“This new record by MC Shad Ali, a Wilkinsburg native, is perfect for listeners in search of a mature hip-hop sound. The album has an East Coast feel, with content that reflects strong Pittsburgh roots. A range of producers — including Chuck Yayger and J Card — help to create the perfect backdrop for Ali's poetic lyrical style: Lyrics such as "Stimulate unzip a file / minutes and seconds don't measure ours / I was early, spent my life waiting wild young and free" will definitely garner a second listen. Songs like "Outside of Me" show Ali's ability to be subjective regarding his life and circumstances, while other songs, such as "You're Responsible," highlight how he's able to be objective without being preachy. Jeremiah Davis”

“Shad Ali is a Pittsburgh based hip hop artist. Shad sits down with Ed and Day to discuss the writing process of his newest album and coming up in the hip hop scene.Check out Shad Ali's new album - Speaquinox available to stream at soundcloud.com/shad_ali@ShadAli_@EdBaileyComedy@DayBracey@Partnersp”

““The Speaquinox” finds Shad displaying his growth as an artist over a medley of eccletic backdrops, in addition to celebrating his 28th birthday, which is also the first day of the Spring Equinox. This project features fellow Pittsburgh artists Mars Jackson, Hubbs, C.H.R.I.S., Rena’ Alexis, Kid Sugoi, Goldsmith, & Jeremiah Marcel.”

“Pittsburgh emcee Shad Ali impresses with his poetic project, The Speaquinox. Fans of classic hip-hop will quickly find appreciation for The Speaquinox within the first couple tracks. With captivating wordplay and unorthodox airy production, Shad is able to breathe new life into his old school sound. The young crooner was able to tab features from a slew of other Pittsburgh artists including Mars Jackson, Hubbs, Goldsmith and more. Stream The Speaquinox below.”

“The smooth-flowing, mellow-voiced rapper offers rhymes about the hardships of his Wilkinsburg upbringing while introducing his ambitious persona on this debut album. On "Forbes Ave.," Ali shares his story of finding solace while walking along the road that spans many of Pittsburgh' s eastern neighborhoods. While reflecting on some less-fortunate life experiences, the MC preaches aspirations on "Pioneer," rapping: "Acquainted with the struggle but I can' t embrace poverty / generate funds and build my hood up properly." In addition to Ali' s introspective lyrics, the album includes great production from Baka, Depo Shot, PLAN and Sven Diamond.”

“Jon Quest teams up with Maticulous for ”No Re Runs,” a 5 song EP with a straight hip hop feel. Quest enlists Beedie and ShaD Ali for some well placed features to really make this EP worth re running.”

“TreeJTV2 Ghosty and Shad Ali link up for a video to their latest track entitled "Pots" Produced By Baka (@BeatGeek1982) Shot By Glass Canon Films (@SHOTandCUT & @pamnesiac) Follow Ghosty and Shad on Twitter: @Ghosty58s and @ShadAli_ Ghosty - New Rhymes Cinema coming soon”

“A dope collaboration from Pittsburgh emcees Shad Ali and Ghosty over a track from Atlanta producer Baka from a yet-to-be-titled upcoming project.”

“ YO IF YOU WANNA HEAR SOME REAL, AUTHENTIC HIP HOP, THEN BUMP THIS. PITTSBURGH’S GHOSTY & SHAD ALI BRING THE HEAT IN THIS NEW TRACK. ”

“There's a ton of talented dudes in Pittsburgh but I think when it really comes down to some hiphop shit Ghosty definitely is in the top 3 for rhyme schemes and all around hiphop understanding but Shad Ali really gave him a run for his money on this track. Shad is quickly becoming one of my favorite artist and the ghosted one has been for a minute so it's dope to catch them on the same track (You can also hear them together on Vills track Royalty). I'm also a dude that loves visuals and Ghosty hasn't had many of recent.”

“[video] Ghosty & Shad Ali "Pots"”

“Ghosty – Pots (feat. Shad Ali)”

“Where Pittsburgh and Atlanta meet, Shad Ali & Ghosty from Pittsburgh spit some flames over ATL producer, Baka's track. This will be seen on a new project coming soon”

“Video”

“The 58s & MOA Present The Official “Pots” Music Video”

“With his aptly named follow up project, the Brooklyn-based beatmaker by way of Pittsburgh comes together with an assemblage of his hometown emcees to bring you The Confluence EP. While the direction of the project keeps a traditional hip hop feel, rooted in boom-bap and soul, maticulous keeps it fresh providing a classic vehicle to drive this new wave of old school out of The Steel City."”

“A few months back I got a call from Ghosty from the 58s asking if they could use a space we have for a video him and Shad Ali were shooting for the song “Pots.” Check out the video and watch for cameos from the Blasfamily dog Lil Kim, Beedie, Mayo, The Come Up Boys and Hubbs.”

