Layzie Bone Talks to Press in Anticipation of BTNH’s Second Manila Show

Since 1995, rap group Bone Thugs-n-Harmony (BTNH) has enjoyed enormous worldwide success for their unique brand of hip-hop, with them winning a Grammy in 1997 for their song “Tha Crossroads” and with About.com ranking them #12 von their list of the “25 Best Rap Groups of All Time,”and also MTV calling them “the most melodic hip-hop group of all time.”

Second Manila Concert

Bone Thugs-n-Harmony is back in Manila for their second concert, this time for the benefit of the victims of super-typhoon Haiyan. “It feels great to be back,” says Layzie Bone. “It’s great to be back to perform for our fans, but this time we’ll be doing it to help, in our own way, the victims of the typhoon.”

Perfect Timing and leaving BTNH

Layzie Bone just finished work on his eighth solo album entitled Perfect Timing. With this, rumors have been circulating that he has left the hip-hop group.

“I’d like to clarify this thing that is going around that I left Bone Thugs. I was just misquoted at the last interview that I did. I can never leave Bone. I have a brother, Flesh-n-Bone, and a cousin, Wish, in Bone. My best friend, Krayzie, is in Bone, and my mother even sort of adopted Bizzy into the family. We’re family. You can never leave family. I’m just out right now, focusing on my solo career—trying to spread my wings and develop my own personal style.”  

Still a Simple Man despite All the Success

With the rapper enjoying huge success in his musical career, he is asked about what he does with his free time. “When I’m not recording or performing in shows, I just like to chill. I love playing basketball and playing Xbox with my kids.” He adds, “Well, aside from the music, I’m busy with my own clothing line, if you can call it that. Because my name is Howse, I kind of focused on house-wear. We already came out with this line of pajamas, because you know, I’m ‘lazy.’ We’re also coming up with our own line of lingerie for the ladies.”

Music and Technology

Of all the BTNH members, Layzie Bone is the most active on social media, with him having his own Twitter and Instagram accounts. “It’s great what they have today, especially with all this new technology like Twitter and Facebook. I can be sitting right there in Cleveland, and with just a push of a button, I can be sending you some songs or beats with just a push of a button from my phone. It’s also a great way to communicate with the people, our fans ;  there are actually no boundaries or limitations to what you can do.”

Hip-Hop and the Message behind the Music

With all that is happening to hip-hop, with it evolving and changing day-to-day with the emergence of new artists and styles, we ask Layzie how he feels with this change. “I like what’s happening to hip-hop nowadays. There are a lot of new things and developments. There’s the appearance of new ways of expressing yourself and appreciating music.” BTNH has been a major influence in the musical development of a whole generation of rappers, here and abroad, to which he reacts, “Well, what can I say? All I can do is to feel honored for how people have been appreciating our music. It is really unreal when you think of […] how a simple boy from the streets of Cleveland influenced a whole group of artists and musicians. It’s just an honor.”

“Music should always have a message behind it. To all the young artists, you should always try to push a message. Go and write songs and tell your story.” 

Bone Thugs-n-Harmony is performing on June 11, 2014 at the Mall of Asia Arena. Event poster from the official Facebook event page, where you can also find ticketing details. 

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‘SBS Inkigayo’ Round-up: VIXX Wins #1 With ‘Eternity’ On The June 8, 2014 …

SBS ’Inkigayo’ is back for another week of great performances from some of your favorite K-Pop idols. Your hosts for the night were Lee Yu Bi and ZE:A’s Kwanghee; the special MC’s were EXO-K’s Baekhyun and Sehun.

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Stars who made their comeback were Big Bang’s Taeyang with his new single, “Eyes, Nose, and Lips;” which G-Dragon supported his member as he was with him on stage, Crush made an awesome comeback with “Hug Me”, U-KISS said, “Quit Playing”, ZE:A returned with “Breathe”, Sweet Sorrow had a “Pounding Heart”, and Boyfriend returned by having an “Obsession.”

Your nominees for the night were Gary Jung In, INFINITE, and VIXX. The winner for the June 8, 2014 episode was VIXX for their single, “Eternity.” Congratulations to them!

All this being said, here are the performance recaps from last night.

Performance Recaps

ZE:A

ZE:A made their comeback as they performed their new single, “Breathe.” The guys looked like marvelous angels as they sung about seeing a beautiful woman. The ladies in the audience were probably out of “Breathe” because of how handsome the members looked last night. ZE:A were full of energy and charismatic. Siwan once again did not have any lines and was in the back while their were performing. What do you think of ZE:A’s performance this week and Siwan not having too many music lines?

