Just Another Day: Giacana (by Renee Batson)

Just Another Day....

Just another day in the neighborhood just another day around the way I found and other incredible artist who reps Harlem to the fullest. 

I have known Giacana for quite some time now and have had the opportunity to watch his music and sound evolve.  In addition to his growth, I have also had the pleasure of watching him perform live and let me tell you, this man can rock a crowd; no matter if it's a small intimate group or a crowd full of people this man can deliver. So without any further or due let me introduce you to Giacana.

Giacana (33) born in East Harlem raised in the Fordham Heights section of the Bronx is one of New York borns most promising up and coming hip hop artist and actor delivering an action pack performance in the New York based Web-series #one2four http://youtu.be/D21mdKXvaM4 

Giacana's "CANA" role in #One2fourwebseries can be compared to the likes of other hood villains such as Tupac Shakur's "Bishops" role in Ernest R. Dickersons 1991 blockbuster (JUICE) , Oshe "Ice Cube" Jacksons "DoeBoy" role in John Singletons (Boyz in da hood) or more recent Camrons (Rico) role in (PAID IN FULL). To top it all off Giacana is an interesting and gripping artist to watch and not to mention his "TOO COOL 4 SCHOOL" single off the #One2foursoundtrack (currently available for listen via https://soundcloud.com/giacana/too-cool-for-school-produced-by-rob-dinero has a beet/flow combination that fulfills the listeners appetite for substance as well as new age today energy! On verse 2 Giacana displays a detailed description story about his self proclaimed opinion on the death of his respected birthplace Harlem and the downfall of the rappers from there in-which he proceeded I.e Mase, Camron, Pdiddy, Dame Dash ect just to name a few concluding with the fact that and insinuating that Jay-Z may have perpetuated the wreckage of a Then dominating Harlem empire!

If you want to learn more about G you can also check him out on Facebook as well as Instagram.  Imma have to get on my game and arrange interview number two on CKUW 95.9 FM so that my audience can hear the change I have been referring to. There are so many talented artists in New York and Cana is another artist out there that is slept on. Check out his material and comment on what u think!!!!HARLEM stand up, Cana's in the building!!!!

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Just Another Day: Reflecting on G.Dep the Child of the Ghetto (by Renee Batson)

Just Another Day:  Reflecting on G-Dep the Child of the Ghetto   (by Renee Batson)

Trevell Gerald Coleman better known by his stage name G. Dep is a hip hop artist who originated from Harlem, New York City. He became a member of Bad Boy Records in 1998 and released his debut album "Child of the Ghetto" in 2001. His sophomore album "Ghetto Legend" was released on September 7, 2010 with Famous Records.

After meeting with Sean Combs in 1998, G. Dep was signed to a $350,000, five-album deal with Bad Boy Records. The following year he appeared on two songs on Black Rob's 1999 debut album "Life Story". G. Dep released his debut solo album "Child of the Ghetto" in 2001, which peaked at #106 on Billboard 200 and #23 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums. Single "Special Delivery" from the album peaked at #59 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and #3 on Hot Rap Singles.  G. Dep was subsequently dropped from Bad Boy Records. 

On December 15, 2010, Coleman walked into 25th Precinct to turn himself in after he confessed to a cold case crime of a man to which was  murdered in  Queens back in 1993. Coleman had attempted to confess twice before, but was previously considered to be under the influence of drugs and incoherent.
Currently G Dep id incarcerated at the Elmira Correctional Facility. Coleman told in an interview that he confessed because the case weighed on him and he was "just trying to get things right between himself and God". Coleman claimed that he did not know that his victim died.

Since Coleman has been incarcerated, he has had the opportunity to self reflect as well as write. Him and I have had the opportunity to correspond and I can honestly say his spirit and motivation is strong. Being behind those walls will not stop him from being heard by the world.

In life we all make mistakes but we all have the ability to change the course of our future, G Dep is a testament to that fact.

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Just Another Day: Checking Out Joyner Lucas (by Renee Batson)

Just Another Day:  Checking out Joyner Lucas
by Renee Batson

In 2014 I came across a video in which Freeway Rick Ross had posted. Upon listening and watching the video, I was compelled to contact the artist about doing a radio interview. The artist that caught my immediate attention was JOYNER LUCAS. The interview itself couldn’t have come at a better time. Due the recent issues going on with police brutality and the death of Eric Garner and Mike Brown, it was essential for me to get Joyner on We Build Hits. 

Since coming across Mr. Lucas, I, myself have become a fan of his work. His lyrical content, visuals, and message are quite clear. “Dear America (don’t shoot)” & “Half Nigga” have got to be two of the most well written songs I have heard to date. In a society where a lot of hip hop artists have lost the ability to relay a message, Joyner has stepped in to show us how hip hop originated.

I compare Joyner Lucas to J Cole as they are both artists that are showing us what is real by demonstrating fact and getting rid of the fiction that is currently decapitating the hip hop industry.

 I consider myself blessed to share with you what is JOYNER LUCAS.

