The brilliant new release from the Iconic MC who amazingly continues to raise the bar to phenomenal new heights  that have never been seen before in Hip Hop. Accompanied by the cutting edge, futuristic, multi-tiered and streetwise musical landscapes of NYC’s brightest producer Solar, Guru breathes new life into true lyricism and together Guru and Solar bring forth relevant conceptual songwriting that will have all the Real Heads immediately addicted to this album. Guru 8.0 Lost and Found is a major compliment to Guru’s legendary musical legacy and shows that his love for the artform and culture called Hip Hop is  thriving greatly. This is a pure Hip Hop record that defines a crucial new direction and paves the way for a creatively intelligent change from the “same old thing”. This is the 4^th release from Guru and Solar on their 7 Grand label and without a doubt listeners will be totally enthralled and thoroughly impressed by the intense musical chemistry of this dynamic duo. Guru 8.0 Lost and Found, unlike the last two Jazzmatazz releases from 7 Grand, focuses away from outside features and instead allows for Guru and his immediate family to really shine on the mic. Solar comes through to drop gems on a few joints showing that not only is he a top producer, but that he can also “spit fire” with the best. Joining in as well is the mixtape legend Dj Doo *** and Philly’s own K. Born and Highpower. There is also a key guest vocal performance from  UK soul man Omar, who skillfully flows over a superb Solar track complimenting Guru’s urgent rhyme delivery. All in all Guru 8.0 Lost and Found is a must for any self-proclaimed Hip Hop connoisseur. If Real Hip Hop has been lost, you will now find it alive and well here in this new classic from 7 Grand Records.

Guru and Solar are pleased to announce the completion of our most successful groundbreaking Timebomb World Tour of 2008. This tour has been the biggest World Tour of any independent Hip Hop act/label this year and clearly exemplifies the impact the Guru, Solar, Jazzmatazz and 7 Grand are having on the Music Industry today. The Timebomb World tour kicked off in Jan 2008 and has brilliantly taken the Jazzmatazz concept to more than 75 cities around the globe on a grass roots level that has never been seen before. 7 Grand took this original, unique and prestigious brand of Hip Hop around the world directly to the people who appreciate it the most and who rely on the inspiration and motivation that it provides. Our “killer” Hip Hop/ Jazz set produced by Solar has consistently proved without a doubt that Guru and Solar own the best Hip Hop/ Jazz show on the planet and that 7 Grand is a vital catalyst in keeping Real Hip Hop alive for the future. The cool thing was that the crowds were so vastly mixed and included many 7 Grand supporters of varied ages, generations and backrounds. This type of generation bridging has never before been seen in the industry on this level and should not go unnoticed.

Another important element of this World Tour was that were there on the road during the time that our new president Barack Obama was elected. Because of myself and Solar’s credible, articulate and intelligent nature, we were asked by many overseas media outlets to comment on our feelings about this historic event and the influences of the Hip Hop Culture on the outcome. Do note that 7 Grand, Guru and Solar are uniquely on the rise during this great time for America and the World and although we are not politicians in any way, we do provide the level-headed, creatively intelligent, charismatic, youthful yet mature, dependable leadership that is essential to the growth and positive change the Hip Hop culture so desperately needs. In the way that our new president has inspired the hopes and dreams of Americans and the rest of the World, 7 Grand is committed to being guardians of Real Hip Hop and providing the necessary guidance that will put a better face on Hip Hop and Urban Music Culture.

Furthermore, here at 7 Grand we are currently putting the finishing touches on our new record slated for release late March 2009. Yes, another banger from Guru and Solar that you will want to add to your collection!

The 2nd round of 7 Grand MC Contest will continue for two more weeks. Only new artists that have not yet been chosen as finalists should enter. Make sure you are registered at www.7grandweshare.com as a member to be eligible to win. Peace!

The 2nd round of the 7 Grand MC contest has now begun. Entrees will be excepted by phone message at (917) 334 4081 and by mp3 submissions to 7grandrecords@live.com.
In order to be eligible to win you must register as a member at www. 7grandweshare. com.
Peace!

Here is the list of first round finalists, If you find your name here make sure that you are registered as a member at www.7grandweshare.com so you can be eligible to win. Peace!

1. Ace Hustle
2. Verbal 12
3. See Watts
4. Ciphurphace
5. Reflectionz
6. Big Jux
7. Subtext
8. Merc Versus
9. Iyana
10. Leaf (UK)

Be one of 8 Real Hip Hop Heads to win VIP passes to see Guru and Solar live in concert on Sept 27th. All you have to do is send in a cool comment about how you would love to see Guru and Solar live for the first time. If you have seen Guru or Guru and Solar before, let us know how you enjoyed it and would love to see the new show.
Do not miss the chance to be a part of this historic Hip Hop event as Guru returns triumphantly to his hometown of Boston along with NYC's brightest producer Solar!

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While these top so-called Hip Hop Celebs and "Fame-aholics" are hanging out in the political arena endorsing candidates and taking permanent vacations from what's really going on, who is taking care of Real Hip Hop? While these "Fame-aholics" are out there involving themselves with everything other than Real Hip Hop, Solar, myself and the 7 Grand Team will be here in the trenches on the grind making sure that Real hip Hop stays alive. Peace!

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