WHO'S HOT& WHO'S NOT! Conley Broome is Saving Lives!

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FEBRUARY 2012 ISSUE

WHO IS Conley Broome & Why are the Broome Family Foundation & Outstanding Jazz Newcomers

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FEMA

DEMANDS REFUNDS?!

MORE THOUGHTS ON HIP HOP

DOPE CREW’S ARTIST

MONIQUE J. LINDSAY

MONIQUE J. LINDSAY

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Katrina Victims VS FEMA: Demand Letters Issued,

But Victims May Not Have to Pay / pg. 12

OJN Presents The Los Angeles Holiday Jazz & Blues Concert / pg. 11

pg. 18 More Thoughts on Hip Hop Featuring

Hit Beat Maker Drupey Beats / pg. 20 & L7’s Weirdo T.C. / pg. 26

Spot Light’s on Monique J. Lindsay / pg . 24

WHO IS CONLEY BROOME? / pg. 22

Catching Up With Mathie Bush pg. 30 Listen to Ms. Knockouts, “Gangstaz KO” ft. LBC’s Knoc-Turnal

Special Thanks to ....

Na’Shell “Shelly” Mans’ion &

Bilal Abdul Hakeem for doing interviews. Cover photo of Conley Broome by

Bilal Abdul Hakeem taken at

The Spot Barber Shop.

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OJN Productions will bring you “The Los Angeles Holiday Jazz and Blues Benefit Concert,” Monday February 20, 2012 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the ballroom of the Historic Los Angeles Athletic Club. The concert is a benefit for the Broome Family Foundation (BFF), a non-profit organization that is working hard with the youth of Los Angeles inner city. BFF has two programs that are currently in need of funding. The first is the “At Risk for Success 2015 Initiative” which educates and places the youth of LA with entrepreneurial businesses to give the youth a head start on how to succeed in running their own business.

The second program is “Hope4Families.”Hope4Families serves low-income Special Education students who have been denied their right to an appropriate public education. Through advocacy and legal action, Hope4Families equips poor, urban families with the tools to access the education that is crucial if their children are to have lives of purpose.

On tap...serious entertainment, we’ll have a collaboration of Hip Hop/ Jazz/R&B and one of Hip Hop/Jazz then some blues by one of our outstanding young blues singers, some sax by the “Sax Sensation” himself, “J. Boykin” and his band and wrapped up by the phenomenal Internationally acclaimed “Violin Soul-o-ist” Karen Briggs...along with a surprise or two mixed in. Should be a heck of a good time and for a great cause.

The flyer has all the ticket information and parking is $4.50 in the athletic club’s garage, so please come out and support the youth...I guarantee you will be entertained.

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KATRINA VICTIMS By: Shelly Mans’ion

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s we gear up for Black History Month, last fall New Orleans, Louisiana, marked the sixth anniversary of the destruction of the nation’s 35th largest city from cataclysmic flooding during Hurricane Katrina, by the failed levees constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Who can forget the gut-wrenching images of desperate families on rooftops pleading for help, children clenching their anxious mothers’ hands in the sweltering Superdome, homes bulldozed off their foundations by raging torrents, and bloated corpses floating in the putrid water?

Apparently, the Obama Administration forgot. What we all clearly remember as, “KATRINA 2005,” it was six years later and FEMA, or the Federal Emergency Management Agency, mailed out 83,000 debt notices to victims of Hurricane Katrina demanding each recipient to pay back more than $3,200 in federal aid received after the hurricane.

Many other Gulf Coast hurricane victims are in the same position, angry and frustrated at the prospect of repaying money spent years ago as they tried to rebuild their lives. The sad part is considering what the victims lost, $3,200 just insult to injury. Many people suffered irreplaceable lost, such as family, heirlooms, homes, cars, pictures, boats and much more. Yet all the government cares about is a $3,200 refund. I thought FEMA was set up to help people with nothing in return. But after looking into this story more, I find out that at least some of the overpayments were due to FEMA employees’ own mistakes, ranging from clerical errors to failing to interview applicants, according to congressional testimony.

