Crazy News is back again, I know, I know, damn we been taking our time between our news updates but shit has been crazy people!!!! (lol) GARCIA is all over the place doing shows, interviews, and recording. This kid wont and since he wont stop it makes it hard for us to keep up with him little less update the site. Sorry for the excuses but none the less we are back again! Just to bring you up to date on what's been going on in the world of Crazy Hood here are some of the things that have been going down. We all know Garcia was recently in the Miami New Times, and most recently Ozone magazine (also featuring DJ EFN). Most recent Garcia was also featured on the popular urban Latino TV show "THE ROOF". Download the footage here. Garcia's latest joint "LET ME HEAR YA SAY" which also features Heckler and Pitbull has been catching a heavy buzz. There is a story behind this song which some time soon Crazy News will reveal. We need for all our loyal Hoods out there to make sure they request this joint on all radio stations. Garcia has been doing several shows lately but this past weekend he rocked alongside the legendary Masta Ace, which if you dont know who Masta Ace you need to dig in the crates and get your hip hop research poppin off! Garcia also been hard at work in the studio, working on a lot of things with a lot of people; hint, hint!! Lets just say some things having to do with the Miami Heat, DJ Irie, maybe the Diaz Bros. (famed producers most recently known for working with Lil Jon and Pitbull). In other news don't forget to check DJ EFN on his AOL radio show which airs everyday. Look out for DJ EFN's latest mixtape, volume 33 coming real soon! Last but definitely not least, the HECKLER. Heck is not fuckin' around, he has been in the studio with Drain knocking out joints as well as getting his mixtape game up. Catch Heckler's mean freestyles on mixtapes all over! Till next time...Keep it Crazy, get insane, do something wild, and act a fool!!!! Shouts to Midi Mafia, DJ KHALED, Eddie Mix @ power 96, J.B. @ Ozone Magazine, Sig @ Thugged Out, SouthBeat Records, and everyone that supports us!
Before we get into things I want to shout out all the people that sent us emails requesting updates and inquiring about what's new with Crazy Hood. Ya'll are the reason we even do this! Lets try and bring ya'll up to date....Garcia's song "Come get it" and video were featured in a scene of the new NBC TV show "Convictions". Garcia was also featured in XXLMAG.COM in an article talking about the Miami movement. A few weeks after that Garcia's new joint I'm Cuban was featured in XXLMAG.COM' "Bangers" section. In other news Everyone is invited to our latest video production for the song "Ahora" which has been buzzing heavy in the latin world. The song that features Garcia, Heckler and Miami affiliate Sofla Kingz. Make sure if you are not already signed up for our email list to sign up so you can get address and time to the shoot June 10th. Also joint us for Garcia's birthday extravaganza @ Oxygen Lounge in Coconut Grove on June 5th. Lastly look out for Miami's Mixtape king; DJ EFN's new releases Vol. 33 hosted by Kardinal Official, Vol. 34?hosted by?Chamillionaire, and "Hood Music pt. 2" hosted by the mixtape champ Big Mike. Shouts? to our Cali fam that held us down in Mexicali. Shouts to Sway and Rahman Dukes @ MTV, Shouts to Tony Neil and our entire Core DJ family, Shouts to David @ TVT, shouts to Rodger @ Hitman music always holding us down in Tally and everywhere he is at. Shouts to DJ Entice, Khaled and everyone at La Mega in Miami for leading the way with our new joint I'm Cuban and lastly shouts to Kether @ Nomadic Tracks for always holdin's us down! Till next time and in between time check out all our myspace pages which we have provided links to...we're out!
