Whuddup people.  I know I been real quiet lately.  It's been a unique month of August, a lot of good, bad and in between.  I have been focused mainly on 2 things -
1) to finish the writing and recording of Mohammed Dangerfield, the duo album with Hasan Salaam
2) to get in better shape and commit to bettering myself physically

So far, half the album is recorded, 3/4ths of it is written and we are on a consistent schedule, prepping for a November release.  I didn't wanna run myself too ragged in the late summer, when people go away and things are slow anyway.  Also, the writing process must be treated very seriously.  I never wanna have less than stellar product for the good people.  Hasan and I assure you this album will meet and exceed expectations. 

I also realized that I need to take better care of myself while I still have the power to.  I still have a few years before I hit 30, but I haven't been the posterchild for health at all in my life.  Being a performer means I have to be in condition to do so whenever called upon for as long as possible, and to endure grueling road trips.  I have felt a lot better because of it.  I still got some ways to go, but I do notice some improvement, and that serves as motivation to do more.  In addition to workin out, I have been pickin up basketball again.  So, if anyone thinks they can stop my jumper, they think wrong!  LOL  But seriously, I am feeling stronger everyday, and it will show in my performances this fall. I got a couple of shows booked so far this month, I'll have em posted Monday September 14th on my MySpace and my website www.ruggednraw.com. 

In the meantime, check these two links out!
http://www.independentmusicawards.com/ima/?p=4354
and
http://www.hiphophavoc4life.com/interviews/2009/06/hiphophavoc-interviews-rugged-n-raw.html

Much respect to everybody.  Gimme a shout and let me know how you are doing.  I been away for a lil bit but..... I"M BACK!!!!!!!