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MP3: Metermaids – “Yellow Tape”
Jun 15th
Metermaids' Second Single Off HELLO Uses Grizzly Bear's "Two Weeks" For Inspiration
| Releasing the second single off their mixtape, HELLO, Metermaids, brings another indie rock remix that reworks the original with DJ Rob Swift and producer, Matt Stine. Taking Grizzly Bear‘s hit, “Two Weeks“, Swell and Sentence of Metermaids again add their own twist, crafting an original concept, new lyrics, and a new melody utilizing piano and vocal chops from Grizzly Bear’s catchy original into their own “Yellow Tape“.
Expanding creatively, Metermaids have changed the message of the song from the original. Taking the perspective of a police officer at a crime scene, the “Yellow Tape” represents a line of uncertainty. “The song is about not knowing what is going on when everyone else thinks that you do,” says Swell, one half of Metermaids. “None of us know what’s going to happen.” Even though there are apparent differences, the remix still holds the original’s chorus and melody under the layers of beats and turntables, doused with a rougher finish courtesy of the track’s heavy drums and Sentence’s and Swell’s back-and-forth rhyme style. HELLO, mixed by DJ Rob Swift, will be out June 22nd. Metermaids Rooftop Shake, produced entirely by 9th Wonder, will be available this fall. Listen to “Yellow Tape” Here: The Background: Hailing from New York City, Metermaids are Swell and Sentence, two emcees who met through the local underground hip-hop scene in 2006. After releasing their debut EP the same year, the duo toured with the likes of Brand Nubian, Atmosphere, Sage Francis, Fabulous, Lady Bug Mecca (Digable Planets), The Lox, and Camp Lo. After this extensive and impressive tour, the duo released their first full-length effort in 2008 entitled Nightlife, exemplifying their choice to create a new sound in crossover music, blending indie rock with hip-hop. The release was followed up with the EP Nightlife In Illinoise. Never resting, that EP was followed with their “Turn The Lights Out” video which quickly became an internet sensation. The follow-up, the critically acclaimed Smash Smash Bang EP earned the group immense industry support, and the interest of top hip-hop producers including 9th Wonder. The band’s music is available for free at the group’s official website. |
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“Yellow Tape”: “Girls and Music” Non-DJ Version: “Girls and Music” Animal Collective Remix: Bio, pictures, and streams available here: Official Site: MySpace: Facebook: Twitter: YouTube: Label Site: Bandcamp: |
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Rapper Frank Nitt & Delicious Vinyl To Produce Reality Webisode Series, The Go Girl Show
Jun 9th
Frank Nitt Celebrates EP And Single Success, Offers Aspiring Entertainers A Chance To Win Private Party, Video Appearance
| Following the May 25th release of Jewels In My Backpack, Frank Nitt is excited to announce the filming of his upcoming webisode series, The Go Girl Show. The casting call will take place this Friday, June 11th at Freak City in Los Angeles, California. Filming will take place the evenings of Monday, June 14th through Thursday, June 17th. All competitors must be available for duration of the filming to be eligible for selection.
Throughout the course of The Go Girl Show, Frank Nitt will lead aspiring entertainers and female fans through a series of challenges as they compete to become Frank Nitt’s Go Girl. Inspired by “Go Girl,” the lead single from Frank Nitt’s Terrace Martin produced Jewels In My Backpack EP, the webisode series serves to match the song’s positive message of female empowerment and independence, giving aspiring entertainers and Frank’s female fans the chance to take part in a variety of challenges that show off their intelligence, talents, and natural beauty, while offering the winning contestant the chance to gain awareness and to build their portfolio. Says Frank, “Ladies, I’m looking for a strong, beautiful, and intelligent woman – the essence of a ‘Go Girl’ – is that you?” The judging panel, made up of a combination of celebrities and industry veterans, will choose one lucky winner, who will have a dinner party and private party in her honor hosted at Freak City. Frank’s Go Girl will also have the opportunity to make an appearance in an upcoming Frank Nitt or Delicious Vinyl video. Casting Call Details: What: Frank Nitt’s The Go Girl Show Check out the video for “Go Girl” feat. Problem: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHrwGavCUz8 Please post buy links: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/jewels-in-my-backpack/id371809502 |
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| Streams:
“Go Girl” feat. Problem: Frank Nitt & DJ Buddy Podcast & Jewels In My Backpack Commerical #1: Jewels In My Backpack Commercial #2: Jewels In My Backpack Commercial #3: Behind The Scences – “Go Girl” Video Shoot: Bio, pictures, and streams available here: Facebook: Twitter: MySpace: Label Site: |
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Video: Trek Life – “So Supreme” On ESPN
Jun 8th
Worldwide Leader In Sports, ESPN, Picks Up Trek Life's New Single For NBA And NHL Finals Run
| Trek Life drops a dime for ESPN by lending his forthcoming single “So Supreme” to the popular sports network as the background music for the Stanley Cup and NBA Finals. The track embodies the fighting spirit shared between the competing teams; “This song is me re-establishing my ground as an emcee amongst so many other quality rappers in the game right now,” says Trek Life. “I feel great about the quality of the music and rhymes I’m putting out and want to make sure that the listeners understand that there will be no more slow moving or setbacks.” The California rapper teams up with Oddisee for the single, hitting digital retailers on July 13th, and expected to air on ESPN for the rest of the week, and potentially until the end of the NBA and NHL Finals.
