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(c) 1999 Bert Barrett for 2-BZ Media 02-16-04
JUST DROPPIN' A FEW
LINES FOR MY MELLOW TOOBIZZ . BRO,BEEN ROCKIN'" AUTOMATIC FLOW" ,
"SPLASH" & CURRENTLY..."REAL AS YOU WANT HIM" SINCE I
RECEIVED YOUR PRODUCT AT RAPFEST 2001 . 01-11-08
Wuz up TooBIZ, 01-8-28
Whats up tOObiz I heard your Tragic Phenonema and that was some real stuff especially descending caskets. My name is Mazaneeko and I am in to music and poetry, I just moved from Flint, MI to Atlanta and I want to holla at some positive brothers and vibe, see whats going on. If you get the chance you can hit me up on my email. Brother keep striving and making it happen stay up, Shalom. 98-12-18
"This whole page is off the hook. I love it. I 'm so happy I found this we need more positive pages like this. I would love to support this page and write some poetry and articles. Please contact me and let me know how I can join this team. The music is hot. Peace & Blessings, Kween Ty." 98-12-09
"I wanna find out where in Los Angeles I can pick up some Christian rap because the rap scene is just too outa control!" 98-11-30
"I
want society to be a positive environment for all of us, no matter what
the age or race, and tOObizzy seems to think the same. He's a very positive
person and has a good outlook on life (from what I know). He takes
time out for his fans and isn't egotistical at all. I really do think
that he'll make a change, and make it somewhere!!! We need more rappers
like him."
98-11-30
"I am a hip-hop DJ at KGBA Missoula 89.9 FM. Recently we did an interview with the tOObizzy mc and the town of Missoula now has the word out that he's for real and are asking for a concert. During our radio show we received constant feedback on the interview and it was all good. Keep it up tOObizzy." "I love the site, I love the music, and I love the message you all are sending out. I got to make a request, come on out to Missoula, MT for a concert, it'd be huge, this town needs a taste of some Hip-Hop besides Bad Boy, Death Row, and No Limit. I'm not saying there's anything wrong with that, but Missoula needs an eye-opener and you guys have that flava. Peace out." 98-11-29
"Just heard your interview with Superman on KGBA-Missoula, MT. I wanted to drop you a line to let you know that it is so refreshing to encounter such an inspired and intelligent celebrity personality. I commend you on your drive and ambition and obvious positivity! Heads up to you bro! Keep up the good word...and for the record...you truely are the role model that parents wish their children would aspire to. Take care!" 98-11-24
"2BZ
I've been facing a lot of demons, during my struggle to overcome cocaine
addiction. I just recently relapsed when I lost my baby two months
ago. Since then I have given my life to God. My hardest battle
is finding good Christian rap. My point is I live in a very small
town in Lovington, New Mexico, and I cannot get a hold of one of these
tapes. So if you could mail me a copy of some fat tracks I would
be very greatful. Thank you."
98-11-13
"I'm totally for this and would like to know how it works. I'm believing that we'll bring this type of thing down here to spread the gospel around." 98-11-12
"As
a positive emcee I'm feeling what y'all are doing here. I'm trying
to be down too but whenever I spit something people will say 'ugh, that
was sick' but on the real they really 'aint felt me at all. I think
everything is subject to influence, so obviously they (rappers with negative
mentality) can't see what I see so they aren't influenced in the positive
manner. Ignorance and unwillingness to recognize positive authenticity
is the main problem. Everyone is still stuck on that 'kill a hoe/peel
a cap/stack some gees & have some sex' type of image, that's where
it all starts."
98-11-12
"Well, my reason for interest is cause I'm in one of the 4 elements of the Hip-Hop circuit (b-boyin') and I have mad love for your site and want to be updated on any other hiphop events or anything like that for that matter...so you keep on keepin' on what you're doing and good luck to you. I'm out. Peace out." 98-10-30
"I
must say I am happy to see other people who are interested in the upliftment
of Positive Hip Hop. Hip Hop has so much power in it's hand right
now and it is not being used properly. I am a regular at a site called
www.hiphop.com, and just being on this
site gives me a lot of hiphop pride because there are so many rappers from
all over the world that visit this site. The problem is that there
is so much filth on this site. I am like you in that I really wish
that the positive rap could be moved back into the forefront of
hiphop.
If the youth are the future and hip hop has a strong influence on the youth,
it means hip hop has a strong influence on the future! I hear so many rappers
talk about how bad the world is but if they only knew what they have in
their hands. Right now, they have great power to do something about
that! The future does not look good if these negative influences
continue over the youth at least without a positive balance."
98-10-29
"I
am very interested in lyrics that help black folks to change."
98-10-29
"I
am very interested in the success and revitalization of the inner cities.
