Photos by Ma'atology
One of the co-hosts for the hip-hop showcase was comedian Willie C
who warmed up the crowd with his St Louis based humor.
The other co-host was model/event host Aaliyah Rampage who engaged the crowd
with a call and response mantra "Coming Up--Next Up."
First up was rapperSurge Jordan who performed his single, "H20"
His energetic performance got the crowd on 10.
Next up was singer Amber Woods who performed her single, "Broke."
Her dance added performance kept the crowd enteratained.
Next was Centerville, Ill based rapper Smoove Life who performed
his single, "Wazzup."
He brought his style of rap to the crowd--east side style.
Next up was singer Laurie B who performed a cover of Beyonce's "Dangerously In Love."
Although her vocals were a bit imitative of Beyonce's her performance was attentive.
One of the highlights was rapper Sergio Husband who performed two songs--
"The Cycle" and "Nine."
His introspective performance was thought provoking fueled by his biographical lyrics
of growing up in his neighborhood.
Rampage interviewed Husband briefly regarding his performance.
Next up was singer Destini.
She brought a Ciara styled performance to the stage.
Willie C changed up his gear for the second half of the show.
Another highlight was rapper Carleone who performed two singles, "See Me Baby"
and "Bed Wet."
He was explosive on stage with his dance frenzied performance.
Carlione fans enjoying his set.
Other artists on the bill joined Carlione on stage after his set.
Next up was rapper BU who performed "Kaya"
He was on point with his laid back performance.
Next up was rapper Rip James who performed "OMW" and "The Sky's With Me."
His performance was engaging as the crowd looked on.
Another highlight was singer Jones Boy who performed a rock edged song, "All Day,"
"Whatever it Takes" and "Blessings."
His set included a rock guitarist that added a different tone to his set.
Jones Boy up close.
The crowd was getting into his mini-concert.
Next was rapper Kurral who performed "Odie" and "Right Then"
He also was engaging as the crowd looked on.
Next up was rapper Lou Kang who performed "Odie" and "Right Then"
Kang and his crew was definitely turning up on stage.
During their set they thanked all the talent who came on stage before them.
Willie C who changed back in his first outfit and Rampage who came out in a see through
black dress with black unitard.
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The last act was Chukk Fresh who performed a couple of songs including,"OMW"
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The group was on their A game.
Rap jabbing.
They also thanked everyone for their support.
One of the promoters of the hip hop showcase was Thomas "Cash"Cohnes who thanked everyone for coming out to the first show of the Next Up Series. He also thanked Wrist Factor who helped financially with the event.
Atty Daniel Brown of Wrist Factor thanked the crowd for coming and said that it was
great to have seen all the acts stay to see the other performers perform because "most
of the time when someone performs then they leave,"
NOTE: Overall this was a good showcase for up and coming or "next" hip-hop and R&B acts.The turnout was quite impressive as well especially for a Sunday event that wasnt highlighted by a national act. At the end of the show guests were given a So St Louis goodie bag which included Red Hot Chips, a Vess soda and a mix-CD of most of the artists who performed that nite which was an added touch.
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