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MP3 & Video: DaVinci – “Trickle Down” Prod. By Blunt
Jan 28th
Bay Area’s Next In Line, DaVinci Brings A Poignant Message About Government And Community To Listeners
Bay Area's Next In Line, DaVinci Brings A Poignant Message About Government And Community To Listeners
| The Song:
As DaVinci continues to build momentum for the March 9th release of his full-length album, The Day The Turf Stood Still, he is unleashing the second in a series of three pre-album tracks. This second offering, “Trickle Down,” is again produced by Blunt, and again displays DaVinci’s poignant, yet street-corner informed, take on the Bay Area blocks that raised him and the world at large that surrounds him. As the song begins with relaxing jazz sounds, the realization soon hits that the song isn’t about relaxation at all. As DaVinci’s voice cuts through the music, the heady subject matter emerges as he raps about his neighborhood where survival is about gang wars, hate, and animosity. Taking it a step further, he compares the inne rworkings of street life to the machinations of modern day governments. As DaVinci raps, “Hate is power, love is a weakness / You do wrong the right way, they call you a genius,” the rising Bay Area emcee’s powerful message resonates loud and clear – what’s valued in the streets seems to be exactly what is valued in politics too. This is the trickle down effect that grips the government and the community. “No government is perfect,” says DaVinci. “But if you represent a nation built on lies, cheating, thieves, murder, slavery, and the like, it’s going to be difficult for the people who make up that nation to see this as wrong.” Further proving the Bay Area emcee’s penchant for releasing quality content, joining “Trickle Down” is a video montage, commanded by DaVinci’s own firm narrative. “Take a ride with me,” begins DaVinci over the sounds of a beating heart. Coming together with the driving strength of DaVinci’s words is a number of different black and white images, each signaling its own significance to the Fillmore native’s experiences, thoughts, and themes found throughout his music. “Trickle Down” prod. Blunt: http://media.audibletreats.com/DaVinci-Trickle_Down_Prod_By_Blunt.mp3 For more information on DaVinci please contact Michelle or Dan at Audible Treats. The Background: The Fillmore District has bred more rappers per capita than any other district in San Francisco, and although the older generations recall its rich musical history rooted in Jazz, the Fillmore today is rife with drugs, turf wars, and mass gentrification. DaVinci, a young MC raised in the Fillmore, is a prime example of the duality of this area, who at the age of 13 was homeless, hungry, and hopeful for a way out. Explains DaVinci, “My music has everything to do with my environment: from robbing, killing, pimpin’ to selling and abusing drugs,” he explains about his heavy content. “It’s a direct reflection of what my friends and family have been through and are still going through.” While his story is similar to many other young rappers’ upbringings, DaVinci was surrounded by an incredible pool of Fillmore talent and by studying with the greats, he was able to sharpen his skills and aim higher than most, cultivating his story-telling abilities beyond mere drug-and-gun-talk. Growing up in the same 10-block radius as Bay Area rap legends San Quinn and JT the Bigga Figga, DaVinci was content in merely watching the next generation follow in their footsteps, until he received overwhelming praise from his peers from a mixtape appearance, which then prompted him to pursue rap professionally. In 2006, San Quinn welcomed him onto the “Pressure Makes Diamonds Tour” with rap veterans Xzibit and Tech N9ne. Since the tour, DaVinci has kept busy appearing on numerous mixtapes and compilations, as well as preparing his official debut album, The Day The Turf Stood Still. The Day The Turf Stood Still will be available March 9, 2010 via SWTBRDS Creative Collective. |
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Video montage: “Trickle Down” Prod. By Blunt: “It’s On Me” Prod. By Blunt: Bio, pictures, and streams available here: Twitter: MySpace: Facebook: Official Site: Label Site: |
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MP3: Bisco Smith – “Vibrations” (Scott Thorough Remix)
Jan 28th
Teaming With Nuclear Family Producer Scott Thorough, Bisco Delivers Genre Bending Remix For The Broadcast’s Newest Single
Teaming With Nuclear Family Producer Scott Thorough, Bisco Delivers Genre Bending Remix For The Broadcast's Newest Single
The Song:
After Bisco Smith’s newest album, The Broadcast, arrived with a bang, he has taken his single, “Vibrations” to the next level with its revamped remix. Producer Scott Thorough was brought in for this remix to provide a different angle for the edgy single. A Brooklyn native, Thorough is a member of the Nuclear Family and has produced remixes for Embedded Music and Def Jux artists Baje One, Cool Calm Pete, Core Rhythm, and more, along with his frequent collaborations with Bisco. “Scott has remixed a bunch of tunes for me in the past and always comes with the dark, heavy, hard-hitting material,” says Bisco. “I am a fan of dubstep, drum and bass, and heavy electronic tunes and I think Scott always incorporates those elements in what he sends my way.”
