Good afternoon guys! Did anybody do anything fun this past weekend? I didn’t do too much, but it was good for me to take it easy these last few days since the past two months have been extremely busy for me. Starting towards the middle to end of April, I had begun working on some new music and as of this past week, I uploaded it online for you all to download for free! You can preview the songs before you choose to download them at www.commissary.bandcamp.com.

The project, which is entitled “Everyday Emancipation,” contains thirteen tracks and includes collaborations from some good friends of mine such as Christina Rivera, Ameen Hudson, Watchman, Jerrell Johnson, and in-HIM. The Lord allowed these talented artists to really bring the project to life and to make it cohesive.

The concept of the project is our freedom in Christ and the daily privilege of experiencing what it truly is all about. So when you have the time, please take a listen to the songs and begin to treasure, more than ever, the fact that we are no longer slaves to our sin, but we are now free from them through the atoning work of Jesus Christ. Let whomever you know hear this project. Burn copies for your children, relatives, youth groups, students, etc. I hope you all are blessed from the content that you will hear. Have a great rest of the week and God bless you!

Through the channel of HolyCulture.net Commissary Music was alerted of the #3030mission special offered in the month of July.  As a steal of a deal, he jumped on the opportunity and has thus elevated his opportunity to engage more fans & supporters through this website.

Please stay tuned  and stop by more often as Commissary Music will be posting more and more of the other exciting things the Lord has in store for him.

For more on the 3030mission $30 website special, please visit:  www.3030mission.com

January 20, 2009 – “Secure Attachment.” The project was also self distributed, features collaborations with Young Evangelist, A. Gilley, Will Passion, Porscha Jones, Idiom, G-86, and Tasha Simmonds. The album feautured production from Young Evangelist, k-Drama, Rob Hodge, Tony Stone, Germaine Martel, J. Pierre, and Witness.

August 12, 2006 – “The Inception” EP. The project was self distributed, featured a collaboration with Cincere, and production from Ozone Beats (Work featured on “America’s Next Top Model”), Kingsmen Productions (Work featured on Midway Games’ NARC), and Don’t Sleep Entertainment. Various tracks from my EP are currently in rotation on Jesus in Orlando Internet Radio, Rejoice 1140 AM, WOKB 1600 AM, and WUNA 1480 AM in Orlando, FL and WPIO 89.3 FM in New Smyrna Beach, FL.

Written by: Terrell Lamon Burt

Hook:
Got this, got that, nice whips, loaded gats
Play the field, prone to mac, sleeted wrist, and pockets fat (Oh!)
That just don’t do it for me (Nah!)
That just won’t do it for me
Got this, got that, nice whips, loaded gats
Play the field, prone to mac, sleeted wrist, pockets fat
There’s only so much that you can say
I’mma use my mouth to glorfy Yahweh

Cats be like Comm, how you stay relevant to a lost culture?
I’m in the process everyday and God’s molding the sculpture
Clueless like Stacey Dash and them
Now I’m trying to keep up with more than a Kardashian
I’m not eyeing the rappers who be like smoke this and drink that
Treating the women like garbage, and some take that?
Grab ya hoodies, it’s a cold cold world
I might be on this mic, but I’m not the one who’s thorough
Not commanding this, but the one who does, He does not slumber
Just taking it step by step like Suzanne Sommers
Jesus Christ has to lead, I won’t have it no other way
Not flying solo, need S.O.S. in my crossway
Mayday mayday, crucial breaker breaker one two
I need you Lord, who else can I lean to?
Cranking that and hand clapping won’t do it for me
I need more than jewels to feel alive, to feel free

Only got one distinct goal and it might be unheard
Cuz I could run the whole block and have a track record
That’s the real easy way, this ain’t on my behalf
I wanna introduce everybody I can to my loving Dad
‘Cause all of this goes far beyond the notepad
Where should I start? With His grace or how He cleansed my filthy wrags?
Like Rob Townsend, He gave me more than some heartbeats
Strength’s indefinite, but k-Drama only gave me one beat (Ha!)
And when the track fades out, my appreciation don’t
How can I thank God? My appreciation won’t
I thank Him daily with my life, on or off the mic
I really hope you getting your heart right with God’s given hindsight
And you can’t try to get it right with your own brawn
I was a convict to this music for awhile like Akon
And yea I’m hoping that you liking the flow
But it’s only so you can know the God I’m writing it for (Let’s go!)

