AN AMERICAN PLIGHT: THE URBAN PLIGHT SHOW

THE ASIA EP: RELEASE BY ZION ANTONI

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FORTHCOMING  EP IN AVANT-GARDE STREAM OF 3 THREE SONGS BY FREELANCE JOURNALIST/ RECORDING ARTIST ZION ANTONI. EXPERIENCE THE ASIATIC VOICE OF THE INNER CITY. 

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E WELCOME TO THE VOICE OF THE STRUGGLE

NEW ESSAY: BLOOD IN MY EYE: THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA

        A TESTAMENT OF A CITY.  THE FUNCTION OF INDUSTRY.  A RESURGENCE OF CAUSE.

           BLOOD IN MY EYE: THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA.

ESSAY BY ZION ANTONI

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THE BADGE: NEW EBOOK

IN THE WAKE OF THE REPRIMANDING OF NYPD'S STOP AND FRISK:

THE URBAN CRY LLC PRESENTS  A NEW GUIDE EBOOK BY FREELANCE JOURNALIST RECORDING ARTIST ZION ANTONI ON URBAN AMERICA AND LAW ENFORCEMENT.

"This ebook is written as an offering to aid in the understanding of roles, protocols,

and progressive change for the betterment of all peoples within the

aspects of this conflict. Criminology is the main interest of law

enforcement. But a man’s general legitimate livelihood should not

be the interest of law enforcements harassment. This issue is

weighed in the balances.. to whom it may concern.. apply your

weight." -

zion

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THE HOUR OF TRAYVON MARTIN: JUSTICE OR MOCKERY?(COMMENTARY)

A solid question i pose to intelligent free thinkers:  young and old.  A trial of the moral arc; a child and a man with a firearm. This is the hour of Trayvon, where George Zimmerman brings his weight of the case to the judicial system: syndicated nationally.    The outrage in the dark evidence before this trial was sparked by the death of a young man, and his killer able to walk until his deliberation.  Now its here. those in tune post this murder, that symbolizes the conflict of African America, witness the expressions, language of law, the intelligence of the prosecution, the party of the defendant,   the body language of the council,  the propaganda of media and legal analysm, and the bare truth, vs the lie.  The sum up to date the defendants(Zimmerman's) testimony isn't adding up to the hard evidence of the prosecution, that speaks against Zimmerman. The general "incrimination" of Trayvon Martin  is not due to investigative reports. But Propagation, stereotype, and Fallicies.  Within this  trial there is a parody, where even some of the conducting of the trial  caters to "innocence" of Zimmerman. This creates the "mockery" that could possibly replace the justice, the Martin family and most, seek.  Without bribery, infiltration or manipulation let the people,  represented by jury be the judge.  Blood cries out. As a leftist freelance Journalist,  equality is my vehicle.  In the spirit of the ancestors, Sean bell, Diallo: let the gabble of divine justice fall, with, or without the American  judicial system.

Consciously Yours,

Z.A

FOUR MORE YEARS: THE BI PARTISAN EFFORT

 

ANOTHER FOUR. WHAT WILL IT BRING?

WEIGHED IN THE BALANCES: DRUGS, THE AFRICAN DIASPORA, AND URBAN AMERICA.

   A FIVE ARTICLE COMPILED, DISCOURSE OF BRIEF, RICH INFORMATION DISCUSSING THE INFAMOUS AMERICAN DRUG TRADE AND URBAN AMERICA. AUTHOR FREELANCE JOURNALIST/RACORDING ARTIST ZION ANTONI.
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RITES: THE AMERICAN PENAL SYSTEM

 

A SMALL DISCOURSE ON ONE OF MANY AMERICAN INDUSTRIES

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A BIOGRAPHY OF THE COLLECTIVE VOICES THAT DRIVE THE INTERESTS OF AMERICA AND ABROAD..(CLICK LINK)

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A COMMENTARY: 2012 ELECTIONS

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COMMENTARY#2: OCCUPY

GLOBAL ECONOMY PAST,
THINGS RECORDED PRESENT....A FOREWORD OF THE FUTURE(ClickLink)

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COMMENTARY

A WORD OF SOME OF THE SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURES OF AMERICA.

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CRITICAL ESSAY: AMERICAN DIVERSIFICATION

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SPIRITUALITY IN URBAN AMERICA(Critical Essay)

Upon return, the first in a series of essay's brought by The Urban Cry LLC covering socio-political issues. (Click Link)

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STREETS CONSCIOUSNESS:P.XXI :THE VOICE

"MAKES
ME
WANNA
HOLLER"

Marvin Pentz Gaye

cru·ci·ble noun \ˈkrü-sə-bəl\

2: a severe test
3: a place or situation in which concentrated forces interact to cause or influence change or development

Z.A Another look into America's backyard. The testament of Dashaun Jiwe Morris life bore as the crucible for the Newark New Jersey native to independently release his literary effort. As post 21st century reveals the high times of world politics, and the defining issues we confront on america's landscape from a left-wing view we become more familiar with voices of media, entertainment, and politics. The A.L.I.H.S.T series visits the "voices" of the wilderness of the inner city:

