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Atlanta based Rapper Extraordinaire, Taylor J is in the middle of a whirlwind of events to launch his new mixtape, CONTROL. The mixtape is hosted by Shaheem Reid and take my word: IT'S CRAZY!!!!
The first event was a Listening Party held at Big Play Studios in Buckhead. The plush, state of the art recording studio was the perfect venue. Its spacious, multi-room design provided the perfect accommodations for media as well as Taylor J's crew and supporters to mix, mingle and enjoy the sounds of his newest creation. And speaking of sound, the studio boasts a phenomenal sound system that allowed us to experience the music on another level: Incredible! Another thing that helped us enjoy the sounds was the steady flow of Moet, Ciroc and whatever else our taste buds desired. The crew at Big Play definitely set it out right with a lavish spread and a well stocked bar that proved that southern hospitality is alive and well. Obviously nothing but the best for their rising star; the love and pride was palpable.
The man of the hour, was all swag as he gave us a lyrical tour of CONTROL; which he labled "his best work ever." He gave us a "sneak peek" of every track on the mixtape, complete with an explanation of what inspired it and what it symbolized for him as an artist. The personal touch was nice. While each track played, he couldn't help but get swept up in the lyrics and rap along with it; oblivious to everything but the music. Watching him, you could tell he was proud of his masterpiece and thoroughly invested in each and every track.
At the conclusion of the listening segment of the evening, Taylor J was gracious enough to allow myself and Azaria from the Hip Hop Enquirer to interview him. Although young, he's extremely professional and has a clear vision for where he's trying to go in the music industry. Where is his destination you ask? Straight to the top!
So if you're a Hip Hop Connoisseur like me, join Taylor J and a star studded cast of characters on his CRAZY 5 day whirlwind of events which continues tomorrow and runs through Sunday. He has worked with EVERYBODY on this mixtape (Jazze Pha, Nipsey Hussle, Gorilla Zoe and Gucci Mane, just to name a few) so you never know who might come through to support him. If you can't make it, check this site to stay connected. You can also follow him on Twitter @TaylorJTakeover. Take Over?? Yeah, that's exactly what it feels like.
Schedule of Remaining Events: (All events begin at 10:00 PM)
Wednesday 12/5: Kirkwood Bar & Grill - Release Party and Live Performance
1963 Hosea L. Williams Drive Atlanta 30317
Thursday 12/6: Club Crucial - Live Performance
2517 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy Northwest Atlanta 30318
Friday 12/7: Palace ATL - Live Performance
4855 Old National Hwy Atlanta 30337
Saturday 12/8: Solutions Bar & Grill - Live Performance
2040 Sylvan Road Atlanta 30310
Sunday 12/9: Metro Lanes & Games
1959 Metropolitan Parkway SW Atlanta 30315
Special shout out to Self, CEO of Reign Forever Group Music Publishing Inc and Acting Vice President of Big Play Entertainment for thinking of me. You can get links to download Taylor J's mixtape as well as links for live streamed video of events, by following Self on Twitter @PeoplesNobody
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