Hip hop enthusiasts were exposed to the impact of knowledge and the power of mind over matter at the July edition of Str8 up Hip hop last Thursday held at The Place in Ikeja. Themed Juice! Know-the-ledge, and hosted by Sly of Rhythm 93.7fm, the urban monthly event afforded guests to learn at the feet of a veteran like Edi Lawani, who was the special guest at the event. Although he was unavoidably absent, his message was aired to guests.
Drawing from experience, Edi Lawani encouraged and advised young artistes to be open to knowledge on their way to success in their chosen career.
The crowd was treated to almost all the Hip-hop elements which include mesmerizing B-boy stunts, captivating spoken word, energetic performances and superb DJ’ing by DJ OZ. Upcoming rappers were not left out, as they were privileged to showcase their talents.
A major feature of Str8 Up, Hip-hop, Emcee battle, was tightly contested. Thus the crowd settled for four best rappers who slugged it out but was eventually won by M2B who took home 20,000 naira cash prize.
Spoken word poet, Ndukwe thrilled the crowd with his famous poems like Puff puff pass and Boom, which earned a call for an encore from the crowd.
The crowd was also treated to scintillating performances from Mr. Raw, who used the event to premiere his new video, Ofe Dioku.
Terry Tha Rapman came on stage and delivered old and new hits, he performed Na beans?, Sample Remix (by popular demand) and his latest single testing 1,2.
In recognition of his contributions to the development of Hip-hop and Nigerian music, Edi Lawani was presented an award of honor while the first prize winner of the Str8 up Hip-hop Juice! Know-The-Ledge Quotes competition was presented his prize on stage by Mr.Raw.
The NM En.Core produced event which was proudly supported by Kally drink and Mowa water attracted many hip hop fans who interacted with Terry Tha Rapman, Illbliss, Mr. Raw, Splash, Teegee among others.
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