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. . . What’s Upper? . . . Nasty News . . . Issue #923 . . . July 6, 2020 . . . What’s Upper? . . .

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This is how I'm feeling NOW —
#BLACKLIVESMATTER

RAP ATTACK's own DJ 3rd Degree said, “I Do” & is now officially off the Tinder App market!
Congratulations to 3rd Degree & his wife!

THE MINNEAPOLIS HIP HOP SCENE
by Jessica Weber (Co-Sign)

To our Co-Sign friends and family,
Many of you know that over the years, our company has worked closely with both the Rhymesayers and Doomtree record labels, as well as the Minneapolis music community as a whole.
Late last week we became aware of allegations of abuse involving artists on both of these labels, as well as other clients of ours within this community.
We are deeply disappointed and saddened to hear about the patterns of toxic behavior outlined in these allegations, and the abuse these victims had to endure. It’s also upsetting to hear that these issues may have been brought up in the past and were not adequately addressed.

While the story is still unfolding, we've connected with our clients, demanding answers and accountability.
We are committed to doing everything we can to make sure the conversation is centered around the victims’ needs, making sure they are heard and protected so everyone can begin to heal.
Looking forward, I hope that this sparks a larger conversation around the treatment of women within the music industry at large. Unfortunately, these problems aren't unique to the Minneapolis music scene, or to the music industry, and are still prevalent throughout society.
As we continue to fight for equality on the airwaves and beyond, we vow to make the conversation about the treatment of ALL women in the music industry and beyond a prominent one.

Thanks for reading.
I'm here to answer questions and offer clarification wherever I can.

DJ 3rd Degree’s
Fire Pick of the Week
July 6, 2020
Thanks for continuing to support indie rap music and the Rap Attack DJ’s.
What is good my Hip Hop friends!!? You ready for some new music?? Well, this week’s fire pick is now about a week old now, so you may or may not already know about it. If you don’t know, now you will!
Hot off the presses and again, right on time, Public Enemy just released a brand new single titled “State Of The Union (S.T.F.U.)” on Enemy Records. Produced by DJ Premier, the song is a cry for all to stand up and fight against the injustices in our world and kick Trump out of office.
Hard-hitting, the song really grabs the listener from the start. A dope sample kicks it off, then Flav and the beat jump in which adds an amazing texture of energy. Some cuts from Premier, some dope P.E. samples, and we are off to the races as Chuck sparks it on the mic. Politically and socially conscious in nature, this song speaks to all of us who care about the current situation in America and the rest of the world.
I am very happy to see and hear that Flavor Flav was not actually kicked out of the group.
If you wanna check out the visuals for this one, here ya go:

https://bit.ly/2ZhY7n1

Shout out to the Rap Attack DJs for sharing the love!
As I always do, dropping you with the knowledge on that fresh Hip-Hop.

Let us know what you need! We got ya!
Til next time . . . Peace!!
Tim Jaffe aka DJ 3rd Degree

!FREE! ADVICE !FREE!

1 Stream on YouTube = $0.00069
1 Stream on Spotify = $0.00437
1 Stream on Apple Music = $0.00735
1 Stream on Tidal = $0.01250
1 Stream on Amazon Music = $0.00402
1 Million Streams on YouTube = $690
1 Million Streams on Spotify = $4,370
1 Million Streams on Apple Music = $7,350
1 Million Streams on Tidal = $12,500
1 Million Streams on Amazon Music = $4,020
150 streams = 1 Song Download ($0.99-$1.29 Equivalent)
1500 streams = 1 Album Sale (10 Tracks / $9.99 Equivalent)
75 Million Streams = 500,000 Singles Sold (RIAA Gold)
150 Million Streams = 1 Million Singles Sold (RIAA Platinum)
1.5 Billion Streams = 1 Million Albums Sold (RIAA Platinum)

