J O H N N Y P H L O

Schoolboy DUKE is one of my favorite artists in the scene. I had the opportunity to work with him on one of the tracks in my album and I really gotta give it to him. His talent is undeniable. It might be a little hard to classify him though. Is he a rapper? singer? He’s a creative artist overall. Personally, I think he and I have a similar style than anyone else in the scene. He just put up a new video, sort of like a quick introduction of himself. If you haven’t yet, you should definitely check him out. Support good music!

Source: http://a-tunes.net/2010/02/09/new-schoolboy-duke-interview/

My VA fam did it again.

With an announcement that his next album “Open Bar” to drop in February, Manifest dropped a new song “My Way” featuring Lyricks. As usual, both emcees kill it, each with his own style. And Sam Ock…. MURDERS the beat. I get so jealous when I hear beats like this because I wish it was mine, haha. But yes, you all need to check out this track. SUPPORT GOOD MUSIC AND BUY THE ALBUM WHEN IT COMES OUT! I’ll keep you posted.

Recently I had the opportunity to be interviewed by Amin-Maypang.com about my album release and more. They were nice enough to also come support me at my album release party. You can check out the audio interview here. Here is the article and some pictures from the release party. I will put up more pictures soon!

Recently, I had to the opportunity to attend the release party of Korean-American music artist, Johnny Phlo.

The turn out of the event was such a success! Everyone had to have had a good time and if they didn’t, they’re just plain out crazy!

Johnny Phlo, along with music artists Decipher and Ailee, were present at the event and stunned us with awesome performances, singing songs from Johnny’s new album, “Basic Strategy.” Johnny and Decipher also graced us with their own version of Wonder Girl’s “Nobody,” swooning the ladies in the audience with roses. Johnny and Ailee ended the show with their newly released single, “Rollercoaster,” which made everyone get up and dance.

One thing I do have to say about the event promoted by MuZo Entertainment and Allkpop is they really know how to take care of their people. I’m sure preparations for the event were frustrating and difficult, but they kept their cool and went about with what they had to do. Hence, the good turnout of the party.

AMIN thanks Muzo and Allkpop for giving us the opportunity to attend this event and we look forward to more of their events in the future.

To purchase Johnny Phlo’s Album “Basic Strategy” go to www.johnnyphlo.com

Check out the photos from the part!

Read this from a-Tunes.net.
I actually didn’t even know The Game was still around. I was surprised that he even has a twitter account. What he said on his twitter got me pretty upset but not THAT upset because… honestly I had no respect for him or his music to begin with. But nonetheless, I think what he said was wrong and if he had no ill intention and he was just tryna be funny, then that explains why he fell off… sorry that was my ignorance speakin’ against his. But yea read this post and tell me how YOU feel about it:

Bet you never thought you’d see US rapper The Game, Twitter, and KPOP group 2PM in the same headline did you?

I saw this over at AngryAsianMan earlier today. Although it doesn’t really piss me off the incident makes me shake my head and sigh. Check out what he recently said on twitter when he decided to retweet a trending topic regarding 2PM and Jaebeom:

“#RT기 다릴게 박재범 기다릴게 2PM dont kno what dis trendin topic is or means but I like shrimp fried rice alot & smokin makes my eyes tight so I RT’d it”

I’m a fan of Game’s music but this was such a poor attempt at humor, especially on a public forum. I don’t believe the guy had any ill intent, rather he just isn’t aware of the insensitivity of his statement. At the end of the day it boils down to ignorance. Either way he inadvertendly helped support the cause for Jaebeom to a ton of his followers haha.

A few weeks ago, three of my favorite artists, Dumbfoundead, Sam Ock and DJ Zo teamed up to start the year off with a bang. I was pretty shocked because I didn’t see this collab coming. DJ Zo and Dumb’s always worked together but to see Sam Ock on a track with these two was a pleasant surprise.  Sam Ock’s production and vocal helped bring out a fresh vibe from Dumb and Zo, at least from what I’ve heard so far from them. I had the pleasure of working with Zo and Sam Ock on my album. I must say these two are few of the best in their own scenes. I got to do a few shows with Dumb when Asian Hiphop Summit team was touring in the Eastcoast. My man can rhyme for days. After countless hours of cipher session throughout the tour, I have nothing but respect for the guy.

Anyways! The track is called “Different Galaxies.” Lucky for us, it’s up for free download here. Enjoy!

