Bachelor Life from UK Hip-Hop Artist Podgy Figures Print
Written by Robert ID2785   
Wednesday, 28 June 2006 02:21

“I’m the best rapper there is. When you talk about British hip-hop you should automatically use the name Podgy Figures,” proudly states UK hip-hop rapper Podgy Figures.

With that said the best rap artist in British hip-hop, Podgy Figures, returns with ''Bachelor Life'' taken from his next album, due out late 2006. The single and video ''Bachelor Life'' drops July 30th 2006.

Arabian beats and cymbals embrace the hip-hop artists rap rhymes in an unforgettable homage to the life he leads. Podgy has stepped up his game and has come with a video surpassing the run of the mill hip-hop videos being shown on music television. Directed by the award winning director Luke Biggins, the video accompanying ‘Bachelor Life’ is filled with images of prosperity; from fast cars and girls to casinos and champagne. “We were in the south of Spain for a week filming the video for Bachelor Life,” says Podgy. “How many British artists are doing that!”

Since Podgy Figures first burst on the hip-hop scene his name has been gaining recognition on all levels. The 23-year-old has come straight from West London with realness, a charismatic personality and unashamed confidence which have elevated him from an everyday hip-hop and rap artist to, as he says in his own words, “The best there is out there.”

As a member of Most Valuable Productions he has already released highly successful singles, the mixtape ‘Love is Love’ and his album ‘Hood Gazette’. As a result Touch magazine said; “Creeping up the Channel U chart, Podgy is going to have the authorities and the streets watching his rise.” Not one to wait around for the cutthroat music industry to give him a break Podgy Figures made his own opportunities and forged his way into the scene. His radio station Podgy FM has a loyal fan base of thousands which continues to grow, a testament to Podgy’s hard work.

2006 has been a hectic year for Podgy. He’s been featured in magazines and websites including Touch, 360-X, Every Urban Thing and the American website ThugLifeArmy.com. He has appeared on television and performed at numerous events, each time blowing away the crowd with his performance.

One thing is sure, the new single ‘Bachelor Life’ together with Podgy’s confidence and determination certify his move to the next level in the hip-hop game.

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