Adam was made to love you like T-Mac
I got no game, but by your grace, I’m on the court like T-Mac
No G’s stacked, no glock strapped, Christ got everything intact
Sin’s sacked, that’s a fact, and the Gospel’s not abstract
He boldly paid our penalty
I’m just speaking the truth, but they might tune me out if they not feeling me
And this can’t and it won’t affect my album sales (Why not?)
We already know that this industry ain’t doing too well
It’s shaky, that’s why my trust don’t lie in Jimmy Iovine
My trust is Jesus Christ the Rock, a lion so serene
I’m content with my Yaris over a Land Rover
And I’m cool with dying every morning instead of a hangover
(Uh) But what I’m bout to say, you might think that ya boy’s a scrub
But I ain’t gotta be a man to go get shorties at a club
To be in His presence, ain’t no way that I’m worthy
But He’s the only one that can truly do it for me (That’s right)

Smooth and tightly delivered production makes Comissary’s outing a delight for the ears. This cat has put together a pleasant and heart warming platter of positive vibes in the Hip Hop realm…

A pleasing change from the everyday derogatory terms directed at women and the constant obsessions with blood diamond bling,Commissary not only provides the Hip Hop industry with a soothing rhythmic flow, but he does it with a conscious effort to motivate and move us with positivity. Dropping an on-point lyrical flow, we’re soothed by the comfortable tonality of Commissary’s spittin’ combined with the sexy undertones of tracks like “All I Wanna Do” featuring Porscha Jones and her uncompromising and totally hot voice…

Once again, Holy Hip Hop comes to the forefront of the music world and provides a blanket of comfort in which to bury our world problems in, all while we rejoice in the love and unity that is a constant regardless of where we’re at or how big our problems may seem… It’s positive music that cats like Commissary offer that give us the heart and drive to carry on and move mountains with the universe.

It just goes to show that with proper guidance and a true and supportive cast, it’s definitely possible to open the hearts and minds of millions with a little faith and the universe by your side. Good on you Commissary, my faith has been renewed in the power of Hip Hop…

Commissary, a.k.a Terrell Lamon Burt, has been droppin’ his mentals on paper since 2000 and has had the privilege of performing at the Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities and has worked with rappers like Viktory, Jacob Izrael, and S.O.C.O.M. He’s also shared the stage with artists J. Moss, Vonzell Solomon (a finalist from American Idol Season 4), KJ-52, Tedashii, Hazakim, Urban D., Rawsrvnt, Flynn Adam of LA Symphony, Mr. Del, Group 1 Crew, Washington Projects, Ayiesha Woods, S.O.C.O.M., Viktory, Cayerio, Dooney Da Priest, Ron Kenoly, Jr. a.k.a. Bingo, and Da Muzicianz.

“Commissary, keep up the great work!!! I’ve always respected the positivity you portray in your music,” said local, but renowned secular on air radio personality, DJ Tony C of Power 95.3, who gave the artist his first chance at local radio airplay.

With an EP under his belt (“The Inception”) of which he’s got tracks currently in rotation on Jesus in Orlando Internet Radio, Rejoice 1140 AM, WOKB 1600 AM, WUNA 1480 AM in Orlando, FL and WPIO 89.3 FM in New Smyrna Beach, FL., the addition of his latest release “Secure Attachment” only provides further evidence that this cat is doing big things in a big way… and it’s all indie baby!

Head on over to http://www.myspace.com/commissary to see how Commissary’s gets down.

Label: Independent
Genre: Holy Hip Hop
Standout Tracks: I See You feat. Tasha Simmonds, All I Wanna Do feat. Porscha Jones, Won’t Do It For Me

Catsask Profile: www.catsask.com/Commissary/
Website: www.myspace.com/commissary
EPK: www.sonicbids.com/commissary

Christian Hip-Hop artist Commissary is taking the popular genre into new heights and casting his own spiritual spin on it. The artist is also reaching out to thousands of Christians through his music. What makes this artist a special gem is his devotion to our Lord, his passion to bring Christian music to the masses, and his love to entertain others. Here is what developed.

Isaac: We’d love to know about your inspirations growing up. I hear so many influences in your music. How old were you when you first discovered music? Is there any kind of musical history in your family?

Commissary: To my knowledge, my family has little to no musical history. But my first memory of music, that I recall, dates back to around 1990-91 when I was only a small child living in my hometown of Huntsville, Alabama. My older brother, Thoris, had an enormous cassette tape collection of Hip Hop and R&B. He owned music from Bobby Brown, Oaktown 3-5-7, and countless other artists. We shared a room at the time and I always remember being around as he listened to his tapes or to the radio. I was also a big fan of MC Hammer. Do you remember the short lived animated television show that he had? Haha, it was hilarious. His catchy music, colorful clothing, and unique dance moves instantly amazed me. It was during this time when my older brother took me to see him live in concert at the Von Braun Civic Center along with Heavy D and Boyz II Men. That was an amazing event! And as the years progressed, my brother continued to expose to me to mainly Hip-Hop and R&B and as I grew older, I began to watch music videos, listen to the radio, and purchase music on my own.

Isaac: What drew you to pick up a mic in the first place?

Commissary: The love of the art form had been inside of me since childhood, so I guess it was only natural. And once I had realized that everybody is either an aspiring rapper, actor, or model, I conformed and wanted to rap as well, haha. But honestly, just the influence of the Hip-Hop culture itself drew me to want to express myself through emceeing. For so long, I had seen it done but for the first time ever, I wanted to be the one conveying the message so I decided to give lyric writing a shot back in the year 2000.

