Halftime Hip Hop Show

6 Hours! SIX HOURS!!! We could just end it off with that, and go on to the next one but that wouldn’t necessarily be a good look so here’s the real. We wanted to pull out all the stops for this week, before classes resume next week as well as do something real B.I.G. (Word to Christopher Wallace) for the folks still in town for Spring Break. So, an XXL edition of the HHHS was the answer. Kicking things off with The Leak of Trav Williams’ latest collabo project, Better Late Than Never, with production from Moonchild in its entirety, an extended edition of “Diamonds in the Rough” featuring Illlogic, Laws, GhostWridah, Al Great, Heather Victoria, and MUCH MUCH MORE!! Plus, we had the distinct honor of having Gainesville’s own T-NUTZ & DJ PANIC swing by to spit the knowledge of the scene back in the Ville as well as premiering the lead single from T-NUTZ debut solo album I.P.P. (It’s Past Personal) and a double play from Strange Music Group’s own Krizz Kaliko. AND, Screenwriter Alonzo Anderson stopped by to talk about his upcoming film StepSisters, and any fraternity/sorority steppers that are interested in being a part of the movie can do so by clicking here. Last and certainly not least, arguably the hardest working MC in 2009, Queens, New York’s own K. Sparks, came through the halls to reflect on his incredible work ethic last year that lead him to release numerous records and his plans for not slowing down anytime soon in the year 2K10 (A Day in the Life is out now and a remix contest is already going on for the project as well). That’s not even to mention the new music that came through the pipeline, the Starting Line Up Countdown, and the revealing of next week’s sixth installment of “The Graffiti Sessions.” Okay, that’s enough convincing, so go ahead and hit play. The WU will be back to regular programming Sunday Night at Midnight (Don’t forget to push your clocks forward) and we’ll be back at it next week at our regular time for FEMINENERGY: QUEENS FIRST!!!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

MAR 19TH – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 6: Feminenergy: Queens First featuring Molly B., lOracle Fire, Monay, Qurious, and Richelle L. Brown

MAR 19TH – RedKlay, Trav Williams, DJ Other Voices, Other Rooms @ New Earth Music Hall

MAR 26TH-MAR 28TH WUOG Parents Weekend 2010

After a two week vacation with a trip to Seizers’ Palace and witnessing the second coming of the nWo, we stepped back to our regular order of operations, but it was very far from regular this week. A slew of new music was featured from the likes of Reflection Eternal, Murs & 9th Wonder, Little Brother, B.o.B & J. Cole, and even the return from HHHS Alumnus Big K.R.I.T. And speaking of returns, Giovonni Pratt returned to the Institution to deliver a sneak peek into his next project The  Scarecrow Theory from his group the U.B.C. (Umbrella Black Corporation) set to drop digitally on March 12th.

Elsewhere this week, there was a fresh new installment of “Diamonds in the Rough” featuring BOOGNIGHTS, Kandid McFly, Basic Vocab, K. Sparks (who just released his official HiPNOTT Records debut “A Day in the Life”), and recent Graffiti Sessions performer,  P.O. “The Priceless One.” Also, residential “Word on the Street” correspondent, James Brierton, brought in the weekly news update from……Have to listen in and see. The WU is officially on Spring Break Radio until March 14th, but count on the HHHS to be on THIS Friday night!! But in the meantime, enjoy the rest of the weekend, to those that are traveling, be safe to and from your destination and a relaxing Spring Break!!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

MAR. 6TH-MAR. 14TH – SPRING BREAK RADIO 2010

MAR. 19TH – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 6: Feminenergy, Queens First

MAR. 23RD – THE SWANK @ New Earth Music Hall

MAR. 26TH-MAR. 28TH – WUOG Parents Weekend 2010

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: To clear up any confusion or rumors, WUOG 90.5FM is not going anywhere; however, there are proposed budget cuts that could very well possibly cease operations of our sister station WUGA 97.9FM as well as other esteemed institutions and organizations. Both WUOG and WUGA have always served the purpose of providing the Classic City an alternative to mainstream radio, and we would be saddened if these budget cuts do come into fruition. With that said, WUOG will do what we can to help support the cause in the coming days, but in the meantime, you can visit their Facebook page, donate money, or write your own legislature to voice your opinion.

