Minneapolis,
MN – Prizzy Icky began his long term love affair with music at a very young
age, gifted a notebook at eleven by his lyricist step-father, he was encouraged
to pursue his talents from the start of his life. Raised in areas that also
bred icons of American pop and hip hop, Prizzy recalls noticing how tourists
would flock to the murals and memories of his hometown, where Prince got his
start in life. While trying to make it in music, music moguls like Prince and
Michael Jackson continue to be an inspiration for the up-and-coming artist, who
is eager to put his beloved town back on the map with another hit EP, “Needle
in a Haystack.”
With
a unique sound that is borderline cult-inspired, his low, chanting vibe gives
way to a technique that is unprecedented in the rap game. Says Prizzy Icky of
his music, “I was in choir in high school, so I’ve learned to train my voice in
an operatic manner, so when you hear the background melodies, it gives you kind
of a cathedral sound.” People mixing rap with harmonies certainly isn’t new,
but the way in which he does it is personal to him and has its own distinct
flare. “I took that and elevated it, I
turned that notch up to 100,” he says with a smile. His unique style doesn’t
stop at his harmonies, however. His subject matter is also worth noting. In a
heated political climate like we’re facing in 2017, it’s hard not to have an
opinion about the happenings of the world. Whether he’s speaking about the
water issues in Flint, Michigan or talking about more personal, intimate
problems – like a beleaguered trip to the grocery store without enough funds –
his music is relatable whether your problems are big or small.
His
latest project, a six-track EP entitled “Needle in a Haystack” is now available
on all major digital platforms. The EP derives its name from Prizzy’s
hard-to-find unique zest for life. To fully understand, you’ll have to listen
to his music, and once you do, you’ll realize why this one-of-a-kind artist is
so incredibly powerful and relevant. The most charming thing about Prizzy Icky
is his motivation. Sure, if he strikes it rich because of rap, he’ll welcome
that. But, that’s not why he set out to make a name for himself. His true
motivation is to bring attention back to his beloved hometown and show that
people from little, sleepy towns in the middle of the country can travel far if
they only dream big enough.
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