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KNOX
   
 
Song Title:  "ONE" Ft. MaLLy & Slug
   
Knox started as a freestyler and self-described "word nerd," making a name for himself in the hip-hop scene in cyphers and battles before ever recording a song. But after serving seven years in prison, he's since been motivated to strive forward artistically and otherwise, and he's taken to writing and recording to express his own experience and give strength to others in his position.
Knox writes about his experience with both an open book sensibility and a handle on lyrical dexterity, and a classic Minneapolis underground sound runs through the veins of every track. "I may be squeaky clean and a stand-up citizen now, but it wasn't always that way," he says. "It's been a long journey, and I've learned a lot. I'm just trying to lay it all on the line, put it out there, share it with my people."
Now seeking a philosophy major in school, Knox says he's always been interested in different schools of thought, and approaches his songs with an angle towards personal ethics and day-to-day decision making. The recording booth seems to be Knox's opportunity to ask these questions of himself and others, dealing directly with his own situations in an upfront way through music in hopes it connects with people. He brings an above-average grasp of intricate song construction and quick flows but the power stems from the brutal honesty and his knowledge of self.
City:  Red Lake
Band Website:  https://kingdomkulture.bandcamp.com/album/equity-ep
 
 
 
 
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LeftField #GhostLifeorNoLife
Thu, Feb 04 2016 6:53 PM		 Suggest Removal
sarahellas From the content, emotion, vibe, to the delivery it's all soulful. Whenever I listen to this man, I'm put into another state. I feel Knox's music, heavy.
Thu, Feb 04 2016 4:46 PM		 Suggest Removal
MDukes If one takes the time they will begin to feel the finess of the how each line becomes a road map to self inquiry Could it be possible for us that love rap, that an avenue has opened for us to reach another "whole" level of awareness. Knox is Brilliant"!
Thu, Feb 04 2016 3:05 AM		 Suggest Removal
nedmcberry I don't hate this Player or his Game. In fact, this situation calls for me to love both the Player and the Game.
Tue, Feb 02 2016 12:07 PM		 Suggest Removal
QBiggs Cool as H*** to see this kid from Red Lake on here. He makes my top 5 along with Mac Irv, Hustle Rose, DIVES and Danami and The Blue.
Tue, Feb 02 2016 9:19 AM		 Suggest Removal
Prizmaxic I think I battled this dude on the playground out at North Commons. I have to admit, Player definitely got the best of me that day. Lyrical Dexterity is almost an understatement. I'd even suggest " lyrical dexterity" as this Cat's next album title. Good Luck my man, keep doing your thing.
Mon, Feb 01 2016 4:27 PM		 Suggest Removal
JDash We came along way.. From kites to mics!! GhostLife #OnChief
Mon, Feb 01 2016 10:46 AM		 Suggest Removal
Dlafave The way the words are put together helps put the listener in the presence of the situation. Feelin that musis bro
Mon, Jan 11 2016 8:20 PM		 Suggest Removal
 
 
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