Joyner grew up in Worcester Massachusetts hearing hip hop luminaries like Biggie, Nas, and Method Man pumping through neighborhood speakers into his small apartment where he grew up with 2 siblings. By the age of 7, while other kids were putting together puzzles and building legos, Joyner was piecing together words and designing simple rhyme schemes. At the age of 10 he convinced his father to let him record his debut song “annihilate ‘em” at a nearby studio and instantly knew the booth was his doorway to destiny. Recording under the alias “G-Storm” as an adolescent, Joyner quickly grew a reputation as a naturally gifted MC with a hunger for more. While rap was shifting towards commercial appeal and tales of extravagant splurging, Joyner was focused on interpreting timeless realities through his third eye view.  

In 2007, the emerging rapper changed his name to Future Joyner and joined forces with his uncle (producer Cyrus tha Great), Sheen Philips, and Dj Prince to form the “Film Skool Rejekts”.  Their mixtape Workprint: The Greatest Mixtape of All Time featuring Joyner along with his talented team created waves in underground hip hop circles popping up on major blog sites such as hiphopdx.com & 2dopeboyz.com. While DJ Prince & Cyrus Tha Great went on to work with Skyzoo becoming Sky’s Dj and featured producer respectively, Joyner was left with a pocketful of talent and a fistful of authenticity in a music industry where talent and authenticity were currencies of the past.

With the radio becoming a bureaucracy, and record labels ignoring skill; Joyner headed from Massachusetts to Montana to regroup, reload, and hit the world with his 2011 solo debut Listen 2 Me.  With provocative punchlines, thumping beats, and limited promotion the project still managed to quickly gain fans, followers, and exposure somehow finding its way into iPhones of thirsty hip hop fans craving something dope and new. 

Since then, Joyner has won several rap competitions, dropped visuals in support of “Listen 2 Me” & LFOs, and created several standalone music videos to entertain fans across the world. In 2012, when the hip hop world welcomed Atlanta rapper “Future,” Joyner Lucas sticking with his vow to be different, dropped the alias “Future” from his name, added his government last name becoming “Joyner Lucas”. His goal is to connect with fans and impact their lives through well executed, innovative, entertaining music.  Joyner Lucas does not want to be remembered for rapping… he wants to be remembered for creating that moment you fell in love with hip hop… again. Be on the lookout for the upcoming Along Came Joyner scheduled to drop early in 2015. 

Here are the links to some of  Joyners videos which also include his newst release “Ross Cappichioni”

Dear America: https://youtu.be/MKq5UZOLa-A

Ross Capicchiomi: https://youtu.be/jO_v2sXm-f4

Riding Solo: https://youtu.be/wPZl9g9v0HM

Half Nigger: https://youtu.be/NvvxC00xLss

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Just Another Day: Graffiti Gallery

Just Another Day:  Graffiti Gallery

by Renee Batson AKA Afrosoul

Just Another Day

Graffiti comes from the Greek term "graphein" meaning to write, and the word  graffiti is plural for the Italian word "gaffito" meaning scratch.  It's history can be dated back to prehistoric times where cave men constructed wall drawings as a way of communicating with one another.

Many would say that graffiti is a form of vandalism, however, since the 20th century graffiti has become a prominent fixture within urban communities.

As Hip hop emerged graffiti grew based on the social, cultural, and political inequalities that impoverished communities had to face.  Graffiti has become the foundation of personal expression of an oppressed and disenfranchised people throughout the globe.

If you have observed and studied the art of graffiti you would see that the pieces are a reflection of our voice, much like the words a lyricist writes down on paper before spittin' an epic verse on a track.  It is a reflection of our thoughts, feelings, and frustrations with a system who has forgotten about the people who struggle to survive day to day in the urban jungle.

Personally, I have always had a love for art.  Since childhood I was exposed to artists like Vincent Van Gogh,  Micheal Angelo, and Salvador Dali long before I was introduced to street art.  Once I was exposed to street art, I fell in love with it.  From the colors, lines, and mixture of letters to the expressive nature of each piece, it captures the very essence of music.  Come to think it, the Greek meaning of graffiti is writing which would be the artist/mc, and the Italian meaning is scratch which would be the DJ.  See now how graffiti goes hand in hand with every aspect of hip hop culture!

Even though graffiti doesn't make a sound, it speaks volumes, kinda like the sounds you hear from a cassette tape when u first drop it in a boom box!!!
Graffiti will never die. It will remain on walls, trains and everywhere that these artists can get to. It is no different then the art you view in a gallery, the only difference is it is constantly in motion.

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Just Another Day: Started In New York

Just Another Day:  Started in New York

by Renee Batson

This day was unlike any other day...and it all started in NEW YORK!

April 12/15 was the day I left to go from Canada to New York City. 

Now, I have been to New York several times before but on this occasion it was vastly different from the times before. 

Skanks

From the moment I got off the plane I connected with Brooklyn hip hop artist SKANKS.  SKANKS is an artist I had met through a mutual associate, CASH BILZ, who is affiliated with super group BANKAI FAM. BANKAI FAM is a hip hop crew based out of Brooklyn and crown heights area.  I compare them to the WU TANG of this generation. Their music takes you back to the boom bap essence of hip hop.