Imagine being on social security or welfare struggling to survive and you get a letter in the mail stating you owe the government money, talking about a low blow to your pride. FEMA is seeking to recover more than $385 million it says was improperly paid to victims of hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma. FEMA spokeswoman, Rachel Racusen, said “the agency is reviewing the law’s provisions and developing a plan to implement them.” It remains to be seen how many recipients of FEMA money could benefit from the change, but it did help speed up the process.

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VerSes FEMA Recently I spoke to a young man by the name of “Tjroll Sumtenup,” a Hip Hop artist, who is coming straight out the same ward as “LIL WAYNE.” He said, “Since the Hurricane Katrina disaster, life in New Orleans has changed. That his only way out is music.” Can you blame him? Once you lose almost everything and everyone you love, the last thing on your mind is taking another lost. FEMA truly has taken this too.

We all want to know, “Where is Obama?” With over $81 billion worth of property damage there are still thousands of displaced people who are living in temporary housing from Louisiana and Mississippi. Apparently, the Obama Administration has forgotten.

Six years after the worst man-made disaster in American history, yes many residences still believe portions of the levees were blown to allow certain areas to flood while leaving others virtually untouched, with Saint Charles Street looking barely touched while vast areas of New Orleans and St. Bernard Parish remain in ruins. With 150,000 flooded homes still unoccupied and some people still residing in FEMA trailers, dozens of square miles of once-thriving neighborhoods now resemble third-world countries. Some call it the greatest land heist since Lincoln’s Louisiana Purchase. Why is President Obama allowing his lawyers to assert technical legal immunities that Presidents Ford and Clinton chose to waive? Why has the Obama Justice Department refused to settle with Katrina victims -- who are predominantly low- and middle-income and African-Americans -- when last year it negotiated two high-profile class action settlements for more than $4.55 billion payable to tens of thousands of Indian Trust Fund beneficiaries and black farmers?

So many lives changed. So many questions unanswered. So much of peoples’ wealth wiped out in a matter of days. How dare FEMA ask for refunds when federally funded rebuilding efforts have all but ceased. The last hope came right before Christmas when Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., was granted the provision in spending bill that can allow FEMA to forgive some debts. Nola.com reports, “The provision calls for FEMA to collect at least some of the debt from families who make more than $90,000 a year, but for those who make less, it says FEMA should forgive any overpayments made due to ‘FEMA error’ or whenever demanding repayment would go against ‘good conscience and equality.’”

While this can take weeks if not months to fix, it leaves recipients with few options: to take the demand letter as an open letter to begin negotiating with FEMA, applying for a waiver or start a repayment plan. But all in all, is this truly fair? Food for thought. visit

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FOR A REFRESHING NEW LOOK A A OLD THING

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WE ASKED, WHAT ARE

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rom 2009 until 2011, we did a survey of Artists, DJ and Emcees asking them “What are your thoughts on Hip Hop?” We received great responses from both ends of the spectrum. We spoke to entertainers from New Orleans, Philly, San Diego, South Africa just to name a few. In our quest to take this survey as far wide as the world reached, we were allowed into the minds of some of the greatest artists on the planet. Where some challenged us to think about the content we hear, play and produce while others happily when went along with the current mainstream vibe of Hip Hop.

For the most part, the overwhelming feeling is that Hip Hop is ever changing and growing. A movement that cannot be define, let alone stopped. While some use Hip Hop to make love as a one night stand. Or as a quickie. Others are married to Hip Hop, determined to make long, sweet everlasting love to her/him for the rest of their life. And yet there are those who just are looking for a casual date. Then some argued that Hip Hop is a political movement defining strife and discontentment. Others dismissed it as a passing phase.

