[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]K[/su_dropcap]ane Mayfield recently released a track from his new album Return of Rap. Just a slice of an immaculately baked cake, “Vitamin D” gives you a taste of what is proving to be one of rap’s quiet successes. “Vitamin D is more of an answer to all the racially charged stuff that is being rocket launched at us …
The Return of Rap. | Kane Mayfield.
sentient fit of sweet jazz, poignant poetry and terse streetlore, Kane Mayfield’s debut album, Return of Rap, is perhaps the most genuine project I have heard in a long time. The title, ambitious and gallant, makes a confident promise. For those who are fans of the music, this title means salvation, redemption. Rap, subjectivity withstanding, isn’t quite the raw art form …
“Innercity Woes / Star Power” | Kane Mayfield.
ane Mayfield‘s sound just keeps getting more fluid. Not that the rapper’s sound was ever off, but his latest single, “Innercity Woes / Star Power”, indicates that Mayfield is getting into a beautiful groove. “It’s another edition of this honest music catalogue I am building. All of this is leading up to a few projects that I have coming out at the …
“Identity” | Kane Mayfield.
he new song “Identity” marks a peak in Kane Mayfield‘s recent resurgence. We have lauded Mayfield’s breakthroughs in the past, but it is much different this time around. There is a glorious shift taking place in the rapper’s work, his lyrical schemes seem more potent, more hard hitting. Don’t get us wrong, he can rap circles around any square MC …
“Fade” | Kane Mayfield.
fter a constructive hiatus, rapper Kane Mayfield has staged a blistering return with the ironically titled “Fade.” Just when it seemed like Mayfield had disappeared into thin air, he graces with us a raw lyrical diatribe that lets listeners know that he hasn’t lost a step or skipped a beat. “Fade” is said to be the very first breadcrumb on …
Kane Mayfield x A3C Part 2.
After the welcomed release of Part 1, Kane Mayfield recently followed up with Part 2 of the three part A3C series. Mayfield lets his sense of humor take centerstage on “A3C Part 2”, opting for a casually authoritative flow that seems borderline conversational on certain occasions. It almost sounds as if Mayfield just walk in the booth and began rapping …
Kane Mayfield Shines.
Kane Mayfield’s “Shining Star (What You Are)” recently made its way onto the Baltimore City Paper‘s Big Baltimore Playlist. We’ve credited Mayfield for honesty before, but he really outdid himself on this one. Touching on everything from his upbringing to soda allergies, the New York native turned Baltimore MC spins a soulful web of biographical honesty and painstaking nostalgia. An obvious …
The Tall Tale of Kane Mayfield.
Quiet Lunch often pushes the notion of staying true to one’s self. But it is a theory that is directly injured by the nega-slogan “easier said than done”. Nonetheless, the theory still rings true for some. Not everyone is meant to chase their dream but Kane Mayfield isn’t one of them. This isn’t the story of an artistic soul who struggled …
Lullaby by Kane.
Kane Mayfield isn’t exactly a noob when it comes to rap music, but his latest track, “Sleep,” emits a refreshing confidence that can only be possessed by an artist that has settled into a creative groove. Mayfield is establishing his brand; and the result is signature word play, thoughtful content, and rotation friendly songs like “Sleep.” Also, see if you …
Rhymes by Kane.
Rapper Kane Mayfield has been quite busy since freestyling for our cameras last June. The Strong Island bully just released his latest project, Rhymes by Kane Mayfield: Thievery Corporation Edition, and after getting our hands on an advance copy a couple of weeks ago, we are glad to see that masses have finally been blessed with what could be Mayfield’s best …
Quiet Lunch Present Mayfield. (Sneak Peek.)
This week’s book is featuring Kane Mayfield and we decided to give an appetizer ahead of time. Be on the look out for “The Tall Tale of Kane Mayfield” COMING SOON.
Trading in Collars. (VIDEO)
Kanye Mayfield recently premiered visuals for his single “White Collar”. Directed by Indie Love Enterprises, the video has a strong autobiographical tone that really resonates with those who have had the pleasure of following his work. But, for fans new and old, it is a welcomed portrait of Mayfield’s journey as an artist and as a human being. “…akin to the show–whereas …
Pepperjack Gets An Anthem.
Kanye West might be making the web cream its pants with Yeezus, but B-More rap bully, Kane Mayfield is tickling our funny bone with his newest rogue single, “One for Pepperjack”. Currently working on two major projects that are set for release later this year, Mayfield took some time out to pay homage to one of his alter egos with a …
White Collar: Behind the Scenes.
We just received some behind the scenes visuals from Kane Mayfield‘s “White Collar” video. Directed by Aaron Lynton, Kevin Kim, Chris Bates of Indie Love Enterprise, Mayfield shot at multiple locations in New York City including the Chrysler Building, DUMBO, Financial District, Brooklyn Bridge, Factory Studios and more. It also features a customized mural by Art Under Pressure. The video is set to …
The Civil Issues: Materialism.
Assembled in the basement of the Gene Frankel Theater on Bond Street, our discussion on “isms” had yet to get underway. Mary Pryor was the first to arrive, with Kane Mayfield, Perri Dash and Crystal Hines not too far behind. Gail Thacker, our honorary guest of the night, also strolled in, a warm smile adorning her face. With everyone enjoying …
Middle Class Citizen.
Kane Mayfield is scorching the web with his latest single, “Middle Class”. “A eulogy for hope,” the song is perhaps Mayfield’s most hard hitting tune to date. Mayfield spends his time on the song reopening barely healed wounds, leaving his art to gracefully bleed out on life’s stage. From the chilling Glengarry Glen Ross sample to Mayfield’s severely candid wordplay, …
Drug in the Veins.
Rapper Kane Mayfield recently dropped visuals for his single “Beautiful Drug” off of his recently released Rhymes by Kane: Thievery Corporation Edition. When we reviewed Mayfield’s project late last month, we mentioned “Beautiful Drug” as one of our favorite songs — so you can only imagine how delighted we are to see a music video for it. Directed by Joey Angerone, …
Quiet Lunch Magazine ‡ June 25th, 2012. – July 1st, 2012.
Music month is coming to an end and we’ve decided to go out with a bang! This week’s book sees an exclusive video interview with singer Kendra Morris! A rap attack from Strong Island’s own Kane Mayfield! And a profile of musical madman, Phobic Phuture! We’re also catching up with illustrator Orlagh Murphy (do-over) and paper artist Melissa Jay Craig …