1221’s music is written as spoken poetry over the sounds of horns, snares, vocals and guitars. Producer, Ben Bounce and Lyricist, Jersey create a soundtrack for life’s struggle through their debut album, Inches. The unraveling of poverty and riches- life and death- addiction and sobriety will encapsulate your mind and soul. Each time you listen to a song, the poems essence will unfold and something new will expose itself before your very eyes. Inches is the pinnacle display of 1221’s undaunted devotion, passion and ambition and it is what separates them from their peers in the world of hip-hop.

With Inches completed and available to the public through CD Baby, iTunes and local music stores, their primary focus has shifted to promotional efforts. Through Internet blogs and radio, along with alliances with other artists, promoters and fans, 1221 is concentrating on breaking down the doors of the music industry. Their name is followed throughout the entire region and it’s now their time to expose the world to the tenacious cadence that is 1221. While performing throughout the Garden State, 1221 is also in the process of creating their second album.

In 2002, Ben Bounce and Jersey met while attending school in Tempe, Arizona at The Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences. After completing school with their Audio Engineering degrees, they both moved back to their respective home states. Through technology and frequent visits, their journey turned into a movement. Their mission became breathing life into hip-hop which had lost the *“…blood, sweat and tears…” necessary to captivate its audience. The years to follow led to National Radio coverage, shows throughout St. Louis, Colorado and New Jersey and an unlimited amount of exposure to collaborations. They have built and continue to build relationships with multiple artists and music labels to solidify the movement.

1221’s music is a mystery that slowly begins to unravel with each listen. It’s a story of remorse, psychological warfare, recovery and resurrection in its purest form. Jersey’s pain and vulnerability slowly begin to surface as Ben Bounce wraps the beat around each and every syllable spoken. Rid your mind of everything you have come to know and allow the story of 1221 to unfold.