It’s not about giving the middle finger and saying, “Whatever.” It’s about real talk. As Cee Lo says in our cover story, “I despise the notion of ‘whatever.’ ” Mr. Green has something to say. He’s not the character he portrays on TV. And he’s not superficially enamored with an industry run by “atheists”—so he must find a balance of being a superstar in the spotlight and a human being in the shadows of introspection.
Up-and-coming rapper Action Bronson doesn’t front about his occupation, doesn’t try to sugarcoat his story. The former chef is just a regular guy with a knack for rhyme and storytelling. He doesn’t hesitate to tell us that he’s thankful and that music is something he takes very seriously.
While the music industry has always been filled with big personalities, it’s especially refreshing to hear from outspoken artists who, as big man Aaron Neville said, tell it like it is. In the 1970s, Ron Isley and his band of brothers weren’t afraid to put a fist in the air and scream, “Fight the power!”—while Brian Jackson and Gil Scott-Heron used their music and words to speak the truth in turbulent times. As two soul artists without a f**king filter, Millie Jackson and Swamp Dogg have made their living putting their uncut thoughts to tape. And Philly soul architect Thom Bell opens up about his weighty contributions to a genre and a business, and Detroit singer Freda Payne shares her personal feelings about her own twists of fate. Finally, Queens rapper Kool G Rap is never afraid to state that he influenced every great rapper of our generation. Don’t fear the truth.
Contents:
Cee Lo Green
Action Bronson
Ron Isley
Thom Bell
Millie Jackson
Kool G Rap
Swamp Dogg
Brian Jackson
Freda Payne
K-Maxx
Chicano Batman
KING
Leyla McCalla
ARCADE and Robin Fernando present Peanut Butter Wolf.
Saturday, July 26 at 9:00pm.
Neck Of The Woods,
Basement Space 155 K Rd Tickets available from Dash Tickets
Peanut Butter Wolf transforms dance-floors around the world. Holding a reputation as one of hip hop's best DJ's and crate-diggers, Wolf is a true visionary in his own right. Arcade and Robin Fernando are hyped to announce he'll be heading to Auckland for one eclectic show on July 26 at a fresh new Karangahape Road venue, Neck of the Woods.
Few records labels have the untouchable status enjoyed by West Coast institution Stones Throw, renowned for bringing the likes of Madlib, J Dilla, Aloe Blacc and Madvillian to the world. Peanut Butter Wolf is the genius behind the operation.
Wolf began his musical journey as producer for rap martyr Charizma, creating links in the Detroit, New York and LA rap communities that would catalyse his transformation into a game changing label boss. Over two decades Wolf has cemented his place in the hip hop pantheon while maintaining a grass roots dedication to the indie community and grass roots acts. Having toured with legends such as Snoop Dogg, A Tribe Called Quest, Nas, Odd Future and the Beastie Boys befit his status as a key link between hip hop's past and its future.
Wolf's live show is a unique blend of audio and visual elements, creating his own take on the grand narrative of modern music and culture; whether it be Frank Zappa, Mr T or the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Wolf crafts a seamless mix of genre that crosses a broad spectrum of tastes.
Lock in 26 July at Neck of the Woods to catch Peanut Butter Wolf for a seriously good time.
Tickets will be on sale via Dash Tickets on Friday, 6 June.
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