The echoed beginning of “We gonna get you out of here,” followed by a moment of dead air, erases all pretense for the remix, opening up the listener to the new possibilities of Scott Thorough’s imaginings. Warped sounds, pounding drums, and a descending synthesizer bass line continuously push the music forward, but in a different way than the original single – its eerie setup, and the feel it provides Bisco’s lyrics, fill the remix with a seemingly slowed, yet driving power. Coming to an end, the remix takes yet another turn, as Bisco directs the drum kick, bass line, and snare hit with his intense, syncopated lyrics. Then, coming full circle, the remix closes the same way it began – an echoing “We gonna get you out of here” permeates the speakers, reinforcing the song’s theme of musical escape as Bisco’s fading vocals wander off, pulling the listener’s thoughts with them. The most musically diverse effort of Bisco’s career, The Broadcast pushes the boundaries of what hip-hop can be, and with the album’s remixes, and the efforts of Scott Thorough, “Vibrations” continues to challenge the hip-hop status quo. Bisco Smith’s The Broadcast is currently available via all digital retailers.
“Vibrations” (Scott Thorough Remix):
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Vibrations_Scott_Thorough_Remix.mp3
Bisco Smith’s second full-length album The Broadcast is available now. Please post buy links: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-broadcast/id345566067
The Broadcast teaser #2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6b_pedRrHA
Please contact Michelle or Dan if interested in talking with Bisco
THE BACKGROUND:
Bisco Smith moved to NYC 10 plus years ago from Connecticut and quickly made a name for himself DJ‘ing at clubs, distributing mixtapes, performing at open mics, and in graffiti circles. His debut release, The Basics EP (2006), gained the favorable attention of music critics and his subsequent release, The Stay Up Project mixtape (2007) was downloaded over 5,000 times. Bisco’s penchant for capturing our chaotic reality with his narratives, images, and collaborations has earned him a reputation as one of the most honest and creative artists of today. Going beyond music, Bisco Smith is also an accomplished graphic artist. He’s done cover art, designed promotional materials and spearheaded art direction for artists such as Aesop Rock, The Perceptionists, C-Rayz-Walz, Murs, El-P, and others. His art has been featured in several magazines and art house coffee table books and in galleries, such as Danny Simmon’s Rush Arts Gallery. 2008 was a big year for Bisco. He released the critically acclaimed album When Electric Night Falls (Embedded Music), toured the US, and performed at CMJ, SXSW, Scribble Jam, and NXNE. Since the start of 2009, Bisco has already released a multimedia project entitled The Strange Love Project, and is now preparing for the release of The Broadcast. It is clear that he shows no sign of slowing down. He spends his time designing everything from record covers to websites, painting walls, participating in art gallery shows, and mentoring the city’s youth with art and music, all the while transmitting top quality music to the world. Prepare to tune into Bisco Smith’s forthcoming LP, The Broadcast, available online now.
Streams:
“Vibrations” (Scott Thorough Remix)
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Vibrations_Scott_Thorough_Remix.mp3
“Vibrations”
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Vibrations.mp3
“Broadcast Live” (Remix of TV On The Radio’s “Wear You Out”)
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Broadcast_Live-TV_On_The_Radio_Remix.mp3
“Railroads” Turnbull Green Remix
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Railroads_Remix.mp3
The Broadcast teaser video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQXp5XGmAh8
“Railroads” Feat. Human?, Grimace & Esen
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Railroads_Feat_Human_Grimace_and_Esen.mp3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuMikYlFkgU
“Fresh Water” Blockhead Remix
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Freshwater_Blockhead_Remix.mp3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnsLubftQ7Y
“Fresh Water”
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Fresh_Water.mp3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBuMEGjo6hg
“Morning Breath” (LeParasite Remix)
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Morning_Breath_LeParasite_RMX.mp3
“Morning Breath”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mt_RwqdNTFg
http://media.audibletreats.com/Bisco_Smith-Morning_Breath_main.mp3
The Strange Love Project
http://www.busybisc1.com/strangelove/
Bio, pictures, and streams available here:
http://www.audibletreats.com/download/bisc1
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/bisco.smith
YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/busybisc
Twitter:
http://twitter.com/biscoSmith
MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/Bisc1
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NFL Party: Super Bowl Edition
Jan 28th
Grand Finale
Event: NFL Party: Super Bowl Edition
“”Grand Finale”"
What: Night of Mayhem
Start Time: Saturday, February 6 at 9:00pm
End Time: Sunday, February 7 at 3:00am
Where: Jazz Spot
F.R.E.S.H Group & Roc Out Production present
NFL: National F.R.E.S.H List Party, *SuperBowl of Promoters Edition
“Grand Finale”
Join us for an evening of exquisite taste and elegance with a touch of southern soul. The mood will be set with Resident DJ Flex blending the latest Hip Hop, Soul, and R&B!
