The Schedule
Block A (Red Ants) - DJ - Shortop 12:00 - 1:45
12:00 - 12:30 - Things get goin
12:30 - 12:45 - B-boy Showcase
12:45 - 1:00 - Jinx, One Tek
1:00 - 1:15 - Runnin Watta and Servin the people
1:15 - 1:30 - Redef, Lexington + Whatevski
1:30 - 1:45 - Dragon Fli Empire
Block B (Black Ants)- DJ - Budakron 1:45 - 3:00
1:45 - 2:00 - DVS, Jake Nova
2:00 - 2:15 - Brothers Grimm, Golden Elements
2:15 - 2:30 - Boombox Disciples, Elle D'Lux
2:30 - 2:45 - Jae Mayes, The Joe
2:45 - 3:00 - Touch and Nato
Block C (Jack Rabbits)- DJ - Gun Shy - 3:00 - 4:00
3:00 - 3:15 - Raydarr, 1Deep
3:15 - 3:30 - Opus MC, Harmonia
3:30 - 3:45 - AC the Ace, Tuffhouse
3:45 - 4:00 - Intricate Minds
Block D (Bucks)- DJ - CreeAzn 4:00 - 5:00
4:00 - 4:15 - Mitchmatic, Kaz Mega
4:15 - 4:30 - Won18, Advo
4:30 - 4:45 - Shortop, Rational
4:45 - 5:00 - Locution Revolution
Block E (Squirrels)- DJ - Dice - 5:00 - 6:00
5:00 - 5:15 - Mikey Maybe, AOK
5:15 - 5:30 - Ricca Razor Sharp, Mantrakid
5:30 - 5:40 - M.E. Lazerte Showcase: Technique, Brianna Samson, Shock Parliament
5:40 - 5:50 - Peoples Poets
5:50 - 6:00 - Well Put
Block F (Wood Peckers)- DJ - Qi82 - 6:00 - 7:00
6:00 - 6:15 - Mother Peace, Omega Twins
6:15 - 6:30 - Apophis, Max Prime
6:30 - 6:45 - Jesse Dangerously, Screwface Killa
6:45 - 7:00 - Epic
Block G - DJ (Bears)- Agile Agilities - 7:00 - 8:00
7:00 - 7:15 - Lovely, EmSee? L+P, Ladies United Voice
7:15 - 7:30 - Royalties, Lion
7:30 - 7:45 - Lazarush, Corvid Lorax
7:45 - 8:00 - Politic Live
Meet the acts
Touch & Nato (The Representatives)
“From the land of the pickup truck and black rubber puck” comes two of the country’s brightest undiscovered hip hop talents. Touch (emcee) and Nato (producer/DJ), are destined to further prove to the nation that Edmonton’s hip hop scene is a force to be reckoned with.
Their debut album “Intelligent Design” is a textbook run-through of how to make a classic album: no filler- just a full course meal of raw and aggressive rhyming, neck-snapping beats and creative concepts. It’s a refreshing reminder of the potential hip hop has to push its own limits, rather than caving to the trend of formulaic radio-friendly jingles.
Touch is a pioneer in the Edmonton scene, performing with his crew Dangerous Goods Collective since the early ‘90s. His reputation as an incredibly detailed and intelligent lyricist has spread across the country through multiple tours. With grit comparable to Ras Kass or Saukrates and emotion similar to Ghostface Killah, he successfully pulls off a street-style that radiates heart and struggle.
Touch’s rhymes are perfectly matched on “Intelligent Design” with beats and cuts by Nato, who is quickly becoming known as one of the country’s premier producers. His north-Edmonton studio has been used by almost everybody in his city’s hip hop scene and beyond, including Wordsworth (Brooklyn, NY) and rising star Cadence Weapon, both of whom make guest appearances on “Intelligent Design”. Nato uses a variety of samplers, keyboards and live players to create his hard-hitting bangers.
Jinx
With no real advancement in the small, if not, non-existent world of hip hop throughout the city of Edmonton (a.k.a. EVille, E Town, The City of Champions), Jinx has been able to stay within the radar. Started his quest of self awareness at the age of 13 by writing lyrics. Not until moving to the city of EVille did this young "closet rapper" expose his skills to the public. Started a few crews, opened for a few local artists, but nothing seemed to materialize. So instead of trying to get his name out there, Jinx decided to lay low, develop exactly what it was he was trying to say, and hit em with a bang. Jinx is now sitting with a small fan base, a few dozen tracks, and a current album in the making.
