Beat Over & Word Up! presents:

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Live On Stage:
RA the Rugged Man
Pawz One (Los Angeles)

Dj’s : The Boom Bap Bastardo’s

RA the Rugged Man

Few artists are ever as controversial as they are influential. New York legend R.A. the Rugged Man has lived up to such a moniker by simultaneously inspiring generations of rappers while being banned from every major record label’s offices and even barred from performing during the late-90s underground explosion. . Frequent collaborator The Notorious B.I.G. was once quoted in reference to R.A. by stating “And I thought I was the illest.”

R.A. pioneered the truly independent indie-rap hustle, pressing his own vinyl singles and racking up one of the most impressive resumes in Rap history. From Wu-Tang and Mobb Deep to Biggie and Kool G. Rap, not to mention productions from Erick Sermon, DJ Quik and The Alchemist,

Pawz One

Rising through the ranks to become one of LA’s most talented and recognized artists is no easy task, and Pawz One has done just that. With witty flows, potent lyrics, and vicious rhyme schemes, Pawz has earned the respect of his peers, as well as hip hop veterans and built a reputation as someone who shines in today’s competitive Hip-Hop environment.
Working with seasoned artists and producers such as Ras Kass, Termanology, Masta Ace, Sadat X, Agallah, DJ Rhettmatic, Madchild and more he’s developed a deeper understanding of crafting songs and a better ear for production.
Using a magnetic stage presence cultivated through hundreds of live performances he’s been able to tour nationally and overseas with Sean Price, EL Da Sensei of the Artifacts & AG of D.I.T.C as well various independent tours. Pawz has performed at such events and festivals as HIP HOP KEMP (Czech republic) SXSW, VANS warped tour, A3C and more.
Featured on hiphopDX, Allhiphop.com, 2 dope boyz, Shade45, VICE magazine as well various radio shows, magazines and Websites throughout the world also taking home the Underground Music Awards West Coast artist of the year title for 2014. Pawz One is quickly becoming an artist to watch for hip hop fans new and old.