Ras Nebyu: Starting Point Guard, Washington Slizzards

The Washington Wizards may be mired in a rebuilding year with only a few bright spots, but deeper in the city lies the Washington Slizzards, a hotbed of artistic talent led by rapper Ras Nebyu.  The self-ascribed “point guard” of the collective, Nebyu is a charismatic and youthful presence, with poignant lyrics and playful song themes spread out across his most recent album, “Uptown Lion … Continue reading Ras Nebyu: Starting Point Guard, Washington Slizzards

Gonzo & Beez Flex Rising Star Status on “None the Wiser”

With clever lyrics, creative and fresh instrumentation, and a flair for showing off, Gonzo & Beez are the newest hot duo in the hip-hop/R&B sphere. With their first album together, “None the Wiser,” they more concretely proved that their skills could extend to a full-length effort. After dropping “Minute Steak,” which debuted several months ago, their work has gained traction amongst the Elon University community, … Continue reading Gonzo & Beez Flex Rising Star Status on “None the Wiser”

Pure Colors, Modern Funk Ambassador

Hailing from Atlanta, 26-year-old Pure Colors is emerging on the scene as a talented and youthful face for future funk out East. With clutch collaborations such as Flamingosis and Engelwood now logged into his discography, there is only upside remaining for this developing musician. By reconstructing 70s funk and disco, Pure Colors hopes to tastefully rebrand the grooviest music in world history to show young listeners the roots of … Continue reading Pure Colors, Modern Funk Ambassador