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What? It’s been over two weeks since we last featured a fresh track from K. Sparks?! Say it ain’t so! Today, the Booth’s favorite Queens representative makes his return with EP leak Blue Swing, a cut on which he informs the world that he’s got a “new thing.” Fortunately for all of us who loved Sparks’ style just the way it was, though, it doesn’t seem to be very different from his old thing – in fact, you could call this record “vintage K. Sparks,” if you were so inclined. Here, the smoky jazz-piano production of T-Mos sets the stage for the emcee’s reflections on life, death, music and race; heavy stuff, to be sure, but he tackles the subject matter with characteristically engaging lyricism and dextrous flows. Those digging Blue Swing can find more hot beats and rhymes from Sparks and T-Mos on their YnotMyDream-sponsored Social Studies EP, set to hit the ‘net sometime in late May or early June. In the meantime, stay on the lookout for this track’s official remix, coming soon.
This song first appeared on the
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on May 3, 2010
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What is there to say about K. Sparks that hasn't already been said? Seriously, how many emcees do you know who could sound compelling, alive, and anything but immensely boring over this light, jazzy production from T Mos? It's fine, I'll wait while you give it some thought and include your answer in your feedback...
And speaking of swings, I need to find a local park - I miss the good ol days. 
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| Posted on Apr 18, 2010 |
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maaaaannn K Sparks...Excuse my English, HE DONE DID IT WITH THIS ONE.
I'm ready to see what the remix of this has for us... |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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K Sparks!! It's good to see him back in the booth. I've been a fan since Super Senior, and this track doesn't disappoint.
He brings his classic, relaxed flow that eases effortlessly into spitting lines left and right. The beat is equally relaxed, with some jazzy piano and subtle drum work that'll have you loungin about in no time. It's already on repeat for me. Check it out right now!! @DJ Z, go find yourself a swing, but make sure to bing your mp3 player with you to set the mood. |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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K. sparks remains one of my favorite artists, and I love his definitive old-school, jazz, classical type style. But he's one artist that I think is only gonna get better with time, and I can't wait to hear him experiment with new styles, He could do anything.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Now I don't mean to get sentimental
But I could rip a mean instrumental Fill up the street full of bodies using hate for weapons Pull up your seat see we living in the great depression Racism still subtle but above us When dark skinned models rarely grace the magazine covers Now we could end the story right there That's my Lupe shit, my life a nightmare Cruising through the galaxy just like a slave master Pomade and a brush could maybe get the waves faster False teachings and false hopes that blind us We let materialism tend to define us Like what you had, made you glad, made you sad All contingent upon the basis of the things you never had Into the forefront lyrically the more want It's Hip Hop in the flesh and never less son Now I don't mean to get sentimental My cousin Krystal in the Hospital And see I wasn't gonna see hers what I tell you We barely speak at all so I ain't really feel compelled to And so I went to see her ID why g I see in her arm the IV Sky sea try me contemplating why she Disintegrating and penetrating my eyes see Now we could end the story right there That's my Lupe shit, my life a nightmare Talk about the blues with the stance to catch Take a walk up in my shoes I got the pants to match In the mainstream things seem underground the world before me It's like I'm caught in the middle the shit is purgatory Cuz in the underground I'm heavily respected eclectic Protected projected Into the forefront lyrically the more want It's Hip Hop in the flesh and never less son |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Another banger from K. Love him on these type of beats.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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I'd never heard K. Sparks before this song, and after hearing it I have no idea why I hadn't. I really like the jazziness of it, and that drumbeat works perfectly with his voice.
@DJ Z enjoy your time at the park. |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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I was going to say it feels like its been a minute since we have had a K. Sparks track hit the booth.
