Hillkrunk is more than simply a band name. Hillkrunk is a way of life that comes from traditions as old as music itself.  Steeped in the traditions of the blues, influenced by southern rap, crunk, soul and the niche of rock n roll that travel in collectives throughout the world, Hillkrunk are, in no uncertain terms, a family.  The Hillkrunk family’s combination of blues, rap music, and soul ties into hill country traditions and the legacy of blues masters that speak through them. These musical legacies are continually inspiring Hillkrunk and those that follow to evolve towards a higher state of musical consciousness and booty shakin.

Unlike a traditional hip-hop act, Hillkrunk’s musical family performs with all original tracks – no samples here. The musical family’s core is comprised of lyricist Kaz, guitarists Wes Youngblood, DJ Matt 300, and drummer Stixxx, occasionally joined by an ever-changing who’s-who of Memphis and North Mississippi musicians and rappers. Among the guests prominently featured on their debut album, listeners are treated to 8 Ball & MJG, Cody Dickinson, Luther Dickinson, Al Kapone, Chris Chew, Maurice Eloise, Free Sol and Candace, DJ Soul Control, M3 and a special appearance from legendary producer and musician Jim Dickinson on the organ.

FALL TOURING LINE UP

KAZ - Vocals

Wes Youngblood - Guitar

Gino Barzizza - Guitar

Jeff Lewis - Bass

M3 - Turntables & 808s

Stixxx - Drums