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SACRAMENTO, California
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Member Since5/22/2006
Band Websitewww.tribeoflevi916.com
Band Members T-shirts now available for $15, just send us an email, and we'll get that to you. tribe of levi MIC JORDAN, POOR, N.O.N. and DJ FILTH are TRIBE OF LEVI. These dreadlocked prognosticators of hip-hop are not just intelligence-espousing thought-provokers, they are fierce, word-playing emcees, just as proficient in a freestyle cipher as they are writing thesis-based raps. Their style shows influences from groups like Brand Nubian and Dead Prez, but their collective intelligence as musicians and lyricists can’t be matched. There’s nothing soft about this group, but that doesn’t at all mean they’re gangsters. Just hard-thinking, hard-performing, hard-working men trying to give our city a taste of their interpretation of hip-hop. -- Sacramento News & Review
InfluencesWu-tang clan-Pete Rock and CL smooth-De La Soul-Brand Nubian-Ras Kass-Nasty Nas-X clan-Project Blowed-Living legends-e40-Devin the dude-Public Enemy-Dead Prez-Shape Shifter-Geto Boyz-Heiroglyphics-the D.O.C.-Big Punisher
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DON'T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT...HERE'S WHAT THE REVIEWS SAY:

Josh Fernandez of The Sacramento News & Review on Mic Jordan's currently-available LP "LEVIATHAN": "From the first verse--"I've been told that I'm an old soul/ It's not that exactly/ It's just this world is so cold,/ You gotta be wise just to have a chance to grow old"--it's clear that Mic Jordan is an emcee who steps beyond rap writing and ventures boldly into hip-hop poetry. From Daddy Longlegs' flute-laced beat on "Fa Sho" to 26 Hours' action movie-esque production on "Until the Day," this album is a gold mine for fans of real hip-hop. The star of this album, of course, is Mic Jordan, who consistently displays trademark wisdom combined with stunning wordplay on each track. If for one second you doubt the talent of Sacramento emcees and producers, find this album and be silenced for good."

Aaris Schroeder of UBO Magazine on Mic Jordan's currently-available mixtape "STYLEABUSE VOL. 1": "Mic Jordan brings hip-hop to a higher level in Sacramento"

Josh Fernandez of The Sacramento News & Review on Poor's currently-available EP "...FOR WHAT IT'S WORTH": "In this oversaturated rap market full of self-conscious and boring emcees, Poor's brutally honest approach is a breath of fresh air. And so is Mic Jordan, whose imaginative production takes interesting turns--from rock to straight-up hip-hop. "Sex Sells" flaunts Poor's obvious love of language, while Jordan hops on the mic to round out a beautifully obscene track. The disc's highlight, though, is "Dark Blue," produced by Jeremy Pearson, who loops breathtaking jazz piano over a lazy drum track to mesmerize the listener into a near-trancelike state. Poor uses the beat wisely, not merely as a backdrop but as a tool for his voice to craft structurally sound compositions with. Ingeniously, Poor rhymes underneath, over and through this texture-heavy track. Stay on the lookout for this rich emcee."

Todd Osterhout of The Local Slice on Mic Jordan's forthcoming LP "AIR": "Introspective, conscious, deep, intense, creative, soul-felt lyrics glide over dreamy, "barefoot" beats with a 70s feel... keeps all aspects of his music relevant, connected, and in harmony.... [Mic Jordan] includes creative tales of wonder along with the real street knowledge he's learned from California life. He often speaks positively of religion but against using power to deceive the people. Jordan alludes to modern and ancient mythology in the context of keeping an open mind - respecting diversity. He tackles topics such as politics, race, class, drugs, alcohol, and youth to adolescence to making a living... with fast and complex yet clear and compelling deliveries transferring to a calm, easy style... close your eyes and let Jordan guide your imagination and transform your perspective."

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feat. TaskOne of 2-4-1, Old Ghost, and Mic Jordan and Poor of Tribe of Levi

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Oct 17 2009 8:00P
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Oct 23 2009 12:00P
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   About Tribe of Levi
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We won't be playing this show!! ******************************************************** ********************************************************
We won't be playing this show!! ********************************************************
TRIBE OF LEVI ALBUMS IN STORES NOW!

POOR "...FOR WHAT IT'S WORTH"

MIC JORDAN "LEVIATHAN"

Available NOW @ RECORDS (1618 Broadway, Sacramento CA 95818), THE BEAT (1700 J street, Sacramento, CA 95814), R5 RECORDS (2500 16th street, Sacramento Ca 95818)

Available SOON @ Dimple Records, Amoeba, Rasputin, etc...

RETAILERS: If you're interested in stocking Tribe of Levi music, please holler at us at: ensitenonstop@gmail.com

PROMOTERS: Tribe of Levi wants to rock in YOUR town, no matter where you are! Holler at us! We are willing to work with you if you have a limited budget.

