Aspecks recently met up with Wanlov the Kubulor in London where he is currently promoting his new album "Green Card". Wanlov is an individual who expresses himself truthfully, using knowledge and music to share the diverse cultural aspecks of his life as a global citizen. In Part One Wanlov discusses with Aspecks his music and his views on identity and stereotypes.

Part II, Music videos and London show dates available after the jump

One of the most common quotes that is helpful in explaining some of the principles embodied in Jeet Kune Do is “using no way as way.” Bruce emphasised the importance of emptying one’s mind of preconceived notions. He related this to any sphere of activity, not simply to the performance of a martial and was referring to the centuries of tradition and conditioning that can hinder an individuals’ progress along the path towards self-knowledge.

“Most martial arts instructors are so doggone stubborn, you know? I mean their attitude is ‘well, two hundred years ago it was taught like this, therefore it should continue to be taught like this.’ To maintain that type of attitude – I mean you’ve had it…You will never grow, because learning is a discovering thing. It’s a constant process of discovery.” ...