Almost a year ago (11-11-16 to be exact) today, KXNG Crooked released a manifesto in the form of Good Vs Evil. To rewind, Donald Trump had just been elected the 45th President in one of our most controversial presidential elections, divisiveness infiltrated every aspect of the populous, governmental agencies were willingly pumping poison into its communities, protests were raging in the streets, unprovoked police brutality was rampant (with zero accountability) and the societal divide widened with each passing day.
With a seemingly basic disregard for human rights, it was understood that we were living in a complicated and dangerous time. People were in search of answers and a unifying message; KXNG Crooked’s Good Vs Evil could not have appeared at a more needed time as he delivered a project that stared into the face of oppression and struck a nerve.
Though it seems counter-intuitive and unimaginative, the year that has passed in-between has led us even further astray. The Donald Trump era has borne witness to fake news, championing racism, bigotry, separatism, sexism and a general contempt for rule of law. Further, he continues his quest to eradicate the health care of millions, advocated a foreign government meddling in an election, diminished our standing in the International community and displayed more concern about the behavior of NFL football players; then he has for the well-being of the citizens he is sworn to uphold.
Welcome to the new normal!
Thankfully, KXNG Crooked’s Good Vs Evil 2: The Red Empire picks up right where its predecessor left off. On the surface, Good Vs Evil 2 is the epitome of woke; a politically and socially conscious decree that demands to be heard and processed. At its core, it’s designed to be the theme music that Colin Kapernick and a generation can proudly knell to.
While Trump is busy adding to his portfolio by peddling pumpkin MAGA (Make America Great Again) hats, Crooked’s “The MAGA Continues” examines the other side of the catchphrase that 45 used as his campaign slogan; one that has further empowered law enforcement that “used to kill us in the dark, now they just do it in the light.”
Just like any good leader, Crooked isn’t afraid to rock the boat if a culture change is in order, especially those who have the platform to affect change, but lack the fortitude to do so; and he is more than willing to sacrifice Jason Whitlock for Gregg Popovich.
“Donald Trump coined the now famous acronym MAGA. I personally believe the phrase ‘Make America Great Again’ is a dog whistle for racism and turning the clocks of progression backwards” Crooked commented to Mass Appeal. “The way the country is currently divided it seems to be working. I’m really just letting off steam on the joint, but some important points are definitely being touched on. One point I covered in the song is being widely overlooked; maybe because it’s a fairly new form of division in Hip Hop. I’ve done many shows with white rappers and seen some of their fans in the crowd wearing confederate flag and swastika symbols on their clothing. Shit blew my mind. Nobody talks about this element in Hip Hop that is growing and will cause division on another level. I chose to speak on it because Hip Hop is a tool for unification and we need to keep it that way. How long will we allow the MAGA to continue?”
No Justice, No Peace!
KXNG Crooked Good Vs Evil 2: The Red Empire 12-8-2017!
Listen to Kxng Crooked “The MAGA Continues” up top.
Kxng Crooked’s Good Vs Evil 2: The Red Empire is now available for pre-order at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/good-vs-evil-ii-the-red-empire/id1300407009
Tracklisting and Credits for Kxng Crooked’s Good Vs Evil 2: The Red Empire:
‘Wake Up Show Intro’ f/ Sway & King Tech
‘The MAGA Continues’ (Produced By Lavish)
‘Red Hood's Plot’ (Hahahaha) (Produced By Lavish)
‘GiveUDatHammer’ (Produced By Aktive)
‘Revolution Come’ f/ Jai (Produced By Snaz)
‘Truth’ (Why You Mad) f/ Royce 5'9”(Produced By C-Wash)
‘Shoot Back 2’ (Dear Officer) (Produced By Jay Wash)
‘Adderall Addicts’ (Produced By C-Wash)
‘Cowboy Bebop’ (Produced By Illeagle)
‘Thug Poetry’ f/ Jay Townsend (Produced By Snaz)
‘City Lights’ (Produced By ENG)
‘Brainwashed Ni666a’ (Produced By Audio Jones)
‘Stand’ f/ Styles P & Emanny (Produced By Lavish)
‘Mace Windu’ (Produced By MR Authentic)
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