eyeWatch: Came Along (Way)

Being the new kid on the block is no easy job. You need to learn the territory you're about to approach, be careful of who you interact with, but most importantly, you need to make your mark hard enough for it to leave an impact. I've learned that first hand just by starting up elleELLEeye, but apparently, Queens native rapper, Eric Sosa has learned the tricks of the trade as well. Excuse my grammar, but he's "Came Along (Way)".


First introduced to us on Twitter, then performing at our Sweet Sound of Hip-Hop event last year, Eric is on the move! He's released his second video for "Came Along Way" off of his mixtape Rhyme & Noodles: NO ARTIFICIAL Flavoring Vol. 2. If that wasn't enough to keep the fans entertained, his first single for "One You" featuring Rocki Evans is now available on iTunes for the purchase of $.99.

The "Came Along (Way)" video was directed by James Calinda and takes us through Sos' journey thus far. Baby photos, performance footage, and a walk down memory lane are all you can expect to see as the video captures moments near and dear to Sos and his career.


We're sure the journey hasn't been easy, but with his persistence, he'll make it in no time. Take a look at the video below and let us know what you think by commenting! P.S. Don't miss Sos getting a dub at our "Midnight Madness" event when we took over SUNY Oneonta...(the 3:05 mark). Happy watching!




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For more on Eric Sosa visit www.EricSosa.com


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eyePod: Nov - Coffee Remix

Have you had your coffee today? If not, rapper, Nov, is serving you up a helping with his latest track, "Coffee (Remix)". You all seemed to love "Just Like You", but on this one, Nov took a different approach and used auto-tunes. He's a well-rounded artist, and keeping his fans on their toes and anticipating his next sound is somthing he does very well. Without further ado, here's Nov - "Coffee (Remix)" featuring Thugzman. Happy listening! Advisory: Foul language, listen at your own risk ;)

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eyeIntroduce to You, D.O.S.

How do you define success? Looking for an example? I can give you two; Young Nyse and McFly. These artists make up the Rap/Electro-Hop duo, D.O.S. (Definition Of Success). Not only is their name inspiring, but they are living examples of what success is. Currently a part of the Freshman 15 Entertainment/TrackTeam Records Camp, D.O.S. are two young black men making it out of the South Bronx with college educations, and a positive outlook on life. They are focused on making music, all the while pursuing a career in the music industry. D.O.S. proves that their inspiration comes from living, and say that they are inspired by any and everything.

Musically we draw from artist we grew up listening to constantly. Of course Biggie & Jay-Z, but also different music like Morris Day and the Time, Prince, Ready for the World, Run DMC, Kurtis Blow, Sheila E. etc. Today, we feel the biggest dudes doing it are Jay-Z, Drake, Lil Wayne, Fabolous, Big Sean, Kanye, on the Rap side and on the Electro-Hop side Far East Movement, N.E.R.D., Akon, David Guetta, LMFAO. - (D.O.S.)

We've known the Bronx to breed some of the hardest records in Hip-Hop, but D.O.S. wants to introduce the BX to a new sound with their debut single “Sing All Night (Marscruiser Remix)”. The song features lyrics by D.O.S. alongside production from Paul "Marscruiser" Determan. Check out the the video below that was directed by Tara Maloney. Happy watching (FYI: Explicit Lyrical Content)!

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eyeReview: Pink FRIDAY

The "Moment 4 Life" for the self-proclaimed Harajuku Barbie, Nicki Minaj, has arrived. The release of her debut album, Pink Friday has hit stores and is sure to cause mayhem in the music industry. It's no secret that almost everyone has mixed feelings about Nicki, whether its over her character, her kookiness, or her lyrical content. Truth is, the young lady is good at what she does, and since music is a form of expression I personally feel that she's entitled to present herself in whatever manner she feels appropriate for herself.

With all of that being said, I've listen to the album and will give her 4.5/5 eyes!

The lyrical content is there, the punchlines, the hooks, the versatility, the story, and the element of Rap and Hip-Hop. You can hear her growth and development now from the time of her mix-tapes days. If I had to pick one, my favorite track would have to be "Fly" featuring Rihanna. Other tracks that I can listen to over and over (not including those released as singles) are: "Here I Am", "Moment 4 Life" - I believe that life is a prize, but to live doesn’t mean you’re alive...And this very moment I’m king, this very moment I slay Goliath with a sling. I wish that I could have this moment for life...'cause in this moment I just feel so alive. - and "I'm the Best". Other featuring on the album include Natasha Bedingfield, Kanye West, Drake and Will.I.Am. Overall, it is a good album that I could listen to from start to finish. Kudos to Nicki, her hater, supporters, and everyone involved in this project.

In the words of Rihanna in "Fly": I came to win, to fight, to conquer to thrive. I came to win, to survive, to prosper, to rise...To FLY! Listen to "Fly" now, happy listening!

Do you have the album? What are your thoughts? What do you think her first week sales will look like? COMMENT!

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