Also, be on the look out of Jared's "Headphones" and "Feeling Like A Song" videos... both directed by Rik Cordero.



Previous:

Jared Evan at Interscope Studio:

[VIDEO]: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SO9_N5qvaTM


http://twitter.com/jaredevan

http://www.myspace.com/jaredevanmusic

http://www.jaredevan.com/blog/


Jared Evan "Radio In My Head" mixtape coming October 2009!

"Often you meet artists in the music game and they tell you that they are trying to create a new lane....well, Jared is really on some other shit." - Polow Da Don

"Jared is impressively lyrical, expressive and emotive - just listen to his 'Frozen' track on on the 'More Than A Game' soundtrack for yourselves and you too will become a believer." - Mariel Concepcion (Billboard Magazine)

"Jared meshes Hip Hop lyrics, electronic and post punk influences with classic rock to create a truly unique sound." - Rik Cordero

KRS-ONE & Buckshot "Survival Skills" OFFICIAL VIDEO

Here is the video to one of the songs I produced on KRS-ONE & Buckshot's new album "Survival Skills". Video directed by the homie Todd A. Enjoy!

Monday, November 23, 2009

WED. DEC. 2ND || SANTOS PARTY HOUSE || NYC || BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE Vol 4 Release Party

Ain't nothin' changed..
GET READY...
(email blap.events@gmail.com to RSVP NOW!)

ILLMIND Productions & Guerrilla Words Presents:
"Blaps, Rhymes & Life VOL 4" Lifestyle Party
WHEN: Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009, 11pm - 4am
WHERE: Santos Party House, 96 Lafayette Street, NYC
ON THE WHEELS: DJ Mpos of The Elite Camp

FREE Beer provided by Sugar Hill Ale
FREE clothing giveaways from Crooks & Castles, Staple, Two In The Shirt, Pnoy Apparel, & more!
PLUS, one lucky swag bagger will find a FREE SONY PSP stuffed inside!
Event Coverage by The Smoking Section

Admission is FREE with RSVP, leave FULL NAME + Company/Affiliation to:blap.events@gmail.com

*RSVP DOES NOT guarantee entry once maximum capacity is reached, so get there early!

New York, NY - In honor of his latest digital compilation, “Blaps, Rhymes & Life Vol. 4”, music producer extraordinaire, Illmind is holding an event on Wednesday, December 2, 2009. This is the third installment of Illmind's series of lifestyle parties spotlighting some of today's hottest artists and sponsors involved with "Blaps." If you've been to one of these events, then you know what's about to go down! Coverage will be provided by music website The Smoking Section. Giveaways will be distributed throughout the event courtesy of Crooks & Castles, Staple Design, Two In The Shirt and Pnoy Apparel. Free beer will be provided by Sugar Hill Ale. This time around, we've got a few "special guest performances", so you don't want to miss this!!

WHAT IS "BLAPS, RHYMES & LIFE"?

“Blaps, Rhymes & Life” is a digital compilation series that consists of major artists (50 Cent, Eminem, LL Cool J, etc) and underground artists (Skyzoo, Wale, Boot Camp Clik) that Illmind has produced for and is free for download. The BR&L mixtape series has over 140,000 downloads to date. Each BR&L mixtape is coupled with an official release party, which provides an opportunity for artists, producers, A&R’s, managers, and other industry folk to network in a party atmosphere.
Our previous "Blaps, Rhymes & Life" release party took place at Grand Banks in downtown Jersey City and was hosted by Hot 97's own Miss Info to a 500 plus capacity crowd. In attendance were notable figures from Hot 97, Crooks & Castles, Fader Magazine, Cornerstone Promotions, and Sprite to name a few. Tastemakers from all over NYC, such as Neil Armstrong (Mixtape DJ legend, & Jay-Z's official DJ), The Jabbawockeez, and many more were in attendance.

Illmind is a multi-platinum producer signed with Sha Money XL (former G-Unit president) and has produced tracks for G-Unit, 50 Cent,Eminem, Black Eyed Peas, Dr. Dre, Redman, Scarface, LL Cool J and Talib Kweli among others. He has showcased in many producer events & battles alongside fellow producers like Kanye West, 9th Wonder, Just Blaze, and more. He has also produced music for the world famous dance crew, Jabbawockeez (ABDC Season 1 champs) and various television spots for Nike, Hot 97, De Camp, Alize, Smirnoff, and Eidos Games. Recently, he scored the intro music for current IBF Champion boxer, Nonito Donaire. Starting in Feb. of 2010, Illmind will be teaching at Clive Davis' School of Music Business at NYU.

Contact InformationGeneral Inquries:
Sponsorships: Freddy Makayan - fmakayan@gmail.com
Press Coverage: Jason Hortillas - guerrillawords@gmail.com

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

NO COVER // NO DRESSCODE // THURS. NOVEMBER 12th // NYC // !llmind presents: B.L.A.P. (Beats x Love x Alcohol x Party) w/ SKI BEATZ, MR FINGAZ, & MORE



(Unfortunately, due to last minute circumstances, SKI BEATZ will no longer be in this showcase.. he is re-scheduled for a future B.L.A.P. event, so stay tuned! The party goes on with new addition, super producer 6TH SENSE!)

