Following an inexplicable trend of unorthodox celebrities releasing rap albums (Steve-O, Bindi Irwin), veteran comedian Bill Cosby is set to release a hip-hop album later this year. The news comes as a shock to many, as Cosby has been an outspoken voice against rap for years.

Cosby’s album will be titled State of Emergency, and tackles pertinent issues in today’s urban culture;

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TNP: What is your name(s) and what do you do in Philmont?

PH: Scott Taube - lead vocals, guitar
Josiah Prince - guitar, keys, vocals
Justin Sams - bass, vocals
Todd Davis - drums

TNP: How did you come up with your band’s name?

PH: Looked through an atlas.

TNP: Is there a story about how your band came together or were you all friends before?