“Other performers included Tek Bennet, Shad Ali, Dot Da Joker, Ira Soul, Simone Davis, The Soul Kids, Southside Family, Statement Records, GMFL Records, Y Money, Cash Ave, D Yerk, Landon Johnson, B.O.L.O, Hakim Rasheed and The Agency.”

“Added: 24 Apr 2012 Currently 2.90/512345 Rating: 2.9/5 (10 votes cast) Embed: Forum: A dope collaboration from Pittsburgh emcees Shad Ali and Ghosty over a track from Atlanta producer Baka from a yet-to-be-titled upcoming project.”

“There's a ton of talented dudes in Pittsburgh but I think when it really comes down to some hiphop shit Ghosty definitely is in the top 3 for rhyme schemes and all around hiphop understanding but Shad Ali really gave him a run for his money on this track. Shad is quickly becoming one of my favorite artist and the ghosted one has been for a minute so it's dope to catch them on the same track (You can also hear them together on Vills track Royalty).”

“Illumination 2, Reason & EOS, Doclvly, Shad Ali, Pav Medicinal, CreativeChemistry, Eye of the Storm”

“Merry Christmas from Shad Ali & Ghosty- Pots(Produced by Baka) "All For The Love" from Shad Ali.Coming Soo”

“GENRE : HIP HOP / RAP”

“Pittsburgh artist ShaD Ali returns from hiatus with his second solo effort entitled, "All For The Love". This tape features fellow 'Burgh artists Beedie, Hubbs, Ghosty, DC, & LOS of Folkland. Backdrops provided by: Kobrah, Baka, Sven Diamond, Primavera Vills, Wil Madden, Ohbliv, 14KT and Depo Shot.”

“Pittsburgh artist ShaD Ali returns from hiatus with his second solo effort entitled, "All For The Love". This tape features fellow 'Burgh artists Beedie, Hubbs, Ghosty, DC, & LOS of Folkland. This tape features original production by: Kobrah, Baka, Sven Diamond, Primavera Vills, Wil Madden, Ohbliv, 14KT, & Depo Shot. Follow ShaD Ali on Twitter: @ShadAli_”

“Pittsburgh emcee Shad Ali just dropped his second project entitled, All For The Love. Shad is joined by a huge family of people on this one including features from fellow artists Beedie, Hubbs, Ghosty, DC, & LOS of Folkland as well as production from Kobrah, Baka, Sven Diamond, Primavera Vills, Wil Madden, Ohbliv, 14KT and Depo Shot. It’s dope check this out!”

“Pittsburgh MC’s Shad Ali and Ghosty trade witty verses over soulful production from Decatur, Atlanta producer Baka. “Pots” is a prequel to an upcoming project by Shad Ali & Baka. Independently, Shad Ali and Ghosty are preparing solo releases for early this summer.”

“I'm proud to present to you my new project entitled, "The Confluence EP", which consists entirely of emcees out of Pittsburgh, PA. Special thanks to Beedie, BlackSun, ShadAli, Hubbs, Los, Lemar French, and Jon Quest - I'm blessed to be able to work with such talented artists.”

“On September 26th, producer maticulous dropped “The Confluence EP“, via Fat Beats. There are 7 head-nodding, boom bap maticulous beats, featuring emcees from his hometown of Pittsburgh; Beedie, Black Sun, Shad Ali, Hubbs, Folkland, Varsity Squad, and Jon Quest. Scratches were provided by DJ Brace. Stream the entire EP below, then hit that free download link.”

“Following up on the heels of The Maticulous EP, the Fat Beats beatmaker drops off his latest project, The Confluence, featuring a host of fellow Steel City emcees”

“With his aptly named follow up project, the Brooklyn-based beatmaker by way of Pittsburgh comes together with an assemblage of his hometown emcees to bring you The Confluence EP. While the direction of the project keeps a traditional hip hop feel, rooted in boom-bap and soul, maticulous keeps it fresh providing a classic vehicle to drive this new wave of old school out of The Steel City."”

“ Shad Ali connects with Beedie for this Smoker's Anthem "Super Live." Shad Ali dropped his second single off his next project ALL FOR THE LOVE. This track with fellow pothead Beedie is a definite repeat track. The cover art tells the story of this studio session while D.C. controlled the boards. Check out the Sounds! Follow them on Twitter: @ShadAli_ x @Beedie412”

“Fat Beats’ producer maticulous lines up several Pittsburgh’ emcees for his new EP ‘The Confluence’. One of my favorite tracks is the interlude with Shad Ali. Download the complete EP here.”

“The 58′s crew hailing from Pittsburgh dropkick some optical heat as affiliates “Ghosty and Shad Ali” combine and transform the track”

“Pittsburgh artist ShaD Ali returns from hiatus with his second solo effort entitled, “All For The Love”. This tape features fellow ‘Burgh artists Beedie, Hubbs, Ghosty, DC, & LOS of Folkland. This tape features original production by: Kobrah, Baka, Sven Diamond, Primavera Vills, Wil Madden, Ohbliv, 14KT, & Depo Shot.”

