JRK Bio Discography CD < view all artists

JRK, Wide Hive Records' newest discovery, comes directly from the same back yard of San Francisco as Wide Hive itself: The Mission. Following in the well-established footsteps of Variable Unit, DJ Zeph, and DJ Quest, JRK is an illuminating beat designer that crunches soul and rock into a Hip-Hop envelope with a uniquely raw and inspired touch. After releasing two respected underground instrumental 12 inch records, JRK has centered into creating this well-rounded, eponymous debut for the past several years. Joining JRK are MCs Knows (of Uspros), Neal Rames (also known as Pariah), and Joe Con. JRK plays every instrument on the record, including the Juno 106, Digi 001 and MPC-60. Also featured on the release are several songs with up and coming vocalist Jessica Cooke, who delivers an edgy rocky performance atop JRK's scathingly delicious beats. Co-producing the album with JRK is Gregory Howe, known for producing Variable Unit, DJ Zeph, Dissent, Phil Ranelin and Calvin Keys.