What's upper?  We are a lil over one week away from Seattle's Northwest Music Explosion/Urban Network Conference comin' up September 29-Oct 1st! If you plan to go, right now if you mention "RAP ATTACK" registration will only cost you $100.00 for all three days. I'll see you in Seatown & here's more info:

YO, SAVE THE DATE NOW! The Urban Network & Out of the Ashes Inc. presents "The Northwest Music Explosion" at the Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center - 17620 Pacific Highway South -Seattle, Washington - 98188. This event is coming up on a Thursday, September 29th thru Saturday October 1st, 2005. Come out and take part in this tremendous Networking and Marketing Opportunity!

• Learn at the Radio, Retail, Marketing and Distribution seminars
• Showcases for Urban and Gospel Artist/Labels
• Meet top Music Industry Professionals
• Promote your music, products and services to the Urban Community

For more information regarding “The NorthWest Music Explosion”, please contact Arthur Mitchell at (619) 723-9358 or businessdevelopment@urbannetwork.com. RAPATTACKLIVES.COM will be one of the sponsors so I will be in the "206" for this & I hope to see you there...

A Few Things to Ponder: Afrika Bambaataa Speaks on Hip Hop, Katrina and Race (see photo above)
by Davey D

The other day in Los Angeles, we sat down with the Godfather of Hip Hop Culture DJ Afrika Bambaataa to get his thoughts on the state of Hip Hop and the Katrina aftermath. Bam who is always ahead of his time spoke passionately and at length about a number of topics ranging from Global Warming, our collective spirituality, world poverty, Black-Brown tensions, the Millions More Movement and the erasing of the Hip Hop’s pioneering era from history. To say the least the conversation was engaging and worthwhile.

To peep the entire 50-minute interview you can download it here…
http://odeo.com/audio/229579/view  

Here's the Afrika Bambaataa interviews in shorter segments..
pt-1) http://odeo.com/audio/229580/view 

pt-2) http://odeo.com/audio/229590/view

For your convenience we broke the interview up into several parts. Below is a rundown of what is in each section…

Afrika Bambaataa pt 1

Here Bam starts off talking about the current state of the world in the aftermath of Katrina. He notes that there are a small group of people who control most of the world’s resources and riches and that their behavior suggests that they are Luciferians. In other words these are evil people who want to control everyone and everything. He says many of these individuals have fallen from the grace of the supreme spirit.

Bambaataa addressed the question regarding Hip Hop and its current state and whether or not it was doing all that it could do. Bam felt that there’s a major split within Hip Hop. He says there are those who follow the dictates of the Rap Music Industry and those who follow the dictates of Hip Hop culture. This split has resulted in millionaire rappers NOT thinking about ‘nation-time’. Instead they focus only on themselves.

He says we are suffering from the ‘I’ syndrome and not embracing the ‘Us’ syndrome. Bam says unfortunately money and the glitz and glamour of the industry have become their God. It’s not about community for many within the industry. It’s all about the Benjamins.

Bam also talked about the role so called Hip Hop radio stations play in furthering this rap music industry ideology. He noted how many of these stations have narrowly defined Hip Hop by limited the styles of music and even subject matter that gets on the airwaves. At the end of the day this results in all of us having a misunderstanding of what Hip Hop truly is all about. It also helps keep the masses in a state of ignorance.

[Song Break]

Bambaataa spoke more directly about the situation surrounding Hurricane Katrina. He noted that he wasn’t surprised and he and the Universal Zulu Nation had been saying it was just a matter of time before this was going to happen. Bam said that are disrespect for the planet and global warming were early indicators. He also spoke about the predictions of Nastradamus who spoke about floods and earthquakes impacting our world. He also pointed out this constant theme of the world’s destruction as depicted in popular movies like ‘I Robot’ and the ‘Day After Tomorrow’ . Bam also noted that we should not put it past this Luciferians class of people to fool around and try and manipulate whether conditions themselves. This would be done to keep people scared and ultimately under control…

Bam expanded upon this by talking more in-depth about the ruling families of the world and how they are all closely linked even if they appear to be far apart and on opposite sides of the political spectrum. He said many of them practice within the occultist movement.

When asked if everything was hopeless… Bambaataa noted that we would always have a ying and a yang to deal with. He said we have to look at everything from a historical perspective. This constant struggle of good vs. evil goes all the way back to Biblical times and all the way back to ancient Kemet.

Bam focuses some more on Kemet (ancient Egypt). He also talks about the migration of the Moors and Omex people to the Americas and our relationship with native Americans.

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Afrika Bambaataa pt2

Afrika Bambaataa responded to the question I posed about whether or not we could trust the system we live up under. Bam says that we must be aware of the divide and conquer practices within the Willie Lynch syndrome (a technique used to keep slaves in check).. He says we must get back to our spirituality. He said that we need to follow the advice of the late Kwame Toure and join an organization to help bring about unity in our respective communities.

