Jit Camp – Page 11 – Where A Jit Can Be A Jit

March 27, 2022April 24, 2022

Onlyonetwo- Black Alchemist

After mastering all four elements, Onlyonetwo has become the “Black Alchemist”.

The project kicks off with “Golden Chopsticks”, which has Onlyonetwo harnessing his Lion Style secret technique. That flute sample over the hard hitting 808s sets the tone. This track has some many quotables for me. From the NFT line to the “I’m from the south” line, bro came with straight bars.

The instrumentation on “Moody Daemon” is on some Men At Work shit. The homie Mike Weezy really did his thing on production. This joint has one of my favorite hooks on the whole project. We might need a video for this one next.

After having the songs off the “Element EPs” in rotation over the last few months, all the previous releases songs just hit harder in context with the album. I could see “Poison” in a montage for like a Netflix romance show. This joint also shows Two’s versatility.

The Cloud Rap vibes on “Snake Skin” make it my second favorite track on the project. The etherial production pairs well with Two’s slowed up flow. We def need some visuals for this joint.

The message on “Storm” is a vibe for sure. Since we from the south, a storm ain’t shit to us. Things might be rough at the moment but we gonna make it through the storm. This joint needs to be in Madden or some sports game. I could also see a boxer or fighter walking out to this one.

“Live Free” is one of those feel good tracks. This is one of my favorite videos Two has dropped and it added a lot to the track. One of my favorite hooks on the album.

We need Rod Wave on the “Count Ya Blessings” remix, do that shit for the city mane. This is one of the hardest tracks Two has dropped to date. Mike Weezy snapped on layers of this beat. That bell doe!

“Broken Feelings” is on some melancholic vibes. It was a nice change up from the other tracks and I dig the vocals Two went with on the hook.

I can’t wait to hear “Blinded Soul” at a live show. This track has a great energy and vibe. Two’s flow is top notch, especially when he hits that Isa Rae line. Air EP really snaps!

This track right here man gets me with all the feels. This track is so St.Pete man. Not sure yet but this might be my favorite track Two has dropped to date, hands down my favorite joint on the album. Brett Philips from the Rays needs to have this as his walk up music.

“Hollow Love” is that bop. I really love the approach Two went with on the hook reminds me of some early 2000s vibes. That ex lax line had me rollin.

“Streets Of Rage” is gonna be a movie when Two performs this joint live. The anthem vibe allows for repeat listens. Certified head knocker.

“Dirty Laundry” is on some beach party vibes. Two is able to make mainstream sounding tracks that are accessible for everyone without coming off as corny or forced. I could hear this joint in a movie as well.

Ever since Two’s cousin Jha Asjawn kept playing this at work, that hooks been stuck in my head. The visuals brought the track to the next level.

“Complicated” is gonna go off at a live show. The hook gets stuck in your head. Two’s double time flow at points in the track sets it apart from the rest.

“Black Swan” was a great way to end out the project. One of my favorite Two tracks to date. This joint just uplifts you if your feeling down. Mike Weezy put his foot into this beat mane. Amazing song.

The album roll out for this project is unmatched. Despite hearing many of these tracks on previous “Element EPs” they all make more sense within the context of the album. “222” was my album of the year in 2020 and Onlyonetwo totally surpassed that project with “Black Alchemist”. The cohesive production from Mike Weezy is some of the best production I have heard all year. Definitely will go down as a 727 Classic one day especially with “Southside Baby” on the track list.

March 27, 2022

So Jazzy, Yet So Trashy

The homie Jazzy Trashy has been dropping those hits the Florida Underground scene has been missing for awhile.

His track “Lean With It”, is one of those late night rider tracks, you just throw on when your cruising the streets of the 727. The production is pretty solid, and Jazzy is talking that talk like always.

A unanimous favorite amongst my studio mates and I was his joint “Drip Like Water”. This one is a straight banger. The beat is hard hitting, and that hook will be stuck in your head for days. I could see this one going viral for sure with the right video and roll out.

“Back In The Day” is on some more somber vibes but the mellowed production, as well as Jazzy’s slowed flow makes it all work. Jazzy let’s everyone know that this really ain’t the end, and we are gonna make it out ok.

Jazzy Trashy is really on to something. If he can promo the tracks right as well as incorporate some visuals to go along with the songs I definitely think he has what it takes to be one of the top artists in the underground.

March 27, 2022

Deleteeglitch- Whispers From The Wayside

Deleteeglitch delivers his most complete project to date on “Whispers From The Wayside”.

