Sorry to hear you are not stoned maybe the aliens are packing though.

Uk rap is rap, US rap is rap, rap is music, music is a form of artistic expression and therefore subjective. In other words one is not “better” than the other.

Having DJ’d hip hop for 20 years and created it myself for about the same length of time I’ve seen a fair amount or music referred to as rap. Even within the UK we have drill, boom bap, grime, r&b/soul influenced rap, garage and drum and bass. All of the above include rap (some more than others) and all are valid forms of expression.

Personally I’m a sucker for more boom bap leaning hip hop. Musically linked to the 90s/early 2000s but there’s plenty of modern day stuff out there and plenty of UK stuff that equals US stuff for me in terms of quality, with subject matter I can better relate to.

Just a few examples of my tastes:
Pretty much anything put out on High Focus records
Pretty much anything put out on Blah records
Pretty much anything produced by The Alchemist
Griselda

I can’t stand west side gun though his annoying voice and stupid gun noises. Sounds like a little boy. Brings down Griselda as a whole. Benny and Conway are fire though I just think the thug shit has past its sell by date. I’ll listen to 50, big L pun and prodigy if I want the thug shiz. Can’t beat it. But Harry shotta on drum n bass destroys 99% of all rappers across all genres. The guys a monster.

Boom boom boom boom!!! how can you not like Westside.

I can't even listen to American shit any more, not even the old stuff that used to be good. UK rap shits all over the US, Americans just aren't with it at all.

the US stuff has turned very hollywood, non of it seems real or relatable anymore

US all the time. The amount of UK rap people have tried to get me to like... Just awful.

American for me..just the vibes are a lot better and authentic

yess pistach <3 totally agreed

CANNOT RELATE TO US RAP ALWAYS BEEN ABOUT UK FOR ME FROM SKINNYMAN TO THAT DRILL STUFF.

Uk rap for me personally mate

You've called it, the era of UK rap is upon us

is that even a question? i thought they didnt have hard drugs here

American rap has always taken first place, the amount of quality American rappers is a lot, and also guys like K-dot, J.cole... (just some examples), you can't really find their UK equivalent. However, British rap is much better nowadays, Dave for example is one of my fav rappers, so young but so talented his ceiling is incredible. I also think J Hus, Aj Tracey, Skeps, Giggs and Kano are fantastic rappers, but there is much less of quality British rappers for me personally. Like I can list of more American rappers that I like than British rappers. I'm not a HUGE fan of Drake, but a lot of credit to him for making British rap a lot more popular in the US + worldwide. But at the moment the one rapper I see breaking through to American heights of rappers is Dave, so so talented, and he has a natural knack for instruments. He also loves listening to movie soundtracks and different music as he finds it inspiring which I thought was really cool. Shows that he has a keen eye for production as well.

They are both good I listen to both

The yanks will always have that crown, but in terms of battle rap, the UK is fuckin miles ahead imo. The US battle rap scene is so disappointing man.

and we think identity politics is bad now

There's a 1989 Japanese horror film called Tetsuo that ties in with this description. It's about a chap who starts grafting pieces of metal onto his body. Freaky fucked-up stuff.

I know it well! Great movie.

It's a bit vague if you ask me because it means *everything* that comes after us: AI, cyborgs, augmented humans and god knows what else. I prefer "trans-humanism" which implies people transcending the human body.

Post Humanism means information tech based evolution whereas transhumanism means the "everything"

If an individual has a cranial implant to reduce epileptic fits, have they entered a Post Humanist phase?

Transcending the human body?
I believe that this is called Death.

version 1 is a little more humble than that, but hell if you're into magnets

*When* is post humanism?

That's a lot like the question "When is the Singularity?" the moment that artificial intelligence passes humans'. A lot of people laughed at Kurzweil's predictions for this happening in the 2020s, but with all the progress in the last year and the exponential curve this is following he might be right.

It might be easier to say its coming than it's here. If you work as an uber driver or a stock trader you are already taking orders from an a.i. entity much smarter than you.

One word - Skynet.

Post humanism hahah... maybe parasitism? As a species we are already doing it.
Btw. Im down only for analogue transhumanism in any case.

but brain-mix tapes are going to be a pain this way

what is analogue transhumanism?

