I perform, create, promote and share music for the people. Other interests include eating,sleeping,drinking and breathing--music, as well as:
Sincere, passionate and inspiring people, knowledge of self, LOVE, family, friends, affection, dogs, natural beauty, organic herbs, confidence, harmony, balance, symmetry, loyalty, romance, humor, simplicity, sentiment, exercise, meditations found in daily life, reflection, unity, house parties, dinner parties, after-parties, spontaneous missions, patience, nightlife, sexy time, travel, my 2-step (so fresh..), cutting, digging, chopping, looping, various percussion, low end frequency, Rhodes/B3's/Moogs (warm analog..) MPC's/sample-based music, DRUMS, cooking/eating, tamari, garlic, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, mom's ragout, scotch bonnet sauce, summer bbq, camping, simply orange juice (simply chronic), roots tonic, drawing strength from weak places, learning anything new, graphic design, KRINK, graffiti and street art, sticker and stencil art, clothing/style, new sneakers, music festivals, the world and it's cultures, bombing popular culture, heritage, snow/skateboarding, high grade ciphers, New England dynasties. I keep my head up everyday, for you never know what the next may bring you. As long as you greet each new day with positive works, you can be assured of a brighter day for tomorrow...
Sun is shining--each day is a new opportunity for change and progress, we can only work for right if we properly acknowledge the wrong, and without darkness we could never appreciate light.....
Who could be of more inspiration to make it happen than the original creators and godfather's (Herc, Bam, Caz, Theodore, Jay, Jeff,etc.) who birthed this shit from root, while simultaneously providing cultural nourishment and positivity to ghetto youths who would've otherwise gone astray with common street patterns....30 years strong--peace and unity through music.
電影
Brooklyn Babylon, Rockers, Dancehall Queen, Belly, Harder They Come, Shottas, City of God, Super Troopers, Juno, Kill Bill(s),Bill Murray ish, Wayne's World, Juno, Scarface / gangster flicks, The Departed, Scribble Jam, DMC's, Scratch, Graf vids, Friday, Don't be a menace, Shaun of the Dead/Hot Fuzz, Countryman, Big Lebowski, Blow, Traffic, How High, Wild Style/Breakin/Beat Street/Style Wars/Krush Groove, Kids, Kung Fu/Martial Arts, Control Room, Baraka...
No weak heart shall prosper...
電視
NESN, Sportscenter, Red Sox, Patriots, and...CELTICS, I'll get down with some Family Guy, Simpsons, Iron Chef, Top Chef, Adult Swim, American Dad, Rob & Big, Boondocks, The Riches, 24, No Reservations, Planet Earth (dope!) Sopranos, The Daily Show...
書籍
BANKSY "Wall and Piece"
偶像
"That until the philosophy which holds one race superior and another inferior is finally and permanently discredited and abandoned: That until there are no longer first-class and second class citizens of any nation; That until the color of a man's skin is of no more significance than the color of his eyes; That until the basic human rights are equally guaranteed to all without regard to race; That until that day, the dream of lasting peace and world citizenship and the rule of international morality will remain but a fleeting illusion, to be pursued but never attained." – H.I.M
Recognition goes out to the founding fathers of hip hop music and it's TRUE culture, all individuals pushing for the greater good and progress of humankind, and my parents, roots and extended family who continually support me in my life decisions.
THE DIARY Volume 1.5 (20 Years of the Remix) now available for free download at WWW.MUSICOFSUBSTANCE.COM!
“This CD just shows how much Chris Read knows about historic Hip Hop production techniques - Its just a shame he wasn't creating this stuff during the eras he's covering as we would probably rate the man as being up there with Paul C, Pete Rock, Premier and all! - I can't think of another Hip Hop CD I've played so much in years” (ANDY SMITH - PORTISHEAD)
"Chris continues the rap anthology concept of his super-dope 'The Diary' megamix in the shape of a remix project, re-lacing acapellas from 89-2009 with historically accurate beats. 'The Diary 1.5' serves as a great platform for Chris to showcase his ample beat-making skills whilst referencing those who've inspired him." (DJ WOODY - FORMER WORLD ITF CHAMPION)
“Wicked! The perfect companion to The Diary Mixtape. Shows an impressive knowledge of sounds from all eras.” (MR THING - FORMER WORLD DMC CHAMPION)
"Crazy! This is Rap History in the making. Chris proves his production skills on this one to the fullest. A wonderful and refreshing journey through all eras of hip hop. Double thumbs up!" (MARC HYPE - FORMER ITF CHAMPION)
Leipzig’s finest UPLIFTMENT INT’L is not just a serious juggling force but as well more and more becoming a top adress for superb mixes. Now the sound simultaneously releases it’s second Artiste Mix “Di Iva Burning” by Jamaican newcomer TEFLON as well as the sequel of last year’s successful “Spr1ng Dropz” Mix. For sure the zeppelin rises once again with these extraordinary mixes...
Happy Birthday from NCC Records and The Empire!! please support real hip-hop and join the forum www.empiremusiq.com!!!Thanks for the support and spread the word!!
