A 24yr old lyricist raised in New Jersey, Esko is a talented emcee, dedicated to the culture of Hip-Hop. Since the age of 15, Esko has been crafting his style and expressing his emotions through the lyrics of his songs. His heart, mind, and soul go into every letter of every verse he writes. His music is a direct reflection of his life. The good times, the bad times, and everything in between. As a free spirited product of a broken home, Esko is known for his unorthodox lyrics and delivery, creative song themes, and energetic stage performance. Esko is a monster with the rhymes but also involves himself with other elements of the culture, such as Breakin', Turntablism, and Graffiti. Esko is driven by a love for Hip-Hop and a spiritual need to perform and entertain. Esko loves to make music, and his music is meant to document the life he lives and improve the the life of his fans.
is a fan of true hip hop as a culture. Raised in New Jersey, Esko discovered hip hop when he heard KRS Ones Step Into A World and Wu-Tangs C.R.E.A.M. Raised in a single parent household, Esko took to the pad and pen at the age of 15 to cope with his daily struggle of poverty and stress. Making a buzz first as a poet, Esko describes himself as a Biographical emcee, creating music that reflects the events and emotions of his life and the lives of the people close to him. The good times, the bad times, and everything in between. Esko is known for his unorthodox lyrics, delivery, creative themes, and energetic stage performances. Driven by a charismatic love of life, Hip-Hop culture, and art, Esko loves to make music that documents his life and improves the lives of people with the same struggles. Influenced by emcees such as Method Man, Busta Rhymes, Onyx, Eminem, and Andre 3000, Esko's mission is to bring real hip hop back to the main stage.
His latest release "The Floor Model EP" is a collection of songs that display his range of delivery and ability to work with several different producers of different styles. The EP is meant to be a sort of appetizer for the fans awaiting his second album which is set for release in mid-2010. The song themes range from "Fire Lyrics", which is a no-holds-barred onslaught of rapid fire rhymes, to "The Prophecy", which is a metaphoric representation of the battle between corporate record labels and the Underground rap scene. The EP also includes "Sunny Afternoons", a song that humorously documents the struggle of trying to stay afloat financially. This project has been released on iTunes, Rhapsody, Napster, eMusic, Amazon MP3, and Myspace Music. The song "Why Do I" from the EP, has been featured on the #1 morning show in the region, G105.1FM's Bob and The Showgram. Music from The Floor Model EP has also been featured on KRS ONE's internet radio Shadesaradio.com, North Carolina State University's 88.1FM, and University of North Carolina in Greensboro's 103.1FM
Esko has performed in several cities in North Carolina, as well as Ft. Lauderdale Florida, and Long Beach California. He plans on using his current connections in the industry to work his way up to a level that will permit him to perform and tour over seas. Esko also manages The Tribe of 1100 Hunters, a collective of like-minded entrepenuers and artists dedicated to uplifting the community and helping eachother reach the common goal of making a living from their talents. The Tribe includes graphic designers, Independent clothing lines, producers, painters, musicians, and emcees, all operating as a family. There is a focus on self within every member, but ultimately, it is about unity, it is about The Tribe.
The Floor Model Ep is a collection of 6 songs that vary in style, speed, theme, and delivery. This was done to give the listener an introduction to Esko's range as a lyricist, and to showcase his ability to work with producers of different styles.
Tracks:
1. Fire Lyrics--
A 16 bar verse of trash talking with a crazy hype beat produced by MG the Future.
2. Still Be Me---
Lyrical biography of Esko's life and dedication to hip-hop...over a brand new old school beat produced by Ki of NC
3. Why Do I---
A song dedicated to the culture of hip-hop, the importance of the fans, and the healing power of music...over an upbeat instrumental produced by Sean Lane
4. Sunny Afternoons---
A song about being broke, bill collectors, and empty pockets...crazy dope beat produced by the genius Sean Lane
5. Solid As Steel---
Trash talking verse, calling out all the wack emcees over a bass heavy masterpiece produced by MG The Future
6. The Prophecy---
An epic. The lyrical personification of the struggle between The Mainstream and The Underground over an eerie, ominous beat produced by Klass D
I'm the creature you see walking around. Talking the words that got your own shadow choking you out. So lock your doors because my whole tribe is coming to town to shut it down.
I paint the picture as I live it. If you listen, you can put the vivid image on the canvas you were given. Are you deaf, or can you truly hear the vision?
5 track EP....Released 12/3/09
Price:5
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