Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com]

About Me

VOCAB MALONE has been a full-time hip hop artist since 1999. His specialty on stage is getting the crowd involved in a fun way. His specialty off stage is teaching Biblical theology and history. In fact, he regularly contributes articles to backpackapologetics.com. VOCAB has recorded several professional albums, all of which employ his trademark energetic Old School-influenced style.
THE WORLD's FIRST HOLY HIP HOPERA
When asked about his favorite creative endeavor, he quickly says, "THE ONE", a hip hop opera he acted in and co-wrote . VOCAB and the 70-member cast performed this production at the historical Herberger Theater and in Veteran's Coliseum at the Arizona State Fair. Audiences all over agree that THE ONE is a life-changing work. View clips from the show at theonemusical.com.
SPOKEN WORD / SLAM POET
Another avenue VOCAB pursues is spoken word poetry. In 2002, he went to the PSI Nationals. He has recited his pieces in coffee houses and art galleries throughout the U.S. These experiences have enabled him to engage a variety of audiences, from college campuses to local libraries. He's also used poetry to help support the Arizona Right to Life movement.
URBAN ARTS & THE INNER CITY
Even though VOCAB's music is somewhat light-hearted, he has a burning concern for the streets. VOCAB has ministered in many juvenile penitentiaries and low-income neighborhoods. He can often be found freeestyling on a downtown corner as part of an outreach supported by URBAN ARTISTS UNITED [UAU]. UAU received the award for BEST CHRISTIAN HIP HOP ARTISTS by THE PHOENIX NEW TIMES in 2006.
OTHER VARIOUS CREDITS
On a different note, Vocab has worked as a host for the syndicated Radio U, KXEG 1280 in Phoenix, and several internet radio stations. As an artist, he has collaborated with John Reuben, Vex Da Vortex (Boogiemonsters), Red Cloud, Pigeon John, and DJ Manwell (Grits). He has shared the stage with KJ 52, Five Iron Frenzy, T-Bone, Anticon, Paul Wright, Cross Movement, and Natalie Grant.
CLOSING QUOTE
"I want to be the type of artist who encourages people instead of discouraging them. This involves a lot of breaking down of negative stereotypes. Hip hop is a vehicle for personal expression but it's also a platform to share The Truth." 'Nuff said!
RANDOM STATS & FACTS
Full Name: John-Mark Rieser
Ethnicity: German / Italian
Family: Married with one child
Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio
Residence: Phoenix, Arizona
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Member Since: 1/14/2005
Band Website: vocabmalone.com
Band Members: vocab on the mic * b-boy drew on the floor * cre on the tables * tommyboy on the beats
your mom and 'nem in the crowd !!!
Influences: Groove Shack, Thieve's World, Roots Records, Snaps-N-Taps, Lucky Dragon, Cafe Arte, The Exchange, Off the Hook, Willow House ...
Sounds Like: The history professor who dabbles in rap * Donnie Osmond for the hip hop generation * The Italian underground version of Will Smith * A happy/weird/fun poet/mc from the future past * Your favorite game show host on 2 cans of Red Bull
Record Label: Makeshift Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

A Brief Response to The History Channels’ BANNED BOOKS of the BIBLE

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Posted by Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com] on Tue, 03 Apr 2007 01:19:00 PST

Racism Still Sucks!

"LEARNED IGNORANCE"[a poem by vocab malone]Good morningPlease open up your Bibles to the back of book to GalatiansAnd then shout out with props to all the Jamaicans and HaitiansCaucasians Arabs Asians...
Posted by Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com] on Tue, 06 Feb 2007 03:14:00 PST

WHO WAS THE REAL SAINT PATRICK?

St. Patrick of Ireland was none of these things. What do I mean, you may ask. Well, let me explain. SAINT? Patrick opens his Confession with these words, "I, Patrick, a sinner and indeed untaught"....
Posted by Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com] on Sun, 11 Mar 2007 06:18:00 PST

LOST TOMB OF JESUS - OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY

This article is written in response to several inquiries I have received from friends and family wondering about the new Discovery Channel docu-drama "The Lost Tomb of Jesus". This film, produced by ...
Posted by Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com] on Wed, 07 Mar 2007 08:30:00 PST

"NOW WE GETTIN' DOWN 2 THA REAL NITTY GRITTY" - part 1

Now that we've laid the groundwork for legitimate hip hop evangelism, it's time to look at some specific issues raised by the critics of Christian hip hop. The main critic, of course, is Craig G. Lewi...
Posted by Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com] on Sat, 27 Jan 2007 12:54:00 PST

"THE NATURE OF THE GREAT COMMISSION"

A large part of the debate between holy hip hop artists and those who would silence them is in each respective group's understanding of The Great Commission. The primary section of Scripture for the b...
Posted by Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com] on Fri, 26 Jan 2007 02:31:00 PST

A CASE STUDY IN CULTURE:NAAMAN OF SYRIA

How are we to deal with unbelievers, those outside the faith? How about those of a different "nation", especially one that is causing us harm (i.e., hip hop culture)? If said people get saved, what sh...
Posted by Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com] on Tue, 23 Jan 2007 02:47:00 PST

IS HIP HOP 100% NO GOOD?

"CAN ANYTHING GOOD COME OUT OF NAZARETH"?By Vocab Malone of UAU_incGOD LIKES TO USE "THOSE" PEOPLEGod often uses the unlikely. He seems to delight in magnifying the obscure and exalting the weak. He l...
Posted by Vocab Malone [BackpackTRUTH.com] on Mon, 08 Jan 2007 01:31:00 PST