Artwork by @scuzzy

What is Kill The Pad Challenge?

Kill The Pad challenge is a weekly topical text based rap competition for SBD. Why am I starting a text based rap initiative? We have many creative writers in the hip hop community. One doesn't have to get onto the mic to show their prowess with lyricism. This will benefit the less experienced and the more experienced alike. Topicals are always a good exercise. It's all about elevating together, learning from each other, and growing as an artist.

SMA

This challenge is sponsored by the SMA. If you are a musician, singer, song writer, rapper, or musically inclined in any way, head over there and connect with other musicians! An invite button is at the bottom of the post.

Dsound

This contest is made with help of @dsound so I can not thank enough for this beautiful initiative. Dsound is a platform connected to Steemit that allows you to upload your music and sounds in a similar fashion like Soundcloud. Make sure to join Dsound Discord channel here.

Thank you to everyone who participated!

@oshiokhenhoya @inthenow @article61 @wolfnworbeikood @diebitch

The turn out was a little less than last week, but still was a phenomenal week!! You guys rocked it!

1st place - 4 SBD + 20 Steem Music League points

@wolfnworbeikood

His post

This guy is dope lyricist. Love his style and how he structures his thoughts. It's almost like those lyricists who aren't native English speakers, and so when they write in English it's very unique and different. I fucking love it. Really dope as always my dude!

2nd place - 3 SBD + 15 Steem Music League points

@Diebitch

Her post

A newbie to the contest, but one helluva writer!! I would say it would be wise to keep an eye on her, I have a feeling this is just the beginning of her reign!!! If you are looking for some great writing, you honestly can't go wrong by checking out her piece. Very well done.

3rd place - 2 SBD + 10 Steem Music League points

@article61

His post

Really great entry. I was particularly found of the last few bars, really really cool stuff. He also says he's going to be getting a mic and putting his lyrics down on audio! Can't wait for that.

Other stuff

If you want to help pick the topic for tomorrows challenge then you need to go onto the SMA DISCORD server, a link is below. Once on there just head over to the challenge section and put what topic you want in the #killthepad challenge section.

Hope everyone enjoyed this week's theme, can't wait to see what you come with for the next challenge.

WEEK 8 STARTS TOMORROW!!

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