The “Big Question” Hip Hop Scholarship Essay Contest

Blame It On Hip Hop (BIOHH), a Twin Cities-based apparel company, hit the scene in 2002 with a positive message. Marcus Manning, Richard Strong and Michael Livingston are still pushing that message, providing a fresh and concious alternative to other urban wear, and supporting the advancement of Hip Hop culture. With the violent end of the Twin Cities Hip Hop Awards this year, BIOHH finds it more important than ever to continue the dialogue about Hip Hop, and support the educational opportunity of youth in the Hip Hop movement.

BIOHH is offering the chance to win $500 through a educational scholarship essay contest for high school seniors and college students nationwide. Two winners will be selected this March by a Hip Hop all-star advisory panel, based on students’ answers to one of the following “Big Questions”:

1) What is the importance of hip-hop culture and it’s foundations, and what active role are you taking to give back to hip-hop? or
2) What do you think the world would look like without hip-hop, and what significance does hip-hop have in your life?

I sat down with Wright to explore the connection he is making between the local and global community. See video slideshow below.

B FRESH: With the benefit for Haiti that Rhymesayers organized and your new project where all proceeds will go to the same cause, tell us about the importance of connecting the local with the global community. How do you stay active and engaged in this connection?
Toki Wright: The world is a lot smaller place than we think. We have a lot more in common with our global neighbors than we think. Our music travels across the world and effects many people. As long as you are telling a true story you can connect with others everywhere.

BF: With your organizing and activist hat on, what would you tell people about the struggle or obstacles in making these local/global connections?
TW: The struggle is to make sure that your words find their way into all communities and they are backed up by action.

BF: Your new project touches on similar issues: From your travels around the world to the experiences of a simple day in the barber shop. What should fans and supporters expect from BlackMale and of Toki Wright for 2010?
TW: People should expect a very well thought-out project in BlackMale. Every song on the project is significant to me. It shows my growth as an artist and a person since releasing A Different Mirror. In 2010, I have no plans of slowing down or stopping. I have my first headlining tour coming up (the Black Belt Tour) starting February 25th. I’m going to keep pushing my released projects while working on features and my new album.

BF: What is your inspiration for the project?
TW: I was inspired to add to the documentation of the African-American experience. As we advance technologically we also lose much of our storytelling. If people dig up the United States 1,000 years from now and all they hear are tales of violence and partying, it will make sense why we were led to our own destruction. I want to be able to add some other answers.

BF: Give me your most memorable line from this project off the top:
TW: Off of the track Time Zones-”You wont make it to see 25/they tell us in the hood but they aint tell the kids at Columbine.”

BF: What is your creative process like?
TW: Stress and relief.

BF: What is a habit you have or something quirky that you do while creating?
TW: I keep a pen and pad next to my bed and try to always write my first thoughts when waking up.

BF: After coming off of tour and setting into your new position over at McNally, what has changed about your lifestyle, music etc, and what has stayed the same?
TW: I’m much more focused. I’ve been challenging myself to write in different ways. I don’t think I’m too much different from before the exposure though people may look at me in a different way.

BF: Do you have any other show coming up?
TW: Me and Sims from Doomtree had to make the decision of whether or not to play this benefit show because we are both playing at Sauce on Saturday, February 13th. The Haiti Benefit will be a lot shorter performances, but we knew we had to be present. I look forward to having a party with people both Tuesday and Saturday.

BF: If you could work with anyone this year who would it be and why?
TW: Me, Bob Marley, Jimi Hendrix, and J Dilla on the production. Why not?

