"The New .Wav: Changing the Beat of Kansas Music, One Show at a Time"

When it comes to music culture, Kansas may not be the first place that comes to mind. Yet, a new wave of artists, storytellers, and fans is challenging long-standing attitudes toward hip hop and rap in the state. At the heart of this shift is The New .Wav, a visionary initiative that aims to connect all music centers in Kansas by fostering unity and positivity through the power of hip hop.

Recently, this movement made its mark in Manhattan, Kansas, in the form of its most recent embodiment of concert experiences, "CIRQUE DU MIXTAPE" bringing a fresh energy that may very well ripple out to surrounding cities and beyond.

Traditionally, Kansas’s music venues have been more welcoming to genres like country, rock, or jazz. In fact, many venues have policies against hosting hip hop shows, often due to stereotypes about rap’s association with controversy. The New .Wav, however, is confronting these biases head-on, introducing audiences and venue managers alike to the possibilities within hip hop culture. The recent event in Manhattan was more than just a show; it was a live experience aimed at altering perceptions, with each beat and lyric resonating with a positive energy that broke down cultural misconceptions about hip hop.

This event did not just focus on the music but on storytelling as well. Through carefully crafted storylines and live interactions, The New .Wav showed the audience how live hip hop is a compelling experience. Artist, Hebersain's story about overcoming obstacles, told through his lyrics, connected with Manhattan residents from all walks of life, highlighting that the challenges expressed in hip hop are often universally understood.

The promotional campaign for The New .Wav played an essential role in drawing attention to this show. Organizers leaned into a scarcity-based approach, generating excitement by emphasizing that this was an experience not to be missed. The message was clear: hip hop had come to Manhattan, and it was here to share a new vision. Video teasers showcasing artist previews and glimpses into the artistic message behind the event built up anticipation and invited curiosity. By the time the show rolled around, tickets were in high demand—a testament to effective promotion that went beyond traditional advertising and tapped into the community’s growing interest in diverse musical experiences.

This show isn’t an isolated event but the start of a larger movement, one with the potential to connect the different music scenes across Kansas. The ultimate goal is to create an environment where hip hop and rap are respected as mainstream forms of art, no longer relegated to the outskirts of Kansas’s music industry. If The New .Wav continues to be well-received, it could pave the way for future shows in cities like Emporia, Lawrence, and Wichita, establishing Kansas as an inclusive state that embraces the full spectrum of music.

For Manhattan, the success of this show signifies more than just entertainment. It represents a cultural shift and a breaking of barriers. Local residents who attended the event left with a broader perspective on hip hop’s cultural and artistic value, helping dismantle long-standing biases. As The New .Wav continues to expand its reach, the mission is clear: to change hearts and minds, creating a Kansas music culture that respects all genres and stories.

This initiative, fueled by genuine passion, effective storytelling, and strategic promotion, isn’t just about music. It’s about community, understanding, and the transformative power of art. For those in Manhattan who experienced this show, it’s clear that The New .Wav is more than a concert series—it’s a new chapter in Kansas’s musical legacy.

Unveiling the Future of Live Rap Performances

For Hip Hop, Yung Ched, U-Neek, and Fritsy's Trailblazing Live Rap Performance Collaboration is MAJOR

Kansas City, MO

In the pulsating heart of Kansas City's music scene, a groundbreaking approach to live rap performances emerged at Harrah's Casino VooDoo Lounge during StratGazer's VooDoo XMas Concert. Yung Ched, U-Neek, and Fritsy took the stage not as individual acts but as a collaborative trio, unraveling a concept that holds the potential to reshape the landscape for underground and independent rap artists.

The traditional pay-to-play scenario was turned on its head as the three artists strategically orchestrated a joint performance, revolutionizing the way fans experience live shows. This innovative approach solves three pressing conundrums that have long plagued hip hop events and performances.

