CHUTZPAH: Eponymous

Chutzpah

Eponymous

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YOU CAN'T AFFORD NOT TO OWN THIS CD. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Chutzpah is a mix of The Beastie Boys meets Dr. Dre meets Jewish Hip Hop.

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Who is Chutzpah? Chutzpah - the first ever Jewish Hip Hop Supergroup - have been together, on and off, for as long as anyone can remember. Brought together by the magisterial Dr. Dreck, a profoundly influential figure in the annals of Hip Hop, the trio consists of Master Tav - the lead rapper, MC Meshuggenah - the slightly unhinged one, and their tag along fourth, Jew Da - the Jewish/Rastafarian, toaster/philosopher. Chutzpah's worldwide debut release, "Chutzpah (eponymous)" hits the streets in early November. Their holiday video "Chanukah's da Bomb," along with a 'making of...' video called "Chutzpah this is?" will also be made available as a DVD. Which brings us back to the question of who they are... Dr. Dreck: Reports that he invented scratching on a Victrola in 1948 have never been substantiated, but since that was the year after his Bar Mitzvah, it's just possible enough to be true. His contributions to the growth of the movement have been significant. He claims that Dr. Dre came along, took his name and dropped the 'ck'. His mysterious connection to actor George Segal has only fanned the flames of mystery surrounding the group. Master Tav: He was still a sincere cantorial student when Dr. Dreck saw his potential and encouraged him to try his hand at rhyming. Tav took to it like a duck to water and soon left his studies to pursue a recording career. He developed his signature style of fast and fluid rap, honing it to perfection with the encouragement of his mentor. Now, in a classic case of the student surpassing the teacher, Master Tav has become the driving force and creative center of Chutzpah. MC Meshuggenah: He's literally the wildcard in the group. He has been cared for by Dr. Dreck since, at a very young age, it became apparent that his parents couldn't handle his erratic behavior. Having been raised by a DJ like Dr. Dreck, he has an almost inborn sense of rhythm and rhyme. His love for being the center of attention has occasionally derailed the recording process, but Tav and Dreck have both assured us that he is OK to tour, and his medication doses are being closely monitored. As is often the case with influential artists, their own road has been a bumpy one. From crises of faith (Master Tav), and steady acting engagements (Dr. Dreck) to the occasional stay in a psychiatric hospital (MC Meshuggenah) the group has encountered numerous obstacles. Finally, the now legendary demos they recorded over the years reached the ears of David McLees, the President of a new Jewish record label, Jewish Music Group, and Chutzpah was signed! The wait is over. The band will be touring in support of their release.

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  • Chutzpah totally rocks.
    author: Theron

    I have heard three of the songs on this CD in their entirety, as they're on the Chutzpah, This Is? DVD. This is enjoyable and very engaging music with extremely funny lyrics. I'd like to hear more from Dr. Drek ... George Segal is da bomb. He plays banjo, you know. Really well. Saw him on Carson years ago. Master Tav, MC Meshugenah and Jew Dah are all fine performers with exceptional minds and I'm glad George Segal lent his efforts to the group, which I never would have investigated otherwise.

  • Jewish Rappers are so cool
    author: Bella

    This CD makes me very happy. The music is great. These guys can actually rap. You will love to give this CD to all the Jewish teens on your Hanukkah list.

  • oh my god
    author: afi

    oh dear god this is so bad im really ashamed to have even stumbled across them

  • A mekhaye! Chutzah puts the Yid in Yiddish!
    author: Jaxombie

    The songs are both catchy and hilarious. The subject matter totally hits home for me. "Tsuris" especially so with the part "...if she mentions her computer...". Oy don't get me started about my mother and technology. Chutzpah shows the world how cool Jews really are. They surpass every other Jewish rap/hip-hop band before them. In my opinion they are the only true Jewish hip-hop band because their songs are so routed in our culture and traditions. I hope this is the first of many albums. Mazel Fo Shizzle Tov! Word is born and it is in Yiddish Yo! Zei Gezunt!

  • author: J Maz

    I rap myself so when I heard this new Jewish hip-hop, I was down like an upside down frown.

  • I'll give it a 10! I can dance to it!
    author: Jewbacca

    The best thing in Jew Hop since The Beasties!

  • Superjews pull off an awesome feat! Chutzpah makes Chanukah Hip Hop!
    author: Dee Tribe

    I didn't think it could be done, a lot of people have tried to make the Jewish Hip Hip thing happen, but they never quite pushed it to the level that the Hebrew Homeboys of Chutzpah have! These guys have real beats, real tracks, really clever lyrics and a whole lot of fun on this CD. There's 13 amazingly catchy songs here (one for each tribe and one for the lost tribe!) as well as some mysterious interstitials that have something to do with a DVD they released as well...with George Segal as Dr. Dreck!

  • I can't get these songs out of my head!
    author: Ford

    I don't even know what half the words mean, but I can't get these songs out of my head! The music is hot, the lyrics funny but sexy and all the different background voices paint a rich visual picture. Finally, rap with an intelligent mission that makes you smile! I love it!

  • Funny, but waaaaay PHAT!
    author: Phatest Jew

    Funny. Poignant. Cultural. These are the words I would use to describe this "hip hop" group. It's funny, but it's also PHAT. It's a great mitzvah when music is slamming and catchy and, at the same time, makes you laugh. What more could you want? There are also some very real cultural messages, complete with the requisite angst and neurotic Larry David-esque pinings. I do believe this album could unite the Jews and non Jews alike. And, if none of this heady matters to you, then just enjoy good rhyming and great music. Besides, where else can you see George Segal as a rap star?

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