Whatever Hip Hop is to you...I hope you enjoy it. While others are Occupying Wall Street across America, let us occupy your mind for a few. We hope to leave you tantalized, intrigued, educated and in a better mood than you were before you sat down. Although the discussion is far from over, we are expanding attention to other ideas the WHWN® staffers have to share. You can find the older interviews online at www. miawhwn.com. We decided to publish a few for your enjoyment. Bon Appetite! ~Mia Abdul-Hakeem Follow me on Twitter @miawhwn

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WHWN ASKED DRUPEY BEATS, WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON HI P HOP? a

rguably he is one of the best, if not best, beats makers that is still underground. He is taking his time, putting together the best beats the world will ever hear. Quiet and soft spoken, he is the Jay-Z of beats. One only has to listen closely if you want to catch the game this brutha spits. Though upon listening, you’ll hear there is no game, just facts stated. He spends a lot of time “zoned out” because he puts beats together in his head then when you hear them, you then understand the comparasion to Jay-Z. WHWN: What is your stage name?

DB: Drupey Beats (no relation to Swiss).

WHWN: Is the music industry your primary job?

DB: YES. WHWN: In the music industry, who do you work for? Or are you independent?

DB: I’m working with everybody. Shout out to Iron Work!

WHWN: How long have you been in this profession?

DB: Over 13 years.

WHWN: What is your relationship with Hip Hop and music in general?

DB: Music moves the soul and that’s how I express myself.

WHWN: What is Hip Hop to you?

DB: To me it’s a form of art.

WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop has a purpose and what?

DB: I can’t say it has just one purpose; it can be used to build or destroy.

WHWN: How often to you think about Hip Hop? DB: I live it so it isn’t much to think about.

WHWN: How long do you think Hip Hop will be around?

DB: As far as being mainstream…who knows??? But on the underground level, it will always be around.

WHWN: Do you remember the first Hip Hop song you heard?

DB: Ummm…either “Peter Piper” or “My Adidas!”

WHWN: How did it make you feel?

DB: I was stuck...I2012 think that was the 1st time I zoned out!

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DB: Outkast, “Elevators,” Nas, “Ether,” 2pac, “All Eyes One Me.”

WHWN: Who is your favorite Hip Hop artist and why?

DB: ANDRE3000. I think he is one of the most creative with in the last fifteen years.

WHWN: Who is your least favorite Hip Hop artist and why?

DB: Probably any artist that’s hatin on another artist.

WHWN: Do you think Rap and Hip Hop are the same and why?

DB: Personally, I think rap is the heart and voice of hip hop...

WHWN: What, if any, would you change about Hip Hop? DB: I wouldn’t change anything. I think it’s constantly elevating.

WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop is used positively or negatively, and why?

DB: I think it’s both, just as anything else u know... Shit either I can take a knife and go around stabbing folks or I could just use it to spread this butter.

WHWN: Why do you think most Hip Hop videos and songs are filled with stunting, sexism and violence?

DB: Because that’s what the flesh craves.

WHWN: Why do people of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds like Hip Hop? DB: Good question…

WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop is a global industry and why?

DB: Yeah it’s an entire generation of people. U got rappers in Asia and the UK among other countries.

WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop is a commodity, and why?

DB: Hell yeah! Anything can be bought and sold.

WHWN: What do you think when you hear of people in third-world countries, bumping Hip Hop? DB: It’s no surprise.

WHWN: Why is Hip Hop used worldwide to advertise a wide variety of commodities?

DB: Cause they don’t know any other way to connect with this generation.

WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop has a negative perception in the media, and why?

DB: Of course because the media is a negative force.

WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop is under attack, if so why and by what?

DB: Yes because Niggaz is getting rich!!!

WHWN: Do you think a person can stay conscious and achieve platinum success?

DB: Yeah I think so. I think a lot of music can be considered “conscious,” it’s really depends on how your antennas receive it.

WHWN: Why do you think is it more difficult for conscious artists to cross over?