Big Bang’s Taeyang and G-Dragon

Taeyang is back and he made an awesome comeback as him and G-Dragon took the stage last night. For the performance with Taeyang and G-Dragon, Taeyang performed his new single titled, “Stay With Me.” The fans will absolutely stay with Taeyang as they hope that Taeyang wins a first place trophy next week. Taeyang also performed his new single titled, “Eyes, Nose, Lips.” The stage setting was fantastic. ‘Inkigayo’ sets the stage well because all eyes were on Taeyang. What is your opinion on Taeyang’s return last night?

U-KISS

Steamy hot guys U-KISS are going to make women scream as they returned last night. The guys performed their hot single and told the women back up dancers to “Quit Playing” with their minds. With their modified choreography, U-KISS are now able to promote their new single. Some of the guys were lip biting as they are enjoying the touching from the women. Though, this is all part of the performance; act mature and perform great. What is your opinion of their performance last night and modified choreography?

Sweet Sorrow

The guys of Sweet Sorrow had a “Pounding Heart” as they sang about love hitting them during the spring season. Though their performance was short, the guys kept the audience entertained. The song is perfect for a guy who is falling in love with a beautiful woman.

Crush

Crush came out with lots of energy as he performed his new single titled, “Hug Me.” Gaeko is featured on his new single as he sang with his awesome rapping skills. Crush wore a black leather jacket and shorts. Crush made his comeback this week; what is your opinion regarding his performances on the music shows?

Boyfriend

Boyfriend made their comeback last night as they performed their new single, “Obsession.” Good thing they have someone holding the chairs when they stand on it during the introduction. Their new single is upbeat and will get you to dance with them. Boyfriend made their comeback this week; which performance did you like?

EXO

EXO came out on stage for the last time as they are ending their promotions. The guys received an “Overdose” of love as they performed with high energy and charisma for their goodbye stage. Someone call the doctor because the audience were definitely giving EXO an “Overdose” of love and support. Their outfit last night was great as they wore a white coat, black pants, and long sleeved undershirt; very stylish. EXO fans are hoping that the guys make a comeback quickly because this promotion was short.

Baek Ji Young

Baek Ji Young performed her new ballad single, “Still in Love.” She wore a beautiful dress as she sang with her great voice. Her performance was cut short; though, she performed well.

Kim Yeon Woo

Kim Yeon Woo looked mysterious as he wore a black suit while wearing shades for his performance last night. Kim sang his new single titled, “Move.” The track ranks number twenty-six this week. Kim has a great voice that will make you “Move” and dance.

Jiyeon

T-ara’s Jiyeon performed her sexy single, “1Min 1Sec.” Jiyeon does not have to show skin to be sexy; she is sexy because of her choreography. Even with a modified choreography, Jiyeon is doing a great job on entertaining the audience. Jiyeon wore a black blazer suit and skirt with a white long sleeved under shirt. Her single ranks number fifteen this week on ‘Inkigayo.’ The message of Jiyeon’s single is regarding her not being able to live without her lover for one second and one minute.

G.NA

G.NA had a short performance as she sang her single, “Pretty Lingerie.” Her track ranks number twenty-three this week. G.NA once again looked beautiful as she wore a great spring dress. G.NA was all smiles as she is having a great time promoting her single.

Wassup

Twerking female group Wassup are back with a new song titled, “Fire.” Their song is perfect for the upcoming Brazil World Cup because it is a cheer song for the Korean men soccer team. Though their performance was short, the ladies had lots of energy.

Bay.B

Bay.B had their performance cut short as they sang their new single, “Quecera Cera.” The three ladies looked great as they sang with their beautiful voices. Bay.B should perform the long version of this single because it is good. What do you think of Bay.B? Are you fan of the ladies?

NC.A

NC.A came out with her cute single titled, “I’m Different.” She wore a nice blue shiny skirt and t-shirt. Her performance was short; though, kept the audience entertained.

BTL

BTL once again had a short performance as they came out with lots of energy and were charismatic. The guys performed their single, “Too-G.” The audience were entertained considering their cut performance. Each week, BTL are performing good.

VIXX

VIXX finally won a first place trophy as they performed with lots of energy last night. VIXX were charismatic as they sang their new hit single, “Eternity.” The guys wore a black blazer; which drove the female audience crazy as they were screaming from the beginning until end. Surely, VIXX are happy for their win last night. Congratulations to them once again.

Cross Gene

Cross Gene are back with a new single titled, “Amazing – Bad Lady.” The guys are promoting without Casper because he is injured. Cross Gene wore a purple dress suit last night. The fans has missed them because the people in the crowd were screaming from the beginning until end of their performance.

INFINITE also performed last night as they sang “Last Romeo;” which they entertained the audience.

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