Screwface Killa
Screwface in a literal translation from patois, means angry face and in deeper regions of Jamaica it is a reference to the devil. So to be the ScrewFaceKiLLA, when translated through an urban dictionary means devil killer. So take a journey inside the mind of ScrewFaceKiLLA and lay your own frown to rest.
website: www.dgcproductions.com
email: screwfacekilla@gmail.com / julian@dgcproductions.com
Epic
Epic got into listening to rap last year. Since then he has become more sensible. His music is very post rap. Think of coldplay, mixed with El p. "damn homie, you use to be the man homie"
Mitchmatic
Mitch Holtby (aka Mitchmatic) is a local producer/emcee who's album will turn up sometime. His 'website', for the meantime, is myspace.com/mitchholtby.
Max Prime
Max Prime is an Edmonton rap Artist who's been repping for at least 6 years on the local circuit. He is a member of the Low Budget Affiliates and the duo Hardly Novices. Known for his punchlines and crazy concepts, he has 2 albums out, Max Prime & Jonb - Hardly Novices, and Max Prime - Minstrel Cycles, both available at phonographique.com. Check out his gutter website at www.maxprime.ca for free tracks and classic material from him and his friends.
One Tek
Ark fashions the beats that creates One-Teks words of inspiration through a movement of love life and repeat.
“Lyrics ain’t much but it makes your soul healthier”
Corvid Lorax
Corvid Lorax - Local Independent urban artist, worked with Eshod Ibn Wyza for 4 albums, and produced a solo album in 2007 entitled Kalashni-cancerous released by www.littlewhorerecords.com
Lazarush
Local Independent Hip-Hop artist with a Neo-soul feel, worked with Eshod Ibn Wyza for 4 albums, produced solo album for release summer 2008.
Harmoniah
Harmoniah strongly believes in the power words have in shifting and creating the reality in which we live thus her rhymes are written in an affirmative way to facilitate such alchemy. She started out doing spoken word and picked up emcing about 2 and a half years ago. She has one E.P completed and is in the process of writing and recording a full length album. She has just returned from 6 months over seas as well as a break from the performing side of music. That said she is excited about rocking the M.I.C once again back in her home town J
Opus MC
Opus MC brings fire and passion to the stage with lyricism to inspire and provoke change. He has recently released his first full length Album “War On Thought” and is currently in the process of writing and recording two more albums to come later this year “Smile… Music” and a Canadian Crunk compilation “8 OPUS 8” Opus is a dynamic producer who loves to co create with other local artists creating a wide variety of diverse, rhythmic clever beats. Summer of 2007 he went on tour on the west coast of Canada, as well as playing various shows in Edmonton. He has just returned from Australia and New Zealand and is ready to bring this freshness to the stage.
Elle D'Lux
I'm 19 and been rapping for about four years. I've been trying to take a poetic and concious approach to an album that's about half done. I'm an emcee first and a girl second.
Well Put
Teddy/Well Put, I am a 20 year old rapper/singer/instrumental-make. Many local shows and a few festivals (local and in the U.S.) have happened. A cd (self-recorded and produced) was put out in June 2006 when I was 18 years old, it shows. Many new beats and songs and ideas are in the works but a new album drop date has not been slated yet. I am hoping to get signed to some sort of label which would provide me with the means to release some new music, as opposed to being overwhelmed with all that accompanies an independent release (although an independent release seems likely). For the most part I am hanging out these days performing when asked to do so, and working on new tunes, all of the time. If I saw you in person right now I would hurt your family.
Mikey Maybe
Mikey Maybe has two cats. One is named Dutchess and is pretty and the other is named Kingsley and has thumbs. Mikey likes making things like music and books. He hopes you don't hate him, but is emotionally prepared for the worst.
ME Lazerte Showcase
-Brianna Sampson will be singing accompanied by Tremayne Tyler on the piano. Brianna is a grade 11 student at M.E. Lazerte High School.
