Reviews

Michael Barber “Motion Picture Mayhem 2” – newest album from an award-winning hip-hop artist, under Creative Commons

Following the success of Motion Picture Mayhem Series with over 100,000 downloads and about 12,000 hard copy units in 2008, award-winning hip hop lyricist, promoter and tour musician Michael Barber returns with another hip-hop album, ready to become a surefire hit. Michael has recorded songs with big names in the hip-hop scene such as Akon and Nappy Roots, so make sure to hit it hard when you listen to his music - you'll end up liking it.

BumpTop – transform your desktop into a real 3D workspace!

Tired of staring at your plain, same old desktop for hours? Or you can't seem to find a perfect way to organize all those icons which cover almost half of your desktop? Or you want to put sticky notes on your desktop but they all look so boring? Here's one solution for you - BumpTop! BumpTop transforms your bland desktop into a real 3D desktop. Pin notes on your desktop's floor or bang them up against the wall - you'd surely love playing with your desktop!

Josh Woodward: Breadcrumbs

Josh is definitely one of our favorite Creative Commons artists. We've written about his music twice already featuring Only Whispering and The Simple Life. Now Josh brings us his latest album, Breadcrumbs. Filled with 11 diverse songs ranging from fast to slow, mellow to upbeat, there's really something for everybody. Pair that up with his witty lyrics, relaxing vocals and catchy melodies, Breadcrumbs would be easy to be stuck in your head - and you media player.

[TED Talk] James Burchfield plays (invisible) turntables

Yet another great vocal percussionist is on the loose! James “The AudioPoet” Burchfield had a funny, but jaw-dropping performance in TED Talks last February 2003. He not only showcased his talent in beat boxing, James WOW-ed the people by demonstrating his act of playing an imaginary turntable. He’s not your ordinary beat boxer; he calls himself an “audiopoet” for a reason. His different interpretation and his own created art of human beatbox gave new meaning to hip-hop.

K. Sparks “Super Senior” – fresh release from an emerging Queens hip-hop artist

>K.Spark's previous release, Definition, was a great success on FrostClick/FrostWire and received more than 25,000 downloads in just a couple of days back in January. Now, K.Sparks is back with his newest album - "Super Senior". The project is compose out of 25 very diverse tracks filled with strong beats, real lyrics and some fully skits. Definitely worth a download!
Elephant's Dream

Elephants Dream

There are times when we just seem let our minds create a world of our own, although most of the time, our own worlds are never understood by other people. That's what Elephant's Dream is all about. Rendered and animated from Creative Commons licensed works and sources, Elephants Dream has been dubbed as the world's first 'open movie'. It has also been linked here some months ago. However, it still hasn't lost its charm and power to evoke a lot of emotions from it's viewers' minds. With over half million downloads and still counting, it's one short animation that you should check out; most especially if you are into those movies which make you think deeply.

Acoustic Lounge (Live) by DO-UP – chill out, listen and relax

A fresh cocktail in hand, some soft waves and cool sand under your feet while you listen to a live jazz band might be the perfect, idyllic moment you will think about while listening to this album. Smooth voices, calm rhythms and the distinctive jazz melodies could really get you in that mood. So sit down and relax while listening to Acoustic Lounge Live by DO-UP. With only 4 tracks in their live album, it will give you 27 minutes of that perfect music right out of your speakers, earphones or headphones.

Sweet Home 3D – decorate your home using Windows, Mac or Linux

Redecorating your room or your home can be a headache, especially if you don't know which goes with what, or if this furniture would fit in a small space. But here's a software that home interior designers, decorating enthusiasts and home/apartment owners would definitely like: Sweet Home 3D. Sweet Home 3D helps you visualize whatever floor plan you may have. Available for all platforms, it allows you to add and modify furniture, make rooms, configure size adjustments and preview them all in 3D as if you are a professional interior decorator or a seasoned architect.

I Am Not Lefthanded “Yes Means No” – songs that will not always give a straight answer

What’s the first thing that comes into your mind when someone says, “I am not left-handed?” Bet you’d say that that person’s right-handed. Well, maybe, but this band says that their name doesn’t really describe who they are, but instead, they let their music do the job for them. “Yes Means No” is their debut album released on August 19, 2008. The band dubbed the album’s content as “songs that will not always give a straight answer,” which makes it really catchy and definitely up for anyone’s curiosity. It is packed with 7 alternative-indie-rock songs that will jolt listeners’ sleepy nerves.