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(((ARTIST CURRENTLY PLAYING: Unifyed Sol Poets: Return to Sender))) And the light shines on...
Unifyed Sol Poets
Representing the upstate of South Carolina, Robert and
Kimbi Mullins aka Moody Black and Kimbi the Goddess are spoken-word artists that travel the country to enlighten and entertain.
Their union is a symbol of beats marrying rhyme and soul melting with funk: resulting in something so hot that calling it
“fire” wouldn’t be hot enough! Unifyed Sol Poets is a duo that produces a soulful cleansing through rhythm,
energy, and creative word play. Their unique talents and special ingredients of various facets of art make their live shows
exciting, fun, and engaging. Unifyed Sol Poets blend real life experiences that everyone can relate with hope and inspiration.
Unifyed Sol Poets has created a buzz that is echoed in the following accomplishments: Moody Black was a member of the 2004-2005
Upstate South Carolina Slam Team, the 2006 Spartanburg S.C. Grand Slam Champion, and the slam master for the Upstate South
Carolina Slam Team from 2006-2008 Kimbi the Goddess was a member of the 2008 Upstate South Carolina Slam Team, the 2008 Upstate
South Carolina Grand Slam Champion, 2008 Spartanburg S.C. Grand Slam Champion, and is the 2009 South Carolina Queen Slam Champion
Both Moody and Kimbi are board members of Wits End Poetry and are regular hosts at Coffee Underground Poetry night in Greenville,
South Carolina. Both have collectively featured in numerous publications and books, won several slams throughout South Carolina,
and have competed nationally in many slams. Together they are like the Ashford and Simpson, and the Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee
of Spoken Word. For further information contact: unifyedsolpoets@hotmail.com, www.myspace.com/unifyedsolpoets
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Dave Vegas earned a name for himself when he was in a group called “Secret Invasion”
in which he was credited by “The Roots” on their album “Distortion of Static.” He also worked alongside
hit maker Tamar Savage who has written for Christina Aguilera, Whiney Houston, Janet Jackson, Mya, Monica, and Nicole Wray.
“Working with Tamar Savage was a fun & interesting experience that helped me become a better writer,” says
Dave Vegas. Also he shared the stage with Nas, Fat Joe, Fabulous, Busta Rhymes and Freeway just to name a few. You will
hear influences from many genres as you experience his music such as funk, soul, gospel, R&B, hip hop and even rock.
Recognition & Awards:
2009 Hennessy Artistry Contest winner for the song Paparazzi.
2009 Boston Music
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Press Coverage:
November issue XXL Magazine - full page article
results of the Hennessy Artistry contest
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Big Lo - BIOGRAPHY Hiphop/Rap
Now-a-days the authority look at Hip Hop as
a mere sub-culture that will eventually give way to forced societal evolution. They believe that it will become a victim of
its own success – swallowing the almighty dollar until it bursts from the inside. Many emcees have stepped away from
the truth to follow the glam of commercialism. The state of Hip Hop is under attack from a bitter enemy that has been waging
war against freedom of speech and music for decades.
There are a few emcees left that are not afraid to stand on
the front line and protect the culture that has given millions of youth a voice across the world. Some have given their lives,
both literally and metaphorically, to ensure the future of the movement. Some have sweat blood and tears to bring themselves
from being poor in spirit to being rich in wisdom and word. Big Lo has done his time and is staking his claim as a poet of
Hip Hop.
Big Lo now lives in Pensacola, Florida, and is one of the true believers and preachers of Hip Hop; taking
the empire over one city at a time. With Hip Hop infused with his soul and with inspiration from emcees like Killah Priest,
Canibus, Wu-Tang Clan, 2Pac (RIP) and others he began to sharpen his craft and freestyle at the age of sixteen – within
two years he began to piece together his artwork. In 2003, he brought his unique gift of word to the people and he hasn’t
looked back since. The people of Tallahassee, Ft. Walton, Pensacola, Orlando, Thomasville, Panama City, Miami, Mobile, Atlanta
and New York City have already experienced the brutal truth-telling rhymes that he brings to the mic.
Big Lo has
featured on many mix-tapes and compilations. His appearance on “Guerillas in the Mixx” placed him amongst music
warriors such as Public Enemy, The Coup, and Michael Franti. His album “Where Am I Going?” with the tracks “Where
Am I Going?”, “The State of Hip Hop”, and “The Way You Make Me Feel” (featuring Indya) allowed
his music to reach the far corners of the hip-hop empire through internet and radio play.
Big Lo has released
more music with the help of Jade Foxx, Tonedeff, 14th Century, Vast Aire, Inferno, Tommy 2 Face and Beretta 9 and many more
talented Hip Hop emcees. In 2007 he released his second album, “MindState: Freedom”. In 2008 he released the "First
Priority" Mixtape hosted by Shadyville/G-Unit's DJ Epps and in September of this year he released his third album, entitled
"The Plague".
Big Lo’s political observance and self-awareness within the confines of his rhymes
serve testament to his unique style to incorporate his inner-most influences and passions – most notably the prophet
Muhammad (PBUH), Soren Kierkegaard, Hunter S. Thompson and the never-ending struggle for freedom across the globe –
particularly within occupied Palestine.
There is no question that Lo has picked up the banner of Hip Hop and charged
full-charge toward the enemy that wishes to see Hip Hop destroyed from within. The societal evolution they are working so
hard for will soon be the revolution that devours them and frees the souls and minds of millions. Like Big Lo revealed in
his track “Anotha Drop in the Bucket” – “… save the children and pray for the rest.”
Trey Meador - January 22, 2007(Updated October 8th, 2009)
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