专辑简介

Born-To Educate Niggas   South African born artist,Thapedi Brighton ‘B-TEN’ Mokgola, is a lyrical, abstract, charismatic, innovative, musical and very versatile hip-hop artist. Born in a little village called Belview in Limpopo, he spent most of his time at school in Duiwelskloof. He later moved to Tzaneen with his family where he enrolled in Merensky Hoerskool until he finished high school, this is where he recorded his first song with schoolmate and friend K-meth. After High school he moved to Pretoria city where he continued recording songs while analysing the music industry for 2 years before releasing his first EP [DOA] in October 2015. That’s when he realised his potential and purpose in the music industry.   B-TENs love for music stretches back to the young age of 11. He mastered his delivery and flow by writing lyrics every night before he ever stepped into a recording studio. By the time he started recorded his style was so unique, vibrant and flawless that he immediately stood out amongst the rappers in Tzaneen and gained recognition. This made him hungry for success as he knew his strengths and he loved his craft dearly. Like every rapper B-TEN has been influenced by the likes of Eminem, Nas and many more however his childhood and perception of everyday life are his main influence which is very clear in his music. Recently he has released the sequel to his first EP called DOA Deluxe Edition under Conglomerate Records. The new EP feature some songs from the first DOA and many new songs. It offers an all round musical experience and a sneak peek into the life off the talented B-TEN.  He is definitely a force to be reckoned with.