Furthermore, I love the positive messages you are promoting. I would
enjoy to learn more about what you are doing. I wish you the best
of success."
98-10-28
"I
was first of all interested in poetry & Hip-Hop. I would like
to write and learn how to do it better. I am a Christian and I believe
in your ethos. Your site looks good and has a positive vibe that
is refreshing...would like to keep in touch to spread the positivity about..."
98-10-25
"Yo
man, I came upon this site and I feel the same way. U gotta do what u feel.
Flug the critics, it's about what u feel inside and project to yourself
with music. That's what the essence of music and hip-hop is all about.
Self expression is first. I produce beats n' stuff. People feel my
stuff but I'm more concerned about what I feel within myself. Keep
doin' y'all stuff and keep me updated with any underground stuff from around
your way. I'd like to listen to some of y'all tapes and stuff. Peace."
98-09-30
"Dear
Sirs, I have just started a Hip-Hop
program on a radio station here in Norway. My reason for writing
is that we need your help to get really started. If you could send
some promotion records/mistapes/demotapes in the Hip-Hop genre we will
of course send you our playlist once a month. We have 200.000 registered
listeners. Peace."
98-09-30
"I think the group is really positive and would like to be a part of it. I have some poetry I would like to submit. Please respond and tell me if I can be a part of this." 98-09-28
"I'm with a group called Nu Klay, and would be interested in maybe doing a concert with someone from your label. I'm on Holy Nation records." 98-09-20
"Already have 3 albums out in Asia (done half in English) which have sold over 500,000 albums. Next album is to be done in the States and Asia. Hip-Hop and R&B is the type of music (one of the first commercial all-Asian groups). Would like to hear some of your tracks if possible..." 98-09-09
"I'm
doing a report on the emergence of the Hip-Hop culture. Your site
and others like it are very helpful to me and others interested in the
subject, and those who don't know anything about it become educated in
some of the aspects of urban America. I like to see positive people
doing positive things. May God bless you in your pursuits.
Keep it real, and keep up the good work."
98-09-07
"I met one of your reps at the Shrine of the Black Madonna where there was a Hip Hop/poetry gathering for positive unity (Million Youth March) in the community...If you are working with developing artists for this positive intent of conscious elevation I am ready and willing to contribute to the integration of minds for this new time. I'm from Westchester, NY but attend Clark Atlanta University and am interested in getting into this music cause I know I possess creative originality and along with my continuous personal spiritual goals I feel I can help as a whole. Thanks for listening and if you can tell me how I can contribute please do so. Peace eternal." 98-08-05
"I
am an anti-violence rap artist who goes to schools throughout Texas spreading
a message of staying out of gangs and using their talents to not only better
their lives but also the lives of others. I also own a street clothing
& record store called the Westside Joint. I am very interested
in carrying music by positive rap artists & also other merchandise
you may have. We have just opened our newest location and we have
3 locations total. Please send me information on selling your products
through our stores."
98-07-27
"I write poetry and a lot of the poetry I write has to do with the black community. I was very impressed and touched by the poetry I read." 98-06-23
"I have visited the 2BZ site. I think that tOObizzy mc is a great influence on the Hip-Hop community. We can do an interview either by phone or by email…or if tOObiz will be in NYC anytime soon, we could do the interview in person. I would like to get his CD first, so that I could listen to his music some more. But I know if that if it’s anything like past productions, it will be great!" 98-06-08
"My name is Michael Chapman, last year I was arrested for selling and buying drugs at school. After that, I realized my life needed a change…now I am saved and preachin’ to the brothas in the ghetto…but I don’t preach with just words, I preach in Gospel Rap form. I saw your page at Hip Hop Zone and it said you were looking for gospel rap artists. Well, I am one…and I have a God given talent to write Gospel Rap. PEACE!" 98-06-06
"I’m a Christian and am interested in finding good rap, r&b, and hip-hop music. Most of the Christian Stores in my area don’t have the kind of music I like. I figured I could find something good on the Internet and I found you. Thanx." 98-06-04
"My name is Gerald Mwega. Don’t ask how I got to know you because I liked you the first time I saw you…on the Hip Hop Zone. I got the address from my best friend and collegue, Simeon Kibarabara. So what’s happening? I am a great fan of morals and campaigning against music with obscene language…too bad for the kids. I watched a Coolio show in Kenya the other day. Gosh…the language too bad…left immediately because I was embarrassed…that’s why I did not attend the Lost Boyz concert in Nairobi." 98-05-28
"Hi! I am a fan of Christian Rap Music because it’s a big blessing to my life. I come from Kenya (East Africa). Here in Kenya we don’t seem to have a lot of Rap Christian Music in our Shops since most Christians don’t enjoy that type of music, but we have a few young people over here who love it, I bein’ one of them. I have a few friends of mine over here we are all in our twenties. I will go and encourage them to join the 2BZ Family, we all like Christian Rap Music that has a unique message, not just any. We are all from one Tribe called KIKUYU and from a village called GACHIE in the Kiambu District. How can I get your music please advise me on that. I came across your name on the internet in a Christian music page. PEACE!" 98-05-07
"We
apologize it took so long to respond to your email.
