Black Sage 4 Mayor

Joseph Brendon Alleyne, known as Black Sage, from Forensic Science Records, and Ave. Money Regime, is one of the most raw, real, and mature rappers to come out of Toronto.

The 30 year old artist, who resides in Rexdale, released his second mix-tape in mid-2009 titled, “The Official Leak”.

Sage cannot be compared to any other rapper in the game. He raps intensely on every track in his definitive mature, raspy voice.

Sage spits what’s real. He knows himself, and isn’t trying to prove anything to anyone, or be someone he’s not. He writes about his life, past mistakes and lessons he has learned. Lyrically, he is a storyteller. He paints a picture of his way of life through his words. Bonus tracks such as Lil Joe 1 and 2 are just two examples of tracks Sage has written from personal experience. It is an emotional and personal mix-tape, and by the end, it feels like you know who Black Sage really is.

Musically, Sage uses a variety of different types of beats, influenced by a range of different musical genres. Light It Up featuring Layda is reggae influenced, while What’s My Name has jazz inspired sounds. Tracks Human, and his single Hot Spot featuring Flexx are both R&B inspired. Hot Spot receives regular play on Much Music, Much Vibe, Rap City, and Flow 93.5.

Even though Sage’s tracks may vary musically, they fit together well as a mix-tape. The tracks are different in sound, but Sage raps equally hard over every beat.

Whether you’re cruising, chilling, dancing, or partying, Black Sage has tracks to fit your mood. Pick up the Official Leak mix-tape to support Toronto rap, and join the movement – Black Sage 4 Mayor.