Trek Life’s Everything Changed Nothing, produced entirely by Oddisee, drops July 27th via Mello Music group. Check out Trek Life’s “So Supreme” on ESPN’s NBA Finals coverage: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awCETG1mQc8 Check out Trek Life’s “So Supreme” on ESPN’s Stanley Cup Finals coverage: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMu-AtrT8yE For more information on Trek Life please contact Michelle or Dan at Audible Treats. The Background: Trek Life has worked with several known artist from Bishop Lamont to Kev Brown and rocked over production from DJ Khalil, DJ Babu, Evidence, Oddisee and many more. With a growing global fan-base that has resulted from consistently touring the United States, the UK, and Europe, Trek Life is planning on releasing 3 projects in 2010 with J.Bizness (Rhymes Within Reason), Oddisee (Everything Changed Nothing), and Babu (Fire Outside), all through Mello Music Group. Paired with each of these albums, there will be a Digital 12, featuring clean, dirty, and instrumental versions of each album’s lead single for free download. Trek Life is well known for his energetic delivery, straight-forward lyrics, and engaging live shows. |
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“So Supreme” on ESPN’s NBA Finals coverage: “So Supreme” on ESPN’s Stanley Cup Finals coverage: Rhyme Within Reason EP Free Download: Twitter: MySpace: Facebook: Official Site: Label Site: |
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Hip-Hop Heavyweight Frank Nitt (of Frank-n-Dank) Releases Debut Solo EP on Delicious Vinyl
Jun 8th
 Detroit's Gritty Frank Nitt Enlists Shiny Cali Kings Terrace Martin, Kurupt, & DJ Quik for Jewels In My Backpack Underground mastermind MC Frank Nitt of Frank-n-Dank, has teamed up with L.A. rap dons for a six-track EP that transcends styles, proving that Frank Nitt holds the verbal dexterity to rock over any beat. The EP is being released by the legendary label, Delicious Vinyl, known for their classic releases from The Pharcyde, Masta Ace, Tone Loc, and many more. Frank Nitt’s Jewels in my Backpack hits virtual shelves today. The beauty of Jewels is in the organic chemistry of Terrace Martin and Frank Nitt’s fusion of sound and style. A highly accomplished producer, Martin has arranged tracks for such artists as Snoop, Talib Kweli, and Warren G to name a few. His highly developed musical technique provided a bright array of beats on which Nitt unwound his signature gritty prose. The EP is a blend of the artists’ two worlds. “He’s [Martin] much more glossy than where I come from. His production has a shinier sound, which are the jewels. And here I am as this underground artist, a backpack MC who can rock over these jewels” explains Nitt. The end result is a powerful hip-hop hybrid that seamlessly blends regional aesthetics of both their hometowns. Having released four albums as the Detroit-based duo Frank-n-Dank with Dankery Harv, Frank Nitt is no stranger to the rap game. His previous works boast the production mastery of hip-hop legend J. Dilla, and command attention and respect across the globe. Breaching into the realm as a solo-artist, Nitt now has full control of his musical endeavors. “It’s all on me. Being solo raises the stakes but I’m confident in the music I make,” professes Nitt. The EP has guest appearances by Kurupt and DJ Quik, beefing up the credentials to this classic-in-the-making. Frank Nitt’s Jewels In My Backpack EP boasts 6 songs that cover topics from partying n’ bullshit to girls to love to adjusting to the LA party scene and more. “Psychedelic Freaky Girls” is a technicolor steamer trunk of a track, bursting with Terrace Martin’s musicality and the randy croon of J. Black. The single, “Go Girl,” featuring The Problem pays homage to the ladies and delivers a deep riding bass that drives Frank’s true-to-life lyrics through the speakers. Frank Nitt’s contribution to the future of hip-hop is available starting today on iTunes and Amazon while the vinyl version will be availbale soon. Check out the video for “Go Girl” feat. The Problem: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHrwGavCUz8 Please post buy links: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/jewels-in-my-backpack/id371809502 |
