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Justin Smith, better known as Just Blaze, is an American hip-hop music producer from Paterson, New Jersey. Blaze is also the CEO of Fort Knocks Entertainment. He is most well known for producing Jay-Z songs on the albums The Blueprint, The Blueprint 2, and The Black Album.He is also known for producing a number of songs on Eminem's 2010 album Recovery. Blaze appears in the video for the third single from Recovery entitled "No Love", which he also produced, and on one of Eminem's Recovery leftover tracks called "Fly Away".

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NYC's 79.5 Announces New LP & Shares Single 'Our Hearts Didn't Go That Way (Feat. Dur Photo NYC's 79.5 Announces New LP & Shares Single 'Our Hearts Didn't Go That Way (Feat. Durand Jones)'
by Michael Major - March 22, 2023

The new collection’s melodies may be hard to categorize, from 70’s underground disco to acid jazz. Current lineup includes singer, songwriter and composer Kate Mattison, singer and rapper Lola Adanna, drummer Caito Sanchez (Charles Bradley, Lee Fields), bassist Andrew Raposo (Midnight Magic, Hess Is...

Rock The Bells Announces Lineup for First-Ever Timeless Hip-Hop Cruise Photo Rock The Bells Announces Lineup for First-Ever Timeless Hip-Hop Cruise
by Michael Major - January 25, 2023

The lineup includes Rick Ross, Lil Jon, Big Boi, DJ Jazzy Jeff, MC Lyte, Ghostface Killah, Trina & Trick Daddy, Just Blaze, Big Daddy Kane, Too $hort, Slick Rick, DJ Spinderella, Mannie Fresh, Pete Rock, DJ Quik, Rah Digga, EPMD, Bun B, Bahamadia, Grandmaster Caz, DJ Scratch, The Finisher Mister Cee...

Charli XCX, PinkPantheress & Release DJ Mixes For Apple Music Photo Charli XCX, PinkPantheress & Release DJ Mixes For Apple Music
by Michael Major - December 27, 2021

To ring in the new year, Apple Music has launched a series of 24 exclusive DJ mixes from a diverse array of artists including Charli XCX, PinkPantheress, DJ Drama, Illenuium, Just Blaze, and more. The mixes come to Apple Music from over 12 countries and span an array of musical styles, including dan...

Velcro Shares 'La Linda' Video Today Photo Velcro Shares 'La Linda' Video Today
by TV News Desk - July 21, 2021

He has also shared the stage with the likes of Cultura Profética, Residente & Calle 13, Tony Touch, Gaby Moreno, Tego Calderón, Álvaro Díaz, Anita Tijoux, Crazy Legs and the Rock Steady Crew, of which he is a member, to name just a few....

Sia, Take A Daytrip, Just Blaze Lead Native Instruments' 'Community Drive' Photo Sia, Take A Daytrip, Just Blaze Lead Native Instruments' 'Community Drive'
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 14, 2020

Nine-time Grammy nominee Sia, hitmaking production duo Take A Daytrip (Lil Nas X, Travis Scott & Kid Cudi) and hip-hop legend Just Blaze (Jay-Z, Eminem) are three of the 14 genre-defining artists across the musical spectrum who've contributed exclusive audio stems, samples and production kits to the...

2 Chainz Acquires Stake in Atlanta's A3C Festival & Conference Photo 2 Chainz Acquires Stake in Atlanta's A3C Festival & Conference
by Abigail Charpentier - September 27, 2019

A3C has announced that GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist Tauheed “2 Chainz” Epps has purchased a stake in the world-famous A3C Festival & Conference and is now part of the ownership group. The festival, which is celebrating its 15th year, has brought thousands from around the world to Atlanta e...

2019 A3C Music Festival Adds Burna Boy, Yasiin Bey, Mr. Eazi, Buddy, Tokyo Jetz and M Photo 2019 A3C Music Festival Adds Burna Boy, Yasiin Bey, Mr. Eazi, Buddy, Tokyo Jetz and More
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 12, 2019

A3C announces their 2019 artist lineup with a brand new festival experience featuring more artists and shows over a 5-day span, across Atlanta's premier venues: Center Stage, Masquerade and Tabernacle. More than 50 events will be held this year with hundreds of artists & DJs from around the world. F...

T.I., Gary Vee, Bozoma Saint John, Mike WiLL Made-It, Stacey Abrams, Charlamagne Tha Photo T.I., Gary Vee, Bozoma Saint John, Mike WiLL Made-It, Stacey Abrams, Charlamagne Tha God, Dapper Dan & More Announced as the 2019 A3C Conference Official Speaker Line Up
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 04, 2019

In celebration of the 15-year anniversary, the highly acclaimed A3C Festival & Conference has enhanced the conference by announcing the official 2019 power-house speaker line up. The A3C Conference will host this year over 150 sessions with 250 speakers, including: Bozoma Saint John (Endeavor, CMO),...