Many people have said this project has more of a DOOM vibe to it but Im feeling a more Roc Marciano mixed with “Fantastic Damage” era EL-P style to the production provided by Lonesword. Glitch’s music makes me feel like I am stuck in a Bunny Ear TV, and with each new song a channel is being changed.

The first track released to hype up the project is also the first joint on the album “BERNIE MADOFF WAX”. This track sounds like we are opening the creeky door that is the entrance into Deleteeglitch’s mind. Glitch has the best ad libs. Sometimes he just be yelling but my favorite is when he’s like “Uh huh”. The women laughing on the beat just adds to the vibe.

My favorite joint on the project has got to be “THEHEADBONECONNECTEDTOTHENECK”. The laser gun sounds on the beat are so dope. The teaser video Glitch dropped for this joint is all that plays in my mind, with the octopuses snatching wigs. S!lence did his thing on the track, bringing an outside element to Glitch’s world.

“CRYOGENIC IRONY” is one of those beats that doesn’t really have drums but is still knocking. That calculus line was definitely a standout on the project. The beat sounds like it was made in an abandoned factory, that Glitch is chilling in.

“THAT FEELY FEELING THAT FEELS FEELY” reminds me of “Danger!” off “Primordial Soup”. The laser sounds make a comeback again on the production, but there is also so many wonky sounds in the background creating a collage of sounds. When Roman hops on the track it adds a 90s NY vibe to the track. Glitch is always able to pull dope features I have never heard of.

“BIG OLE BURT” has a jazzy vibe to it. I could see Glitch performing this joint in an old dusty New Orleans bar next to the bayou. Anytime Glitch drops a wresting reference you know I’m peepin it. Lungs verse speeds up the track a bit, his flow has that on beat off beat vibe to it. That TV Land line dropped by Lungs really brought me back. One of my favorite joints on the album

“GOOD NEIGHBOR” featuring Skully Cipriani & Nine Livz is just a fun track. This one has big 90s NY vibes to it. I could easily see Glitch and the homies spitting in the subways. That Ginyu Force line was cold by Skully. Nine Livz brought some gritty energy to the track.

I love the beat chop on “CAPTAIN NEMOS PEGLEG”. It’s crazy how Glitch can go over beats that some people wouldn’t even attempt to touch. Big Flowers did his thing on the track, taking a stab at the abstract production.

“GOINGOVERTHESKWAYBLINDFOLDEDAT140FUCKITWHYNOT” is that jam. The wonky horns really make it sound like we driving over the Skyway. That crashing sound ad lib, Glitch does at the beginning of the track is a new favorite. That dope sample at the end was a nice way to end the track.

The homie Breezy Montclair pulls up to end the album on “LOUIEWASPLAYINGSKYRIMINTHECUT”. I really dig the warped sound on the production which is mirrored by the emcees. Really enjoyed Glitch’s flow on this one.

I am a huge fan of Deleteeglitch’s own production, but the work of Lonesword allowed Glitch to just focus on the rhymes, as well as have a more cohesive sound throughout the project despite the different style choices take on each track. Amazing project from the homie as always, but this is my favorite Deleteeglitch project to date.

March 27, 2022

Just People With Ideas

As a part of the Bloom On Franklin Art Walk, Robert Gallardo presented his first exhibit at Merge Culture “Just People With Ideas”, showcasing a few past works as well has some new pieces the cyber monk crafted specifically for the show.

Off rips Gallardo’s vision sucks you into the space as you are greeted by a mound of cords connected to one monitor flipping through some of the highlights of the artists digital work. As each piece flipped from slide to slide, I would shout, “Oh that’s from the All Falls Down Collection”, or “That’s From “Logo Flips!”.

Once the slide of the “No PFP Project” hit it was game over. That one had everyone shook. I had to sit through the whole slide a couple of times just to make sure I got a glimpse of all 18 of my “ No PFPs” in person. I had a few people even come up to me afterwards saying they had a greater understanding of the project after seeing them at the show.

After you have reflected on some of Gallardo’s previous digital work, three new pieces made just for the show are on display. I like that he had some physical works at the show, just to be like y’all know me for the digital work but I drop gems on the physical work as well. It gave the viewer a different perspective to see the actual item that influenced the art right in front of us. The “Smile Your On Camera” also has that cheeky humor Gallardo is notorious for.