If you go RIAA Platinum on YouTube, you will get = $103,500
If you go RIAA Platinum on Spotify, you will get = $655,550
If you go RIAA Platinum on Apple Music, you will get = $1,102,500
1.5 Billion Streams = 1 Million Albums Sold (RIAA Platinum)
If you go RIAA Platinum on YouTube, you will get = $103,500
If you go RIAA Platinum on Spotify, you will get = $655,550
If you go RIAA Platinum on Apple Music, you will get = $1,102,500
This is the new music industry for those who have a fantasy about being signed to a major label. Basically, it isn't worth it unless you are simply using them to build your brand and your name globally. As far as making money, you would be better off as an independent artist "IF" you have the money to promote yourself independently!
THIS IS THE NEW CURRENT RECORDING INDUSTRY PARADIGM & THE BIG MONEY WILL BE MADE IN PUBLISHING, MERCHANDISE & LIVE SHOWS
(whenever this pandemic will allow for those concert events once more)!

MASK-WEARING RAP ATTACK DJ's,
MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE

CONGRATULATIONS!!! YOU DID IT!!!

Congrats to Ahsan The Golden Child (WRSU-NJ) who just graduated with honors (4.0) and an MA in Communications Arts.

REMEMBER 1-800-759-7243?
A Bay Area #FLASHBACK photo with David Paul from the Bomb magazine & Nasty-Nes

ANOTHER LESSON FROM UNCLE ICE! aka THE ICEMAN!

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BE A RAPPER?
(Oh you thought it was free hunh?!)

gonna try to be as close as i can with the numbers and give explanations where possible.

IF YOU WANT TO BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY IN THIS INDUSTRY AND ACTUALLY MAKE REAL MONEY, THESE ARE THINGS YOU HAVE TO DO TO GET ESTABLISHED

Click to Read More . . .

Hey look! It's Jason-DMan (KRBX-Idaho) & DJ KazzeoMan *KHDC-CA)!
“Beer Rules Everything Around Me!”

Remember “The Warriors?”

RAP ATTACK encourages our DJ's to please show support & love on these two joints in support of the #BLM movement. If you didn't receive the MP3, hit me up: nastynes818@gmail.com

During this unprecedented time of the COVID-19 pandemic, DJs have turned to social media to stay connected with friends, family and their communities. We are connecting to not only discover what’s going on in the world but to bring joy and comfort through music. Unfortunately, social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram do not permit copyrighted music to be played on their platform. There have been many attempts for DJs to bring the power of music to ‘quarantine life’ but live feeds are still consistently cut off.

We are asking for change. Change that would permit music to be played without interruption and provide the appropriate compensation for the artist. There are many ideas on how this can be done and the technology already exists. We would like social media music outlets to reach a mutual agreement with music publishers, record companies and DJs so we can continue to unite worldwide when we are all so far apart.

We are asking everyone to join us to bring this matter to the attention of the powers that be in regards to how this problem is affecting our worldwide arts community with the hopes that in turn, we can stay connected with the people through music.

Sincerely - The Dj Community.
Thank you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbvXXOlYtxU&feature=youtu.be

Dj Alex Mejia, Dj Davey D, Dj Platurn & Dj Nasty-Nes

My RAP ATTACK posse getting a BIG bite of the BIG APPLE #FLASHBACK with DJ's Addition, Nasty-Nes, Kristyles, Nick Huff, Jason-D & Kazzeo.

IF YOU DIDN'T KNOW, GMS KNOWS
by Grandmixer GMS

J.P. Maxfield: The Man All DJ’s Should Thank

Why should all DJ’s thank J.P. Maxfield? Because in 1927, J.P. Maxfield determined that records should be “12 inches” in diameter and played at the speed of “33 1/3 rpm’s” (revolutions per minute). How and/or why you may ask? It began with the film industry: movies were (and are still) divided into reels.

Click to read more . . .

MY PABORITE PILIPINO PLASHBACK PHOTO

(l-r) Nasty-Nes, Roslynn Cobarrubias (ABS-CBN) & DJ Icy Ice (Beat Junkie)

Make sure you click LIKE! & join my NEW KFOX NIGHTBEAT page on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/KFOXNIGHTBEAT/

GOODBYE TILL WE MEET AGAIN IN SEPTEMBER

Real Hip Hop heads representin' right here.
(l-r) DJ Stage One, Statik Selektah & D-Spawn.

