Po Politickin

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Boston rapper EK. Growing up in Nigeria, EK realized he was always an outgoing child, able to articulate himself through his words. At the age of 10, EK moved to the United States. Living in an unfamiliar land, he connected with the wrong crowds and constantly struggled to defend his heritage. EK was arrested at 14, and the shocks of possible imprisonment made him realize that he needed to change his ways and find another outlet for his emotions. EK took out a pen and paper and began to write.Currently, EK is collaborating with Ryan Sparker, the co-writer of Eli Reed's album "Nights Like This". EK regularly appears at music venues throughout the Boston area including Church, the Strand Theater, and Bentley College. EK's music has been broadcast on radio stations including 88.9 WERS in Boston, and he has appeared on BNN TV's "Shine" program. EK says, "I want my music to tell my life's story and speak of my challenges adapting to a w

Welcome to another episode of Po Politickin. In this edition, we politick with rapper, singer, songwriter Antonio Breez. Antonio was born in Brooklyn, New York But he currently represents musical talent of Massachusetts .Antonio has been composing his own music since 2005, and is currently signed to Gittuff Entertainment under the management of Jordel Sanchez, along with a variety of Other Musical acts such as rap duo “ Perfekt &Chance “; and the very prosperous “Dmoney Martinez” . Antonio has been blessed with a rich line of musical talent in his family as his great grandfather was a folklore musician in Honduras and his great uncle is an international superstar named Aurelio Martinez.“I feel like Music is something I was born to do!” says Antonio. “It’s a way for me to channel out my emotions and express the way I see things through my eyes. I feel Free!”

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Wrongking rapper, producer, and engineer V8. V8 was born and raised in Pasadena, CA and got involved in the street life as a teen, when he became a member of the Pasadena Denver Lane Bloods. At 19 he was hit with a 2 year prison sentence and some time after his release starting focusing on his music full-time. About 3 years ago he caught the attention of Mitchy Slick who took interest in his musical style and made him an official member of Tha Wrongkind. Since then, V8 has put out 4 or 5 mixtapes, the most recent being "Pasadena State of Mind." Within the last year or so he became a certified music engineer, so on top of rap he also produces, mixes, and masters a lot of his own music. His next release under Wrongkind Records will be "Under the Influence," which is due out July 14th.

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Champ Dibiase. Champ is an aspiring hip hop artist, producer from Maryland, currently residing in Atlanta. Combining clever wordplay, outlandish imagery, a twisted sense of humor and reflective commentaries into distinctive, cutting style sets. Paired with intense, earnest delivery and a unique sound. September 2014 found Champ releasing his first independent project titled 'Pre Season', a collection of five incredible songs, with the lead singles, 'Promise' and 'Addiction Intervention'. October 31, Champ released yet another brilliant EP titled, 'Back On My 6'. With lead singles, 'Red Moon' and 'Put It Down'. Not to have any letdowns, December 17th, Champ released yet another stellar effort, in the new mixtape titled, 'Caesar'. Lead singles off the project are 'Crown Royal' with self titled single and debut video 'Caesar'. Accompanied by his debut video A Day In The Life: Building of Medicii - Champ - 'The Caesar Video...

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Tampa, Florida rapper Trab. Trab discusses his latest project entitled "No Interviews".

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Ether L Banks. Ether L Banks is a female artist based in London and part of a collective group FAMSQUAD from Chicago/Indiana. Ether started indulging in music from an early age after a few sessions with ROOTS MANUVA. Ether L Banks has collaborated with Dizzy Wright , GLC , Gangsta Boo of Three 6 Mafia , Michael Rocks and many more. In 2014 , she released attraction , which garnered over 8,000 views across the web. In 2015 , she released her first audio visual treatment entitled Repent from her debut soundtrack ‘’Purple Light District’’ and went on to gain 30,000 views. To date Ether L Banks and Famsquad have received support from 2DopeBoyz, Complex USA, Allhiphop.com, The Source, Fake shore Dive, MTV, DJ Skee, Sway in the morning, Sirius XM, Hip Hop Nation, On The Come Up TV and many more.