BF: Is there anything else you want the world to know about Toki Wright?
TW: “BlackMale” will be available online next Tuesday February 16th. Twitter me. @mrwrighttc

Exclusive track: \Out of Nothing\ by Toki Wright

Listen to C Train by Sarah White HERE

“I’ve learned you have to know what you want. If you don’t, you will never get it.” -Sarah White

Interview and photos by Rebecca McDonald of B FRESH Photography and Media

(Short version originally published on citypages.com)

Sarah White in the studio

You might remember her as one of the first female lyricists putting it down in the Twin Cities Hip Hop scene, working with the likes of Black Blondie, Kanser, and countless other artists and groups. Sarah White is a mother, singer, emcee, photographer, writer, blogstress and wifey with a keen sense for social networking, marketing and design. After living in the Twin Cities for most of her life, she and her family decided to move to Brooklyn several years ago, to continue feeding their already-thriving music and artistic careers. White’s current fusion sound mixes up a bit of soul, hiphop, triphop, nujazz, rock and even folk. The streets of New York inspire her to stay on her game more than ever, and she has a brag list to prove it. City Pages took the C train to Brooklyn to see what she has been up to since relocating, and caught a behind the scenes glimpse of her recording in the studio with Rico/Dj Don Cuco.

B FRESH: I know of your work in many different facets, so you know I have to ask: What do you do? How do you describe yourself?

Sarah White: I am a mother, singer, emcee, photographer, writer, blogstress and wifey with a been itch for social networking, marketing and design.

BF: I’m curious, what did you want to be when you were little?

SW: First an obstetrician. Like Bill Cosby played on the Cosby Show. Then a movie star. Then a singer.

BF: Of course, a singer! And what inspires you?

SW: People around me doing what the love to the fullest with no regrets. My people in Minneap still holding it down inspire me with their creativity and dedication (like RSE, I cant believe the EMPIRE they have created and how much it impacts the scene even in NYC). The people in Brooklyn inspire me to always try harder. There seems to always be someone down the block doing what I do but tighter. Keeps you on your game! The community out here really works togther though, which inspires me for the things we can build for the future.

BF: For those that aren’t familiar with your work in the Twin Cities, tell us some folks you worked with?

SW: I’ve worked in [the group] Kanser, I was a member of Traditional Methods, Black Blondie (I started that shit with Sam- it was her and I in the beginning), Desdamona, I Self Divine, M.anifest, Kelsey Crawford, Booka B, Pee Wee Dread, Dj Don Cuco aka Rico Simon Mendez, Maria Isa, Felipe, Ike, Andy Gillespie, and so many more. I performed with tons of others, and Jon Jon helped alot with booking and promotion.

BF: What are some bragging points while living in the Twin Cities?

SW:   I felt like I came into the music scene at the perfect time to help put Minneap on the map. First, with Traditional Methods we played and opened for great acts like Fishbone, Lyrics Born, Camplo, Atmosphere, Sage Francis, etc playing everything from political rallies to straight up hip-hop shows in Dinkytown.  Then, as Black Blondie got off to a great start,  we opened for some big names like Jill Scott, Amy Winehouse, The Coup, The Roots, Alice Smith, the list goes on. We were nominated for the MN Music Awards, took second place for best band for City Pages in 2007?2006?, and even landed a spot in the Black Lily Music Festival in Philly. In the beggining of my solo career,  I opened for K-OS and ?ueslove thanks to Jon Jon at Foundation before it closed down. I also helped to curate the first and second B-Girl Be festival.

BF: After moving to Brooklyn, how was it adjusting to NY after living in the Twin Cities for so long? 26 years, right?

SW: Yes, easier than I expected. Brooklyn is really inviting and I met amazing people right away, that made me feel home. The rats and “waterbugs” were the hardest part to swallow.

BF: What have you been up to since you left the Twin Cities for Brooklyn?

SW: So much. I have been releasing music, working on new projects, networking, building, dreaming… and trying to keep a balance with the family life in BK. When we first moved to Brooklyn, I hit the ground running and basically jumped right into the scene with music and photography. There was so much new to see, so many people to build with and learn from… I felt unstoppable, but exhausted!

BF: Who have you work with since living in New York?