-Technique
-Shock Parliament
we consist of 2 people:
Eddie AKA E.Groove
and
Joey AKA P.Ease
Our group has been formed just recently. Joey has been dancing for about a year and a half, and Eddie has been dancing for about a year. Both dancers took part in M.E. LaZerte's Stomp the Atrium highschool dance competition. We ended up taking first place through a dance battle to decide the winner. We were initially inspired by Nam Hyun Joon, and then found inspiration in popping greats such as Mr.Wiggles.
Royalties Entertainment
Founded in 2003, Royalties Entertainment is a recording and performing partnership, co-created in whole, by Edmonton natives, and long time comerades, Doug Flett and Ken Hogue. Doug (Czin) and Ken (H-Bomb) have been writing and recording music for nearly a decade, in which they have performed at numerous events, in and around the prairies area.
In 2006, the Royalties Entertainment Duo released their first album, entitled “Royal Flush”, which was composed of songs that had been done with the numerous producers they have worked with over the years. The album itself features beat production from several of the areas top beat-makers, and the entire disc was recorded and mixed by Edmonton’s own R.J. Cui, CEO of one of Edmonton’s premier recording groups “Darkson Tribe”.
Following the massive Royalties Entertainment new years celebration for 2007, in which the two had thrown with the proceeds of their album thus far, disaster struck; the house burned down and most of the things in it. This is important because, rather than set the two back, it really focused the crew on projecting further on what they already had established, and take on some higher-profile work. There are a few Classified produced tracks set for the next album and they will be shooting their first professional video early 2008.
DJ Gun Shy
One of the creative forces behind the Wildstyle Wednesdays open mic extravaganza that has allowed Edmonton's finest emcees to shine. Mixing and cutting latest and old school hip hop, funk, breaks, and downtempo, Gun Shy got the beats to make yo' head bob.
Always on the lookout for producers/emcees/dj's to collaborate with, this DJ takes pride in working hard, staying humble and contributing to the growth of hip hop in Edmonton.
Advokit
As the newest member to the Canada wide rap crew, $tressed $treet, Advokit has been tearing up a whole new lane in Edmonton hip hop. Previously apart of Non Status, Advo retired the crew and decided to make moves on the solo tip eventually landing a spot on the famed roster of Double $. Having opened up for major label acts such as The Game, Nas, Chamillionaire, and underground legends like Pete Rock, Guru, and Boot Camp Clik. With a new album set to drop on Stressed Street Records by the fall of '08, things are finally falling in place for Edmontons biggest MC.
Mantrakid
Mantrakid has been producing electronofied techno hip hop since 1997. Gaining huge influence from Kool Keith, King Rhythm, Blu Rum 13, and Yarah Bravo, he developed his own style of rapidfire abstract rap which he exploits fully on his upcoming album "Palmflowerblack", which has already been receiving commercial airplay on Calgary's x92.9FM. His production credits have included a complete album for the Calgary freestyle heavyweight Ricca Razor Sharp, an endless array of collaborations with fellow Audible Intelligence members, tracks for Virtue, Planit, Frantic Artillery, and the late Internal Affairs. He also runs Neferiu Records out of Calgary which has a steady output of consistently high quality underground electronic and hip hop albums. Check him at www.neferiu.com or www.mantrakid.com.
Brothers Grim
Brothers Grim is a young emerging duo in the local scene consisting of brothers Komrade & PG. Growing up with love for Hip Hop music and supporting the local scene, Brothers Grim style reflects the thoughts and observations of the world around them. From political tracks to party anthems, Brothers Grim does it all. Look out for the debut album 'Dont judge a book by its cover' coming late this summer!
