(Music Video) "All-Star Weekend" [B. White ft. Dotto, Hubbs, Joey Fattz, Palermo Stone and Primavera Vills]

Some of Pittsburgh's finest got together to give us a fresh track over a Big Chubb & JBG beat.  Visual's done by Ben Fredette.

(Event) The 1st Annual Cultured Steel Hip-Hop Festival

July 10th, 2014 - Pittsburgh, PA - On July 31 and August 1, 2014 at Alloy Studios and the Kelly Strayhorn Theater in East Liberty, the first annual “Cultured Steel Hip Hop Festival” presented by the Pittsburgh Hip Hop Collective will take place. Cultured Steel will be headlined with performances by Talib Kweli and Rapsody, assisted by Pittsburgh artists Kellee Maize, Jasiri X and Palermo Stone. Unlike the monthly events the Collective has been hosting, this will be a much larger, two-day event featuring an art gallery, a film screening of 9th Wonder’s “The Hip Hop Fellow,” artists meet-and-greets, food, drinks and several high-profile artists taking the stage to perform. Two-day passes are available for $20. Below is info on the two-day agenda:

Day 1 [6-10pm; Alloy Studios]: The grand opening of the Exhibit “40 Years Of Hip-hop Arts & Culture.” A tribute to the five elements of hip-hop, curated by Paradise Gray, presenting pieces from “The Paradise Collection” and featured artist Bob “Durty-1” Freyer. This exhibit consists of Classic Hip-hop photos and original hip-hop art by world renowned hip-hop artists and photographers. Artists include Ernie Paniccioli, Joe Conzo, Andre’ LeRoy Davis, Anire Mosley, ASKEM, Tarish “Jeghetto” Pipkins, Ignacio Soltero and more. Funding for The Paradise Collection was provided by the Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh Program, a partnership of The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Heinz Endowments. At 8pm, a film screening of 9th Wonder’s “The Hip Hop Fellow,” which depicts the hip hop legend’s groundbreaking Harvard University fellowship, the first of its kind, will be shown as a tribute to hip hop’s history and culture. Admission is $10 for this day only.

Day 2 [7-11pm; Kelly Strayhorn Theatre]: Celebrate hip hop music with three hours of high quality live performances. The headlining acts are renowned lyricist Talib Kweli and 9th Wonder Protégé, Rapsody. Assisting them are Pittsburgh standouts Jasiri X, Palermo Stone and Kellee Maize. Doors open at 6pm, the show begins at 7pm and tickets are $15 for this day only.

The “Cultured Steel Hip Hop Festival” is two days filled with live performances, art galleries, film screenings, local businesses and clothing companies on display, and many more features that will not only highlight the hip hop culture for Pittsburgh residents, but will highlight Pittsburgh’s influence on hip hop. The Pittsburgh Hip Hop Collective has hosted successful monthly events beginning in February 2014, hosting legends like 9th Wonder, Jean Grae, Pharoahe Monch and Black Ice for discussions and performances aimed to educate and enhance the hip hop and arts culture in Pittsburgh.

R.A.R.E. Nation, a growing local hip hop music company, has partnered with Jasiri X and 1Hood Media to create the Pittsburgh Hip Hop Collective. The Collective's major goal is to revive and shift the culture of hip hop in Pittsburgh, and has been loosely referred to as a “Pittsburgh Renaissance” of hip hop and art. The city has seen a lot of rappers, but very little culture here, which is troubling for the genre's future. The collective has recently received a grant from Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh, a joint project of The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Heinz Endowments, to organize several different types and sizes of hip hop events in the city during this year. Many of these events are focused on laying the foundation for initiating change: educating people about hip hop, its history and its culture.

(R.A.R.E Nation) "The Application" [AF Rome]

Pittsburgh hip hop artist AF Rome proudly presents his full-length debut, The Application. The free album is a fun, feel-good ride with excellent production and substantial lyrics. As Rome's first album, he demonstrates a unique ability to deliver fun-filled hip hop without sacrificing depth and a message in his songs. The cohesive effort features fellow R.A.R.E. Nation artists Palermo Stone, JKJ and MNI as well as affiliates The Come Up (Franchise & Vinny Radio) and Cincinnati rhymer G. $parks.

A successful corporate job holder, R.A.R.E. Nation's AF Rome boasts a college degree as well as the discipline and work ethic necessary to flourish in any environment. His message emphasizes a life of luxury and fashion, but not in the disillusioned sense most artists fall for. He stresses that everything you want in life, you have to work for yourself to create. Using rhymes centered on feel-good vibes, his strength comes from providing substance bar for bar while maintaining an easy listening experience.

(Album Stream) "Shopping for Louie at the Thrift Shop EP" [Palermo Stone]

As part of R.A.R.E. Nation's continuing effort to change the way music is received, digested and appreciated by fans, Palermo Stone has shifted his release method away from single-song releases and will now be only delivering mini EPs. The fans deserve more than one song every few months. For their support, they deserve timeless music, delivered routinely in between his full-length releases. Shopping for Louie at the Thrift Shop is a 6-track collection of original, unreleased music. Palermo Stone touches on topics of love, pain, fear, hope, and other human emotions to connect with his listeners. Take 20 minutes here and see if you connect with Palermo Stone.