Isaac: As you hit your teenage years, did you know that this was what you would be doing for the rest of your life?

Commissary: I had absolutely no idea. My intention was just to try it for the sake of, but once I realized how therapeutic writing was, I kept on doing it. Growing up, I was forced to suppress a lot of inner emotions and was never truly allowed to freely express myself, and once God opened up a door for me to do so, I basically ran with it.

Isaac: Is there a performer in any genre of pop culture that you would like to work with?

Commissary: There are a lot of extremely talented performers out there, but I would have to go with Smokey Robinson and/or Stevie Wonder. I’m a big fan of older music and not only that, but these guys are living legends and it would be an honor to work with them. I would no doubt be crushed under the weight of their wisdom. But if the right opportunity presented itself and if my beliefs or integrity weren’t in danger of being compromised, then I would definitely consider working with either Smokey or Stevie.

Isaac: Who are some musicians that you really like, present or past?

Commissary: Oh man, where do I begin? I really like Jackie Wilson, Elvis Presley, Frankie Lymon, James Brown, Michael Jackson, you know, the ones who paved the way for today’s artists. Today’s artists are wonderful at their craft, but if it had not been for these guys, they wouldn’t have even stood in a chance in the first place. It’s so easy to be an artist in the digital age, that’s why a lot of people are pursuing it. But back then, when it was just you in a recording booth with no Pro Tools, no Auto Tune, none of the fancy technological advancements of today’s world, you see what true talent is. And not to mention, these guys had to record full songs in one take because the record labels back then didn’t like to invest large amounts of money on recording equipment/materials. Isn’t that ridiculous? It’s just berserk every time I think about it. But presently, I enjoy Reach Records, His Glory Alone, Flame, Rhyme Council, shai linne, k-Drama, Hillsong, and Kari Jobe just to name a few.

Isaac: What is your ultimate goal with your music career?

Commissary: Honestly man, my ultimate goal is to point my listeners to Jesus Christ. A lot of people in my genre come into this thing with that heart and with that mentality, but somewhere along the way, something goes wrong. I’m by no means a preacher or a teacher, but I know the impression that I want to leave on my listeners and that is that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is the only way to God the Father and you must accept Him and repent from your sins to flee the Father’s wrath to come. Call me close minded, but I’m convinced that that’s the truth and what better way to share that to the masses than through the very music that God, the one who my music is about in the first place, has allowed me to make.

Isaac: What has been some of the obstacles it has taken to get this far in your career?

Commissary: I didn’t see this at first, but the longer I’ve been around; I realized that it’s politics. It has always been about who you know and not what you know, and honestly, I think that things will remain this way. We just have to accept it for what it is and keep persevering and pursuing despite what others try to do.

Isaac: Would you recommend this “field” to others who are aspiring to be musicians like you?

Commissary: Honestly, I wouldn’t. Everything isn’t really all what it is cracked up to be and I would let aspiring artists know that. I’m sort of unofficially working with a young dude right now. He’s only fifteen years old and I try to constantly tell him that he should only be doing this for the love of it and not to attain a certain level or status.

Isaac: Describe one piece of advice you have been given to by others in the music industry.

Commissary: To be true to myself and to never imitate anyone else. That’s the key to longevity, just being yourself and not a carbon copy of the hottest thing at the moment.

Isaac: What genre of music do you consider most of your music?

Commissary: Christian Hip-Hop. Hip-Hop is Hip-Hop no matter what you place in front of it, but since I’m a Christian, I feel the need to say Christian because I want to show people that I’m set apart from the rest and the music that I make is not the norm.

Isaac: What has been your favorite piece of work?

Commissary: It would have to be my song “I See You” from my debut album “Secure Attachment”. The entire project itself shows a lot of progression from my EP “The Inception” which I put out back in August of 2006. I felt like I tackled social issues but not only for the sake of just making a song about them to make the listeners aware, but I gave a solution.

Isaac: How can fans-to-be gain access to your music? Do you have a website with sample songs or a demo CD?

Commissary: You can check out my MySpace page at www.myspace.com/commissaryor my EPK at www.sonicbids.com/commissary. If you like what you hear, you can make your way on over to www.createspace.com/1741437 and order “Secure Attachment” for $10.00.

Isaac: Is there anyone you’d like to acknowledge for offering financial or emotional support?

Commissary: I’d like to thank Porscha Jones and the Nu Millenium Records staff for playing a vital role in the assistance of releasing my debut project. I’d also like to thank Pastors Tone Bruno and Michael Phillips for helping me become the man that I need to be. Also, much love to my Orlando crew Royal, Germs, Will, Des, Jamaal, Logik, SincereOne, Young Evangelist, and my family His Glory Alone from Tampa.

Isaac: Any last words?

Commissary: Thanks so much for this opportunity Isaac. We need more opportunities like this for independent artists out there. If anyone has any questions, comments, or concerns about what I said, hit me up on my MySpace.