Good Friday is inspired by the story of Collins Khosa, who was attacked by police and armed forces during lockdown on Easter Friday of this year. I was inspired to write something because of the low-key nature of the story in the media and public consciousness. In the words of MLK, silence is betrayal. http://jeromerex.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/DJ-Eazy-ft.-Jerome-Rex-Good-Friday.mp3Good...
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Al Jerome recently won the Ghoema Award for Beste Afrikaanse Hip Hop Album. Stream it here, and email info@jeromerex.co.za to order your hard copy! Al Jerome by Jerome...
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Ek Sal is the second single off the forthcoming Al Jerome album. This track was produced by JK of Exilic Music, and samples the Al Jarreau song Alonzo. It also features a guest appearance by Hakkiesdraad Hartman, who dances over the smooth, soulful sounds with poetic grace. Download the song here: Jerome Rex - Ek Sal ft. Hakkiesdraad Hartman...
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The first single off the forthcoming Al Jerome album is here! Download here: Jerome Rex - Boogie Up ft. DJ Eazy (283) Produced by Arsenic Beats for Metalloid Lab Productions, Boogie Up samples an Al Jarreau classic to perfectly capture the energy, creativity and sense of fun that made the 80s such an exciting time in the history of hip hop culture. The track is lent some additional...
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So here we go! I’m about 60% done with Al Jerome, my new album paying homage to the music of the late great Al Jarreau. I’ve launched a crowdfunding campaign which is me asking you to buy your CD today, before the project is finished, in order to raise the funds I need to get the job done. Al Jerome samples the music of Al Jarreau, for which I’ve written original songs....
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