SW: I’ve been working with Rico/Dj Don Cuco, Dhundee, Arch_typ, JTodd, Yellowtail, Busy, Altered Natives, M.anifest, Nicholas Ryan Grant, Kiva, Daru Jones, Imani Uzuri, Matt Shadtek, Kassiano, Rucyl, Andrew Edward Brown, Hadyn & more and I have performed with Ursula Rucker, EricRico, Eagle Nebula, Imani Uzuri, King Britt, Afta-1, RasG, Taylor McFerrin, Bobbito, Waajeed, TK Wonder, Jose James, Dj Moni, Rep Life, The Beatards, Caitlin Meissner, and so many more.

BF: What are some bragging points while living in Brooklyn?

SW: I released my solo EP, Hiding Blind in 2008 with distribution by Bagpak Records. That release was a very grassroots recording, most of it in my studio in Minneapolis and bedroom studio in NYC. I was also on a CD compilation by Dj Moni released by Toy Factory, and in Luire Mag in stores in Japan and online. That compilation featured one song by me, and other artist like Waajeed, Bilal, Little Dragon, Zaki Ibrahim, Dhundee, Coultrain, etc. We also have had tracks released in Italy, UK, Paris and music for sale in shops in Barcelona. I have been blessed to get a lot of press love, being featured in Luire Magazine in Japan, Parlour & Clutch Magazine, and tons of other online music sites and blogs. It has really helped to get the word out.  I released a single (I WANNA BE WITH YOU Original and Rucyl remix) on King Britt’s label (FIVESIXMEDIA) in 2009 and they have been getting international play on dance floors.  Rico and I have been a part of Saturn Never Sleeps (curated by King Britt and Rucyl Mills - http://saturnneversleeps.com/about) which brought me back to Philly to play.  I also was honored to be a part of Imani Uzuri’s “A Black Girls Rock Opera” singing with her and other amazing musicians at the Apollo in 2008. The biggest thing so far, was winning the Scion Electronic Vocalist Competition, playing the “Friends We Love” Music Festival and being on stage with Muhsinah @ the Sonar Festival in Barcelona.

BF: Tell us more about winning the Scion Electronic Vocalist Competition, and what you did.

SW: First off, I have to give love to C-Rocka for pushing me to enter it. I’m not one for competitions, but I figured, what the ^&%$ do I have to loose? Basically, they started out with tons of singers and narrowed it down to 30. I had to write 3 original songs in 1 week, and perform them live with no effects, on camera and in front of industry judges, and be the best. Lucky for me, I won : ) I got a fat check (which bought Rico and I tickets to Barcelona for a month), recording equipment and a trip to Cali to record a track for a Scion AV Compilation. It drops next month. It was a huge blessing.

BF: What lessons have you learned since living in Brooklyn?

SW: I’ve learned you have to know what you want. If you don’t, you will never get it.  Also, I’ve learned how to network my ass off. Its a business, really.

BF: How would you describe your sound, and how has it evolved since living in Minneapolis?

SW: I’ve have have difficulty describing my sound because its a fusion of so many, but people have called it soul, hiphop, triphop, nujazz, rock and even folk. I feel like since I moved to NY I have done more experimenting and genre-pushing, so Ive branched into more house, harder rock, grimier hiphop (is that a word?) and more soulful melodies. Just kind of turned it up a notch.

BF: Are there any places you frequent, or things that you do when you are missing the Twin Cities?

SW: Yes. That happens very often lately. I have found a few spots ran by Minneapolis people out in NYC, so I go eat there to get that Midwest vibe when I need it most. When I’m missing the music scene, I stalk everyone’s Myspace pages and videos, in complete shock at how dope everyone looks in Minneap. I still think musicians in Minneap are far more experimental and emotional than most cities. They push the art in the music and I love it. Miss it. So.. I google it.

BF: What can’t you live without from the Twin Cities?

