Journalist 103
I'm more like A rebel wit a cause, Malcolm X on a beat, A news anchormen with rhythm.
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Reality Rap Reality Rap
Choices Choices
LIsten LIsten
When it comes to emceeing and the essence of hip-hop, Journalist 103 showcases the form of an emcee evolving from a person who simply puts words over beats, to a speaker in tune giving life to his tracks. One of the sole survivors of a dying breed, 103 has emerged from a student studying the art of emceeing to teacher of hip-hop fundamentals. He started professionally emceeing around ninety-seven. After 'spittin' in a few cyphors and open mics around the city (Ebony Showcase, C Note lounge, Napoleon retreat, to name a few) he eventually bumped into Strike who was currently 'putting in work' with a group called "PMO" (Poor Mans Orchestra). Journ and Strike inevitably formed the legendary group "Mountain Climbaz". 'Mountain Climaz" is renowned as one of Detroit's most respected live performing Hip-Hop groups. Accompanying his group efforts 103 has graced a number of mixtapes that have gained worldwide recognition. Such as underground classics like "Broken", and "Broken Again" featuring Mu, Proof, and Marvwon which received an award for best hip-hop group song of the year (2003-2004). Displaying master crowd control and lyrical delivery, that captures and elevates listeners to new heights 'the' Journalist entertains the audiences, bringing back that true feeling of genuine emceeing. Just like any great artist; Picasso or Van Gogh his work is a timeless classic leaving us in awe of his precise delivery, dominant voice, and dynamic ability to 'ride a beat'. You'll fall in love with hip-hop again listening to his 'old school' work ethnics which many 'so called' lyricist lack today. Journ's hard work, dedication, and intense studying of the art form brings the materials which leads to teaching the 'new skool' the values of being a true lyrical emcee. Journalist 103 is without question a valuable asset to today's Hip-Hop culture.Have you performed in front of an audience?One my most memeorable moments was when I opened up for Capadona in 98. That was like my second show and me my old squad rocked the house. I
Your musical influences
X-Gov, Strike, Proof, Mu, Fat Killaz, Miz Korona, Nejeri Earth, Invinsible, Finale, Elzhi, Phat Kat, Wolf Pack, Sick Notes, Dogmatic, Almighty Dreadnaughts, Four Fingers of Apocolyps, Wall Street (The Elite), Undertaker Lab Animalz, Swan, House Shoes, Jewlz, Rotten Club, Remember, Joey Loopz, Cob, Colorado, Kizar, OnebeLo, Majestic Legend, Nick Speed, Cliff Notes, Quest McCody, K.I.D, Jumat Records, Fiyah, D12, Purple Gang, Mos Def, Common Sense, Immortal Technique, Dead Prez, Talib Kweli, Jean Gray, M.O.P, Little Brother, Pete Rock, DJ Premier, Nottz, Alchimist, NaS, Kanye West, Wu-Tang Clan, G-Unit, D-Block, The Game, Ying Yang Twins (SIKE!), MTeam, Sean Price, and anybody else who has kept me inspired to create and be apart of hip-hop influences throughout my life.What equipment do you use?
Protools & a microphone
Detroit, MI
USA
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838254
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