Bam went on to talk about the Black-Brown tensions in cities like Los Angeles. He noted that there’s been a lot of confusion and that much of this has to do with Willie Lynch syndrome and White world supremacy, which strives to keep us divided and going at each other.. Bam went on to note that many Latinos have African roots so its confusing that there would be any sort of tension. He said its important for people not to get caught up in the language of their oppressor (Spanish-English) but to focus on who and what we really are… Bam also said he wants to start doing more interviews in Latin magazine and radio shows to express this unity and bring some of these points to light.

Bam also talked about today’s current leadership, especially within the Black community. He said that many leaders are puppets who are scared of the government and concerned about getting their next paycheck. He noted that true leaders are not afraid to take a stand and even die for a cause. He quoted Sly Stone’s record ‘Stand’. Bam went on to add that many leaders deliberately keep important information and knowledge from the people.

Bam also went on to talk about the deeper meaning behind many of his albums. For example, in his latest album Dark Matter focuses on the Melanite people and Melanin that has been studied for years by scientist. Other albums have focused on mind control and media manipulation.

Bam also spoke about ways that we can increase consciousness in Hip Hop. He re-emphasized that we all need to organize. He spoke about us utilizing the churches and mosques in our community to set up distribution channels. He said that that amongst the conscious artists they tend to do too much on their own and if we are not careful, they will get overwhelmed, brought out and shut down. Bam restated the importance of going to the Million More Movement in DC this October .He also said its important for us to pool our money and spend within the community.

Bam talked again about white world supremacy and Hip Hop and the role white people play within Hip Hop. He spoke about the diversity within Hip Hop and said it was good thing and that the Zulu nation has international chapters and wants everyone from all races to join. He said its extremely important that we all make an attempt to know about each others backgrounds and history so we can better know each other and foster better relationships.

Bam spoke about international Hip Hop and stated that many people outside the US take Hip Hop very seriously and show deeper appreciation for the cultural aspects of it.

He said that its important to note how within the rock community they embrace older cats like Mick Jagger but within Hip Hop you rarely see that exchange or appreciation except on the west coast where many artists collab with funk pioneers. He also spoke about how many people are trying to re-write Hip Hop’s history and in doing so exclude the Universal Zulu Nation. He talked about the year 1986 when there seemed to be a changing of the guard. Def Jam and Russell Simmons came into prominence and re-defined Hip Hop by discounting Hip Hop’s pioneers...

Philly's reppin' once again as the new joint from Kar-Lethal Brigante' just dropped to our dj's with "All The $ In The World" b/w "Hey Mommie" (Suspens Recordings). Most def, show our east coast fam some love by supportin' their ish. For more info & vinyl hook ups, holla at Mii Mii online with your requests at: miimii@suspensrecording.com...

True Hip-Hop heads & dj's will remember A.D.O.R.. He is back with his new single "Step Up" (Tru Reign Records). Our panel should've received the exclusive vinyl by now. If not hit up DJ Addition with your info & requests fror drops, interviews & freestyles to: indipro1@aol.com or call (617) 908-3639...

Yay area's own B-Legit is making his strongest comeback this year with his new sdingle "Guess Who's Back" featuring E-40 (SMC Recordings/Universal).Debuting OUT THE BOX at #4 on this weeks RAP ATTACK CONFERENCE CALL PICKS, make sure you peep the exclusive B-side joint featuring one of the Bay's newest & upcoming emcee, Balance with "Right Here." You can hit up our girl, Veronica Mendez online at: veronica@smcrecordings.com or call (415) 282-4466...

Make sure you peep out the debut X:144 & SPS "Last Voice" (Nonsense Records). One of the hardest hitting duos in Hip-Hop culture; SPS, the scratch battle champ & X:144 (producer/emcee) team up together to put an end to this monotony of fallen off Hip-Hop music! log onto their site at: www.NonsenseRecords.com. for copies, hit up our fam Kate "Radio Promo Chica" reppin' Saucy Promotions online at: saucypromotions@aol.com or call (818) 744-4182...

Mixtape reporter outta Miami, DJ EFN is workin' overtime as his artist Garcia comes at cha' hard with his new single "Clap Ya Hands" (Crazy Hood). This single should put this kat on the Hip-Hop map nationally so show Garcia some love aiight? To get laced, hit up EFN at (305) 606-1372 or online at: crzyh2@aol.com...

L.A. Symphony makes a strong comeback in 2005 with their new seven song EP "Zero" (Gotee). Peep it. Their album "Disappear Here" drops in stores this October 4th. peep their website for more info at: www.lasymphony.com. Our boy, Mike Nardone outta L.A.'s, KXLU is already showin' this early love. Don't sleep on this...

Short Dawg reppin' Houston is about to make a lot of noise with his debut release "Cruizin" (Russell Simmons Music Group). Yes, Russel Simmons is back in the music biz dropping what is sure to catch on fiya nationally like everything he's touched in the past! "Cruizing" ships to our RAP ATTACK panel this week...

