Youth Night 2011: My Definition Spotlight feat. Fly Feinz

On Dec. 27th, Every year Youth from all over the country gather in Macon, GA (aka the Mactown) to reclaim the identity that society, haters, and confused individuals try to take from us with force fed mindsets in media and misguided leadership. Check out an artist spotlight from this year's celebration of the second principle of Kwanzaa, Kujichagulia (Self-determination):

Gettin' my Cameo On w/ T.I. and Pharell

So as much as I carry my horn around, I guess it's only fitting that my trumpet has a cameo in a video before I do lol. Oh well, I'll take it either way. It ain't about how long I'm in the video cause I'm IN the video. Praise God. and God-willing, it's just the beginning.
And just so you know where to look lol :)
Cameo times-:00, :28, :40, 2:37,and 3:23
Yup, I definitely just did that. I ain't gon' front like I wasn't crunk as mug to be in there wit Pharell and T.I. It's the the King Shawty!

Shout out to George Twopointoh. Thanks again bruh!
And Lance Powlis with his extra special golden horn lol, we gotta get up on this music soon.

Before you wathch the video, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the blog and FOLLOW @YouthNight11 on twitter to get all of the latest in the Adventures of Allah's Apprentice. Thanks and Enjoy.

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Here I Grow: Day 4 I Love Music

I Love Music feat. Africano from the Priceless Giveaway

I love music, others got crushes

Just in it for the money; that's lame get some crutches

On the mic playin' games, lyric double dutchin'

Mouth movin' on the track, but you ain't sayin' nothin'

Lip synchin' to a popular tune

Party, Party, Party like cake and baloons

Music is life and not just one part

It Comes from every emotion that you feel in your heart

Thought is my art; your ears are my canvas

Feeling is my medium; life is my practice

Sound, rhythm, these are my utensils

Transcribe thoughts on a pad with a pencil

Carried over instruments in different keys

That unlock imagination so your mind is free

This is Universal got the whole world feelin' me

Ya'll make songs, I make history

Here I Grow: Day 3 Play Something

Sooooo....yeah....um....If you want to be all technical and what not, since it's actually like 1:00am, you could say I missed a day, but then you'd remember that here at "The Adventures of Allah's Apprentice", Allah's Apprentice makes the rules. So yeah, I count days by sunrises, and from where I'm sitting (a room somewhere in GA), it's still dark, which means I still have time to post. So here you go:

Don't forget to comment, give feedback, and share with friends. And please follow the God in me on my blog, @Allahaprentice on twitter, 478mac on youtube, and like The Adventures of Allah's Apprentice on Facebook.

Here I Grow: Day 2 Tupac Tribute

Tribute Piece for Tupac (Excerpt)

by Allah's Apprentice

We put two fingers in the sky for Pac, for peace

Now let me see you put two feet in these streets

Cause a sign and a shirt ain’t gon’ cut, that’s fashion

Pac put his life on the line, that’s passion

See ya’ll can have the cameras and the lights, give me the action

That “Let My People Go” flow, tellin’, I ain’t askin’

My parents tried to be polite, but you didn’t (even) treat ‘em right

Said “Yeah we got yo civil rights, but only for the civil type

Assimilate and receive, but watch how hard you breathe

Hold your tongue or get hung and watch how hard you grieve”

See they don’t really want truth, just sound byte that sounds nice

“I have a dream”, “By any means”, everybody screamin’ “Thug Life”