"The Heart of The Dragon" is an incredible short film/documentary about my Sifu Taky Kimura,
The relationship between Sifu Taky and Bruce Lee reminds me of the relationship between Sifu Taky and me, going back to when I was just 11 years old. In the doc, Sifu Taky says, "Why me? Why did Bruce pick me?" I could almost say the same.
My mom always shopped at Taky’s grocery store and developed a trust with him. A single mom, she would ask Taky for advice on raising me and he’d look out for both of us. Even though I was too young at 13, he invited me to be a member of his Jun Fan Gung-Fu Institute.
Growing up, I was bullied and picked on, the butt of all fat jokes and had low self esteem. That all changed because of Sifu Taky’s guidance. It wasn't all about martial arts. What Bruce shared with him, Sifu Taky shared with me.
I am forever thankful.
Please watch and enjoy this documentary.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHDVafuxlNc&feature=youtu.be
I hope it touches you like it did me.
Nasty-Nes

Recently found an old 30 second KCMU RAP ATTACK promo spot I made for my radio show back in 1994!
This is the show that launched in the mix, Seattle's own DJ B-Mello, Vansai, Top Spin, DV-One, E-Rock, Kutfather, Mr. Supreme, Grandmixer GMS & Dirty Harry. The classic 90's era.
Here's the link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1RzBNB261A&feature=youtu.be

It's been over 30 years since Kid Sensation released “Rippn” with Sir Mix-A-Lot as well as making his cameo in Mix's “Posse On Broadway” video.
My NASTYMIX RECORDS' label mate is still spittin' lyrics! His new single & video “Feelin' Myself” is about to drop & yours truly has a cameo in it! Look out . . .

Coming in July 2020!
The brand new 7-disc box set featuring all of Bruce Lee's movies remastered into 2K and 4K, plus more!

Straight outta the hidden vaults is a rare & I mean very rare recording of my “KCMU RAP ATTACK” show from December 18, 1994 outta Seattle's University of Wash campus. 26 years ago! Just so you know, I was once in your shoes & this is how “I DID IT” back in 1994.
https://www.mixcloud.com/GrandMixerGMS/kcmu-rap-attack-with-dj-nasty-nes-grandmixer-gms-12181994/

A BEVERLY HILLS 90210 FLASHBACK
Notice the sticker behind David Silva's head?!?!

BLACK IS BACK!

What I meant to say was, “Kevin Black's got MY BACK!” Literally!!!

NASTY-NES' NETFLIX & CHILL PICK OF THE WEEK

THESE ARE THE BREAKS!
(l-r) Nasty-Nes, DJ 3rd Degree & Kurtis Blow

Listen Now!
The latest episode of “KFOX NIGHTBEAT”!
https://bit.ly/2QycQHx

We have a new
FREE Rainier Avenue Radio App!
Easy to use, easy to download. Available on both Apple and Android.
Search Rainier Avenue Radio to find or click links below.

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HITS Magazine Flashback 1998

The ORIGINAL Rap Attack DJ CONF CALL
Panel from 1999

RnBLives Top Ten

“I'm seeing a comeback or return to RnB music amongst lovers of Hip Hop. RnB was big in the 90's. Just about everyone in Hip Hop was feeling that genre of music. As a leader with over 40 years in this biz, I'm supporting the return of RnB with the debut of our first “RnBLives Top 10” chart. It lives right after Conference Call Picks on our Charts page.
Check it out - let us know your thoughts! Nasty-Nes

It's Official!

"NASTY-NES" RODRIGUEZ
is now on the BOARD OF DIRECTORS for Seattle's DR. JOSE RIZAL PARK & BRIDGE FOUNDATION! “My goal is to unite my fellow Pinoys & Pinays and to be a positive leader thru my actions! Seattle, It's Time!," says Nes.