UNSIGNED VOLUME III-ISSUE VIII
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ha Kevin Aondoakaa Uvah — In Makurdi, Nigeria, West Africa, Hip-Hop wasn’t even known so he grew up listening to riddim/reggae and R&B music artist such as Shirley Murdock, Gladys Knight, Teddy Pendergrass, Al Green and Marvin Gaye. Moving from Nigeria to Champaign,Illinois, he experenced a quiet childhood and was kept away from the bad influences of his rough American neighborhood by his immigrant parents. Sha like most kids loved music, particularly the growing genre of music known as Hip-Hop or rap music but never had aspired to get into it. Year’s later, another move, this time to Louisiana, is where he was exposed to new and different styles of music. In Louisiana he was still being impacted by rap music, he became a big fan of the legendary hip hop group, Bones, Thugs-N-Harmony; so much so, that he began to harmonize to some of their songs. After graduating from high school, Sha attended the University of West Florida. The new college student found himself struggling with an identity crisis; even his personal struggle didn’t damper his love for the music. With greater focus, he began to understand the hip hop genre, especially discerning lyrical skills and creative word-play, instead
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of only listening to the tracks. Also, he began to practice both harmony and crafted his lyrical style. In 1991, Sha succumbed to the urge of Hip Hop, he decided it was the music for him. His growth and music was enhanced by working with Imani of Hattisburg, Mississippi. The collaboration sharpened his lyrical skills and was combined with a study of some of the greats, mainly the late Tupac Shakur. Sadly in 2001, Imani was murder by gun violence but two-years later, during his incarcenration she spoken to him in a dream and it became the inspiration for his debut recording “Evolution.” Since being released, Sha has continued making music and has joined his cousin Shadow P to build 2Entertainment .
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s a very unique artist. He has thunderous ear-catching voice that produces very sharp punchlines and very witty wordplay. Even though his style is mainly street/gangsta rab based, he has the ability to adapt to any genre or style of music. Known as the “Punchline King” his wordplay ability can be compared to artists such as Lil Wayne, Cassidy, & Fabolous. His braggadocious and confident swagger leads to a mic presence that can be compared to current rap moguls like Ludacris, Rick Ross, MJG, Tityboi, & Yo Gotti. Theirs a twist to this artist -he has “literally been through and has survived the harshness of poverty and street crimes. He has actually lived the life he speaks of, the authenticity of his music is evident as party songs and the occasional “Im Ballin” track turns to a heartfelt song about his experience living such an unforgiving life. The
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depthness of his music can also be compared to the likes of rappers like Scarface, Beanie Siegal & the late Tupac & Nortorious B.I.G. There is another side of Pu$ha’s music demolishing madness. Coming from a home where his mother frequently working to support the needs of her two children, He gained admiration and respect for the independent-hardworking modern day woman. Sex is usually the topic of most of the songs he devoted to these women but his charm and smoothness makes it acceptable and listen worthy. Although overweight, he tends to win crowds that the usual “pretty boy” rapper aquires. “Some” say his babyface and boyish yet gangsta charm is irresitible. Others say he’s “aggrogant” and overly pompous although, no matter what personal opinion you have of this artist it is undeniable that he is incredriblt talented and he delivers on every track he involved in. He’s defintely an artist to watch. Mr. Airplane is going places!
Mississippi Pu$ha Man interview by: Kartie Kitten
Kitten: How Did You Get The Name Pu$ha? Pu$ha: My first rap name when I became serious
about music was “ Sirius da Pu$ha.