A reoccurring theme in Gallardo’s work has been the cursor. His take on a more primitive cursor can also be seen in the piece “Before Computer, After Computer”. The cursor is the main tool he uses to create his work so this comes off as sort of an ode to that. Definitely my favorite piece of the new works.

This one really brought me back to playing rated M games as a jit. I would be like 5 playing the old school “South Park” games on N64 but they always had an M rating which was rare for Nintendo games. Basically mirroring the R rating in movies, you always get that taboo feeling of playing or watching something you shouldn’t be at a young age.

Possibly my favorite physical piece Gallardo has made to date, it was a life changing experience to view the “Visual Language” collection in all its glory. All the work that he made in his St.Pete Studio a few years back is next level. Just being next to the collection gave off an aura. If I had the bread to pick up the entire collection, I would for sure be flexing this shit in my crib. But if I had to break it up just to have one I would go with the “CBS” logo, it just spoke to me.

Huge shout out to Merge Culture and Bloom On Franklin for putting on such a dope event. Being a monk it’s very rare that I get a chance to see my favorite artist do a art show, so this experience was special.

March 24, 2022March 24, 2022

Back 2 School

Class is in session! Second 2 None Academy is now in enrolling for the spring semester. Here is my school survival on the best looking fits from P.E., til that last school bell rings.

You can go wrong with any Second 2 None tee but I really dig the cream and almost green tea color way on this “Facecard” tee. Featuring the principal Kangie, you are bound to get a A+ if she peeps you rocking this joint. The font is really hitting on these.

The P.E. tanks are the go to for Recess. Lite weight yet durable enough for kickball or four square, depending on what you play.

The “Class of 22” hoodie and sweat pants are a fire combo. That sand color way allows the green hits on the front and back of the hoodie to pop, as well as that “22” on the sides of the sweats.

That muddy green color way of the same pairing gives me dollar sign vibes. It’s dope that the academy gives you the different color options, almost acting as school colors, giving the students a choice.

These muddy green shorts are hitting though. You can rock these at lunch or even during P.E. The back pocket holds your phone and whatever snacks you need to hold you over til lunch. That tag on the bottom his hitting though.

This might be the most essential item! To get top marks you gotta have your “Ideabook” on deck. The academy won’t accept pens or mechanical pencils, so you better come with your Number 2 Pencil.

The “Detention Ski Mask” comes in 2 different color ways black and olive green. The quote “Those who are counterfeiting will be decapitated” puts everyone on notice. If I had to pick I would go with the olive green, it hits different.

You already know any grey Second 2 None piece is essential. This would be fire with my Choppa Gang x Second 2 None tee, as well as the countless other grey pieces in my wardrobe.

Second 2 None 2 tha socks. I mess with both pairs of these but you already know I gotta go with the grey. The font and logo on the black ones is pretty tuff though.

Pick up 2 or all of these pieces to ensure you have a successful semester at Second 2 None Academy. The accompanying ad and look book shot by the homie Garcia Quintero set the tone. Hopefully students can sign up for online classes soon, to help their ideas flourish.

March 2, 2022March 2, 2022

813 Essential Reviews: Gat$ & Jxpvtty- 2 Close 2 Robb

With the third chapter of the “2 Robb” series from Gat$ & Jxpvtty dropping at the end of the month it was only right to add the second and my favorite so far installment of the series to the 813 Essentials canon. Gat$ & Jxpvtty do it for Tampa Bay and FLA on “2 Close 2 Robb”.

The project starts off with the trunk rattling “Claustrophobic”. I love the aggression in Gat$ flow, you feel all his energy. The homie Jxpvtty came through with a straight banger as far as production goes. This joint just make you want to do some reckless shit. Great southern music mane.

“Chatter” has crept its way into my Top 5 Gat$ songs. The laundromat visuals that accompany the track bring it up another level. The hard hitting 808s over that dream like production is a dope change up from what Gat$ usually spits over.

“Antisocial” is some laid back Trill shit. The slowed down nature of the sample sets the tone for the vibe Gat$ is going for. The vocal sample that comes through around the mid point of the track adds to the slugged out esthetic. Who knows if it’s the drugs that got Gat$ antisocial or if that’s just the mode he is on.

My favorite joint of the project is the final track “Throne”. That horn sample adds a pimp like aura to the track. Gat$ is on his flex shit on this one talking money, hoes, and cars. That simple piano key that hits on the beat is chilling. The way the track slows up at the end was the perfect touch to go all the way with the Trill esthetic.