(R.A.R.E. Nation) "Self Inflicted EP" [JKJ]

R.A.R.E.'s newest addition, JKJ, drops his first collection of songs as a R.A.R.E. Nation artist. Self Inflicted is 6 tracks of uncensored emotion. Capturing anger, stress, remorse, motivation and hope, JKJ delivers powerful music all showcasing his undeniable hip hop prowess. The EP features label-mate Palermo Stone as well as Pittsburgh up-and-comer Charlie Slum.

(Music Video) "Coming Right Back" [Ads Antalik ft. Palermo Stone & AF Rome]

The lively, exciting Ads Antalik recruits label-mates Palermo Stone and AF Rome for crisp visuals to "Coming Right Back." The song, produced by Samuel Whitney, finds the three talented emcees in a reflective yet celebratory mood. Ads Antalik is currently preparing his debut project as a R.A.R.E. Nation artist.

Pittsburgh’s twenty-year-old Ads Antalik offers a new, refreshingly different voice for hip hop, a voice that is not bound by city limits or subject matter. He boasts an exciting, rapid-fire delivery mixed with chillingly intricate, yet easy-to-digest lyrics. As hip hop enters what seems to be a lyrical revival, Ads Antalik is the voice to pair this lyrical resurgence with a positive message and push the limits of hip hop in order to bring a positive change to a world that so desperately needs it.

(Free Download) "The Pregame Package" [R.A.R.E. Nation]

As fall approaches, college semesters begin and preseason camps heat up for athletes around the world, R.A.R.E. Nation offers music for the soundtrack to that vibe. Ten tracks full of energy from the artists of R.A.R.E. Nation to aid in pregaming for a party, motivation to go that extra mile during your workout or championship game, or giving you that extra boost of energy during your day.

Founded in 2012, R.A.R.E. Nation is a Pittsburgh-based music entertainment company. R.A.R.E. stands for “Revitalizing Art; Reinventing Emotion,” and our primary goal is to bring the life and musicality back to hip hop. Through our unique artists and their music, we aim to paint a picture of life's ups and downs and instill individuality, self-motivation and self-confidence in our listeners in the hopes that we can help improve their lives and the communities we reach.

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(Single + Interview) "Ring of Fire" [JKJ X Palermo Stone]

R.A.R.E. Nation is proud to announce the newest addition to their roster, hip hop artist JKJ. To learn more about JKJ, they have compiled a special interview exclusively for you, their supporters.

As JKJ's first official release, he and Palermo Stone are crafting a joint project called Hey Young World 3. Below is the first official single to this project.

The Prez Show Live at Beautiful Music w/ Palermo Stone and Crystal Seth

Catch up with Prez as he interviews Crystal Seth and Palermo Stone after their show on Mt. Washington

Human Hustle Entertainment & R.A.R.E. Nation Present: Beautiful Music Live

Human Hustle Entertainment & R.A.R.E. Nation Present: Beautiful Music Live

Frankies Restaurant & Lounge
5823 Forward Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15217

Thursday June 20, 2013
9pm-2am

Live performances by: Palermo Stone w/ live band, The Come Up (Franchise & Vinny Radio of Most Dope Crew), The Wu Lords, The Camp, Jung Phil, Ivory the Human Hustle, Yung Bru, Norman Dean, DesignerD, and Superstar Bona.

Special guest appearances by: Tuffy Tuff (Ghetto Sound Check), Cory O, Ill City Records, Itz Marly, and more.

Hosted by: Ivory the Human Hustle & DJ Hollywood

Sponsored by: R.A.R.E. Nation, Human Hustle Ent., RPHH, Maximus Cruz, Popgh.com, Timebomb, Ill City Records, Flawless Fashion, SNN Productions, Pittsburgh Stand Up, Blasfome Clothing, Piff Music (London), Rise N Grind Photography (Monroe Too), Militia Music LLC, Blasfome, DJ Good Night Radio Show, The Prez Show, Critically Acclaimed Ent., BoringPittsburgh.com, and more.

FOR TICKETS GO TO OR CONTACT IVORY THE HUMAN HUSTLE:
http://www.showclix.com/event/BeautifulMusicLive

(New Music) "Streets Like" [Palermo Stone ft. Ads Antalik & A.F. Rome]

Palermo Stone links up with label-mates Ads Antalik and A.F. Rome for "Streets Like (Wahhh)", over some in-your-face production from 93P of Drumgang. The trio are not short of confidence as they encourage everyone to take what's theirs. The free track comes as a special treat in the middle of R.A.R.E. Nation's campaign to #GetPalermoToRoo. For every 10 spots he climbs in the charts, R.A.R.E. Nation will release something new. To see Palermo Stone and his live band rock Bonnaroo this year, you can vote for him once per day here: http://bonnaroo.sonicbids.com/artist/palermo-stone/vote/.

