Artist description Kinship is 2 brothers originally from Richmond, VA. All writing and producing is done by the lead member, U.P. (The Ubiquitous Poet). Sound is jazzy and organic with lyrics that are positive, uplifting and, pardon the cliche, but very real. The raw edge to their style gives Kinship something special that stands out in today's soundcape.

Music Style Organic HipHop

Musical Influences The Crusaders, Young-Holt, Freddie Hubbard, Stanley Turrentine, Donald Byrd, Marley Marl, Gangstarr, Pete Rock

Similar Artists Sound is original, but in same style as A Tribe Called Quest, Gangstarr, Native Tounges

Artist History Formed since birth, cultivated in 1989. U.P. began producing tracks in 1990 after working with producers and engineers associated with First Priority, Big-Beat, and Doo-Doo Man records. Has made underground noise with a single on React Record's Nu Movement vol 1 released in 1996. Now based in Atlanta, Kinship does production for outside groups as well as operating a production, recording and mastering studio.

Group Members U.P., The Ubiquitous Poet, late 20's E.S., The Eloquent Slave, mid 20's contributions from eldest brother: Pookimous

Instruments samplers, synthesizers, human effects

Albums None yet released. Pending: Immaculate Kinception

Press Reviews 1997 Rap Sheet October issue (Redman on cover) 1994 Richmond Spotlight See any press about React Records/MVP Nu Movement vol. 1

Additional Info contact Jaybird_Productions@hotmail.com for information about production or mastering

Location Lithonia, GA - USA

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