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Jackson Turner Tribute

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 12:23:35 GMT

To my brother

You are my brother. We met thousands of miles from where we were each born and became family not because of blood or proximity or mutual experiences but through a genuine love of Hip Hop, music and a shared perspective on the world, how it could be and how we could improve it. We were introduced by an absolute legend, MC Webber, because the sage he is could recognise the similarities in our energy before we had even been in a room together, and from there we became family. We’ve rocked stages together all over the world, produced music, videos, albums and thanks to all you did, I succeeded in one of my greatest achievements in helping to found EOW China with Raddam, C-Jam, General Huge Florian and the family. You helped me in so many ways, inspired me to do and be better. Your life story is an inspiration that I will tell as a lesson. You travelled the world, often alone, to places people sometimes run from, in search of freedom, redemption, an end to your suffering and to learn from life and people. You did things others can only dream of, overcame odds and you gave, really gave to people, sometimes when they didn’t deserve it, but you did it anyway. Because that’s the kind of brother you are. You loved life and you loved people, and you worked hard to see the best in and bring the best out of both. A phenomenal emcee, a native New Yorker who could spit in Chinese and speak it like a native. A unique sense of humour, sayer of some of the worst puns that have ever been said. A seeker of truth with an ear for the real that listened to the spirit when it spoke. I’m so happy and grateful that you managed to make peace with some of your demons before you transitioned, and perhaps that’s the reason why you were ready to pass on to the next stage. You are family to me and Whitney always will be. I am grateful to have been able to call you my brother and value all the times we spent rhyming, tearing stages, chilling, travelling, building, laughing and learning. On to the next adventure my G. See you on the other side.

Learn more about Jackson Turner:
https://www.4biddenknowledge.tv/jackson-turner

Our EOZoom Tribute to Jackson:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xQzTUjtlbI

Apex Zero features in 'Back2Tape' Documentary

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

German Hip Hop magazine Backspin features Apex Zero and I Am Hip Hop Magazine alongside the legendary Rodney P in their Porsche sponsored documentary on Hip Hop in Europe

Watch the full documentary here: https://youtu.be/tBHx83vOx1U

Natty presents 'Release the Fear: The Sacred Journey' - Premiere Film Screening

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:21:30 GMT

Our brand new documentary set for it's premiere screening at The Jago, Dalston

On 21st July 2019, we will be premiering our documentary 'Release the Fear: The Sacred Journey' at The Jago, Dalston. Following the release of Natty's album 'Release the Fear' , he selected a diverse group from the UK to journey deep into the remote Venezuelan Amazon rainforest, taking them on a life transforming journey to release their fears deep in nature and experience the healing of the powerful jungle medicine Yopo , ceremonies led by the legendary Shaman Rufino , whilst staying with the indigenous Piaroa community.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with Natty , filmmaker Apex Zero , poet Shareefa Energy and community organiser DJ Snuff , then a jam session led by Venezuelan percussionist Williams Cumberbatch and Natty .

For more info click here: http://www.apexzero.co.uk/release-the-fear-the-sacred-journey

Bobi Wine Interview

Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Amy True Interviews Bobi Wine for GlobalFaction and I Am Hip Hop Magazine

While on tour in Uganda with Logic, DJ Snuff and Apex Zero, Amy True linked up with Ugandan Superstar and political activist Bobi Wine, and sat down for a filmed reasoning session about Ugandan politics and making change in the world. See the full interview here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZ5a7HtXkq8

Apex Zero supports Audio Push @Hangar on Feb 26th

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 01:26:27 GMT

Apex Zero and DJ Steaz support California's Audio Push on Feb 26th @Hangar, London Fields

The show was wild - great pics from Nadia Otshudi

Apex Zero tours Uganda with Logic, Amy True & Giuliano and DJ Snuff

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 01 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The London Hip Hop/Soul/Jungle Heavyweights spread vibes around Uganda and reconnect with the Motherland

London's People's Army representatives travel to Uganda to perform in shows around Kampala including Break-Fast Jam and Afri-Cans Street Art Festival organised by Breakdance Project Uganda and at the Source of the Nile in Jinja.

