Perfect Attendance Cypher
Exclusive, last-minute, off the dome, freestyle from some of the Perfect Attendance performers. When you check it out comment here, on twitter, somewhere! These emcees want to get an idea of how you feel! #shoutout to everybody who witnessed it at Taco Mac Philips Arena Make sure you are at 529 tomorrow night at 11pm. It's not gonna be something you wanna miss.
Al K!ng - Little Monster
Niko Villamor - Another Day At the Office
Niko is very unique. “My rap name was Uniq. I had friends who said they couldn’t call me Unique so they just called me Nik. One day someone called me Niko and it stuck since then. So essentially everyone is calling me the nickname for Unik, not my first name Dominik,” Niko Villamor says how he came to be.
From the Bay to the A, Niko’s street smarts and artistic side make him real diverse when it comes to lyrics. He’s dropped several mixtapes across the coasts that show his ability to be himself when it comes to the mic. When introduced to Fadia Kader by DJ Smilez, he was thankful for the opportunity to perform at Perfect Attendance. The music Atlanta has to offer is endless and he respects everything the city brings. “Young Lyxx is dope. Mums FP is dope. A lot of people on the [Perfect Attendance] showcase are dope and people I respect. Atlanta has a lot of dope talent. Love Mach 5. I would love to work with everyone. The industry in Atlanta is built off synergy.”
The White Light Syndrome project from last year, includes his team Dj Smilez, 080, and Niko putting together music for the masses with a different kind of synergy. His Rescue Ops mixtape dropped last year as well and received great feedback. “Let’s Go,” a track with Lloyd is going to be his breakthrough song at all costs. The song has been deemed special by his peers and other tastemakers, so he’s ready to push it. “I did that record and I kinda slept on it. People told me I gotta do something with it, it’s special. So I’m really gonna be pushing that record hard. Definitely gonna try to get big with that.”
Being compared to Kanye West was new to him, but now he’s getting a lot more recent artists on the list. “I’m being compared to Drake and Kid Cudi. I like those artists so I don’t mind being compared to them,” he says. His artist inspirations vary because he is mainly inspired by life. He’s expanding his sound by listening to jazz and getting into alternative music to get a better idea of how to switch things up. Niko enjoys being a sponge, taking it all in, and giving his fans his all.
His sound is very moving, lively, and soulful. Niko wants his fans to enjoy the experience of listening to him. “If someone can play me to start their day whether they’re going to McDonalds or traveling to France, then I’m doing my job. I want to be motivating. I’m not just gonna stunt on them and make them feel unsuccessful about their life,” Niko expresses.
Balance is very important. As an artist, he makes a point to balance out his hood music and his crossover music. “I’d love to work with Young Dro. People don’t know he’s a great artist. But don’t get it twisted, I’ll turn around and do a track with Will.I.Am too. You gotta have balance,” he says.
April 3rd, he’s gonna balance out the stage with a performance filled with surprises, friendly competition, but no gymnastics. “I’ve got some things lined up that I’m working on for the show. I’m gonna jump, but no backflips. I mean everyone’s good people but I’m gonna go up there and do what I gotta do. Incentives don’t change my performance. I’m always gonna work hard.” Win or no win, he’ll take the handshake at the end. It’s just another day at the office for him.
Young Lyxx - Self Made
Have you ever met the artist that became a rapper because they were forced to do it. “My girl cousin used to rap and we stayed at her house all the time. She used to make us rap. Eventually, it sparked my interest,” 20-year-old Young Lyxx begins. The partner in entertainment company Top Heavy and upcoming emcee in his own right is making moves before turning legal.
One of the younger performers, Lyxx doesn’t have to prove himself to anyone. He was introduced to Fadia Kader on various occasions at Broke and Boujee parties and through other acquaintances. While keeping her in the loop about his music, she selected him for this month’s emcee showcase.
His EP, Label Me, was a jumpstart to putting himself out there and really gaining new fans. He stresses that to get real support from the streets, you gotta stay visible and in touch with what’s going on. “People always wanna feel like they know you and what’s going on with you,” Lyxx adds.
Being apart of the younger generation, his main inspirations are more current include Jay-Z, Wayne, Kanye West, Fabolous, and T.I. but he’s been compared to Kanye West because his delivery can be slow but slick at times. Other than the shrugging rapper himself, Lyxx finds himself in his very own lane. Working with former Perfect Attendance performer Khaos Da Rapper only adds to his individuality. The No Place Like Home mixtape is a collaboration displaying their great chemistry.
Recently, he’s been up on XXL Magazine Freshman Class edition. In order to get where they are, he’s studying their artistry and what makes them successful. “I’m really on the XXL freshman class right now; like Wale[2009], Wiz Khalifa, J Cole, and Big Sean. I respect all of them and what they do. I would love to work with all of them,” Lyxx says.
His upcoming projects include Rosaries on a Dresser, Kill Radio, and a mixtape compilation of Top Heavy artists. On April 3rd, he’s more focused on showing the crowd his growth.
“I’ve know Lyxx since his freshman year in college. He has definitely grown. He could rap then but now I really respect what he’s doing and I can see he’s taking it to the next level,” Mums FP commends. He’s been doing this for a minute, so it’s time we get to see where he is going.
Mums FP - Dats the Homie
Everybody loves Mums FP. Over half of the Perfect Attendance performers named him as someone they enjoyed working with or want to work with. He is talented, more lyrical than anything, and apparently the best thing since the beginning of the 20th century.
“Okay I’m like the biggest thing to happen to recording music since recording music,” he laughs. Don’t get it twisted though; Mums ego is nowhere to be found in his caring and charming attitude towards his life, others, and his career.
“If you are reading this interview and you haven’t checked out Money Makin Nique, you should check him out. I mean if Fadia Kader put them on the bill it’s a go because she has a great ear and sense for music,” Mums praises.
Mums FP has known Fadia for years now. Through the party life, showcases, and the underground scene, they have built a great relationship that’s allowed for him to take her musical criticisms. “She was one of the first people I let hear my stuff about three years ago and still is. I value her opinion and what she has to say.”
Rapping since he was in high school, Mums FP hustle and bustle has paid off. Originally a killer[Killa Cam] and C Mums, he ended up taking his stage moniker from his grandmother for his mumbling voice and FP for "Frees the People," which is reminiscent of Juneteenth birthday. He’s now at the top of Atlanta’s underground scene and his work should definitely not be looked over.
Claiming to be hip, but not a hipster, Mums has reinvented himself with every release. The 24 mixtape was themed by the television drama "24" with “Perfect Suspect” being a favorite track of the ladies. His 4th Quarter mixtape sparked the hit “Showcase” feat. Dreamer of Hollyweerd. In Case of Fire…Use Stairs is coming later this year and the promotion has begun.
“When I promote I get posters done, shirts made, and if I have the budget, I want to get one of those planes that will be pulling my name behind it. Keep in mind I am my budget,” he laughs.
Mums live show is the best promotion available. He’s anxious to get back to the stage that he’s been away from for the last couple months. His real time rap that is provided by his life inspirations set him apart from the other performers but not his comparisons.
“I’ve been compared to Lupe and Curren$y, but I don’t currently have any big inspirations; just the average Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Kanye. I just live life and learn from that.” On April 3rd, we get to hear these stories. Through crowd participation, his comedic personality, and the push for a dancing at 529, the show is guaranteed to be a pleasure.