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| Streams:
“Go Girl” feat. The Problem: Frank Nitt & DJ Buddy Podcast & Jewels In My Backpack Commerical #1: Jewels In My Backpack Commercial #2: Jewels In My Backpack Commercial #3: Behind The Scences – “Go Girl” Video Shoot: Bio, pictures, and streams available here: Facebook: Twitter: MySpace: Label Site: |
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Little Brother – “So Cold” Feat. Chaundon
Apr 9th
Little Brother Releases Latest Track From Farewell Album, LeftBack
The Song:
In preparation for the release of their forthcoming album, LeftBack, the North Carolina duo Little Brother is proud to release the album’s latest track, “So Cold,” featuring fellow Justus League emcee and long-time collaborator Chaundon. Produced by King Karnov, the song begins with a commanding drumbeat, wobbly bass line, and warped keyboard effects, shortly joined by a soulful intro and hook. Once the distorted sounds and old school vibe are set, Big Pooh, Phonte, and the Bronx’s own Chaundon command the instrumental, each taking turns over the song’s three verses. The smooth feel is complimented by “So Cold’s” underlying theme – Big Pooh and Phonte live the high life from their musical success but haven’t changed from the fame – and a catchy hook, “We love to party/ Love to ball/ Love to floss with no shame/ We act a fool/ We rock with jewels/ Got people calling our names/ So plain to see/ I can’t believe you ever thought that I’d change/ So could about 20 below.” The chemistry between the emcees is apparent throughout the track, continuing a long line of quality collaborations between the three. Chaundon explains, “The definition of soul, lyricism, and timeless music. Little Brother and Chaundon are ‘So Cold’.” Always down to make dope joints as a team, this latest installment is no different.
Look out for the official video for “Curtain Call” and some exclusive behind the scenes footage from the shoot coming soon.
Little Brother’s fourth and final album, LeftBack, will be available April 20, 2010 via Hall Of Justus.
“So Cold” Feat. Chaundon: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aB-nNzE9wbg
Please post pre-order buy links for LeftBack, if you can: http://itunes.apple.com/us/preorder/leftback/id365124657
Little Brother Website: http://iamlittlebrother.ning.com/
For more information on Little Brother please contact Michelle or Dan at Audible Treats.
The Background:
Little Brother, the Durham, North Carolina group formed in part by Phonte and Rapper Big Pooh, released their debut album The Listening on ABB Records in 2003. They are now gearing up for the release of their fourth album, LeftBack, which will be the last of Little Brother’s illustrious career, available April 20th via Hall Of Justus. Continuing the tradition they set with the critically acclaimed third release GetBack, Big Pooh and Phonte have enlisted multiple producers for LeftBack, both from within and outside of the Justus League camp. The album features production from the likes of Khyrsis, Denaun Porter, J.Bizness and guest vocals from Torae, Truck North, Jozeemo, Chaundon, Median, and more.
Streams:
“So Cold” Feat Chaundon:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aB-nNzE9wbg
“Star”:
http://media.audibletreats.com/Little_Brother-Star_Prod_By_9th_Wonder.mp3
“Curtain Call”:
http://media.audibletreats.com/Little_Brother-Curtain_Call.mp3
Bio, pictures, and streams available here:
http://www.audibletreats.com/download/little_brother
Twitter:
http://twitter.com/phontigallo
http://twitter.com/RapperBigPooh
MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/littlebrother
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2204654995
Official Site:
http://iamlittlebrother.ning.com/
http://www.hallofjustus.com/littlebrother.php
Label Site:
http://www.hallofjustus.com/
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