Comments on: Rapper Imari Wins First “Battle Of The Mic”

By: Q.

Q. — Sat, 23 Jun 2012 01:53:03 +0000

I’m confused as how even my stated comment above even created the response that you stated. Never did I talk about riches or even fame. Nor did we discuss this in that statement as a negative experience. Again, we tip our hat to you, and we DEFINITELY tip our hat to Imari. Nothing but love from us.

By: Spotlight

Spotlight — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 13:18:12 +0000

Fam, the purpose of this event is to challenge talents to be creative and spontaneous with their lyrics and style. We never stated that they would get rich or reach fame based on the experience. Bermudian artists need outlets and that is what Spotlight is providing. They need room to grow and develop and that is what we are giving- great opportunities. We already received the decline from Cami Cam and the invite was for her to come for the fun, not a negative experience. The rest of the comment doesn’t truly benefit local artists who only have opportunities to rehearse their lyrics at home or when recording a track that MAY be played on local radio. Now they can test their performance and lyrical style at a safe and fun event. We hope they step to the opportunity. Bless.

By: Q.

Q. — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 14:39:50 +0000

While we at FAM appreciate the indirect love from Imari, we respectfully decline the invitation. We applaud Spotlight for what they are doing for Bermuda and the artists, but this doesn’t make sense for Cami-Cam’s brand and our goals. We would never want 2 Queens going at it in this sense. No battle rapper (aside from Eminem) has ever had complete success after winning a battle. We do hope that Imari continues to hold it down for the ladies!

By: Pastor Syl

Pastor Syl — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 21:34:19 +0000

I’m not much of a rap fan, so I probably wouldn’t go out to hear these young ones, but I applaud what they are doing, especially the ladies!! Go ‘head, girls! Show ‘em how it’s done! You give me hope for the future of music, because I got so turned off by male rappers with their negativity toward women and their crass materialism. I’m betting there is very little of that in these ladies’ lyrics! I might just be inspired to come out and give a listen to the new sound.

By: Paula Burgess

Paula Burgess — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 20:10:24 +0000

I think what CKC Spotlight Talent Agency is doing to showcase local talent is AWESOME! We are a community brimming with talent and it is time that it was seen on a regular basis. It will also allow our tourists to have a chance to see what we as Bermudians offer in entertainment! It is great to see articles such as this which highlight the positive things that are happening in the island.

What would be even greater is to see more articles of this nature along with commentary that praises and encourages our local artists in their endeavours!

By: Spotlight

Spotlight — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 18:03:29 +0000

Yeah! Next month will be crazy too! Mz Malz has agreed to challenge Imari! Both female rappers are explosive so this will definitely be a battle to see!

Interesting how females are holding it down… I hope the guys bring their top lyrics out too so we can have our first King of the Mic.

All hail Imari the Queen…