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His new album, Classic OG, proves that JJ Finesser isn’t like any other rapper we have seen. JJ Finesser is a rapper who aims not just to make music but also to make music that stands out. The rap music market has been flooded with the same lyrics, content, and music, but he’s here to change it all. ‘Classic OG’ is the project that changes it all. The album is the new wave we have all been waiting for, a breath of fresh air in the choky rap market that keeps churning out the same content year in and year out.
Discography
JJ Finesser has been delivering since 2014, with his first studio album, “Nalej,” and then again in 2019 with his second album, “Opus Dei.” “Classic OG” is the masterpiece that completes the perfect rap trilogy.
The Making Of ‘Classic OG.’
According to him, what makes “‘Classic OG’ special is that it is his true life story. It tells of a time when he struggled with alcoholism and homelessness, how he overcame his demons and stopped drinking alcohol in 2017. And how he could detoxify his mind, body, and soul to sharpen his focus and reprogram all the thought patterns & belief systems that made him self-sabotage. In all, the album Classic OG represents who JJ has now become, a real-life ‘Classic OG.’
About JJ Finesser.
Talking about himself, JJ Finesser mentioned that also his music is influenced by 90’s music. The Golden Era in which he grew up. He noted that his music is a style that captures and preserves the real essence, quality, and also principles of Hip-Hop.
And He describes himself as a real Hip-Hop emcee, and among his biggest inspirations are A Tribe Called Quest, Static Major, Big L, and Black Star.
He calls himself a student of the rap game and a real Hip Hop emcee representing other real hip-hop emcees like Big L, KRS-One, Mos Def/Yasiin Bey, and Grand Puba.
According to him, so many rappers sound the same. And creativity in the rap genre has been reduced. With his unique style of music, JJ Finesser wants to add value to the science and art of Hip-Hop. He believes he is the only artist that can make his style of music since he had studied the basics of the science of Hip-Hop from the Greatest Emcees ever.
His music is not without purpose too. The Classic OG has stated that the purpose of his music is to influence and inspire upcoming artists. And future generations to study the art and science of Hip-Hop so they can perfect their craft and leave their mark on Hip-Hop.
His Achievements.
JJ Finesser doesn’t just want to make music. But he wants to become a titan of the industry who will improve the quality of Hip-Hop. He is already making moves towards this goal;
He has already been feature on iHeartRadio. Two of his Singles, “Live Life” & “Perfect Match,” became hits. When they got play on the radio 12,315 times in 19 cities and two countries in just 14 weeks. His single “Live Life” also peaked at #1 on US College Radio
It is clear that JJ Finesser, the rhyming and rap sensation, is in his prime. And also he’s here to stay; you don’t want to miss out! His album Classic OG is available on all platforms.
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