DB: The media, the (music) labels and it’s the people too.

WHWN: Why do you think it is more difficult for a platinum artist to produce content of value and keep the support of their labels and radio stations?

DB: Most artists just do whatever they are told to do from what I see.

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WHO IS CONLEY BROOME?

He is a devoted family man, Fireman with the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department and established the Broome Family Foundation, with the goal of enriching the lives of inner city youth (please see page 11). We caught up with Mr. Broome to see ask how he evolved into outreach work and what are his goals for the future.

WHWN: Which would you say defines you more, your profession or your involvement with music?

CB: I think the two are intertwined. My profession allows me the opportunity to help people in need. My involvement with music also allows me the opportunity to help artists in need of exposure. My production company takes young outstanding jazz and blues newcomers who don’t have the opportunity to be seen, a stage to perform on and possibly be seen by people in the industry. We put on benefit concerts using those artists and donate the proceeds to non-profit organizations in need of funding.

WHWN: How did your profession lead you to music? Or are they independent of one another?

CB: Part of my career with the Fire Department was spent in the Fire Prevention Bureau where I spent 10 years as a Deputy Fire Marshal in the Special Events section. While there I worked with a lot of promoters and event organizers that put on concerts. I met my first outstanding artists (18 year old jazz sax player) at a church event while I was out of town. He was very interested in getting into the San Diego market. I used my contacts to get him a gig at the biggest jazz concert in San Diego. I realized at that time that there were other outstanding jazz and blues newcomers that could use my resources...that’s how OJN (Outstanding Jazz Newcomers) Productions was conceived.

WHWN: How has music influenced your life? Who are your favorite artists and why?

CB: I started playing saxophone when I was 9 years old and actively played until the 9th grade. I sang in the church choir for that period of my life also. I played the saxophone, clarinet, bass clarinet and some flute. Music has always been the calming influence in my life.

I have so many favorite artists...a few of them are; Bob James, Earl Klugh, Earth Wind & Fire (Phillip Bailey), George Benson, Robin Thicke, John Legend, Najee, Toni Braxton, Randy Crawford, Snoop Dogg, Arrested Development. When listening to these artists I am able to take trips down memory lane, relax and forget about the stress of everyday living.

WHWN: What do you think of Hip Hop and its influences on all music?

CB: I think Hip Hop definitely has been a needed form of music since it broke onto the scene. I enjoy the new beats that come out and the positive messages that society definitely needs to hear. I also enjoy the collaborations with the different genres.

WHWN: Are you aware some are calling it Hip Pop? What is your opinion of that?

CB: I am not aware of the saying but if it is being said I think it’s because Hip Hop has such a huge impact on society that anything society can do to minimize that impact will be done.

WHWN: How do you feel about the Occupy Wall Street movement? Do you support it? Why or why not?

CB: I think the Occupy Wall Street movement has a valid point. Big business (1%) runs this country and programs are always put in place to help big business while the other 99% are an afterthought. I think it’s a great wake up call for the country. I would have to say that I support their right for the movement for the aforementioned reason.

WHWN: We are very happy to support your foundations. What are your success stories? How do you plan to do it again?

CB: My first success story is that our first concert we broke even and were able to donate proceeds to the non-profit organization (UNCF). The other part of that success is that we put on a phenomenal concert. Our next concert is coming up this February 20th at the Historic Los Angeles Athletic Club.

WHWN: What are you doing in the next three, six and twelve months?

CB: We’re putting on our next concert next month 3 days after I retire from the Fire Dept. Then it’s on to identifying a non-profit in need and organizing our future concerts.

WHWN: Where do you see you/your brand long term?

CB: We hope to continue our cycle of getting artists seen and heard, donating funds to charities and having those artists come back and headline our future concerts.

WHWN: Is there a goal you want to accomplish then retire? What legacy do you want to leave?

