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Rashad & Confidence return with “Non Stop”
Below System Records has unearthed another unreleased gem from the duo of Rashad And Confidence. “Non Stop” was recorded in 2011 as part of the sessions for highly regarded The Element Of Surprise LP sessions. On par with the best moments of that album, this unreleased gem is possessed by Confidence’s use of boomin’ drums and piano/horn stabs, fluid cuts from DJ Technic and Rashad’s smooth lyrical delivery. The result goes down as a spiritual sibling of the 90’s era Hip-Hop sound
Listen to “Non Stop via streaming services: https://bsr.ffm.to/nonstop
Vinyl grit, analog warmth, booming low end and an ethereal jazz element.
“Non Stop” as well as another unreleased track “Feel It” and 2019 single “Desires” will be part of the Below System 2xLP vinyl edition of The Element Of Surprise.
Listen to “Feel It”: https://bsr.ffm.to/feelit
Pre-orders for the vinyl is available now via the link below and will start shipping in early May.
Pre-order The Element Of Surprise: https://www.belowsystem.com/products/rashad-confidence-the-element-of-surprise-2xlp
Rashad, a Brooklyn NY emcee who sports a nimble and rapid flow excels at making anthemic choruses interspersed with highly detailed bars. Examples of album topics include a vivid picture of the hood while making a cautionary tale of its pitfalls (“The City”), his personal emcee origin story (“Days Of My Youth”), and the results of low motivation (“Pass Me By”) among others.
Boston based producer Confidence has made a career of sample chopping and analog warm heaters. He also tends to favor the one emcee/one producer line-up of the golden years. This extends to his recent collaborative LP’s on Below System Records including Library Of Sound with M-Dot and Kool Moe Dese with Big Dese.
Some artists make music about their hometown. BigHxlq337 makes music from it…Born and raised in Franklin, Louisiana, BigHxlq337 has built his career on telling real stories about the people, places, and experiences that shaped him. Influenced by legends like Nas, Rakim, Z-Ro, and Webbie, he combines thoughtful lyricism with the soul and grit of Southern hip-hop.
What makes BigHxlq337 different is his dedication beyond music. For the past 14 years, he has worked as a teacher and coach, helping students at Centerville High School while continuing to pursue his artistic goals. That commitment to both education and entertainment reflects the same authenticity found throughout his music.
After years of performing with Undivided Band and sharing stages with artists including Z-Ro, Lil’ Keke, Devin the Dude, and Young Bleed, BigHxlq337 has carved out a lane of his own. His latest single, “Round Here,” captures the pride, culture, and community of South Louisiana, offering listeners an honest glimpse into the world he calls home.
As he prepares for the release of his upcoming mixtape, BigHxlq337 remains focused on creating music with lasting impact. Through every verse and performance, he’s proving that staying true to your roots never goes out of style.
Connect with BigHxlq337
Instagram: bighxlq337_aka_bighulk337
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