The Deal: Asheboro-based MC Ty Bru, who regularly performs around the Queen City, releases his album and takes his place among artists in North Carolina’s burgeoning hip-hop scene in hopes of showing “the way hip-hop should be.”
The Good: Ty Bru wins over fans with a passionate flow. When he’s on the mic it’s like “Yo! He really feels this.” Lots of clever wordplay on beats that don’t sound indie or local, but polished and mastered. For an indie artist, this album has a lot of diverse tracks including “N.C. About To Blow,” in which he says “Without Q.C. hip-hop would be lost” then follows it with the line “the only club you ever rocked was Sam’s.” “Spirit” is a track that has an old-school vibe. “Other Side Remix,” “Saaayinn” and “So Glad” let you know that Ty Bru has definitely bumped a couple Little Brother tracks in his lifetime. “Full Bloom” is a ballad in the mold of LL’s “I Need Love,” but a lot more masculine and realistic. “Block Party” makes you think that down the road Ty Bru might go Kid Rock, mixing rap, rock and country influences.
The Bad: Overkill on the movie quotes and skits at the beginning and end of tracks. Some of the hottest songs are really short. I’m all for cutting verses that don’t add to the song, but you gotta dig deep for tracks like that. “You Ain’t The King of the Cack” is one I wanted more from.
The Verdict: Maybe N.C. is on the brink of hip-hop success, and if that is the case, I’m sure there’ll be a spot for Ty Bru in the conversation. It’s for fans of soulful samples, beats that take you back and lyrics that are conscious without being political. True hip-hop, definitely.
This article appears in Aug 8-14, 2007.
ty bru’s stage prescense, energy, passion for tru hiphop, and crisp delivery win’s over crowds and fans…he is the as-he-bo-ro lighthouse warning the world of real hiphop’s second coming…
I’ve actually had the privilege of sharing the Stage with Ty-Bru, and this kid is an example of what it means to leave it all on the stage. He along with others in the Q.C, Greensboro, & N.C area are working to bring Hip Hop Back to its true art form. I believe in what he is doing and his message so keep pressing on homie, and Know that the S7 Crew – “The New Breed” has got your back. Much luv and respect to humble real Hip Hop Artist. Our Time Will Come!! Peace -N-Purpose Se7eNeves (www.myspace.com/se7eneves)
I’ve actually had the privilege of sharing the Stage with Ty-Bru, and this kid is an example of what it means to leave it all on the stage. He along with others in the Q.C, Greensboro, & N.C area are working to bring Hip Hop Back to its true art form. I believe in what he is doing and his message so keep pressing on homie, and Know that the S7 Crew – “The New Breed” has got your back. Much luv and respect to humble real Hip Hop Artist. Our Time Will Come!! Peace -N- Purpose Se7eNeves
TY BRU REPRESENTIN A TOWN! NORTH CAROLINA’S FINEST! BUY THE CD!
Let’s Buy the Cd, TY BRU Represent Da real Hip Hop Worldwide… More than a Mc, it’s a true Poet. Let’s listen his music and enjoy !!! Big up my man… Keep your real music alive. peace
Bru is THAT man! An amazing performer, lyricist and person! He’s bound for great things!!! GETTUM!
The man knows what needs to be done. It’s not just hip-hop its a living breathing entity that is growing and improving all the time.
I’m so glad this has dropped! Ty Bru always amazes me live and I can’t wait to cop my album so I can take his energy and skill with me wherever I go 🙂 Get ’em mayn! Much love!!!!
to everyone who read the review and left messages….you are beautiful reasons why I love doing what I do, and also why I continue to press forward….big ups to all of you and also 2 Big Mike…..1ne…tybru
JUST CLASSIC HIP HOP ALL ROUND. Dude has a heart the size of california.
Forget what they said about the movie skits… if that’s the worst they gotta say about you, is the part that you didn’t do, then you on to something, fam. Keep it up!