United Music Scene

Read More by Jhantu Randall Back in February I had bought tickets to a show being headlined by San Diego native, Twisted Insane. I’ve always been a fan of double time rhymers, choppers, and any quick cadence in-between. Being a listener of groups like Do or Die or artists like Twista, I was always impressed by the speed in which they flowed. From there I was drawn to Tech N9ne which I bring up for a couple of reasons, first off being given the opportunity to get in to cover that show by Lezerrick Holiday of 03 Ent. lead to the platforms I now have. In addition to that, it was through Tech N9ne’s song “World Wide Choppers” that I was first introduced to the sound of Twisted Insane, and with 03 Entertainment and Yahhh Music, started by Tazz Jones and Fasa Labree promoting and performing, this article feels as if something has come full circle. Returning to Frankie’s Sport’s bar in Olympia, I was actually excited to return to the place that kicked off my New Year. Walking in, the show wa...

From the first moment I heard those high energy rhymes accompanied by a hypnotizing melody, I knew I was hearing something that was truly unique. A mix of Tech N9ne with the passion of 2pac and the sensuality of Sade isn’t a blend you'd automatically think would work, but if there is any doubt, the music of Tazz Jones and Fasa Labree will definitely make you contemplate and re-evaluate all that you thought. The combination of all these elements causes these two shine a bit brighter when they’re elevated on the stage. This drive comes from both of their upbringings, Tazz Jones grew up in Baltimore, Maryland where he was the oldest of 10 kids. His journey into hip hop began when he entered the game as a dancer. He entered an after school program named “The Arena Playhouse” which put on musicals and other productions ranging from ballet and jazz to hip hop. During this time, he was blessed to write and perform his own play which he also wrote the songs for. At the age of 17, Tazz mov...