For Akir, words aren't just words - they're credos, rallying cries; a way of life. His name, for example, is an acronym for "Always Keep It Real" has zero to do with tired rap cliches, or a small-minded view of what rap is and can be.
Akir's trademark raspy flow, his intricate nonstop rhyme patterns and his ear for soulful, dramatic beats (many of them self-produced) aren't some gangster fantasy and if there is one thing that comes across in Akir's music - it's real life.
2013 finds Akir bringing the spotlight back to music with his new forthcoming LP The Plan; which will be released on 9-26-0213 via Viper Records and again, words aren't just words and his album title is not just an album title. "The Plan is just that" Akir states, "my map for a musical journey on the way to becoming better."
The Plan is produced in majority by Akir and his beat-making partnership with Ty Steez (The Sound) along with Omen with features from his "Rebel Army" brothers Immortal Technique, Poison Pen & Swave Sevah and is a major-step forward for the lyricist and producer.
The Plan promises to make 2013 a huge year for Akir as he says "this album has another level of music presence, taking my pre-existing formula to a larger audience. My first project, Street Edition, was for the streets, but now I am aiming for the world!"
Please visit https://soundcloud.com/macmediapromo/akir-f-immortal-technique to check out the first offering from the project, featuring Immortal Technique, and see below for official dates with Immortal Technique and Brother Ali beginning in September.
09-28-2013 - Rock The Bells DC.
09-29-2013 - Philadelphia, PA
10-01-2013 - Boston, MA
10-02-2013 - New Haven, CT
10-03-2013 - Northampton, MA
10-04-2013 - South Burlington, VT
10-05-2013 - Rock The Bells NYC
Akir drops new single with Immortal Technique
By Rapstation Editor for RAPstation.com — 08/09/2013
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