my boy Beau did a lot of the work on this one, enjoy some raleigh talent.

11/29/2011 2:46:35 PM

They're playing The Pour House December 10th

11/29/2011 2:48:07 PM

I like it... i haven't seen inflow in a hot minute either... i need to check them out again..

11/29/2011 2:54:37 PM

^Whaaaa sweet, I didn't even realize, bout to get me some tickets.

11/29/2011 2:57:52 PM

11/29/2011 3:09:43 PM

Is this an Urban Outfitters commercial?

11/29/2011 3:18:16 PM

that Claire chick in the video is just as hot as she was when I had a few classes with her (very hot)

11/29/2011 3:21:33 PM

There are entirely too many white people in that video. Making white folks look cool requires brief clips, interesting props and slow motion, don't dawdle too long on full body shots.

Also, I found the highhat/snare volume too high and distracting. Stylistically I enjoyed the bubble text, especially when it was used in unusual ways(words introduced right to left, for instance). Could have used a different scene, outdoors or something, inter-spliced to keep it interesting. It has neon street signs overlayed, maybe just a better shot of night street scenes from time to time. And it's always nice to see the instruments in action...even if it's just quick closeups of a computer screen, sliders moving, needle bouncing...musicians in their element rather than just standing around awkwardly bouncing.

On a second listen, I think I'd let the smooth riff continue on for a full three measures during verses before the strings come back in with their 'HONK HONK HONK HONK' and harsh the vibe/distract you from the rapping.

The first dude in glasses is a natural choice to open the song, clear and clever lyrics that draw the listener in. The guy in the sweater has an awesome voice but needs to work on his rhythm. White guy, annoying as his voice is, has distinctive style and the best flow by far.

The lips don't always sync, but not distractingly so.

[Edited on November 29, 2011 at 3:50 PM. Reason : I have never before heard this band.]

11/29/2011 3:21:39 PM

3:40 mark. Which one is Claire? The redheaded-ish one's ok.

^wtf is this shit?

[Edited on November 29, 2011 at 3:26 PM. Reason : k]

11/29/2011 3:26:02 PM

Quote :

"^Whaaaa sweet, I didn't even realize, bout to get me some tickets. "

lol yeah only reason I knew is I was having to write an article about area music venues today and noticed it on The Pour House's website. Good timing on this thread.

11/29/2011 3:33:01 PM

id guess the long straight haired chick

11/29/2011 3:36:20 PM

the new album is coming out Dec. 6th and it's called David Thompson




here's another single off of it

Kooley High - Skyview feat. King Mez
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Idwy6YIOrWU


[Edited on November 29, 2011 at 3:55 PM. Reason : skyview]

11/29/2011 3:44:29 PM

smc making things awkward.

11/29/2011 3:54:32 PM

^^ I like that one. Nothing too memorable but it's nicely executed.

^You're not the first person to tell me that.

[Edited on November 29, 2011 at 3:56 PM. Reason : .]

11/29/2011 3:55:59 PM

I am willing to bet that every dude in that video owns a skateboard

11/29/2011 3:58:50 PM

I can't get used to bright colors being popular again. My head screams, "NEEDS MORE DESATURATION.", but I'm dealing with it.

11/29/2011 4:00:57 PM

just wear some sunglasses

11/29/2011 4:04:10 PM

Damn kids keep wearing pink hoodies on my lawn.

11/29/2011 4:05:17 PM

I kinda dig the music though, reminds me of:



[Edited on November 29, 2011 at 4:06 PM. Reason : with more black dudes]

11/29/2011 4:05:31 PM

love the flag jacket

11/29/2011 4:10:25 PM

^ It came from endless grind. I'm sure they still have some

11/29/2011 4:17:54 PM

I have to make a correction
my buddy beau did the work on the one that drops next week, not this one.
sorry for the confusion

11/29/2011 6:15:12 PM

I like Kooley High. Always have.

But the skill level represented in this video/song illustrates why Kooley High will remain a local band. I just don't think they have what it takes to make it outside of NC, for the most part.

11/29/2011 6:19:51 PM

Quote :

"that Claire chick in the video is just as hot as she was when I had a few classes with her (very hot)"

I'm like 90% sure that's my cousin. I just sent her a message on facebook to confirm.

[Edited on November 29, 2011 at 6:23 PM. Reason : yup, it's her.]

11/29/2011 6:22:09 PM

I might could be talked into going to see these guys on the 10th

I've seen them several times before and always loved it. I love it at pour house too because I can get down in the mix, and then when I get tired of that, head upstairs and chill, but still have a good view of everything

11/29/2011 6:23:14 PM

Quote :

"I am willing to bet that every dude in that video owns a skateboard"

Quote :

"love the flag jacket"

Quote :

"^ It came from endless grind. I'm sure they still have some"

lol

11/29/2011 6:31:26 PM

this is still one of my favorites

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buSFRgx9Wnc

11/29/2011 7:02:47 PM

The Beast is the best rap group in the area.