First and fore most Crazy Hood Productions would like to send there prayers and condolences to the family of Justo Faison. For those that may not know Justo passed away in a tragic car accident this past weekend. Justo was the founder of the Mixtape awards and an over all important figure within the hip hop community. Justo has not only done a lot for DJ EFN but for all mixtape djs and the entire mixtape scene as a whole. On a better note, Garcia was named best local artist in the Miami New Times. In other press DJ EFN and the rest of the Hoods were featured in more then one episode of the popular urban Latino TV show The Roof. In one episode they featured a industry party which DJ EFN hosted alongside Cuervo, Nintendo, Mecca Clothing and other attending sponsors. Finally its here!!!! DJ EFN's new mixtape volume 32 "Unstoppable" hosted by Stat Quo is now available. This new mixtape features exclusive recordings with Stat Quo, Kardinal Official, N.O.R.E., Pharrell, Ras Kass and of course the entire A-Double-L Family (Garcia, Heckler, Da ALL). Also included on the mixtape is Garcia's new single Just Chill which features Heckler & Pitbull, since the line up sounds so familiar might as well bring back Midi Mafia to produce this one to, which they did! You can also hear a new joint from Heckler titled "Family Tree" which is produced by Drain. The song was a personal one for Heckler, in which he talks about his family and the down side of thuggin it out. Also make sure you keep yours eyes open for the new issue of Tablist Magazine which has a feature on DJ EFN, EFN talks about the evolution of the mixtape game and the future of CHP. Another thing to look out for is the world famous HOOD DJ's, but we will get more into that in our next news update. Shouts to all our supporters NORE, PMI, Mike Moves, Real @ Real Street Promo, Southbeat Records, Elora, Tony Neal & the whole Core DJ's family, Latin Prince & the whole Bum Squad Djz Family, DJ Infamous, Semp Rok, Nepz, Roger & Hitman Music, Buzztone Marketing and again to Justo for everything he put into the game, May you rest in peace homie!
Every year URB mazine (distributed nationally and internationally) releases something called the NEXT 100. Basically it spotlights the top 100 emerging acts in the country. Acts come from all genres including DnB , Jungle, Trance, Hip Hop, Rave, and Electronic music. Last year the hip hop acts were slim pickings. Only 3 got chosen (Immortal Technique, Dj Lt. Dan, and Dizzie Rascal). This year URB has passed on the huge honor to Miami's own GARCIA, so pick up the mag as it is one of many things happening for the young emcee out of Crazy Hood Productions. Also, Garcia and fellow Crazy Hood Heckler rocked the annual Calle Ocho festival as part of the Soul Frito line up. Click here to download exclusive Calle Ocho pics. In other Crazy Hood news; DJ EFN was nominated and attended Justo's annual mixtape awards in NY. Unfortunately he didn't bring it home but Crazy Hood Productions presence was surely felt.
Winter Music Conference will be in town again, so if your in the area and want to check CHP live you can catch us March 25th @ Buck15 for the Tablist Magazine party. Also coming soon is DJ EFN's latest mixtape installment volume 32 hosted by Shady / Aftermath artist Stat Quo. Also check to EFN's latest interview on hiphopgame.com. Shout to everyone that has been showing us love JB @ Ozone, Mercedes @ street smashers, Tamarra @ Atlantic records, Ron @ Jive, Tone Capone @ TVT, Justo, Richie @ PMI, Drea @ Buzztone, Mike Moves and his whole staff @ Movement Marketing, JR (Super producer; watch out now! check his joint on 50's album), Abby, Da Riffs, Ras Kass, and our whole Thugged out family!
Crazy News told ya'll 2005 was gonna be a busy year and we weren't lying. First off Crazy Hood Productions will be working closely with South Beat Records on several projects including Garcia's next project. Therefore Crazy Hoods has a second home out of the offices of South Beat Records on 7th & Washington Miami Beach. Garcia, Heckler & DJ EFN are all in the studio knocking out albums for later release this year. You can also catch the Hoods live Feb. 5th @ The Liquor Lounge (South Beach) and Feb. 10th @ Soho Lounge. Talking about Feb. 10th, its the return of the 305 Urban Fest in which performing live will be MayDay, Mr. Haka, DJ EFN, and Garcia as well as a City Life Clothing fashion show. The cover is $10.00 and doors open @ 10:00 PM. Soho Lounge is located @ 175 NE 36 Street in the Miami design District. While your online make your here and vote for DJ EFN at this years Justo's Mixtape Awards. Vote for DJ EFN in the following categories; Best mixtape DJ, Best Mixtape, Best Southern Mixtape DJ, Best Graphics, Best mixtape duo (DJ EFN & Whoo Kid), Best promotional mixtape ($2 bill mixtape) and vote for Garcia in best artist on a mixtape. Also make your way to BumSquadDJz.com and vote for DJ EFN for Best Florida DJ. Last but not least EFN's volume 31 hosted by N.O.R.E. showcased on MTV's Mixtape Mondays if you didn't catch the airing you can check out MTV's coverage right here.