Apex Zero supports KOTA the Friend in London

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero performs at London's legendary 100 Club alongside Haseeb and KOTA the Friend

On October 21st Apex Zero represented for the London Hip Hop scene at New York's KOTA the Friend's UK leg of his first European tour with Haseeb from California

Apex Zero hosts Bahamadia, DJ Eclipse and Amy True show at cHip sHop Brixton

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 12 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero hosts the final leg of the the legendary Bahamadia and DJ Eclipse with support from soulful lyricist Amy True at cHip sHop Brixton

End of the Weak China is born!

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 14 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero and DJ Steaz help Section 6 to launch End of the Weak China with the first ever EOW China MC Challenge - won by 141

End of the Weak have teamed up with Beijing's Section 6 to launch EOW China, and the first ever EOW China MC Challenge was WILD! 22 emcees from all over China travelled to Beijing to compete for the change to be crowned the first ever EOW China MC Challenge Champion. After cutting the competition to 8 emcees and an INSANE level in the challenge, Beijing 141 took the title and will now compete in the 2018 EOW World Final

Apex Zero China Tour 2018

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero returns to tour China with DJ Steaz

Apex Zero is returning to China with underground London legend DJ Steaz for shows in Beijing (Section 6/DB Bros), Shanghai (Riddim N Vibe), Guangzhou (Unchained) and Kunming (Vervo Up). Apex will be launching End of the Weak China with the first ever EOW China MC Challenge.

'Rumours of War' One Riddim album feat. Apex Zero hits #25 on iTunes Reggae Charts UK

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The 2nd ever One Riddim album released from China makes a big impact

From DB Bros Records:

DB Bros records strikes again with the second One Riddim album coming from mainland China. “Rumors Of War Riddim” features amazing artists such as Chuck Fenda , Naptali , Aima Moses , Mikey Wild , Isiah Mentor, Nkrumah, Jackson Turner, Apex Zero, Shwaniyah, Iwan, CGer, Zulu Bob and General Huge . Hope you are ready for that massive ridddim album. Original tunes only, produced and distributed by DB Bros Records !

Get the album from iTunes here:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/id1335880069?app=itunes&ign-itsct=ALBUM-ALBUM&ign-itscg=01...

Apex Zero supporting Big Noyd at cHip sHop

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 17 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Big Noyd of Mobb Deep is touring to help celebrate the life of the legendary Prodigy. Apex Zero will host the event at cHip sHop Brixton on September 23rd. Tickets available from resident advisor

Apex Zero China Tour 2017

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Mon, 21 Aug 2017 18:13:05 GMT

Apex Zero successfully completes his second tour of China

Apex Zero completes his second tour of China alongside legendary Chinese pioneer MC Webber aka Raddam Ras, DB Bros Records CEO General Huge, Chinese heavyweights Dungeon Beijing, The Syndicate and Unchained

New Poetry from Le Hornet

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

New collection of poetry by Le Hornet inspired by food and health - 'Eat This'

Le Hornet has released 'Eat This' - a new collection of poems inspired by food and health. Head to Le Hornet's page to download the PDF http://www.designchaos.co.uk/le-hornet

Shows - June/July 2017

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:59:50 GMT

Apex Zero performing at Cypher Lounge, Brixton (17/06/17) EOW London, Brixton (29/06/17) and Distant Relatives, Beijing (08/07/17)

Apex Zero will be launching his new EP 'All and Nothing' alongside Jackson Turner (New York) at End of the Weak London's Heat 3 of the 2017 Emcee Challenge - 29th June 2017

Apex Zero performs at Cypher Lounge as part of a dope line up for the allayer - 17th June 2017

As part of hiss up-coming China tour, Apex Zero performs alongside some of the best Hip Hop and Reggae artists from and based in Beijing, at Distant Relatives III - Beijing, 8th July 2017

ReZONEning Part 1 - Politricking

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:33:06 GMT

Apex Zero builds with legendary Junglist Congo Natty, DJ Steaz, Amy True, Potent Whisper and Rishma & Merz from I Am Hip-Hop Magazine for GlobalFaction discussion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbIyK-ZmOl4

Global Faction and I Am Hip Hop Magazine present ReZONEing – an in-depth discussion on the socio-political situation facing our communities. The calling of the snap general election has intensified much of the debate, concerns, problems and divisions that the current political climate has imposed upon our people and the society, with – as expected – most of the conversation being centred on which political party people should support. Within poorer and more ethnically diverse communities and amongst those who are more active in grassroots organisation, the debate has been less about who to vote for and more about whether or not people should reassess their present (often rightfully sceptical) conceptions of the Labour Party and support the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn, who in many ways appears to be the most humane and relatable candidate to actually stand a chance of becoming prime minister in living memory.

