WesCoas'n: Styles Davis If Miles Could Talk Review

Wes Coas, the California born and bred MC recently released his 4th studio album entitled Styles Davis: If Miles Could Talk which loosely pays homage to the legacy of the late great jazz musician Miles Davis. The project is a collection of 11 sundry tracks that intend to solidify Wes Coas as more than just a West Coast rapper. The mash-up of conscious hip-hop and egocentric undertones fused between the album is a good way to please a new generation of music lovers. The album begins with an Intro “If Miles could talk he’ll tell you where I last been, and tell you bout’ my last sin.” One can only imagine where he has been as Miles Davis had his share of troubles throughout his career battling the sins that come along with the fame and fortune of the industry.

 However, Wes Coas does a great job of being a relatable rapper unlike many today who are focused on pushing their million dollar cars, homes, and overly expensive liqueurs down our throats. "In making this album I wanted it to be a voice to the people and let them know that someone else is walking that distance with you. A lot of times as artist with music we continuously put these ideas out but don't have any substance behind them. This album is about controlling your own destiny, questioning yourself, as well as enjoying life.” Previous projects such as Manifest Destiny also encourage listeners to better themselves and their future. I've always made music to inspire, but this time it was about inspiring a feeling “says Wes Coas. The track “Celebrate” produced by Best Kept Secret does a good job balancing the album’s subject matter with its feel good vibe and Tony, Toni, Tone sampled melodies. The current single “When I Knew” is a stand out as it is also Wes Coas’ current single. Many of the tracks on Styles Davis: If Miles Could Talk allow you to identify with Wes Coas the artist.

 Wes Coas has continued to grow his fan base over the past few years participating and headlining shows across the coast and as far as Osaka, Japan where he was actually nominated for Performer of the Year at the Kansai Music Conference. Wes Coas has been living in Houston, Texas since after he graduated high school and has found a way to elevate his Californication in the Land of the Trill touching as many people as he can with his craft. You can hear a few Texasisms’ sporadically throughout the project however it may be hard for some to decipher. Although many artists have been slammed by Texas natives in regards to the heavy use of screw and chopped music, Wes Coas is staying in his own lane and bringing a touch of the West to the South. Just like Miles Davis, Wes Coas assures his supporters that he will continue to put out quality music that will influence a generation to be great or simply just live life to the fullest.

You can find more information about Wes Coas upcoming appearances and releases by visiting www.wescoas.com or follow him on twitter at www.twitter.com/wecoas make sure you download the album Styles Davis: If Miles Could Talk at http://www.stylesdavisep.com

Keeping Up With the Jonzieeee

We recently caught up with Mookie Jones as the smooth and well-versed Houston rapper prepares to release his latest project entitled Mack to find out what it really takes to keep up with the Jonzieeee’s. After sustaining a buzz with his last release P.A.N (Playa Ass Nigga) Mookie Jones continually kept busy by linking with some of the most notable names in the underground with rappers like Jackie Chan, Smoke DZA, and 3^rd Coast comrades Killa Kyleon and Big K.R.I.T. When asked how he sees himself either standing out or fitting in with the coined “Texas sound” Mookie replied, “Texas is the home of the playas and pimps; I stand in but I’m outstanding.” Spoken like a true playa Mookie Jones’ precise selection of syncopated yet harmonious beats sets the stage for the August 14^th release Mack.  After building a working relationship with Taylor Gang’s go-to producer Cardo, Mookie sought him out to produce the project which was originally suppose to be a 6-8 track EP. The project grew organically after DJ Burn One grew fond of what Mookie had done with a previous recording and continued to send him more music and just like that Mack was born.

 Linking with producers who he felt could capture his cool and match his sound sonically was the ultimate goal for the project. A continuation of underline themes carried over from Mookie’s 2010 release Tuskegee Vol. 1  can be found in tracks like “When I Want” featuring Harlem general, Smoke DZA in which Mookie boast about being able to have any woman he chooses at first listen. If you don’t listen closely you might just miss out on Mack’n 101. Mookie Jones spits the art of pimping from his point of view and hopes that both new and old fans will uncover the top layer and see that his music possesses more depth than the contrary. Mack also bears features from Le$, Big Sant, and SL Jones.  “Don’t judge or get caught up in what I’m rapping about; it’s the game that I’m giving.” In the recent leak “Poetry Vision” featuring Max Julien, Sir Autoo professes “a goal without a plan is just a wish” which Mookie borrowed from his momager. “You have to have a skeleton in place to get the body moving; you can’t just freestyle your life in anything you do, an entry and exit plan is necessary. The only way to dream is dream big.” Yes, Mookie Jones is a pimp, playa, and all of the above but he promises this time around his music will resonate on a visual level with his fans. “My music allows my fans to live life through me. If they’ve never been to the strip club I take them to experience it.” Although Mookie Jones is an avid strip club patron at night his daily routine is pretty normal for a rapper.

 Mookie Jones’ day usually begins with some of the finest OG and him simultaneously checking his email and social media accounts. Music being the main focus he either writes to new beats he’s received or works on new music. Mookie spends the rest of the day running errands, helping friends, handling business with his management, and chauffeuring and supervising the daily activities of his “female friends” as he likes to call them. The day is not complete without hitting the studio since Mookie is constantly writing he needs to somewhere to record the sermon. “The studio is a special place, I love recording, “said Mookie Jones. Mookie shared with us that he already has 3 projects completed with the next release to be entitled Jonizeeee. He is also in the process of helping his sister, Perry Jones who was featured on a couple of tracks from the Tuskegee Vol.1 release including the track “Black Hole” write music for her upcoming project. Mookie loves being in the studio however performing his music for his fans is his passion. “I love rocking my songs on stage it’s where I let the sermon out,” proclaims Mookie.  He got to do just that as Mookie Jones recently joined the Texas leg of the infamous Smoker’s Club Tour. Balancing tour life and the release of a new project can be a hectic but Mookie Jones and the empire are up for the task. Similar to the 70’s blaxploitation film the Mack has the ingredients required of a classic. Cause after all “A pimp is only as good as his product.”

Mack is available for download beginning tomorrow August 14th and can be found at www.jonzieeee.com #autoooo To stay updated with upcoming projects and shows follow Mookie Jones on twitter @Mookie_Jones

View the video from the first leak from the Mack featuring Smoke DZA- "When I Want" below.