In essence it is man being puppeted by Satan into trying to eradicate God. To replace God with a counterfeit. It is the attempt at justifying what was done in the Garden of Eden and fulfilling Satans promise that 'ye will be as Gods'.

I would argue we are already in a post-humanist world, and have been for some time, with the evolution of media, pointedly the internet, on group mentality, opinion and aligning of thought. All through intense, persistent and unrelenting social pressure, various political propagandas and essentially, marketing.

The coagulation of collective conscious intentions via the internet, dispersing opinion, values and philosophies, dispenses of the opinion forming skills of those exposed to it more and more as generations turn over. This has happened in stages since the introduction of the web and I believe can be prevalently seen in the west. In particular, in political states which lean more towards capitalism, as this effectively 'supercharges' the evolution of these mass influences.

We as humans are physically not really evolving any more, Darwinism isn't exactly hitting the spot for us, take a walk through any small town centre and I'm sure you'll find it hard to disagree (We do still hold the record as the best long distance land animal though if I'm not mistaken). We do however evolve behaviourally at an astronomical scale when compared to other species.

Whether the invocation of an effective 'hive mind' on our selves causes us to enter a state of 'post' humanism is open to debate of course, but i think on the Richter scale of change it scores rather high.

Much like me, I am also very high.

When banks create a new loan they must also create an equal and opposite liability, in the form of a new demand deposit. Meaning when banks loan they create money out of thin air. They simply make it exist.

There is a really good series on YouTube that goes in to great depth about how it all works.

https://www.youtube.com/user/whygoldandsilver

nice man, thanks for sharing will 100% be putting this on later

I binged watched the series in one night. No regrets haha. Really gets the brain matter flowing. That link is to his main channel, it seems he has a lot of new content. Even some videos on crypto.

This is the link to his main series I was talking about, that goes in to great depth on banking, the federal reserve, fiat currency and economics as a whole. Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyV0OfU3-FU&list=PLE88E9ICdipidHkTehs1VbFzgwrq1jkUJ

thanks muchly, think you might like richard werner

I do indeed. Interesting solutions. Mike's series (if I remember correctly, it's been a few years) doesn't really go in to any solutions to the many economical issues we have, if at all. So this was a nice listen. Ty!

Quantitative Easing.

The ECB have been doing it for years, with no federal reserve at all.

All countries do it to a greater or lesser extent.

The reason the (US) dollar is so popular is they have a federal reserve (gold).

The reason the Euro is failing is it's based upon the German banks and their megalomaniacal desire to control Europe.

There is no EU federal reserve. Only German banks.

When the EU (and Euro) collapses, Germany will be fine, the other 26 member states will fail.

Invest as you will.

Cheers. BB

Petrodollar is interesting on another topic. What do you think ? It’s funny what is out there that the vast majority of people do not know about in the financial and political landscape. The petrodollar is perplexing to me

Money is just an I Owe U ... it says so on your GBP £ notes ! something like ... ''I promise to pay the bearer the sum of twenty pounds'' .... hmmm? but you are handing over a physical £20 note made out of paper or plastic. BUT it still is an I OWE YOU, because the actual note is a ''promise TO pay'' .. the note is not backed up by gold anymore...back in the day... money was real... now it is just digital numbers on screens, according to my limited knowledge about it. I will keep up with this thread tho, as I would like to hear what others on LB think :)

Banks also "Trade Client" funds in a range of assets from , bonds, to stocks hence why you will receive interest each month or annually on your account; that is miniscule compared to what they generate from trading your funds (which is also why your funds are insured). but there are many aspects to this and variables as i've read below each of which is pretty much true.

Spot on smokey!

"since banks work as the accountants of record – while the rest of the economy assumes they are honest accountants – it is possible for the banks to increase the money in the accounts of some of us (those who receive a loan), by simply altering the figures. Nobody else will notice, because agents cannot distinguish between money that had actually been saved and deposited and money that has been created ‘out of nothing’ by the bank” - Richard Werner

Yes if they say its "in the bank" that's all it takes to do what they want with it - regardless of whether it exists.

Banks literally print money and we are expected to accept it has value when in actual fact there is nothing backing fiat currencies anymore. Used to be that dollar was backed by gold reserves then oil but now its backed by the promise... Basically the whole world is in a debt/credit spiral that will unravial at some point...

