watch the commercial

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These kids are so cool and they enjoy weed, lots and lots of weed
(that's just the word on the street)
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These dudes are ..........just.....cool (for lack of a better term).

The dynamic duo have six fresh cuts ready for raw consumption.
Cop-it here!
thanks URB mag!

Source: http://blog.wired.com/underwire/2008/03/sxsw-the-cool-k.html


AUSTIN, Texas -- When two slightly nerdy dudes take the stage -- or more precisely take to standing atop two bar chairs on the stage -- and proclaim they're the "new black Beastie Boys," it takes some chutzpah and a pretty good sense of humor.

Actually, it's exactly the kind of temerity and cheekiness it takes to name your group the Cool Kids.

The Chicago kids Chuck and Mikey (no last names necessary) were the de facto headliners for music blog Gorilla vs. Bear's South by Southwest party Wednesday at the Peacock in Austin. Combined with sets by Holy Fuck and Ghosthustler, the show was a strong start to the still-young festival.

For the uninformed, Cool Kids are the hip-hop version of the '80s nostalgia wave -- more young Run-DMCs than OMDs. And they own it. Their sound is awash in Rakim samples, Do the Right Thing references and 2 Live Crew beats. If they start running around with a guy calling himself Grandmaster it might be time to call the plagiarism cops, but even then they still deserve props.

All of this is to say their show was incredible, with even the effortlessly hip throwing their hands in the air. More photos from the show (plus some from outside, with ice cream!) and tracks from GvB's playlist for the party are after the jump.

Just before Cool Kids took the stage, Toronto noise rock band Holy Fuck threw down an incredible set. The band's sound on record has been described as a playpen on mescaline and it turns out the live show has the same feel, sans mescaline (presumably). HF's members surround themselves with musical toys (see below) and bang and thrash at them in a way music nerds and novices can appreciate.

What's different, though, between HF's records and live sound is the amount of energy. Noise rock is supposed to be enjoyed loud when rocking one's headphones. However, in a live setting where the loud is vibrating the room, it's even more dynamic and, surprisingly, the melodies seem even more pronounced and riotous. This band's name is going to be on the lips of many more music fans in the future (much to their mothers' chagrin, surely).

Finally, a note about Ghosthustler, who played a quick, yet wildly amazing, set before HF. This electronic/dance act from here in Texas was getting buzz before it was even getting gigs, and it's easy to see why. This is dance music for the kind of people who like to tune in and turn off. It's cerebral yet also completely pop-sounding. And live, even in a small bar with little wiggle room, it's impossible not to shake a tail feather.

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Lately I'm really really introspective.
I don't have shit to say. The songs on repeat between
my ears keep my dendrites occupied. I like to think
of it as a mental mixtape.

[1]Lupe Fiasco - Fighters
[2]Day 26 - Got Me Going
[3]Janet Jackson - Let Me Know
[4]Lenny Kravitz - I'll Be Waiting
[5]Sara Bareilles - Bottle It Up
[6]N.E.R.D. - Everyone Nose
[7]Klaxons - Golden Skans
[8]Janelle Monae - Metropolis
[9]Alicia Keys - Prelude to a Kiss
[10]Janet Jackson - Rollercoaster
[11]M.I.A. - Bird Flu
[12]Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings - Let Them Knock
[13]Adele - Chasing Pavements
[14]Britney Spears - Why Should I Be Sad
[15]Mikey&Inglish - Lost Without Chuck
[16]Estelle - American Boy

"You still playing Sega!?"

I tend to listen to this track with this nasty ass facial expression, like I'm about to spit something vicious and raw, and I only end up saying: "Yeah!" or "Unh!". I got a tall glass of water, and some sherbet, I feel it, its good. I'm currently complacent. This winter break has been a slice of cheesecake,unfortunately this bliss will soon be sealed with a kiss. *shrugs* at least I have my sherbet and water, sometimes thats all you really need.


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-C#@$3

The Cool is definitive hip-hop.
The Cool is innovative and poignant.
The Cool though provoking.
The Cool is overflowing with head bobbing beats and viscious ryhmes.
The Cool is by no means a sophomore effort, The Cool is the second coming of Lupe.
The Cool is a a reflection of a true MC spitting words and wisdom.
The Cool is a collection of original lyrics.
The Cool is not a trend.
The Cool isn't about repetitive, nonsensical, hooks, but quality sincere tracks of substance.
The Cool is the hip-hop that saved my life.
The Cool is cool.
The Cool doesn't dumb it down.
The Cool is like book that you can't stop reading and re-reading.
The Cool is not about bitches, hoes, shoes, and clothes.
The Cool is a rolling stone.
The Cool is the fallen tree when no one is around.
The Cool is beyond your average rappers means, it's something they'll never achieve.
The Cool is a great gift.
The Cool heard by many, but speaks only to some.
The Cool is good music.
Go Get THE COOL by LUPE FIASCO

|chaseology|: The Cool Kids

Rolling Stone:THE COOL KIDS

I've been on these cats for a few months now. I don't know what to say. I've listened to them non stop for the past week or so. They are sick with it. I heard from a little birdy they met on Myspace like a year or so ago and just started hitting the studio. Anyway check them out on IMEEM, MYSPACE, etc.

(sidenote: you might of caught them on the box, they are featured in a Rhapsody commercial:

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Two viciously talented lyricists.
Crazy 80's style and sound.
Well, 80's inspired not 80's---big difference.
My friend Ford put me on them.
They're on tour with M.I.A.