Joell Ortiz New Album 'Monday' Now Available Featuring Collaborations With Big K.R.I. Photo Joell Ortiz New Album 'Monday' Now Available Featuring Collaborations With Big K.R.I.T, Nottz, Apollo Brown, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League & Heatmakerz
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 30, 2019

Brooklyn's Joell Ortiz started on none other than Dr. Dre's Aftermath label and built a huge buzz in the industry. He's worked with legends like Just Blaze among others. He then signed to Shady Records as ¼ of the super-group Slaughterhouse. He's worked with Hip-Hop titans Eminem, Busta Rhymes, Jada...

Third Annual Goldie Awards Hosts and Judges Unveiled Photo Third Annual Goldie Awards Hosts and Judges Unveiled
by Abigail Charpentier - August 20, 2019

Legendary DJ, label head and producer A-Trak unveils this year's hosts and judges for the third annual Goldie Awards today. The event will be hosted by Denzel Curry and YehMe2 judged by Armand van Helden, Just Blaze, Busy P, DJ Craze, Alison Wonderland, Take A Daytrip, UNIIQU3 and Kittens. Get ticke...

A-Trak Announces Details for Third Annual Goldie Awards Photo A-Trak Announces Details for Third Annual Goldie Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 25, 2019

Legendary DJ, label head and producer A-Trak will present the third annual Goldie Awards onOctober 17 at Brooklyn Steel. The Goldie Awards is a new type of competition for DJs and producers that recognizes the endless creative nature in music, presented by adidas Originals,Fool's Gold and TMWRK....

Soundset 2019 Lineup Announced Photo Soundset 2019 Lineup Announced
by Tori Hartshorn - February 27, 2019

As winter begins to wind down, that means it's time to get ready for the official kickoff to summer- the 12th annual Soundset Festival. Today, Rhymesayers Entertainment and Rose Presents unveil the lineup for Soundset 2019. On Sunday May 26, 2019, the preeminent Midwest music and lifestyle experienc...

January Events At City Winery Chicago Photo January Events At City Winery Chicago
by Tori Hartshorn - January 03, 2019

The following are acts performing at City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, in January. Please consider including in your upcoming calendar and cultural listings. All City Winery Chicago events are open to all ages and start at 8:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Tickets can be purchased by ca...

A-Trak Announces Contestants for Goldie Awards Photo A-Trak Announces Contestants for Goldie Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 17, 2018

Legendary DJ, label head and producer A-Trak has revealed the sixteen global contestants for his second annual Goldie Awards....

Talib Kweli, Kandace Springs and More at City Winery Chicago Photo Talib Kweli, Kandace Springs and More at City Winery Chicago
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 09, 2018

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces Brooklyn-based rapper Talib Kweli, Nashville-based singer/songwriter Kandace Springs, Chicago-based indie rock band The Empty Pockets, and more. The following shows go on sale to the public onThursday, October 11 at noon. All tickets will be av...

A-Trak Announces Second Annual Goldie Awards, November 8 at Brooklyn Steel Photo A-Trak Announces Second Annual Goldie Awards, November 8 at Brooklyn Steel
by Macon Prickett - July 24, 2018

Legendary DJ, label head and producer A-Trak will present the second annual Goldie Awards onNovember 8 at Brooklyn Steel. The event is a new type of competition for DJs and producers that recognizes the endless creative nature in music, presented by adidas Originals, Fool's Gold andTMWRK. Hosts Desu...

Red Bull Music Academy Announces Berlin's Famed Funkhaus as 20th Anniversary Venue Photo Red Bull Music Academy Announces Berlin's Famed Funkhaus as 20th Anniversary Venue
by Macon Prickett - June 07, 2018

This year, the world-traveling Red Bull Music Academy celebrates its 20th anniversary edition, bringing its peerless program of workshops, public talks, studio sessions and exhibitions back to the city where it all started: Berlin. Over five weeks, 61 up-and-coming music makers from around the world...

Reservoir Signs Ivor Novello and Grammy-Nominated Writer-Producer Carla Marie William Photo Reservoir Signs Ivor Novello and Grammy-Nominated Writer-Producer Carla Marie Williams To A Worldwide Publishing Deal
by Macon Prickett - March 28, 2018

Reservoir announces the signing of Ivor Novello and Grammy-nominated writer-producer Carla Marie Williams to a worldwide publishing deal. The deal includes works from Williams' catalog of hits, plus her debut all-female empowerment EP, All My Girls, a collection of tracks she wrote and co-produced t...












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