The dollar will collapse, thank me later

CBDC coming soon.. to a place near you!

(Not Financial Advice) 🥸

One word. Credit.

They don't create money, they create an illusion. Pepe is the only money worth anything

Money printer go brrr

All began with financial deregulation in the 1970’s . The banks just click some buttons and magic. Then you pay them back, what a business!!!

This is a major cause of inflation. They are putting money that hasn’t been earned yet from the future in todays circulation . That’s why our money 💰 s worth fuck all now. Well one of the many reasons;)

I thought we just discovered all money, is in fact, cake.

not individual banks! but they do make money lol dont make much sense does it

little ben

When a bank makes a loan it is creating fiat currency

It grows on trees

It's depending on the existing customers within the bank actually , so you deposit money into the so called bank but in fact the bank lends it to other people within the banking system and charges interest on that.
Banks are the only ones legally able to create wealth out of thin air , digits on the computer.
For example when you get a loan - digits , but you have return back with interest to the bank Real money from your job , revenue streams.
Circular Banking.

It's all about complex energy numbers.

They don't, they make up fiat currency (£, $, € ect ect) just a bar code number to give it a vaule. Money is only something that can be equally treaded fairly ie gold.

good thread :)

Yes Werner's study explains the double ledger. The implications being that when you deposit your own fiat, what is really happening is that the banks are purchasing security futures from you with promises to pay. The b of e charter actually explains that they cannot and do not lend money or take deposits.
White rabbit trust on YouTube and youandyourcash.com seek and example plenty of successful remedy.

Drone strikes seem to be the in things these days. But not very legal!! 😂

Right boys wish.com just landed with are drones grab your batteries 🤞

A completely new legislature, validating a parliament.
All validity of Parliament is essentially given by the royals. Hence the ability to prorogue when asked etc.
You are probably looking at a lengthy constitution that encapsulates the Bill of Rights, and other legislation that currently underpins the British citizens rights and collectively forms a constitution.
I expect if it comes it would be an unwinding process over a decade.
The issue is, who do you trust to write the constitution for a constitutional Republic?

To find Jimmy savilles diary

would make a better referendum than brexit :)

seems like the rare situation where a petition could be powerful.

Legalising guillotines.

I never understand what a "unit" of ai is? Individuals or a giant collective mastermind? What could even make individuality or uniqueness? It seems the one man one vote premise is way off in the most fundamental sense.

good point, even if there is an individual whats to stop it from replicating at will?

in the video he says Facebook & Google are reliant on the loyalty of their clientele, which is exactly why i deleted my Facebook account, but people think they are getting something for nothing, sure you can give Facebook and google all your personal data which is obviously worth money, but hey you can look at someone you went to school with's dinner, good deal right?

Will Smith - jiggy with it was co ghost written by Nas

Miami was also written by nas

Most well known one is Jay Z doing most of Dr Dre 2001. Run DMC - Can You Rock This was by LL cool J. ODB return to the 36 chambers was all written by Rza and Gza

The Chronic was written by D.O.C 2001 was mainly Jay Z. Luda did bits as well. There are videos of them doing the bars in the way Dre would so he know how to do it

world shattered 🤯 still good album lol

Biggie’s "Mo Money Mo Problems" – (biggie’s & diddy’s verse) – co-written by Mase, Jadakiss, & Ed Bernard

Jada was a sick writer

jadakiss has ghost written most of them

Pharoahe Monch ghostwriting for Diddy and then Diddy doing a bad Pharoahe impression was very sad

That's exactly where leadership is supposed to do it's job, instead of assuaging fears the American leaders used them to get the war machine going.

If someone isn't going to make a buck out of it we aren't going to ever notice it.

There was no passengers or commercial planes.

Thrill of the fight 💪💪 messes you up though😅

Is this the boxing one? I think I saw a game play video a while back and I got a sweat on just watching it lol.

its amazing, you fight with your heart right from the start

iron man, even if youve had enough of marvel the flying experience is unique and amazing

and better writing and directing than late era marvel films

Currently playing The Exorcist: Legion. Seems quite good so far.

I'll keep an eye on this thread for recommendations though!

Beat Saber, it's a light saber rhythm game.

I love it but I'm reeeally bad at it. Fine to start with but when it speeds up I'm done lol

Glad I’m not the only one 😂

Good game for parties and people who are new to VR as it’s quite intuitive. Easy to pick up and play but tricky to master.

