Can't Stop Won't Stop

The term "indie" is a nick name coming from the word, independent. Being an Independent, “indie” artist simply means without a major record label, no boss. Typically that means the artists don’t have anyone telling them how to sound, so their music can often times be unique, different, etc. Over the years though, with that "different" tone that we find common in indie artists, the actual word "indie has become more than just a description of the independence, but more of a style of music. With that, people are surprised to hear different sounds than the typical folksy, maybe rock music. But, indie can very well mean hip hop. These artists are just as indie as the others, they just may like dancing and "bringing the funky"  just a bit more.

A Provo, Utah native group called “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop” is an unsigned hip hop group that has made a name for themselves with their exciting and unique rap and singing styles. The group consists of three members, two singers(or rappers), and a DJ. They are young, but definitely on their way to making it big.

I had the opportunity to hear and see them perform at Sammy’s. (http://ericarphoto.blogspot.com/2010/11/photos-from-cant-stop-wont-stop-show-in.html)  They had the entire place jumping up and down. It was clear they knew what they were doing. The group moved around-and off the stage as they sang and rapped catchy songs that the audience tried to sing along to. Their music is fun and easy to dance to.

Can’t Stop Won’t Stop describes themselves, and their music, “  [we are] straight up party music for straight up party people. Word to ya momz.” Their band influences are Aesop Rock, Breakestra, J5, The Beastie Boys, SiD, Wu-Tang Clan, A Tribe Called Quest, Doomtree. Maybe that will give you an idea of what they are like. If you like any of those artists, or just even like hiphop, check them out on Facebook or Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/cswsmusic. You won’t be able to keep yourself from dancing at least a little bit-"the funk" will come.