Columbus, Ohio-bred jazz-hop producer, teacher, DJ, emcee, and Polar Entertainment head J. Rawls presents the music video for "Rio", the new single from his new album.
The Legacy, which is out now, features appearances from Masta Ace, Illa J, Oddisee, Wordsworth, Nottz Raw, Blueprint, JG the Juggernaut, P Blackk, Jean P, Driskill, Ms Sara D, Rashad, John Robinson, Ceezar, Lea Anderson and Keisha Soleil. Production comes courtesy of Kev Brown, The Mighty DR, Rob Riley, Lakim and DJ O Sharp.
"Rio", which can be viewed here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XsXeswheCk is directed by Hieroglyphics emcee Casual and is produced by Stalley/Lox/Mase collaborator Rashad.
The Legacy is the final solo album from Rawls, the producer behind tracks for rap luminaries from Mos Def & Talib Kweli to the Beastie Boys, and to commemorate his transition he produces only one track on the album.
"This album represents my path to achieving greatness," says Rawls. "It is my thank you to all the people I have worked with and who have impacted me along the way. I'm excited to share my legacy with those who have supported me throughout the years."
Please visit https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-legacy/id879706192 to download the album now.
J. Rawls releases Casual directed video off his new album
By Rapstation Editor for RAPstation.com — 06/15/2014
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