This scenario has seen many respected and well known members of the Hip Hop and Grime community come out in support of Corbyn, getting behind his campaign and urging people, especially young people, to engage or reengage with the process of party politics and to register then vote on June 8th. The decision to do so has been framed as an urgent call to action at a critical moment with important areas such as the NHS, people’s basic income, school funding, university fees and the movement of people (often those escaping warzones) being seen as at stake if the Conservative party were to retake control of the government.

As a result of the reduced time-scale brought about by the snap general election, people are being forced to accelerate their weighing up of Corbyn’s credentials and of the effectiveness of backing a Labour Party that has at best betrayed its original position as representative of the poorer and working class members of this society and at worst has only ever been the second half of an artificial democracy and political system designed to create the illusion of freedom and participation in the political system. Unfortunately, due to the apparent urgency, this area of discussion has been lost among the mass media driven, repetitive conversation of left or right, red or blue, Labour or Conservative, Corbyn or May. In response to Corbyn being attacked by this same mass media, much of the conversation by those who would normally be the voice of the more focused discussion have instead had to spend their airtime defending him as a person or as a politician. As a consequence, the dialogue has shifted to be far more inline with the mass media (mis)conception of political debate.

With this set of circumstances as the basis, Global Faction and I Am Hip-Hop magazine have attempted to realign this discussion, placing the conversation in the zone of questioning the very nature of the political system that party politics represents. After reaching out to a large number of the Hip Hop, Reggae, Jungle, Grime and activist communities of London, a group of individuals who view the political system from this perspective were brought together to discuss the current climate, whether or not they were voting or why, how politics does not start and end with political parties, what our communities should or can expect from this current situation, where our energies should be focused in terms of our communities and politics and the role that music(ians) and art(ists) can, could or should play in defining and acting as a result of such points of view.

Held in Imperial Flavors Caribbean restaurant in Hackney, Congo Natty, DJ Steaz, Amy True, Potent Whisper, Apex Zero, Rishma and Merz reason on all the issues mentioned above and more in part one of “ReZONEning”, an attempt to realign the current political conversation.

Watch the video and join in the discussion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbIyK-ZmOl4

Apex Zero interview on UK Fullstop show

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Wed, 26 Apr 2017 22:25:46 GMT

Apex Zero is interviewed by the UK Fullstop team on Westside Radio and performs '21st Century Enslavement' Live

Apex Zero talks in-depth about his personal history, his definition of Neo-Hardcore Hip Hop, the reality of UK politics and more, as well as performing new track '21st Century Enslavement' live. Listen to the whole show here:
https://www.mixcloud.com/UKFULLSTOP/uk-fullstop-episode-112-thurs-10pm-midnight-feat-apexzero00/

Apex Zero supports Jedi Mind Tricks in EOW UK Cypher & Interviews Vinnie Paz

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Mon, 24 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero joins some of the best underground UK emcees on stage to warm up for Jedi Mind Tricks & interviews Vinnie Paz for I Am Hip Hop Magazine and Global Faction

Apex Zero was blessed with a spot in the End of the Weak UK Cypher Supporting Jedi Mind Tricks / 7L & Esoteric in London on 11th April 2017. Follow the link to read the review he wrote for I Am Hip Hop Magazine. His interview with Vinnie Paz is coming soon

http://www.iamhiphopmagazine.com/review-jedi-mind-tricks-jmthiphop-live-islington-academy/

Apex Zero, OMeza Omniscient and Le Hornet Perform at Chop Shop at the Chip Shop

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 22 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Design Chaos artists perform at live MPC focused event Chop Shop to kick off it's new monthly slot

NEW VIDEO - Apex Zero '21st Century Enslavement'

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 16 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero's new video for 21st Century Enslavement OUT NOW

Viewers in China can watch the video on QQ video here: https://v.qq.com/x/page/d039393mqh1.html

'21st Century Enslavement' is the first release from Apex Zero's new EP 'All and Nothing'. The self produced track is a lyrical critique of our people's circumstances - the grind, the struggle and the one solution - in Apex's Neo-Hardcore Hip Hop style.