Kitten: Are you mainly known for your Punchlines? Pu$ha: Honestly Yea, Those punchlines wouldn’t mean nothin without that Confidence & Delivery. Kitten: Would you say your survival of the streets gave you that Confident swag? Pu$ha: Hell Ya! I mean Im a Real Street Nigga, So the confidence I have comes knowingly. Kitten: Why do you say your past life is Unforgiving? Pu$ha: I’ve seen a lot of people die around me and we all have been in and outta jails for most of our lives. Kitten When you do Party Songs are your lyrics more laid back? Pu$ha: On party songs I’m really able to just swagg it out and have fun. I still deliver the wordplay? Kitten: Do you feel that some of your lyrics are to raw on sexual topics? Pu$ha: Lol, Ummm I’m a Freak so Hell Ya! Kitten: How Smooth is Pu$ha Charm? Pu$ha: Smooth like Peanut Butter baby; Being Mississippi Delta we learn at young age how to charm. Kitten Some say you Arrogant? Pu$ha: Yea, but if you don’t believe in Yourself, who else will! Kitten You have many names which one really discribes who you are? Pu$ha: Pu$ha wit da dolla sign. At the end of the day its all about te finance ya digg. Kitten: You bringing what in 2013? Pu$ha: The Best you ever heard in yo life.
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“IF YOU DON’T BELIEVE IN YOURSELF WHO ELSE WILL”
I AM A POET I AM A POET And the only thing different from me and you is My words.......... My adjectives and my verbs See my words change lives They soften hardened hearts and bring Tears to eyes...... My words make the lies of the devil meet with truth And such is how I got the name IMANI Truth IMANI means faith and belief While God is The way the... The Truth... And The light So this means that I am an entity who has faith and believes in God So my words are my plight..... I am more than just lyrical But spirital and yet sensual I make love to the pages Proof reading my words will having you wondering my what my age is YES!!! I AM A POET I’m a high definition soldiers with these words The talent inside me will have one Binging and purging on what you heard.... The truth can be hard to swallow at times See I was gifted with these words I didn’t just decide to start writing Cus my spirit had already been reciting Words flow thru me endlessly and reach the masses I’m doin gods work and I AM A POET So you better grasp this And hold tight Cus if you were looking for THE TRUTH You just found her tonight!!! I AM IMANI Truth By: Angela “IMANI Truth” Manson www.ImaniTruthPoetry.com
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Biography
Teiona Rashe Denicia Gunn
“Teiona Power 9 (Stage Name TP9) was born and raised in Kansas City, MO. but now resides in Atlanta, Georgia. She was discovered by Super Producer Montel Jones of Jamtel and “Jungle Slide” As Montel watched a video tape of BJ Wayz her brother performing. From there the magic began. Teiona was only 8 years old and her strong delivery, positivity, and confident attitude exploded on stage at every performance. At 9 yrs old, following the footsteps of her older brother, she quickly caught on and started writing her own music and going to the studio. TP9 not only can rap and sing, she also dance and choreograph her own stage shows at times alongside assistance of her older sister. TP9 has recorded many songs, and was once managed by R&B singer Ginuwine. By age 12 she featured made Ebony Eyez Album and also worked with Rap Artist Jibbs and featured on the flop dance song. She has performed on stages in the North, South, East and West Coast Regions of the United Stages capturing fans from all over. Now at the age of 18, she is ready to take the world by storm with her high energy performances as well as releasing hit songs that will last a lifetime. She is currently managed by Syrius Ent In addition, the Rapper,Singer,Songwriter and Dancer TP9 is the exclusive feature artist on the Fall 2013 “On The Grind” Edition front cover of the 2013 Award Winning Best Online and Print Independent Magazine TP9 Coming To An Area Near You”
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SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: @therealtp9 Facebook: teiona gunn Instagram:tp9_ Youtube: TP9music tp9tv Contact Rosslyn for booking 816 217 2117
“I AM SO GRATEFUL” -TP9
TP9 ! s n a F o T s k l Ta CEO: Where did your unique stage name generated from? TP9: My name originally came from how energetic I was as a performer, now it represents power and new birth. CEO: How was the childhood growing up in Kansas City, MO? TP9: Growing up in Kansas City showed me that I wanted better for myself, and my family. I was never really a girly girl as child. I just wanted to do music, but Kansas City has made me, and I think you can see that in my shows. CEO:What occur in life that made you make the decision to leave Kansas City and move to ATL? TP9: I moved from Kansas City to Atl because my family and I, felt opportunity calling our names, and we wasted no time, and made that move on faith and a prayer. CEO: How was the experience with been discovered by Montel Jones? TP9: Being discovered by Montel was very shocking! I never really thought anyone was ever paying attention to me. That’s just goes to show that you never know Who is watching you. Always stay ready matter what. CEO: How much of an influence did your Big brother play on you to make music your career decision? TP9: My brother was a huge influence back then, and even now. We are twins I’m always asking for his opinions, and advice because he has {18} www.unsignedmag.com
been there and done that. CEO: Was it hard to follow them steps that your brother have laid down first? TP9: . I don’t think it was hard following my brother steps. I was too busy having fun with my career to be catching up with anyone. I wanted to do things the way he did it, but I wanted create my own steps. CEO: Do you sometimes go back and look at the music you wrote and rewrite them and perform them? TP9: ’m not big on rewriting songs especially if they are done completely. I leave it as is, and pray that it touches some one.
