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Gill Scott-Heron was one of the most influential blues and jazz performers during the 70s and 80s and still is to this day. Even though he passed away sadly 5 years ago, his legacy still lives on. Born in Chicago, Illinois in 1949, he grew up in The Bronx and after impressing his Eng- lish teacher with his impeccable writing skills, he was offered a scholarship to The Fieldston School. He grew and grew and with his signature bold attitude that exudes through his recordings and poems, he was able to show the world his talents through the struggles he suf- fered. After living in Jackson, Tennessee as a child, the deep south was embed- ded in his soul. Being a late teen around the same time as the civil rights movement was in full force, he wrote the famous 'The Revolution Will Not Be Televised'. His poems were based on his anger - anger that showed his passion and need for change. This is one of his most well known poems and songs and is still used and sampled by other artist who he has influenced majorly. Political hip hop and rap will always be effluent and strong for as long as music continues to be produced. His poetry has influenced the whole slam poetry genre and has most probably moulded many poets out there today. His memoir that he had worked on for a very long time The Last Holiday was published posthumously in 2012. Through his friends, family and fans, his music still lives on strong and is mak- ing as of an impact as it did when he was alive. The revolution will never be televised… PLAYLIST All The Way Up ft French Montana Fat Joe, Remy Ma Royalty Capes De La Soul Afraid (Drake diss) Joe Budden Week Edward Scissortongue & Lamplighter Here's the hip hop & rnb on our playlist this month: The High Focus fellas are back for a summer party Camden is set to remember! This Friday, High Focus Records are hosting their summer party at the Electric Ballroom. Inspirational UK hip hop artist and poet Akala is back again at BBC Radio 1Xtra with Fire In The Booth 4. GUESTLIST RECOMMENDS: AKALA - FIRE IN THE BOOTH The day line up is pretty fat including High Focus acts and other UK hip hop legends. Not only is it gonna be a day of dope music and good weather (we hope), it's also going to be the official launch party for Ed Scissor & Lamplighter's brand new album 'Tell Them It's Winter'. And you can watch the new video below. You can also check the new album out at www.high-focus.com. Make sure you get down to the Electric Ballroom this Friday for a top night of quality UK hip hop bangers! To say it is off the chain would be an understatement. Akala has recently voiced his opinions on Brexit and structural racism still alive in Britain today and his words always have an impact. Whether it's in the booth, on the stage or on a political talk show, the name 'Akala' always stays on people's tongues and mind. Akala is performing live at KOKO in Camden on October 12th so make sure you don't miss out! Trust us, tickets will sell out fast for this! Get on it quick. EVENT PREVIEW: HIGH FOCUS RECORDS SUMMER PARTY IS HERE! HIP HOP LEGEND: GILL SCOTT-HERON 34 ISSUE 89 / 2016 HIP HOP & RNB