After an almost a 3 year absence, “AwNaw” them country boyz of Nappy Roots made a triumphant return to the WU. Skinny Deville & Fishscales sit down to talk about what all have the group have been up to since late 2007 when they first graced our airwaves on the HHHS, including their major involvement in the community most recently performing a benefit concert along with Colt Ford and The Rattlers at the 40 Watt with all proceeds going toward the Boys and Girls Club of Athens. On the music side, they speak on gearing up for the follow-up album to 2008’s critically-acclaimed album “The Humdinger,” entitled “The Pursuit of Nappyness” (set for this Summer) and premiering a promo single from the project. And prior to “The Pursuit,” they are set to release their next mixtape with DJ Greg Street entitled “Nappy University,” set to be release on April 20th.

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After spending last weekend in Seizers’ Palace (shout-outs to all the Seizers that participated to raise over $500 YOU ROCK!!), a new “Nu World Order” (if that makes sense) came together this week to bring you the fifth installment of our “Graffiti Sessions” live music series and the 1st Session of the new year (and decade). This time around, P.O. “The Priceless One” came through the halls of the institution spitting rhymes all about that M.O.N.E.Y., recent “Seizer” and Chi-Town native, Mic Audio, came through to give the masses a dose out of that flava coming straight from that SouthSide, and we got an Loud Fast Rules-esque example of what could happen with “The Result of Lust.” Also, we had the distinct pleasure of having a special bonus live performance from the “Swagga Black Country Queen” Richelle L. Brown, and the honor of interviewing the legendary Freedom Williams (of C+C and the Music Factory).  Lastly, CNN’s iReport features a timelapse of all the festivities from beginning to end in under a minute with more photos and video footage (via Joshua Williams Photography and Dark Knight Entertainment respectively) will be made available soon (Become a Fan of the HHHS on Facebook & MySpace). But in the meantime, just hit play (and apologies to the online listeners that missed the last parts of the show due to the server being down) and enjoy the rest of the weekend.  We’ll be back on it with an overhaul of premieres and more to kick off Spring Break 2010 the proper way!!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

MAR. 2ND – Poetic Soul/P.O.S.I.T.I.V.E. Hip Hop @ New Earth Music Hall 8PM-2AM

MAR. 4TH – Nappy Roots Live Interview @ 4PM

MAR. 6TH – MAR. 14TH – Spring Break Radio 2010

MAR. 19TH – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 6: Feminenergy, Ladies First

MAR. 26TH-28TH – WUOG Presents: Parents Weekend 2010

And we’re not talking about poker chips and slot machines. Every semester the WU breaks away from our regularly scheduled and diverse programming to give the community the opportunity to come through to play whatever they llliiiiiikkkkeee all for a good cause and this semester was no different. Seize the Airwaves 2010 is the name of the game and this time around all proceeds went to the Interfaith Hospitality Network (http://www.familypromise.org). The HHHS had the distinct pleasure of having three different elements coming through to seize our airwaves kicking things off with Deranta Avaloy & Mic Audio of Dark Knight Entertainment for hour #1, followed by a “Late Night Thrill Ride” by the Wisconsin-grown duo of Bill & Phil, and rounding out the trifecta, an aural hodgepodge cooked, simmered, and served to you by Mr. Michael Leneski. On the behalf of everyone here at the WU, we definitely like to thank all the Seizers for participating in our bi-annual event and making it a success. We’re always eternally grateful for you and allowing us to keep doing what we doing for you. And special thanks to Deranta, Mic Audio, Sam, and Michael, for bringing on your versatile tastes to give the masses something fresh, which we always aim to do every week!!! Instead of the usual one long stream, it was decided to separate the show into three segments, giving each Seizer the proper exposure. We’ll be back to the normal WUOG-goodness next week, but the second coming of the “Nu World Order” will be invading the HHHS next Friday featuring P.O. The Priceless One, Mic Audio, The Result of Lust, Hawkeye Pierce, a special interview from Freedom Williams, and a special guest appearance from the “Swagga Black Country Queen” Richelle L. Brown.

DERANTA AVALOY AND MIC AUDIO

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BILL & PHIL’s LATE NIGHT THRILL RIDE

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MICHAEL LENESKI

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

Feb. 26th – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 5: Nu World Order Pt. 2 featuring P.O. the Priceless One, Hawkeye Pierce, Mic Audio, The Result of Lust, Freedom Williams, and Richelle L. Brown

After talking about how much Washington D.C. a.k.a. Chocolate City was getting a major dose of White Chocolate (snow), the Classic City was treated to a small dosage of the powdery goodness late in the afternoon into the night. Though UGA and basically the city was shut down, we here at WUOG and the HHHS kept things running all the way through including giving the listeners extended live on location coverage of the wintry weather and as promised a spectrum of love to anti-love for a little something entitled “A Teenage Love Affair.” In addition to the jams that got you in a (Anti)V-Day mood, this week’s show featured a new installment of Diamonds in the Rough and the “Swagga Black Country Queen” Richelle L. Brown looking for the #1 spot for the 2nd week in a row. So lay back, cuddle up with a warm blanket and some comfort food with a special someone or by yourself and enjoy. Lastly, from everyone here at the WU, we want to wish everyone a safe V-Day Weekend (even if you don’t celebrate or have anyone, love yourself more than anything else) One Love, One Heart!!

