The performer and producer of hip hop
known as Ill Justice has released his new LP record, “Industry
Standard.” The LP contains 14 original tracks for an approximate
total listening time of one hour. It has proudly been released on the
independent Antonik Records LLC music label without support from the
corporate music power structure. Hard-hitting, well-written, and
packed with groove and intensity, “Industry Standard” is a
genuine sound and true voice from the heart of urban America.
Ill Justice cites as main artistic
influences such legends as Rakim, Jay-Z, Big Daddy Kane, the
Notorious B.I.G., and Eminem. As such, his own signature sound
combines both old-school chops with new-school tones for an eclectic
and creative album that has plenty of character. Asked to describe
his start in rap music, Ill Justice describes his experience
participating in Pittsburgh neighborhood rap battles, avidly
garnering inspiration from mixtapes and the radio.
“As a child growing up in Pittsburgh,
there was a lot you had to prove,” writes Ill Justice. “They
would say, 'I'm from the show-me state, so don't talk about it, show
me.' Back then you had to know how to battle if you wanted respect.
We would go from borough to borough battling all comers. It was a
good time back then.”
These competitions tempered Ill
Justice's skills and sharpened them to a fine point. He developed a
wide variety of music tastes, something his album showcases very
well.
“['Industry Standard'] is a record
that fans can enjoy from beginning to end,” Ill Justice writes. “I
have a variety of songs on it from inspirational, club, R 'n' B,
battle, and storytelling. Some people say it's a lost art but I think
fans can listen to this album and really begin to understand who I am
as an artist.”
The rapper's official bio notes the
decline of quality hip-hop and rap music in recent years, and
declares his intent to turn the beat around.
“Industry Standard” by Ill Justice
is available online worldwide.
-S. McCauley
Lead Press Release Writer
www.MondoTunes.com
“Industry Standard” by Ill
Justice –
Website -
illjustice.com
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