This is the new album by Area Sound, which is me and my man Steamer, representing Humobldt, CA.  

Produced by 9 Theory

Recorded, Mixed, and Mastered by 9 Theory

Artwork by Lucas Thornton

Big shout out to all of our featured artists and guest collaborators:
The Grouch, Gift of Gab, Scarub, Myles Bullen, and Empress Lee

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Area Sound - Squeeze The Elephant

Z-Infinity Volume 1: Sense of Purpose

Z-Infinity Mixtape Volume 1: Sense of Purpose was created between November 2012 and November 2013 during a time of profound transitions in my life.  Never before had I been so prolific and inspired as I was that year and continue to be now.  Rather than wait for original beats by my usual producers, I selected my favorite instrumentals from my favorite producers and began writing.  Since lyrical creativity was pumping through me at a rapidly prolific rate , the mixtape approach made the most sense to get my songs out and showcase my talent and well crafted skill as a lyricist and MC(Yes, I ROCK shows and MOVE live crowds! I am not just a studio rapper! Recognize the true MC's!)

In November 2012 when I began writing this album, I also became the coordinator of a large After School program at a Middle School in Eureka. This was an amazing job opportunity that provided a modest living wage for my wife and I and a decent level of health benefits that I hadn't had access to for years.  Getting a good job like this in Humboldt County is like finding a needle in a hay stack.  As if I couldn't be more blessed, my Wife and I got pregnant in the Spring 2013.  My life was filled with so many new, positive emotions.  The universe was entrusting me with great responsibilities and opportunities to have real, meaningful impact on many peoples lives as well as bring a new life into this world.  What an honor!  Simultaneously,  the universe was filling my soul, body, and mind with words and rhymes that flowed out of me naturally, confidently, prolifically, and with a SENSE OF PURPOSE (hence the title of the album).  I accepted all of these responsibilities humbly and with grace, making mistakes along the way, but trying my best. This album captures the stories, thoughts, feelings, and perceptions of this critical transition period in my life, and for this I am truly grateful.  I hope this album will serve my children, grand children, and great grand children well and connect them with their past, their innate powers, and timeless wisdom to help guide their paths.  It is my sincere honor to offer these songs to the world.  I hope you enjoy listening.

Tear The Nefarious Down - featuring Steamer (produced by Gramatik

Spider (Produced by Tommy Hools)

Give Back (produced by Gramatik)

Look Around (Produced by Guts)

Infinite - featuring Lauren Norgeot (produced by Gramatik)

9 Theory and Zigzilla - Open Mind (feat. Luminaries)

It is my sons birthday, he is 1 year old, and I am releasing this song today because this song is about the first time I met my son face to face; his birthday.  Being there to witness and participate in his birth, alongside my warrior wife, was definitely a peak life experience. This song commemorates that day and expresses, as best as words can, how it felt for me on that day to be humbled by the miracle.  Those who are parents can surely relate, and those who aren't can surely respect the significance of the event.  Listen with love and enjoy the pure humanity of this expression. HAPPY BIRTHDAY KAITO! 

A Star Is Born/prod by Sabzi

I recently led a hip hop workshop at Humboldt State University for theGATE academy.  I had an amazing group of 6th, 7th, and 8th graders who wrote and recorded this song.  They did an excellent job, especially given that we only wrote and recorded for less than 2 hours.  Enjoy.  

Family Team (GATE Academy 2015)

Archipelago (feat. Steamer)

Music Cruisin (feat. Lyon Lu)

New Life

Open Mind (feat. The Luminaries)

Religion Song (feat. Lil J)

This is the new album by Area Sound, which is me and my man Steamer, representing Humobldt, CA.  

Produced by 9 Theory

Recorded, Mixed, and Mastered by 9 Theory

Artwork by Lucas Thornton

State of California (feat. Scarub & Empress Lee)

It's A Trap

Love Apocalypse (feat. 9 Theory & Empress Lee)

Climate Refugees (feat. 9 Theory)

Lyfted (feat. Empress Lee)

Where You Lay Your Head

Agree To Disagree (feat. Gift Of Gab & 9 Theory)

Glamorous Lifestyle

Pass It Around (feat. 9 Theory & Empress Lee)

Everyday MC (feat. The Grouch)

Zigzilla is an MC representing Humboldt county, but with roots and connections in San Diego.  His music is meaningful, well crafted, and intended to elevate the listener mentally and spiritually while simultaneously making the head bob and the body sway in the best way.  Quality music, a truly dedicated approach to mastering lyric writing and delivery, as well as the sense of purpose with which he writes his songs make his music legit medicine for the soul.  Enjoy every dose!

Zigzilla

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