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/21s...

'All and Nothing' is set for release in May 2017. The EP captures the artistic growth inspired by Apex's recent travels in Africa and Asia. It features collaborations with pioneering Chinese Hip Hop/Reggae artist MC Webber aka Raddam Ras, New York emcee Jackson Turner, Cameroonian/French Reggae singers UBC and fellow First and Last member OMeza Omniscient and production from OMeziah, Frank Freeman, GI and In:Theory. The EP was mastered by Chemo, will be accompanied by videos from GlobalFaction and Simon Yu and will be released by Design Chaos (UK) and DB Brothers (China).

Subscribe here to never miss a GlobalFaction video - http://bit.ly/subscribe2GlobalFaction

Produced by Apex Zero
Recorded by Jackson Turner at No Play Concepts
Mixed by Al Lawson at Distortion Plus
Mastered by Chemo at KMJ45 Studios
Video by GlobalFaction

Available on all major platforms including:
https://firstandlast.bandcamp.com/alb...
https://www.amazon.co.uk/21st-Century...

Apex Zero interviews Bronze Nazareth

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 15 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero builds with the Wu-Tang emcee/producer for I Am Hip Hop Magazine and Global Faction

Apex Zero interviews Bronze Nazareth for I Am Hip Hop Magazine and Global Faction after his show in London on April 15th. Full interview available here:
http://www.iamhiphopmagazine.com/apex-zero-builds-wu-elements-member-wisemen-founder-bronze-nazareth...

Ghetts Interview

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero interviews Ghetts for Global Faction and I Am Hip-Hop Magazine

Apex Zero interviews Ghetts for Global Faction and I Am Hip-Hop Magazine before his show at London's Roundhouse celebrating 10 years since 'Ghetto Gospel'.

See the whole interview here:
http://www.iamhiphopmagazine.com/interview-ghetts-therealghetts-speaks-grime-scene-independence-religion-lowkey/
-or-
http://www.globalfaction.com/gf-videos.html

Apex Zero performs at 2pac Remembrance Event

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 10 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Apex performs and joins former Black Panther Jamal Joseph on the panel to celebrate Tupac Shakur's life and impact

Apex Zero - Sapporo Cypher, Japan

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero headlines at Sapporo Cypher in Hokkaido, Japan

Apex Zero performs at Sapporo Cypher in Hokkaido, Japan July 16th 2016

International Reggae Day 2016 - Beijing

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 02 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero hosts and performs at IRD 2016 in Beijing

On July 1 2016 Apex Zero hosted and performed at International Reggae Day alongside UBC, Raddam Ras, Alpha G Staxx, Zulu Bob and the best of the Beijing Reggae scene. This was Beijing's first inclusion in the international celebration of Reggae music and African-Caribbean culture's influence on the world. The event streamed live on Chinese tube site Youku, with over 400,000 viewers tuning in.

Conrank and Apex Zero at MIDI Electronic Festival, Shanghai

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 12 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero holds down the mic for Conrank at @ MIDI Electronic Festival 2016, just outside Shanghai/Suzhou

Conrank and Apex Zero had the crowd going crazy at MIDI Electronic Festival Day 2 - some even rushed the stage!!

Apex Zero and DJ Clir - Syndicate Sessions @MIDI Electronic Festival, Shanghai

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Fri, 10 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Apex and Clir at MIDI Electronic Festival 2016

Apex Zero and DJ Clir tear up the stage at MIDI Electronic Festival, just outside Shanghai and Suzhou

Photos by MIDI Festival 2016

INTRO Festival 2016, Beijing

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 29 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Syndicate duppy the Bass Stage at INTRO 2016

The Syndicate hold down their regular spot running the Bass Stage at INTRO Festival 2016. DJs Blackie, Clir, Kay C, Amber Akilla, Donkey Tonk, Oshi killed the decks, Apex Zero and OMeza Omniscient ripped the mics

Photos by Whitney Cull and INTRO Festival

Apex Zero and OMeza Omniscient duppy the mics at Section 6's 'Hip Hop vs Reggae' Festival 2016

