With the rap industry under the heavy influence of drugs, sex, money, violence and alcohol War PartyThe Resistance (featuring legendary rapper Chuck D) is easily one of the most important albums of its time. In a movement of music designed to fight the power of influence combining forces with Chuck D from Public Enemy is definitely a historic and momentous undertaking for an independent native rap crew from the prairies.
Staying true to the keep it real code of hip-hop War Party sends a uniquely positive vibe of hope, change and empowerment. Making music to make a difference War Party is exceptionally constructive with the art form educating youth on issues such as substance abuse, suicide and positive activism
With the new album three years in the making War Party has proven their ability to persevere in the Canadian native rap scene is yet unmatched. With their new video single titled “Thank You God” already tearing up the airwaves on Much Music, War Party hopes to bring a more significant and meaningful message to the masses than the usual commercial gangster rap style.
Along with the new album and the new video War Party is introducing a new group member to the world of natives in hip-hop. He is 23 year old Thane (Lyrically) Saddleback also from the Four Nation’s Reserves in Hobbema. Thane (TJ) stepped up to the plate when former band mate Karmen Omeosoo left the group in December of 2003. He has since more than filled Karmen’s shoes making a mark with his own unique swift style of lyricism.
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War Party is Rex Smallboy, Cynthia Smallboy and Thane Saddleback
