NATIVE
IMPORTS
Native Imports is no longer performing or making music together.
iLLa
iLLa's MySpace
Bringing a very soulful vibe to the group, iLLa is greatly influenced by soul artists--Bobby Womack, Gil Scott Heron, Eddie Kendricks-- and legendary jazz artists such John Coltrane and Art Blakey. These influences are epitomized not only in iLLa's production, but within the content of his lyrics as well. They capture the struggles of man both within the physical world as well as from within.
Kimistry
Kimistry's MySpace
Kimistry is a gem in an industry where emcees with true talent are few and far between. Her thoughts are penned onto the the page methodically and precisely. Each line is complex as the one before and hits the listener with a barage of raw rhyme schemes. A perfectionist, Kimistry takes her time to make sure that her verses are meaningful with no filler.
SoCo
SoCo's MySpace
The connection between SoCo and his love for Hip Hop begins and ends with his ability to play with words. A plethora of literary devices mixed with witty punchlines cohesively reach a point that makes listeners have to rewind. SoCo's verses range from social commentary to egotistical quips. Though laid back in tone, he takes his writing and the culture seriously.
There is a movement on the rise in the South-- that's what's up!
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Native Imports have performed with many different, talented acts such as: Through You, Suenalo Sound System, Danni Bay, Umoja Orchestra, Shay-J and Ish, Poor Vida, Dope Sandwich Productions, Intellekt & Dirty Digits, Madd Illz, The Supervillains, One and Done, Intellexual Telapathy, Deficit, Voice of the People, S.K.I.P., Astronautilus, Glue, Mobella, Bleubird, MindRise, Alchemy, Blak and Joe Beats.
Events performed at include: Featured act for UFFSA's Def Talent Jam, UF Hip Hop Collective's Soul Cypher, UF Music Law Conference Music Showcase, UFFSA's Fil-Am History Month Closing Ceremony
Venues performed at: Sidebar, Common Grounds, The Venue, Rion Ballroom, The Orange and Brew.
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