Happy New year to all, hope everyone had a safe and good New year weekend! Crazy Hood is back in business for 2005 and right off the bat we got some things on deck. First off check out the latest coverage on Garcia on www.latinrapper.com and www.bumsquaddjz.com. You can also catch a new interview on DJ EFN @ 305HipHop.com. Also vote for DJ EFN @ BumSquadDJz.com in the Florida DJ category of the Bum Squad DJz Awards. Also setting off the year are some showcases to catch Crazy Hood artist live. Jan 13th Garcia brings to you "The Cut Reunion" @ Sax on the beach and Feb. 10th check out the 305 Arts Festival @ Soho lounge in Miami's Design District. For more info on these events hit up our message board. Happy New year shouts to: Power Moves Inc, Abby, Sloane @ BME records, Still Hustlin Records, Anger Management, South Beat Records, Latin Prince and all my fellow Bum Squad DJz, Tony Neal and all my Core DJs, Teddy T, TJ's DJ's, Mixunit.com and everyone else digging in the trenches this year!
Well the year is comin to an end and like always Crazy Hoods is gearing up for the next coming year. We had our ups and downs but none the less we are exiting the year unscaved and ready for battle in the next year! Garcia is becoming and overwhelming success andHeckler is following up just as successful. Crazy Hood may not pride itself on how much money we have or have made but we do pride ourselves in hard work, determination, respect and trying to make the best hip hop music we can. We are grateful whenever anyone takes notice of our hard work. With that said, check out this weeks Miami New Times article which mentions Garcia's debut album "Anti Social" as one of the best albums out of Miami in 2004. We are ending the year with many shows and club events that people in the South Florida area can come out to. Check out the last DJ EFN release of the year Volume 31 Hosted by N.O.R.E.. 2005 looks to be a busy and productive year forCrazy Hood Productions, so stay tuned to news on events, releases and other projects CHP may be associated with. Don't forget to also stay updated with Crazy Sounds Record Pool, Hood DJ's, and CHP Marketing & Promotions. We hope that everyone (even the haters!) have a good holidays! Holiday shouts to: Mina (best assistant of 2004), Eddie "Gigs" (Best promoter of 2005; "Turnpike talks"), Garcia (hardest working artist in Florida), Drain (hardest working producer in 04'), DJ EFN (most Bacardi drinking in 04'), and the whole Crazy Hood Crew; Charlie "Skinz", Black Dro, Steve "Oso", Weird Thoughts, Heckler, Da ALL, Landi, Edwin, Kermit, Vlad (Best supportive crew in 04'), Deed (best web dude in 04'),....Also shouts to The Core DJ's, Tech.Nitions, PMI marketing, Moves Marketing, Tamara @ Def Jam, South Beat records, and all the people that take the time to support us and show us love..see you in 2005!
It's that time of year again and the Crazy Hood Productions has lots to be thankful for! First off Crazy Hood Productions would like to congratulate GARCIA and everyone that is continuing to support his project in helping us reach record sales of "Anti Social" CDs sold! We want to thank all of you that have committed yourself to helping get the word out. We have reached a great mile stone in the indie label world and we are proud of ourselves for being able to have reached that mark. So we would like to thank all the retailers and websites around the world that stocked the album, everyone that purchased it off our site, and to all those that have sold and bought in the streets....THANK YOU! We also want to thank all the people who have given the album the reviews it deserved and helped in spreading the word of GARCIA andCrazy Hood to the masses..thank you as well! We would especially would like to thank our partner Pete @ Detonator records for taking us to Selecto-Hits, our European and Asian partners and all those who have helped us get legitimate distribution on the project. With that said lets move on with our regularly scheduled program! It's evident GARCIA will be a major player nationally next year and Crazy Hood Productionsis gearing up for several ventures come the new year. As for the last month of the year, look out for DJ EFN's new mixtape, volume 31, hosted by no other then long time friend N.O.R.E.. Check out the latest interviews and write ups on Garcia @ the305.com, 305hiphop.com, andmiamiherald.com (local spotlight). Last but not least Garcia, Heckler, DJ EFN and the rest of the Crazy Hoods have many events before years end. Please log onto the Crazy Hood forum for when and where these events are taking place. Shouts to Stat Quo, Bun B, Rob Love @ J Records, Tamara @ Def Jam, Sam Crespo @ Atlantic records, Greg @ South Beat records, Frank @ Green Sleeve records, Mike Moves @ Movement marketing, and the entire Crazy Hood staff for doing what they do!
