In support of his latest mixtape
No Handouts, JD era held a invite only listening session for members of the press and radio at the Ice H20 offices in Toronto on May 1st 2012. For the lucky few in attendance the night included Horderves, drinks and a sampling of music from Era"s latest mixtape
No Handouts.
Since it was announced that Raekwon would be starting a label in Toronto with JD Era being the first act signed under the imprint, expectations have been high. Having the burden of proving that Canadian talent can be successful without crossing the border has been a tall order for many artists to prove. However, with quality music like the well crafted
No Handouts, Era is well on his way to proving that it can be done. With solid production from 9th wonder, Lex Luger, Burd X Keyz and amazing features on standout tracks like
Mount Olympus with
Shi Wisdom and
The Greatest featuring Raekwon,
No Handouts sets the stage for Era to become a household name without having to leave the great white north.
We spoke with Era about the making of No Handouts, who his favourite Wu -Tang artist was growing up, and why he feels Canadian MC's can compete with the best of them.
Click on the link to check out the entire interview on what he has to say plus plenty more.