Remember peepin' out Erick Sermon's "Feel It" featuring Alfonzo Hunter & Sean Paul? If you do than you probably said to yourself that this kat Alfonzo needs to drop his own solo ish! Now get ready for the all new single by Alfonzo Hunter featuring Fabolous with "Don't Stop" (Romeo Entertainment). This track has got a tight hook & I swear, Alfonzo sounds like the next Brian McKnight while Fab makes this joint a hit!...

ATTENTION all DJs and producers: Scion’s Free Up Your Mix DJ Contest is back, and they’re looking for the hottest DJs & producers in the country....
Categories have expanded!!!! Send us your best entries from the following categories:
Hip Hop (Live): just like last year folks. Live on two turntables and a mixer.
Hip Hop (Multi-tracked/street style): You can use computers and recording equipment to make edits to your mix.
Mash-Up (Live or Multi-tracked): Mix different genres together. Do it live or use your computer and its programs.
Reggae/Dancehall (Live or Multi-Tracked): All reggae. Roots Rock, Dancehall, or both.
Rock/Hip-Hop (Live or Multi-Tracked): Rock and Hip Hop blended together. Make it happen!
Rare Groove (Live or Multi-Tracked): Ain’t it funky. Get to diggin’ and break out those old 45 inches.
Best 2 x 4 Mix/Group Performance (Live or Multi-Tracked): Where the crews at? Let’s see what you can do when you’re all on the decks.
Best Produced Remix (Live or Multi-Tracked): True heads know what the classic Hip Hop joints are. Pick your favorite and send us your own version of it.

Grand prize winner gets $2,000, the opportunity to mix a Scion CD
sampler (distribution of 500,000 copies), and spin at Scion events
nationwide.

Semifinalists will get a variety of recording and DJ equipment from our
proud supporters at Rane/Serato Scratch Live, Pioneer, Mackie/Tapco,
and others!

Don’t sleep. All entries must be postmarked by October 1, 2005.Visit http://www.scion.com/mix  to download the entry form and read more about the prizes, judging, rules & regulations. Big Up to last year’s grand prize winners the Oakland Faders for killing it with their 30-minute live Hip-Hop mixtape. Peep their game on Scion CD Sampler Vol. 13 on the streets soon!
 

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Rap Attack takes a "WHAT'S UPPER" look this week with:

Kiz-One (WickedKarma.com): " Whatz the deal? I wanted to let you in on a few things that are happening on my side. I am officially back on radio. Starting last Saturday, I will be back on the radio on 90.1fm KKFI. It's been a second but I am glad to be back at the station. The name of the show is called "The Show-Me Mix show" which will be about 2 hours long. So please reach out and make sure I got your product so I can blaze it on the air. My contact info follows.

I will still be doing my 24-7 stream on http://www.wickedkarma.com  "Deep Crates" as well so tune into that if you can. The syndication thing is going pretty slow as there are tweaks being made to the stream server, but they are coming.

 Also In about 3 weeks I will have my first podcast show on I Tunes I'll keep you posted as to when it can be downloaded.

 Send all promo joints to my home address:
Darnell "KIZ-ONE" Williams
6712 East 135th St.
Grandview, Mo.
64030
Email:KIZONE@gmail.com or Williamsdb@umkc.edu 
Cell:816-878-3933
2way:kizone@tmail.com"...

Garbs Infinite (WRUW-OH): " My show "The Butters" has changed times!! Previously I was on WRUW 91.1FM on Monday mornings from 4am-6am, now I will be on Wednesday latenight 12mid-3am!!! We are still doing "The Butters 2.0" on Monday latenight 12mid-3am on WJCU 88.7FM! Just wanted to keep you updated! For everyone outside of Cleveland, you can check them out live on the internet at www.wruw.org and www.wjcu.org"...

LEGEND: " FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVEN'T HEARD. I AM NOT THE DIRECTOR OF PROMOTIONS FOR TAKE DOWN RECORDS OR CHEESESTEAK MEDIA ANYMORE. I AM A A&R DIRECTOR FOR AN LA BASED COMPANY CALLED THE NICKELS GROUP. THE NICKELS GROUP IS A CONTENT PROVIDER FOR CELL PHONE CARRIERS WHICH IS BASICALLY RING TONES, VIDEOS,SOFTWARE DAMN NEAR ANYTHING YOU CAN THINK OF THAT CAN BE DONE WITH A CELL PHONE AND BEYOND, SO IF YOU HAVE ANY LATIN/REGGAETON ARTIST THAT WOULD BE INTERESTED IN A RING TONE DEAL PLEASE GIVE ME A SHOUT. MY INFO IS ATTACHED IN THE FOLLOWING FORMATS.

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SHOUT OUT TIZIME:  Happy birthday this week to Edgie Kokoski (WUNH-NH) celebrating this Wednesday, September 21st and to Seattle's DJ Scene One reppin' KUBE 93 celebrating this Thursday, September 22nd...

PEACE, LOVE & HIP-HOP UNITY (God Bless & Isa Mahal),

Nasty-Nes

(Pinoy Pride4Life / John 3:16)