SW: The wedge, Tao Foods, Bryant Lake Bowl’s granola pancakes and egg sandwich with veggie sausage, Origami Sushi, Drea and Emerson, My family!!!, Lava Lounge, Smitten Kitten, block parties, backyards and discounted shopping. I’m drooling right now…

BF: What are your plans for 2010? Any new projects? What should we expect from Sarah White?

SW: Everyday I’m hustin’. Expect to see more music! I will be releasing an EP from my new acoustic project, Via Barcelona, along with my full length album, coming soon. Also watch out for the project with M.anifest (S & M) which I’m recording as we speak, and a few singles/remixes. I am also excited to dive back into Hip Hop and getting back on my flows in 2010.

BF: If you could work with anyone in the industry right now, who would it be, and why?

SW: Wow! So many people. I guess I would love to do a track with Yukimi from Little Dragon. I love that band! They remind me of Minneapolis but turned up 100 notches. I would also love to work with the BLK JKS– they blow me away.

BF: Anything else you would like to say? Any shoutouts?

SW: Thanks to B FRESH for being so FRESH. Also check me out on Wronglips & Twitter! Shoutouts to Interlock, the Southside, White-Mendez-Johnson-Hughes Fam, and all my people in NY & Philly that keep inspiring me day to day! Thanks to Bagpak, SNS and my boo Rico!

For more information, please visit:

sarahwhite.bandcamp.com

www.mysarahwhite.com

wronglips.blogspot.com

fotosforbarcelona.blogspot.com

Interview by Rebecca McDonald of B FRESH Photography and Media

“…one of the main issues confronting our youth is teen pregnancy, STDs, and HIV/AIDS. The number of people infected is on the rise, so it is important we get the word out…we have to continue to reinforce protection and testing.” -Hasan Salaam

The underground Hip Hop video genre has been quite disappointing lately- forgettable, in fact. Now that video equiptment is affordable, and rappers have aspirations of becoming actors, everyone and their mamas think they can shoot a quality video. No more is the Myspace rapper–now you must watch out for the YouTube rappers. But think again. It takes true passion, innovative thinking, technical skill and a dope team to pull off a quality production that will leave you wanting more, and waiting for the next video to drop.

[Enter rapper Hasan Salaam, director Mark Carranceja of Noisemaker Media and actress and model Ameena Dove].

Since their collabo-cameo on the scene with “15 Minutes,” people have quietly waited to see what they would come up with next. They brought it to the next level with “Angel Dust” off of Hasan Salaam’s album, Children of God. Think Cops meets Quentin Tarantino meets Wong Kar Wai.

“Angel Dust” is a voyeuristic tale of survival. The fusion of Salaam’s lyrical prowess and Noisemaker’s edgy technical vision create the dark and mysterious world of Angel, dominated by red hot passion and gripping pain. The team pulls viewers into a world of real life consequence in less than six minutes.

On Saturday, January 23, 2010, the “Angel Dust” world premier will be held in Brooklyn, NY at Public Assembly (Facebook RSVP: http://bit.ly/7ysnZ5). The party will double as an HIV/AIDS awareness concert, for Hasan Salaam’s intention is that “…one of the main issues confronting our youth is teen pregnancy, STDs, and HIV/AIDS. The number of people infected is on the rise, so it is important we get the word out…we have to continue to reinforce protection and testing.” The team is working with LIFEbeat on this event, and it is a moment not to miss in the history of the underground Hip Hop music video genre.

I sat down with the three powerhouses this week to give you a glimpse into the world of “Angel Dust.”

B FRESH: Describe “Angel Dust” for those readers who are not familiar with the song.
Hasan Salaam: “Angel Dust” is a collaboration between me and Lord Jamar on my second album, Children of God. It was a story I had been wanting to tell for a minute. Jamar let me hear the track and what I had written already fit perfect and the rest of it just flowed.

BF: Brand Nubain’s Lord Jamar produced the track, and also sings the hook. How did you two link up?
HS: We linked at a show in Richmond VA a couple years back.

