Mike Dreams - Speaks Down Low
Artist: Mike Dreams
Producer: Teddy Roxpin
Album: Counting Sheep Series (Week 1)
Label: MUSIC2DREAM2
In the first installment of his Booth-exclusive Counting Sheep… Countdown to Dreamer’s Poetry Series, indie emcee and site member Young Son reminds hip-hop lovers that social responsibility starts in the whip. In a decidedly unconventional twist on the street banger formula, the Minneapolis up-and-comer serves up a hard-hitting cut meant to be enjoyed with your Speaks Down Low. Delivering more of the insightful, left-of-center lyricism fans have come to expect, he addresses the real-life consequences of stereotypical “gangster” behavior—in his own words, “Everybody always wants to be loud, boisterous and ignorant rolling thru the block, and that ultimately leads to conflict.“ Producer Teddy Roxpin‘s keyboard and handclap instrumental, of course, demands to be played full-blast, but be considerate and save that for headphone listening sessions (try not to damage your hearing, though). Listeners can look forward to more exclusive cuts every Tuesday leading up to the May release of Young Son’s sophomore studio album, Dreamer’s Poetry.
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The beat is hot and his lyrics and flow are pretty good. Decent 2.5 but im feelin good so I'll round it up
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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It was tight. MH, you got talent man, for real. Keep it up.
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Member |
It was alright......the flow was decent only thing i wasnt really was the hook which i think brings the track down from a three but if you looks at the rest of the song i would a lil over three so...
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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it was good. i like Young Son's style. i jus didnt like the chorus too much.
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 1077 |
Yea the beat is nice, the flow is decent. Def a lot nicer flow that a lot of cats out right now, hook could use a lil work like CLT says... good look 4 MH tho.
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 4267 |
Oohwweee so it finally begins ...
Yeah! I double on dat GStan 10, he def. got talent on mic ... as usual he keeps it real ... Dope flow which is well suited for this beat ... Im a fan so dis a BANGA!! fo me ... something you can jam to in ya ride as well ... |
| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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The production and beat instantly attracts me. I'm really feeling this. His flow isn't spectacular, but it has like a chill or "real" vibe to it. It reminds me of a dude who's trying to get in the rap game and rapping to a basement beat. I'm not sure if that was the best way to word what I'm trying to say, but I feel his hunger....idk I'm just really feeling it. I won't listen to it over and over, but when it shows up in the shuffle on the pod I'll listen.
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 613 |
Prefer "Success Is..." but dont get me wrong this is still definitely on point! Production is awesome! Keep puttin out that ish MH!
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Crew Total Ratings: 11684 |
Thanks to MH for coming at us with the opportunity to host this series. The man has a lot in store... and he is a perfectionist, which helps.
A solid rotation-worthy song to kick off the series. Roxspin lays down some catchy notes. |
| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Crew Total Ratings: 267 |
Hannah, man
Very nice Keep putting up that flow |
| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 332 |
shyt was on point..besides soundin a little muffled,this joint was def' poppN..propz
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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nice. lookin forward to more from this guy...
HA! just noticed i made resident dj! Thanx booth! |
| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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MH comin with it again! Hook does sound a little muffled, but the flow was tight. Keep up the good work MH.
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Member |
sick i love it ;p
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 2281 |
You know I @otta comment on a MH joint! This has a 80's vibe here with the production. I been watchin alotta terminator and back to the future lately so that era is what I'm feelin ri@ht now. This kinda reminds me of some Miami Vice, or somethin. MH killed this as usual. I like that hook and the beat is stron@ as well. Handle ya own business is the messa@e, and I'm listenin!
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 2130 |
Thanks for all the support everyone! It's much appreciated!
You can download this joint free here: http://www.zshare.net/audio/58310989e26ec3df/ Enjoy! |
| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 475 |
Thanks for the link MH, I was actually going to ask where I can get this at. Anyways, this is great. Best of luck to you. I have a little bit of a connection down at MTV (Cousin is the VP of it's Latin channel but, in accordance, knows many of the executives) and, if you want, I can maybe send this her way. I don't know how much she'd be able to do but maybe it could be helpful.
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| Posted on Apr 07, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 2130 |
That would be mad official DJ J. Definitely! Thanks!
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 475 |
Alright, cool, I'll sent it asap. I'll let u know if anything happens.
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 736 |
ur flow is definitely smooth, and the beat is dope. but just like everyone else said, the hook could have been better.
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 1642 |
idk how im feelin about all the elements combined. i feel it cud be a banger.. but idk. 2.5 stars.
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| Posted on Apr 08, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 1309 |
Daaaaamn!!! Young Son's got the lyrics (message), the delivery and just the music in his rap game! Keep handlin your business man, for a whole year! lol I'ma try and have as much time for myself... :p
The beat is HOT, keeps you in the mood for the whole song, just headbanging. Catchy tune in the background...nice! What a way to kick off the series MH! I'm proud of ya! Good luck and stay blessed! |
| Posted on Apr 08, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 573 |
Ha, it took me a couple minutes (and having to read all the comments before me) to figure out that this is MH. No offense. My brain is just takin a little while to actually function properly lol. I've always read his comments on tracks before I listen to em, cuz he gives an actual in-depth look at the song. As for this song, I gotta say I can't find anything wrong with this track! I absolutely love the production, and Son kills it! I'm callin it Classic, 'cause this is definitely something I'm going to look forward to listening to again and again!
Good luck, MH! Can't wait to hear more! I'm officially a fan! You got me hooked! |
| Posted on Apr 08, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 2130 |
That's definitely what's up yo! Thanks again for all the support. You all can keep up with what's going on with me and the music at these sites below:
Official Homepage: http://www.youngsonmusic.com News Updates Blog: http://news.youngsonmusic.com Personal Interests Blog: http://www.blog.youngsonmusic.com |
| Posted on Apr 08, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 63 |
MH - this is fine indeed...liking the flow you're laying over this sick sick beat - I like this beat right here, it's dark and it's got that I Got 5 On It feel...hook was good but a little too much was going on there...You've mos def got talent and I look forward to the next in the series...This is a 3.5 right here! Keep ON!
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 2130 |
Thanks "thagrizz". Will do!
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 3212 |
The beat is fire and his flow is great. Good song!
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 424 |
Um I wonder who this is. Good producer as well (Teddy Roxpin stirring up a rocus)
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 573 |
So, MH, when we gonna hear somethin else from you on the Booth?
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 2130 |
Every Monday Night/Tuesday Morning yo. The series is going on! It's a brand new track every Tuesday here on the BOOTH until my album drops on June 9th, 2009.
"Success Is..." is my current single that is out. I got a video coming for that and another single to be released when the album drops for the summer. http://www.youngsonmusic.com for EVERYTHING ELSE! |
| Posted on Apr 10, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 2130 |
Every Monday Night/Tuesday Morning yo. The series is going on! It's a brand new track every Tuesday here on the BOOTH until my album drops on June 9th, 2009.
"Success Is..." is my current single that is out. I got a video coming for that and another single to be released when the album drops for the summer. http://www.youngsonmusic.com for EVERYTHING ELSE! |
| Posted on Apr 10, 2009 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 573 |
Sweet. Damn, K Sparks one day and MH the next...I look forward to it. I'd be using exclamation points, but mine arent working....
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| Posted on Apr 11, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Member Total Ratings: 7 |
The flow is cool as usual. This is not Teddy Roxpins usual for me. I am used to more composed soulful melodies from Teddy, the track is ok. I give it a 3
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| Posted on Apr 12, 2009 |
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