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HAPPY ILLMATIC DAY!! 30 Years Huh??

This transports me straight back to simpler times, when all I had to worry about was Tryna make money to buy more records, practice and jump up in a Boogie Bunch and Rampage dance!!!

I remember going to Solar Records in Brixton tube station the week ILLMATICdropped (there really was a record shop in the tube station. Big up Zed, wherever you are my man!!)

Young NaSir was the man we were all waiting for. Since hearing him in 91 on Main Source’s Live At The Barbecue and MC Serch’s Back To The Grill Again in 92, Some saw him as the second coming of the God EmCee Rakim Allah!!

Then we heard Halftime from the Zebrahead soundtrack and his debut was one of the most anticipated of that year.Even with heavy competition from Notorious Big, Big L, O.C., GangStarr, Jeru, OutKast, The Beatnuts, Craig Mack, Common Sense, Redman,Keith Murray, Pete Rock & CL Smooth and Method Man’s debut album to only name a few.Truly one of the best years for Hip Hop.

If I’m not mistaken, this was the 1st Hip Hop album that had multiple name brand producers DJ Premier, Large Professor, Q Tip, Pete Rock and L.E.S.

Highly anticipated and it didn’t disappoint. The shit was a masterpiece.

Last year, I had the absolute honour of DJing for NaS at the KOKO & Hennessey official after party for NaS and Wu Tang Clan’s NY State of Mind tour. What a way to kick off the 50 years of Hip Hop celebrations, with my trusty Pioneer Rev 7 controller holding me down. Magical night, bucket list moment!!

Happy Illmatic day!! Here’s to another 30 years of greatness.

#Blitztagram #NaS #Illmatic30
#Illmatic #QueensNYC #QGTM #QB #QueensBridge #TheBridge
#HipHop #IReallyLoveHipHop #TheAuthentic

🚨 New Music 🚨
My Sophomore EP UnAfraid To Fall
Drops THIS FRIDAY (24th Feb)

Featuring @RoyceDa59 @TalibKweli @DurrtyGoodz #HomeboySandman @JahDigga @IAmRicardoWilliams @OnlineLittles @BGR_MissRLee @DezertEagleMusic @BeniLaylo @Crook_Education @BritizenKane @DTailRaps @RaggzPro @AntiXSC

Produced by Myself, Mixed and Mastered by @TurkishDcypha
Available via @LowkeySource
@Bandcamp LINK. IN. BIO.

The single, On God feat Royce Da 5’9”, Durrty Goodz & Miss R Lee
OUT NOW!!

#ShorteeBlitz #Blitztagram #HipHop #RoyceDa59 #DurrtyGoodz #UnAfraidToFall #UnAfraidToFallEP#IReallyLoveHipHop

Our favourite dj is back this Sunday 🔥🔥🔥🔥

SOULIFE – BANK HOLIDAY SUNDAY SPECIAL
Sunday 24th May 2026 | Bridge Bar at The Bridge, Beckenham

Get ready for another unmissable Bank Holiday Sunday as Soulife returns to Bridge Bar at The Bridge for a late-night celebration full of soulful energy and serious vibes.

Expect a grown and sexy atmosphere, a packed dancefloor and a soundtrack of soulful house, R&B and club classics delivered by a heavyweight DJ line-up. This is one of those Bank Holiday sessions where the music flows and Monday can definitely wait.

Music by:
Shortee Blitz • D-Nyce • Craig Williams • DZL Beatz

On The Night:
Food available from MGM Chicken Cottage & Roti Empress
ID essential for club scan entry

Time: 7PM – 2AM
Venue: Bridge Bar, 2–4 High Street, Beckenham, BR3 1AZ

Tickets:
Earlybird Release – from £10 + booking fee
More available on the door (subject to capacity)

Expect great people, proper vibes and a Bank Holiday Sunday done right.

THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT!

ONE WEEK SINCE THE RELEASE OF “Know About Me”

LISTEN ON ALL DSP’S, WATCH VISUALS ON YOUTUBE!!!

CLICK THE LINK IN BIO😤😤😤
#hiphop #rap #uk #Summeronsmash #jlittles

#CelebrateTY2026
It’s been 6 years since we lost the LEGEND Ben “TY” Chijioke...

On Friday 29th May
6pm to midnight @popbrixton London, UK
join us, family, friends and fans to celebrate our brother!!!!

Expect an evening of uplifting music and energy from some of TYs musical friends and collaborators. Bring friends and fam to #CelebrateTY

Please RSVP via Eventbrite/justvibez
Under 18s welcome until 8pm

Please tag, comment and share this post with friends and fam

August 2026
For TY’s heavenly birthday we will be creating limited edition #CelebratrTY tee shirts for sale. All proceeds will go to TY’s mum and family.

Thank you to @eddie_otchere for the previously unreleased image.

See everyone on Friday 29th May!

New Music ‼️ JLITTLES FEATURING BLAKTWANG “KNOW ABOUT ME” out on Noel & Poland records.Now streaming on all platforms.
#Hiphop #UK #Notts #London

🎶 SOULIFE – BANK HOLIDAY SUNDAY SPECIAL 🎶

📍 Bridge Bar at The Bridge, Beckenham
📅 Sunday 24th May 2026
🕖 7PM – 2AM

Following the energy of our previous Bank Holiday session, Soulife returns to Bridge Bar for another night of quality music, great people and that signature late-night vibe.

Expect a grown and sexy atmosphere, a lively dancefloor and a soundtrack of soulful house, R&B and club classics delivered by a standout DJ line-up.

This is a Bank Holiday Sunday done properly — where the music takes over and Monday can wait.

