"When
I first heard "The World Is Yours" by Nas, I knew rap
was something more than just rhyming words to beats."
Inspired
by Nas @ a young age, little did Jovan Branch know that he would
soon be the next rap star.Born and raised in
North Newark,it wasn't until he moved to Union county years later
and discovered his writing talent and formed SageTheInfinite.
"I was about 16 when I started to seriously write rhymes
and form ideas and flows". Inspired
by the likes of Nas, Raekwon, AZ, Jay-z, Notorious B.I.G. etc.,
Sage has embodied the east coast style heavily in his music. "I'm
jus trying to bring the East Coast NY sound back" says the
young rapper.
Dropping
5 classic mixtapes underground, Sage is no rookie to rhymes. In
particular his mixtape "Still On Tha Low 4 Dolo" captures
Sage in his purest form moving from track to track with interviews
from the rapper to really capture his personality.
"It's kinda like a soundtrack to my mind you know, Just letting
people see through a little window inside my mind".
With
the new single “Move Dat”, Sage has fully crossed over
into the commercial side of HipHop, but don't think he's all commercial
just yet.
"I'm always going to put my all into my
lyrics, Im a lyricist first in its purest form, so I'm always
going to take extensive time with my lyrics".
Combining exciting beats and raw intelligent lyrics, this is only the beginning of this rappers extensive talent. "I'm just trynna bring the rap back....
" On the ground floor taking the elevator to the top, this amazing talent is stepping out of the shadows to make his contribution to the annals of hip-hop. Position yourself to experience by way of “Brick City” (Newark), the Jersey representative. Building his career one block at a time, the self-described fan of the music developed his musical philosophy from his upbringing. A lifeline of the surround sounds of a musician father and singer mom, he was introduced to the universal language at an early age. Although always around music he didn’t begin his own expressions until mid-teens. The influence of hip-hop icons and a natural inherent ability is the impetus and motivational force that launched an artist the caliber of SAGEtheINFINITE. The introspective MC is an artist extraordinaire on the rise, on a progressive odyssey, taking hip-hop back where it belongs. Getting ready to smash records with a balance of commercial appeal and rhyme skills, his lyrical flow is his instrument. Collaborating with rising star producer Huggy, he has crafted a project that highlights his versatility and define the man behind the artistry.
This is not some opportunistic undertaking, SAGE has something to say and his music is the outlet to spread his offerings to a multitude.
Hip-hop is on fire, albeit a languishing blaze, and he’s is bringing more heat to take it to another level, flowing over a smoldering lava igniting sparks that are bound to bring attention. While others may be locked in repetition or chasing trends, the door is wide open for an exponent who expertly fuses his harmonic flow and hooks with incredible hip-hop beats as a backdrop. Creating indelible verses to be preserved as he works toward a clearly defined sound showcasing an effortless mix of poignant thoughtfulness and clever wordplay. SAGEtheINFINITE is not just a persona being assumed; in many ways the songs are extensions of the young man. They can’t be separated, both are happening in the same time and space. One does not exist without the other. In the world of bling and thuggery, words and music is his weapon selection and he uses this vocabulary with ease, employing it to articulate his feelings and emotions rather than a mere stylistic device to create an artform. Changing the tenor of hip-hop. Making the right moves… navigating a rugged landscape like a seasoned pro…the dexterity of his lyrics is sure to secure him a seat amongst lyrical champions. On an axis tilted toward a hope that is being realized… The possibilities are infinite. This is an auspicious debut; accept no substitutes, no imitations.
He’s changing the game…can’t be stopped … he’s got a microphone.