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 29 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

OMeza Omniscient flies out to join Apex Zero's China Tour in Beijing

Apex and OMeza head up Section 6's 'Reggae vs Hip Hop Festival' 2016 @Modern Sky Lab, Beijing, alongside UBC, Raddam Ras, Jackson Turner, Zulu Bob and more

Photos by Lucy Bell

Apex Zero and Jackson Turner play Changhsa and Wuhan

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 22 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero hit Changsha and Wuhan with DJs in:theory and Passenger of Electric Underground

As part of Apex Zero's China tour, Apex and Jackson Turner hit up Changsha and Wuhan with DJ in:theory and DJ Passenger of Electric Underground

Conrank feat. Apex Zero - Night SHFT Warehouse Festival

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 15 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero holds down the mic for Conrank in Shanghai at Night SHFT Warehouse Festival

Conrank and Apex Zero rip up the stage at SHFTs Warehouse rave on the Shanghai leg of the Night SHFT Festival tour

Apex Zero China Tour 2016

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 30 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero tours China, showcasing new music

Apex Zero tours China in May/June 2016, showcasing new music from his upcoming 'All and Nothing' EP.

My Nu Leng / Woz - Syndicate Sessions 27th Nov

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sat, 28 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Black Butter Records take over Syndicate Sessions @Dada, Beijing

Bass music sensations My Nu Leng and Woz of Black Butter Records takeover Syndicate Sessions @Dada, Beijing as part of their Asia tour. Residents Blackie, Clir, Donkey Tonk on the Decks, Apex Zero pon di mic. Follow the link for the full picture set
https://www.facebook.com/pg/syndicatebass/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1021788131213563

JamAfreeca 2015 Tour - Perfect Giddimani

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero hosts the Beijing leg JamAfreeca 2015 Tour headlined by Perfect Giddimani and UBC

Perfect Giddimani blessed stages in Beijing, Guanzhou and Shanghai as part of the JamAfreeca Tour 2015 with UBC and guests. Apex Zero hosts and performed at the Beijing show

Sam Binga, Syndicate Sessions @Dada, Beijing

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Thu, 10 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Bristol DJ/Producer hits Beijing the day his EP 'Wasted Days' drops

Sam Binga hit up Syndicate Sessions @Dada, Beijing as part of his Asia tour. Residents Clir, Kay C, Donkey Tonk, Elemental on the decks, Apex Zero holding down the mic

See all pictures at https://www.facebook.com/pg/syndicatebass/photos/?tab=album&album_id=983874285004948

All photos by The Syndicate

https://www.facebook.com/pg/syndicatebass/photos/?tab=album&album_id=983874285004948

OM Unit - Syndicate Sessions 11th Feb

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

OM Unit blesses Beijing at Syndicate Sessions, Dada

OM Unit represents at Syndicate Sessions @Dada, Beijing. DJs Blackie, Clir and emcee Apex Zero - check more pictures https://www.facebook.com/syndicatebass/photos/a.889258331133211.1073741855.506002506125464/889266121132432/?type=3&theater

All photos by The Syndicate
https://www.facebook.com/syndicatebass/photos/a.889258331133211.1073741855.506002506125464/889266121...

Onyx Interview

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero interviews Onyx for I Am Hip-Hop Magazine

Apex Zero interviews Onyx after their show at London's Jazz Cafe. To watch the full video, click the link or go to our 'videos' page.
http://www.iamhiphopmagazine.com/video-hip-hop-meet-onyx-onyx_hq/

Divine RBG Interview

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero interviews Divine RBG for I Am Hip-Hop Magazine

Apex Zero interviews Divine RBG for I Am Hip-Hop Magazine. Click the link to watch the whole interview.
http://www.iamhiphopmagazine.com/video-hip-hop-interview-divine-rbg-divineofthedey/

dead prez Interview

first_and_last@hotmail.co.uk (Design Chaos) — Mon, 10 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Apex Zero interviews dead prez for I Am Hip-Hop Magazine

Apex Zero built with dead prez before their show at London's Jazz Cafe. Click the link to view the whole interview, or go to our 'Videos' page.
http://www.iamhiphopmagazine.com/video-hip-hop-interview-dead-prez-m1deadprez-sticrbg/