🎧 Music by:
Shortee Blitz
D-Nyce
Craig Williams
DZL Beatz

🔥 On The Night:
• Food available from MGM Chicken Cottage & Roti Empress
• Intimate club setting with a proper party atmosphere
• Soulife vibes from start to finish

📍 Venue:
Bridge Bar at The Bridge
2–4 High Street
Beckenham
BR3 1AZ

🎟️ Tickets:
Early Bird from £10 + booking fee
Limited availability

👉 https://swiftentry.uk/product/soulife-on-sunday-bank-holiday-special-24th-may-early-bird/

ℹ️ Important Info:
• Valid photo ID required (club scan entry)
• E-tickets will be scanned on arrival
• Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled

If you know, you know… Soulife on a Bank Holiday Sunday never misses. 🔥

Remember our brother TY @tymusical today.
Always a character. Not forgotten by any stretch. 🎤

I’m also happy to share that a couple of clips from my archive featuring Roots Manuva and Ty will feature in The Music is Black exhibition at @vam_east - Thanks @stylecanteen for the connect and curator Jaqueline Springer, Emily Poole and team for their support and their willingness to include it in their landmark show. I hope to be back in London soon to see it.

1. After a show shenanigans at Choice FM. It was the day before the start of Euro 96. 😂 This was at the end of the show after a @nas came to the studio and freestyled with bunch of UK emcees. @sniper_g_double_e @justcallhimteddy @principalmarkprm @timblacksmith @funkydlhiphop #bigkwam

2. Ty, @shorteeblitz @justcallhimteddy performing at the ‘Shortee’s Theme’ at The Apricot Jam at Dingwalls

3. Poster for@the V&A East The Music is Black exhibition.

4. Excerpt of Ty and Kosher doing a freestyle at Flava of the Month circa 1996.

Remember our brother TY @tymusical today.
Always a character. Not forgotten by any stretch. 🎤

I’m also happy to share that a couple of clips from my archive featuring Roots Manuva and Ty will feature in The Music is Black exhibition at @vam_east - Thanks @stylecanteen for the connect and curator Jaqueline Springer, Emily Poole and team for their support and their willingness to include it in their landmark show. I hope to be back in London soon to see it.

1. After a show shenanigans at Choice FM. It was the day before the start of Euro 96. 😂 This was at the end of the show after a @nas came to the studio and freestyled with bunch of UK emcees. @sniper_g_double_e @justcallhimteddy @principalmarkprm @timblacksmith @funkydlhiphop #bigkwam

2. Ty, @shorteeblitz @justcallhimteddy performing at the ‘Shortee’s Theme’ at The Apricot Jam at Dingwalls

3. Poster for@the V&A East The Music is Black exhibition.

4. Excerpt of Ty and Kosher doing a freestyle at Flava of the Month circa 1996.

Remember our brother TY @tymusical today.
Always a character. Not forgotten by any stretch. 🎤

I’m also happy to share that a couple of clips from my archive featuring Roots Manuva and Ty will feature in The Music is Black exhibition at @vam_east - Thanks @stylecanteen for the connect and curator Jaqueline Springer, Emily Poole and team for their support and their willingness to include it in their landmark show. I hope to be back in London soon to see it.

1. After a show shenanigans at Choice FM. It was the day before the start of Euro 96. 😂 This was at the end of the show after a @nas came to the studio and freestyled with bunch of UK emcees. @sniper_g_double_e @justcallhimteddy @principalmarkprm @timblacksmith @funkydlhiphop #bigkwam

2. Ty, @shorteeblitz @justcallhimteddy performing at the ‘Shortee’s Theme’ at The Apricot Jam at Dingwalls

3. Poster for@the V&A East The Music is Black exhibition.

4. Excerpt of Ty and Kosher doing a freestyle at Flava of the Month circa 1996.

Remember our brother TY @tymusical today.
Always a character. Not forgotten by any stretch. 🎤

I’m also happy to share that a couple of clips from my archive featuring Roots Manuva and Ty will feature in The Music is Black exhibition at @vam_east - Thanks @stylecanteen for the connect and curator Jaqueline Springer, Emily Poole and team for their support and their willingness to include it in their landmark show. I hope to be back in London soon to see it.

1. After a show shenanigans at Choice FM. It was the day before the start of Euro 96. 😂 This was at the end of the show after a @nas came to the studio and freestyled with bunch of UK emcees. @sniper_g_double_e @justcallhimteddy @principalmarkprm @timblacksmith @funkydlhiphop #bigkwam

2. Ty, @shorteeblitz @justcallhimteddy performing at the ‘Shortee’s Theme’ at The Apricot Jam at Dingwalls

3. Poster for@the V&A East The Music is Black exhibition.

4. Excerpt of Ty and Kosher doing a freestyle at Flava of the Month circa 1996.

BRIGHTON. 30TH MAY WITH @shorteeblitz & @tayjordan

@alphabetbrighton

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BRIGHTON. 30TH MAY WITH @shorteeblitz & @tayjordan

@alphabetbrighton

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Have you got your tickets to Musicology on 31/05 yet? Log onto www.eventbrite.co.uk or click the link in my bio. Thank you in advance

DOPE VIBEZ is back to @popbrixton
Friday 1st May 2026
7pm to midnight
FREE ENTRY w RSVP link in bio @ justvibez

830PM OPEN MIC featuring @jlittlesmusic
All genres and styles welcome!
Sign up via eventbrite to secure an open mic place or limited last min sign up on the night.

DOPE LINE UPOFLONDON'S BESTDJS!
*HIP HOP, RNB, DANCEHALL, GARAGE, AND MORE!*
Tasty food will be on sale until 10pm!
Tell a friend to tell a friend!!! Link up and come thru!!

FREE RSVP via eventbrite/justvibez or link in bio
#Justvibez #dopevibez #outside