"At age 25, Jiwe, worn weary of gang culture, saw a way to reclaim his life and potentially save others through the power of the written word. At times painfully sad, "WAR OF THE BLOODS IN MY VEINS" is ultimately an inspiring testimony of hope, about humanity in the midst of evil, and turning tragedy into triumph. The book is filled with lessons for the next generation of youngsters coming up about the choices so many of them face to survive the streets, and the maturity and courage required to choose a better life"-

mosiacbooks.com

"But during a news conference on Wednesday, the association made it clear that Newark still faces sobering challenges. Although juvenile arrests on all charges have been dropping in recent years, the number of youths apprehended on drug charges jumped 66 percent in 2006, while the number found with weapons did not drop, a signs, officials said, that gang activity had an increasingly pernicious grip on teenagers here. "-

nytimes.com

Many rise daily to a reality where in a melting pot of social ills life gradually becomes a race against time and misfortune. Some individuals, to grassroots initiatives understand this; do the alternative is sought, or created. Jiwe takes one building block from his own life to issue out a caveat to the youth, and confirmation to others relative to his struggle and experience. The voice in the wilderness takes the time to cry: for one less casualty among the masses.

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LANGUAGE OF ONE P.XXII:IN REMEMBRANCE OF STRUGGLE P.II

"WAITING..WAITING ON THE WORLD TO CHANGE"


JOHN MAYER

مهورية مصر العربية (The Arab republic of Egypt)

re·gime 
–noun


1.
a mode or system of rule or government:
2.
a ruling or prevailing system.
3.
a government in power.


Wars and rumors of wars. For the most part in america through national and international media bases we see wildfires and conflicts breakout globally. Some with negotiating factors, some we see seem to have no end. In the midst of american hustle and bustle we wacthed one of the most signaficant countries in north africa, and its city transform to a societal protest in a split second; all in regards of its ruling party. Most struggles of any society/nation are based in its relationship with its governing body; the world science of politics. Russia today caught one of the scences of the last several days.



Freedom of speech in open demonstration. 1/25/11 was the commencement of egypt's "Day of anger" against the mubarak regime:

"The demonstrations and riots started in the weeks after the Tunisian Revolution, with many protesters carrying Tunisian flags as a symbol of their influence,[15] It is part of the 2010–2011 Arab world protests that have included and followed Tunisia's revolution. Grievances for Egyptian protesters have focused on legal and political issues[16] including police brutality,[12] state of emergency laws,[12] lack of free elections and free speech,[17] and corruption,[17] as well as economic issues including high unemployment,[18] food price inflation,[18] and low minimum wages." =



Wikipedia



-The latest announcement from Egypt's president is the springboard to today's current events up to date. The conflict is revolutionary in nature, complete with grassroots organizations, casualties, leading journalists(publishers, bloggers), government supporters, non-government activists and social unrest. If your tuned in major networks as BBC, down to the controversial Al-jezeera provide updates daily via internet and other communications. The in remembrance of struggle sequel of the A.L.I.H.S.T series briefly focuses on the struggle of the nation who brought some the world's most influential idealogies, sciences, and accomplishments. In the raging conflict, the common thread of political analysts, and opposing parties is that the conflict ultimately calls for peace. Its left to time, effort and action to answer it.

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MUSIC IS LIFE PXVIII : THE GRASSROOTS VIEW

"THE MISSION"-

STEPHEN ROBERT NESTA MARLEY





"A grassroots movement (often referenced in the context of a political movement) is one driven by the politics of a community. The term implies that the creation of the movement and the group supporting it are natural and spontaneous, highlighting the differences between this and a movement that is orchestrated by traditional power structures. Grassroots movements are often at the local level, as many volunteers in the community give their time to support the local party, which can lead to helping the national party. For instance, a grassroots movement can lead to significant voter registration for a political party, which in turn helps the state and national parties. "-

wikipedia




"Movement for Justice in El Barrio was founded by immigrants and low-income people living in East Harlem, New York City. It is part of the fight against the effects of neoliberalism and discrimination in all of its forms and operates on a commitment to the ideals of self-determination, autonomy and participatory democracy."-

Wikipedia


The above examples are two grassroots initiatives, one from the late 60's and within the last 10 years. The grassroots perspective is one of radical social change, most of the time in relation to politics; also in any industry, through clothing, film (indie) and within these times exceptionally music. Clothing line's like my brother Neguswear(Johwell baptiste), advocate social change, self-actualization and empowerment, as told by the CEO himself:




-The grassroots is politically left-wing(republic,democratic) in nature. Notably this theme is taking root and expanding in america and abroad for people to voice their views on the progress of politics, issues, and media. Artists/musicians play a major part in the grassroots movement. One collective as filmed by the Negus camp for peace day 9/21/10. We also close with a feature track from M1 of dead prez, feat Stormi james and canada's leading artists K'naan.





