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Jason James (WEB) - A View of the World
Producer: Rodney Hazard
Album: Marvelous World of Color
Label: HiPNOTT Records
While the title of Jason James and Rodney Hazard‘s Marvelous World of Color mixtape implies hope for a brighter tomorrow, the Vancouver emcee and his behind-the-boards partner seem to believe that the only way to get there is by confronting our darkest demons – every last one of ‘em. Making its world premiere in the Booth, A View of the World finds the emcee also known as WEB once again looking at life through a dark lyrical lens. I.D.E.A.‘s piano-led instrumental sets an appropriately pensive mood as the emcee ponders whether, in a world so filled with trouble and strife, coming together in solidarity is a real possibility. Ultimately, James rules in favor of being “our brothers’ keepers,” quoting the heavily modified version of Ezekiel 25:17 made famous by Jules in Pulp Fiction. Finally, he sends us off with a cryptic remark about music as ‘self-therapy’. What does it all mean? I’ll let readers hash that out. One thing’s for sure, though; a veritable buffet of food for thought can be found on WEB and I.D.E.A.‘s Booth-sponsored mixtape, set to hit the Booth for streaming and free download August 11.
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I don't want to kill the momentum going into the release of "Marvelous World of Color" after three highly-rated Booth premieres, but the only color I see when I listen to this record is gray. That isn't to say the song isn't a quality listen, but it doesn't evoke the same response as past features. Just my two cents.
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| Posted on Aug 03, 2010 |
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| Posted on Aug 03, 2010 |
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I feel the same as Z. The production and rhymes are interesting to listen to, but at the same time they're kind of plain.
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| Posted on Aug 03, 2010 |
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I slept on this dude. This afternoon, I had some EXTRA time on my hands, while downloading the Wale mixtape, to peep this record along with some of the other material set to appear on "Marvelous World Of Color". I'd only rate "Go" higher.
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| Posted on Aug 04, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 2480 |
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Once again James lays down some potent honesty (see Fame Us). If you're living a false life, James will call you out.
As Z alluded to, the project as a whole is going to be dark, but isn't that exactly what we need in this day of shining, materialistic music? It's all about balance, and real hip-hop heads listen to club bangers and tracks like this. Stoked for Marvelous Color.
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| Posted on Aug 04, 2010 |
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I think the delivery was off on this. I think if Jay-Z was on the beat, it would have been more enjoyable. Hook was forgettable...sounded like the verses. I like the message he was trying to get across but not worth another listen.
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| Posted on Aug 04, 2010 |
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This track is real and its deep and heartfelt and pouring with emotion. And on those merits alone, its a banger.
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| Posted on Sep 18, 2010 |
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