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CD Release PARTY and Open Mic Battle SEPT 24th
In the fall of 2008, we traveled to Dar es Salaam to help a group of street youth record a hip hop album with the help of Urban Project, a grassroots charity that support youth lead art projects in urban centers, and the GENEROUS CONTRIBUTIONS OF OUR DONORS (you!), these guys were able to record a six track album that they called Maisha Magumu (Hard Life).
This event is to celebrate their music and talent and to THANK YOU for donating to this project.
ENTRY IS FREE.
All proceeds from CD sales ($10 each) will go back to the artists and will help to pay for safe housing and school fees.
There will also be a live performance by Victoria based Hip Hop crew, THE C.F.C.
ARE YOU AN ASPIRING MC? We’ll also be hosting an Open Mic Hip Hop Battle.
See you there!
The Lamplighter Pub. 92 Water Street. Vancouver, BC.
CAN’T MAKE IT, BUT STILL WANT TO SUPPORT THESE ARTISTS?
September 4th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
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September 4th, 2009 at 2:22 pm
Don’t throw a battle with “no expereince necessary” or the caliber of the show will reflect that. (a lot of awkward silences)
if you want an entertaining show get…
manik
aspire
hellnback (the best)
catch 23
…and they can help you find more.
Just my 2 cents.
September 14th, 2009 at 12:53 pm
Thanks McElroy. Thats good advice. The intention with this event was to bring out some young talented mcs that wouldn’t normally take the stage, so we wanted to make it un-intimidating. Our whole project in Dar was to give the stage to a group of really talent, but unknown MCs, that don’t normally get a chance to show how talented they are. But you’re right, we need a balance and it would be great to get some experienced MCs out there as well. Otherwise, where would the inspiration come from right?
Thanks for your thoughts and advice.
L
September 18th, 2009 at 5:09 pm
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