Best Armenian Rappers of 2008!

The contest started on december 1st, 2008 and ended on January 7th, 2009.



The first 10 original nominee's were Apeh Jan, 2-Hye, Capital Z, R-Mean, Profit, H.T. Hayko, Misho, Erevanski, Kro, and One-2. On the early days of voting One-2, Profit, and H.T. Hayko were eliminated from the contest because they did not have enough votes to continue being on the list. Two weeks were in and 7 rappers. Myspace and I.M.’s spread the link around and that attracted enough people to leave behind R-Mean, Misho, and Erevanski from the rest. Over 2000 people have voted in this contest, which is pretty significant for our online Armenian community. Originally, we were hopping to have one winner in this contest, but it didn’t turn out that way because 2-Hye(797) and Kro(806) were almost practically tied by their votes along the whole contest. So, based on your votes we chose Kro (The biggest comeback) and 2-Hye (The most underrated) to be our Best Armenian Rappers of 2008!

Thanks everyone for participating in our contest and helping us determine our winners.

Much more coming soon from ArmenianRap.Net... Stay Tunned!

- Vardan *ArmenianRap.Net*

Classic Erevanski

Erevanski makes a comeback with their new track, “ChupaChups”, Erevanski seems to have taken on Lil Wayne’s identity with a fresh take on the hit “Lollipop. It’s just that “ChupaChups” has left us scratching our heads, causing editorial feuds, a couple of raised eyebrows, and a fit of laughter.

Is “ChupaChups” intended to be a cover for “Lollipop”? A parody? An innovative way to use existing material to add a humor-laden piece of social commentary, poking fun at two staples of Armenian comedy.

We love the fact that Erevanski brought a new wave of humor to this game, and engaged a self-effacing humor. We also love the creative remix of Lil Wayne’s track. We especially love the melodic chorus that shows off the guys’ voices. But most of all, we love how funny “ChupaChups” really is, in the best Erevanski tradition. And, after all, we love Erevanski! And we hope you enjoy their tracks here on ArmenianRap.Net.

From the ArmenianRap.Net,
Gayane (aka LadyLazarus)

ArmenianRap.Net in Music Video Making

Just recently we published Capital Z's song called "Bullshit" on YouTube! It is not the first video by ArmenianRap.Net featuring Armenian rappers and it is certainly not the last, so leave your thoughts about this video and let us know which Armenian rapper's song would you like to see video of made by ArmenianRap.Net.

Capital Z: The Anti-Rapper

He’s a poet. He’s a rebel. He’s a social critic. He’s a bit of a pop psychologist.

But above all, he’s an artist in the truest sense of the word. His verse is edgy and sharp, his emotions are raw, his sarcasm-deep and insightful. He’s Capital Z, easily one of the contenders for the top spot in the underground hip hop movement--Armenian or otherwise.

His track “Butterbrain” is classic Cap Z: anti-establishment, anti-pop culture, anti-stupidity, anti-conformity. It’s also an empowering tribute to that rarity in the rap world: the confident, intelligent woman…and a size “medium” at that (imagine that!).

We love Z for his opinionated, passionate lyrics and his aggressive edge. So, I ask: where was the aggressive edge in “Butterbrain”? The track is almost regretful in tone: regret over a lost generation of butterbrains. “It makes me sad to see girls like this”, says Cap Z. We feel ya, Z.

Capital Z: the anti-rapper –a man with true character, not afraid to show it, and more admired because of it. Keep ‘em comin’, Z!

Check out his songs on http://www.myspace.com/capitalz

and

http://armenianrap.net/capitalz.html

From the ArmenianRap.Net,

Gayane (aka LadyLazarus)

“I Wanna Touch You” Has Girls Breathless

So Hot. Hot. Hot. The new track from TrueHomies, that is. Their single “I Wanna Touch You” turns up the heat with a sizzling beat and fiery lyrics. Judging by the overwhelming response from the ladies on our site, TrueHomies are true favorites, and not just for their music.
Take one addicting dance beat with an ever-so subtle Arabic influence, throw in some testosterone charged lyrics, a generous dose of raw male sexual aggression, mix in some arrogant tease, and you got yourself one hot new track:
"Get All Over Me Be Actin' Breathless Holdin' The Tip of My Necklace" Need I say more? This boy says it all….

That’s Spex, by the way (aka Gevz). The other members of the band include Sako (the main vocals on this track), Goks and CrazyEye Arthur. Together, this foursome of friends for the past 6 years combines their artistic efforts as they grow and morph with each year in the music biz.


Expect more hot tracks from da TrueHomies as they refine their sound and find their own niche. In the meantime, check out “I Wanna Touch You”! It’ll have you dancin’ in no time, if not doin’ more.


Visit Ture Homies on http://Myspace.com/truehomiesstudio

For the ArmenianRap.Net,
Gayane (aka LadyLazarus)