ABOUT THE ARTIST.

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Take three young brothas with the knowledge of generations past, mix with two parts White Port, and top with a splash of some of the illest beats this side of Madison St., and you’ve got the recipe for the Jrunk Unklz. Known to their fans as Unkl Willie P, Unkl T-Bird, and, Unkl Kold Kan Kev, West Sider Tony Baines and South Siders Lid Law, and Vice Verse are blending their skills under the ILL Regards Records label to produce a hip-hop cocktail with a flavor like no other.

The group consists of three well-seasoned rappers bringing their own special ingredients to the table to create a smooth, innovative hip-hop infusion. Super-producer Tony Baines has been on the scene for ten years and is known for his creative aptitude and versatility. Lid Law, the poetic politician, provides an insightful influence to the group. Vice Verse’s journeys through many aspects of the hip-hip game make him a true MC. Individually, they have worked for and performed with some of the biggest names in rap. Collaborating under Ill Regards for the past year, the group is introducing the world to an unprecedented hip-hop force.

Currently, the Unklz are awaiting the release of their new album, Cobbs, which is expected to be in stores in late July. The album reflects their ambitious attitude and conveys the realities of life for everyday urbanites. Clever lyrics relay stories of the fast life and all the turmoil, excitement, and lessons that accompany it. The album is not simply ear candy, it’s a lesson in the real deal.

In the meantime, the group – possessors of seemingly magnetic stage presence – is performing both locally and nationally, moving packed houses at Subterranean nightclub, and recently opening for Method Man on the East Coast. Based on crowd reaction at these shows, the Unklz have what it takes to capture the attention of the hip-hop world. Their explosive energy and irresistible beats are luring fans across all racial and socioeconomic divides.

Where did the name come from?
Tha name was given 2 us by a fellow label mate..Yung Clep..we was tryna come up with names..and he said.."Ya'll Look like my Jrunk Unklz!)..and it stuck..

Who are your influences?
My musical influences..James Brown, Sly Stone, Prince, Stevie Wonder, A Tribe Called Quest,Wu-Tang Clan..

How long have you MC'd?
Ive been MC'n 4 12 years..

How old are you?
28

What was your childhood like?
My childhood was filled wit Music..from tha card parties at my aunts..2 attendin different schools in Chicago..Growin up in Chicago..tha different cultures..and music played a big part in that..

Married?/Not Married?
Not married

Any other family members involved in music?
I have 2 cousins in tha industry..Adina Howard & Melvin Riley (from Ready for Tha World).

The last I saw on your site, your album "Cobbs" was due out in July. Has that been released yet?
Cobbs hasnt been released..just given out promo's every where we rock..

When will it hit the streets officially?
It will be released late fall..and were lookin 2 have it all tha Mom & Pop stores..Tower Records also..

Where did the name of the album come from?
Tha name comes from a word..an old school word from our childhood..Cobbs means Gimmie some!!..we callin Cobbs on the industry..we want some of that money bein made..

What can people expect from one of your shows?
At our shows..be ready 2 expect a high energy performance...capital P...on Performance..3 ill MC's showin our ass..

Have you played outside IL? If so, where?
We've rocked in Conn., St.Louis

What do you have scheduled for the next 6 months?
Next 6 months..releasin this album...rockin more shows...and recordin more hits..4 u 2 rock 2!!

ViceVerse

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