Rapper’s Delight! Jay Electronica is Fresh off the Boat at Fly

Jay E (L) with his man Jay Z (R)

Hong Kong, get ready to have your mind reamed by one of the best lyricists in the business. This Friday, Jay Electronica is laying down the truth at FLY Hong Kong.

A guy who gets respect from the likes of Jay-Z, The Roots, Nas and Diddy, Jay Electronica is more of an internet cult favourite than a chart topper.

Most of his early music was released on Myspace (hello, 2008!) or leaked through niche forums.

Check out his most recent track, “Road to Perdition ft. Jay-Z,” leaked on March 6. Hold onto your panties though, and be warned that the “Jay-Z feature” is a bit of a tease, since he doesn’t actually have a verse.
 

In this anthemic track, in true rapper style, Jay heralds his own accomplishments, such as signing with Jay-Z’s label, Roc Nation.

Pretty bold for a guy who still doesn’t have a debut album out; “Act II: Patents of Nobility (The Turn)” was announced back in 2011.

With a little luck though, he’ll give us a 2015 release date at Fly.

What: FLY x FRESH OFF THE BOAT Present JAY ELECTRONICA
When: 10pm Friday March 20
Where: FLY Hong Kong, G/F 24-30 Ice House St., Central
Price: HKD200
Tickets: Ticketflap.

 
 


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