Yeah definitely great if you've got people around lol. Is there any bowling games that you know are good. Ooo or maybe darts or something. I'll have to have a Google!

Anyone tried Gorilla Tag? The Crotch Goblins play it. I'm creased just watching them but never tried it although they keep asking me to!

Thanks man - really helpful. My order states I can dispute from today, but perhaps the button will appear tomorrow (10 days after it was marked as sent)...edit: it just appeared!

I'm really contemplating micro dosing psilocybin to treat my depression, I can't believe that the SSRI based drugs we get given are even approved. I was a pure vegetable on them and not even that much happier. For me the depression was better than that shit

100%. I'm far from qualified on the subject but from vast personal experience with them I found them to be useless at best and dangerous at worst.

You could try Shrekage's micro dosing course, when available. Unlike SSRI's I would say there is little to zero harm in trying. If you do decide to micro dose I would love to hear the results.

Yes, nasty things I only took them for like a week and that was enough for me. I have been micro dosing but not with shrek's course, but it is similar. 200mg Psilocybe Cubensis 100mg of Lionsmane and Chaga and 100mg of Niacin.

I have been taking a 2 day break after dose day in line with the Faddiman protocol and I've had a mixed uptake so far. More than anything though is that you live in the present and appreciate things more. With my son going through cancer treatment my mind has been going crazy with what could happen but so far I find It easier to not worry about it with the microdosing. But I have only been doing it a week so I will report after a month in further detail.

Thanks for exploring alternatives to prescription medication. It makes me feel better knowing I'm not alone in seeking these treatments.

I am sorry to hear that man. I can't begin to imagine what that must be like. I'm sure you have a great support network, but if you ever need someone to talk to or to listen, I'm always around. I'm glad this can calm your mind a little. My thoughts are with you man, I hope for a fast recovery. <3

I'm eager to see how the dosing turns out, I look forward to any updates.

Thank you, no you are not alone lol. Microdosing is getting much more popular these days, but I guess alot of people who need the help won't be able to while it's illegal. I personally don't care though, I follow the law of God and not the lands.

I have never had the best support but I have had a long time to cope with it now, and he is doing really really well so that helps, I will update you on the course progress after I have done the first month. I plan on doing a breakthrough dose of DMT around that time as well.

That's a good outlook to have. Don't let the law tell you how to live when it comes to your health man.

I'm sorry to hear that. We should talk. I'm glad to hear he is doing well mate, that's awesome. Cool please do. I'd love to breakthrough, I'm not even sure I truly know what that means though.

How is the microdosing going? I microdose too. You could increase your mushroom dose to 300mg and use 400mg of lion's mane and niacin.

I have experienced an increased mental calmness and am developing more patience.

I'm on ssri and beta blockers and weed, it's a trip!

Hmm interesting. Do you think the high from weed is effected?

Personally I'm better on them than not, but I know alot of people that can't do them aswel. I'm pretty sure there's some sort of interaction with the weed as I feel it's a bit different than when I wasn't on ssri! Or I could just be imagining it lol

I'm glad they work for you mate, it's important to keep our mental health in order. I think it's starting on them that is most difficult, once their in your system and your brain has adjusted they can certainly work their magic.

Unfortunately there is very little research on the relationship between cannabis and SSRI's. That does mean your personal experience with the two is just as good as any current scientific consensus, since there isn't one. Personally I doubt it's just your imagination, there is probably something to it.

Without a doubt man the first 2 weeks on ssri was hell, being sick for the first 5 days, no appetite, no sleep, really quite horrible. But now I'm through the other side I'm without a doubt the best I've ever felt in like 10 years!
And yeah I'm sure I feel different with the weed now, it's nothing negative really it sort of feels like it just hits me harder now, which saves me flower atleast lol

3 months in now man!

I have had countless beneficial results and little to none complaints, in regards to the microdose course. From what I have experienced everyone over the age of 25+ can benefit from a simple 2 week course. To go deeper I think it is a vital and lost ingredient to our make up, when it is reintroduced it aligns and treats fractures in the minds and methods. Well worth researching or even trying as the course... it will not interrupt your normal working day or life style and when used with incentives it is a way more powerful tool! To know more please comment or private message me.

TFG