Hip-hop needed class. It also needed some innovation and honesty. In 2002 The Urban Sophisticates began to provide just that with a project record that no one knew would slowly, but surely, change the face of the genre on the east coast. When ‘Urban’ began taking the road less traveled, it founded itself on the ideal that beats could move bodies and true music could move souls. After the critically acclaimed release of ”The Cowards Anthem,” their touring schedule has taken them north to New York City, south to Austin Texas for South by Southwest, west to Chicago, even as far as Japan and Korea. Their sound has become the definition of what hip-hop will be in the near future. Lyrically, Benton James continues to confess his flaws and sarcastically point out what’s horribly right and wrong with the world. Aaron James brings a catchy, well sung hook to every song with old school influences of Soul and foundational R&B. Romondo Jessup brings his cool and collected rhythms through the drums. Jeremy Denman brings his wisdom and flow to the trumpet and flugle horn. Sal Mascali brings his crazy energy and high level of talent to the trombone. Ricky Nxumalo brings his flair for great bass lines and heavy stage presence to what has become a famous under ground live show.
The Urban Sophisticates won’t be going anywhere but up. September of 2008 marked the independent release of “Classic Material.” The record is continuing to gain momentum and build Urban’s already impressive resume. Now hip-hop has class, innovation, and honesty. Hip-hop has... The Urban Sophisticates.
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Just wanted to let you know I have posted a blog in which fans can leave their condolences for Michael's family. I will be printing them out and forwarding them to the family within the next few days.
hey so we're back again with new members and completely new songs. It would be cool if you could check out our page and let us know what you think, even if you don't think anything of it. We have all the info on what's been happening in our new blog. We are playing shows again so come see one and come talk to us.
Wassup The Urban Sophisticates? the movement is back for good.. Mixtape Mondays Hip Hop, Soul Open Mic Event Now paying artists on a weekly basis Every Monday at Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago 9 pm Sign Up $5 to rock or not all night long Artists please bring your own music on CD A&Rs, Managers, and Record Exec's are always in the building Congrats to the Dutch Boys, we'll see you at the Darkroom e-event! Darkroom is located 2210 W Chicago Ave Further questions call AwoL 312-399-2695
hey, whats going family, just wanted to pass threw to show some love and thank u 4 being a friend, i pray all is well with you and yours, just wanted to let you know that by the grace of God yo boy is on alot of digital stores such as i tunes and thebus-shop.com, please support the ministry and check it out, cop it if you are able to, because it will bless you, again i hope and pray all is well, GOD BLESS.
Nooooo. I could cry :( The one weekend I leave to visit in Greenville, you guys come to the Queen City. I'm so so so sad and pissed at the same time. I love you guys. I'll see you sooner than later. Trust me!
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