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VIDEO: BILAL-LITTLE ONE

Please grant the Blind I team a late pass for posting this new video for “Little One.” Autism is a cause the singer has helped spread awareness about, since his own son was diagnosed with the condition. The words to the song  will nearly bring tears to your eyes. I really respect him for using his music as a platform for dialogue.

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BILAL-THINK IT OVER (EXILE REMIX)

Bilal’s Airtight’s Revenge was such a well constructed album that any remixes or covers would be hard to entertain. But Exile is also a master at his craft, so when his remix of “Think It Over” landed in the inbox, it was worth a listen. It’s an uptempo slant on the original but it doesn’t distract too much from the beauty of the lyrics. Check it out.

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VIDEO: BILAL-ROBOTS

Bilal worked with French director Mikael Colombu for the ill visuals to his single”Robots.” I’ve been feeling all of his videos from Airtight’s Revenge.  Both musically and visually he’s pushing the envelope.

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BLIND I ARTIST SPOTLIGHT-BILAL

In the middle of auditioning for back up singers in Manhattan, Bilal Oliver was kind enough to sit down with Blind I to discuss re-emerging from a musical hiatus, the aftermath of Love for Sale leaking and releasing his highly-anticipated album, Airtight’s Revenge (out Sept. 14 via Plug Research). The album is exceptional, so make sure you order a copy. Special thanks to Artoffacts PR and Emiliano of Soulploitation for shooting. Enjoy.

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VIDEO: BILAL-ROBOTS (LIVE IN BELGIUM)

Bilal’s European tour seems like it has been a great one. I’ve seen lots of footage of his electric performances at beautiful venues. This video shows him performing a track from his upcoming album, Airtight’s Revenge called “Robots.” Takes a while for him to warm up but once he does it’s amazing. Love the way it was shot. Shouts to Rawemag.

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VIDEO: BILAL INTERVIEW WITH GREEDMONT PARK

The good people over at Greedmont Park did a lengthy interview with Mr. Bilal Oliver about his upcoming album (which we posted snippets of), Airtight’s Revenge. Since Bilal was off the grid for a little while this update is necessary. In this three-part discussion, he touches on everything from Love for Sale leaking, his experiences with artists like Dilla,  to the new record fans are anxiously waiting on.

Parts 2 and 3 after the jump.

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BILAL – AIRTIGHT’S REVENGE ALBUM ART W/ COMMENTARY BY Q-TIP & PHONTE

With his new full length album coming out soon on Plug Research the artist known to most as Bilal is getting ready for his triumphant return. We dropped some gems earlier on Blind I so you should be reacquainted with what’s to come.

The cover art is pretty ill though. Has a BDP “By Any Means Necessary” ala “Malcolm X” classy vibe to it.

Check the interviews with Q-Tip and Phonte with what they have to say about Bilal and the music. After the drop!

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BILAL-AIRTIGHT’S REVENGE [ALBUM SNIPPETS]

Last month, I attended Bilal’s listening session for his upcoming release (we’ve been waiting almost a decade for) Airtight’s Revenge. He chronicled each song reflectively, explaining the personal meaning behind each track. This is a very emotional record for the singer, with traces of politics, passion, and resilience sprinkled throughout it. He said Bilal fans that are looking for love songs are going to discover a new side of him through this project. It’s a very different sound from what you’re probably expecting.  It might be a grower for some. But as it blared through the speakers, the people in the room were moved at points. It’s heavy and beautiful at the same time. And the songwriting is Bilal at his finest. Here are some snippets. I think “All Matter” is my favorite. September 14th it’s all yours. Streams after the jump. Indulge.

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