DEF-EDucation André Benito Mountain

During this episode, we sat down with Rahim "Beneficence" Muhammad to discuss his roots in Hip Hop and his new book, Concrete Soul. Beneficence has collaborated with the likes of Inspectah Deck, Chubb Rock, Dres from Black Sheep, and Keith Murray. He is co-founder of Ill Adrenaline Records and is a graduate of Cheney University. His albums include "Basement Chemistry", "Stellar Mind", and "Concrete Soul". Beneficence, Brick City's veteran lyricist and Artifacts affiliate, has been one of the most active independent artists in the game since 1994. He released two highly sought after vinyl singles ("Hostile Life Style" and "Thin Line") in the 90's and dropped three underrated albums with the help from El Da Sensei, DJ Kaos (Artifacts), Mr. Len (Company Flow), Kice of Course and others.

Beneficence's 4th full length boasts star-studded guest appearances from Diamond D (production on five tracks plus two vocal features), Roc Marciano, Prince Po (of Organized Konfusion), Lord Tariq, Rob-O (Pete Rock / INI), The Legion, DJ LKB, Kazi (Stones Throw / Madlib), El Da Sensei, Truth Enola, Presto, 12 Finger Dan, Frank Nitt (of Frank-N-Dank) and Wise Intelligent.

During this episode, we have a conversation with the artist, author, and Atlanta-based activist Amen Kush. He discusses his influences, his Savannah upbringing, and his book "Flicted". To learn more or purchase his book, visit https://www.ajkush.com/.

Karen Gordon stops by the studios of DEF-EDucation to share a story about how we met and developed Taking Notes - Jazz and the American Story, an interactive live presentation that traces the story of American history through Jazz music. For more information about the Taking Notes presentation. This episode includes the full audio of the Taking Notes Jazz documentary currently available on Youtube.

During this episode, we have a conversation with the legendary Masta Ace of the Juice Crew. 

Join me as I have a conversation with Rasheem Nurse, founder of Art Dojo International. Art Dojo International is an indie designer label that promotes the power of self-expression through the art of getting dressed. 

This is part 2 of our conversation at Soul Village in Atlanta's Little 5 Points about topics relating to creativity, social justice, and the plight of our schools.