Right from the beginning I can tell this has that classic Sparks vibe to it. Love that vintage piano background along with the cymbals. Has a true hip-hop feel to it. Another batch of great verses by K. Sparks. He never ceases to amaze me on how well rounded he can make any song. He makes the hook catchy as hell and at the same time lays down some memorable verses. Over this production, K. Sparks really does what he does best, spit. |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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MAN this beat is jazzy but dark at the same time!!
I'm really liking this right here!! |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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This is the first track I've put on tonight that my girlfriend actually enjoys (and that says a lot. This girl is @*#$! picky.)
K. Sparks does it again. What more can I say? On a sidenote, shout out to T-Mos for the beautiful production. |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Damn this dude is so consistent. He killed this beat, something A Tribe Called Quest would of rapped over back in the '90s. I hope I don't have to wait two weeks again for another song from him.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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K Dot Sparks in the mother @*#$! building. Didn't even have to press the play button to know that this was gonna be a banger.
Been a fan since I first heard Sunshine. Sparks over the last year and a half has quickly become one of my top favorite artists. Guys like him are the reason I'm happy I found the booth when I did. Lyrically, no one can touch Sparks. T-Mos is a great producer. Loved his work on previous tracks and Blue Swing is of course no exception. Real jazzy, laid back production plus K. Sparks sets this high on my replay value. Looking forward to the Social Studies EP. Solid. |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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K. Sparks seems to be more focused with his topics and less scattered with his lyrics. The results is a more relatable and accessable flow that keeps your attention more than some of his past works. What i like most about sparks, are his smooth jazz beat selections which always set a cool tone on anything he does.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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ahh k sparks wondering where he was at lol and it hasnt even been that long fer reals.. wish he put in another verse though
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Ever since his Manic Mondays series I've been jamming out to him. Sparks is a beast on the mic and even if this production isn't the most flashy or uptempo he still manages to kill it. I sware I have never seen so many tracks by a single artist get 4 stars or above...and it will continue with this one!
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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When I first heard the piano in the beginning, I was like ugh this isn't going anywhere. Well, the lyrics indeed shut me up. I love the lupe spin on this which was done very well. The sentimental part of this song speaks of truth and spits a story. It's a good song, needs a bit better beat however. Enjoy K. Sparks productions, could've done a little bit better I believe.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Simply put, this dude was born to rap.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Such a great feeling to this record...
This music is so soothing for the soul...much needed in these times of processed generic music. |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Gonna find this now, man K.Sparks is just too amazing for words that even I can't understand, the production en flow tight as...
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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haha he said 2 weeks......wait???? seriously wow damn to me it felt just like this winter over here in Wisconsin WAYYYYYYY TOOOO LONG.
here he goes all in you really get the vibe on this record its as if he closed his eyes and imagined the lines for this track. thats my "lupe shit,thats my nightmare too catch" "its hip-hop in the flesh and never less" i like the simplicity of the beat, it doest want too take over but the flow and the beat work together like a team (whisper: someone tell Kobe) its got a old touch of 20s type beat mixed in with the drums thats really enjoyable anyways thanks to K. sparks for introducing me too the blue swing, ill make sure to pay it more visits 4 stars,you oughta be made too dig your on grave nowadays if you rate this anyless so im too scared too do that, plus he's earned it. |
| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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k spizzy killing it once more. he manages to get all the great beats- eveyrone wants to make them for him to spit over cos he does them proud without fail. classic
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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k sparks still doin it,bout time another track of his came out,excellent as usual
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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um @DJ Z or ANY @DJ BOOTH CREW UM IM NOT A RESIDENTIAL DJ YET? WOW @RYAN SX jus becam one,when do i get it?
