Homey meets the Man

Todays Daundaground lesson for Saving Hip Hop....

~Thin Line between Dignity and Stupidity ~

where's Homey when u need em??? In Living Color throwbax.....

Fourth of their Lies !!!

been on a revolutionary break .... b back soon after these messages...!

EPMD @ The Fillmore

DJ Ragesouljah and CLG caught EPMD with Please Listen to my Demo @ the historic Fillmore. MORE LATER!!

Oakland Ca. Assaults Youth !!

East Oakland Commmunity High Set to Close While Murder Rate Increases

Oakland California was the victim of 148 murders in the year of 2006. This upcomming year Oakland will be the victim of East Oakland Community High School closing, as well as 3 other schools: Sherman Elementary, Kismit Middle, and Merrit Middle College Prep. After 2 years of service to the community, ESO Community High will get shut down. This school with the Avenues Project has exposed the youth to Arts, Education, Job Skills, Life Skills, and has overall giving the kids hope in the city of 400,000. A visit to their website cant help but leave you impressed, with Black Panther History Day, discussions with the Brown Berets, on site education of the US Border, and more, it makes the conscious person think .. WHY WOULD THEY CLOSE A SCHOOL THAT HAS BEEN SO PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONLY 2 YEARS!! With a 57% increase in murders from the previous year and the most murders the city has seen since 1993, the assualt is on against the youth of Oakland. How can the lack of programs, the lack of jobs and the high rate of murders not seem related... in 1993 Sideshows were at an all time high, with the reports on Sideshows in Oakland recently the need for the youth to do something should be evident. DAUNDAGROUND.COM salutes the Teachers, Organizers, and most especially students who have worked with these schools and continue to fight against the negative forces that surrond Oakland. DAUNDAGROUND provides some video history on the activites like the Sideshow and lack there of in the TOWN.. DJ Ragesouljah

History of Sideshows in Oakland

from Sydewayz

A Look at the Sideshows in Oakland Ca Today

..with Hood Stomp from Oakland's own Clyde Carson

Paris Break The Grip of Shame_1990

A Look At the History of Oakland Ca

from Oaklandish

Free Askari X and the Oakland Streets !!!

Askari X Free'd, and some History of the Oakland Streets

The Oakland Rap Revolutionairy Askari X, is now back on the Oakland Streets. From his ascent to the legendary status of pioneering Bay Area Rap Artist to his alignment to the Struggle for liberation of Black People, Askari X has been a target. Throughout his years in the 41510 (Oakland Sf Bay Area) Askari has gone in and out of prison for whatever reason the OPD (Oakland Police Departement) could find. The Revolutionairy songs and his workings with NPDUM nowInPDUM and the Ansars Askari educated many Black Youth on Revolution. Starting with the Ansars, then continuing to the RBG's Askari was at the forefront of conscious music. Askari's first album Ward of the State released in 1992 put down the RBGs. Righteous Black Guerrillas waaay before it was coined by the NY group Dead Prez. The DPz to their credit have continued the struggle even reaching out to Askari in the past years. In the 90s, yours truely Kingofblaxmedia spent time with InPDUM in the Uhuru house on Foothill Blvd in Oakland. Tales always arose of Askari and his strength to fight for his people. In the future Daundaground.com will publish exclusive footage of Askari from years past. Until then, we provide you with his video Oakland Streets from his 2nd album Message to the Black Man. Uhuru!

Paris Still Breaking the Grip of Shame

Dropping in 1990 Paris broke hip hop ground as the Black Panther of Hip Hop. This product of the SF Bay Area and the same streets that the BPP Party used to organize, dropped The Devil Made Me Do it as his first LP. Paris' uncompromising stance on political issues and biting social commentary have endured through 6 albums, Scarface Records, the group the Conscious Daughters (most recently featured on Nas Where are they Now?), and his now Revolutionairy Label Guerrilla Funk Records. Also stay tuned for an exclusive interview from Paris from years back from Daundaground.com We give you his classic Break the Grip of Shame as a salute to this Bay Area Pioneer. Power 2 the People...

Willie Hutch the Essence of Slick

Willie Hutch was a true Pioneer. His soundtrack to The Mack was an instant classic. Along with the film which examined the Pimp Game and the Black Power Game in Oakland California, the soundtrack proved to be just as important as the film images. The film starring and written by Max Julien gave light to struggles of Oakland. Willie Though born in Los Angeles and growing up in Texas his music provided the soundtrack to much in the Bay. Passing in 2005 Willie's music lives on and is featured above performing Slick on Soul Train.

..stay tuned for more Bay Area Black History in Feb!!