“2 Close 2 Robb” is proof that when you combine a premier Emcee with one of the most eclectic producers you are bound to have greatness. I wish every track on this project had a video for it or was a small short film on its own that’s how fire it is. The addition of more southern and Trill sounds raised this one to the roof for me. Check out the first 2 installments of the series before “2 Much 2 Robb” releases on 3/18/22.

March 1, 2022March 1, 2022

Ripped Black Jeans In The All Black Jeep

Goth Sport Online is back once again with another ghoulish drop titled “Slitt”.

The brand new design comes on this dope black tee or black hoodie. I really mess with the font used for this latest piece, it’s got an old school metal vibe to it. The knife and blood are on savage mode.

This teased flipped Mickey design is my favorite from the brand so far. You already know it’s grey gang so if we can get a grey flip of this with a black design I’m definitely picking it up. Would be dope to see it as a black tee as well.

I am really digging all the latest work Goth Sport Online has been dropping as of late. I would really like to see what they would do with a visual ad campaign.

February 24, 2022March 1, 2022

Hello My Name Is HEEL

To kick off their inaugural collection, Heel Da WRLD is dropping 40 tees with 4 different designs on 3/1.

Out of all the new designs dropping my favorite has got to be the Orange piece. Once I saw the homie Proper Jones rocking it, I knew it was up. The dog with the leash is a pretty dope design as well, reminiscent of some “Tom & Jerry” shit. The “3 Ks” tee is essential to the brand as this point so I have a feeling we will definitely see tons of those in the streets. The globe tee is pretty fire as well, with the fire and the smoke bellowing from it.

The community around the brand has definitely been at the forefront lately so I expect this collection to sell out pretty fast. “Heel or Be Heeled”.

February 24, 2022

The Collection You Knew You Always Wanted

Just when you needed them the most Pollex World is here for you. Presenting the Bandana, Work Button Up, and Hand Bag you always need in your life.

All may want what Pollex World has to offer but only a few will be able to claim these rarities.

The collage pieces have become apart of everyday life under the watchful eye of Pollex World. Hand printed and sewen, each piece was made with you in mind.

The Bandana is the first part of the awakening. Be smothered in the warm embrace of Pollex World. Remember Pollex World is always watching, no need to worry.

Thank you Pollex World for blessing us with such an enlightening collection. Some how it almost seems meant to be. This is the collection we where ment to have.

February 24, 2022February 24, 2022

Bandit Ball

With the relaunch of the USFL, the once defunct Spring League has new legs, reviving the Tampa Bay Bandits along with 7 other teams from the past. Bandit Ball is back!

When the Vipers died a few years back and with a slim chance of them coming back when the XFL does relaunch, my dream of Spring Football returning to Tampa Bay was not looking good. When the now Fox owned USFL announced the Bandits would be apart of the relaunch, they had my money instantly. I always go back and watch old school Bandits footage, wishing I was back in a time when the Bandits had more attendance than the Buccaneers.

The Bandits ended up getting the 2nd pick in the inaugural USFL Drafted selection QB Jordan Ta’Amu. The former XFL standout was once someone I booed each week as he suited up for the St.Louis Battlehawks, the Vipers most hated rival in the XFL. I jumped out of my seat when I heard the Bandits picked up Ta’Amu. Being paired with Head Coach Todd Haley, the offense will definitely be rocking when the Bandits have the ball. The Bandits also picked up former Buccaneer John Franklin III at WR, but he could also get some shine at QB. Vipers fans will remember Emmanuel Beal making plays on defense, now he will be repping another Tampa Bay squad.

The Bandits by far had the best jerseys with the relaunch. I dig the modern take on the old school uniforms we know and love. The only thing I would change is make the red a bit more burgundy color like back in the day but it’s a dope update. Can’t wait to get mine in the mail, so I can rep the team around the Burg.

I really hope the new Tampa Bay Bandits start to build an identity for themselves to make them stand out amongst the other teams. Back in the day each team had their own identity and once play starts I feel it will be Bandit Ball all over again. I do hope the league does honor the past as well. It will be dope to see former Bandit greats like John Reaves and Ron Simmons get shown love for the legacy they created back in the day.

Despite all 12 weeks of games being played in Birmingham, Alabama for the inaugural season, I will follow and support the team from a distance. I hope to get some fan meet ups started in the area so fans can come together and cheer on the Bandits. Hopefully with a successful season the community will welcome the team back with open arms and support them at their own home games at Raymond James, giving all of us younger fans a taste of what Bandit Ball felt like back in the day.