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BONUS: Here’s a special V-Day edition of the Community DJ Shift continuing with the “Teenage Love Affair” theme then going into a straight clubtastic party vibe and ending things off with a tribute track for all the listeners and supporters of the WU and the HHHS. Love you all!!

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Upcoming Events:

Feb. 13th – WUOG Valentine’s Day Dance featuring La Chansons, Reptar, and DJ Immuzikation (BRAZILIAN CARNIVALE THEME) – GO BAR 9PM-2AM (18 to Get Your Party On and 21 to Get Your Sippin On)

Feb. 13th – R&B Night for the Ladies featuring Dii Jai, RedKlay, Me.Lee, D. Hudson, dead fresh ent., and more – CALEDONIA LOUNGE (Ladies Free til Midnight)

Feb. 19th-Feb. 21st – Seize the Airwaves

Feb. 26th – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 5: Nu World Order Pt. 2

While the northeastern part of the world, particularly Washington D.C. (a.k.a. Chocolate City), was treated to a winter wonderland, the South has had the distinct (un)pleasure of more rainy weather for the umpteenth time this season. I know one thing though, the word “drought” better not come out of anyone’s mouth when it is all said and done, but I digress. Hahaha. This week featured a new installment of Diamonds in the Rough, a fresh Starting Line Up Countdown with a guaranteed new #1, a sneak peak of some “Carnival” themed tracks in anticipation for next week’s WUOG V-Day Dance at GO Bar. Speaking of V-Day, next week, it will be a Teenage Love Affair of sorts as well go across the spectrum of love, anti-love, and everything in between on a special V-Day edition of the HHHS. What all will go down? Have to tune in next week and see, but in the meantime, enjoy the music, and we shall see you right back here next Friday!! One Love!!!

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

Feb. 13th – WUOG Valentine’s Day Dance featuring La Chansons, DJ Immuzikation, and DJ Twin Powers – GO BAR 9PM-2AM (18 to Get Your Party On and 21 to Get Your Grown Sippin On)

Feb. 13th – R&B Night for the Ladies featuring Dii Jai, RedKlay, Me.Lee, D. Hudson, dead fresh ent., and more – CALEDONIA LOUNGE (Ladies Free til Midnight)

Feb. 19th-Feb. 21st – Seize the Airwaves

Feb. 26th – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 5: Nu World Order Pt. 2

2010 marks a couple milestones (5 YEARS at the WU and 4 YEARS hosting the HHHS), so the empire state of mind is to make this the best year ever for the HHHS and the WU. How is that gonna happen? So glad that you asked!! As mentioned on last Friday’s show (which you can check out as well – plug of shamelessness I know) below is the official list of all the upcoming events that are in place for this Spring Semester on the HHHS with a brief description of each so here we go:

FEBRUARY 26TH, 2010 – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 5: Nu World Order Pt. 2 - The first G.S. of the new year and, like the inaugural N.W.O., Pt. 2 will feature artists that have NEVER performed in Athens and/or on our WUOG Airwaves

MARCH 19TH, 2010 – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 6: Feminenergy, Ladies First – In honor of Women’s History Month, this installment will feature a 100% all female line-up from all of walks of the musical spectrum to deliver an aural tribute to the WOMAN!!

APRIL 9TH, 2010 – T.R.I.N.I.T.E.E. Vol. 5: The Red Light Special – The HHHS’s original live trifecta of poetry, spoken word, and lyrical testimony, T.R.I.N.I.T.E.E. (The wRitings of Inner Non-Institutionalized Thoughts and Evolving Emotions) returns for a fifth time and as the subtitle suggests, it will be as smooth and delectable as red velvet with some sensuous R&B/soul on the side.