Not comprehending that it’s more than that gun and drug life

Tupac was talkin’ healin’, give the hood a hug life

Told the story (of the forgotten) so they knew they weren’t alone

Then showed the lost souls how to get back home

In a world of confusion where righteous men are slain

Criminals exalted so we remember their names

Public killings meant to send a message of fear to young Blacks

Maybe some Blacks, but we’ve come to send a message back

See you can kill a man, but you cannot kill a mindset

And every time you try, you make it harder to die

So studied in survival that we could teach a class

Ph.D’s in perserverance so we know how to last

So many gun blasts that we’ve become immune to your bullets

‘Cause they can only kill us physically so go ahead and pull it

Told Kendrick Lamar don’t let him die, he told me the same thang

So die he never will if we remember his name

Not in vain, but in sincerity, to live his philosophy

In place of pain and poverty, put justice and equality

For the roses under concrete that challenge cement ceilings

Unconvinced their only choices in LIFE are dying or killing

We must become the doctors of sick communities committed to finding cures

Although tired, we endure, of our victory we are sure

In the the everlasting spirit of Tupac Shakur

Here I Grow: Day 1 Introduction

So I've realized that ya'll don't know enough about my music for me not to be posting something everyday so I 've decided to post something everyday for 365 days in a series called "Here I Grow". Some of it will be existing material, others will be new, but regardless of what it is, promise it will be good music. Please comment, give feedback, and share with friends. And please follow the God in me on my blog, @Allahaprentice on twitter, 478mac on youtube, and like The Adventures of Allah's Apprentice on Facebook. Oh yeah, and by the way, I'm starting today.

Here I Grow: Day 1 Introduction

Who is Allah's Apprentice

Successful Remix from the Priceless Giveaway available on Datpiff:

DOWNLOAD TODAY!!!

http://www.datpiff.com/Allahs-Apprentice-The-Priceless-Giveaway-rough-Cut-mixtape.116908.html

Thanks

K.I.P.

Juss SaYso- The Next Up in Hip Hop

So when you talk about female emcees (MC's), besides Roxanne Shante, MC Lyte, and recently Nikki Minaj (not my personal favorite), most people would be hard pressed to come up with any other names of women in hip hop who lyrically hold it down regardless of gender.

Well now we can proudly add another young sister to the list- Juss SaYso. SaYso is a true lover of hip hop. Her appreciation for the culture shows in her diverse and undeniably classic music choice. Her lyrics reflect an attention to detail reminiscent of a Tribe Called Quest. The project deals with a range of issues including Her love for the Art, Relationships, Domestic Violence, and Living your life to the fullest.

A must have for any true lover of hip hop. Here's a taste below.

Be sure to download the whole mixtape for free here:

http://jusssayso.bandcamp.com/album/under-new-management

Hip Hop Lives

Hello, Maroon Tiger

The Interrupters NEW Official Trailer

This is what we must do in our cities. Let's mobilize and make change.

Richmond Punch Brings Music Back

Just Listen...Nuff Said.

REAL TALK HIP HOP SUMMIT

I don't know if you realized it, but this is what you helped us do this summer with your donations/support/and volunteering. It is beyond words so I made this video to show you and simply say THANK YOU! In an effort to take this event to the next level, please share this with at least FIVE PEOPLE through social media, blogs, and e-mail because unfortunately we did not get the media coverage we would like to have received. Thank you and let's continue to grow!!!!

K.I.P.

"Fresh"

If Swag was a ball team, Johnnie Fresh would be the greatest player coach to ever play the game.

Entrepreneur. Scholar. Visionary. These words merely scratch the surface of a young legend in the making whose potential is beyond comprehension. A young brother from the Chi hungry for the throne which is the only seat fitting to a king such as himself.

Check out and SUPPORT aka BUY his clothing TODAY @http://www.freshconnection.bigcartel.com/

Video shot by the great Jon Genius http://vimeo.com/jgenius

Note: Language and Ideas expressed in the music in the video do not reflect the opinions of Allah's Apprentice

WATCH VIDEO HERE!!!!

http://vimeo.com/25879556

Video shot by the great Jon Genius http://vimeo.com/jgenius

SmoovTv: Above The Clouds R.I.P. by Jordan Jackson

It's been a minute since I'v e seen a brother as talented and as passionate about art and music as Jordan Jackson. This brother embodies style and is the physical manifestation of hip hop culture. His clothing line, Original State of Mind (OSM) is the dress code of a movement. It is a pleasure to know this brother and I look forward to seeing him make his mark literally on the world. Check out his performance piece done in honor of the late, Kieth Elam aka Guru of Gangstarr on the campus of his alma mater, Morehouse College where graduated in 1983. Long live the spirit of Guru and the true spirit of hip hop! K.I.P.

Check out and SUPPORT (aka BUY) Jordan's Artwork, Clothing, and Music TODAY @ http://www.wix.com/osmllc/osm#!

