Toronto’s
most organic hip hop collective
It’s
safe to say that almost every Torontonian who reads this has come
across a sticker with the iconic Rhythmicru logo – in a bathroom,
on a public phone, on a newspaper box, or somewhere across the city –
some time in the last several years. Like the city they represent,
Rhythmicru is diverse enough to be equally at home dropping jazzy, De
La Soul style head-nodders or political battle cries. Their Heads
Connect monthly concert series at The Rivoli is one of the most anticipated regular hip hop
shows in Toronto. Adding to the vibe is their uniquely creative
visual arts and multimedia presentation, including the Open Canvas
community mural project created by the audience during the show.
Rhythmicru has released three full-length albums:
Rhythmicwho? (2002), Open Canvas (2004), and SuperToke Vol. 1 (2006);
along with the Roxton Chronicles limited edition (2005), and now...Supertoke 2 (2007) selling over
5,000 copies independently. With an established fan base and strong
on-line presence the crew is known for their live show. They have
opened for Guru, Pete Rock & CL Smooth, Atmosphere, Billy Talent,
Ill Bill, Non Phixion, and One-Be-Lo.
After
touring Taiwan and Canada in 2007, Rhythmicru is set to release the
highly anticipated Supertoke 2 on their new imprint label Heads
Connect Entertainment.
Distribution:
Fontana North
Press
Quotes
“The
local rap collective (Rhythmicru) – known for its exuberant live
show – doesn't just have respect in the local rap scene, it's
working to build that scene.”
-The Toronto Star, Mar 25, 2007
“Rhythmicru
are everywhere. The Toronto hiphoppers are a persistent promo
powerhouse, their posters roller-brushed up all over downtown, their
stencils splattered all over GTA sidewalks”.
-NOW magazine, Dec 21 2006
“When
it comes to independent Hip Hop music in the city of Toronto there is
no finer group than Rhythmicru” -Barry Taylor, 102.1 the Edge,
Dec 2006
“Rhythmicru’s
rhymes were passionate and flowing, as the group bounced
energetically across the stage. Just how deep was that deep bass?”
-The Live Music Report, Dec 2006
“Canadian
hip-hop collective Rhythmicru has been steadily building its rep.
Supertoke Vol. 1 is a nice production showcase for D-Ray that also
serves to keep Rhythmicru's name out there before their next
full-length.” -PopMatters.com,
May 19 2006
“MCs
waxing poetic over a variety of beats”
-Montreal Mirror, March 23 2006
“Local
collective Rhythmicru are a hip-hop force to be reckoned with.
Earlier indie releases sold in excess of 2,000 copies, establishing
the Cru as an act to follow. SuperToke ups the ante.”
-Eye Magazine, March 2 2006
“super
smoked-out, drum-dominated grooves”
-Exclaim! , March 2006
“A
fresh offering to the Canadian underground hip hop scene with catchy
beats, interesting samples and humorous musings”
-The
Concordian, March 2006
“NNNN...in-your-face
lyrics over shorter cuts. (Punk-rock-style, each track is one to two
minutes long.) Wafting fumes of sonic hydro in the form of blazin'
Beatnuts-style riddims”
-NOW
Magazine, March 2 2006
“Top
to bottom collection of some of the finest hip-hop our country has to
offer. Will please both hardcore hip-hop heads and casual listeners”
-sceneandheard.ca, April 2006
“I've
twice seen Rhythmicru tear up stages and charm crowds. A solid mix of
mid-'90s-influenced beats, catchy melodies and tight lyrics and flow
“
-Eye Magazine, March 18 2004
“Mixing
a traditional hip-hop wardrobe with a punk sense of style and
eventually even a full black suit, this group made full use of the
wardrobe. The collective captivated the audience with their
enthusiasm”
-Chartattack, June 2004
“Leftist
lyrics, deftly creative beats and a wide palette of styles and flows
set Rhythmicru leagues apart” -Eye
Magazine, December 18, 2003