Political Hip-Hop Group THE GREEN SEED Announce Tour Dates

By: Casey Judge Sep. 15, 2014

Alabama hip-hop, four piece The Green Seed is bringing back conscious rhymes, a la Tribe Called Quest, in a unique blend of heart, wit and truths. The band announces live dates this fall, hitting Mississippi, New York (for a CMJ showcase) and Louisiana. The tour is in support of their new album, Drapetomania (pronounced druh-pet-oh-may-nee-uh). The album is brimming with lyrics of social awareness courtesy of emcees R-Tist and C.O.M.P.L.E.T., the stabbing attacks of dynamic DJ duo FX and Jeff C, and a lush soundworld layered with rich textures and trunk-rattling beats.

You'd be forgiven for thinking that Drapetomania wasn't the product of the Dirty South rather than the blunted grit of J Dilla's Detroit or the otherworldly productions of Lex Records. But it's no homage -- while the album often contemplates bondage - artistic, romantic, etc. - but, ultimately, it's a soundtrack to Freedom... And whatever comes next.

The Green Seed had their debut album exclusively streamed for all to hear via SPIN, who calls it "the blend of soul, laughter, and guts." Send an email here if you wish to attend one of TGS's shows.

Tour Dates:
9/19 - Hattiesburg, MS - Thirsty Hippo
10/22 - New York, NY - Lit Lounge (For a CMJ Showcase)
11/7 - New Orleans, LA - BEATNIK