When your father is on most hip hop head’s G.O.A.T. short lists, there are easier paths in life to choose than becoming an emcee—but then again, Chris Rivers was never really into the easy path. Born in the Bronx, he lost his father, Big Pun, at age six. When the riches ran out—under circumstances that are the subject of an ongoing lawsuit—his family was plunged into poverty, living in and out of homeless shelters for a time.
Chris clearly inherited his father’s powerful intellect, and considered becoming an astronaut, but circumstances prevented him pursuing those interstellar visions. Instead, he’s pursuing the rap game in hopes of saving up 250 racks so he can purchase a ticket to the cosmos. His new mixtape, Medicated Consumption, drops today with an accompanying EP for those who want to support the kid’s outer space movements. What better time to catch up with Baby Pun? He gave us the 5 Under 5 breakdown of relevant topics, plus a bonus freestyle. Check it.
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Friday, October 23, 2015
5 Under 5: Chris Rivers | Mass Appeal
When your father is on most hip hop head’s G.O.A.T. short lists, there are easier paths in life to choose than becoming an emcee—but then again, Chris Rivers was never really into the easy path. Born in the Bronx, he lost his father, Big Pun, at age six. When the riches ran out—under circumstances that are the subject of an ongoing lawsuit—his family was plunged into poverty, living in and out of homeless shelters for a time.
Chris clearly inherited his father’s powerful intellect, and considered becoming an astronaut, but circumstances prevented him pursuing those interstellar visions. Instead, he’s pursuing the rap game in hopes of saving up 250 racks so he can purchase a ticket to the cosmos. His new mixtape, Medicated Consumption, drops today with an accompanying EP for those who want to support the kid’s outer space movements. What better time to catch up with Baby Pun? He gave us the 5 Under 5 breakdown of relevant topics, plus a bonus freestyle. Check it.
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What started as a humble graffiti ‘zine in 1996 would soon grow to be one of the most trusted outlets for youth-spawned urban culture. Today, Mass Appeal is a media collective led by authentic voices and inspired minds. We are a platform for radical creatives who are transforming culture.
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
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