1. No More Talent Show Feel: The typical turnstile hip-hop show often leaves audiences bored and makes the show horribly predictable. However, by sharing the stage, Yung Ched, U-Neek, and Fritsy eliminated the talent show vibe. With all three acts on stage together, their collective fan bases converged, injecting a heightened energy into the set that resonated throughout the venue.

2. Naturally Energized Performances: Solo artists are often constrained by performing to pre-recorded tracks, but the trio format provided a unique solution. By collaborating on a set list and lending support to each other, the artists delivered naturally energized performances. Backing vocals, collaborative hooks, and seamless transitions between tracks showcased a level of live performance rarely seen in solo acts.

3. No More Filler Tracks: The trio format allowed artists to curate a setlist featuring only their best tracks. With 2-3 certified bangers per artist, the show unfolded as a crescendo of energy, each song aiming to outdo the last in a healthy and competitive manner. The elimination of filler tracks ensured that every moment on stage was impactful, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

This collaborative approach not only promises an enhanced live experience for fans but also serves as a testament to the power of unity and teamwork within the rap community. By featuring multiple artists on a shared stage, the performance becomes a collaborative effort rather than a solo endeavor. The result is not just a packed house but a true team-building experience among artists.

Yung Ched, U-Neek, and Fritsy deserve recognition for pioneering this innovative concept, unveiling a new paradigm in live rap performances. Their trailblazing collaboration is a testament to the evolution of the hip-hop stage, setting the stage for a future where unity and creativity converge to create unforgettable live experiences.

WAR ROOM: Getting Started

First thing you need to do is get the following in order:

1. Notebook

2. Pen

3. PC, MAC, or Laptop with Internet access

4. A BUSINESS-oriented email account (not suckadick@yahoo.com)

5. An hour or two per night

6. A calendar

7. DRIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You probably have all of these things, right?

Remember, touring isn't easy for rock bands, so expect it to be at least twice as hard for a hip hop act.

So the plan is, "we go on a local or statewide tour" This is the first type of tour you will execute; easy for a rapper from New York, but harder for a rapper from Wyoming, and that is the way it is.

Not that Wyoming doesn't produce sick rappers, I don't know any rappers from Wyoming, but I won't put it past them to have an elite ripper or two in that state.

If you've got some real good friends, you can ask them to help be your committee.

**Clarification Note***DO NOT PUT YOUR CAREER IN SOMEBODY ELSE'S HANDS! You still need to have total confidence in your future, enough that you want your own influence on it. You can get a TRUSTWORTHY and psyched friend or family member to help you plan and communicate with the world. They probably want to help anyway, right?

You should still plan this by yourself, at least the first time, so you know what goes into it, and if you ever enlist the services of another, you know what to expect from deadlines to cost.

So, in a local draft of a plan you want to open up GoogleMaps which we will use forever and again.

Then add a tab to this window. Go to Google (they're just the best, period) Zoom in to your state, find a circular route beginning and ending in your hometown.

You know your state, you know where the universities and the party cities are. Write down every town you want to visit in the same order of your tour. Something to help with that, would be to calculate the distances and driving times between each city.

You should be able to input the zip codes if you looked up the city zip codes for your targets on the Googlemap interface. Open a calendar, and find your dates and make sure they coincide with your driving times and distances.

A 10 city tour should last 2 weeks.

It won't be like you'll be writing any of those directions, you won't even have to print them out; you can if you want to and I'm sure it will help a bit to have it in front of you; However, it doesn't have the venues addresses, and you will want them to make a printout of your final plan-in-action file.

Oh yes, you will have a file for this.

It can create a lot of paperwork, which is why you should normally wait to have all of your tour information and confirmation emails on paper. And work off of your computer.

Once you can see what type of tour you'll be doing it looks like, "this isn't so hard" but we know better than to underestimate this process...

A poorly planned tour can drain your finances, effect your employment, and you could end up burning bridges with venues with a display of your poor planning which just appears as bad event management, regardless of your intentions.

But now you have an idea about what kind of tour is being created in your first steps.