I don't know what I was thinking, but I didn't realize that The Retro Kidz a) were a rap group, 2) did anything other than show up for photo ops and video shoots and III) were anything more than a gimmick who happened to get a lot of press.
But consider me corrected after I peeped their video for their song "New Era" over the weekend. These guys and a gal are doing way more than sporting dookie ropes, high-top fades, stonewashed denim and shell-toe Adidas. They are a troop of rapping and dancing young heads who pay their respects to the golden era of hip hop in all that they do. This can clearly be seen in the video for "New Era," which is a bright, bold retro romp and looks like something you would have seen The Mayor Chris Thomas or Donnie Simpson introducing on their respective BET video shows back in the day. I would have liked to have heard more from the crew's female emcee, 1st Lady, but perhaps she'll get a chance to shine on their other material. Now if you'll excuse me I have to go practice my Kid 'N Play Kickstep. I've gotten a little rusty in 20 years.
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The Retro Kidz [MySpace]
"New Era" [iTunes]
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