The Hybrid is a combination of literature and sound. The story Akin-Yemay represents PR-G’s target population. He was once a ruthless teenager, and product of Bed-Stuy whose life began to change after the suicide of his stepfather. The page turning literature also provides an inside look at the entrepreneurial & family struggles of an emerging leader. Tied deeply into the book’s literature are 17 “blazing” musical insertions called “The Difference.” It includes Hip Hop, Spoken Word, and Chants.

Throughout the writings in Akin-Yemay readers will find italicized lyrics. For a greater experience read the lyrics and refer to the appropriate track number on the CD.

This package contains a combination of literature and sound designed for an urban eye and ear. The compilation targets a mature audience that directly deals with inner-city communities. Teenagers, and their parents, music lovers, poets, entrepreneurs, teachers, untraditional youth development and social workers will benefit best from this innovative blend.

To add authenticity to the characters and music within this book expressive language commonly used in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, NY and similar inner-city communities has been thoughtfully inserted. The intention of the Hybrid is not to offend, but help create a spirit of persistence in one experiencing it. It also seeks to provide quality and rhythmical Hip-Hop music for an audience of music lovers and poets.