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DJMaxpain
There are too many "Kings" in Hip-Hop. While just about every other artist in the rap game has tried to claim the title, most of them don't seem to realize that there is someone who will rightfully inherit the throne. It is not something you claim, it is something that is given to you. And when the time comes, the prince will already be entitled to it. I AM WHO I AM the first album from djmaxpain-New England's Toughest DJ, pulls him one step closer to his reign. With production from The Best Rapper IN boston LT , 21rstMusic ,some of the best producers in the Eastcoast area and more, it's his most complete album to date. "I feel that this album is the most anticipated album for the year of 2007 simply because of its originality.The I AM WHO I AM Mixtape shaped this mold of me as an Respectable DJ around The Eastcoast area.which was all my intension on this album I want to be respected through the presents of my music." djmaxpain earned that persona respect early on when he started dj (ing)back in high school. He quickly earned a reputation in and around the streets of Boston as the one to watch for.With the management team of LT AND 21RSTMUSIC, who circulated his mixtapes throughout the industry in the boston area he immediately was at the top of the mixtape game.The i am who i am Mixtape was DJMaxpain official introduction to the game.DJMAXPAIN delivers heartfelt story THROUGH his music " I relate to the listeners by sharing experiences with people who come from the same places where I'm from. I'm talking about things in my personal life, from my own perspective. I want to bring you in, and let you see my world looking through my eyes. Party N Bullshit, allows fans to really walk in my shoes. Ironically, the song deals with partying,club hopping and just having a goodtimeDJMAXPAIN'S serious content is matched with his specialty, at its best. "I'm having too much fun meeting girls, but I'm still trying to find the right one," says the young dj. And he's sticking to that. ''Thinking About You'' is sure to melt the hearts of females as DJMaxpain proclaims to be looking for that special someone. In addition to the song that will be next year's Valentine's Day anthem, there are more guaranteed hits directed at DJMAXPAIN'S high-heel wearing fans. In usual DJMAXPAIN tradition, he pairs up with LT for "getting money and flosses.beats. I came up under Big Daddy Kane, LL, Kool G. Rap, Rakim," he says. His appreciation for the culture and pioneers is vivid throughout the album, this mixtape cleverly reinvents lyrics from 2Pac, Jay-Z, and Snoop Dogg.DJMaxpain is more than just an artist. His entrepreneurial spirit is what has pushed his career thus far (he has had major endorsement deals with companies). And judging from the sound of The Youngest N Charge, djmaxpain continuing on his road to success-while quietly sliding into Hip-Hop's top spot. He sports a cocky confidence ("God was in a good mood on the day he made me") throughout the album, reminiscent of another one of boston's finest. And so while other artists spend their time fighting to sit on the throne, djmaxpain sits back in his chair, satisfied knowing that his inaugural day will come soon enough.
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