Brenda Had a Baby 2007

Kiri Davis film 'A Girl Like Me'

Kiri Davis film 'A Girl Like Me' explores a subject explored by Brown vs Board Education, Eyes on the Prize, and Tupac in a film that needs all recognition it is getting. Kiri Davis , 17, from Urban Academy put out this film after learning about the original experiment with Black Children and Dolls conducted in the 1960s. Her film examines the 1954 test Kenneth Clark used in the Brown vs Board Education Case. Showing Black Dolls and White Dolls to Black Children and just asking questions. These studies have been explored as the ongoing psychological affects of Slavery, and ongoing negative images portrayed in culture and institutions against people of color. The darker you are the badder you are.... if you black get back, if you white you alright... Please view the two features as we celebrate African Awareness Month. Peace, and 2 fingas fo now.

RETURN TO MECCA

X-clan Returns to Mecca with new CD

Brother J from the Clan but he's not a Wu Tanga..!! X-clan returns and its right on time. From Katrina, to 911, to the Amerikkkan Blackout with voting in Florida, Brother J speaks on it all. With the passing of Professor X last year, and Sugar Shaft in 1995, the X-clan team had to reup and reorganize. Adding members from the Dark Sun Riders Crew (Brother J's Solo CD in 96) DJ M.A.T.E. and Ultraman, the crew began moving forward by bringing in more producers.
'So, now we have Fat Jack in the house and we have DJ Orator and Pro Mic and Bean One; there's so many different cats, man, that are coming to contribute their energy that have wanted to contribute to conscious music and have never had the opportunity to do it on a real mantle.'- Brother J
The album does not disappoint, with artists like YZ, RBX, Damian Marley, KRS 1, Chali 2na (Jurrasic5), Abstract Rude, Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach, and Brad X of Kottonmouth Kings. Be sure to also check out the cut 'Brother, Brother' produced by Dj Quik.. oops he dropped the Dj... by Quik. Check their site for more info and media. News is with working with Suburban Noize Records, Brother J will be able to bring exposure to new conscious artist to hit the scene. Check ya local listings for when X-clan pulls up to your town in a pink caddy. The currently are on tour with Public Enemy..... check out the clips from the San Fransico show attended by yours truely and CLG ...To the East Blackwards.....

Rage

Attacks on Black Revolutionairy Leaders Continue into Old Age

8 men arrested over 1971 death

San Francisco authorities have arrested over 8 men in connection with the murder of Sgt. John V. Young. Young was killed after an attack at an San Francisco police station. These men are being blamed for that crime and being in connection with a bombing of a police funeral in San Francisco and the slayings of two New York City police officers, as well as three armed bank robberies. Murder and conspiracy charges were filed against Ray Michael Boudreaux, 64, of Altadena; Richard Brown, 65, of San Francisco; Herman Bell, 59, and Anthony Bottom, 55, both behind bars in New York state; Henry Watson Jones, 71, of Altadena; Francisco Torres, 58, of New York City; and Harold Taylor, 58, of Panama City, Fla. These arrests are a continuing assault on leaders and fighters of Black America. Documents, testimony and government agents have attested for the work of Cointelpro. Cointelpro was and IS a government agency devised to destroy, desrupt and kill of leaders of the Black Community. These attacks have been done using many falsehoods, informants, and other counterinsurgency tactics. Should the American public believe these new charges, knowing the government has worked with the KKK, and other groups to create deaths and fake cases based on fake evidence, and fake testimony, to kill off the 'rise of a Black Messiah'. Why are these cases comming to court now? To continue the attack on the black phsyce, to continue the work of Cointlepro and set an example to those who oppose the government, and worldwide oppression. In opposition and solidarity with those that fight oppression we bring you .. The War on Black America.

Westside Ridah Report 1 Jan 07 - Snoop C-Bo Mistah FAB JT bigga figga

The long wait is over.. the return of the original the one and only Westside Ridah Report brought to you by Daundaground
bringing you news and the latest street buzz from the Westcoast. Always reppin' the Bay 2 LA luv.

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Volume 1, The WEST Movement

The year of 2006 was a big year for Westcoast Hip Hop, with the blazing trail of the Yay Area and the Hyphy Movement leading the way... The 'New' West, has brought out new undaground artist from the LA such as Damani, Bishop Lamont, and Glasses Malone. With the Game pushing the way for LA LA, the West is getting new attention from the public, the video channels, and record labels. Yay artists have been know over the years to leave the Bay for LA for more exposure .. and more work in the industry. From 2pac's move to LA, to Spice 1, to Yukmouth, now you got artists like Ya Boy, Clyde Carson, and Mistah FAB spending time in SOCAL. The labels have come running to sign up the Hyphy/Bay Movement... Mistah FAB is now signed to Atlantic Records his single and video 'Ghost Ride It' will be featured on MTV Jams this month!....Ya Boy and Clyde Carson have signed up with Games BlackWallstreet Camp, and now there are reports that the one and only JT The Bigga Figga has become the VP in charge of Dogghouse Records, Snoops label. Big Thangs, Bay Style!! Also new, C-BO has inked a deal with Young Buck, what? .. yeah Young Buck, even though many in the bay are not happy with BO sleeping with the enemy... Bo is sure to get much exposure when he drops a new album... Bay 2 LA lets get it going, we must end this Black vs Latino beef that has been escalating in Chino, other prisions and with the recent deaths of a 14yr old and a 9 yr old in LA.

