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Yehoshua’s Bio
It is my pleasure to give you Yehoshua’s bio.
Who Am I?
I AM Yehoshua. Joshua is my biological name. Yehoshua simply means “Joshua” in the Hebrew language. I chose this to be my skate name, because I want to identify with my hebrew roots. After finding out who I am according to the hebrew/christian bible, the name Yehoshua, has become a part of who I Am. And it just so happens that the book of Joshua in the old testament, is one of my favorite books to read. Yes, I am an avid reader, and I indulge in a wide variety of genres, but the bible has to be my favorite. Nothing really comes close to it. Its rich history, its promises, its prophetic word, It has it all. I am inspired by the story of Joshua, the successor of Moses, leading the Israelites into the promised land. Joshua was a leader, and a skilled warrior, and that’s the person I strive to be. As a Christian, and a believer of the holy bible, I like to spread God’s word, so I will leave you all with this. When Joshua was burdened by the daunting task set before him, God told him this, “Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” All throughout the book of Joshua, the lord calls him to be faithful, courageous, calm under pressure, and a bold and righteous leader. These are the qualities I want to express with my skating, and the qualities I aim to bring to the JBGODS skate team.
Why Do I Skate?
I am fascinated by Chicago’s Jb skate culture.
I was introduced to the skate scene by my uncle, Jerome Taylor, who has been skating for many years. He is an OG Jb skater, and has his own unique style. You’ve probably seen him, rocking the tattered combat boots on a Thursday night at the Rink on 87th. One thing about my uncle, is that nobody can keep up with him, not even myself. How so you may ask? Well, the reason is because he is the slowest skater on the floor! No matter how hard I try to stay with him while doing a routine, I just roll straight past him. As a matter of fact, sometimes I can get around the entire rink and find him still on the same side of the floor. He tells me he doesn’t like to do routines that much, probably for that reason. When he skates, he is in his own world. Nobody else skates like him, from what I have seen.
I have fond memories of my uncle taking my brother and I to skate at Markham or Rich City every weekend. Man, do I miss those two rinks. Even though I can barely remember what Rich City looks like, all I can remember is a skate boot drawn in the middle of the floor. I had to be like 10, the last time I skated there. But I can remember Markham vividly. Markham has to be my favorite rink. I have skated there the most. Too bad it isn’t open anymore. Perhaps the JBGODS can do something about this… only time will tell. When my uncle would take us skating, all we could do was skate around the rink in circles in our beat-up rental skates. I could not skate backwards or do any tricks, let alone balance on one foot. I wouldn’t dare do anything but skate forwards, around and around, until my right inner foot would blister. But I enjoyed every bit of it. And I would look forward to the next session. Then there was my uncle, crazy legging in the middle, spinning, and doing some intricate JB footwork in those shiny black leather boots. All I could do was watch in amazement, knowing for sure that I’d never be able to do any of those things. Or so I thought.
My uncle would coerce us to skate with him often, and I am grateful for it, because it was my introduction to Chicago’s skate scene. In the beginning of 2022, I bought some skates of my own and decided that I would dedicate myself to learning how to JB skate. I started taking lessons at Glenwood and The Rink, and learned from some legendary skaters. A little hobby turned into a way of life, to the point where all I could think about was skating, and how I could improve.
Why JBGODS?
It’s the name that drew me.
There is power in a name.
When I told myself that I would become a JB Skater, I had the goal in mind of being a part of a skate crew, or starting one myself. I took notice of the many skate crews in Chicago, but when I heard about a team called JBGODS, I had to learn more. That name just stuck out to me. So I did my research.
It was a summer night on a BC Monday at Glenwood, when I ran into the GodKing Pharoah, the founder of the JBGODS team. He was flying down the rink like a torpedo, doing all of these crazy dynamic jumps on one foot, and landing them with grace. Skating a million miles per hour, as if the rink had no walls. He was wearing this turban-like thing on his head, and his all black attire read “JBGODS” in crimson red. When the music slowed down, I walked up to him, hoping just to introduce myself and pay my respects. Little did I know that he would invite me to join the team shortly after. I was taken aback by this, thinking that there was no way that I was eligible to be a JBGOD with my limited skating experience. He told me only this, to show my consistency and dedication. I accepted.
