Chances are most University students started kindergarten after the Hieroglyphics started performing, probably some even born in the same year — 1993. The near 20 year old hip-hop collective proved that they still have that spark on the W.O.W. Hall stage Tuesday night in Eugene. Hiero put on an energetic performance of new and old songs, including performances of the rappers’ solo ventures. The group regularly tours through Eugene. “We’ve been here many times, and each time is so special, so we really enjoy stopping here,” said emcee A-Plus.
The Hieroglyphics take the W.O.W. Hall stage late Tuesday night performing a set that included classic, new, and solo songs from the near 20 year old group. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)
Emcee Casual of the Hieroglyphics steps toward the W.O.W. Hall audience as he raps Tuesday, January 31, 2012. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)
Phesto and Opio of the Hieroglyphics provide vocal backings during their show at the W.O.W. Hall on Tuesday, January 31, 2012. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)
Energetic A-Plus of the Bay Area hip-hop group, Hieroglyphics performs songs from his new mixtape, which samples Red Hot Chili Peppers classics. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)
Hieroglyphics emcee Pep Love retreats to the back of the stage as other group members take the spotlight at the W.O.W. Hall on Tuesday, January 31, 2012. The large ensemble rotates rapping on each verse while the others provide vocal backings, reminiscent of the call-and-response style of hip-hop. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)
Emcee and producer Opio holds a mic on stage with the Hieroglyphics at the W.O.W. Hall in Eugene on Tuesday, January 31, 2012. The eight-man hip-hop group from Oakland, Cal. has been together since 1993 and is set to release a new album this calendar year. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)
