Steampunk Spotlight: Professor Elemental
So. Here's the thing. I'm fairly active in the Steampunk community. I'm more or less tuned into what's happening and who's who, so how on earth did this slightly mad treasure elude me for so long? Fortunately, thanks to the wondrous Steampunk World's Fair, that has now been remedied.
Early on Friday at the Fair, the fabulous DJ Doctor Q introduced me to fellow guest Professor Elemental, and once I saw him perform, my life was forever changed. Judging from his silly picture, I thought he was a comedian or some kind of personality, and he is both, really. But the reality of Professor Elemental is much more splendid than that. He is a Steampunk rapper, a gentleman busting a move to something called Chap Hop. If you have not yet been introduced to his jovial performance, you are truly missing out.
Professor Elemental is an emcee, mad scientist (emphasis on mad), inventor, explorer, & erotic dancer. This fellow's libidinous moves are certainly not to be missed. Sexy, indeed, as you will see in the video below. Best known for his song "Cup of Brown Joy," which has reached over one million hits on YouTube, he will have you shouting "Yes, please" before the kettle even boils.
Secondly, the song "Fighting Trousers" is just as fun, and it speaks to his rival Chap Hop Rapper, Mr. B, The Gentleman Rhymer. They are in the middle of an old fashioned rap war, English style; i.e., with lots of tea, crumpets, and decorum. The first showdown was this past weekend in Brighton, UK, but I have little doubt they'll soon be bringing their cultured brawl to this side of the pond. (Especially if we Texas Steampunks have any say in the matter.)
There are many more Splendid songs in addition to these two. So do yourself a favor and give a listen. This delightful and rather mad bloke will brighten your day and make you laugh out loud. You will never look at a pith helmet in quite the same way.
Support the good Professor by buying a CD or downloading his songs in MP3. Truly, they will raise your spirits and bring teapots full of joy into your life.
Time for a Cup of Brown Joy for me. Earl Grey for Lady Grey? Yes, please!
(Two drops.)
Lovely.
-_Q
Connect with Professor Elemental online: website * twitter * facebook
Read more about the good professor in WIRED, The Wall Street Journal, and on Suite101
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