The 20 Best Action Bronson Verses Of 2012 (So Far)

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I had the pleasure of compiling my favorite rapper Action Bronson’s 20 best verses of the year so far for Complex affiliated site Pigeons & Planes. And I was psyched that Action himself supported the feature on Twitter and also hit me directly to thank my for my work. Check the intro below, and click the link to read/listen:

Flushing, Queens chef-turned-rapper Action Bronson is having a big year. Between releasing one of the most stellar rap projects of 2012 with producer Party Supplies, Blue Chips, and making numerous features on songs with everyone from Odd Future to RiFF RaFF, plus consistently tearing down stages across North America and overseas in Europe, he planted himself firmly on the rap map. Through his steady grind he landed his first record deal with Vice Records. It’s been a quick ascent, but it looks as though Action is already set to jump to the next plateau of hip-hop stardom, especially now that he’s got label-backing and is being managed by Paul Rosenberg, who also handles business for another prolific white rapper you may have heard of, Eminem.

To celebrate Bronson’s pending projects with The Alchemist (Rare Chandeliers), Harry Fraud (Saab Stories), and Party Supplies (Blue Chips 2), and look back at all the work he put in this year to get where he’s at now, we put together a list of The 20 Best Action Bronson Verses Of 2012 (So Far). They all pack a punch, and as expected, there’s a plethora of food, weed, and hooker references. Enjoy the Queens-to-table smorgasbord, and as always, our compliments to the chef.

The 20 Best Action Bronson Verses Of 2012 | Pigeons & Planes  

Check out my other P&P features HERE. Peace.

X Marks The Spot

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Sadat X is one of the most legendary rap artists to ever rep the 914. As a teenager, he was one of my favorites, along with his Brand Nubian bro Grand Puba. And two decades plus into his career, the Now Rule and BX legend is still nice as fuck. Want proof? Press play on the video above and watch him absolutely slay Mad Lion’s “Take It Easy” instrumental on Sway’s morning show. He goes in for like three minutes, and shows these little puny rappers out who think they’ve got skills what the true meaning of an MC is. All praises due to the great Sadat X.

 

Mountain Men

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Band of Horses’ new album Mirage Rock drops next Tuesday, and I was lucky enough to obtain an early copy of it. BOH is one of my favorite bands, so of course I was psyched to hear their new shit. I posted a video of them back in April playing a gorgeous new song titled “Long Vows,” and I’m happy to report that the studio recording on the album of it is fantastic. I’ve listened to it easily twenty plus times in the past 24 hours since I got the album.

I also like this cut “Slow Cruel Hands Of Time,” and there’s a killer video of them singing it in Jackson Hole up in the mountains. Pretty sweet. Check it out above. And below, hear the studio recording of “Long Vows,” which is my new shit (pardon them calling it “Long Vowels” it’s “Long Vows”).

BOH for life!

Ready Roc

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Roc Marciano’s new song “76” is my favorite rap release of the week. I first heard Roc back in the day on Busta Rhymes’ track “The Heist” with Raekwon and Ghostface, and then more recently started paying attention to him after hearing him with Action Bronson on the Blue Chips leadoff cut “Pouches Of Tuna.” This new song “76” was produced by Roc himself, and both the beat and the rhymes are worthy of praise. Dude has an ill style, and dope lyrics. And this beat is flat out fire. Hip-hop is still alive, my friends.

*BONUS*

This shit is crack.

An Oral History Of White Men Can’t Jump

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Rarely do I post something before actually checking it out, but I know this shit is gonna be a dope read. Grantland’s oral history of White Men Can’t Jump. Wow. One of my favorite movies all time, for sure. I actually was just talking with one of my young dudes at work about this movie. He’s 15, one of the coolest kids I know, plays ball and listens to rap music religiously, and had never seen this movie. I begged him to go home and watch it immediately. Anyway, here’s the link to the oral history. Enjoy.

An Oral History Of White Men Can’t Jump | Grantland

Fragrant World

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I first heard Yeasayer a few years ago during the closing credits of an episode of Entourage. It was their song “Sunrise,” and it made me an instant fan. Three years and two albums later, I had the opportunity to interview one of their band members Anand Wilder. We talked about their new album Fragrant World, which is excellent, and also played a game of word association, where I asked him about Jay-Z, molly, crab cakes, and more. Check both links below, and listen to “Fingers Never Bleed,” the first track off Fragrant World (and one of my faves from the album), which is out today.

A Game Of Word Association With Yeasayer | Pigeons & Planes

Yeasayer’s Anand Wilder Breaks Down Their Album Fragrant World | Complex

Sweet Talk

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I never heard of this chick Jessie Ware before yesterday, but her new song “Sweet Talk” is smooth as fuck. Upon doing some light research, I found out that she’s from the UK, and her album Devotion is coming out this month. She’s worth keeping an eye out for off the strength of this song. Shit is crack. Listen above.

There He Go

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I’ve heard a lot about ScHoolboy Q over the past year or so, but nothing of his ever really caught my attention. Until this. Check out his video for “There He Go.” Shit’s hard, from the beat to the flow to the visuals. I’m one step closer to becoming a fan…

Bronson Burgers

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Action Bronson continues to serve up my favorite rap music in the world. Seriously, this guy is the best, at least in my book. Here are three new tracks by Bronsolino that I have on repeat right now. The first is “Midget Cough,” which features an absolutely sick loop by Party Supplies. Below that is “Blackbird,” another great song with an ill beat and plenty of quotables. And finally, there’s “Elimination Chamber,” which is produced by The Alchemist and also features Odd Future rappers Domo Genesis and Earl Sweatshirt, as well as some dude Vincent Staples who does his thing too. It’s ridiculous. Enjoy these new Bronson bangers. All three are amazing in their own way.

Action Bronson “Midget Cough” (Produced by Party Supplies)

Action Bronson “Blackbird” (Produced by Thelonius Martin)

Domo Genesis f/ Earl Sweatshirt, Vincent Staples, and Action Bronson “Elimination Chamber” (Produced by The Alchemist)

Hat trick!

*BONUS*

This Action Bronson x Myspace video is very entertaining…

Check out his verified Rap Genius page too, where he breaks down all his lyrics in little videos. Mad gems. HERE.

*SUPER BONUS*

Yo, Action Bronson signed a record deal! Congrats! I had the privilege of breaking the news on Complex. Read about it HERE. Also, this podcast appearance by Bronsolino on Food Is The New Rock is fucking awesome. A must listen. DO IT.

Dope Boy

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Wanna know what’s hot in the streets of White Plains right now? Watch the video above by Dekalb and Frat Boyz representative Bizzy titled “Dope Boy.” This is straight G shit. My dude is not fucking around. If you feel this, check out his mixtape Sunday Morning HERE. Hollerrr.