BF: Since “Angel Dust” is based on a true story, can you describe the unique experience and challenges of rapping about topics such as stripping, prostitution and HIV/AIDS in a substantial and meaningful way– a way that is frequently void in Hip Hop, even among conscious rappers.
HS: Everything is true except the part about her having AIDS, which I wrote as a precaution. We have not spoken in years. I was with her through all of this. We used to be on the hustle together, so her story, in some ways, was mine as well. I was there for the drugs, the hustle–we were supposed to start a business together and make flicks but we chose different paths, I wound up making music she went out to Cali to pursue the dream of making it in the sex industry.

BF: You state that “Angel Dust” is about “…outlining the painful story of a stripper who is destroyed inside a web of her own escapisms.” The video illustrates a very fine line between stripping and prostitution in the world of Angel. What does her world look like?
HS: Her world is just that, escaping her past of abuse with the idea that if she controls the sex, she can control the men. The stripping was just a way to meet clients. She chased the money ‘cuz she felt the money vindicated her troubles, almost like it was medicine for the pain, not realizing that the pursuit of that caused her more pain due to what she was doing to get the money.

BF: When did you first decide to do a video for this song?
HS: Right after we recorded it. My engineer Mike Marvel was like “Yo! You gotta shoot a video for this one!”

BF: How did you and Mark Carranceja of Noisemaker Media link?
HS: We first started building on the set of the video for “Broke and Proud” w/ Rugged N Raw off his Truth Serum album. I was impressed with Mark’s work from the filming, to the editing, to the final product. After that, we shot the video for “15 Minutes.”

B FRESH: When Hasan came to you about this video, what was your first reaction?
Mark Carranceja: Hasan approached me with “Angel Dust” right after we shot “15 Minutes.” I felt honored to work with Hasan again, considering that there are other music video directors that were probably barking in his ear at the time. After my work on “15 Minutes,” I knew that he trusted me with my vision and believed in my skill as a visual artist, and I knew that Angel Dust was more than just another video. This is the first video that allowed me to visualize a world within a world.

BF: What technical challenges in filming the video did you face? How did you resolve them?
MC: Finding the perspective of the story was definitely a challenge that I needed to overcome when I started filming. I wasn’t sure if I should’ve told this story from Angel’s perspective, from Hasan’s point of view, or from a third person. I shot from all three perspectives and I kept finding myself going back to a voyeurist’s point of view. It felt comfortable and it allowed me to film loosely, meaning that I would shoot without a treatment and without the hassles of shooting in a coverage-based fashion. I took some cues from Wong Kar Wai and Lars Von Triers’ technical approach to filmmaking– I allowed for actors to explore improvisation instead of having some set direction that they needed to follow as if the actors were trained circus animals. [Laughs] Overall, Angel Dust is largely built on improvisionational technique. It was imperative that I established a narrative perspective because it sets the tone and cadence for how the story is told.

BF: The glamorous and dark sides of this lifestyle are touched on in a span of about six minutes. Describe the directing and editing process.
MC: As a filmmaker/music video director, I prefer to shoot for the editing room, meaning shoot as much as I can on set so I have options to play with. Allowing myself to film loosely and giving the actors room for improvisation gave me the opportunity to shoot as many takes as I wanted to. I already have a reputation for being a perfectionist, so having more control over what I wanted to see seemed like a dream come true for me, and a nightmare for the actors I worked with. Filming loosely also kept true to the voyeuristic nature of the narrative, as it allowed me to use the lens of the camera as an eye looking through a peephole of a world corrupted by sin, indulgence and debauchery. My approach to editing this music video was done in a non-linear fashion. Since the video is heavily driven by the narrative, a non-traditional approach to editing a music video had to be taken. I was forced to edit this video in the middle, at the most integral part of the story. From there, I worked my way outwards and started filling in the blanks.

