DJ Babu and Rakaa of Dilated Peoples have combined forces to form The Expansion Team Soundsystem; a classic yet progressive “Party Rocking” duo. The two were inspired by the essence of classic hip-hop culture and will attempt to think out of the box with their energetic tour titled Get On Board Or Get Out The Way.
“Babu and I were on stage before we were making records so we know what we’re doing.” states Rakaa “We’re having fun and business is good outside of the lines.”
Expansion Team Soundsystem formed in the summer of 2004 out of a true love to move crowds around the world. Beginning as solo DJing gigs for Babu, they soon included Rakaa as the master of ceremonies, keeping the pace and accenting sets with rhymes. Combining key elements from party DJing, turntablism, lyricism, club hosting and dancehall spices, they created an awe-inspiring, one-of-a-kind Hip-Hop rocking experience.
“ETS is something that developed naturally with Rakaa on the mic, me on the turntables, and us just rocking a party and having fun” says Babu. “We really try to keep it spontaneous and connect with the crowd.”
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There are plans for the show to hit the road both internationally and in the states. They are slated to hit Australia, New Zealand and Japan in March and then go to Europe in late April. Look for Expansion Team Soundsystem in a city near you soon!
