Bossalaus
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Introduction
Artistic Movement
After a millenia in obscurity, the Bossalaus Order sets sail in the ocean of all-media under the leadership of the Lotus Dignitaries. Based in the Pacific Northwest, broadcasting from the advanced networks at Majestic Soundlab in Kennewick,WA, The Bossalaus Movement ventures out to take part in the birth of a new renaissance. Working with a range of artists, the movement is founded in the hip-hop culture but shares influence and inspiration with varied groups, genres and affiliations.
As with most information in this age, localized implementation of high-speed internet access allowed the Lotus leadership to step into a larger world during 2002. Creative contributors are located throughout North America with partnerships in neighboring countries and overseas.
Hip Hop Subculture
Actively participating and promoting NW hip-hop, the independent faction is unaffected by the Seattle influence and does not regard western Washington as a key inspiration. Roots of the movement can be traced to the mid 90's. Vonell from Connell was host to a successful run of car show performances and a DJ business before he started working with Sebastian Select, producer and emcee from Basin City, WA. Across county, 3r1c and Bevon the Muse were busy in the making of what would become Lotus. Even in his youth, J-Factor showed promise as culture power and was recruited by 3r1c. Shortly after the year 2000, producers and personalities: Grizzy Rockstar & Lou Cheese rounded out the leadership among Lotus.
Moving into the 21st century, the leadership sought out comparative minds to collaborate with.
History
1994 - 1996 Vonell from Connell
Crews were established; breakdancing the craze among future Boss brothers. Sebastian Select and Avenue (as Vonell was known then) had started rapping; 3r1c, Yoda, Peter, Eli, and Bevon the Muse were breakin'. Vonell DJ'd the venues and made a name for himself throughout the area. It wasn't long before he traded in his trademark back-flip for some moves of his own on the dance floor. As an accomplished artist, he left his mark on the community and though his rap sessions with Sebastian Select remained secret, he provided leadership and opportunity for each corner of Connell, Washington's own brand of hip-hop.
1996 - 1997 Don't Stop the Rock
Breakdancing in the village of Connell reaches its peak, Yoda departs for Pasco, 3r1c, Peter, & Bevon the Muse form rap crew: DXP, Vonell & Sebastian Select form rap crew: Top Shelf. Get Down (EP) is released and performed at numerous parties. 3r1c outlines Lotus philosophy; lays ground work for The Enlightenment. Brandon Eveland refines his art style and begins his great early works. Grizzy Rockstar, Ryan Johnson, & Nick Haack reside as band: MYLK. Bevon the Muse & C-Loc take interest in DJing. J-Factor writes his first rhymes.
1998 - 2000 The Lotus Dignitaries
Rap crews start thinking as a unit. DJing becomes a business: Lotus Music regarded as offering up some of the greatest dance parties in Eastern Washington. Breakdancing is alive again for a short time as J-Factor is dancing in his prime. The legendary No Samples Cleared: The Mixtape is recorded and released. Everyone departs for college or other callings. Sebastian Select, Lou Cheese, and Grizzy Rockstar make frequent trips to the Triple4zero while producing Bossalaus: Mark of the Lotus. Meanwhile, J-Factor discovers the local club scene and Vonell ends up in Montana.
2001 - 2003 The Bossalaus Warriors
Lotus takes the helm of the Bossalaus Order, setting the stage for a full-on artistic movement. Bossalaus: Mark of the Lotus is released to compact disc and multiple digital music vendors. The Bossalaus Trilogy is scrapped and work begins with outside artists. Sebastian Select and The Dro distribute cds in various parts of Texas. Vonell releases 3 mixtapes, retaining popularity throughout the Columbia Basin, and reclassifying himself as a producer/artist. Sebastian Select produces Actions, elevating his production status yet again. Big Grib produces many memorable tracks. Mr. C returns, still a mystery. Lotus collaborators include: Twomp, St.509, Chato Blanko, Mr. J, Eric Torres, MSK, MC Prophet, 3Deep, T.O.P., RC, Humble, Sweet Diss & the Comebacks, Denver Dave.
2004 Lotus Winter
The Triple4zero is decommissioned after the fateful flood. Established members undertake many independent projects as the crew is dispersed throughout the Columbia Basin. J-Factor releases 5th official album, 5th Element. Select begins initial work with his apprentice crew: T.O.P. and Alex Saenz of FireFrost Entertainment. In what appears to be a disbanded movement, the Lotus production team reevaluates ideals and formulates a new plan to construct the ultimate studio/production facility as a new headquarters. With numerous projects on hold, the demand for a broad web presence grows; Bevon the Muse and Lou Cheese begin assembling endless amounts of html.
2005 Turn of the Tide
Bevon the Muse tours with the Seattle Cascades drum & bugle corps assessing the physical, financial and personnel demands of touring on a large scale. Evan Bates watches over the studio @ Apt. A1. Lou Cheese positions himself in Pasco to make new contacts. Grizzy Rockstar endures a memorable Maui visit. Lotus forms a business partnership to seek out funding for the future NPO and new studio. Sebs and Webs begin production on Double Covered Schemes.
2006 - 2007 The Majesticans
Alex Saenz determines a location for the new headquarters in Downtown Kennewick. Sebs and Webs seek out aid for the construction while Lou Cheese acquires/assembles computers destined to fill the halls of Majestic Soundlab. Grizzy Rockstar joins band: 4$man, performing locally. Big Grib launches Grib Nation: No Holds Barred as a podcast. The new studio takes longer than expected to finish but endures and benefits from marinating a bit. Bevon the Muse conducts first photoshoot with Laci Walden.
2008 - 2009 Nobodies from Nowhere
Though doubt consumed the onlookers, Majestic Soundlab reached completion and new sounds bled through the walls and whispered beneath the streets. Grizzy Rockstar joins band: All Gussied Up. Sebs and Webs begin recording page after page of warehoused lyrics. J-Factor becomes famed as a socialite and party-goer while raising up new apprentice artists and crews. The 3000 series of new beats continues expansion. Grizzy Rockstar creates project: Shoofly. Alex Saenz rekindles band: The Hutchinson Effect. Dusting off the flagship brand as a viral marketing strategy, NFN is launched as the chief hub of all information associated with Bossalaus and its members. Rebecca Muse marks her membership with a photo session hosted at Majestic Soundlab, Phillip Chouinard, Alex Saenz, and Bevon the Muse are on hand as photographers. All Gussied Up records first album at Robert Lang Studios. Pat Stiner records first official Pat Stiner Show as a host program for Mighty Mixtape: Tri-Cities, WA Hip-Hop, first mixtape of the Mighty Mixtape series. The Nobody Cares: NFN Retreat is a huge success. Bevon the Muse arranges photos and graphics work for Sarahenity's album cover.