APRIL 16TH, 2010 – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 7: iDJ – Calling all DJs!! Calling all DJs!! This G.S. is especially for you. We all know that the DJ is and forever will be a focal part of the urban music culture, but there have been some comments made saying that the art of the DJ is dead. Well, like one of my influences DJ Greg Street, I very much disagree with that statement, and to make an empathetical point that the DJ is alive and well, I’m envisioning at least 5 DJs (regardless if you use vinyl, CDs, samplers, MP3s, 8-tracks, or all of the above) all in a circle in our lobby for a non-stop live DJ cypher on the WU’s airwaves.

APRIL 30TH, 2010 – The Collision Course II – The last Graffiti Session of Spring Semester (say awwwww…), but like the original Collision Course back in December, the goal is to have a diversity of musical elements (hip hop, jazz, reggae, metal, punk, etc.) all coming together in one spot, to paint an aural work of art that only the WU and the HHHS can bring to the masses.

And there you have it. So, now that you know what the HHHS got going this time around well in advance, you can mark your calendars earrrlllyyyy…, but it should be mentioned there are a few dates where the HHHS may/may not be on the air due to the events that WUOG may have going on or holiday breaks, which is all well and good, but as a common courtesy to you all that if you don’t hear the HHHS on Friday night, you won’t be like What the fuunnnnnnkkkkk?! Hahah:

FEBRUARY 19TH-21ST – SEIZE THE AIRWAVES – All weekend long, people in the community and on-campus have the opportunity to donate $10 for a great cause (Interfaith Hospitality Network of Athens, GA) and to DJ on our airwaves and play WHATEVER you like (or tell jokes, read poetry, whatever tickles your fancy). Interested or need more info? Head over to wuog.org/public-affairs/seize-the-airwaves

MARCH 6TH-MARCH-14TH – Spring Break Radio 2010 – WUOG’s Regular Programming will be out the window and DJs can come through and play whatever they want (within philosophy) for however long they want.

MARCH 26TH-28TH – Parents Weekend 2010 – This weekend is dedicated to the lovely people that brought us into this world (and claim they can take us out too at times haha), our parents will be accompanying the DJs, so it could be possible that you will hear the debut of Mamma BlacqueStarr…have to find out and see…

The title may not make sense now, but just hit the play button, and like your boy from Chi-Town, it will all make sense, trust that. This week’s show featured new music from Basic Vocab, Collective Efforts, and Mos Def, a new installment of Diamonds in the Rough featuring a couple of tracks from “It’s a 6th Sense Mixtape YO! Vol. 2 & 3,” and TwentyOne and Loren Moore vying for Hall of Fame glory on “The Starting Line Up Countdown.” All this and more (with the cheese on it of course), on the last HHHS of January 2010. Enjoy it!!

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Upcoming Events:

2/1 – WUOG Open Meeting (Tate Reception Hall @ 7PM)

2/13 – WUOG Valentine’s Day Dance featuring La Chansons, DJ Immuzikation, and DJ Twin Powers (GO BAR @ 10PM)

2/19-2/21 – Seize the Airwaves 2010 $10 Donation to DJ for an Hour for a Good Cause (More Info on our Home Page)

2/26 – The Graffiti Sessions Vol. 5: Nu World Order Pt. 2

For the first time in recent memory, the WU, (WUOG 90.5FM) had split programming with two broadcasts going on simultaneously. With our radio airwaves broadcasting the “Hope for Haiti” telethon featuring a who’s who in television, movies, politics, and music, from 8PM-10PM, the online listeners were able to hear this week’s show in its entirety with the radio listeners catching up an hour later. But do not fret, loyal radio listeners, you are able to catch the ENTIRE show right here as promised. This week featured another new installment of “Diamonds in the Rough,” as well as HHHS premieres from the likes of Jay Electronica, The WU, Distant Relatives (Damian Marley & Nasir Jones), Statik Selektah, 9th Wonder w/ Mr. Banner, and MORE!! I can sense the salivation, so by all means hit play and enjoy and we shall be back at it BOTH on the airwaves and online at our regular time next week!! Have a beautiful weekend!! One Love!!

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Upcoming Events:

1/23 – ATHFactor Presents: Southern Gumbo featuring RedKlay, Music Hates You, Attraktion, SHOWTIME!!, and MORE Hosted by Mon2 @ New Earth Music Hall

1/23 – B.A.C. Presents Unity Ball 2010 featuring a Clothing and Non-Perishable Food Drive @ Grand Hall (5th Floor Tate II) 7p-11p

2/1 – WUOG Open Meeting @ Tate Reception Hall 7PM

2/13 – WUOG Valentine’s Day Dance 2010 @ GO Bar