Having plowed the underground scene for a decade under the moniker 3nP (Third Nail Productions), MG is reaping greatly with Tooth & Nail rap imprint Uprok Records. His debut release Transparemcee is an explosion of DJ-ing—by the likes of Melo-D (of the internationally renowned World Famous Beat Junkies) and cameos by Pigeon John of L.A. Symphony—and tight, live grooves. From the start listeners will sense MG’s passionate madness as he raps wildly over ultra-funky live vamps like "Interlude" and the radio-ready "Compliments Of"(complete with R. Kelly-like chorus). Audio whiplash occurs as MG intermittently lulls listeners with acoustic guitars on various tracks like the romantic "Let’s Cruise."

Like a cross between the Pharcyde and Wyclef of Fugees fame, this CD is surprisingly accessible, mixing thick, sing-songy rhymes with new and old school beats, cellos, mariachi, bagpipes and probably even the kitchen sink. Thumping through the stylistic gymnastics of Transparemcee is the heart of a vulnerable, yet challenging hip-hop evangelist. In keeping with the music, MG’s lyrics are fun and engaging with topics that range from his love of Seattle burger joints to the basic human need for salvation in the face of death.

Transparemcee is a welcomed and wildly original breath of funky air for those bored with by-the-numbers hip-hop and Christian music.