BF: What was it like working with Ameena Dove, who plays Angel?
MC: This is my second go around working with Ameena Dove. She, too, is a perfectionist and I enjoy working with an intensely passionate individual like herself. She always came prepared on set and showed that she was emotionally invested in the character from the first to the last take. I look forward to working with her on a future project sometime this year.

BF: What was it like playing Angel Dust? What did you need to do in preparation for the role?
Ameena Dove: Playing this character was challenging at times because Angel lives in a secret world that is taboo to speak of, much less live in. The research to prepare for the role wasn’t easy to find. I wanted info on the hard core lifestyle, so I watched quite a few documentaries, read plenty of articles, walked the strip and of course picked Hasan’s brain to find out what she was really like. I loved playing the character because she has so many elements: She’s strong, sexy, yet weak and vulnerable.

BF: Have you worked on other films or videos and how does this experience compare?
AD: I played an exotic dancer in a short film called Calamity, but it was a very brief part and much different. The other roles (besides these 2) were PG-13. Angel was different and pure due to all her characteristics.

BF: What is your investment in this video?
AD: Well, it’s my first feature film, so hopefully if film makers/directors enjoy it, I’ll receive more leading roles. I’m happy, of course, to have worked with Hasan & Mark again– they’re family so they make it feel like it’s not just work. [Laughs]. And considering the premiere is helping to aid in HIV/AIDS awareness? I couldn’t ask for more!

BF: There is a point in the video where you are crying. Talk about the emotions and process of bringing to life issues that Angel faces, and how you address them.
AD: [Laughs]. Crying was interesting! I played Nina Simone’s “Spell On You” over and over and thought of something completely different to get the tears flowing. When I heard “ACTION!” Angel took over me. It was an outer body experience… It felt amazing.

BF: What was the feeling on set while shooting “Angel Dust?”
HS: It was blessed. Everybody was focused and sincere with their performances. Nina, who played young Angel was amazing! Her first time on screen and she was the most professional one there. It wasn’t your steryotypical video set despite the wardrobe and subject matter– everyone was respectful and understood the message.

MC: As a director, I was focused on getting what I needed to get done, so I am usually numb to any extraneous pressure that occurs on set. I was fortunate enough to work with like-minded individuals who believed in the greater good of the project.

AD: It was shot in many different locations but over all–it was a little of everything. The set was glam at times, raw and raunchy, depressing, uncomfortable, realistic, funny… Most of all… Productive!

BF: What challenges did you face while filming? What victories?
HS: No budget, no permits, but we never have those, so fuck it!!!

MC: Wrapping up another collaborative effort with like-minded artists is always a victory. As a director, I am eager to show this video to the public and present a fresh perspective to the music video genre that seems so… uninspired.

AD: Challenges were the RT 1/9 scene in Jersey City. It was very cold because we shot in the winter so we (the girls) froze our butts off in those little dresses! [Laughs] For me personally, it was making sure I portrayed her exactly the way Hasan wanted. There is a fine line between strength and vulnerability, so finding that balance was crucial. The victory of it all was also on RT 1/9 when a cop thought the street walking scene was real and asked us to stop filming because we stopped traffic all the way to the Pulaski Skyway! That’s when I knew we had something utterly genuine.

BF: You all made noise on the scene with the video “15 Minutes” off the same album, Children of God. In contrast, this video looks like a movie. Was this intentional, and did the production of the video feel like a film?
HS: The intention was to make this one better. That’s what we shoot for every time. Since this is a true story, we wanted it to have more of a film feel to it.

MC: Hasan wanted a film-like look to the music video, so he choose me to direct the project because of my penchant for creating work that has a cinematic aesthetic to it.

AD: It definitely feels like a film because of Mark’s remarkable camera angles, technique and editing. Match that with Hasan’s innovative ideas and soundtrack… I say we have one hell-of-a movie!

BF: What was your favorite part about filming?
HS: Watching all of the other artists whether it be Mark, Dove or any of the other actors make my vision come to life. At certain points it was like life re-lived.

