Rodrick Freeman aka “Rod-zilla the Blackademic” has been a staple in the California spoken word scene for the last 5 years. His dynamic performances have graced stages from LA to Maine, heralded as the “hip hop griot”, Rod-zilla stuns crowds with his creative natural realism, an abundance of alliteration, and a delivery that’s as unforgettable as Nat Cole.

Representing the New Black Arts movements this Blackademic has made it his duty to kill popular Black male stereotype with his scholarly work, showing that the myth of the Black intellectual is not a farce at all. Equipped with knowledge of self, and African conviction Mr. Freeman has set out to be in the vanguard of progressive thinking, positive action, and edutainment to the highest degree. His prolific body of work, details the need for economic freedom and development in our communities, the need for Black accountability but not sparing venomous critiques on the powers that be.

African for the Africans

On his first body of work you will find a young Black man who is fed up, fed up with the state of the black family, prison industrial complex, mental health, and educational institutions. You will find a searching student who basks in the Pan-Africanist ray of light, a self proclaimed new age Garveyite, who wants to evoke a pulse in an otherwise flat lined nation. You

*Over 200 People came out to hear and see rodzilla during his album release party. He will be coming to a city near you soon!

Reviewer: Hugh Tolliver

Oh shit! this is one of the greatest albulms i've ever heard... period. Maybe im bias cuz this is my big cuz and he has been one of my greatest influences growing up, or maybe cuz I been a fan since day one- listenin to his peaces before he got to share them with the world. All I know is that Rodzilla is the king of this spoken word shit, hands down, he's evolved into a great poet, the best ive ever heard, im glad he waited to put this albulm together, its nuthin short of classic. Peace.

Reviewer:  Rodney Ferrell

I was able to listen to this CD before it hits stores and the production is amazing! I thought it would just be another poet talking...I should have known Rodzilla and Howard would not let me down! Every track has skits, or extra little things that make it amazing! THIS is a must have CD! Greatest Poetry CD ever!

Reviewer: Kev Millions

These tracks are so HOT! I couldn't believe this was a poetry album. The production is on point and the words that Mr. Rodzilla (once you hear this album you will be calling this man "Mr." also) is spitting. This is a MUST have! Cop this...let me repeat that...Cop this album because it will BLOW your mind!

Reviewer: Andrew N. Knight

Inspirational, controversial, and incredible... and that's just the cd cover design!

Reviewer: Nando beats

Rodzilla is an outstanding poet. It always gives me great pleasure to work with such talent. Will someone please hook me up with a C.D?

Reviewer: Nastassia Simmons

Damn Rod, you're doin big thangs now!!! i'm feelin that... and we go way back! I'm lovin the fact that I can say that I know someone who is doin it big...You know i'm tryin to get there being out here at UCLA...i see you! Ok luv... take care and keep doin it! Peace!

Reviewer: Kjar Diggs

Rod, I hope you actually read this... Rod I got mad love for you and you are such an inspiration to me... when I first heard your words at Nicks graduation party I was just like man, my cousin got some kind of talent! But when I went last Tuesday and the Tuesday before that... it was amazing! I'm so proud of you!!! Love ya and I'll see you next Tuesday!

Reviewer: Wyatt LATEEF Wiggins

It's time my people! This is a great CD for all people to study. You don't just listen to this CD, you have to study and learn from it. Great job Rod!

Reviewer: Tami Wyse

Best poetry cd Ive ever heard by far, this dood is the best poet out right now believe that. Rodzilla we need you so bad right now continue. Black Power

Reviewer: Este Walker

Rodrick is the bomb! I want to hear more! Brothers educating Brothers is needed!!

Reviewer: Dana Johnson

Oh my GOd, brotha you are so beautifull, I saw you at the conga room on weds at the ill poets in La, and let me tell you, you are the best poet Ive ever seen young man. I got your cd and played it all the way through then played it again, u will be famous, Im just proud I gotta chance to get a sighned copy. You know you fine too, stay spitting the real baby. Much Love

Reviewer: R. Pharoh Johnson

Rod is an amazing poet. He opened for Sheryl Underwood and received a much deserved standing ovation. I purchased his CD onsite and the tracks are hot. Now, I don't agree with all of his views. But I have to give it to the Brother for putting his views out there.

Reviewer: CRNSHAW

I'VE BEEN CHECKIN ROD OUT FOR SOME TIME NOW HE HAS TAKEN SAC POETRY TO ANOTHER LEVEL DONT STOP YOU CANT STOP...PEACE

Reviewer: M. Stewart

i have heard him live at stoney inn, and he is a great poet. i enjoy listening to him and i can't wait to buy his album. keep up the good work, get the message out there to our brothers and sistas

Reviewer: Jamal St.Cyr

Its amazing how one can put meaningful words together over music and have society yearning for more. Rod's spoken word is true Hip Hop and its about time our culture have spokesman that talks abouts relavent topics that goes on in this world. Rod's poety is food for thought and I want seconds!!! Love ya cuzz... Keep up the work and I'll see you at that top!!!

Reviewer: Flight27

It was a pleasure to perfom with you at PepperBellies I hope that we Get to work again and transcend The typical Asiatic black male stereotype's .The album was so dope I gave it to Moms and Pops to Vibe off of. They loved it. If you ever need Anything fam Get at me. Peace and Love respectfully yours Flight27

Reviewer: BELEVM (KOBRH MC)

A FORCE TO BE RECONNED WITH. ZILLA'S DELIVERY IS THOUGHT PIERCING, SOUL AND SPIRIT FEEDING. IT'S ABOUT TIME SOMEONE HAS STEPPED OUT TO CONTRIBUTE TO OUR LEGACY AS AFRO AMERICANS. BLESSING AND RESPECT ALWAYS. KOBRH!

Reviewer: Flight27

It was a pleasure to perfom with you at PepperBellies I hope that we Get to work again and transcend The typical Asiatic black male stereotype's .The album was so dope I gave it to Moms and Pops to Vibe off of. They loved it. If you ever need Anything fam Get at me. Peace and Love respectfully yours Flight27

Reviewer: Shawyn

A GIFT TO OUR PEOPLE. THAT IS WHAT YOU ARE ROD. YOU ARE THE CHANNEL IN WHICH HE USES TO SPEAK TO US, ABOUT US, FOR US. YOU SPEAK WHAT WE ALREADY KNOW, BUT ARE AFRAID TO SAY OUT LOUD, LET ALONE LISTEN TO. THANK YOU FOR ACCEPTING THE GIFT THAT WAS GIVEN TO YOU, IN ORDER FOR IT TO BE SHARED WITH SO MANY. WE ARE LISTENING! YOU HAVE OUR ATTENTION!

Reviewer: Phaoroah Brey Jay Three

This cd does what it says in the first poetic monologue- It will wake you the "fuck up". I saw the young man in Denver at the Kasbah on a fluke, and i have since turned his CD on to anyone and everyone. Such insight and poignance ought be played in the mainstream to detoxify the youth from psychiatric oppression and make them realize they are so much more than a fad. As a teacher of our youth, i regain faith that we strive on. Thanks.

Reviewer: Quannesha Brandon

The Sickness RODZILLA: Real, Prolific, True and Heart Felt.

Reviewer: Quannesha Brandon

The Sickness RODZILLA: Real, Prolific, True and Heart Felt.