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THE LANGUAGE OF ONE P. IV: ISLAM IN AMERICA

“Something the Lord Made.”-





Mos Def


"Estimates of the total number of Muslims range from 0.7 to 1.2 billion worldwide and 1.1 to 7 million in the U.S. 3 About 21% of all people on Earth follow Islam. The religion is currently in a period of rapid growth.
Christianity is currently the largest religion in the world. It is followed by about 33% of all people -- a percentage that has remained stable for decades. If current trends continue, Islam will become the most popular world religion sometime in the mid-21st century."-

www.religioustolerance.org


"The Qur’an (pronounced [qurˈʔaːn]; Arabic: القرآن‎ al-qur’ān, literally “the recitation”) is the central religious verbal text of Islam,[1] also sometimes transliterated as Quran, Qur’ān, Koran, Al-Coran or Al-Qur’ān. Muslims believe the Qur’an to be the verbal book of divine guidance and direction for mankind, and consider the original Arabic verbal text to be the final revelation of God."-

wikipedia


By observation, there has never been a time in history where islamic culture and religious structure has taken center stage as this. Thursday gives grassroots educational insight apart from mass media stream of "jihad"(holy war), and global terrorism. The brief documentry on traditional islam is the foundation of many branches of its religious sects; from sunni, shi'ite, N.O.I(nation of islam, louis farrakhan, malcolm x) and the nation of gods and earths(5% nation).


-In conclusion we host a double feature of legendary hip hop group brand nubian's sadat x; words on his upcoming "wild cowboys" p.2 album in an recent interview, along with a recent song produced by pete rock.










Interview With kdhx
Turn it Up (feat. Pete Rock) (CLEAN)

STREETS CONSCIOUSNESS P. IX : THE CASE OF CONSCIENCE

"We're in an illusion about what our role is in world politics and foreign affairs, and our policies are killing and destroying and doing a lot of things that we are not aware of. " -



Talib Kweli

"Amadou Diallo (September 2, 1975 – February 4, 1999) was a 23-year-old Guinean immigrant in New York City who was shot and killed on February 4, 1999 by four New York City Police Department plain-clothed officers: Sean Carroll, Richard Murphy, Edward McMellon and Kenneth Boss. The four officers fired a total of 41 rounds. The shooting took place at 1157 Wheeler Avenue in the Soundview section of The Bronx. The four were part of the now-defunct Street Crimes Unit. All four officers were acquitted at trial in Albany, New York"

"The Sean Bell shooting incident took place in the New York City borough of Queens on November 25, 2006, in which one Latino and two African-American men were shot a total of fifty times by a team of both plainclothes and undercover NYPD officers, killing one of the men, Sean Bell, on the morning after his bachelor party, and severely wounding two of his friends.[1] The incident sparked fierce criticism of the police from some members of the public and drew comparisons to the 1999 killing of Amadou Diallo.[2] Three of the five detectives involved in the shooting went to trial[3] on charges ranging from manslaughter to reckless endangerment, and were found not guilty."

-WIKIPEDIA

"There is nothing new under the sun"- King solomon. The above cases in recent years, among many in the urban struggle sparked a stream of social awareness of the ills of inner city politics; specifically the relation of minorties and law enforcement. I personally advocate even the more social consciousness among the inner cities; due to the reflection of mass media stereotypes, and the hidden themes of racial profiling. Considerable time has passed in the wake of the above cases, and due to freedom of speech in the fabric of american democracy, these and many other cases of social injustices have been exposed. Nonetheless it is a constant struggle, on camara or off. Specifically in the inner city's, social consciousness is part of the element of survival; to understand the spirit and mindset of your environment; and the activity, apart
from the badge or behind it. A notable project that reflects social injustices is the 2000 throwback "hip hop for respect", created in the wake of the amadou diallo case:

"Hip Hop for Respect was a project which released one EP for Rawkus Records. It was organized & created by Mos Def & Talib Kweli to speak out against police brutality
Amadou Diallo had been murdered by policeman the previous year, so the subject of police brutality was prevalent.
Rappers featured on the EP include Kool G Rap, Rah Digga, Sporty Thievz, Shabaam Sahdeeq, Common, Pharoahe Monch, Posdnous, Dante & Main Flow of Mood, Nine, Tiye Phoenix, Breezly Brewin' of Juggaknots, Punchline, Imani Uzuri, EL-P & Mr. Len of Company Flow, Jah Born of Medina Green, What? What?, John Forté, Fre, J-Live, Rubix, Invincible, Wordsworth, A.L., Kofi Taha, Tame One, Jane Doe, Grafh, Shyheim, Channel Live, Wise Intelligent, Crunch Lo, Rock of Heltah Skeltah, Nonchalant, Ras Kass, Dead Prez, & Parrish Smith."-WIKIPEDIA

-We close with a recent documentry of an artist collective on this very subject. And the request of prayers toward my brother and G.G.O/t.h.u.g. angel wu-tang affiliate hell razah, who recently came out of icu into rehabilitaion after a brain anuerism. We feature a song off his upcoming project "the heaven razah lp". Continue to heal brother.






" STIR OF ECHOES" HELL RAZAH FT. ATARI BLITZKRIEG


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