“My Music is Very Young & Edgy” CEO: How would you describe your music and what makes you give such an awesome performance on stage every time? TP9: My music is very YOUNG, and edgy. I love hip hop,and truth but I also like a lot of different genres,and can’t wait to try them out. There is no secret to how I perform. I just love God,and love singing his praises, and that alone helps me out on a great performance
interviewed by: Ceo Chocolate CEO: Have the discussion between siblings to becoming a duo since the family is so talented? TP9: .My Siblings and I have never thought about becoming a group. It’s a wonderful idea! But we are all consumed with family and trying to find ourselves. So I believe being solo is vital right now. CEO: Please share the experience that you had being manage by R&B artist Ginuwine? TP9: Ginuwine is a great man, and he’s always working.and inspiring. Honored to have worked with, and to know him as well CEO: At all your performances which one would you say is your favorite? TP9: I don’t have a favorite performance something good comes out of every single one and for that! I’m grateful. CEO:What are some of the things you have coming up for your fans? TP9: I have more music on the way, and can not wait to share what God has given me.
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interviewed by Essence Rayne
RAYNE:Whicstage name signify who you are? You have many to choose from. R!CkLo: Everybody calls me R!CkLo. My earlier work I went by the Lyrical Alchemist, trying to symbolize that you can’t have Light without Darkness. I prefer “Die Hottnot God” which means Praying Mantus in afrikaan.
story with amazing lyrical alchemists on every track.
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RAYNE: Your Work with International producers which track is your favorite? R!CkLo: I actually have 2 tracks I consider favorites. My 1st international collab
RAYNE: How is the experience of being a DJ in Capetown, South Africa? R!CkLo: I think being a DJ in South Africa is one of the easiest and best wasys of making mone in the industry. At the same time the biggest problem Hip Hop in Cape Town is facing, is that our DJ’s don;t play enough of our music. Not even in the clubs, I try with my radio show I can say there is 1 other radio show that plays as much local Hip Hop as me it’s frustrating!
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RAYNE: Explain your childhood more to us? R!CkLo: I was confused growing up. We moved around a lot , so I figured out that when I steal money and sweets, I had friends around me all the time. Got involved with gangs and bigger crimes around 13. Smuggling guns & drugs. I was raised speaking English in an area that was predominantly Afrikaans. Afrikaans kids were “tougher” & could “fight”. So I had to be even tougher and fight more than the other kids to fit in. Learned a lot and Regret a lot.
RAYNE Who was your First Rap Mc to hear? R!CkLo: Snoop is who I listen to get into Hip Hop. I was a bit late but it was a good start. Then got into Wu-Tang Clan, hearing a real {22} www.unsignedmag.com
was w/ Pau Prince & KGB, so that track will always be special. 2nd is w/ The Soul beat Assassinator from the UK. RAYNE: What Genre is more popular in South Africa? R!CkLo: People are slowly warming up to our Hip Hop even though groups like P.O.C played an important role in ending aparheid. People are all over that YMCB music! But I’s say electronic music like trance, dub-
RAYNE: Your first album drops when? R!CkLo: 2016 I might just drop my first offical album. as Die Hottnot God. I have a digital LP dropping in Feb. I also planning to release 2 EP telling the story about 2 Big South African historical figures from their perspective. -Salute
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