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The Diary of El Che

Rhymefest Talks New Album

Since the release of my debut album BLUE COLLAR, I've learned a lot about the music industry and what it takes to be successful within this realm. Whether or not I will be able to apply all that I've learned will be evident upon the release of my sophomore album, EL CHE.

Although my new album may not be what many would deem as a radio-friendly, hip-pop, line-dancing release; EL CHE will, however, fill a void that true Hip-Hop enthusiasts around the world have been experiencing. We are in a time of war, high oil prices, low wages, political unrest, and the streets in almost every urban cityscape in America is on fire with violence. The dope game is dried up. The rap game is dried up. And everyone seems to be fighting over a little piece of a crumb. However, rappers are not doing a very good job at speaking up and out about these issues that affect us all.

Some of us say, "Man, kids don't wanna hear that shit."
Others of us say, "Bitches just wanna dance. You gotta make something for the hoes."
The record labels say, "Hell if we know. We're just trying to get the hottest ringtones!"
Rhymefest says, "People want substance, and true art cannot be beaten."

Exhibit A: Common debuted at # 1 for the first time in his career this year.
Exhibit B: Talib, # 2.
Exhibit C: Kanye # 1.

If these are not signs that Hip-Hop is preparing itself for its grand return, then what is? I'll tell you: EL CHE.

This album is constructed in a way that is cohesive, conceptual and relevant to the state of Hip-Hop today. I could go on and on about the producers or guest rap appearances that EL CHE has, but that's not even what's important. EL CHE represents revolution, and revolution is a complete change in how things are normally done.

Some of you may have heard already head my track with Lil Jon entitled ANGRY BLACK MAN ON A ELEVATOR or RNQ (Real Nigga Quotes) produced by Preemo. This isn't about who is on what side of Hip-Hop; this is about Hip-Hop being one for the people under the name of the modern day father of revolution, Che. Right now, my album is on schedule to be released in April. Knowing my label, anything could change. But, to anyone who is a fan of Rhymefest and my message: please be patient, and I guarantee it will be well worth the wait. Until then, I won't leave you hanging. I will release other songs that didn't quite make the album as well as my new mixtape coming in December entitled MAN IN THE MIRROR (The Michael Jackson Tribute).

Until then, stay plugged and prepare for the revolution to begin.

For those that haven't seen it, check out Lil Jon and myself working on ANGRY BLACK MAN ON A ELEVATOR:

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