The Omega Twins
A duo making music can be difficult when the parts come from different backgrounds... but fortunately this duo shares one mind. The Omega Twins consist of Edmonton hiphop mainstays Unkle Sam(MC/beatboxer) and J. Soul (MC/Producer), best friends and musical counterparts for nearly 15 years - making music crossing into multiple
genres under a number of different monikers. Formed out of the now defunct crew Hi-Calibre, The Omega Twins have regrouped and are in the process of making new sounds for their next LP. J. Soul has just returned from Toronto after the last 3 years, interning and engineering at studios like Metalworks and IC Visions, briefly working along side Mayhem Morearty's long-time producer Soze. He also earned a spot in Toronto's growing Boombox Saints collective as a DJ, and collaborated with canadian artists like Halifax's Fair One, who gave him the opportunity to work on a 12" release on Fat Beats called "Fame" featuring El Da Sensei of The Artifacts. Other collaborators include DJ Grouch, Notes To Self, DJ Dopey, DJ Mensa, Arowbe, Fundament, Rayhaan Quarishi, Junia T, LQuest, along with Detroit's Royce Da' 5'9" and D-Rick. Last November, Unkle Sam teamed with
Calgary beatboxer and long-time friend Shamik to join Method Man's 2007 Canadian tour, sharing the stage with the legendary Wu-Tang member as well as DJ Mathematics, Civalrings and Denmark MC Selah E'din. On top of all that, Unkle Sam and Shamik are set to release "Because The Biz Told Us To", Alberta's first all-beatbox LP which was
produced by J. Soul and ready for it's anticipated release this July on Ace Records. As 2008 moves forward, The Omega Twins are continuing to build on the reputation they have earned for an energetic live show which has been evolving for years, incorporating what they're known best for: dope beats, dope rhymes, and microphones drenched in saliva - especially if you take the stage after them.
www.acerecords.ca
www.myspace.com/omegatwins
www.myspace.com/unklesamewerd
www.myspace.com/soulcontrol
People's Poets
We were born in the struggle and we part of the struggle. just a small piece of the puzzle. We be poets and rebels." The people's poets are three Edmonton MCs who rap about social justice issues, local and global. rosouljah, 4 Life and solidario joined up in the fall of 2006 with the intention of making critically conscious hip hop. They then hooked up with Edmonton's renowned cut artist DJ Dice, who has over two decades of experience in contributing to the local Hip Hop scene. Representing their Latino refugee roots from Chile and El Salvador this hip hop colectivo mixes rhymes about life experiences with social and political commentary. The people's poets performed at over 20 events in Edmonton and Vancouver in 2007. The people's poets are committed to building and networking at a community level for social change and development. These RAPTIVISTS are involved in a variety of issues and movements such as affordable housing, labour education, and youth empowerment. The poets first album NO LIFE WITHOUT ROOTS will be released in the summer of 2008. www.myspace.com/peoplespoets
Servin the People
Servin the People are a hip-hop group representing Northside Edmonton's people, struggles, and ambitions. By staying true to their experiences and creating music that speaks to everyone, they are bringing truth and skill back into the hip-hop community. With the help of their trusty producer CORE SUBJECT, D-Menace, Dough, Phaze, and Rico really are.... Servin the People.
LBA
The Low Budget Affiliates consist of rappers Chris Plus, Add-Vice, Max Prime, Chazmo and DJ Nato. They have been putting out miscellaneous releases and promo's since 2002 and recently saw their debut album 'The Damage Is Done' reach the top of college radio charts in cities such as Toronto, Ottawa, and Kamloops. They have appeared on many releases Canada wide and have established a cult following throughout the country. Today you will be treated to a special performance of all new material from Chris Plus and Add-Vice whose new project "The Theory of De-Evolution" has fans anticipating its release. It's Apophis, take a look up at the sun, the earth divides as one.
Redef
Since his first interaction with the hiphop scene less than 4 yrs ago, Redef (Lee Trush) has been committed to the movement. Making himself known within the Edmonton hip hop community has allowed him to step out of his comfort zone and really let the people know what he's all about. With an upcoming album release in the mix, his dedication and commitment to his music have never been stronger. While pushing the boundaries of the current musical standard, and like any other hiphop artist, Redef strives for new ideas and hopes that one day you'll hear his music on the radio. Look out for his EP release titled "Man of the hour EP". Also keep your eyes peeled for his upcoming album set to release before the fall season.
Ricca Razor Sharp
Talented lyricist, energetic party starter, & VP of Neferiu Records, Ricca Razor Sharp is a true talent. Years of MCing and fronting bands (over 200 shows) have given Ricca an incredible stage presence, connecting to audiences with his insane freestyles and positive vibes.
Budakron
I go as Budakron, behind the decks. Ive been spinnin and collecting for about 5 years, I spin everything from hiphop, soul, funk, jazz, indie rock, drumandbass, rnb, electro, house, and techno. I try and keep it underground, i dont really do top40, no cheese, unless its really tasty.
