Known simply as NOX (an acronym for N.oise O.f E.xcitement), the Youngstown, Ohio rhymester takes swagger and inventive lyrical heat to new heights on his first studio album, The N.oise O.f X.citement (King Ape Entertainment). His big dreams of being a Hip-Hop superstar were fueled by his passion for making good music and entertaining, much like the artists he grew up listening to such as: OutKast, Common, Busta Rhymes, The Isley Brothers, Rick James, Cameo, Mos Def, Talib Kweli and Bootsie Collins.
NOX jumpstarted his career at 7 years old when he would tag along to watch his big sister Candee Reign open shows for the likes of Heavy D and Salt N Pepa and soon thereafter became her hype man A seasoned vet in the game by the time he was 11, Nox was penning his own lyrics and winning praises of all those within ear and eye shot distance. “Just being able to see other artists doing what I knew I was gifted with doing motivated me to continue rocking the mic,” explains Nox about his inspiration to follow his passion. “Performing so young in front of large crowds before I was even a teenager gave me a feeling that I can’t put into words.”
The N.oise O.f X.citement boasts plenty of stuttering drums, clever wordplay that soars beyond stylistics and incredibly detailed subject matter that tell the tale of his life. NOX artfully excels at being a poet and a prince, presenting listeners with the tragedies and triumphs of daily living. “I like to think outside the box when it comes to my craft and write about things that not only affect me but topics that other people can relate to. And being from the Midwest has exposed me to every type of music, from Hip-Hop and Rock to R&B and Funk. Actually, Ohio is where Funk was born, so I have a lot of that sound in my music.”
The thumping lead single, “Move” featuring label mate Pryslezz is a certified club banger that effectively intertwines lighthearted bounce with compelling lyrics. Although still putting the finishing touches on the LP, the rapper/songwriter promises that every cut will be a vibrant and skillfully arranged blend of show stopping jams that embody vivid narratives amidst multi-toned bass and hushed grooves. A smart, solid and spectacular debut that runs the gamut of emotions and is a mix of slow, mid and up-tempo cuts, one thing listeners can expect from The N.oise O.f X.citement is excitement. “I’m a fun person and love to make people laugh and that element is definitely in my songs. If I could give what I do a new genre, I would title it Techno Soul Hop; a new-aged sound with a splash of Soul that’s rooted in Hip Hop.”
To say that NOX is a busy and talented 26 year-old is an understatement. The former pop-locking break dancer and self-professed “video game buff” not only creates relevant classics but he is also a certified web designer and is Director of Operations of his label King Ape Entertainment.
Looking to revolutionize the industry with his fresh, focused and straightforward approach to making music, NOX has the potential to have a polarizing effect on the masses. With charisma, skill and experience (he has shared the stage with respected artists such as Bone Thugs N Harmony, Nas, Slum Village and Wu Tang Clan), the odds of success are stacked in NOX’s favor, which is something to be excited about.
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