Got this through this morning.

Tom, who is now working in Mexico, started the Community League with me roughly six years ago. We operate on a simple premise – a group of friends that all live in all corners of the world and share a passion for making rap music (even if it isn’t gold standard), aiding our communities, and supporting each others endeavors.

The trophy logo stems from a purchase I made in Milwaukee, WI on my 21st birthday. A trophy. The exact silhouette above, reading “MOST IMPROVED PLAYER IN THE COMMUNITY LEAGUE, Augustus Rufe, 1923.” I loved the inclusive nature of the award. And, it’s become representative of our brand of community.

I’m really chuffed that Tom decided to get the tattoo. I got mine 3 years ago… and we have made a few t-shirts for select folks with the image (originally done by BJ Betts).

In the previous incarnation of Black Lodges I mentioned the League a few times. It remains something I don’t often talk about or promote. (Almost everything we make – music, t-shirts, posters – is given away). But, today’s email with the above tattoo reminded me how much my little collective means to me.

Much love to Tom, Opp, Joe, Tim, and my brother, Christopher.