Dragon Fli Empire
Dragon Fli Empire is on the rise. The Calgary based duo, comprised of Cosm (DJ, producer) and Teekay (emcee, producer) have quickly become one of the city's more popular groups, gaining respect from a wide variety of music lovers for their upbeat, melodic and positive sound.
Jesse Dangerously
Jesse Dangerously has been making rap for more than half of his 28 years. He has released five solo albums, and toured Canada and the US. A devoted fan of 1988 to 1994 "golden era" hip hop, Dangerously's influences include the lilting hyperspeed of Chip Fu; the pop culture whirlwind of Das Efx; the indignance and unabashed political overtones of Public Enemy; the intricate rhyme schemes of Lord Finesse; and the cocky arrogance of teenaged LL Cool J or Fresh Prince. After carving out a place for himself in the Halifax hip hop scene, Jesse has recently relocated to Edmonton.
Lion
Lion has been hip hoppin since 1996. Since then he has been played on major radio stations, been on BET, opened for the likes of Meastro Fresh Wes, Snow, Tone Loc, Chamillionaire and Lloyd Banks. He has taken his music to Florida, D.C... even the Bahamas!!!
Lovely
Lovely is a skilled Mc and writer, in the game a decade, She is the only female battle rapper in Edmonton. Lovely also runs her own production company called LadiesUnitedVoice.
This company is dedicated to representing females in Hip Hop. Previously she has organized hiphopnotik's at Soul Sundays, and has performed many shows in Edmonton, Calgary, and Red Deer.
The Joe
The Joe is a quick wit -- the hip hop Leonard Cohen -- the white Fresh Prince. From Strathcona, Edmonton, born and raised, on the playground, that's where he spent most of his days. Winning the 2006 Covenant Award for best hip hop album of the year. Having played over 200 shows since 2004 when he started it all off sneaking into Backroom Vodka Bar under age to open for his hip hop emperor, Pigeon John. Some festivals, some all ages stuff, some club stuff, extensive touring, and some really quite random spots as well. Find him in the cypha, flexing like a he-man, looking for his orbit.
Run 'in' Watta
Run 'in' Watta has been a M.C. for over decade making beatz for 6, Her long Anticipated Album, "undercurrents" is set to release this summer. Aug 22 '08. Having done all the production her self. It was recorded by Juno nominee "Nik7" of " Shout out out out out". Currently is working with " Khiry Tafari and iD, and U.N.C. Watch out for this Super Woman, check her out at (myspace.com/runinwatta)
Politic Live
Mixing hip hop with reggae and R&B, Edmonton’s Politic Live is helping to define the standards of urban music in Alberta. Consisting of MCs Bigga Nolte, Arlo Maveric and Dirt Gritie, Politic Live’s accomplishments include touring Canada, showcasing at national festivals like Canadian Music Week and New Music West, appearing on MuchMusic, receiving critical acclaim in Canada and the US and helping raise over 5000 lbs of food for Edmonton’s Food Bank in six years through Hip Hop For Hunger. Politic Live is presently promoting its sophmore release, Adaptation.
AC the ACE
Edmonton rapper Aaron Cahoon—AC the ACE—has come a long way from his humble beginnings in 1999 when he first began rapping on a five dollar stick mic with little more than a goal in mind and the determination to see it through. AC has been through many rough times, but through it all, he has kept his determination to write and create rap music. In 2007, AC boasted his first full-length album, "Banking It," featuring 15 tracks of completely original beats and rhymes. In 2008, AC has released a seven-song mixtape. Additionally, there is a video to the track "The Way She Goes," which can be found on YouTube. Riding on the momentum of the success of his first album, AC is working hard on his second, due to be released in the summer of 2008.
One Deep
OneDeep-is one sick collar poppin Emcee from the Capital City of A.B ..
"I write, I don't lie, I write, I don't produce and I write....Lyrics.
I rep Hip-Hop as a culture, and always will..Big Ups to the LORD."
- OneDeep-
AOK
At Hip-Hop in the park, AOK (Assault of Knowledge) is celebrating both his life-long love of hip-hop and the release of his debut album, If You Don't Buy this CD the Terrorists Win. www.assaultofknowledge.com
Shortop
Mc since 1994
dj since 1998
I have performed across the country and also in the u.s.
sharing the stage with ..run dmc,pete rock,jeru the damaja, raskalz,swollen members,mos def , dj shadow and many others..also co hosted rapcity in 1997 Latest release is Mellow Drum Addict and Shortop Are: Fire Escape Artists.. A dj project teamed up with Vocalist from Pennsylvania.
