Born and raised in Southeast Jamaica, Queens, "Badlands" Booker has always had hip hop flowing thru his veins, and spent much of his early years rhyming under the moniker "Big Hulk". Teaming up with his childhood friend Keith "Vultcha" Thomas, Shopping demo tapes, Performing at Open Mic sessions, and doing open mic showcases. We even did a promo in 1997 for NY's Iconic Hip Hop Station Hot 97 for A
ir Personality "Curt Flirt" (which the Vultcha produced). That year I also pursued another passion, Competitive Speed Eating. So after a brief hiatus from hip hop, and becoming One of the most beloved eaters in the game, in 2003, with the help of producer/musician Julian Maile (Loser's lounge, Rent, Spray Paint Star) I Decided to create a new genre called "Competitive Eating Themed Hip Hop", and recorded "The Sweet Science of Competitive Eating" what would be Hip Hop's first competitive eating themed album. On Independence Day 2004, Hungry & Focused was released with ovelwelming praise, and to this day and 5 albums later, fans are still staying "Hungry & Focused" on Badlands Booker! As i press on my Journey I have to say Thanks for your support, God Bless, and whatever you do in life, stay Hungry & Focused!
