Brigz Crawford
Washington, Washington DC, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2015 | INDIE
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"By far one of the hottest Mixtapes for 2015. Brigz Crawford’s “S.I.K. Secrets I’ve Kept” Mixtape project had all of our heads turning 360 degrees making us truly appreciate fresh Hip Hop. All of the tracks on this Mixtape are really potent, powerful with a lot of meaning & substance. His voice is what makes him truly different, his cadence, delivery & output is completely different from any MC I have heard before. ORIGINALITY is exactly what Brigz Crawford has, his Hip Hop is beyond dope to say the least. This simple 6 track Mixtape honestly takes out the majority of other mixtapes out there that have 15+tracks none of which has the sound a talent that Brigz Crawford carries. This Mixtape should have been called a EP for its powerful originality and profound substance but of course it’s not our call. But anyways this is a must COP for all Hip Hop heads so go visit his website brigzcrawford.com and download this Mixtape TODAY!!" Original post at UnderGround HipHop - Underground Hip Hop Blog
- Tell us a little about yourself. Where are you from? How long have you been making Hip Hop?
I was born in Columbus Georgia a Army Brat. Moved to the D.C. Area When I was 5 and I’ve lived in the DMV ever since. I have been doing music since I was 13.
- What influences you in making Hip Hop?
My influences for making music I make is Luda and Outkast! As of the music I make; I would say challenging myself to be unique, to not conform to what big business wants and stay true to myself and Hip Hop.
- Describe your music, and what separates you from other MCs?
Honest, organic, diverse. I understand my gift and want to use it to make good music. I appeal to both younger and older age groups because of my lyrical content and how I can hit em with that gritty hip hop flow and then change up and show my R&B singing side.
- Who have you collaborated with? Who would you like to collab with in the near future?
Of course my team! EDI (Early does it) Propane James, Dun Dunny!! In the future I would love to work with Drake, Ludacris, J. Cole, and Big KRIT.
- Your definition of “Underground Hip Hop”?
I feel underground Hip Hop is that pure essence of HipHop before it gets industry tainted, made organically and independently of mainstream music.
- Production wise, who are your influences? Who does your production? And who would you like to work with?
Production wise my influences are 40, Just Blaze, No ID, Big KRIT
The production on my current project was G The Mastermind, he’s dope as well, and myself.
And I would love to work with Big KRIT and Pharrell Williams both Very dope and haven’t forgot that underground feel
- Any current or future projects you are promoting?
Yeah, S.I.K.(Secrets I’ve Kept)! Pushing and promoting this Mixtape. I’m also currently working on a new untitled project. My single “This For HipHop” will be featured on the upcoming DMV Life Mixtape vol4, scheduled to drop in September 2015. I will be participating in the DMV Life showcase in September 2015 also.
Brigz Crawford - "This For Hip Hop"
- Can you give us a brief description of the creative process of “S.I.K. Secrets I’v Kept”? Also/ tell us a little bit about the concept and idea behind your Album/Mixtape Cover Art.
The creative process of SIK was built on personal experiences that I’ve been through. The cover is another personal experience. I had brain surgery a year ago and they didn’t know if I would bounce back. So when I did I promised myself that I would be true to myself, my music, and do the type of music that I wanted to do. Instead of being a parrot behind the mic for any producer that promised they would get me on the radio. The smoke and things coming out of my head on the album cover are secrets. Once my mind was opened its like a smoking gun…beretta shots
- Where can we find your music and info?
brigzcrawford.com the site has everything!
- Any shout outs?
Yes UGHH Blog for this opportunity, Dead Level Boyz my Management
EDI (Early Does It!) The Team,
The Valentine Line, Listen Vision Studio’s D.C. , DJ Boom,DJ Mike Phillips, Persia Nicole the sweetheart of 92Q Baltimore WERQ and my Mom&Dad!!
Orignal post found here: Underground Hip Hop Blog - Underground Hip Hop Blog
"Brigz Crawford is one of the most talented upcoming rapper/singer artists to come out of the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area in awhile. I personally cant wait to hear his latest mix tape S.I.K. (Secrets I've Kept). This mix tape has several bangers like "May 23rd", "This for HipHop", and "Cruise Control. So all you real HIP HOP fans, keep your eye on this up and coming star. He's a change of pace!" Original post found at DMV Hype - DMV Hype Blog
Discography
Still working on that hot first release.
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Bio
This American rap artist born Brian Douglas Hendershot Jr. grew up as a military child moving around the world to include Italy, Germany, Alaska, and finally landed in the DMV where he started his schooling in NW Washington DC. He then moved to Columbia, MD where he graduated from Reservoir High School in Fulton, MD.
His fathers military career allowed him to see the world at a very young age which kept him grounded and out of most trouble. His adaptive personality and mild manor disposition allowed him to love various cultures and their music. This is where he received his love for music.
Brigz Crawford began rapping at age 13, looking to record whenever and where ever he could, mostly at friends houses, until he bought his own equipment. At 16, Brigz linked up with friend Christian James (Propane James) and created the group known as MIXBOI. This group had local success and produced three mixtapes to include: “Zoo On 32”, ‘Fresh Fruit”, and “Next Stop Harvard”. He has since gone solo in early 2012. Still unsigned (Brigz Crawford) dropped Painted Pictures Managed by DEAD LEVEL BOYZ and Produced by Brigz Crawford himself, also guest starring on "Live At The Stadium" produced by AstrolBrothas.
Rap Success
Brigz Crawford began producing, writing, singing, rapping and performing music during his early high school days. He has since worked with several major producers on projects for Neo The Matrix, The Winans, Kevin Jackson at (Night Flight Studios), Bat from Deep Wudz, Alonzo Prior and several local DMV artist to include G The Mastermind from Listen Vision Studios, Marcus Johnson from 8121 Studios and David Knocks from House Studios DC. This is where the likes of “Zoo On 32”, ‘Fresh Fruit”, and “Next Stop Harvard” were born. He most recently worked with G The MasterMind on his "S.I.K." (Secrets I’ve Kept) project. Brigz Crawford has a debut single blazin' the internet called "This For Hip Hop" receiving positive reviews from UnderGround HipHop Blog and DMV Life.
Brigz latest single entitled "Just Wait" was the unanimous winner of 93.9 WKYS FM "Versus" competition. Afterwards Brigz was invited to participate in the Shorty Da Prince cypher to showcase his lyrical and vocal talents live on air.
Currently you can find his latest projects and singles on major digital downloading and streaming sites Tidal, Spotify, ITunes, Apple Music, Google music, Amazon Music and more.
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