The Westside Ridah Report hits you with something you wont see on MTV.. Snoop Dogg doing his undaground video thang again, with help from JT The Bigga Figga the new VP of Dogghouse, and an appearance from Malika 'Queen of the Bay' from Making the Band 3... looks like they in the studio, this track is featured on Snoop's Blue Carpet Treatment with help from Damian Marley... we out!

Hip Hop Resurrects MLK

Full 'I Have a Dream' Speech - Martin Luther King Jr. Aug 28, 1963

The attack on Eyes on the Prize..

Boondocks tribute..


Common 'I Have a Dream'

Martin Luther King Jr. Dies in Vancouver B.C. at 91 years old

.. that headline taken from a classic Boondocks episode tells it all.. With the help of Aaron McGruder MLK Jr. was brought to life in a controversial and classic episode where King is not dead, but alive and upset with Black people in the current state of Amerikkka. What would King think, what would he do if he was alive to witness us today?? It is ironic that a Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial is planned on the National Mall when this same nation is still opressing people of color worldwide... makes you ponder the episode more.. doesnt it..? Find the "Return of the King" episode at your local DVD dealer. ...
Will.I.Am and Common bring the echos of King and his essence on the new track 'I Have a Dream,' on the Freedom Writers Soundtrack.

MLK jr.'s Secretary dies

MLK's secretary Dora McDonald, has just passed days before the holiday, at the age of 81. Dora went to work for MLK Jr. in 1960, and was the one who notified Coretta Scott King of her husbands death April 4, 1968 in Memphis, Tenn.

In Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Bday, check out the though provoking clips above...

Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five Bum Rush the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Grandmaster Flash and F5 bum rush the Rock & Roll HOF

Just announced and to be honored at a ceremony on March 12, 2007 at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City, GMF and F5 are the very 1st rap group to be recognized in the Rock in Roll Hall of Fame. 'We couldn't be more proud to honor this unique, diverse group of rockers, rappers, singers and poets. This is what rock and roll is all about' Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation President and C.E.O., Joel Peresman. The others to make it to the HOF are R.E.M., The Ronettes, Patti Smith and Van Halen. 25 yrs after your first recording, artists become eligible. Most young heads may not know much of Grandmaster Flash, unless you caught a glimpse of him kicking knowledge at the ATL Hip Hop Awards (oops BET). The crew will be honored also at the museum in Cleveland, Ohio. Grandmaster Flash is credited for pioneering scratching, beat juggling, and pioneering beat machines. The group includes Kid Creole, Cowboy, Grandmaster Flash, Melle Mel, Mr. Ness,and Raheim. For your viewing pleasure some highlights of the crew, including The Message and a clip from the hip-hop classic film Wildstyle.

Michael Jackson with James Brown

The Funeral of James Brown attended by Michael Jackson

Airing sporadically on news channels, the funeral of the great James Brown aired Sunday. There were many great momments, during the homecomming, including Mc Hammer from the Town of course, dancing on stage. Words of inspiration from Jesse Jackson, AL Sharpton, JB's family, and Dick Gregory. Here is a clip of the entrance and respect shown by one of JB's followers Michael Jackson.

New Years Day and Imani

James Brown for New Years Day

James Brown with Get on the Good Foot/Soul Power/Make It Funky... Final Day of Kwanzaa.. Imani (ee-MAH-nee) Faith focuses on honoring the best of our traditions, draws upon the best in ourselves, and helps us strive for a higher level of life for humankind, by affirming our self-worth and confidence in our ability to succeed and triumph in righteous struggle.

Kuumba (Creativity) and James Brown

Kuumba (Creativity) and James Brown doing 'Popcorn'

We now celebrate Kuumba principle of Kwanzaa. Kuumba(koo-OOM-bah) Creativity makes use of our creative energies to build and maintain a strong and vibrant community. With the passing of Brother James we are celebrating Kwanzaa with the memory of him. This video is of James doing "Popcorn". Peace for now!!!

Nia (Purpose) and James Brown

Celebrating Kwanzaa with JB - Nia (Purpose) and Night Train

Continuing the Kwanzaa celebration with our Brother Rapp... we now celebrate
Nia (NEE-yah) Purpose encourages us to look within ourselves and to set personal goals that are beneficial to the community.... we celebrate with Night Train... my favorite of all time JB vids.. peace!!!