CB: My major goal is to get as many artists seen and heard and organize up to three concerts a year. I’d like my legacy to be that I spent my time on this earth helping others who didn’t have the where with all to help themselves.

WHWN: If you were the interviewee, what would you ask? Of course answer as well.

CB: If you had your life to live over again would you take the same path? I would definitely get more education and take the same path. I always tell the youth I talk to, “Pick a career that you love and you never have to work a day in your life.”

WHWN: What events do you have upcoming?

CB: We have a benefit concert coming up on February 20, 2012...the Los Angeles Holiday Jazz and Blues Benefit Concert at the Los Angeles Athletic Club from 1:00pm - 5:00pm. We will have collaborations of Hip Hop/Jazz/R&B and a Hip Hop/Jazz piece, along with outstanding Jazz and Blues artists and topped off with Jazz violinist Karen Briggs as our headliner.

WHWN: Do you know of anyone that should be interviewed by WHWN®?

CB: Rudy Johnson, President/CEO of Neighborhood House Assn.; the largest non-profit organization in San Diego.

Thanks Mia. WHWN: No we humbly thank you! To highlight such a positive person, doing positive things is a life long dream. namaste. visit

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THE SPOTLIGHT

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Monique J. Lindsay Street art meets a sweet heart. Monique Jenkins Lindsay is a San Diego based artist who doesn’t lack anything in the creative department. From traditional print designs to socially conscious street art paintings…the girl has range…range like rover. She blends modern fashion to current issue in society and present the love of Hip Hop, culture and experiences in here paintings. Monique is honored to be a part of “Who’s Hot? & Who’s Not!” digital magazine. She feels the more you meet people that appreciate art, it brings good energy to her work. Cultured Class is her alter ego of whom she is. Society is separated in different class from upper to lower class. She positions herself in a class of cultured society. As of Oct 2009 Monique was given a chance to be a part of “The Dope Show Crew,” a collective of San Diego artists and musicians that have been putting together events all over the city since 2007.

She is currently working on a collection of paintings called the “Umbrella Series” that is influenced from underground hip and iconic figures. Please visit www.theculturedclass.com. |Graphic Designer/Artist | P:619.638.9651 | |www.moniquejenkins.com | www.theculturedclass.com |

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WHWN ASKED WEIRDO T.C.,

WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON HIP HOP?

WHWN: What is your stage name? What is your government name?

WT.C. MY STAGE NAME IS WEIRDO T.C & MY GOVERNMENT IS CONFIDENTIAL :-) WHWN: Is the music industry your primary job?

WT.C. YEP, SURE IS. MUSIC FIRST EVERYTHING ELSE FOLLOWS AFTER. WHWN: In the music industry, who do you work for? Or are you independent?

WT.C. I AM CURRENTLY INDEPENDENT WITH BIG PLANS WHWN: How long have you been in this profession?

WT.C. I’VE BEEN WRITING MUSIC EVER SINCE I WAS 8 YEARS OLD, LIKE LITERALLY WRITING VERSES AND HOOK STRUCTURED LYRICS (PAUSE) THE GOOD OLE TIMES. WHWN: What is your relationship with Hip Hop and music in general?

WT.C. HIP HOP & I HAVE A PRETTY HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP. I DON’T THINK I’D BE ABLE TO LIVE WITHOUT IT. WHWN: What is Hip Hop to you?

WT.C. HIP HOP IN MY EYES WOULD HAVE TO BE SELF EXPRESSION DEMONSTRATED THROUGH WORDS MELODICALLY. WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop has a purpose and what?

WT.C. HIP HOP DEFINITELY HAS A PURPOSE! I BELIEVE THE PURPOSE OF HIP HOP ORIGINALLY STARTED AS AN ARTISTS GET AWAY FROM THE PROBLEMS FACING SOCIETY. HIP HOP IS TO ME A “VERBAL DIARY.” WHWN: Are you influenced by Hip Hop and why?

