February 19 1:00PM - 2:00 PM
Jube School Presents: Sing Your Song: Rhythm N Rhyme with K-Riz
Explore the art of songwriting by diving into its key elements. Discover how to craft compelling lyrics by playing with rhymes, experimenting with syllable patterns, and unleashing the power of your imagination. Learn how these tools work together to bring your creative ideas to life, turning simple words into captivating songs
Recommended grades: 1-4
Supplies needed: Around 10-15 Pieces of cardboard or cardstock to draw on (for each student) and coloured markers.
About the artist: Having found his stride at the intersection of hip-hop and R&B, K-Riz packs his syllables and vocals with power. A rare, multifaceted artist who can rap and sing with equal aplomb, on his third full-length album, One Way Ticket, set for released in the summer of 2023, he entered his self-described “Off the Wall era.” Much like Michael Jackson’s masterpiece of liberation, One Way Ticket pulls from an assortment of influences and showcases the Edmonton-bred, Calgary-based dynamo at his apex, glowing with confidence, embracing new experiences, and living in the moment.
Where The Room EP (2020) captured the inner thoughts of K-Riz recovering from a near-death car accident, and Peace & Love (2021) traversed the deeply personal stages of grief and joy that came from experiencing love, heartache, and ultimately finding inner peace, One Way Ticket is a departure from all the pain; it’s a celebration – a victory lap – for making it to the light on the other side.
Since the release of his debut entry, 2016’s Fresh Air, K-Riz has earned admiration from audiences and critics alike for his emotional vulnerability and chameleonic versatility, chronicling his search for pockets of peace while navigating life’s bumps in the road. He’s received praise from outlets including Complex Canada, Exclaim, and CBC Music and, in 2022, he landed a Western Canadian Music Award nomination for Best Rap & Hip Hop Artist