An event for every occassion produces a F.R.E.S.H era!
LADIES FREE til 10:30 | Saturday February 6 | Jazz Spot | 400 Washington Ave | Doors open @ 9pm| STYLE CODE: F.R.E.S.H
This month we will be celebrating the birthdays for all tha Aquarius’s. If you are interested in celebrating your birthday please email info@thafreshgroup.com or call 314.283.1588.
Come out celebrate and experience a F.R.E.S.H era!
Please consider bottle service as a guarantee to have a F.R.E.S.H experience!
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Battery/Jive Hit-Maker D.C. Don Juan Prepares “Lookie Looky” For Radio, Digital Retailers
Jan 23rd
D.C.'s Own Celebrates Hit Single With Official MP3 And Video Release
| The Song:
Battery/Jive recording artist D.C. Don Juan has wasted no time getting his career in full swing. Shortly after signing his major label deal, the D.C.-raised rapper who has previously honed his skills under the driving motivation of NBA stars DerMarr Johnson, Allen Iverson, and Carmelo Anthony, released the video for his exciting new single, “Lookie Looky,” receiving both commercial and critical acclaim. Proud of the video’s early success, D.C. Don Juan and Battery Records are proud to announce the release of the single to radio as well as the release of the mp3 and video to all digital retailers, including industry leader iTunes. Built around a descending, staccato synthesizer line, the infectious “Lookie Looky” quickly kicks into high gear as strings, bending synthesizers, and bouncy, bass-heavy drums back up the rapper’s infectious, sing-along chorus and winding verses. Not to be outshined by the song’s catchy beat, the video pits D.C. Don Juan as the clear star of the show, as the up-beat, club-ready song receives the perfect visual treatment – D.C. Don Juan intermingles with attractive women, rolling cars, and fun, visually tantalizing special effects. Scanning from scene to scene, the video’s innovative, sidewalk-chalk-inspired look offers a popping, light-hearted cartoon emphasis to illustrate the song’s phrases and imagery, including, of course, the song’s ever-contagious catch phrase, “Lookie Looky.” As D.C. Don Juan’s star continues to rise, we’re pretty sure having people look at him will be the least of his concerns. “Lookie Looky” Official video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIb7Qz-rGTU Please post buy links if you can!: For more information on D.C. Don Juan or Battery Records please contact Michelle or Dan at Audible Treats. The Background: D.C. Don Juan, born Maurice Campbell Jr., overcame many challenges early in life that forced him to look past the negative and focus on fresh, upbeat, and club-ready music and lyrics. After moving from the Bronx, NY to Washington, D.C., D.C. Don Juan’s passion for music brought him to Atlanta where he flourished. With the help of Dermarr Johnson, long time friend and member of the Denver Nuggets, D.C. Don Juan began his professional career. Recording an astonishing 4,000 songs up to this point in his career, the artist is currently signed to Battery Records, an imprint under Sony Music Entertainment‘s RCA/JIVE Label Group, and promoting his new single and video, “Lookie Looky”. The song has made huge waves in D.C. Don Juan’s hometown of Washington, D.C. and is increasing in popularity across the nation. |
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“Lookie Looky”: “Lookie Looky” video with lyrics: Bio, pictures, and streams available here: Twitter: MySpace: Facebook: Label Site: |
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Renowned Hiero Imperium Records Ready To Extend Legacy In 2010
Jan 23rd
Critical Praise for Montezuma’s Revenge:
2010 Will See Releases from Tajai, Chosen Few, Opio, Pep Love, Casual, And Others
“…this has the makings of a brand new classic set to shake things up all over again. 9/10″ – RapReviews.com
“…Souls Of Mischief’s Montezuma’s Revenge is a solid testament to their staying power, and also should be used as a blueprint for up-and-coming groups that strive for longevity—because learning from a collective that’s been doing it since “93″ isn’t a bad studying block to start from.” – ihiphop.com
(January 22, 2010 – Brooklyn, NY) 2009 may not yet be a distant memory, but Hiero Imperium Records is already looking to the future with their energetic plans for the new year. The Oakland based label is poised to be at the forefront of underground hip-hop in 2010 with releases from Tajai, Chosen Few, Opio, Pep Love, Casual, and more.
