Prowess The Testament
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Hailing from Washington, D.C., Prowess The Testament is a commanding force in hip-hop, blending intricate storytelling, spiritual depth, and masterful lyricism into a singular artistic voice. With a career rooted in authenticity, she has shared stages with Wu-Tang Clan, Jay Electronica, Citizen Cope, Skyzoo, and Sufjan Stevens. Her moniker, bestowed by elder statesman KRS-One after a standout performance during Hip Hop Appreciation Week, reflects her exceptional dedication to craft and culture. Named a breakout artist to watch by Pitchfork, Prowess is known for immersive, narrative-driven performances that feel part concert, part ritual. Following the Sailor Moon coded Lunar Prelude: Sailor Overture and Legend of the Moon (Deluxe Edition), she is readying Sacred Water, a Dragon Ball Z inspired collaboration with Tsoh Tso, and Royal Flush Chronicles, a three-part series centered on Princess Peach, arriving in 2026. A best-selling co-author, co-writer of the 2026 Rap Laureate Journal, and host of Boom Bap Chat, Prowess is also an ultra high net worth strategist and real-life alchemist, transforming purpose into art, vision into legacy, and performance into experience.
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- Prowess The Testament
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