J.Period & Nneka

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From fury to folly, overwhelming enthusiasm to complete rage – madness is a term used to describe an extreme state or extreme journey, which tends to leave the participant altered, sometimes forever. In an era of political corruption, fast paced technology, and what some may argue as a cultural renaissance, madness is sometimes the term that fits best to describe the state we’re living in today. It is the madness that speaks to our generation, and The Madness (Onye-Ala) that Nneka and J.Period present to the world on December 15, 2009. Utilizing J.Period’s unique documentary-style approach to the mixtape, The Madness (Onye-Ala) is a collection of new and remixed tracks from Nneka, the Nigerian born singer/songwriter who is quickly making her stamp on the US. Featuring guest appearances from heavyweights of all kinds, The Madness (Onye-Ala) includes exclusive new tracks from M-1 (Dead Prez), Jay Electronica, Zumbi (Zion I), Rakaa (Dilated Peoples), Aceyalone (Freestyle Fellowship), General Steele (Boot Camp Clik) & Talib Kweli. “What struck me most about Nneka’s music is that her story is so present in every song,” says J.Period, “The spirit and struggle of her roots in Africa, a sense of responsibility inherited from Fela, conflict and perspective gained living abroad in Germany. Her music is a contagious combination of genres and styles that just pulled me in right away. Artists who refuse to be confined to one genre are often considered crazy. Artists who follow their con

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The Madness (Onye-Ala)

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The Madness (Onye-Ala) (Singles)

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Electronica

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The Madness

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[GIANT STEP DIGITAL DJ PROMO] Nneka DJ Sampler

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Thefullclip.com

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We Love...Vol 10 (www.putmeonit.com)

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Amc2011 mixtape album

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MEEZY LISTENIN VOL 10

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Best World POP Romantic Hits (2009 - 2011)

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Hip Hop Is Read Presents The Tape Deck '09: Volume #64

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Winston 100s (Disc 6)

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