Misled Youth

Track Listings
1. Freestylin'
2. What's Goin' on
3. Session
4. Freedom
5. Soul Searchin'

Editorial Reviews
About the Artist
I stand for the righteous, in the middle of a crisis."

Manafest's sound is like nothing you've ever heard before. He brings a message of unwavering positivity and a rock-solid dedication to his ideals and beliefs. Manafest's tracks are, in his words, "about 70% hip-hop and 30% alternative rock". This is for real.Who is Manafest? When he isn't skating in downtown T-Dot, you can find Manafest freestylin' with his crew, recording in the studio, or just puttin' in time in the basement, creating lyrics that flow with an unrivalled intensity.

Who is Manafest? Hailing from Pickering, Ontario, Chris Greenwood a.k.a Manafest or "Speedy" to his friends, formed the group UnderOneKing at 18 with fellow MC Jusachyl ("Just-A-Child") with the mission of bringing the Gospel to his friends. Today, Manafest spreads his own message as a solo artist through his unique mix of hip-hop and punk styles, playing shows at churches, prisons, and all points in between. His experiences as a youth, walking the line between "MC" and "skater", as well as his love for Jesus Christ have enabled him to reach out to people - young people especially - on a level that is real and uncensored.

Representing the vibes, the attitudes, and the lifestyles of hip-hop and skateboarding culture, Manafest possesses a balance that allows him to represent Christ while keeping it real on all fronts. In his words, "the music that I do is not preachy, but I will not compromise the Gospel...I know that everyone is on this 'conscious' tip, but some of these hip-hop artists [today] are still lost. I can relate to what they're saying, but I'm not feelin' it. I want to go deeper [than other MC's], to enter the mind of that guy who wants to commit suicide. I want to know what's going on in the streets so I can get out on the corner and talk to these guys."

On his underground debut EP, "Misled Youth", Manafest expresses his views of the world from the perspective of a teenager growing up in a cynical urban environment. Experiencing a life filled with false hopes and empty promises ("What's Goin' On") - it leads him on a search for fulfillment and ultimately, a divine revelation ("Freedom", "Soul Searching"). In an age where every artist aims to be different, but ends up sounding the same, Manafest is truly enigmatic, just by being who he is and conceding nothing.

Who is Manafest? "When something is manifested, it is exposed to the light...I don't want to just be some guy on a stage..."

"I want to go out and live this."

Product Description
Conscious Hip-Hop with Rock Alternative Vibe Enhanced CD with Music Video

Misled Youth,Manafest

Misled Youth

Misled Youth
Misled Youth
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Hot Beats...Ill Lyrics; a good start for a Canadian Rapper!
  • Awsome Rapin!
  • Don't get too excited about this one
  • Finally, beats and content!!
  • Prepare ya'self for something different
Misled Youth
Manafest
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00005T5U5
Release Date: 2001-11-07

Tracks:

  1. Freestylin'
  2. What's Goin' on
  3. Session
  4. Freedom
  5. Soul Searchin'

Album Description

Conscious Hip-Hop with Rock Alternative Vibe Enhanced CD with Music Video

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Hot Beats...Ill Lyrics; a good start for a Canadian Rapper!.......2004-01-27

Check out this awesome new Canadian rapper with tons of potential! I went to see him in a concert and wuz rocked!! The EP wuz a great start for him, buy this CD now man!!! It's gonna be a collector's album for the hard-core christian rap fan!! Christ lives on forever!!!

4 out of 5 stars Awsome Rapin!.......2003-10-25

You are a great raper and your words touches me...I espically like it when you were in Bay Roberts Newfoundland with Absolute you did a great job...

2 out of 5 stars Don't get too excited about this one.......2002-11-11

If you are looking for all around quality I would advise you to pass on this one. Although lyrical content is Manafest's strongest asset the CD is lacking on the production and innovation levels. Unfortunatly most gospel Hip-Hop artists have quite a ways to go to match those of the secular world in terms of a quality product in whole. If you are not too picky you may wanna check it out. Peace -J. Mathews

5 out of 5 stars Finally, beats and content!!.......2002-10-02

You can't afford to sleep on this one! It's rare to find a hip hop album that has tight beat and actual content - you know, something that takes a little bit more thought than money, flossin, and pimpin. Go cop this and keep a look out for Manafest!

4 out of 5 stars Prepare ya'self for something different.......2002-05-28

I can honestly say that I have never purchased a Christian hip-hop CD that has an unbroken vibe throughout the duration of the listening experience-that is, until I bought Misled Youth: the EP, the debut of an unsuspecting (and very humble) MC hailing from T-dot. I've always been partial to Canadian hip-hop; most of the things that I've heard from that area have only been shy of flawless production and lyrical excellence by a hair, if that. Chris Greenwood aka Manafest maintains this unblemished reputation of the northern touch with a blazing intro track followed by four of the rawest lyrical deliveries in holy hip hop. Opening the project with the caution statement, "Prepare ya'self for something different," Manafest holds true to his forewarning by ripping a freestyle that truly sets off an intention to keep your head nodding for the duration of the CD. "What's Goin' On" presents a banger that smacks the message of reaping the harvest of ungodly seed, while "Session" relays Manafest's security in what lies 'on the other side.' Adding an unexpected but tasteful variation, "Freedom" exacts what the Limp Bizkits and Linkin Parks couldn't attain: a harmony of true hip-hop culture and alternative styles... ...

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  9. Rap Beginnings, Vol. 1
  10. Rap: Today's Greatest Hits

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