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The Fingerbangerz X Jabbawockeez-"Missing You (Remix)" mp3 giveaway!

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DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR ASSES OUT TO VOTE TOMORROW. OUR FUTURE DEPENDS ON IT. HOLLER.

one day away

Tomorrow could be the best (or worst) day ever. Shake them titties when you vote bitch.

the styling is creative, Black Sheep of the Native

Dres (of Black Sheep) was an emcee to check for in the early '90s. Black Sheep's most famous track, "The Choice Is Yours" was a 6th grade favorite, and in a time where "choice" matters, it's back.

Dres apparently just reworked "The Choice Is Yours" to fit the recent political frenzy. Maybe it's a bit late, maybe it's too easy, and maybe dude could do more than just remake an old hit--but the song reminds me of simpler times, is timely itself, and very nostalgic. It's worth a listen if you were a fan and, at least it's not pro-McCain. Above is the new video for it, and below is the press release they sent me, followed by the exclusive track for download (...pick it up, pick it up, pick it up!):

Austin, TX - October 29, 2008 - Dres of the platinum-selling hip hop group Black Sheep has revitalized the 1991 hit "The Choice is Yours", rewriting lyrics and donating his time and services to create an innovative pro-Obama voter initiative video. Partnered with Austin based creative teams at Voodoo Cowboy Entertainment and Super!Alright! Media in an all-volunteer effort, Dres re-recorded and shot the updated version of "The Choice is Yours" in Austin, Texas in just under two days.

"When I was younger I was told that I could be president if I wanted to, but for the first time in my life I believe it. It's an honor to work with this talented artist collective and to do my part in support of the Obama campaign and towards becoming the America that truly has liberty and justice for all". -Dres

undercover cover

Clocking in at a minute-and-a-half, “Stay” by Maurice Williams and The Zodiacs is said to be the shortest song ever to be #1 on the American pop charts. It's super-popular and is a song everyone knows because it so catchy, and is also likely why its been covered so many times. Above is an early promo picture of Mr. Maurice before landing his huge hit.

Of all the cover versions by all the artists—Cindy Lauper, The Hollies, The Four Seasons, The Diamonds, Jackson Browne and others—I had never heard this northern soul version before. It's by a UK pop/soul group called The Virginia Wolves and is the most upbeat of all the versions.

***It's jumpy, full of thump, and has a clap-a-long break too. PLUS, the bassline is real nice. And there's horns. And it all fits neatly in under 2-minutes. Audio is low, so turn it way up!

sad bastard blues

Chris Jackson’s work was released on Soul City Records. Besides that, I can’t find anything on him (hit us up if you have any info!). "Little" Jimmy Scott on the other hand has had a long, illustrious, and fully documented career.

“Forever I’ll Stay With You” by Chris Jackson is so endearing. It doesn't knock, nor is it especially unique. But Jackson sounds so desperate and is totally unflinching about it. The fact that he isn’t particularly that great of a vocalist adds even more character. Some singers sound gruff, some sound smooth, some powerful, but Jackson sounds nerdy, and it works.


And if Jackson isn’t soft enough, "Little" Jimmy Scott says, “It’ll rain 40 days and nights” from his "eyes” if his girl leaves him, on his late ‘60s hit, “40 Days and 40 Nights”. It's upbeat for a sad song, and the lyrics are typical of the time, but I like the way Scott delivers on this one. Dude's heartbroken and doesn't care who knows. Get a grip man.


Check these out if you’re in the mood for great sad bastard soul tracks.***The great "Little" Jimmy Scott, pictured above.

...and to my rescue, it was an S1W: Chuck D, the '68 Olympics

Last week, your WTTM fam shot over to San Jose State University to catch Chuck D. He covered topics like the upcoming election, race, and commemorated the statement made by Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the winner's stand at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City. October 16th marked the fortieth anniversary of this controversial, but moving statement. The image of their protest has left an indelible mark in civil rights history. Read on it hurr.

In other Public Enemy/power fighting news, the Security of the First World has been officially recalled into duty. We found the following article timely. Holler at The Onion.