Replacing swift left and right hooks for hooks in captivating compositions, Born 2 Win Entertainment Recording Artist “Chaos” who was born Jameel Laboo, is the next contender fully prepared to compete for Hip Hop distinction. A proficient boxer, the New Jersey native used boxing as a stress reliever until he realized music enabled him to do the same thing and that it was his true calling.Chaos began writing music as a way to just get his feelings out. But after hearing the late Tupac Shakur it became his dream. Growing up in Newark, New Jersey wasn’t easy. He was exposed to the many hardships of his rough, poverty stricken neighborhood. His father was a drug addict which led his mother to take on the responsibility of being a father as well. His mother worked very hard to provide for her children but she wasn’t able to keep up with the mounting bills.Chaos decided to help his mother and took to the streets very young.Newark is a city listed as one of the deadliest places in the world was his home. But he al

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we are rejoined by Philly emcee BloodSport. BloodSport gives us a update on life, current projects, and Team Gold Medal.

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we are rejoined by New Jersey hip hop artist Sam Scarfo. Sam discusses the difference between rapping and being an artist, working with Prodigy of Mobb Deep, and his latest release "5 Million Stories"

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with NY rapper Kenny Shane. Kenny discusses "Think and Grow Rich", new projects and goals for 2015.

Hailing from Los Angeles, California, Dawn McClain has emerged from the same rich soil of so many other great African American singers. Like so many powerhouses and trailblazers in music, Dawn began singing in the church at a very early age. An 80's baby with a splash of 60's and 70's influence, and a sprinkle of gospel roots, she blends and bridges the generation gap between these eras in music, melodically suspending time.Ms. McClain is a Veteran of the United States Air Force, and a natural humanitarian and advocate for women’s health and cancer awareness. Dawn was diagnosed in 2010 with ovarian cancer. Never one to faultier she embraced cancer with GOD’s grace and has been in remission now for four years. Dawn McClain calls the show she gives “The Experience”, because it is just “that” an Experience. If you ask her, how she would like to live out the rest of her days… She would say, “Performing”. There is nothing that she loves more than the opportunity to interact with her supporters. In “The Experienc

Bio:Rapper Slick Rock was born BeJorn Johnson on July 20, 1992. His mother named him after the World’s #1 French Tennis Player, Bjorn Borg. An Atlanta, Ga native raised in the city of Decatur where some of today’s hottest artists were bred, Keri Hilson, Ludacris and more; Bejorn was born to be a star. Slick Rock adopted his rap name from having a slick tongue for rap lyrics and being a rock in his neighborhood. Rock stands hard against all odds and he never backs down from anything.Slick Rock, the 22 yr. old with exquisite looks is bringing something neoteric to the rap game. His sound is strong vocally, hard hitting tracks with slick lyrics to seal it all. Inspired by his older brother who made rap look easy, he guided Slick Rock into rapping and perfecting his skills. Although his skills were amateur and unpolished, he never gave up. Listening and studying some of his favorite rappers T.I., Rocko, and Young Dro brought him up to the level of skill he’s at today, superb.Recently, Slick Rock has been in the s

Who is Dedrick Jamaal? The Baton Rouge, LA lyricist is on his way to becoming hip hop’s next breakthrough artist. After garnering much success from his debut project Overnight and single, “Broadway,” which featured on over 50 urban and internationally publications as well as being voted #1 on numerous music video countdown shows, Dedrick is ready to claim his spot in the hip hop game.Whether it’s crafting feel-good tunes or mellow jams questioning the status quo, Dedrick has a singular sound that sets him apart. Dedrick’s lyrics show an immense thoughtfulness and a big heart at the base of his art. His soulful and energetic delivery allows him to drop lyrical jewels while entertaining listeners with a smooth and polished flow.Now as a part of Blacklight Music Group (home to Dylan Cage and Hey Daem), Dedrick Jamaal is now focused on delivering a quality sound that blends a diverse array of topics with entrancing melodies. His goal is to provide his audience with an authentic experience reminiscent of the clas