Video done by SMOOVTV http://www.youtube.com/user/TheSmoovTv#p/u/8/spS3mzxOx7g

Video done by SMOOVTV http://www.youtube.com/user/TheSmoovTv#p/u/8/spS3mzxOx7g

K.I.P.

Fair St. Mural log 2 Pt. 2 "The Kids & The Cops"

Shout out to my brother Shawn Deangelo for committing to a project for our community and putting in work to get it done. Please support by donating to/ sharing/ painting the Fair Street Mural in the historic Ashview Community in Atlanta's Westend right by the Atlanta University Center. Check out the impact you can help be made in this video

To Find out more check out :

ShawnDeangelo.Tumblr.com

Check out the impact you can help be made in this video:

Note: I do not promote alcohol consumption or profanity, but hey community work is real so don't judge

Supernatural - KING

It really irritates me when people say that like my music, but don't support it by either buying a copy of my album or, if they're not in a position to buy it, at least sharing it with a friend. So to take my own advice, I wanted to share an amazing group I came across via an amazing photographer, Nicholas James Harris whose blog you should follow/subscribe to (not just look at) http://photoguyjakx.tumblr.com/. The group is called King and they are great. Please take a listen and support anyway you can to keep real music like this in our environment! K.I.P.

A Joyful Noise

Ever since I became an artist, I have always wanted to do quality work whether is was my tracks my videos. This past weekend, I had the pleasure of working with an Extraordinary filmmaker, Jon Genius to create a video for Summer Short Set, a branded entertainment series

Episode 2: A Joyful Noise
featuring Converse

Check it out

Check out the full blog post at:

http://lavvocato.tumblr.com/

K.I.P.

6th Annual Real Talk Hip Hop Summit Macon, GA, June 17

On June 17...The World Will See...That Hip Hop Lives!

Kwanzaa Cultural Access Center and Torchlight Academy, Inc.

Present

The 6^th Annual

Hip Hop Summit

Friday, June 17th, 2011

Macon, GA

@REALTALKSUMMIT

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=144952392243143

WHAT: Real Talk is an annual hip-hop summit that teaches youth to value their unique talents and gifts and use them to benefit their communities through honest dialogue and educating them about the roots of hip hop and how they can use the elements of hip hop to express themselves in positive ways. The summit features interactive workshops, a community panel discussion, and a showcase of positive talent from local, national, and international artists.

WHEN: 19th Annual Georgia Juneteenth Week
Friday June 17, 2011
10:00am-9:00pm
WHERE: 10am-3pm @ The Historic Douglass Theatre and 4pm-9pm @ Frank Johnson Recreation Center (Unionville)

Local FOX 24 News Coverage

http://www.newscentralga.com/news/local/96703834.html

PART 1

Historic Douglass Theatre 10am-3pm

355 Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Macon, GA 31201-7958
(478) 742-2000

Interactive Workshops:

How to be an Emcee (MC)

Allah's Apprentice, Bismillah Crew

Beatbox

Kenny Muhammad, The Human Orchestra

Breakin'

http://www.chillyo.com/1040/the-funk-lords-anniversary-weekend-photos/

ATL FunkLordz

Producer Workshop

http://sabirmuhammad.bandcamp.com/

Sabir Muhammad, Satisfied

PART 2

Frank Johnson Recreation Center (Unionville) 4pm-9pm

Frank Johnson Recreation Center

2227 Mercer University Drive

Macon, GA 31204-6101

(478) 751-9274 ‎

DJ Workshop

http://vimeo.com/6695463

DJ Rasta Root, Smokin' Needles

Graffiti Workshop

Allah's Apprentice

Real Talk Panel Discussion

http://www.hiphopministries.org/493045

Moderated by: Minister Server of The Temple of Hip Hop

Panelists:

http://www.dondriaweb.org/

So So Def Recording Artist Dondria

http://drjoycewilson.wordpress.com/

Scholar, Film Maker, and Activist Dr. Joycelyn Wilson, PhD

http://gatewaymacon.org/bios/sonny-spoon.html

Sonny Spoon, Rapper and Community Activist

http://www.onethurd.com/

One Thurd- Mizay Entertainment

http://www.islanddefjam.com/artist/bio.aspx?artistID=7315

C.M.G. Recording Artist Q Da Kid

Artist Showcase
http://www.youtube.com/user/MikeScott2011#p/u/8/O1tdV3K9O4

Mike Scott, Black Poets Society

Young-R, Game Ent.