REASONABLE DOUBT THURSDAY & ILLMIND PRODUCTIONS PRESENT:

BLAP (BEATS*LOVE*ALCOHOL*PARTY) "WHERE THE MPC BECOMES THE TURNTABLE"

FEATURING 6th SENSE, MR. FINGAZ, OBEY CITY, MENTPLUS & GOLDEN CHILD


BLAP continues to live by its motto “where the MPC becomes the turntable” with two heavyweight producers on this installment. With artists such as Jay-Z, Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey under his credits, Mr. Fingaz was behind hits like Ja Rule’s “Holla Holla” and “This is My Party” by Fabolous. This production vet will head a lineup including up and coming beatmakers 6th Sense, Obey City, DJ Mentplus and Golden Child.


BLAP (Beats Love Alcohol Party)
"Where the MPC becomes the Turntable"
Thursday, November 12th 10PM - 3AM
And every other Thursday
Forbidden City - 212 Avenue A ( by 13th Street) New York, NY 10009 No Cover/No Dress code

Featured Producers:
Mr. Fingaz (Ja Rule, Mariah Carey)
6TH SENSE
Obey City
Dj Mentplus
Golden Child

Side Treats by:
DJ Reason (iRT, Nature Sounds)


ABOUT BLAP:
Sometimes Beat battles and producer showcases can get tedious. But how would a general party crowd respond? BLAP (Beats Love Alcohol Party) was created to answer that question. Take four producers - a couple of known veterans and a few undiscovered talents, put them in front of a party and tell them to play their beats - its that simple. What separates BLAP from similar events is its casual nature. There is no stage and patrons are encouraged to dance. For the party goer unaware of the scene it becomes a new experience. For the industry pro, the laid back atmosphere provides a more comfortable arena to network. Created by Illmind, the producer for artists like 50 Cent, Redman, & The Jabbawockeez (ABDC's 1st season champs) who knows who will show up for this event series. Soon enough, everyone will know at BLAP - the MPC becomes the turntable.

Producers interested in participating in the next BLAP:blap.events@gmail.com or visit www.illmind.biz

Brought to you by: Reasonable Doubt Thursdays, Illmind Productions and Guerrilla Words

Monday, November 9, 2009

!llmind LIVE on PNCRADIO 2nite!! 8:00pm! TUNE-IN!


Tonight, I will be on the air LIVE on PNCRADIO! Tune in to this link: www.pncradio.fm at 8:00pm!! I will be dropping some exclusives, so make sure you tune in!

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

B.L.A.P. (Beats x Love x Alcohol x Party)

PRODUCERS, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!

Most beat battles and producer showcases are taylored to industry professionals. But how would a general party crowd respond? B.L.A.P. (Beats Love Alcohol Party) was created to answer that question. Take four producers - a couple of known veterans and a few undiscovered talents, put them in front of a party and tell them to play their beats - its that simple. What separates B.L.A.P. from similar events is its casual nature. There is no stage and patrons are encouraged to dance. For the party goer unaware of the scene it becomes a new experience. For the industry pro, the laid back atmosphere provides a more comfortable arena to network & find their next hit producer. Created by Illmind, the producer for artists like 50 Cent, Redman, & The Jabbawockeez (ABDC's 1st season champs) who knows who will show up for this event series. Soon enough, everyone will know at B.L.A.P. - the MPC becomes the turntable.

PRODUCERS, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!

How can participation in a B.L.A.P. showcase benefit you?
  • FREE "Sounds in HD" drum kit (contains humdreds of authentic drum sounds, $50 value).
  • COMPLEMENTARY exclusive drum kit from !llmind's personal stash (definantly not available anywhere else).
  • Online promotion on www.illmind.biz (bio, mp3's, viral vids, etc) and various blog sites/online media.
  • An opportunity to showcase in one of NYC's most poppin' hot spots, Forbidden City (Ave. A b/t 13th & 14th St.)
  • Networking opp. with artists, industry folks, bloggers, A&R's, and more.

Here are a few testimonials from past B.L.A.P. participants:

ILL Tal - Producer
www.pmpworldwide.com/ill-tal
http://twitter.com/illtalbeats
http://www.myspace.com/illtalmusic

"The BLAP event was a really dope experience for me. It was my first time in any type of beat showcase, but there was nothing but love, a comfortable vibe, and professionalism the whole way through. What I really enjoyed was the fact you had enough time to showcase a large amount of work, not just a couple of choice tracks. It gave all the producers a chance to really show their versatility. It's definitely a cool experience and I would recommend it to any producer, as there is no better feeling than having a crowd of club-goers bob their had to your tracks. "

"Shy Guy" - Producer - DJ
http://www.facebook.com/pages/DJ-Shy-Guy/33951421380?ref=ts
http://www.myspace.com/shyguy214

"B.L.A.P. is a truly unique approach to the whole production showcase format. It's a very relaxed and uncompetitive environment where you can play tracks and network with industry professionals. Be prepared to rock for like 4 hours with dope material, though. The show is truly a test of endurance."

Michael Medium - Producer
www.michaelmedium.blogspot.com

"B.L.A.P. (Beats Love Alcohol Party) is an extraordinary experience that I would recommend to any up and coming producer for more exposure. There is no pressure of industry judges criticing your material. B.L.A.P. provides a enjoyable environment for producers and A&R's to connect more freely. Last Sounds in HD provides the icing on cake with free crisp drums to add to my collection!"

Jonyfraze - DJ - Producer
"Blap takes the concept of your typical beat showcase to the next level. The live party is the perfect atmosphere for producers to get instant feedback on their work from both their peers as well as listeners. It's only been two shows deep and the turn out has been phenonminal. The concept of blap is the begining of a new NYC staple. "


PRODUCERS, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!