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Do Ya Thang **( Ivy League
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At a time when the drop out rate of quality emcees is at an all time high, hip hop is undoubtedly in need of a fresh crop of artists to carry the torch and take over as the leaders of the new school. With both an undeniable swag and more than a textbook’s worth of rhymes, The Ivy League has already begun to solidify it’s name in the realm of hip hop’s elite and, more importantly, school all amateurs in the art of emceeing.
Having laid the groundwork for the group on the campus of Northern Illinois University since ’99, the collective underwent a series of roster changes before taking it’s final form. Comprised of wordsmiths Novakane (The NoGorilla) and Agacee providing food for thought and DJ Jay Illa completing the patented Ivy League sound and rounding out the trio, the group could be compared to a flyer, modern day Run-DMC. Citing musical influences including Jay-Z, Outkast, De La Soul, UGK and 8 Ball and MJG, it’s clear that the duo are students of the culture. Complementing Agacee’s mix of controversial topics and flat out cocky wordplay is Novakane’s edgy, more street-oriented flow that, when combined, allow the League to appeal to a wide variety of fans ranging from sneaker heads and backpackers to dope boys and purse snatchers who all recognize the Ivy League as the next movement in upper echelon hip hop.
After gaining a deafening buzz on the Chicago scene thanks to being mainstays in mixes by Ivy Leaguer and club favorite DJ Jay Illa, Heavy Hitter DJ and WGCI spin doctor Timbuktu and good old fashion word of mouth, the Ivy League began to rock mics wherever they could, converting listeners into fans with every bar they spit. Combing an infectious amount of energy, confidence and new school b-boy appeal, their live performances have been known to eclipse that of more established, headlining artists who share the same bill as The League.
Having dropped the acclaimed Poison Ivy: Spring Semester in February of 2006 and following it up with Poison Ivy: Summer School in July of ’06, the League began to ascend from the ranks of local hip hop heroes to major contenders for the crown of Chi-Town. Having enjoyed the success of the Poison Ivy mixtape series, the group is now dropping it’s final installment, Poison Ivy: Study Hall this summer as a precursor to the final exam, their debut full length album, A League Of Our Own, due out later this year.
With production from Loch Ness, Twilight Tone, Tony Baines and Xcel, the disc is already being anticipated as a classic in the same vein as Illmatic or Ready To Die.
While other MC’s may be making music for the time, The Ivy League would much rather make timeless music. With their movement growing with each new fan, Novakane, Agacee and Jay Illa are bringing a freshness back to hip hop. Grab a seat, class is now in session.
Wassup MTV IVY LEAGUE? This Monday Nov. 30, 2009 is.. Mixtape Monday's Signature Hottest Song Tournament Bracket Style Competition - The More Rounds You Win, The More You Perform! BIG $$$ purse, tour slots, beats, studio time all up for grabs! Exedus II, 3477 N Clark St. (2 blocks S. of Wrigley Field) Sign up: 9 pm sharp - Bring your original music on CD $15 to compete/ $5 to watch 21 plus Powered by: MtM Grp, oreganostudio.com, L'Evated Marketing, and illiesoulife.com Further questions email mixtapemondayz@gmail.com
*Not a freestyle battle - A Hottest SONG Tournament
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Wassup MTV IVY LEAGUE? Mixtape Mondays is celebrating a birthday! We're officialy turning 1 this Monday! So on Monday Oct. 19th the first 25 performers ar in FREE! Darkroom CD's and Oregano Studio Time Giveaways Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago Chicago's Paid Open Mic. Over $1000 given away every month - The crowd decides who get the doe, so bring your people. Also bring your original music on CD 9 pm sign up - List closes quick 21 plus
A look back to when it all started on 47th St...
*Silent Auditions all month long for October's Mixtape E-event at The Darkroom and the MtM Midwest's 'In and Out' Tour this Fall
Hottest Song Tournament follows the Birthday Bash on Oct. 26th
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Wassup MTV IVY LEAGUE? This Monday Sept 28.. Mixtape Monday's Signature Hottest Song Contest Bracket Style Competition - The More Rounds You Win, The More You Perform! $350, tour slots, beats, studio time all up for grabs! Exodus II, 3477 N Clark St. (2 blocks S. of Wrigley Field) Sign up: 9 pm sharp - Bring your original music on CD $15 to compete/ $5 to watch 21 plus Powered by: MtM Grp, oreganostudio.com, L'Evated Marketing, illisoulife.com and SP1 Further questions email mixtapemondayz@gmail.com
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Whats Crackin MTV IVY LEAGUE? This Monday Aug 31st is the last Mon. of the month.. which can mean only one thing..
Mixtape Monday's Signature Hottest Song Contest Bracket Style Competition - The More Rounds You Win, The More You Perform! Big Cash Prize as Usual, Free Beats, Studio Time, and a few Surprises Exodus II, 3477 N Clark St. (2 blocks S. of Wrigley Field) Sign up: 9 pm sharp - Bring your original music on CD $15 to compete/ $5 to support *Free to watch before 10 Hosted by: Notrydo Sincere and Lady Flipsyde Sponsered by: oreganostudio.com, L'Evated Marketing, the illiesoul movement and the legendary SP1 Further questions email mixtapemondayz@gmail.com
Thank you Chicago! They said it couldn't be done this long..
The 'Springboard' Event is: Mixtape Mondays.. Chicago's Most Talked About Hip Hop, Soul Open Mic Event EVERY Monday at Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago We pay artists weekly - Over $1000 every month. The crowd decides who wins, so bring your people Also bring your original music on CD 9 pm sign up - List closes quick 21 plus $5 to perform or watch all night/ $10 to compete for the cash Metromix pick for "Best Urban Music Networking Party in the Midwest"
**Silent Auditions all month long for September's Mixtape E-event and the African Fest Labor Day Wknd.
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