On to Friday, July 22: Day 2 of UMS, my picks include Metermaids, Mr. Anonymous, Colourmusic, ManCub, Twin Guns and Broken Tongues, a mixture of hip-hop, electro, genre-defying musical experiences, and good old-fashioned rock ‘n roll, a true testament to the diversity of UMS 2011.
While many hip-hop aficionado’s were awaiting the arrival of this summer’s Rock The Bells tour, there were many lesser known fans who were eagerly anticipating its more Independent cousin, The Paid Dues Tour. Presented and hosted by Living Legends alum Murs 3:16 in association with Guerilla Union, this hip hop festival was supported by live […]
To those that know, Sage Francis is a true grit; a storyteller who passes on the traditions and the pointed social commentary. To those that don’t know, well, I’m afraid you’ve been missing out! Hailing from the miniscule state of Rhode Island comes the savior of hip hop. One listen to Francis’ latest—A Healthy Distrust, […]
Somewhere between poet extraordinaire Saul Williams and insightful songwriter/rapper/ singer Michael Franti, is a guy from a small place known as Rhode Island. His name is Sage Francis, and if you haven’t heard the name by now, you better ask somebody. Sage Francis began rapping when he was eight years old. However, it wasn’t until […]
