They’ve always been happy-go-lucky, and with that, they’ve always wanted the best for their block. His brand, Play Runners Association, is almost a tribute to Cash Money Jim, ALLBLACK, Dom the President and the rest of the crew are morphing into the Hot Boys that they pretended to be as kids. Offset Jim recounts a carefree childhood, one that seemingly existed lifetimes ago, painting a picture of simpler times: balmy weather and fire hydrants spewing water at awe-inspiring heights. They supplement his voice as he nonchalantly reminisces about riding around in Brinks trucks and wearing sunglasses to dampen the shine of the gleaming diamonds on his wrist. That’s what comes with working with producers like DTB who have helped Jim identify his style. He’s a minimalist, riding the sub-bass effortlessly, but still grabbing your attention within seconds. Unlike ALLBLACK’s lively energy in the booth, you can tell that Offset Jim’s become quite blasé to a life of luxury. The pair rap together like teammates pushing each other to do their Two Minute Drills ALLBLACK is the sprint, Jim is the cooldown. With grimy basslines and a laid back flow, Offset Jim makes Bay Bridge sideshow music in classic East Oakland fashion for this next generation.ĪLLBLACK and Offset Jim aren’t the new Luniz, nor do they want to be. But despite the gloom that the city has been put under, rappers like Offset Jim and ALLBLACK continue to sustain its proud tradition of independence and originality. The mayor, Libby Schaaf, feels like a blight on the Bay, representing only herself and corporate interests, and ignoring the resources that her constituents need. Graffiti is sprawled onto every corner of the city.
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Local shops remain barricaded with wooden planks as a result of moneyed and reactionary fear of the Black Lives Matter protests windows remain broken downtown out of frustration towards the repugnant Oakland Marriott City Center and everything it represents.
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The Town is beautiful with its vibrant murals, but it’s also full of markers of gentrification and the Oakland Police Department’s brutal tactics. Support real, independent music journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon.įor a city as historically diverse and progressive as Oakland, you’d be surprised to see what the city has transformed into. Write the words, submit the edit, triple-double, no assist.
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