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#Mixtape: #TYOTU #TheYearOfTheUnderdawgs

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Dj Twista, and Illest DJ’s presents T.Y.O.T.U. The Year Of The Underdawgs Vol 1. Hosted by Run Em Up Clutch Gang’s own Swagga Run Em Up and Major Bandz. The mixtape was based on underdogs working, grinding, and putting in work. This project for people on the come up. Features include artists Fast Life Kurt, Premo, Chris Millz, Kold Kase, Young Money Yawn, ARoc, Manifest, Kurfu, Merlot Maine, Hype Pachino, Dboystackalini, Trill Gates, Yungg Duke, Murkk Mula, Mike Slugga, Pusha T, Shyst, and Drama Squad.

Artwork: DJ Blaze Burna

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Unsigned Talent: BAD NEWZ – (252)

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I decided to give Bad Newz some extra shine because he has high potential and an aggressive style that clearly stands out. The tracks presented are old. We decided to give them to you. I felt they still needed to be shared with more people.

Bad Newz is from Harlem, New York and moved to Rocky Mount, North Carolina when he was 9 years old. He still visits up north, but in the south he represents Armstrong projects. Bad Newz is a highly respected battle rapper but is also an artist and a songwriter. When I asked him why battles he said..

“I battle for the love of the culture and to just make sure I keep my lyrical skills sharp.”

I know Bad Newz is a good writer as well. He likes to learn and motivate others to do better, and be better. He says his top 4 rappers are 50 cent, Jadakiss, Lil wayne, and Meek Mill. His favorite album and mixtape? Get Rich or Die Trying and I Cant Feel My Face!

I ran into him one day recently and we had a brief conversation about music. I was curious as to what type of Bad Newz this could be. He let me hear a little something and I was impressed. In my opinion Newz has a mix of up north and down south which shows balance. After hearing his material I wanted to hear more, and just like the first time I was impressed again. I feel he has raw talent but Newz usually laughs it off and gives a humbling thank you. I’m pretty sure he knows what he is capable of. Even though the music we decided to share is old I still feel his bars and lyrics are a threat. I salute aggression like his. Bad Newz just wants to be successful and just wants his family to eat. Expect more from him because his potential is great.

His message to you: “Keep ya eyes peeled cause 2014 is my year! I’m about to drop my new mixtape! Nobody wants to hear Bad Newz! The movement is NSB! North South Boyz, WE MOVING!”

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Unsigned Talent: Cloverdale Rell – (252)

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Born June 20, 1986 to George and Gwen, Cloverdale Rell is a rapping talent from Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The name Cloverdale Rell comes from his name Gerell and the old neighborhood he grew up in. He also has lived in the neighborhood called Hillsdale.

The Rocky Mount native feels he features the wordplay of an early Jadakiss and has smooth sincerity of Jay-Z or Nas. He can project imagery like Rick Ross or Young Jeezy in his rhymes as well as story telling. Cloverdale grew up heavily into sports such as baseball, basketball, and football. Growing up listening to rap he grew to respect Jay-Z, 2 Pac, Biggie, and Nas. Cloverdale also has an admiration for gospel because that was the only music his mother ever played. Gospel created a sense of soul, but the gangsta radio being played by his brothers gave him a feel of style and street savvy. His father was a military man who on weekends would find himself in and out of every liquor house in town. He says that doesn’t seem like the type of place for a 14-16 year old kid, but he feels it taught him more than a history book ever could.

Cloverdale Rell began rapping at 13 years old, but only took it serous at 16 years old when his peers took notice. He has received local awards for freestyle battles at the American Legion, but never really wanted to settle as just a battle rapper. Almost everyone rapped including his brothers, but no one expected or believed he would be that talented at such a young age. He is always nominated for lyricist, best rap, or new rap artist at the NCUMAs each year. In his raps he expresses freedom with his words by not holding anything back. I see you Cloverdale Rell!

Social media: CloverdaleRell

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Unsigned Talent: KingMdot – MJ (252)

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MJ “KingMdot” from Rocky Mount, NC (252) has always written poetry and eventually evolved into a more rhythmic rap. He has always loved listening and playing the guitar.

“Their music is something I not only hear, but something I feel in my soul” (on guitars)

His music roots are found in blues, soulful R&B, folk, rock, and hip-hop. He draws inspiration from B.B. King, Lauryn Hill, James Taylor, Jimi Hendrix, and Cee-Lo Green. These diverse sources of inspiration give his music a unique twist and soulful blend, giving birth to a new genre he calls “Eclectic Fusion.”

Also have a look at his website. Keep up the good work!

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KingMdot.com

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