DJ EFN's latest release "Mi Vida Loca" hosted by Whoo Kid is making its rounds and catching a crazy buzz from Miami to Japan! Make sure you're not left out and pick up a copy of this special edition mixtape which highlights Crazy Hoods very own Garcia, Heckler & Da ALL. You can pick up the mixtape right here or go to your nearest mixtape depots like MixUnit.com, & MixTapeUSA.com. While your at it don't forget to pick up Garcia's debut "Anti-Social" and Da All's debut "Who's Crazy?". Since your already online slide on over to 305HipHop.com &www.southernentawards.com to vote for Crazy Hood Productions at both the Miami entertainment awards and the Southern entertainment awards. You can vote for Garcia and Heckler in best artist and best freestlye on a mixtape categories, DJ EFN for best DJ, volume 30 for best mixtape, Drain for best producer, and our affiliate City Life for best clothing line. Being that we are still on the topic of the internet, make sure you head over to our forum so that you can leave us feedback or just talk about hip hop in general. If you're a DJ make sure you hit up our newDJ section on the forum. This section is for labels and promoters to post up new music to be downloaded and for DJs to leave charts and feedback. This new section will also help organize Crazy Hoods new DJ organization the "Hood DJ's" which will be a loose affiliation of DJ's across the globe. Crazy Hood Productions is doing this; like our affiliates the Tech.Nitions & the CORE DJ's, to better help network DJ's nationally and abroad. Shouts to Tony Neal (CORE DJ's), DJ RAN (Tech.Nitions), Latin Prince (Bumsquad DJ's), DJ Enuff & Camillo (Heavy Hitters), Mike (Movement Marketing), Guerilla Arc and Greg (South Beat records).
Who would of ever thought Crazy Hood Productions would get themselves in politics! Now you know shit is getting crazy if thats the case. Crazy Hood Productions & CHP Marketing & Promotions have teamed up with the Citizen Change campaign, but then again you already know that cuz you have read all our news updates below... right?...right! Crazy Hood Productions really does feel passionate about this years elections and have not only got involved with Citizend Change but also the Youth Voters Alliance. Speaking of being involved, if you in the Miami area this Saturday the 23rd come check out the Crazy Hoods at Club State alongside other dj's, and artist. Also check us out as we support our local dog Trick Daddy in celebrating his album release Monday the 25th @ Mansion, South Beach. Who knows you might catchDJ EFN doing one of his famed oldschool sets at one or both of these spots! Last but not least make sure you support Crazy Hood Productions and vote for us at the Southern Entertainment Awards. You can vote for DJ EFN, Drain, Heckler, Garcia, and even our affiliate City Life in many of the categories. To vote log on to www.southernentawards.com.
Didn't want to take as long for us to come back atcha with some Crazy Hood updates so here is the scoop on all the latest with the hoods. Garcia is settin himself of as one of the most heard and respect MC's out of Miami. You can hear new songs and freestyles all over the airwaves, not only locally in Miami but in several cities across the country. The buzz on Garcia is getting very intense and most in part to the support from people like you; that read our news and stay updated. Garcia and DJ EFN will be hosting a special showcase during the Source awards weekend. The showcase will be at Sax on the beach in Downtown Miami and will feature local favorite Mayday, the legendary Special Ed and many other groups and artist to be announced. Also look out for Crazy Hood affiliated parties through out the weekend starting this Thursday night. C.H.P. marketing & promotions has just gotten involved with Puffy's "Citizen Change" movement, best known as Vote or Die.CHP wanted to stay out of the political arena but being how important this years elections are we have decided to help in the fight to create awareness to primarily youth and minorities that would more then likely not vote. So if you get a chance come check out many of the parties during the source awards that will be affiliated with this movement or check out there website www.citizenchange.com. Shouts to Mike Moves, Rob Love, Rob Dinero, Jgatzb @ bad boy / PMI, Corey @ DTP and Cando Entertainment.
