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4.0 ( 14 total votes )
One of the first few questions asked of any emcee is, “Where are you from?” As we all know, many a rapper has become an overnight celeb thanks to a hometown anthem (I’m looking at you Wiz Khalifa). Fresh off the release of the darkly poignant Rodney King, U-N-I representative Thurz debuts the second release off his upcoming album, L.A Riot, in the form of the aptly-titled Los Angeles, an ode to his hometown and the best city that I’ve never actually stepped foot in (soon though…soon). Produced by frequent collaborator Ro BLVD, Los Angeles contains a funky sample and mellow drums over which Thurz discusses the full range of the L.A. experiences, from the highest of the highs to the lowest of the lows. The most interesting part of the song, though, has to be the chorus, comprised of several Angelenos discussing what the city means to each of them. So whether you pronounce your favorite team as the Dodgers or “Los Doyers,” you’ll be glad to know that Thurz is down to rep for his (and your) favorite left coast city. L.A. Riot drops in July, go ahead and mark your calendars now.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on April 11, 2011
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 11677 |
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When it comes to artists, who release music that is supposed to be 100% authentic to their city/neighborhood, how do you know if they are being true to their land if you aren't from that area. It sounds good, right? Naw, that doesn't cut it. You need to do a little research. Long story short, I'm not from L.A., but I know for a fact that Thurz of U-N-I bleeds Los Angeles. His music says so.
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2011 |
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Really enjoyed this song, the beat was clean. He is definitely repping for his city.
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2011 |
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This track is epic. Thurz is slept on & so is Ro Blvd as a producer. This has a gritty yet smooth style. Can't wait for L.A. Riot
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2011 |
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2011 |
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Don't think the flow was the greatest, but production shines in this one.
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2011 |
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The flow and lyrics is what makes this record shine! Almost on some Nas type ish. The beat is flames as well
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2011 |
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leader of the new school. This and Rodney King were solid. I'm looking forward to hearing more from him along with newcomers KRIT, Kendrick and J. Cole
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2011 |
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2011 |
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The record is gritty and had a cinematic like quality to it thanks to Thurz's depiction & Ro's beat. When most think of hometown odes it's 99% of the time a party vibe attached to it. This song makes you zone out and think of the good & the bad. Dope.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2011 |
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I think its a pretty dope hip-hop song. Its not going to help him become a overnight sensation, but at the same time I think people in the city are going to show him much love. Its a depiction of his city raw and uncut without just trying to show the good side of LA or just trying to show the Ghetto side of L.A. but showing the rest of the nation what LA is and what it stands for.
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| Posted on Apr 10, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 380 |
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High 3. Solid song
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| Posted on Apr 11, 2011 |
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very strong record. i want to hear the album and catch a show
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| Posted on Apr 11, 2011 |
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I don't know much about L.A., I've only been there once for two days (about 3 weeks ago), but this song definitely has that L.A. vibe/feeling I get when I listen to other artists from L.A. And it's sick.
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| Posted on Apr 18, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 14 |
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Great Song...reminds me of a young Game
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| Posted on Apr 20, 2011 |
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