I first met Los Rakas, the Hip-Hop/Reggae/Reggaeton/Dancehall/Spanish
music duo comprised of Panamanian cousins Raka Rich + Raka Dun, on the streets
of San Francisco, CA in 2009. I was walking from a club late one night, and
these girls came up with a Los Rakas promotional flier. I asked these girls,
“Are they good?” The girls said, “Yes. They are so good and watch in a few
years they’ll be even better.”
Less than a minute later I saw these two beautiful young men
trailing around the corner with fliers in their hands. I assumed, this was the
Los Rakas that the girls were promoting. Both of the guys have gorgeous skin,
hair, and a stylish taste in attire. One
is the color of delicious milk chocolate and the other is caramel candy
complexion. They both exude radiance, especially when they smile. I knew that
once a shook their hand and heard them speak, that their personality and
passion was genuinely perfect. Even though I had never heard their music, the
way they carried themselves made me want to buy a CD right away but it wasn’t
out yet. But since our first encounter I have been a fan.
It’s 2012 now and it’s been three years since a met Los
Rakas. I have seen them grow from boys to men. They started off as a duo underneath
the radar, now they’re rising stars whom everyone is starting to take notice
of.
From the instant they take the stage, it is obvious why Los
Rakas are creating a buzz worthy name for themselves. They are changing the
dynamics of the hiphop scene by fusing blends of reggaeton, reggae, dancehall,
Spanish to their music within each and every set. Their energy is high and their
lyrics are captivating. Their multi-dimensional music presence has allowed them
to create and be a part of a league of their own which is appealing to
everyone. Their Spanish and English infused lyrics give them an advantage, and
opens up their consumer audience even more.
What I have personally observed is that though their status
has changed, and they’ve become more popular…their personality and passion for
their music and people have not change. They continue to represent Panama byway
of Oakland, CA and are proud Black Latinos. They are continuously promoting
positively energized vibes and music within each and every song they create. Los Rakas is definitely a duo to listen to and
keep watch on because they are headed beyond the stars.
Los Rakas Music site: http://www.losrakas.bandzoogle.com/fr_aboutus.cfm
Check out Los Rakas Music Videos here: http://www.youtube.com/user/LosRakasPanaBay
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