TRIBE OF LEVI consists of Sacramento residents POOR, NON, MIC JORDAN, and DJ FILTH. Unsatisfied with the current state of the art, these purists have taken it upon themselves to make the music they wish they were hearing. TRIBE OF LEVI strives to bring hiphop back to an era where only the best rappers became superstars, where an MC was more concerned with his craft than his image, and when it was still considered wack to bite. As members of the Sacramento-based hiphop collective TPR, the emcees of TRIBE OF LEVI have performed with numerous hiphop luminaries such as Nas, Dead Prez, KRS-ONE, Prince Poetic (Organized Konfusion), Black Sheep, Butterscotch, Zion I, Illogic, Bru Lei, Chuck Taylor, The CUF, Righteous Movement, and the Neighborhood Watch. Featuring production by Daddy Longlegs, DJ Doin' Somethin', DJ Filth, Jeremy Pearson, MahtieBush and NON (among others), their sound is raw, old-school, circa-'94 hiphop...a throwback to what many folks consider the golden age of rap music. If you like Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Souls of Mischief, MF Doom, People Under The Stairs, Shape Shifters, or Mr. Lif, you'll like the TRIBE OF LEVI.

a message from NON (NowOrNever) As kids, my brother and I would spend a lot of time with our aunts and uncles, who were from the Islands. One of our uncles would host little get-togethers in his yard. There was a sound system with a turntable, tape deck, and microphone set up at the back of the garden. He would cook Ital, and play mostly reggae songs and riddims (sometimes hip hop intrumentals). People would come over and chant on the mic, which inspired my brother and me to try ourselves, starting with songs we'd heard and learned and eventually moving on to some original rhymes. When I was in 7th Grade, I met Poor. Back then he was known as MC Kool-Aid, and he was already doing shows. Later, we both became members of the Cave, where I started to learn how make beats and continued writing and freestyling. After the Cave members each went their own respective ways, Poor and I decided to continue working on music together and even rocked a few shows in Sacramento. Later on, I met ENS aka Mic Jordan. We freestyled and got to know each other, became friends and even recorded a song. Around this time, Poor and I formed the Tribe of Levi, and quickly included Mic Jordan. This was in the fall of 2005. Since then, we've made mixtapes and albums, made songs, gotten radio play, and done dozens of shows with all kinds of artists in different genres. Check us out, I hope you like our music because we put our hearts into it.

a message from POOR To whom it may concern: My name is Poor. I've been into hip hop since i heard the song "Word up" by Cameo. I'm 24 now so that means I've had a 20 year relationship with rap. I feel as if I have a responsibility to speak to the people. There's a whole lot of misguided youth who are hungry for the truth, true art and something real. I don't play myself out like most rap artists today by trying to be something I am not (big shot). I'm just me. I've been putting together songs since I was eight years old and doing shows since I was 13, and I still feel as if there's more room to grow. peace to you. yours truly, poor.

a message from MIC JORDAN (aka EnsiteNonStop) My brothers introduced me to hiphop in the early 80s when they moved out from the East Coast, but by then I already loved jazz because of my dad. My mom taught me to be creative. I wrote my first rhyme when I was 11, but it took me years to gain the skills to execute the ideas I had; until then, I didn't rhyme in public. After recording my first track for my homie's mixtape in 1998, I got down with Dank Chamber in Pasadena (DJ Ironic, DCypher, NASA*1, me, Joself, ChekOne and others) and Neighborhood Greenhouse in Sacramento (DJ Carl Larado, Peabody Greene, me, and Hasani the Black Ninja). After years of making albums while going to school, I finally devoted my life to this and got down with the Levis and the TPR crew. I strive to be a complete MC, like KRS-ONE; I want to make classic verses, songs, and albums. My goal is to be a legend.

a message from DJ FILTH I have been getting down in the graf scene since '89, when I also got down with Excursions clothing. I am a true practictioner of the various elements of hiphop. I speak with my hands. I dance for and cater to the one called karma, repaying debts incurred as a young knucklehead with a big heart. I spun on my back at the Mine Shaft in '92. I remember the old days at the ABC Wall, and when Getta Clue sold tips. I am MTV Raps, when they actually showed music. I have sucked krylon from my fingertips. And if you run into me, I'll let you know why Sac should love hiphop. I am what you get; nothing less, nothing more. Only here to serve you. Enjoy. Free MySpace Layouts
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Sep 21 2009 3:21 AM

This monday night/tuesday morning 9/21/2009 from 1-5am eastern time. i will be co hosting S.O.T.C filling in for the Playas Ball show on WCSB 89.3 fm Cleveland OHIO!!! For people out of the city of Cleveland please listen online @ www. wcsb.org Show support and call in for the review section of local and national underground artists! Hit us up @ (216) 687-3515 We are a non commercial show Fuck the mainstream only real hip hop is going to be played.

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Sep 16 2009 10:03 PM

Hey Tribe of Levi!! Thanks for your request!!!
Great sounds and great vibes!!!
Keep it up...
Peace.
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Sep 15 2009 7:35 PM

damn. im still listening to that cd i got from yall 9 months ago in reno haha. realtalk.shits ill.stay reppin.
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Sep 14 2009 8:13 PM

Yo Tribe of Levi
Stoppin thru to show a respect !!!
Keep bangin !!!
Feel free to check me up n return the flava !!!
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Sep 10 2009 12:08 AM

Soooo...I'm on your website www.tribeoflevi916.com

And I'm watching the videos...

I don't think I could like your music or your performances any more than I do right now...hearing you guys flow seriously gives me chills sometimes. Fucking hella talented...
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