No Malice Preaches to Us in "Hear Ye Him"

No Malice "Hear Ye Him" 

Alice@Large

I commend anyone who rises against the grain. I commend anyone who has the ability to speak their truth. I commend those brave enough to take on the world, and I did just that during my interview with Grammy Nominated Artist No Malice of famous hip hop/brother duo The Clipse, native of Hampton Roads, Virginia.  I was honored to cover the "Hear Ye Him" Album Listening Party.  As soon as the guest of honor arrived he literally shook everyones hand....right then and there, I knew this was going to be something special.  I was ready to tackle the questions everyone wanted the answers to....What happened?

Creme Boutique 321 W. 21st Ghent, Norfolk VA

The backdrop couldn't have been better. Located at Pusha T's Clothing, Shoes & Accesories boutique Creme in the heart of Ghent, Norfolk, Virginia, on a beautiful crisp Thursday evening.  The "Hear Ye Him" listenting event featured many of 757 favorite faces and "Who's Who" of Hampton Roads. So much so, there was a line outside of the store as fans poured in to hear what the once hailed "Malicious One" had to say about his newfound "Faith". I cannot wait to share the footage!

TheMakeUpBaby13, Ms. Neka and No Malice's son Marcus on set!

Before we talked Music, I wanted to know about the Man. I asked him why sharing his story in "Wretched, Pitiful, Poor, Blind & Naked" was so imperative. We discussed the turning point for him as he gears towards "faith based" music and why he believes in the message.  I asked him when "Lord Willin'" hit #1 on the Billboard Charts, did he think his life would ever take all these twists and turns?

No Malice giving a shout out to Alice@Large! I spy my pink shoes!

Then came the music! First and foremost--his song with Pusha T "Shame The Devil".  I asked about the concept and how it was working again with his brother, as fans have anticipated new sounds from the pair.  "Everyone wanted us to be like a 'Cain & Abel', it's not like that" said No Malice, adding a litte chuckle. "We have the same Mother, Father, Siblings...we are Brothers!"  I told him this song really "KILLS ALL NOISE" the media tried to drum up about an aparent "Beef" between the two.  He reassured, "There is none".

Producers of lead single "Hear Ye Him" & Bury That"
-fellas of Profound Sound!

We then discussed our mutual friend & 757 legend Jon Bibbs,  featured on this song "Bury That" produced by Profound Sound.  Bibbs attended one of Alice@Large Events fundraising affairs for individuals, families & children infected with HIV/AIDS in our community. Stellar and super talented guy! I cannot wait to share the footage of what the "ReBirthed" rapper had to say about putting his old lifestyle to rest.  At the conclusion of our interview I asked him when all is said and done, and there is nothing out there but your legend or message, what do you want to leave behind....his answer "Jesus Christ".  His album debuts August 18th, and I guarantee, the buzz is going to be on a "Higher Level".

Lady C aka Cymandye made this all happen! Great Job!!!

Shout out to Cymandye and her team, including No Malice's son Marcus,  for putting together an awesome event! I mean the love and the support? Down right amazing! Special shout out to: Pure Brilliance, Creme Boutique, TheMakeUpBaby13, Alice@Large Entertainment Staff, Beach City Customs, Monster Energy Drink, Z104, HipHopSince1987, Play Clothes, REinvision Films and everyone else in attendance to support our very own "Hero!"

757 Legend DJ Jack of Spades

Discussing "Hear Ye Him" with one of the producers. 

Asian Persuasion with Ms. Cat Robinson!

Creme Boutique 321 W. 21st Street, Ghent, Norfolk, VA

Creme Boutique 321 W. 21st Street, Ghent, Norfolk, VA

Mr. Tyku himself! Lynx! 

Shout out to Pure Briliance for awesome production work! 

No Malice giving an "Alice@Large" Shout out! 

Shout out to another talented guy Keno Beats!

Stay tuned for the awesome interview via Alice@Large Youtube! By the way-HIP HOP, yeah, it lives alright...just have to open your eyes, heart, mind, spirit and soul!