The
Temple of Hip Hop is in mad construction at this time, and it takes
a while to respond to so many emails.
Peace
Out!
98-04-21
"I’m interested in the music industry and broadcasting field. I am currently a full time college student majoring in Mass Communications. I feel its about time that the rap and hip-hop communities get some positive publicity." 98-04-07
"I am a former high school principal who has produced a CD entitled "The Rappin’ Principal." The CD is positive and focuses on issues that face adolescents today, including drugs, alcohol, violence, and teenage pregnancy. Our group "A New Beginning" performs live for schools and other youth-oriented organizations. We are trying to get our message out to the world, and maybe we can have a positive effect on some children and adolescents." 98-03-30
"I write similar stuff, and LOVE urban poems." 98-02-22
"In one of my high school classes, we have many debates about the impact of rap on the black community. I have always maintained that while some rappers dwell in negativity (as do other musicians), there is a whole movement of positive rap which is forgotten. Please keep me updated with your list of positive rap/media, and I will be sure to pass it on to my classmates. Keep up the good work!" 98-02-15
"I
Dee-Jay and as a young woman I find it hard to find "good" music to play.
It’s hard to stay true to Hip-Hop and your religion, at the same time.
Keep doing what cha doing.
98-02-03
"I
am a minister in Southeastern Missouri town at First Christian Church in
Puxico, MO.
97-12-15
"This
is the first time I’ve visited this site so I can’t say much but good job
it’s good to see people expressing themselves in positive ways to promote
understanding. Is anyone welcome to post poetry? That would
be nice."
97-12-09
"I
work with inner city youth and have always thought it would be a great
idea to have contests for positive poetry, lyrics, music, raps, etc.
I just want to hear more. I would like all the ideas and support
I can get to help the kids I work with. Most of them have been in
trouble with the law already. They are all in a level 5 program for
emotionally and behaviorally disturbed kids. I see a lot of wasted
potential. I am a strong supporter of positive media. Thanks
for your efforts.
97-06-14
"As
someone involved in the music industry, it’s nice to see a group of people
who genuinely care and are trying to do something positive."
97-03-13
"Spoke
to you yesterday after you heard Mr. Marshall on the Les Brown show
(WBLS,
NY). I checked out the track samples with the Real Audio Program.
Cool…check out the Omega Boys Club web site for more information on the
violence prevention programs that are offered here:
#
Let us know what you think. Thank you for your interest."
97-11-18
"When
conversatin’ with my patna’s we often say that the movement to revolutionize
the minds of the youth is happening all over the world. First this
was a guess but more and more I see that this is true fact every day.
I’m writing to let y’all know you not alone. PREPAIR in Oakland,
CA is a fountain of youth…some God fearing men that is a big part of the
movement that has already started. We started a record company strictly
for the movement called "Look Alive Entertainment." If y’all throw
an event and need acts let us know, or just if you want to chop it up you
have my information, HIT ME UP."
97-05-09
"I am a local hip hop showcase promoter/coordinator seeking participants for upcoming showcase dates. Hit me up to get more information. Seeking urban inner city hip-hop spoken word poets as well other types of talent. Give me a call and we can rap a taste…thank you." 97-02-03
".tOObizzy
emailed me today and left me a message about his web site, so I decided
to check it out. I am a Christian who loves all types of music.
However, I refuse to listen to some R&B and rap because the lyrics
are unholy. It’s a shame to waste a phat track on lousy lyrics right?
So when I got your message about Christian rap and all that good stuff,
I got excited. I checked out a couple of things here and there on
your website. I especially like the lyrics to the songs on your album.
I am appreciative of your work and I hope to be hearing a lot more about
your business in the future. I believe that as Christians we have
a responsibility to the Lord, to spread the Gospel which is the word of
life…but before you can teach the Word through song, as you’re doing, you
must first REACH the masses. How can we reach the masses of young
people who only like to listen to R&B, rap and Hip Hop and won’t touch
gospel music b/c it’s too traditional sounding and boring. I love
the Lord and I love "bobbin’ my head" to a funky beat and at the same time
singing lyrics that reflect my lifestyle and give honor to my God.
So YES! I do believe in positive media and I say mo’ power to
ya, my brotha,
and may God bless you in your efforts!"
97-01-11
"I admire what you’re doing-your sense of purpose. I’m involved in something slightly similar-grassroots/positive. See: # |
