Jae P: Coming Up
SF: The Skinny gathers good tidings from Glasgow's rising hip-hop artist, Jae P.<br/>PQ: ""I remember I went to see Kanye West about two years ago at the Carling Academy. To think I was in the crowd at and then part of his only support act...""
| 07 Dec 2007
This year has been a busy one for Jae P: recording and performing to promote himself and his forthcoming Unsigned & Hungry Vol 1 EP, he has solidified his position as a top emcee coming straight out of G-Town (that's Glasgow for those not on the hip side of the fence). As well as writing and producing, Jae P also boasts the independent label Haatsville Records, which will release the download-only EP.
2007 has been a turning point for Jae P, who was previously discouraged and doubtful of his prospects of obtaining respect and making a living solely from producing and writing rhymes. The rapper recently supported multi-platinum acts Akon and Kanye West and also appeared at the G-Unit after-party in Glasgow alongside Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo, where he proved his stage presence and his ability to shine alongside the stars as a top-notch UK act.
"I remember I went to see Kanye West about two years ago first at the Carling Academy. To think I was in the crowd at one point and then to be part of his only support act on his Edinburgh date was an incredible feeling and an amazing experience," beams Jae P. No-one who witnessed the mayhem he caused at the Kanye gig would dispute how determined he is to build a strong brand of quality music. High profile British artists have also been impressed with Jae P's efforts and Grime Godfather Wiley recently booked him for a support slot at his only Scottish date.
Growing up between England, Glasgow, and Ghana, Jae P's influences are diverse, and he prides himself on his multicultural upbringing: "I try to use the multicultural influence I've had in my music... the style, beats, lyrics and all."
Things are falling into place and this may just be the time for G-Town to step into the hip-hop mainstream. Jae P's first single - titled You Don't Even Know My Name - will be released on 3 December through iTunes. It stands out through Jae P's clear storytelling ability. Only time will tell if Jae P can live up to the promise of an outstanding year but it seems his time is coming.
"Things are going really well, I have been approached by a few labels for various deals, and have signed up with a new management company," Jae P says. "I have been producing and writing rhymes for over ten years and this year has made it all worth it!"
2007 has been a turning point for Jae P, who was previously discouraged and doubtful of his prospects of obtaining respect and making a living solely from producing and writing rhymes. The rapper recently supported multi-platinum acts Akon and Kanye West and also appeared at the G-Unit after-party in Glasgow alongside Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo, where he proved his stage presence and his ability to shine alongside the stars as a top-notch UK act.
"I remember I went to see Kanye West about two years ago first at the Carling Academy. To think I was in the crowd at one point and then to be part of his only support act on his Edinburgh date was an incredible feeling and an amazing experience," beams Jae P. No-one who witnessed the mayhem he caused at the Kanye gig would dispute how determined he is to build a strong brand of quality music. High profile British artists have also been impressed with Jae P's efforts and Grime Godfather Wiley recently booked him for a support slot at his only Scottish date.
Growing up between England, Glasgow, and Ghana, Jae P's influences are diverse, and he prides himself on his multicultural upbringing: "I try to use the multicultural influence I've had in my music... the style, beats, lyrics and all."
Things are falling into place and this may just be the time for G-Town to step into the hip-hop mainstream. Jae P's first single - titled You Don't Even Know My Name - will be released on 3 December through iTunes. It stands out through Jae P's clear storytelling ability. Only time will tell if Jae P can live up to the promise of an outstanding year but it seems his time is coming.
"Things are going really well, I have been approached by a few labels for various deals, and have signed up with a new management company," Jae P says. "I have been producing and writing rhymes for over ten years and this year has made it all worth it!"
Also check out our review of Unsigned & Hungry Vol. 1 by Jae P.
http://www.haatsvillerecords.com, http://www.myspace.com/pjae, http://www.bebo.com/jaepbebo