Oakland, CA – Underground hip hop legend Sunspot Jonz, one of the founding members of Living Legends, is set to release the first album of his double album, Bad 2 The Bonez, on January 24th, 2025, marking his 20th solo release. This highly anticipated double album showcases Sunspot Jonz’s dynamic skills as both an artist and producer, bringing together an all-star lineup of guest appearances that span the underground and conscious hip hop scene.
The album features collaborations with iconic artists such as Del the Funky Homosapien, Tash from Tha Alkaholiks, Slug from Atmosphere, Blu, Reverie, Fatlip from The Pharcyde, Abstract Rude, Lateef the Truth Speaker from Latyrx, Medusa, DJ Fresh, Dirt Nasty, Sway, CMG from The Conscious Daughters,D-Sharp, Equipto, Kirby Dominant, N8 the Gr8, and Moka Only. Notably, the album features appearances from Luckyiam, Scarub, The Grouch, Eligh, and Bicasso—his fellow Living Legends members—marking a powerful continuation of their decades-long collaborations. Together, they’ve built a legacy in underground hip hop, and this album serves as yet another testament to the strength and unity of their collective, pushing the genre forward.”
The production on Bad 2 The Bonez is equally impressive, with beats crafted by Sunspot Jonz, BOAC, The Chef Boyz, Eric Swain, Factor Chandelier, Tope, Just Jay, Mr. Nemo, Def Language, Surebert, Gavin Dino, and Pete Wonder.
“Bad 2 The Bonez is a celebration of my entire journey in hip hop,” said Sunspot Jonz.
“I’ve never been afraid to speak my mind, and this album is no different. I wanted to bring together the people who’ve inspired me and who I’ve built with over the years to create something revolutionary. It’s got everything—from raw, hard-hitting beats to reflective moments that dive deep into my life experiences. People tend to label you ‘bad’ or ‘not nice’ when you speak up, but if I’m going to be labeled bad for speaking my mind, then I’ll be bad to the bone. There’s something here for every generation of hip hop heads, whether you’re from the old school or the new.”
In addition to the release of Bad 2 The Bonez, Sunspot Jonz continues to make waves in the Oakland community. As a Cultural Strategist for the City of Oakland through the Cultural Strategist-in-Government Program (CSIG), he’s using his platform and creative talents to bring fresh perspectives to the city’s schools and neighborhoods. Through his work in the CSIG Program, Sunspot Jonz is committed to addressing systemic inequities and empowering the next generation through hip hop and cultural expression.
As Sunspot Jonz prepares to drop his 20th solo album, Bad 2 The Bonez, he continues to demonstrate his unwavering dedication to hip hop and his Oakland roots.
For more information about Sunspot Jonz’s new album, upcoming events, and community work, please contact
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