Author: 2Blunt

Summer is here and is just as hot as the talent out in the city. Boston has a bubbling music scene with artists of all arrays and with varying styles, our man Kamal aka 20, couldn’t resist but to create an event that showcases some of the heat out here. In Central Sq in Cambridge, MA a new platform for artists has been created and is quite frankly pretty dope. It’s called STARLIGHT located on Bishop Allen Drive, from the research that we have done the place was created as an initiative to give people a space to gather and celebrate life and the arts.

We were bummed that we missed this event, it really seemed like a vibe. Thankfully there were some talented photographers on the scene that took great shots. The photos presented in the blog were brought to you by the lovely Ms. Marika (@Marikarosegold)

The performance line up was pretty stacked, ya boy 20 really did his thing. The young event planner has a pretty good track record of past events and his reputation of providing good vibes seems to persist. This Kamal was first time putting together a concert, he definitely seem to have nailed it. 20 is also infamously known for throwing art showcases in the Boston area and said to be the first to throw a sneaker convention in the city, Sneakergreet.

Kamal is not an artist nor producer but has been spending time with influential artists like SOAP.WAV and had an understanding of the energy and pent up potential in the city. He told us it was all the good music and visuals local artists have been putting out that encouraged him to put together the showcase on Bishop Allen Drive. The free event had a great show out of performers and people attending, we really can’t wait until the next one.

20 went on to tell us that he was a bit nervous when putting the whole thing together, but once things started to get into motion people and artist from all over we’re trying to get involved. This event was necessary and hopefully a start to a good thing.

Stack Gold Ent put together a great show last Friday by bringing out up and coming New York sensation Mr. Swipey. The Brooklyn native came through New England literally spinning the whole night. We haven’t seen that much energy packed in one person in a while. Swipey didn’t come alone though, he brought along his crew including Mr. Exotic, Dilli, Jet Li, Mikey, Ca$hie, Swaggu and more.

This event was unfortunately not as packed as we would have hoped for such a good performer, but Mr. Swipey and his team still put on a great show for all that were there. Swarming with 2BLUNT tees, the audience spun along with Mr. Swipey and shouted out POW all night, which we later found out means ‘Peace Over War’.

We got the chance to chop it up with Swipey and he introduced his crew. The venue happened to be hosting a peculiar event that nigh, which made the logistics to the interview a bit chaotic. Consequently, the interview became kind of a mock based series of questions by all those who were backstage. It was a little hectic but we tried our best to cover it.

Per usual, we interviewed most of the opening acts to the show. Look out for those videos dropping throughout the week exclusively #2BLUNTLIVE.

Stay tuned, full interview with Mr. Swipey, an introduction to his crew, performances and more out soon. For now enjoy these photos by our man Porter!

22Gz and the BLIXKYS came through to Jewels Nightclub in Manchester, NH. Now we know this isn’t in Boston or even Massachusetts for that matter, but for now Jewels has served as the most consistent venue for intimate showcases and this last show, taken place on 6/5/21 demonstrated how lit the Jewels can get!

22Gz had the twirlinas twirling and everyone shouting out ‘THE BLIXKY THE BLIXKY THE BLIXKY’. Word won’t do it justice, wait till you see the footage of the Brooklyn Drill General in action!

The night was filled with great acts throughout the show. We got some great footage of their performances and will be putting them out throughout the week. Most of the acts were gracious enough to give us a short interview and showcase who they are off the stage. Seeing them fresh off a performance was pretty cool, the energy was real.

22Gz got to the venue early and got a chance to vibe with everyone backstage. As aggressive as the General is, ya mans is actually very genuine. He had positive vibes throughout the night, greeting fans graciously, taking pictures and all with a big smile and approachable demeanor.

We had the opportunity to sit down with 22 and ask him a few questions about his short yet impactful career, his plans for the future, where the term ‘Matta’ originated and some more cool facts about the Flatbush native. Stay tuned for that full interview and performance out on Friday!

For now enjoy some of these stills. They include 22Gz and the opening acts! Big shout out 2 Vas and Ben for a great show, we are looking forward 2 the next!

As things slowly start to open back up, venues are taking the right precautions and making the accommodations to a hear by the demand for shows. After the Sheff G show was shut down in Worcester, MA due to COVID violations, @PrinceflyTy and @VasJanzisi take their services to Manchester, NH where the motto is “Live free or die..” ??‍♂️. With that said, we shot out to JEWEL Music Venue for a show headlining Yxng K.A, Philadelphia’s Stack or Starve artist.

The crew at JEWEL’s crew were receptive and had a pretty cool and innovative seating arrangement for the show. With less COVID worries air, opening acts hit the stage and tore it up. Click the following link 2 see quick interviews with some of the opening acts -> https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDsPkBZiqJxm09Ksd52VISB_quyY9oIg7

We had the opportunity to sit down with K.A and do an interview, click the SHOWS tab to see the full interview out on Friday April 30, 2021. For now enjoy these pictures brought to you by @Porter.1no

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and it looks like Cupid’s arrow struck a bit early this year.

The island drums give Koopa Troopa Beach vibes and DYM’s smooth vocals leaves the audience wondering what else he has to offer. Dope track for the season for sure and can prob vibe out to this one up until the Summer ☀️ ☀️ ?

Check out his lyric video provided in the link below!

https://youtu.be/HS-iFK1cMW8

Photo cred: @moreworkcomingsoon ?

This post hurts 2 put up.. Von was a budding star on the brink of really making a stamp in the game. Today, 11/6/20, King Von was shot down and killed in Atlanta. This is the second major loss we’ve experienced this year with Hiphop young artist. It really is heartbreaking ?

In honor of King Von’s short but impactful life, here are some pictures taken back last December at Club Centro. Photos taken by the bro @tdvisualz ? ?