“Real impressed with this project. All of Maticulous’s beats are on point and they complement the Pittsburgh emcees Jon Quest, Beedie, Shad Ali, Folkland, Hubbs & Black Sun quite nicely giving this EP has a real unified sound. For more music go to maticulousmusic.blogspot.com ”

“Glad to hear Shad Ali put out some new music. Here he spits over Jamal’s 95 jam.”

“Shad Ali blesses us with this track released for his birthday. With each song he puts out I get more excited for his mixtape “All For The Love” set to come out April 15th. Peep the cover art after the jump by Andy Schubert (same dude who did the penguin in the Piffsburgh logo). ”

“The 58′s Ghosty and MOA’s Shad Ali link together for an exclusive track Pots. Download the track here Look out for Shad Ali’s All For The Love dropping May and Ghosty’s New Rhyme Cinema coming soon also.”

“Who first recognized your talents and what it meant to you? My older cousin Tahir Jahi. He has a fearless style of music that I admired. He always was willing to listen to whatever music I was working on, and he holds no punches when providing his opinion on the stuff that I make. Not sure if he knows it, but he’s played a great role in my development as an artist. First problem you have come across? Song structure and arrangement. When I started writing rhymes, it was more for me, and chasing away the stress that I was dealing with. Capturing thoughts in a potent form that would appeal to a listener is a difficulty that I’m working through currently. That I didn’t know how to count bars either, ha. As an up and coming artist what was it that you seen that you needed to improve on? Consistency in releases, my cadence, and my business mind. I’m so critical when it comes to the stuff I do, that it helps and hinders me. Which is weird I know, but I’ll get through it.”

“Rapper Shad Ali. is back with a new single off his All For the Love album, which will be released on May 5. “Super Live (All Day)” enlists fellow pothead Beedie on a guest verse, while Sven Diamond laces the production of this upbeat anthem. Listen as the two emcee’s trade verses celebrating their drug of choice.”

“Shad Ali has been letting go some teasers leading up to his newest project just released called “All For The Love.” This track project features Ghosty, Beedie, DC, Los of Folkland, which he rounds out the rest of the project with solo cuts. You can check out the project for free or “name your price” and support via Bandcamp below.”

“The bar was set fairly high after that but the night continued on with a stellar performance from Shad Ali (@ShadAli_). Shad is an artist from the area that I hadn’t heard much from before. When Cory told me who was performing I was like who is that kid? All he said was trust me he is dope. There are a few people I don’t question about music Cory, my wife and Jon Quest (@JonQuest412). That night I spoke to Quest ( who just released “The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest Season 2“) that night he told he was performing with Shad so I asked him who is this kid? He confirmed pretty much what Cory told me weeks prior “Shad Ali is dope”. o with co-signs from two of the more respected people in the Pittsburgh Hip Hop scene the bar was set very high for Shad. When he came on I was enthralled in the beat that was on for about a minute and a half before I looked up and realized he was free-styling. He went on and on even threw in a shout out to Brainofbmw.com for sponsoring!”

“Yo if you wanna hear some real, authentic hip hop, then bump this. Pittsburgh’s Ghosty & Shad Ali bring the heat in this new track.”

"Pittsburgh up & coming MC Shad Ali is back with his new track “Pots” featuring Ghosty (of the 58s) produced by Baka."

“Shad Ali: The Appetizers EP (2011)”

“MOA Recordings proudly presents the debut EP from Shad Ali. "This is up and coming hip hop artist name Shad or Shad Ali from Wilkinsburg, PA”

“ShaD Ali's debut mixtape "The Appetizers EP" available for download on Rep Pgh Hip Hop.com”

“This is the next single off of Cookin’ In My Mind’s Kitchen debut mixtape from ShaD”

“This is up and coming hip hop artist name Shad or Shad Ali from Wilkinsburg, PA. Shad has been writing for over 7 years and has recently decided that it was time for the world to hear what he has to say.”

“A remake of Jamal's 1995 track entitled, "Keep It Real" Shot & Edited by Luke Shannon Mixed By Soy Sos at Tuff Sound Recording Studio Follow Shad Ali & Luke Shannon on Twitter: @ShadAli_ & @LukeShannon3”

“Shad Ali featuring Beedie and DC, just released the single, ”Super Live (All Day)” from his upcoming project! “All For The Love” is scheduled to drop on May 5th, 2013! The song was Produced by Sven Diamond and released in conjunction with MOA Recordings. Download their song now by clicking this yellow link. Rapper Shad Ali (Featured in the picture to your right) is back with a new single off his next project; “All For the Love.” An album, which will be released on May 5. “Super Live (All Day)” enlists fellow pot-head Beedie on a guest verse, while Sven Diamond laces the production of this upbeat anthem. Listen as the two emcee’s trade verses celebrating their drug of choice. To find out more information about both artists, check out their social media links below: ”

“A dope collaboration from Pittsburgh emcees Shad Ali and Ghosty over a track from Atlanta producer Baka from”