MC: Overcoming uncertainty.

AD: Crying and most definitely watching my niece act for the first time! I’m EXTREMLEY proud of her! She’s an amazing kid, so intelligent and in-tune. She stole the show with her performance as a young Angel Dust!!

BF: What do you want people to walk away with after watching the video?
HS: The sense that we are all children of God. No matter what we do or where we are in life– that’s who we are. Also, there are consequences for our actions, people make mistakes and we all have a story to tell. Some are more harsh than others.

MC: I want viewers to feel like they entered a world. And I want music video directors to step up their game.

AD: I want to remind everyone that no matter what our path is, we are all CHILDREN OF GOD. Thank you Hasan & Mark for allowing me to take part in that message. PEACE.

“Hip Hop is… the language in which I’m fluent, and use to communicate to others the depths of my heart.” -Eternia

Eternia

Eternia, named Silk-Anne Semiramis Kaya by her mother, is from Toronto, and she splits half of her time between Queens, NY & Toronto (Rexdale). I sat down with Eternia to talk shop before she hits the road hard for promotion and touring in 2010 (see “At Last” project below).

B FRESH: For those out there who aren’t farmiliar with your work, what is your craft?

Eternia: I’m an emcee. Hip Hop Artist. Lyricist. Fill-in-the-Blank-Here. But I do a lot more than rap. I love, live, breathe, learn, grow…..

BF: Tell us 5 things that no one knows about you:

E: 1) I only listen to, like, 3 new rap albums a year. (on repeat, for years…) 2) I love Muse. 3) I havn’t been in a serious relationship in almost a decade. 4) I love 30 Rock. But I prefer to watch things on my own, limited, time schedule, so TV & me don’t mix. 5) If I could, I’d only make music with close friends. I view the music I make like my children, and I view unreleased, lost songs like ‘dead babies.’ I have a lot of dead babies. That’s why I’m always uncomfortable working with random people… it’s like having casual sex w/ a stranger and creating a baby outta the situation. Not a good look.

BF: What do you have planned for 2010?

E: “AT LAST”… At Last! (hehe). MoSS and I created this album together, and we both are equally passionate about the outcome. It’s been a long time coming… 2007 is when we started, to be exact. We’re dropping the album spring of this year. So that’s my 2010 in a nutshell.. touring, promoting, and generally being a worker bee for that project.

BF: Where can people reach you?

E: Pick a site, any site:

http://www.myspace.com/Eternia

http://www.youtube.com/Eternia777

http://www.facebook.com/EterniaMusic

http://www.twitter.com/theRealEternia

http://www.sonicbids.com/Eternia

http://www.Eternia.ca

BF: Any last words?

E: Minneapolis! I rocked B-Girl Be there in Sept and I really wanted to move there after what I saw and felt! Shout out to DJ Sav One at TheUndergroundComeup.com, for his friendship & the crazy man hours he’s been putting in. Shout out to positive, independent-minded folks who support good indie music (female or male, hip hop or not) Worldwide.   And to YOU, B Fresh, and this site, for having me on it.

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To see photos of B-Girl Be (by B FRESH Photography and Media), featuring Eternia,  follow these links:

http://bit.ly/4Vkqsh

http://bit.ly/7NFx0t

Check Eternia and Chesney Snow (beatboxer), Colin Dean (bassist) & DJ Boo (also a percussionist) rockin’ out at SXSW this March in Austin, Texas.  If you in the area, this is a show you do NOT want to miss- they will be performing unreleased material.  This is family to Eternia, and she is inviting you into her house.

Her team also sends out regular email blasts with new videos, songs, photos & new/press. If you’re interested, email: Dj.Sav.One@gmail.com to get put on.

“Music is my saving grace. Well – GOD is my saving grace. But music is the tool he chose to use.” -Eternia

DOWNLOAD her mixtape “Get Caught Up” HERE, featuring cover/back photos by B FRESH Photography and Media!