Harlem Renaissance High School “Better Way”

R.H.Y.M.E. (Rhymes Helping Young Minds Excel) 12-Week music songwriting and mentoring program in collaboration with Harlem Renaissance High School.

The students of Harlem Renaissance, along with lead teaching artist CONQUEST: Jason Andre Roberts wrote, produced and recorded “BETTER WAY”, an impassioned, intense and thought provoking hip-hop anthem. One that’s speaks on racial inequality, police brutality, social issues and most of all, the hope and ambition of our youth to build better communities and be beacons of justice. In addition, they shot a captivating performance driven video, with imagery that supported the lyrical content, which also in turn, inspired the eventual cover art.

Lead Teaching Artist: Jason “CONQUEST” Roberts

Project Manager: Kevin Toledo

Intern: Justyn Andrade

Videographer: Eric Mason

Written by Jason “CONQUEST” Roberts, Dwight Keller, Mamadou Diallo & Justyn Andrade

Producer: Roxanne Flores and Brigette Hope

Engineered, co-produced, arranged by Kevin Toledo

Recorded at Harlem Renaissance High School

Mixed and mastered by Kevin Toledo

Additional guest verse: Jason “CONQUEST” Roberts

Cover art: Rob Ayala