Calling oneself a god, Is that a good thing? I think so. Clearly we are not saying that we are the creator of the universe. There is only one creator, and that is God. And we are his creation, made in his image. However, we are little creators in our own right. JB Skating, that is an expression of our creativity. We as black people, tend to think down on ourselves, and not give ourselves enough credit for the accomplishments that we make. We tend to think that we are some of the least desirable people, little do we know that we are God’s jewels. The things we speak upon ourselves play a critical role in our self-esteem as a people. Calling oneself a god, is not for self glory, but it is to remind us of what we aspire to be; like God. Like the Most-High. Divine. It is high time that we aspire to be something greater than ourselves, on and off the skate floor. “Ye are gods, and all children of the Most-High”- Christ.
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Where To Skate On A Saturday
It’s a beautiful, sunny day here in Chicago and the question is where to skate on a Saturday. We probably have more rinks in a 20 mile radius than most states. Even with this advantage I still have a hard time. I’m trying to find a place where I like to skate on a Saturday evenings. There are so many factors to consider when choosing an ideal skate session.
How Do You Do That Trick
I had a conversation with some skaters after a session this week and I told them something that I’ve been thinking about lately. I stretch and workout specifically for the techniques that I want to practice at a session. Today is Saturday at 3:40 pm and I’m doing stretches and workouts for the session on Monday. I’m getting ready for Monday. That’s my answer to how I do stuff. I spend days preparing for it and studying for it and this system never stops.
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Wednesday Oct 2 – Stretch It Out
Today is Wednesday Oct 2 of 2024 and we have us a serious jb session tonight. The time is 10am here in Chicago, have you stretched yet?? Have you done a small exercise to warm up?? I ask because I see so many people stretching at the session before they skate. In my opinion, it’s too late then. You should be stretching and warming up a week prior. Even then, you’re still behind schedule.
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Stretch And Exercise Every Day of October
I have a small challenge for you. See how much different your skating ability changes if you do five minutes of stretching and a small workout every day of October. Today is Wednesday Oct 2 but it’s not too late to get started now. Stretch your arms, legs and core. Those are the most important groups to get. Do some leg raises standing, sitting and laying down.
Don’t Wear Yourself Out
Remember, you don’t have to break a sweat in order for a workout to be effective. You definitely will not burn as many calories but warming and stretching your joints for 5 minutes, every single day will make a difference. If you can’t reach your toes with your legs straight, let your knees stay bent. You are still getting a good stretch with bent knees. I do it all of the time and it works almost immediately.
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The Book of Khepri | When Was JBGODS Started | The Future of JBSKATE Music | The Book Of Khepri Drops | Members From Houston | Chicago Rain in Late 2024 | We Doing God Sh** Only | Talking My Shit
See the September posts from JBGODS where we talk about the local and national JBSKATE scene. Find out what’s happening here in Chicago and all over the country. See when new skaters join the team and find out about new projects in the works.
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October Belongs To The Gods
It’s that time of year, October belongs to the Gods. It’s a beautiful day here in Chicago. The sun is warm and the breeze is gentle. Thank you to everyone for streaming the Book of Khepri, this has been an exciting release. Our latest album has only been live for 12 hours but I’m already on to the next one. Get ready for JBSKATE Originals coming this month and subscribe for email links to new drops.
Cutting The Cake For Tradition
This year the JBGODS will start our own tradition. We’ll cut a white cake that symbolizes sharing wealth between the team. Our hardest working team player will cut the first slice and pass it to the youngest or newest member. This symbolizes passing on our team heritage and history to new generations. October belongs to the gods and we will solidify this fact with tradition, ceremony and pomp and circumstance.
October Belongs To The Gods | Wednesday Oct 2 – Stretch It Out
Movie Music For JBSKATERS
Some of you may have noticed the movie tracks that I published. Do you like those?? Would you like to hear more?? Let me know on Instagram.
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See the September posts from JBGODS where we talk about the local and national JBSKATE scene. Find out what’s happening here in Chicago and all over the country. See when new skaters join the team and find out about new projects in the works.
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The Book of Khepri Drops
Today is BC Monday here in Chicago and the Book of Khepri drops in about 4 and a half hours. Right at midnight, after our Monday night session, we can all stream some new JBSKATE music. Please remember, I write this music for JBSKATERS. I made all of it especially for you. The Chicago style has influenced all of my work. You’ll see that in everything that I do.
Stream The Album At Midnight
I’m excited about this one. If you like the Book of Enoch or the songs that make up the Book of the Dead, then you’ll like this. The energy pushes a little bit harder with this one. The color of the musical environment is a little bit darker. My mood is a little bit angrier here, lol.