11/29/2011 7:30:15 PM

Quote :

"But the skill level represented in this video/song illustrates why Kooley High will remain a local band. I just don't think they have what it takes to make it outside of NC, for the most part."

They actually moved up to Brooklyn awhile ago, so hopefully they get a little more exposure up there and blowup big....Cause they def rep NC State hard. All of those dudes are super chill to hang out with.


and yea Claire is a def a cutie

12/2/2011 4:49:20 PM

seconded

12/2/2011 5:15:12 PM

perhaps j_sun can shed some light as to why i ain't had seent rap-diddy on any of these new singles from DT

12/2/2011 6:00:12 PM

NICE!!

I'm also a huge fan of The Beast from Durham...check this....

12/2/2011 6:19:13 PM

^^marlanna is doing a solo album with 9th wonder

[Edited on December 2, 2011 at 6:27 PM. Reason : ^^]

12/2/2011 6:27:07 PM

^^ That was fantastic. The Beast is not a very good name to google though.

12/2/2011 6:43:29 PM

Quote :

"I am willing to bet that every dude in that video owns a skateboard"

lol. but can any of them skate?

12/2/2011 6:52:39 PM

Quote :

"perhaps j_sun can shed some light as to why i ain't had seent rap-diddy on any of these new singles from DT"

She'll be on at least 2 songs on the album, they just haven't released those yet.

12/2/2011 7:26:31 PM

There are entirely too many white people in that video. Making white folks look cool requires brief clips, interesting props and slow motion, don't dawdle too long on full body shots.

Also, I found the highhat/snare volume too high and distracting. Stylistically I enjoyed the bubble text, especially when it was used in unusual ways(words introduced right to left, for instance). Could have used a different scene, outdoors or something, inter-spliced to keep it interesting. It has neon street signs overlayed, maybe just a better shot of night street scenes from time to time. And it's always nice to see the instruments in action...even if it's just quick closeups of a computer screen, sliders moving, needle bouncing...musicians in their element rather than just standing around awkwardly bouncing.

On a second listen, I think I'd let the smooth riff continue on for a full three measures during verses before the strings come back in with their 'HONK HONK HONK HONK' and harsh the vibe/distract you from the rapping.

The first dude in glasses is a natural choice to open the song, clear and clever lyrics that draw the listener in. The guy in the sweater has an awesome voice but needs to work on his rhythm. White guy, annoying as his voice is, has distinctive style and the best flow by far.

The lips don't always sync, but not distractingly so.

12/2/2011 8:12:18 PM

tab one is the best kooley mc

his solo project was bananas

check out the tabloids

12/3/2011 12:22:46 AM

Mez is great on Skyview

12/3/2011 6:14:09 AM

Quote :

"I'm also a huge fan of The Beast from Durham...check this.... "

lol Bojangles should get this song played on the radio

12/3/2011 10:15:17 AM

[Edited on December 5, 2011 at 1:37 PM. Reason : dur]

12/5/2011 1:36:22 PM

they released another new track off the album which is out today. enjoy.

http://soundcloud.com/kooleyhigh/freak-it-feat-the-kid-daytona

12/6/2011 2:45:56 PM

GOT MY TIX YO!

12/6/2011 3:23:53 PM

i just now watched that video from The Beast

fun video, spotted Tim Smith

don't care for the song though

now THIS is some good shit:

http://music.thebeastmusic.com/track/keep-your-worries-the-b-side

[Edited on December 6, 2011 at 4:14 PM. Reason : s]

12/6/2011 4:07:03 PM

i put the title track up so folks can check that out too

http://godfatherofsol.tumblr.com/post/13859836145/kooley-high-david-thompson-this-shit-right

12/7/2011 2:29:37 AM

Riddick & Reynolds just put up a new podcast interviewing the group

http://www.riddickandreynolds.com/2011/12/rr-podcast-kooley-high-interview/

12/7/2011 6:37:00 AM

why are those white guys trying to be black in the OP

12/7/2011 8:10:01 AM

anybody going to the pour house tonight?

12/10/2011 6:39:39 PM

Quote :

"The Beast is the best rap group in the area."

bwahahahahahaha, those dudes are AWFUL.

one of the worst acts i've ever seen in my life; it was 40 minutes of cringe-worthy lyrics and songs.

[Edited on December 10, 2011 at 6:50 PM. Reason : .]

12/10/2011 6:46:05 PM

Kooley high are always fun, too bad I gotta miss the show tonight.

Speaking of local rap groups I miss Little Brother.

12/10/2011 7:27:54 PM