CASTING STONES
Back in September of last year the ever-impeccable Peter Rosenberg introduced me to Homeboy Sandman, a rapper whose talent is only surpassed by his relentless grind. And now, Sand’s persistence is paying dividends, as the New York-bred artist has joined the roster of one of the most exalted and highly-regarded indies out there: Stones Throw records.
Termed a “genre unto itself” by L.A. Weekly, the L.A.-based Stones Throw has also been home to J. Dilla, Dam Funk, Madlib, and Mayer Hawthorne, to name but a few of the artists hand-picked by Peanut Butter Wolf to lead his charge into an alternate, funk-tinged dimension.
I can NOT wait to hear what this new chapter in Homeboy Sandman’s career brings us sonically. A round of applause is in order.
Homeboy Sandman will be performing tonight at Rosenberg’s Hip Hop Hanukkah (Action Bronson will be serving latkes!!), and on December 22 at Stones Throw’s 15 Year Anniversary party. Check out “New York Nights” below.