Let Me Know What You Think
Remember, I’m writing this music so that we take JBSKATE music from underground to the mainstream. I’m also writing this music so that JBSKATERS have new music to enjoy. My style is a bit different from what we are used to but I built it all on the same musical principals.
The Book of Khepri | When Was JBGODS Started | The Future of JBSKATE Music | The Book Of Khepri Drops | Members From Houston | Chicago Rain in Late 2024 | We Doing God Sh** Only | Talking My Shit
See the September posts from JBGODS where we talk about the local and national JBSKATE scene. Find out what’s happening here in Chicago and all over the country. See when new skaters join the team and find out about new projects in the works.
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Chicago Rain in Late 2024
We are getting some Chicago rain in late 2024. It’s the end of September and the weather has been a bit back and forward between warmth and that slight winter chill. Storms have rolled in overnight and during the evenings, hinting a change of season. I’m not ready for it. I’m never ready for the winter.
Beautiful Chicago Weather in Late 2024
Aside from the toils of climate change, the weather has been so beautiful here in Chicago. The weather has been more than satisfactory. I mean the weather has been so pleasing in this fall season that any outfit that you wear outside will feel comfortable in this breeze. The wind and the soft warmth of the sun seem to comfort the whole city, as if to give us all a hug before the snow comes and blankets the ground.
Good Memories in 2024
The JBGODS have accomplished a lot this year. We’ve set many goals and reached them. Many of them came late, many came right on time. Tonight, I’m feeling really proud of us. This thing that we have is really making progress and I’m glad that I can share it with you.
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See the September posts from JBGODS where we talk about the local and national JBSKATE scene. Find out what’s happening here in Chicago and all over the country. See when new skaters join the team and find out about new projects in the works.
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Members From Houston
Members from Houston are interested in being JBGODS, this is good news to the GodKing Pharaoh, who else is there?? Speak up if you really want to make that move. We are a welcoming team. We share our routines with anyone, the point is to spread JBSKATING and not to keep it unknown.
Members From Chicago To Be Promoted
Most people don’t know this, but I’ve created a ranking system for JBSKATING. This ranking system is based on knowledge of routines and execution of routines. So far, only two JBGODS have been recognized and awarded their certifications. Three more members from the JBGODS Skate Team will get their certs this year. This entire process is important to me and it is one that I take seriously. It’s important to me that after all of the work that my team does, they have something physical to show for it.
Members From Out Of Town
I’m not sure if I’ll make it a habit of bringing skaters onto the team from out of town. I meant for the gods to represent Chicago. That is where the team is born and Chicago is where the team stays. As of now, this is a thought that I’ll continue to work with. But, in the meantime, if you are interested in our team, say something.
The Book of Khepri | When Was JBGODS Started | The Future of JBSKATE Music | The Book Of Khepri Drops | Members From Houston | Chicago Rain in Late 2024 | We Doing God Sh** Only | Talking My Shit
See the September posts from JBGODS where we talk about the local and national JBSKATE scene. Find out what’s happening here in Chicago and all over the country. See when new skaters join the team and find out about new projects in the works.
The Book of Enoch The Book of Pharaohs The Book of the Dead Albums
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JBSKATE Originals
I have finished the Book of Khepri and now it is time for me to begin my next task, JBSKATE Originals. The culture is constantly moving and I am guiding us forward. JBGODS is guiding the entire JBSKATE community forward. We need new music and I have dedicated myself to that task. Directly after I publish Khepri, I’m going to begin publishing JBSKATE Originals.
Two JBSKATE Albums In One Month
This is how serious I am. Two separate albums with two very differents moods will come out in the month of October. If time permits and I work hard enough, I may be able to drop a 3rd album next month. October belongs to the gods, if you wonder why, it’s when I started the team. That’s the best skating decision that I have ever made.
Jump School With JBGODS
At this moment, very little is more important to me than a knowledge of routines, speed and jumps. I have some very specific plans for the future of JBGODS and JBSKATING as a whole. We need to sell spectator seats. In my opinion, classic jb skating is not going to sell out an arena. Excitement and dynamic showmanship will sell out an arena.
The Book of Khepri | When Was JBGODS Started | The Future of JBSKATE Music | The Book Of Khepri Drops | Members From Houston | Chicago Rain in Late 2024 | We Doing God Sh** Only | Talking My Shit
See the September posts from JBGODS where we talk about the local and national JBSKATE scene. Find out what’s happening here in Chicago and all over the country. See when new skaters join the team and find out about new projects in the works.
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