Born in Harlem and raised in the Bronx by a West Indian mother helped him develop his humbleness and well-rounded personality. VERSE is a hard-working MC, that was inspired by poetry, which started the writing of poems in class. As the introduction of the art form of rap embraced this young's man life, he was transformed forever. Withdrawn, to some anti-social. Verse was not one to follow the crowd nor was he interested in the crowd following him. He was and is in his own lane. This was made manifest at his high school, the artistic REPORTORY TOWN HALL COMPANY, where he thrilled them not only with clever wordplay, but showed his musical abilities by playing the piano, his musical instrument of choice to this day. Everyone, students, teachers, the principal, even his mother starting calling him 'Verse'. At this point the art of battling emerged in this young's man life, moving to Harlem for a period, it took dramatic turns. Many nights were spent at the FIGHT CLUB, for those in the know. Engaging in lyrical battles was a good learning experience and sharpened his craft overall. Of course with that came competition after competition of which victory was the outcome on most occasions. Never acknowledging them as battles, he just wanted to be heard. Soon labels heard the news and BAD BOY Ent. became interested. Through BigThings Production Co., which is owned by one of the 'HITMEN' [Producers for Bad Boy Ent.] Verse, though a solo artist, ended up in a group signed to Bad Boy Ent. One day you will hear the full story on vh1driven, mtv or bet. Not the ideal situation for an artist such as Verse, but it offered the opportunity to again sharpen his craft and to work with veterans in the biz such as; P. Diddy Combs, Harvey Pierre, 112, Loon, G Dep, DJ Marv., Dame Grease, Jimi Kendricks and Carlyle Young just to name a few. The experience of the HIP HOP PROJECT itself [ go to hiphop project.com ] as well as making the movie 'The Hip Hop Project' with project director Russell Simmons and film producers Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah gave Verse a chance to embrace self awareness as well as to learn about the music and film industries. And most important, to always stick to creating music from your experience and heart. Having written the title track 'ANNE B. REAL' for the said named movie, of which numerous awards were won including but not limited to; Best Dramatic Feature--Santa Monica Festival. BlockBuster Audience Award--American Black Film Festival. Best of Festival--Sedona Film Festival. Also featured in the film are two other Verse tracks. As well as presently having the opportunity to work with TriggerHappy/Brobot and their artists, the RETRO KIDZ. Upon returning this fall from a short tour of Guam with the Hip Hop Project and having time to have totally reflected on his past, Verse is completely focused on the thing dearest to his heart, THE MUSIC!! The journey has just begun. ONE
bless on tHE ADD new music and mixtape now on the streets and @ ya boothlegers spots feat CASHIS,BIZARRE,JUNIOR LION,SHANTA WILLIAMS & others get it now "the poetik illusion" be safe and stay shining!!! one love from team SPEEDCHILD BROOKLYN!!!!SPEEDCHILD!!!!SHADY!!!
PS. JUST TAKE A MINUTE OR TWO & CHECK OUT THE MUSIC FOR ME...I KNOW, I KNOW!! PEOPLE ASKING YOU THAT ALL THE TIME HUH?? 'OR' THE VOTE FOR ME ISHH....IM NOT TRYING TO BE FAMOUS, IM TRYING TO BE HEARD!! THE MUSIC IS FROM THE HEART AN HERE FOR YOU....WHAT CHA THINK?? PEACE & RESPECT....~SWINDLE~
READ IN FULL: Various events Thurs 9/24 AND Sun 9/27! A Major A&R will be in attendance Sun 9/27/2009 to audition a Secret Winner. Will you be next?? Your music could be played in one of NYC's top nightclubs by Chocolate Thai who will host a official afterparty for her movie premier "Say My Name"
Fri 9/25: If you want to attend the "Say My Name" Movie premier Starring Erykah Badu, MC Lyte, Remy Ma, Chocolate Thai, Estelle & more should purchase tickets for the THURSDAY Sept 24th 9pm show at Loews 34th Street Theater. Right after the movie we will go to The official after party @China Club 268 W.47th Street, NY, NY, 10036 (Between Broadway & 8th Ave) will have special invited guests, therefore VIP & Free admission will be tight & ONLY for Celebrities, Press, Special Guests & Artists with a good following. *This event is Grown & Sexy. 21+ ID a MUST! Hardbottom shoes a must for Gents. Ladies Free/Gents $20: Must Say Chocolate Thai's Guestlist at the Door **Artists who want to have their music played by Chocolate Thai at Major Nightclubs MUST attend the after party WITH GUESTS. I will be selecting acts to push & headline at various events. IN ADDITION ALL ARTISTS AT THE AFTER PARTY WILL RECEIVE A FREE UNLIMITED DRINK Bracelet at The Secret Open Mic Sun 9/27/2009 will perform 2 songs and have your demo submitted to guest A&R personally by Chocolate Thai!!
Sat 9/26 11:45am: "Say My Name" movie showing @Loews 34th St Theater at 11:45am
Sun 9/27 7pm FREE SPECIAL GIFT 7-8 pm for ALL GUESTS!!! Guest A&R in the bldg!! The Secret Open Mic: Midtown, NYC (Private Location) FREE DRINKS ALL NITE 7-8pm (Patron, Hennesey, Moet/Roset, Grey Goose, Rum) $10 Unlimited Drink bracelets available at the door AFTER 8pm. Smoking allowed! Artists w/5 or more guests Perform 2 Songs Free! Admission: $20 per artist/1 Song. $10 per guest 18+ To perform you must RSVP and include myspace address.
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