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Ahh Can't stop listening to this. QUALITY MUSIC, look it up in a @*#$! dictionary.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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One listen and this heading to the top of my favorite "vintage K. Sparks" joint, and we know he had a lot of these. Probably my favorite jazz song and T-Mos does a superb job with it.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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Nice nice! :) This is a good song. I recommend anyone to listen to it. It's got an awesome beat! And I like the lil jazz music in it too. Good job Sparks! =]
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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GOD######, it is unfair that you still didn't blow up K. I mean this is man is not only talented, but also hard-working, which is the best you can hope for in an artist. This is a good thinking track, and the production sets the right mood.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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The beat is sooo smooth. I like the delivery too. Especially with this being a jazz beat. Def didn't expect the beat to go that direction. I'm glad it did though.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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K Sparks is fire..i had to listen 2x because he spits so much lit and the beat is chill but so on point...can't deny he's the truth but yet still not on my radio..smh aint right man just not
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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This beat is alright. Not a big fan of K. Sparks. Not sure why, but every time I listen to him, it seems too boring. I have probably only liked 1 song of the like the 40 he released on Mondays.
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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K. Sparks is hip hop at its finest! Nuff Said!
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2010 |
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I like this a lot...the production is great and the lyrics are even better. I just wish the vocals were mixed a bit better and then I would be able to absolutely fall in love with this.
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| Posted on Apr 20, 2010 |
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@TrevorNestan: Thanx! I love it when members post lyrics! ;)
That's it, I've praised this duo so much, that from now on I'll just mention details: my favorite part is when you can hear the strings in the very background for a second! =) Watch me tell you about these details better once I get my MONSTER ”Tour” In-Ear Headphones! ;) In ear... that's how you should listen to a song like this for the first time! |
| Posted on Apr 20, 2010 |
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Don't hate me ya'll, but K can do better than this.
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| Posted on Apr 20, 2010 |
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K.Sparks is the man. I'll go find a swing and listen to this track
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| Posted on Apr 20, 2010 |
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This shit is pretty damn good. i like how it has that slow relaxing part in the beginning, then he just jumps right into it. most def a banger
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| Posted on Apr 22, 2010 |
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I really like his style!! Very jazzy and smoooth. Some nights you just want listen to smooth beat like this. It reminds you like Camp Lo. For those of you like Camp Lo style, you will definately like K Sparks flavor!! Check it out~
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| Posted on Apr 24, 2010 |
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Solid smooth jazz beat.
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| Posted on Apr 24, 2010 |
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Relaxed, laidback flow sets a nice tone for the whole song.
Happy to hear from him again, after Super Senior this song doesn't disappoint. Great track, from anyway you look at it. |
| Posted on Apr 24, 2010 |
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dope
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| Posted on Apr 25, 2010 |
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This has all the ingredients of a typical Sparks' record. Excellent production and rewind worthy lyrics are on full display.
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| Posted on Apr 25, 2010 |
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Yo...the kiid is a monster...i like it, im feelin it, do ya thang homie..
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| Posted on Apr 25, 2010 |
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I dont usually bother checking out K.Sparks records, as you always know what your going to get. A decent beat with some pretty nice lyrics and a good flow, though it still wont be something I will listen to again. This track is no different.
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| Posted on Apr 25, 2010 |
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sounds good, college radio should be eating this up!
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| Posted on Apr 25, 2010 |
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idk why but im not really feelin Mr. K. Sparks. HIs lyrics are great, don't get me wrong but he seems so old school. The only song i liked with him was off a Young So--excuse me--MIke Dreams mixtape (Counting Sheep MIxtape)
IF i heard a fresher sound I would appreciate him more! |
| Posted on Apr 25, 2010 |
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| Posted on Apr 25, 2010 |
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Very smooth production here and a very jazzy feel. Sparks to me brings it lyrically everytime i hear him wether its a freetyle or a full lenght track.
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| Posted on Apr 26, 2010 |
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| Posted on Apr 26, 2010 |
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wow
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| Posted on Apr 27, 2010 |
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Only K.Sparks can rap over one of the best JAZZ songs in history(Miles Davis-Blue in Green)and do it right.I won't be mad if you go commercial one day so you can finally spread some real HIP HOP.
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| Posted on Apr 28, 2010 |
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