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London is one of those cities where talent oozes from all corners, so it certainly wasn't hard to bring the goodies. Last year we crossed paths with so many interesting and talented people and through that we’ve managed to get some fantastic Interviews and features. In our debut release we're jam packed with all things fantastic; we got to know the the multi-talented Mark De Clive Lowe and Soul diva N'Dambi who talked to us about their careers as musicians in the current climate. There's real talk with Speakers Corner Quartet and our girl  Pursuit Grooves  talks life and beats in 'Code Breakers'. For all you Hip Hop heads Pharoahe Monch tells us about his anticipated new album, Illa J explains the importance of maintaining Dilla's legacy and Spec Boogie visits us from Bed Stuy. It doesn't stop there either, for all you vinyl junkies and art lovers we have some treats in store for you too. Yes I know, we're spoiling you but what tha hell... Take a look inside and enjoy at your leisure, you wont be disappointed; CE wont stop until we get the message accross.

Before I go any further I want to give special acknowledgment to a man that changed the rap game from the moment he stepped in the arena. The 19th April 2010 was a sad day for the world of Hip Hop when Guru passed away. It was an honour when we had the opportunity to interview him on his last UK tour as 7 Grand in 09. Guru with or without Premier never gave up on Hip Hop and we salute him for that, so Code Emphasis wants to dedicate this release to the legendary Guru. Gone but not forgotten. See one of the last video interviews he did in London here.

Lastly, I want to thank everyone that made this release possible. To you the reader and friends, thank you for your patience and support. We have big plans and high hopes for Code Emphasis, so please continue to show your love and watch us grow into everything you want us to be and just when you think we’re reaching all your expectations, we’ll flip it on it’s head and give you more.

Until next time...

Code: Out

Charlene Carter

Editor In Chief