This mixtape defines what a mixtape should sound like.
TRAMA: TRAMA-DUSA
"...check for this dude ya dig". Jim Jones (2006) "...joint is bangin my ngga". Busta Rhymes (2006) "...we gotta make dat happen fams". Mary J. Blige (2005)
TRAMA: Tramagnum
"....Duke is nice wit da wordplay". THE GAME (2005) "....TRAMAGNUM is a classic.... keep it pimpin and be easy." T.I. (2005) "....Back then they did’nt want me now I’m hot they all on me." TRAMA (2005)
TRAMA: Trama-sutra
"...His word play is crazy on this album".
EMINEM (2004)
"....TRAMA is the future of HIP HOP".
Jay -Z (2004)
"....my ex did’nt like the song I did about her - F%K IT".
TRAMA (yesterday)
TRAMA: Menage-a-tram
"...Trama is queens finest." Dr.Dre (2003)
"...this album is dope."
Nas (2003)
"....I don’t know these people."
TRAMA (yesterday)
"TRAM-UNIT" - TRAMA feat N.I.G, IKE TREEZE and KATANA
"FUCK DA POLICE" TRAMA feat. MUJA MESSIAH
"DO" TRAMA feat STEVIE WONDER
Upon hearing the word trauma, one might think about emergency rooms, flashing red lights, and imminent bad news. Up-and-coming MC Trama (pronounced trauma)is taking his name in this context and applying it to his art, not to signal bad news, but to signal solid, fresh Hip-Hop music.
Hailing from Queens, NY, Trama started rhyming at age 13. In a recent interview with the rapper, he states that he was heavily influenced by old-school Hip-Hop. The late 80s and artists like Rakim, Kool G Rap, Big Daddy Kane, Public Enemy, NWA, and Run DMC helped Trama find his merit as a musical artist.
"BARACK-OTRAMA", the mixtape, exhibits his flair for telling stories through music. The name of the album itself is a play on Presidential candidate Barack Obama's name but the creativity doesn't stop there. Trama himself is dedicated to displaying different influences on this mixtape due to his bicultural upbringing (Trinidadian and American), musical tastes, and life experiences.
All of Tramas songs and albums tell a visual story lifted from his past and present, creating a new sound and artistic palate for Hip-Hop and raps future.
Tramas resume steadily gains more impressive credits as he has already worked with Sadat X from Brand Nubian ,Tragedy Khadafi,Littles,Royal Flush, producers such as Megah Maan, Roots,Sketchman, and DJ Tom Cat. He has performed at The Knitting Factory in Los Angeles and the Paladium in New York City, opened for Houston,Lil Flip,Brother Ali of Rhymesayers was featured in Murder Dog Magazine and shared a cover with DJ Quik (no introduction necessary) in an issue of Worldwide Westside Magazine. Trama has also caught the attention of Hip-Hop and rap heavyweights such as Eminem, Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, and Nas. All of Tramas songs and albums tell a visual story lifted from his past and present, creating a new sound and artistic palate for Hip-Hop and raps future.
So much artistic success has not come without hard work, dedication, and love for music. Trama is an advocate of the DIY (do-it-yourself) mentality. When he is not working on albums or with his Tram-Unit (think of a hospitals Trauma Unit), he is printing out flyers, working on his website, or even directing and editing videos/commercials. Trama would also love to work with Nas (he reminds me of the late 80s), and is interested in acting. Judging from his accomplishments and devotion to his musical endeavors, Tramas future in music looks promising for the MC.
Trama has spent the last three months promoting his critically acclaimed mixtape BARACK-OTRAMA.. As someone who believes that Hip-Hop is a good thing, but not as passionate as before, Trama brings passion, humor, lyrical wisdom, and creativity back to the world of Hip-Hop. It would be a shame to not check out this artist as he evolves in his journey to create good music.
For more information about Trama, check out his website: TRAMASUTRA.COM
*BARACK-OTRAMA* IN STORES NOW's Friend Space (Top 32)
Whattup Trama? Just hittin u up and showom love from Hawaii....but I can't lie, I'm lookin forward to the reunion my nigga!! The Unit is always on my mind...
P.S. Tomorrow I will be at NBA City (In Target Center) Downtown, Minneapolis to party and host with my girl Monica Cariveau (Ms. Bikini America) for "Miami to Minnesota." We will be celebrating her title and raising money for her next competition. There will be a bikini basketball shoot out, calendar and photo signings by Monica, drink and appetizer specials, and more! Click here for more info...