There are a lot of youtube videos from Asian American artists these days with this split screen collabs. I got a few in progress right now so make sure you are on the lookout!

The album is finally released!

Like I said over and over, I put it a lot of work in this album and I’m proud to finally present this final product to all of you.
I want to thank everybody who helped me throughout the process of finishing this album. Big ups to all (12) featuring artists on this album, all the producers that came through with the sick beats and everyone that was there to talk to me and give me advice when needed.

I won’t say much more since this video blog explains everything:

Like I explain in the video blog, I’m going to donate 50% of my sales to Haiti. I’ve never been the type to really go out of my way to help the others around the world. I was always caught up in my own life and lives of those around me that I never bothered to look around to help those that’s really, really in need. With everything that’s happened for me for the past year or so, I just feel so blessed and felt like it was only right to give it back to the world, no matter how small it may be. Also to be honest, I did feel like it will motivate some of you to purchase the album to support the cause. It ain’t about the money. It’s more important to me that you listen to my music and I hope you can feel better knowing that part of what you pay for will go to help those in need!

1. Basic Strategy feat. Viruss 44, EXP & DJ Zo
2. Phone Call [Narration by Miree Park] (Skit)
3. Too Late feat. James Ha
4. Rollercoaster feat. Ailee
5. Live Your Life [니 멋대로]
6. One of the Best feat. Decipher, Manifest, JL & Lyricks (Original Version)
7. Don’t Phase Me feat. Lyricks
8. Biggest Influence [Interview w. S Radio] (Skit)
9. 내 안에 있으니 [03.03.2009]
10. Top of the World feat. Schoolboy Duke
11. Just a Friend
12. 내 꺼
13. Be feat. Shogunna
14. Once Again feat. Sam Ock
15. One Day feat. Decipher

Once again, thank you!

I don’t know exactly what music monday is or where it started but everyone seems to introduce me to new music on mondays and call it a music monday so i’mma do the same.

I was trying to think who I’d make as my first entry. Of course I thought of so many different artists around me like Decipher, Ailee, James Ha and Beautiful Cycle (Manifest, Lyricks, JL) and more. But I’m not gonna try to put too much meaning into this being my first “music monday.” I’m just going to introduce you to someone who I’ve recently been introduced to and been a big fan of ever since.

If you follow me on twitter, then you’d know that I’ve mentioned this singer here and there. But in all seriousness, maybe because I’ve been spoiled by great singers like Ailee, James Ha, Andrew Choi, Sam Ock, not a lot of singers don’t really impress me too much. Most of them are undoubtedly talented but they don’t really catch my attention. BUT this female singer from LA really caught my attention. Her name is Clara C. From the looks of it, she also composes her own music and plays different instruments. Her videos seem so fun and goofy at times but when you listen to her voice, you know she’s serious. Check her out and I promise you you’ll become her fan. This video is my favorite one of her covers. It’s an Alicia Key Mash-up and I think she made the instrumental herself. From the short time I’ve followed her, I think this video really shows her character and talent. Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/user/ClaraCMusic
http://twitter.com/ClaraCMusic

And DON’T FORGET!

“BASIC STRATEGY” dropping tomorrow!!

FINALLY!!!!!

Official single for my upcoming album “Basic Strategy” is here!

Just like my last album, I had the honor to work with Ailee on this brand new single.

It’s called “Rollercoaster”

Hope y’all enjoy it and it’s still not too late to come celebrate my album release at Circle Nightclub!!!!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=208918254719&index=1

and don’t forget my album “Basic Strategy” coming out on January 19th!!!

wsup!

My first and official LP “Basic Strategy” is finished and ready to be released!

I never stopped working on music even after “The Notebook” was released and now, after one year, I finally have a product I can present.

Ailee, Decipher, DJ Zo, EXP (aka Explicit Linez), James Ha, JL, Lyricks, Manifest, Sam Ock, Schoolboy DUKE, Shogunna, and Viruss 44 are all on the album
I’m going to save rest of the detail for when it’s finally released. You just gon have to wait till January 19th!!!

BUT, I’m tryna party with y’all to celebrate:

Come and celebrate Johnnyphlo’s first official album “Basic Strategy” release party!

We doin’ it and we doin’ it BIG

Everyone who’s been to Circle knows you are GUARANTEED to have fun when you party at Circle. Now double the fun by celebrating and partying with Johnnyphlo and other artists such as
- Decipher
- Ailee
- Manifest
- Lyricks
- Shogunna
- EXP
- DJ Dutta and DJ Catalyst!

