Rap artist JB Da Fat Boi has shared a moving message of sympathy and hope with me, one directed to the victims, families and friends of the recent Connecticut school shootings. I’d like to share it with you: “Once again, my heart goes out to all the families in Connecticut. I personally know how it…
Social media is all about connecting and sharing with other people. For up and coming rap and hip hop artists, there is no better way to reach a huge audience than social media. There are millions of aspiring artists (singers, songwriters, musicians) out there clamoring to be heard, be seen and be recognized. How do…
The Real Big P has some great things going for him. He’s smart, he’s lyrically talented, and he writes honestly about his own life. Good rap music should tell a story, and I always like it when I hear rap that’s about personal experiences. Big P is young but he’s been through a lot in…
Ok, the reason I called this post “The Prince Charming of Rap” is because, rap talent aside, Cory Lyons is handsome. SERIOUSLY handsome. SO handsome that at first I mistakenly thought, “Wow, a guy this good looking? No WAY he can rap.” Was I wrong. This 18-year-old from Johns Creek, GA, has two older brothers,…
If you saw Emily Yasko on the street, you’d think, “Aw, what a cute girl!” White, fresh-faced, cute as a button, Emily sends out a very normal vibe. But wait til you hear her rap. Emily Yasko is a female rap artist. Yes, rap. As in gangstas, gold teeth and gold chains. Except that Emily…
When I sat down to seriously listen to JB Da Fat Boi, I’ll be honest; I expected some good music, good lyrics and good beats. What I heard was the beginning of a new rap movement and the grittiest, most politically charged lyrics I’ve heard in a long time. JB has had it pretty rough.…
Stephanie Curtis – The Face of the New South Stephanie Curtis, a 22-year-old model from Atlanta, isn’t shy about expressing herself. She can go from friendly to fierce in an instant, on camera and off. She’s passionate. She’s focused. She’s determined to make a success of her life and make her mark. She represents the…
Hot new Atlanta rapper King Roscoe is intelligent, innovative and imaginative. He sends his powerful message with clever wording, great video production and visuals. He’s got the beats, the style, and the girls. And he’s only 9 years old. Al’Dreco “King Roscoe” Booker-Jones is a powerhouse of energy and motivation. His message? Stay in school.…
A variety of quotes from the King of Punk Rap, Waka Flocka Flame. ———————————————————————————- My advice to a young, up-and-coming rapper is: dreams come true; you can survive hard times; keep pushing; do not change; don’t try to be another rapper that somebody implied that you sound like or remind them of; always know what…
Deep Commotion 