Golden Elements
GOLDEN ELEMENTS is an elite group of individuals that have been repping Edmonton Hip Hop since 2003. They've performed in events all around the city from fundraisers to opening for major artists. Their unique, vibing sound truly depicts the love they have for the music.
Intricate Minds
Intricate Minds are group of 4 MC's that have been together for nearly 10 years. Their debut album was released in 2007 following their 12 inch single "To the Letter" featuring production by OHNO. The album "Self-Hypnosis" helped the crew get accepted into Rawkus records' new project the Rawkus 50. This opportunity has given them international marketing and distribution which helped push their debut single to #3 on the college charts in the US. This year they hope to double their efforts with the realease of their next 12 inch single in summer of 2008.
BoomBox Deciples
The world is full of confusion. Its a strange place. And with all the political, social, and religious distortion, we've vowed to do our part to clarify what is real. The truth is out there, you just got to listen. After 2 years of pushing, the completion of "Fear in Sequence" the debut album from Boombox Diciples has arrived. It will be sure to turn a few heads.
Locution Revolution
Locution Revolution is a rap duo consisting of Khiry Tafari and iD. They have been doin their thing together for over a year now and have taken their sound all over E-town, through Red Deer and Saskatoon and have hit the charts across Canada on the college radio charts. Locution means word... revolution is self explanatory.
www.locutionrevolution.com
TuffHouse
Located in Edmonton, Alberta - we've been operating for 8 years. Have a few compilations under our belt and are currently promoting our newest release - Life Itself, by the artist Wayz Call it grown folks Hiphop. Tuffhouse is all about creating progressive music in an urban artform and giving it to the masses.
KazMega & Astro Boy (SpaceBoy Spiff)
Kaz is for the most part a battle emcee. He enjoys humiliating his opponents on stage, verbally assaulting their mothers, girlfriends, sisters, clothes, overall character and/or whatever else he can dish out in front of a medium to large sized crowd. If victorious, he can claim a cash prize for his efforts. Life got sweet for Kaz when '8 mile' came out and everybody could suddenly rap. He purchased an XBox and laptop with his earnings. '8 Mile', however, never released a sequel and Kaz has slowly been forced to have to make full length songs to further his rap career. He also makes beats, and is currently a part of the production duo SpaceBoy Spiff (KazMega & Dan Jones/Astro Boy). Current production projects include Politic Live, Proveli Paragon, Skinny Roc (previously known as Black Blaze), Lay-Z and Dani Jean.
myspace.com/kazmega
myspace.com/spaceboyspiff
Mother Peace
Kristin Smith (AKA Mother Peace) is a dj, spoken-word poet, and singer/songwriter. Born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. Smith is a part of an Aboriginal Research team looking to ‘Elevate n Educate’ Aboriginal people through the Urban Arts at the University of Alberta. Here she integrates studies in Recreation and Leisure Sciences with her passion for Tru Skool Hiphop and her love for her Aboriginal Peoples. Much of her spare time is devoted to positive hip-hop culture on her groundbreaking radio show, Fresh Tracks on CJSR FM88.5, this radio station was the first in the city to play Hiphop music. A survivor of her father’s suicide, through public speaking and artistic performance, Smith promotes community health and perseverance. She mentors healthy-lifestyle choices to inner-city youth as a former staff member of Boyle Street Education Centre and volunteer with the ihuman Youth Society, a non-profit, charitable organization, whose mission is to work with high-risk youth and to promote their re-integration into the community through a program involving harm reduction, crisis intervention, arts mentorship, and life-skills development programs. Word To Life! We can do anything when we Unite through the Real Hiphop Yo!
Raydarr
RAYDARR is an Edmonton-based emcee/producer, who has been working on his solo disc for some time now. Believing hip hop to be a way of life, a form of praising God and a shoulder to lean on, this rapper has very strong emotions and opinions, which will be expressed on the album. Whether it's making beats for kats, or teaching beatmaking to kids, RAYDARR holds it down.
http://www.myspace.com/raydarr
http://www.myspace.com/raydarrbeats
