Insane, out of control, metaphysically impossible rhyme spitter H2-O wouldn't be dead or in jail if he didn't rap. He'd be raking in a six-figure salary at a corporate incentive firm; the job he quit to pursue a music career full time. It's an enormous risk, but Lemonte Williams has already beaten the odds.
Williams aka H2-O was raised in Paterson, New Jersey where his tough adolescence served as a catalyst to excel academically and would eventually propel him to attend Duke University. However, after achieving both academic and economic success, the young man was still consumed by two lifelong passions: music and love for his community.
H2-O began honing his skills by ripping stages along the eastern seaboard and dropped his first mixtape, "Teser" ("Reset" backwards), in February of 2009. Authoritative at times, burlesque at others, the promotional release was a whirlwind of lyrical dexterity and would land H2-O on the pages of several Hip-Hop publications, including The Source magazine as the "Unsigned Hype" for August 2009.
Never one to rest on his laurels, H2-O quickly followed up "Teser" with his impressive second mixtape, "The 48th Law", featuring production by sensational UK beatsmiths Street Fabulous and The Buchanans, who crafted Lupe Fiasco's "Fire". Upcoming projects will include CEO of the European Record Label - Bassivity Music - Vanja Ulepic and top flight production from Jay-Z's "Empire State Of Mind" masterminds Angela Hunte & Janet Sewell-Ulepic and Fanthom (50 Cent's "Magic Stick").
While he raps about hot whips and wild women as much as the next guy, H2-O distinguishes himself by promoting a different path to success and encouraging moderation in his rhymes, a message that seems right on time considering the mounting number of celebrity bankruptcies, foreclosures, and repossessions being reported on the gossip pages.
"Many artists in the game are fiscally responsible but they never speak about it," says the rapper, who will drop his next mixtape, "Ala Carte (Made to Order)", in February 2010. "They let fans believe that they're really blowing all this money on menial things, but in reality they aren't."
H2-O has way too much Paterson in him to conform to this apparently hypocritical mindset or the sounds currently dominating today's Hip-Hop industry. His life lessons have left an indelible mark on him and the rapper feels compelled to share those lessons with others. A gambler at heart, he is betting all of this will force him to stand out in the crowd and connect with fans on a more intimate level.
"I want fans to know when they listen to [me] they're listening to a real person that experiences real things and, regardless of his fame or bank account, he is not immune to the harsh realities of life."
RESET is the sequel to H2-O's critically acclaimed debut mixtape "TESER" which earned him a coveted spot in the Source Magazine as Unsigned Hype in August 09'. Fresh off his most successful mixtape to date, "A La Carte" which gained a total of over 20,000 downloads on the internet, H2-O now proudly presents RESET. "This project represents growth both musically and mentally" says H2-O. "The purpose of the project was to bring to the forefront much of the bullsh!@ that is currently in hip-hop and to challenge all people; fans, artists, and executives alike to RESET their perspectives on our music". Once you consider that and add H2-O's passion and personal experiences, there is enough to decide whether you, the listeners, are also ready to RESET. Enjoy!
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You asked for something more personal... You asked for more substance... You asked to know what was going on in my life... So I decided to give you just what you asked for. "A La Carte", which is a French language loan phrase meaning "According To The Menu" or "Made To Order ", used in restaurant terminology. I cooked this project from scratch at the requests of (you) my listeners. You are getting a full course meal filled with heartfelt emotion, lyrical ingenuity and pure charisma with 'A La Carte' from your chef for the evening, yours truly, H2-O. Enjoy!
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Every man knows that any or all of the following things can, does, and most probably will happen when he goes to the strip club: - 1. Spend money you don't have. - 2. Have one too many drinks, - 3. Get caught up with that one chick (you know what I'm talking about!!!!) - 4. Ultimately try to fu@! her whether you are single or not. After the sh!t I've been through, I felt it was only right to share my stories with you. I decided to color my experiences and take you through the night I decided to "Never Go To The Strip Club" Enjoy!
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The 48th Law of Power is to Assume Formlessness. "By taking a shape, by having a visible plan, you open yourself up for attack. Instead of taking a form for your enemy to grasp, keep yourself adaptable and on the move. Accept the fact that nothing is certain and no law is fixed. The best way to protect yourself is to be as fluid and formless as water; never bet on stability or lasting order. Everything changes" (Green, Robert xvi, The 48 Laws of Power). From the artist that brought you TESER and The Source Magazine Unsigned Hype (August 09'). H2-O proudly presents The 48th Law. Enjoy!
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RESET is a radical concept that challenges everyone to examine their views, perspectives, business practices, personal relationships and themselves as a person. These challenges are brought to the forefront by listening to my product which speaks to all of the aforementioned from different approaches. I’m not just talking about the money I have… I’m showing you how I acquire it (through investments, real estate, etc). I’m not just talking about my relationships...I’m explaining the strengths and weakness of them as to prepare you for what could happen. I’m not just challenging the public to examine themselves… I’m baring my soul through my music so you know I’m practicing the same thing. Phase one of implementing this concept comes in the form of TESER. Enjoy!
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