At Toronto’s 2004 Flow 93.5FM Urban FlowCase Finals, J. Staxxx had hundreds of spectators hollering with their hands in the air much like hip-hop parties of the early eighties. Among them, Canadian Idol Judge Farley Flex, who showed more enthusiasm for J. Staxxx than any Canadian Idol contestant. Such a reaction is very rare in the Toronto hip-hop scene, yet common for J. Staxxx.
He hasnﾒt been shot nine times nor is he negotiating a multi-million dollar deal from prison. J. Staxxx is creating a buzz without gimmicks. Thousands of his independently released mixtapes circulate the streets, and so does word that he puts on an ncredible live show. Mixtape DJs and radio DJs alike have been supporting him. J. Staxxxﾒs recent interview on Project Bounce 89.5FM was one that has received more feedback than almost any other on the network. The public is definitely paying attention.
By his mid-teens, J. Staxxx had been influenced by the reality of Torontoﾒs infamous Jane Strip. He did his dirt ﾖ and learned. Rather than follow the path of many of his peers, he veered left. J. Staxxx is now a voice for the streets, writing lyrics that reflect his surroundings. He sheds light to what is happening in his neighborhood. He speaks to those outside looking in and to those inside looking out – acting as a bridge to two different worlds. His street knowledge, charisma, and talent make most of the man he is today. It also makes his music. Musicains arenﾒt his musical influence, life is.
Currently recording his first full-length album, J. Staxxx is ready for whatever comes his way. Heﾒs been working hard. He knows he has to ﾖ and wants to. J. Staxxx has surrounded himself with people of the same work ethic. The as-yet untitled album features songs ranging from up-tempo radio and club hits to slow songs. Itﾒs packed with the same charisma seen in J, Staxxxﾒs live performance, yet features soulful melodies worthy of his more reflective writing.
With the added support of one of Canadaﾒs most promising independent hip-hop labels and a strong management team, J. Staxxx is sure to continue on the road to success.
J. Staxxx “Old School”
ﾓJ. Staxxx and his hype men drop a set that brings energy and dead-clever linesﾅ itﾒs realﾔ -Jason Richards, NOW Magazine