James Brown Kwanzaa

In memorial of Brother James Brown, we celebrate the principles of Kwanzaa with a funk. On this 3rd day of Kwanzaa, the principle celebrated is Ujima (oo-GEE-mah) Collective Work and Responsibility reminds us of our obligation to the past, present and future, and that we have a role to play in the community, society, and world. The 2nd day was Kujichagulia (koo-gee-cha-goo-LEE-yah) Self-Determination requires that we define our common interests and make decisions that are in the best interest of our family and community.

We celebrate Kujichagulia (Self Determination) with

JAMES BROWN in Blues Brothers

We celebrate Ujima (Collective Work) with

James Brown with his Disciples, Michael Jackson and Prince

The Real King Of Rap

The Real King of Rap, the Godfather of Soul, James Brown passed on Christmas Day. Passing on Xmas was fitting for James, so he will be loved even more each December 25th. Spike Lee along with producer Brian Grazer, are currently working on a Biopic on James Brown. Before his passing James Brown was working with the project and the screenwriters. Spike will do James justice.. brining the joy and pain, along with the JB moves. Just remember the days when you attempted to be James Brown on the kitchen floor with socks... yeah those were the days.

The beginning of Hip Hop included hard rock beats, and of course James Brown. The most sampled artist there is and probably will be, we respectfully still love ya JB, and will still bump your jams from old and sample them for the new. For the younger heads JB even did work with Hip Hop, the greatest is the Godfather of Soul with the Leader of the Zulu Nation. James Brown and Afrika Bambaataa.... peep... RIP Brother James..

Public Enemy and X-Clan Bring the Noise to SF !!

San Francisco (the sucka free), CA
Rap groups have come and gone, and are still forming everyday... but one still stands atop the Hip Hop legacy, Public Enemy. The group consisting of the great MC Chuck D, the best hypeman on the planet Flavor Flav, Professor Griff, and the Security of the 1st World (S1WS), have been holding it down since 87'. Always a voice for the Afrikan Diaspora, the conscious lyrics and revolutionairy beats has enabled PE to be the soundtrack for the Struggle of Afrikans worldwide. PE, Xclan, The Banned, and Prozack (Cfunk)put it down last week at the Mezzanine in San Francisco.

Rage and CLG stepped out to the Mezzanine in San Francisco on a wet Wednesday to see the packed event. The concert started out with the one and only Cfunk, now Prozack, from EPA. Pro put out the classic Rated X album back in the day.. (more on that on upcomming post) and came out with a couple songs. Of course a majority of the crowd, except the old skool heads knew who the cat was.. Kevy Kev from KZSU was in the house, ironically he was the first to play PE on bay area radio. Xclan had the crowd moving doing old skool, and couple of the new album kutz. Check the XClan Site to hear some of the musik, and get some news. RIP to Professor X who was surely missed in spirit in SF, but the Xclan crew still holds it down on stage. African flags, Red, Black and Green(blood,people,land), and African Martial arts on stage can only be outdone by PE. PE came on stage with the S1Ws (Security of the First World) with Griff, Flavor Flav, Chuck D, DJ Lord with The Banned. The Banned was the live live band who help open up the show... the call this group a band is an understatement, them cats could jam with the best, especially the guitarist. PE performed like always a great, long show full of education and energy. Flavor Flav brought many new fans out, as easily seen in the hyped crowd. Flav even performed Flavor Man and some of his new kutz. Waaay back in the day I enjoyed PE at their first Bay performance at the Fresh Fest in Oakland, at the Colesium...boy that was a show... and the group is just as great now. Check some of the clips from the Daundaground Mobile below..

More than Hyphy

Is the Bay all Hyphy??

In honor of the bay, the BARS Awards, and the end of the year comming up.. we revisit the "State of the Emergency" Conference. The Bay Area Hip Hop scene is more than Hyphy, and Hyphy aint nothing new.. its just a name to the Bay Movement that has been in existence since Too Short first sold the all white tape outta his trunk. This conference from October 2004 was a spark to the "Hyphy" movement, by helping organize, and unify many bay artists. Artist featured in the video include:
Zion I, Casual, E40, Dead Prez, and more!!

Ashy Larry gets waxed poetic!!!

OOOOUUUUUCHHHHHH !!!!

Ok so its a friday post so id thought id give u something to laugh about. Donnell Rawlings...(ashy larry from Dave Chappelle) made a bet. Needless to say he lost the bet....to read the sports without messing up. So Ashy gets his armpits waxed.. what? yeah.. ouch..! The whole thang was videotapped and is hilarious... check it out, and the beautiful Egypt who set up the whole bet.. peace!!