February 2017 - Cypher

Jamal Science – Bradford Jamal Clark, better known as Jamal Science was born on January 20 1986 in the Northwest side of Chicago. Being the eldest of three boys, he always looked up to his father “Hitman” who was a part of a rap group in the early 90′s. Other emcees that had a great influence on him were Nas & Rakim. By the age of 12, he developed a huge passion for hip-hop. He then went on doing numerous talent shows at Foreman High school. When former classmates are asked what they remember most about Brad, they often reminisce how this kid used to battle everyone all around school. Lunchroom, during class, outside of school, in the halls-you name it the kids done it. He then went into Wilbur Wright College and participated in several open mics, and was featured in the local news paper twice. Sage, The 64th Wonder – Receo Thomas Gibson, also known as Säge, The 64th Wonder is an MC and Producer born in Harvey, IL and raised in Country Club Hills. Throughout his early years Säge would spend his days after school watching excessive amounts of Anime and playing video games (Something all 90’s kids can relate to.) With that becoming a daily routine for Säge he would eventually develop the ability to conceptualize his own side stories inspired by anime such as Dragon Ball, Ronin Warriors, and Mobile Suit: Gundam!, etc. Oz Syed – Osmahn Syed, better known by his stage name “Oz”, is a freshman at ISU, who has been building his buzz as a rapper since high school. Oz hails from Carol Stream, IL, where he attended Glenbard North High School. Oz began releasing music his senior year of high school, and he started garnering attention from peers and his buzz grew. Oz is motivated by doubters, who underestimate him because of his skin color, his goal: Start a movement, and eliminate stereo types in rap music, while creating a lane for kids with the same ambition who face the same stigma. By signing with Life In Motion Entertainment (L.I.M.E) Oz is ready to take his career to the next level, and let the music speak for itself. Welcome to the world of “OZ” enjoy the journey!