Hiero Imperium Records triumphed in 2009 with the celebrated album, Montezuma’s Revenge from West Coast legends, Souls of Mischief. The album, lauded by both fans and critics alike, not only cemented Souls of Mischief’s stature in the hip-hop community but also sparked off a string of successful global tour dates. Fans were also enthusiastic to show their love for the Soul’s legacy, as a ‘93 Til Infinity‘ inspired tee shirt made in conjunction with streetwear staple Adapt sold out within 24 hours of its release. Eager to build upon its hip-hop hot streak, Hiero is now gearing up for an equally successful 2010 with an extensive slate of offerings from its famed roster.
The new year kicks off with music from trio Chosen Few, who will dropping the Opio laced single “Elevation” on February 9th, followed by the release of their debut album New World Symphony on April 6th. Fans will be excited to learn that the Opio extravaganza continues with the summer release of his highly anticipated album, Vulture’s Wisdom Volume 2, sure to extend the emcee’s linguistic legacy. Label-mate Pep Love plans on keeping busy in 2010 with a one-two sonic combo in form of pre-album project, The Rigamarole, and full-length album, Reconstruction, while Phesto Dee readies the release of his long-awaited Background Check for the masses.
Also on deck for Hiero is a new Casual project and a release from Tajai, who plans on dropping Rap Noir by years end. Not content to rest on their lyrical laurels, the label is also looking to unite its hip-hop superpowers and put out a Heiro-crew album, and, to top it all off, Tajai promises that more surprises are soon-to-come courtesy of the mighty Souls of Mischief. “2009 was a fantastic year, and we’re thankful for that,” explains Tajai. “There’s plenty more goodness to come in 2010 from the legendary Hiero Imperium Records.”
Souls Of Mischief – “Proper Aim”: http://media.audibletreats.com/Souls_Of_Mischief-Proper_Aim.mp3
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W064ZFxJtR4
Please contact Michelle or Dan if interested in talking with any Hiero Imperium artists.
About Hiero Imperium Records:
Founded in 1997 in Oakland, CA, Hiero Imperium Records is Del The Funky Homosapien, Casual, Pep Love, Domino, and the Souls of Mischief, made up of A-Plus, Opio, Phesto and Tajai. Coming off waves of success from earlier releases like Souls’ ’93 Til Infinity, the Hiero crew had already established themselves as a name in mainstream and underground hip-hop, and soon released their first collective project Third Eye Vision. Since then the Hiero team has been thriving in the hip-hop world, releasing a number of projects within the label as well as branching out for collaborations with the likes of Jurassic 5, George Clinton, Dilated Peoples, Q-Tip, Xzibi,t and Gorrillaz.
Hiero in the studio
Streams:
“Proper Aim”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W064ZFxJtR4
http://media.audibletreats.com/Souls_Of_Mischief-Proper_Aim.mp3
http://media.audibletreats.com/Souls_Of_Mischief-Proper_Aim-clean.mp3
http://media.audibletreats.com/Souls_Of_Mischief-Proper_Aim_Instrumental.mp3
Hieroglyphics – “Battle Drum” Video from the Marvel Vs Capcom 2 Mixtape
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0kjYVBxuQI
The Making of “Battle Drum” Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pz2Jw9QLx3g
“LaLaLa”
http://media.audibletreats.com/Souls_Of_Mischief-LaLaLa.mp3
“Tour Stories”
http://media.audibletreats.com/Souls_Of_Mischief-Tour_Stories.mp3
Kanye, John Mayer & Just Blaze gives props to Souls of Mischief
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyW37_-WAug
Bio, pictures, and streams available here:
http://www.audibletreats.com/download/souls_of_mischief/
http://www.audibletreats.com/download/Hiero
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1596721781
Twitter:
Tajai: http://twitter.com/clearlabel
A Plus: http://twitter.com/aplus_hiero
Opio: http://twitter.com/OpioHieroSOM
MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/soulsofmischief
http://www.myspace.com/hieroglyphics
http://www.myspace.com/handsandfeet (Tajai)
http://www.myspace.com/opio
http://www.myspace.com/a_p_l_u_s
http://www.myspace.com/phestodee
Last.FM:
http://www.last.fm/music/Souls+of+Mischief
Label site:
http://www.hieroglyphics.com
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