Mike Fuego

Skanks allowed me on the first of many rides.  First stop was to meet with MIKE FUEGO & ELIJAH.  I didn't think on this day I would get the chance to get on the mic, but, God works in mysterious ways which led to my vocals being dropped on Elijah's album PARTY IN THE GHETTO.  That was only one great moment, nothing could prepare me for what I would soon be witness to.  As we chopped it up and had business like conversation, Mike said to me that he wanted me to hear something before we were about to leave.  Of course I'm always down to listen to creativity and artistic expression.  The one thing I remember Mike saying was that he wanted to put together an LP like NAS' classic ILLMATIC album.  Now my immediate reaction was that his record needs to be razor sharp to be able to meet that standard. 

Well let me tell you, from the first beat drop, to the first word, to the first verse, to the hook and story-line, Mike Fugeo got me.  All I heard was ILLMATIC in a new rhythmical form.  His delivery and concepts were what I would call SICKSTREETNEWYORK; on point with no static.  That was day I got to see  pure brilliance at work!  But that was only the beginning!

 

Ave Boyz

DAY 2 brought AVE BOYZ into my vision.

I have known EBURNA for a minute.  Upon seeing him he introduced me to several others which included super producer CHYNO ON THA BEAT, and then he introduced me to the street flow styles of FATAL CASHFLO. These artists make up this amazing squad, which is not limited to just the three.  They incorporate everything that is the BRONX and hold each other down like family.  LOYALTY OVER EVERYTHING is the motto.  True to the street, these lyricists are the voice of their hood.  Their concept for their newly released mixtape is pure genius.  They took elements of the movie JUICE and created their own soundtrack; pure, real, raw, and straight hood.  Even something as simple as walking the streets with these guys was surreal.  So much love the streets have for this crew, it was remarkable to see.  All this talent in one place it's not hard to see why the BRONX hip hop scene is still on fire...it's the place where hip hop started and it will never end, it will only re loop and start back from the beginning. 

DAY 3 started at 5 am on the A train off to an audition at the APOLLO THEATER.  Didn't think I would make it there considering I fell asleep on the train and missed my stop.  Luckily I managed to make it there. 149th person in line, standing in the rain waiting to get a chance to be in this historic venue. 

It was evident right from the get go that with the amount of talent in the room my chances of being chosen to be on APOLLO LIVE would be slim to nothing.  I continuously went back and forth as to what I should sing and could not decide what would work best.  I met up with PAULIE BRYAN, who I was introduced to through ROBERT JACKSON aka C STYLES. Paulie explained that he has been working for the APOLLO for several years which in turn has allowed him to help the talented artists that he is familiar with.

Performance time was intense.  I have auditioned for other shows as well but this one was much different then the others.  Needless to say I made the wrong song choice.  I decided to choose my own song called "HIP HOP (lost the love)" instead of one they are familiar with.  In the end I did not get chosen, but all was not lost because now I know what I need to do the next time.  Just being in that theater was like I had just touched and breathed in greatness, and that was gratifying enough for me.  I learned a lot on this day as it became one more experience that I have conquered. 

The following day I met up with EBURNA again in the Bronx.  We chopped it up for a bit before I was to head over to meet up with C STYLES who was hosting a coat drive charity event at THE PARIS LOUNGE in HARLEM.  On this day I met some individuals that I had been talking to on line and assisting with booking their artists for interviews on my show.  I felt as though I was accomplishing all I set out to accomplish within that moment and man did it feel good.  After meeting with the ones I did know I got the pleasure of meeting legendary DJ SMITTY ROCK, who I came to know more of but that's another story for another time. I got the pleasure of performing a little something while there.  That was invigorating in itself, freestyling and performing with a live band.  Just another highlight in this journey.

DAY 4 I finally got to meet CASPERELLI DA VELLI out at his spot in the Bronx. VELLI and I have known each other for years but did not officially meet until now! 

The mission on this day was to do a radio interview for SUPER STUPID SATURDAYS on DON'T PLAY RADIO. The interview went real well and Casper was a pleasure to work with.  We talked, freestyled and discussed how we can work together to make things happen in the world of hip hop and multimedia.  After recording the show I assisted Velli in formatting the show so it transitions smoothly. After all was said and done the show sounded dope. I haven't got the chance to do many interviews so this one was a nice look for me. 

Casperelli Da Velli

DAY 4 & 5 my last few days in New York were spent with me venturing out and taking photos of various areas. Now most people would take pictures of landmarks and places that are well known but I look for areas in which I find beauty.  Parks, subways, buildings, structures are things I find interesting. Testing different angles and focusing on images that all have a story within itself. 

When it came time to leave it was like leaving home. A place that is so busy, filled with so many sounds and images. There is no other place quite like it which is why I am madly in love with NEW YORK!!!

Other Photos Taken from Renee Batson's Experience.  

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