Biography
Asylum Lifetime or "Asylife" is an aggressive emcee hailing from Bristol Ct. Bringing forth a hardcore musical style and heavy lyrical content. From punch lines to life situations, Asylum brings a full resume of trials and tribulations that is capable inspiring a "lifetime" of music. Battling drug addictions to living on the brinks of desperation and survival. Asylum brings an inside looking out perspective which gives his music a feeling of authenticity and soul. Not only is Asylum a stand alone artist he brings with him his counterpart DJ/Producer "Sherm Larock". The duo have been collectively making music since 2002. To date they have released two full length albums on their own. "Trapped in the Globe" (2002) and "Undeniable" (2004). They have also released the mix-tape "Check the Resume". Check The Resume is a compilation showcasing some of their favorite hits from both albums, as well as collaborations with the likes of CT heavyweights Blacastan, Colombeyond, as well as Queensbridge native Blaq Poet. The purpose of the mix-tape is to familiarize and re-introduce the world to Asylum lifetime and the work he has put in over the past eight years.
Sonically the music is a reflection of their influences. From the like of Wu tang, Mobb Deep, & Gangstarr as well as the golden era of hip hop, to the more recent explosion of Indie lyricists and beat makers. Asylum and Sherm are both fans and representatives of the entire hip Hop Culture. In the tradition of many other emcee/producer duo's such as Gangstarr, the Beatnuts, EPMD, Pete Rock & CL Smooth etc… Asylum and Sherm carry the torch from that era.
Currently in production of their next release "Political Asylum". The duo continue to do what they do best. Hard beats and hard rhymes in an aggressive format. In addition to recording music Asylum brings the same energy and passion to the live show experience.
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