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"The State of Arkansas"

"Nick Ward, an independent rapper simpatico with all of the crews, attends school out of state in Iowa but never stops repping the Arkansas scene" – Natalie Elliot - Arkansas Times


"Entermission - Nick Ward"

Artistically stunning visuals for their jazzy hip-hop collaboration. Everybody involved should be proud of this, it’s probably the best submission I’ve ever received to be honest […] You’ll be hearing a lot more from [him] soon. – Chris - dopedrops.com


"Nick Ward: “Fame” feat Malik Flint"

Nick Ward is a young emcee out of Little Rock, Arkansas, but you wouldn’t exactly know that after listening […] Ward’s delivery and flow don’t necessarily sound southern, and “Fame” is a tale told through the eyes of a big city vet. – Alexander Fruchter - Rubyhornet.com


"Nick Ward - So Gone"

Today, many of you have off school and work due to Veterans Day (special shout out to all those who are or have served!). If your day off plans included taking it easy then we have just the record for you, courtesy of newcomer Nick Ward. For his DJBooth debut, the Little Rock, Arkansas native presents So Gone, a hazy, mellow track that is sure to help you chill out. A standout cut from his new Entermission album, Gone finds Ward and guest emcee Duke Stigall combining deep, powerful lyrics with a laid-back delivery which, when layered over the understated boardwork of frequent Mac Miller collaborator Big Jerm, produces a chill, yet contemplative vibe. For more laid back tunes, purchase Entermission, available for download now via Ward’s Bandcamp.
- DJBooth.net


Discography

Entermission - 11/2012
Surface - 10/12
Fame - 8/12
The Vent Pt. I - 4/12
Whim Chasin' - 11/11

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On November 8th, Nick released Entermission, his second full solo project. With an eclectic range of production and lyrical dexterity interwoven with quotes from bell hooks, Margaret Fuller, Muhammad Ali, Huey Newton, and Ronald Reagan, Nick thoughtfully shares wholly new perspectives through twelve tracks, featuring both local and national production. He is also co-founder of Committed to Creation, a collective of artists, musicians, writers, and designers committed to authenticity and genuine creativity in their work.

When asked about his aspirations in music, Nick responded, "Mainstream artists are cool and I’m sure that everyone is aspiring to be that next big superstar, but I would love to see more of an investment locally in communities. This can foster a much deeper sense of what hip hop is, not just a far fetched projection of it. It’s amazing to see artists from different genres come together and make projects; that for me represents the true essence of hip hop - the coming together and collectivity of human experience."

Nick is currently a student at Grinnell College, where he is studying sociology and American Studies, as well as rocking and vibing amidst the cornfields.