Have you ever played on a sports team, and had to sit patiently on the bench, eagerly awaiting the opportunity to offer your contribution to the outcome of the game? If you ever found yourself uttering “Put me in coach I’m ready to play” then you can relate to the rapper 80-SICKS. Born in San Antonio, TX and raised in Hope, AR, Sacramento, CA now residing in Fort Walton Beach, FL. 80-SICKS born Eric Phillips displays a proper balance of confidence, charisma, humility, and witty word play that sets him apart from the crowd. CEO and President of Hunger Pains Entertainment established in 2000, 80-SICKS or “6” has been polishing his craft, while waiting for the ideal moment to make his debut. 80-SICKS has opened up for 3-6 Mafia, Mac Dre’, B-Legit and R.B.L Posse’, as well as various appearances in artist showcases, and open mics in Sacramento CA, San Francisco CA, Reno NV, Fort Walton Beach FL, and has featured on numerous compilations, mixed tapes, and commercially released projects. A visual spectacle on stage 80-SICKS exudes a level of confidence reserved for polished professionals. 80-SICKS interacts with the crowd, and incorporates his audience in his live shows, and is known to reward his fans with everything from cash, to merchandise. 80-SICKS includes a segment in his show where he displays his trade mark ” 6 Shooter” which is in an innovative way for his audience to redeem prizes from the bar, concession stand, as well as his portable merchandise booth. The music bug bit 80-SICKS at a tender age. His drive and dedication to HIP HOP can be attributed to his vast support group, of advocates in various states who refuse to let 80-SICKS become discouraged, his nationwide network of friends, fans & followers have built 80-SICKS up beyond even his own expectations , with comparisons such as Xzibit, Ice Cube, Scarface, and impressionable lyrics that provoke thought, and draw comparisons to the likes of NAS or Jada Kiss, 80-SICKS ever the modest one, brushes off the flattery, and realizes he has big shoes to fill, and scores of believers, from different backgrounds, nationwide, who have reached an unbiased, general consensus. The success of 86 is Inevitable. 80-SICKS formed Hunger Pains Entertainment out of the frustration of having his dreams of releasing a project to the masses, be dangled before him, only to be snatched away on numerous occasions, by no indiscretion of his own. 80-SICKS was once signed to a recording agreement as a standout member of Sacramento, CA based trio “3AM” or commonly know as (3 angry men).When that relationship was relinquished 80-SICKS proceeded on the solo journey he was destined to pursue, forming his independent label/ marketing consultation company as well as enrolled in American River College in Sacramento CA Music Business Degree program to help himself and other artists avoid some of the pitfalls he has encountered on his quest. Upon receiving his Associates Degree, 80-SICKS relocated to Ft. Walton Beach FL, nestled in the north west tip of Florida, “The Panhandle” or the “Emerald Coast” as it is commonly referred, and began to embark on conquering an untapped market witch is a popular tourist area. 80-SICKS has been gradually building his buzz having attended seminars, and music conferences from Atlanta, GA to Mobile, AL, 80-sicks Has compiled contacts from to DJ”S to P.R people, and is currently set to release his mix tape ‘The RAP –A-HOLIC”. 80-SICKS has what it takes to have longevity in the entertainment far beyond the aspect of being and artist, 80-SICKS has the versatility, and can also be an asset in the executive realm as well. 80-SICKS refuses to be pigeon-holed into one role in the entertainment world. Some of the Artist that have had inspiration on 80-SICKS include, N.W.A, Rakim, Scarface, Tupac, NAS, Jada Kiss, Outkast and Goodie Mob. Able to easily adapt to change 80-SICKS also draws on the current trends as well, having compiled a vast library of material with songs and topics ranging from club bangers, to political subjects, to family/relationships issues, and the streets. With an undying passion for the arts, and a relentless work ethic, stay tuned for new developments, and upcoming releases from 80-SICKS and HungerPains Entertainment.