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with actress, artist, singer, and songwriter Jahna Sebastian. Jahna Sebastian who was classically trained on piano and earned her degree in “Music Business” at the age of 20 at the prestigious Russian Academy of Music is a multifaceted power house of talent. With her sultry vocals, captivating lyrics, hypnotic beats and exotic beauty she is a force to be reckon with. Not only is she an amazing singer and songwriter, she is an accomplished producer and engineer as well as the owner of a recording studio, Multivizion Music which since its inception has become the nucleus of Russian rap and grime scene in London. She has engineered and produced for many artist including the Russian rapper Oxxxymiron who was named Discovery of the Year at the Russian GQ awards.Ms. Sebastian continues to pursue music while raising her daughter born in 2008 (whose father is American super producer Swizz Beatz) and for three years she had been mostly working b

Welcome to another great edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Milwaukee, Wisconsin emcee Signif. Signif is an uniquely talented emcee who chooses to channel the ART of Hip-Hop in her songs rather than the hype that surrounds the “prototype” of the female emcee. The New York resident, born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was frst turned on to Hip-Hop by her older brothers. At age 8, her love for the music was explored through written expression and her poetic musings progressed to an active participation in Freestyling. Starting in 2009 with Beautifully Flawed, an EP that would introduce her to the game as a viable artist, followed by The Transition in 2010,when people really started to take notice and recognize her as someone who could add something fresh to the Hip-Hop landscape. Helping to keep the ball rolling forward in 2010, she released a remix project as well as several clean and crisp music videos produced by Alphabang Productions. In 2011 and 2012, Signif released both Sign

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with San Diego singer, rapper, and songwriter TalenTD. Po and TalenTD discusses football, current projects, and dream chasing.

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with San Diego hip hop artist Nando. Topics include his label Pacific Ocean Records, Latino rappers, and new projects.

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with New York emcee Jak Skelly. Artist Bio -Born Mike Rivera and hailing from the birthplace of Hip Hop, New York City, Mike was raised on the pioneers of hip hop, from Nas to Wu-Tang to Big Pun and Canibus. Growing up as the youngest of 4 brothers, Mike watched his olders brothers lip sync some of hip hop’s most classic rhymes and at the age of 7 he began to write his own rhymes so he can impress them. Gaining a love and a passion for music, Mike ventured into the underground hip hop scene using the moniker Mike J Gottie. As Mike J Gottie, he toured the north-east along with Dj Puerto Roc (Canibus Road Dj) and established himself as one of the best up and comers. Through years of touring and recording, Mike took a personal leave from hip hop in 2009, but in the fall of 2012 with a new vision and new identity he came back under the name Jak Skelly and in 2014 he was named lyrical artist of the year. Now in 2014 he wants to hold that tit

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Connecticut hip hop artist, record producer, and studio engineer Bigstat. Artist BIo..Gary Monteleone (born April 25, 1984), better known by his stage name Bigstat, is an American hip hop artist,record producer, and studio engineer. In 2008 Bigstat went on a national tour with Hip Hop artists Method Man & Redman, Termanology and Rapper Big Pooh from hip hop group Little Brother. In 2009 he continued to tour with Method Man & Redman and Ghostface Killah from the Wu Tang Clan. Performing at sold out venues fromBest Buy Theater in Times Square to House of Blues in Hollywood. In the summer of 2009 Hip Hop Legend Krs-One did a freestyle at the Rock the bells festival introducing Bigstat. Shortly after on Labor Day of 2009 Bigstat released his debut mixtape titled Dont Quit Your Dayjob hosted by Redman. Bigstat later toured as a special guest alongside Ghostface Killah and Sheek Louch of The Lox in 2010. Stat later released

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with San Diego, California hip hop artist Emerson Windy. Closely compared to Andre 3000 for his one-of-a-kind style and flavor, Emerson Windy has created a sound that is as unique as his story. A never ending curiosity for music, personal and professional growth Emerson Windy continues to push the envelope creating records with and producing music for artists such as 2 CHAINZ, FRENCH MONTANA, FUTURE, WAKA FLOCKA, SNOOP DOGG, KOKANE, THREE 6 MAFIA, GLASSES MALONE, WC, CROOKED I, LIL NIQO, TINO COCHINO, AND THA REALIST. While his own sound is different from those he produces, Emerson Windy provides the perfect mix of music for any setting. Playing on Pandora Radio and Sirius XM Satellite Radio with artists like N.E.R.D., Gym Class Heroes, Pitbull, B.o.B and LMFAO, Emerson Windy has amassed a fan base that can't get enough of his music.