Poetic Republic / Keyel / Smokescreen - Music by K-Nice August 15, 2009

At first glance, their logo is as recognizable as their sound, each possessing a simple and aesthetic beauty that requires one to take pause, pure art both in their own right. Recently hip-hop has been seen as an art that commodifies the worst of stereotypes, which in many instances, has overshadowed its roots. Poetic Republic emerges as a fresh take on true-school hip-hop sentiments by incorporating live instrumentation, layers of sound and a steady lyrical pulsation. Originally formed in 2003, with emcee's Rembrandt and Ahp Qwes performed as a duo with guest DJs. Upon the realization that the sound they were looking for could only be achieved by permanently collaborating with artist from various genres Poetic Republic reached a new depth of sound in 2004. PR released their first official studio album "Indigenous Philosophy Of The Gentiles" in May 2007. The album was received with an enthusiastic welcome from a rapidly growing fan base. Edgy and sensational performances have garnered a heightened anticipation for the artists recently released album, "The Natural Progression Of Things". Poetic Republic exhibits unpredictable flows and rhyme schemes that have shaken the foundation of the lyrical arena. Pulsating acoustics, lyrical precision, and raw vocal delivery declare to the world; they will not be ignored. Classification? Never. PR pushes the bounds of true school hip-hop through a quality of sound that pulls at the core of all audiences. Through concepts that incapsulate the meaning of life and a variety of subject matter that touches upon pure genius, homage is paid to the early roots of hip hop. Fans are impressed with the authentic and innovative way that PR has diverged from the monotonous "bling" marring the hip-hop world. A group of skilled emcees and muscians, PR attacks real world issues with an approach that has left an imprint in the minds of eager listeners. Once the melodious vibrations are processed by the tympanic membrane the impressive sound will leave you with more than just a beat. PR stretches across the average compilation of lyrics to deliver intricately woven masterpieces that cradle the soul of lyrical expression. Expectations of hip-hop are changed leaving fans open and attuned to the world around them. Their sound allows you to freely question and ponder what generates outside the sphere of mainstream redundancy. Poetic Republic is the answer to monotonous hip-hop.

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