WT.C. HIP HOP INFLUENCED ME SIMPLY BECAUSE WITHOUT IT I WOULDN’T BE THE ARTIST I AM TODAY. WHWN: When do you think Hip Hop was born?

WT.C. HONESTLY, SLOWLY BUT SURELY I FEEL HIP HOP WAS BEING CREATED ALL THE WAY BACK TO THE DAYS OF DEEP BLUES, WAY BEFORE THE MOTOWN ERA. WHWN: How often to you think about Hip Hop? WT.C. ALL DAY EVERYDAY WHWN: How long do you think Hip Hop will be around?

WT.C. HIP HOP WILL ALWAYS BE AROUND, IT MAY ALTER AS FAR AS PHYSICALITIES, BUT SPIRITUALLY IT’LL FOREVER BE HERE. WHWN: Do you remember the first Hip Hop song you heard?

WT.C. YUP! THE FIRST HIP HOP SONG THAT REALLY CAUGHT MY ATTENTION WAS THE DUO GROUP KRISS KROSS, “JUMP AROUND.” WHWN: How did it make you feel?

WT.C. I CANT REALLY REMEMBER. I WAS SO YOUNG. BUT I KNOW AFTER SEEING CHILDREN MY AGE DOING MUSIC, IT MADE ME HOPEFUL TOWARDS THE ART, THAT MAYBE I COULD DO IT TOO. WHWN: What are your 3 most favorite Hip Hop songs and why?

WT.C. BIGGIE SMALLS “JUICY”, DA BRAT “FUNKDIFIED” & QUEEN LATIFAH’S “U-N-I-T-Y.” WHWN: Who is your favorite Hip Hop artist and why?

WT.C. THERE’S SO MANY GREAT INFLUENTIAL ARTIST, BUT I WOULD DEFINITELY HAVE TO SAY NOTORIOUS B.I.G. WHWN: Who is your least favorite Hip Hop artist and why?

WT.C.I CANT REALLY SAY WHO MY LEAST FAVORITE HIP HOP ARTIST IS ONLY BECAUSE I FEEL I’M NO ONE TO JUDGE THE NEXT MAN. WHWN: Do you2012 think Rap and HopNOT! are the same and why?

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WT.C. RAP AND HIP-HOP DIFFER IN DEMEANOR. I FEEL HIP-HOP IS A BIT MORE SOFTER THAN RAP, SOMEWHAT MORE MAINSTREAM. WHWN: What, if any, would you change about Hip Hop? WT.C. NOTHING AT ALL WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop is used positively or negatively?

WT.C. BOTH WHWN: Why do you think most Hip Hop videos and songs are filled with stunting, sexism and violence? WT.C. BECAUSE WITH HIP HOP BEING AN EXPRESSION OF SOME ONES EMOTIONS AND FEELINGS, THAT’S WHAT MOST PEOPLE THINK ABOUT THE MOST AND RELATE TO. MOST ARTIST TALK ABOUT EITHER WHAT THEY WISH THEY HAD OR WHAT THEY’VE ALREADY HAD. WHWN: Why do people of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds like Hip Hop? WT.C. BECAUSE EVERYONE CAN RELATE. WHWN: Do you think Hip Hop is a global industry and why?

WT.C. YES, HIP HOP IS AND HAS BEEN VERY INFLUENTIAL ALL ACROSS THE GLOBE. WHWN: What do you think when you hear of people in third-world countries, bumping Hip Hop? WT.C. NOTHING, THAT’S A AMAZING THING. visit

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L ad y K no ck ou t . . .

was raised in San Diego but born in Detroit, Michigan. A “Motown Hood” to the west coast hoods as she sees it with music in her blood - rap/hip-hop music to be exact. Her family is from Iraq, Chaldean; the heritage is Catholic-Iraqi. “But an American all the way! So not quite a white girl, since I’m a pure breed like a thoroughbred or pedigree...100% Chaldean. From the mid-west where I transitioned SD CA where I got my ambitions!” says Lady Knockout.

