https://image.ibb.co/jYdfDm/killthepad_01.png Artwork by @scuzzy # FIRST AND FORMOST I want to apologize about my absence. These last few months have been some of the most trying times in my whole life. I went from traveling to Europe and travel plans to go all around the world, to literally being homeless living out of my car. It's been a crazy crazy time, BUT NOW I'M BACK. # What is *Kill The Pad* Challenge?
> *Kill The Pad* challenge is a weekly topical text based rap competition for SBD. Why am I starting a text based rap initiative? We have many creative writers in the hip hop community. One doesn't have to get onto the mic to show their prowess with lyricism. This will benefit the less experienced and the more experienced alike. Topicals are always a good exercise. It's all about elevating together, learning from each other, and growing as an artist.
# SMA *This challenge is sponsored by the SMA. If you are a musician, singer, song writer, rapper, or musically inclined in any way, head over there and connect with other musicians! An invite button is at the bottom of the post.* # Dsound *This contest is made with help of @dsound so I can not thank enough for this beautiful initiative. Dsound is a platform connected to Steemit that allows you to upload your music and sounds in a similar fashion like Soundcloud. Make sure to join Dsound Discord channel here.*
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Thank you to everyone who participated! This week (errr, month, lol) was phenomenal. Great work to everyone who participated! # 1st place - 3 SBD + 20 Steem Music League points ## @kaykunoichi Her post > The rhymes on this are just beautiful. Honestly loved this piece. Every time I read her raps I literally become more calm. She has a way to truly soothe you while you are still vibing... Amazing artist, and one you should not pass up!! Click that link! # 2nd place - 2 SBD + 15 Steem Music League points ## @ulqu3 Her post As always, Ulqu is here to show his prowess with the pen. A talented lyricist that never fails to deliver straight up hip hop on every verse. Amazing job! # 3rd place - 1 SBD + 10 Steem Music League points ## @palikari123 His post > While his writing style is different than the others, I always enjoy his entries. They always have something interesting and creative to portray, and for that reason he is consistently in the top 3 when he participates.
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# Other stuff ***If you want to help pick the topic for tomorrows challenge then you need to go onto the SMA DISCORD server***, a link is below. Once on there just head over to the challenge section and put what topic you want in the #killthepad challenge section. Hope everyone enjoyed this week's theme, can't wait to see what you come with for the next challenge.
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