Originally influenced by Earth, Wind & Fireand born into Hip-Hopthrough break dancing, Brother Alihas been one with the mic since he first heard KRS-Oneon record. A student of Hip-Hop's golden age, Ali's music ranges from purpose to passionate, yet always soulful and true to the boastful heritage of our culture. An emcee, producer, host and overall party-starter, Brother Ali's talents are a well-defined addition to the Rhymesayersfamily. In spring of 2000, Ali dropped a sixty-minute story telling and thought sharing album titled, Rites of Passageon Rhymesayers Entertainment. The self-produced cassette-only anthology introduced Brother Ali's beat making muscles and extensive writing skills.
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