Connekt 4

It's not strange nowadays to hear of particular artists being related to each other. In fact most entertainers use that to their advantage for a bigger fan base and higher sales. But in this case these members are close enough to resemble the acting talent of the well-known Wayans family or the musical sensation of The Jacksons. Tightly knit rapping ensemble Connekt 4 perpetuates a new feeling of family ties. Outright the four men consist of two separate sets of cousins. Lee Sane aka Nutzo, 24, and Young L, 21, make up one half and APX, 25, and Half Raized, 25, complete the group. Although there are two completely different bloodlines represented, there has never been a better example of loyalty. Past related acts have tried and failed because of that same blood becoming bad, but so far these four have proven to stick together through whatever may come. Having four different personalities in one collective can be troublesome at times if there is no obvious chemistry. Connekt 4 however uses its diversity as an advantage. On We Smooth, Lee Sane puts the message out to women of just who he is. I'm just a playa (baby)/ So you know (you can't play me)/ My game so tight (it can't breathe)/ She came, got sprung (now can't leave)/ I told you once (I'm no joke)/ One hit you hooked (like some coke)/ Wide open like a fiend (you want more)/ Saw something that you (never seen before)/ Stone cold pimpin' always (thought you knew)/ Got some cakes you can take (one for you)/ Do my thang from (Frisco to Maine)/ Hoes everywhere know about Lee Sane. From Sick Notes to Rock Bottom, Detroit has become the city where successful talent is a fine export. Connekt 4 shares that view within each other and their music. From the time we started rapping until now, Detroit rappers have advanced in major ways, says APX. Noting such Detroit familiars as Slum Village and D-12 as local favorites, Connekt 4 firmly believes that the city they all call home is full of never-ending talent. Though highly populated cities go hand in hand with animosity between artists, the standpoint on which they trust is very firm. Lee Sane states Detroit MUST support their artists. If the radio stations support Detroit artists, everyone else will. Detroit rappers got to get along with each other. We can't be beefing with each other, Half Raised agrees. Some may share the opinions of the fantastic four concerning the current state of our society in entertainment, while others feel that the occasional controversy is a plus for record sales. The reality of it all is that in times of strife, family is and should always be the best defense. If ever an example of that existed it would be in the unity and devotion of Connekt 4. Truly, mentors from whom we can all benefit.