It's been a long time but Crazy News is back by popular demand!!!!! Well people, Garcia's highly acclaimed album "Anti-Social" is now available at Best Buy , Tower Records , Coconuts and other retail stores and websites. Also available is DJ EFN's latest release which highlights Garcia and Heckler. The mixtape is hosted by no other then the world famous DJ Whoo Kid and if you think that was crazy there are also songs with guest appearances by Kanye West, Timbaland, Dead Prez, CNN, Lil Jon and a whole lot more! Garcia is making quite a name for himself and has earned his stripes as one of Miami's most heard unsigned acts! You can hear Garcia all over the radio with intros, freestyles, and new joints. Check out Garcia's latest banger MIA(305) which features Luc Duc (formerly of Iconz). Besides radio you can also pick up DJ 2nen's latest mixtape "The Best of Garcia" which includes exclusive freestyles, cuts off of "Anti-Social" and joints that didnt make the album. In other news DJ EFN is now a member of the elite CORE DJ's family so not only is DJ EFN with the Tech.Nitions he is also down with the CORE! Shouts to all our peoples holdin us down; Drea and everyone at Buzztone, Tamarra @ Def jam, Mike Moves, NORE, DJ Camillo, SPK, Whoo Kid, Nick Fury, Raham @ MTV, DJ Meddafore, Semp, Ally @ Sax on the beach, DJ Sharpsound, DJ 2Nen, DJ Def, Teddy T, Luc Duc, Timbaland, Roger @ hitman music & all the DJ's supporting us!
Miami once again will be home to OT's and of course the infamous F.O.T.'s. The Crazy Hoods have already begun to dig their trenches and stock up on amo in preparation for the MTV 2004 VMA's and Labor Day Weekend! Unlike most out of town organized events in Miami, MTV has attempted to promote, support and prepare Miami for their coming. Many things are in the works during the week leading up to the VMA's. MTV News interviewed DJ EFN this past week and you can click here to read on some of the things he has to say along with mention of Garcia as the next big thing out of Miami! Also check out the live footage of Garcia rocking it @ I/O in Downtown Miami, opening up for the legendary KRS-ONE. Garcia and the hoods also performed along side KRS-ONE in his Orlando show this past AUG. 10th. If you have never seen KRS-ONE live, we recommend you do so. KRS-ONE live is nothing but pure hip hop music and energy! The big news this month is thatGARCIA's debut album "Anti-Social" will be in stores nationaly SEPTEMBER 21st. If your interested in having Garcia perform in your city call your local hip hop promoter and let them know Garcia is available for promo show. These promo shows will be booked at a first come first serve basis so make sure you act on this quick. The number to call for booking is 305.971.9921 or E-mail us. Shouts to: Frantz in Orlando, Peedo & the Luna Empire, Bun B, Rahman & Sway @ MTV, DJ Sharpsound, and everyone showing love and support!
Big things are bubbling in the world of Crazy Hood but if your in tune to the hoods then you should already know that but for those that don't here is the deal! DJ EFN's "History in the Making" is doing just that - Making History! You can pick up the joint on almost any mixtape site like mixtapekings.com, mixtapeone.com, mixunit.com, bestmixtape.com and pretty much any other mixtape spot around. Volume 30 was also recently covered on MTV, you can check it out here. The next DJ EFN project focuses on CHP's most prominent artist Garcia & Heckler. This mixtape is sure to stir up the scene with features and guest sure to blow everyone's minds! Crazy Hood is being watched as one of the most promising organizations in South Florida and the stakes are starting to get high but for all you Crazy Hood fans you have not to worry that Crazy Hood will not settle or come wrong! So unless the industry conforms to us, well then indie is how we stay! As a matter of fact come check out Garcia and the Hoods live on stage along side Krs-1 Aug. 7th @ I/O (Downtown Miami) and Aug. 10th in Orlando Florida. Last but not least for all you G-Unit fans or Mountain Brother fans (hmmm sounds crazy back to back! lol) our dog CHOPS has put together a mixtape of exclusive production on G-Unit & 50 Cent tracks, so check out more of the heat Chops is serving by taking advantage of this special treat. Download for free the whole "Hook or by Crook" mixtape here. So stay tuned and while your hear hit our forum (no registration needed) and let us know what's on your mind!