Juss Sayso

Mr. Sibaltia

Shawn Deangelo

and More!!!!!

For More Info Call 478-361-2880

@TheCollegewood to coming to the AUC on 4/20/2011!!!!

AUCWOOD
Linking Atlanta University Center Students to Hollywood

What:
AUCwood
From the creators of Howardwood, May Sister Entertainment presents
AUCwood. AUCwood is a panel discussion for Atlanta University Center students, connecting them to Hollywood and providing opportunities in entertainment.

What you can expect:


Where:
Atlanta University Center, Atlanta, GA
Woodruff Library

When:
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Meet & Greet
1pm Red Carpet
2pm Panel
Who:
200 Students
Spelman College
Morehouse College
Clark Atlanta University
Morris Brown College

Panelist:




Terri J. Vaughn, Actress. ,meet the Browns, TBS
Traci Blackwell, Spelman Alumnae, VP of Current Programming, CW
Bryce Wilson, Actor, Milk + Honey
Randy Marshall, Morehouse Alumni, TV & Film Director
Donald Woodard, Morehouse Alumni, Entertainment Attorney
Katerina Graham, Actress, Vampire Diaries, CW
Mia Welsh, Spelman Alumnae, GM Zone 4 Entertainment
Cas Sigers, Producer, TV & Film

Moderator:
Asha Kamali May, Actress, Producer, Choreographer, Milk and Honey
Sponsors:
NBC Universal. May Sister Entertainment
Contact:
Adia Z. May, Esq., Co-Founder
azmesq@gmail.com
Asha K. May, Co-Founder
ashakamali@gmail.com
Adamma S. May, Executive Programming Director

Look Ma No Shoes!!!!

So todays the big no shoes day huh? Didn't know it was gonna rain did ya? Up, Just got real!!! Time to see where the real soldiers at. People with no shoes don't conveniently stop "not" having shoes when it rains. Let's get this real experience and make a true change. Don't just talk about it, Be About it! ACT and don't forget to watch out for puddles and glass!!! See you in the streets!

L.E. - Cant Stop Tha Show {Official Video}

Real music lives. Check my brother L.E. out and take notes. K.I.P. (Keep it Positive)

DON'T MISS THIS event I'm hosting called Soulful Expressions: Bitter Sweet at Apache Cafe on Saturday, Mar 26, 2011 7:00 PM EDT! This is a clip from last month's show Enjoy!!!
More info coming soon on the ME Movement...

Play Something

New Music Concept! Please Give Feedback

Thanks

Untitled from Vinson Muhammad on Vimeo.

The Reintroduction: Preview of the Future

So I don't know why I started blogging, because I'm not on the computer everyday and I type like 5 letters (not words) per minute. Oh well, I'm here now so I guess I might as well get good at it. Then again, that's the type of person I am. If I'm not good at something, I don't quit. I find out why I'm not good at it and fix it. But I just thought I'd let you know so you don't expect my blog to be like everybody else's blog with long posts about every little thing that goes through my mind. I'm more of a spur of the moment, "I'm really feeling that" type cat that will post a video and quick comment about it. Don't expect everyone to relate, but like I said on my mixtape "If you feel it rock with me, if you don't.... don't worry about it!"

So to begin this new era of my social media conquest here's a freestyle to introduce and reintroduce myself to the five people following me and the ones who would but don't know about the best kept secret that's not being kept lol!

Untitled from Vinson Muhammad on Vimeo.

Hip Hop 2020

Every now and then, in the midst of the monotonous conformity that is mainstream popular culture, there emerges an emerging light of hope for the spirit of self-determination.

"The MC" In You: The Class Lesson from Hip Hop 2020 on Vimeo.

For more about this groundbreaking approach to education check out:
www.hiphop2020.org

Dee-1 - Jay, 50, and Weezy [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

The Adventures of Allah's Apprentice Episode 1