Why Lady Knock-Out? “In 1998, I met a dude, Mr. Knockout and he was like, ‘Shit, you’re Miss KO.’ So I just took it and have kept the name ever since then, which is when I also started to write poetry. That turned it into rap. I began to seriously write a few years ago, recording and doing shows!

Lastly, I knock out bars, lyrics and hooks guys with my sex and looks, haters with left and right hooks, if in need, when they frontin like rooks, as in rookies, you ain’t gettin a crumb off these cookies, so ya best just back off this nookie! I write, rap, dance well enough, and if I have to fight I can, I’ve done karate, kickboxing and street crazy, plus the looks = quadruple threat.

I’m tryin to be positive, an independent female makin her name, and fame without sexin it up to the top! Not watered down or sugar coating what I say. I’m tryin to do somethin to help in this life! For the Human race, for the ladies and the WEST! So many influences in rap mainly course 90’s, old school, etc...hung with eses in the southeast, and all kinds of bangers! Blood, Crips, no set trip, but for the most part South Siders...Deuces!”

Please check my latest song, “Gangstaz Roll” ft. Knoc-Turnal from the LBC. and “Yours Truly, Lady Knockout O.G.” it’s a west side collabo, a hot 1!”

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Checkin In with Sacramento’s Mahtie Bush

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meet Mathie Bush in the summer of 2010 and have been impressed with his music ever since. So naturally, we wanted to check in with him and see what’s the latest we can expect from this Bay Area King. Here’s what he had to say...

WHWN: How does music continue to influence your life?

MB: It makes me wanna either chill out or it makes me wanna get in the lab asap! Music means everything to me.

WHWN: What do you think of the current state of Hip Hop? MB: I think it’s coming to artist teaming up with other artist and bringing fan bases together and making money. Look at all the EP’s that came out; Em and Royce, Kanye and Jay-Z. Hell even Slaughterhouse is a group cause each one of those members already had their own thing going before the group.

WHWN: Are you aware some are calling it “Hip Pop,” like Global Grind? What is your opinion of that?

MB: Not really. But my opinion is that, pop culture and hip-hop go together nowadays in some way.

WHWN: How do you feel about the Occupy Wall Street movement? Do you support it? Why or why not?

MB: I really don’t know how to feel about it since everyone has their own reasons to support or be a part of it. I feel a movement isn’t a movement UNLESS there is one common goal and I’m not sure what the goal is. But that’s just me.

WHWN: Do you have any foundations or outreach programs? What are your success stories? How do you plan to do it again?

MB: I do not have any programs or foundations that I’m with but I am open to help any of ‘em that are down to help foster kids since I was one.

WHWN: What are you doing in the next three, six and twelve months?

MB: Three Months: Working on mix/mastering my album Childs Play as well as putting out my mixtape, “A.D.I.D.A.S.” Six months: I hope to be touring and buying my first home with my wife. Twelve months: Who knows! LOL....I hope to be doing a major project with one of the best emcee’s ever but ima keep that on the hush for now.

WHWN: Where do you see you/your brand long term?

MB: As long as I keep pushing I see myself living off my music and taking care of my family by living my dream.

WHWN: Is there a goal you want to accomplish then retire?

MB: Goal? My only goal now is to be able to take care of my family and making sure they want for nothing. I feel my legacy will continue even when im gone because of my music. Plus I did a short documentary so that way my kids get to see me when I was younger.

WHWN: If you were the interviewee, what would you ask? Of course answer as well.

MB: LOL...what do you want in 2012? Answer: To blow up!

WHWN:. Do you know of anyone that should be interviewed by WHWN®?

MB: Chino XL WHWN: What are your Twitter, Facebook, teams and websites so people can connect with you?

MB: http://Thisizbush.com http://Twitter.com/Mahtiebush916 http://Pandora.com Mahtie Bush Radio

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