Johnnyphlo WILL have a special performance with some of these artists!

*** VIP TABLE SPECIALS *** (must RSVP), please e-mail info@muzo-entertainment.com

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STRICTLY 21+ Ladies-Gents
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Doors Open 10pm-3am

PRE-SALE Ticket for $10 includes FREE album before its official release and a chance to meet him privately
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At the door price $15 STILL includes FREE album! **space is limited; so it will be first come first serve basis**

TO PURCHASE TICKETS, PLEASE E-MAIL INFO@MUZO-ENTERTAINMENT.COM

*Dress Code Strict* – No Hats, sneakers, shorts allowed. Grown and Sexy! DRESS TO IMPRESS

RSVP HERE: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=208918254719&index=1

If you want to purchase a ticket at a discounted rate, you can do it through paypal:

New single is OUT!

Johnnyphlo – Too Late feat. James Ha

Produced by Xubie

Check it out and download it here

Lyrics:

[Chorus]
내게는 어려운 그 말
너에게는 못해준 그 말
사랑한다 미안하다

사랑한다 미안하다 수천번을 말해도 넌 이제 듣지않아

내게는 어려운 그 말
너에게는 못해준 그 말
사랑한다 미안하다

넌 이미 늦었다며 등을 지고 돌아서서 나를 떠나가는데

[Verse 1]
그래 나도 내가 잘못 한걸 알아
그래도 포기 한단 말은 하지마라
여태까지 잘 버텨왔는데
반복되는 내 잘못에 이제와 끝내긴 아깝잖아
내가 이기적인 걸 난 너무 잘 알아
그런 날 이해해주는 너를 통해 난 자라가
그럴 일은 절대 없겠지만
“내가 바람펴도 너는 절대 피지마”
왜 항상, 나쁜쪽으로 상상하니
너에겐 모든것이 그렇게 다 간단하니
한참 많이, 아니, 아주 잠깐만이라도,
날 위해 생각해주는게 맘상하니?
미안해 그러면 안되는 돼
나도 모르게 자꾸 기대게 돼
너가 내게 보여준 지나친 관심에
나는 마음이 놓여 가끔식 방심해

[Chorus]
내게는 어려운 그 말
너에게는 못해준 그 말
사랑한다 미안하다

사랑한다 미안하다 수천번을 말해도 넌 이제 듣지않아

내게는 어려운 그 말
너에게는 못해준 그 말
사랑한다 미안하다

넌 이미 늦었다며 등을 지고 돌아서서 나를 떠나가는데

[Verse 2]
친구들과 밖에 있을때면  난 전화기를 꺼놔
너의 뻔한, 잔소릴 듣기 싫어 피하는 전화
약속장소에는 항상 니가 먼저 기다려
화도 못내는 널 볼때면 니가 더 싫어져
사랑갖고 장난 칠 치사한 놈은 아닌데
가끔은 술이 취하면 한눈을 팔곤 해
소중한지 몰랐어 이런 나를 믿는 널
그때는 몰랐어 너도 날 떠날 수 있는 걸
날 사랑하지 않는다면 떠나가도 돼
다치기가 두려운거라면 돌아와줄래?
받아줘 내 진실된 맘을
때어낼수 없는 너와 난 실과 바늘
바늘이 되어 다친 가슴 고쳐줄깨
아껴놨던 사랑 이젠 전부 보여줄깨
작아지는 뒷모습 볼 자신없어
나를 떠나지마, 난 너밖에 없어

[Chorus]
내게는 어려운 그 말
너에게는 못해준 그 말
사랑한다 미안하다

사랑한다 미안하다 수천번을 말해도 넌 이제 듣지않아

내게는 어려운 그 말
너에게는 못해준 그 말
사랑한다 미안하다

넌 이미 늦었다며 등을 지고 돌아서서 나를 떠나가는데

[Bridge] x2
나보고 어떻게 하라고
사과해도 넌 받아주지 않고
내 옆에서 아팠단 너에게
아니라고 못해, 가지말라 못해

[Chorus]
내게는 어려운 그 말
너에게는 못해준 그 말
사랑한다 미안하다

사랑한다 미안하다 수천번을 말해도 넌 이제 듣지않아

내게는 어려운 그 말
너에게는 못해준 그 말
사랑한다 미안하다

넌 이미 늦었다며 등을 지고 돌아서서 나를 떠나가는데