 

(Music Video) "Keys" [Palermo Stone ft. Ads Antalik & MNI]

Palermo Stone recruits label-mates Ads Antalik and MNI to provide some feel-good visuals for "Keys," a standout song from his latest release, R.A.R.E. [Deluxe]. Aus10 production finds the trio searching for the keys to their happiness before a standout closing verse from Ads Antalik. Palermo Stone's R.A.R.E. [Revitalizing Art; Reinventing Emotion] (Deluxe Edition) will be released March 24, 2013 for one dollar ($1) at http://palermostone.bandcamp.com.

(Music Video) "Guilded Classes/ Ode To J. Dilla" [Palermo Stone X Ads Antalik]

Palermo Stone and Ads Antalik come together for visuals to "Guilded Classics / Ode to J. Dilla." Aus10 provides original production for the first song, followed by Palermo Stone & Ads Antalik flowing over a J. Dilla beat as tribute to the late producer legend. Palermo Stone's R.A.R.E. [Revitalizing Art; Reinventing Emotion] (Deluxe Edition) will be released March 24.

(New Music) "The Rising" [Palermo Stone ft. Ads Antalik]

R.A.R.E. nation would like to extend its thanks to everyone who has made their movement possible. To show their gratitude, they will be releasing a deluxe edition of Palermo Stone's first official album "R.A.R.E.".  The deluxe edition will be released at the end of March, in honor of their 1 year anniversary.  The release will have four new tracks added to the original album, including this track which features R.A.R.E. Nation's newest artist, the impressive Ads Antalik. "The Rising" features Palermo Stone and Ads Antalik releasing some emotion provoking lyrics over a smooth Louie Anderson production.

"Party All Night" Music Video [Palermo Stone]

Palermo Stone delivers "Party All Night," the energetic, club-ready second single from R.A.R.E. [Revitalizing Art; Reinventing Emotion]. On the Big Jerm produced record, Palermo Stone is in a celebratory mood as the release of the album draws nearer. R.A.R.E. is scheduled for release December 21, 2012. Shot, directed and edited by Edge Media.  Below are two links for stream/download.  Also all Timebomb clothing seen in the video is available here!

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Only In America [JKJ X Palermo Stone]

Palermo and JKJ give us a piece of their mind and talk on some noteworthy subjects

An Evening w/ Palermo Stone

Tickets Available here!

R.A.R.E. Nation is proud to present the second installment of an Evening with Palermo Stone. This show will be complimented by an opening performance from Ivory the Human Hustle.

With the city skyline as his backdrop, Palermo Stone brings you an evening of musical excellence. Get up close and personal with the man behind the music as he paints vivid pictures throughout a night of hip hop unlike anything you've ever seen.

Satalio's is a unique and wonderfully hidden venue, with a stage backed by a full wall of windows that uses Pittsburgh's familiar skyline to set the mood for the evening. Aiming to paint a different picture of a hip hop show, and hip hop in general, Palermo Stone is the forefront of the R.A.R.E. Movement (Revitalizing Art; Reinventing Emotion).

There will be prizes and giveaways for several lucky attendees.
This is a 21+ event. There will be security.
Admission: $10 online. $15 at the door.
Doors open at 9pm. The performance will begin promptly at 10:30pm.
Drink Special: $3 Clique Vodka drinks. $3.50 specialty Clique cocktails 10pm-12am.

Address:
27 Bailey Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15211

3 Kings Freeverse [Palermo Stone]

As Rick Ross' monstrous release of "God Forgives, I Don't" continues to make waves, R.A.R.E. Nation's flagship artist, Palermo Stone, delivers his own rendition of one of the most discussed tracks on the album with this freestyle over the Jake One-produced "3 Kings".  Palermo will release a new track every 100 followers on twitter so please follow @PalermoStone and tell your friends to do the same! "IF this should happen to blow me, Jake One don't sue me bruh"

Stewart Street [JKJ]

JKJ, of The Wonder Hitz camp, drops his newest project on us.  "Stewart Street" is definitely JKJ's most complete and well put together project to date. This new project has features from Palermo Stone, Charlie Slum, Bizzle, Crystal Seth and more along with production from Aus10, Kilz, 93p, Ray Wonder and a few others as well.  Below is a free download of "Stewart Street"!

Ahead Of My Time [Palermo Stone & JKJ]

As the R.A.R.E. Nation movement continues its ascent, led by Palermo Stone (@PalermoStone), he wishes to thank all his loyal fans for their belief in what his team is doing and what they stand for. Your passion fuels his fire. As a show of gratitude for helping Palermo Stone acquire another 100 followers, he is proud to give you new music with frequent collaborator, JKJ (follow on Twitter or Facebook). You can listen to "Ahead Of My Time" below.  Something new shall arrive for the fans at each milestone, including every 100 followers.  This means you can acquire more new music from Palermo at almost anytime just by showing friends his music and getting them to follow him on twitter!