CONCRETE ROSE MAGAZINE Volume 1. Spring 2014 | Page 28

Rapping Through The Concrete

Mike Marvel explains the significance of independent collaborations. “Being independent

shows the man power. It

shows the foot work you’ve put in

to your music.” He contin-

ues to discuss his views on how the

public preceives new art-

ists when their talent is displayed,

especially contemporary

rap artisits. “ In my opinion, being

is one of the promising new names in

where I’m from, I feel like

I have to be somewhat of a lyrical

New York City’s rap

genius.” As a young man

developing his skill, Mike Marvel

scene. Unlike many

is fully conscious of his

surroundings and prospective

signed musicians,

audience.

backed by prodigious

Continued on pg. 30

Michael Vargas, Mike Marvel,

record labels, Mike
Marvel represents the best
of a small community
of authentic rap of
whom are fortunate
to be signed
Independently.