As a result of a couple of YouTube videos, an overwhelming number of people began talking about this kid from Flatbush named Joey Bada$$. An up and comer who hasn’t quite broke through the proverbial doors to be considered a rap phenomenon; but in spite of his age of 17 years, his developed intellect allows him to spit rhymes that can only be heard from seasoned veterans in the game. The proof comes from the fact that he is often compared to Nas, Biggie, and Big L. His prolific word play caught the attention of Jonny Shipes, President of Cinematic Music Group and manager of Big K.R.I.T. and Smoke DZA. From there, he began working with Creative Control and shot the video for ‘Survival Tactics’ a video that showcases conflict theory from the mind of a couple of Brooklyn natives. Joey and his mob of 20 call themselves Progressive Era or Pro.Era. Which means exactly what it says, that they are a progressive movement of young leading-edge talent that fulfill everything from rapping, producing, singing, and graphic Read the rest of this entry »