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Round 51 Summer Solicitation
9 CD Releases featuring some great artists and bands spanning Hip Hop, Roots and Dancehall Reggae, Singer/Songwriter, Rock, World Music and much more!
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Independent Distribution Collective presents our 51th Solicitation just in time for second quarter placement (our third of this year). We are excited about many of these new releases and are very proud to have a handful of great artists joining IDC. Check out the overview of our new titles below, and feel free to visit our website anytime for more information on any of these artists or releases. IDC proudly welcomes these 9 new titles:
First Light - Fallacy Fantasy
Rise and shine for First Light is on the horizon. Opio and Pep Love of the famed Hieroglyphics hip hop collective have joined forces to illuminate the day and expound upon the Hiero theme of random acts of musical collaboration. First Light gets its cue from the braggadocio and conceptual characteristics that were commonly expressed in the early nineties "Golden Era" of hip hop. But, at the same time, their way of displaying an affinity for and a loathing of the apathy and debauchery that permeates today's pop culture is poetically contradictory. Hence, the title of their debut album Fallacy Fantasy, in stores April 9th, 2013.
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Rocker-T - The Hurban Warrior of Peace: Part Roots
“The Hurban Warrior of Peace: Part Roots” is mainly Conscious Roots Reggae with some world and electronic influences, and includes featured special guest artists Joan Baez, Gappy Ranks, Rankin’ Joe, Terry Ganzie, and many more. Nearly a decade in the making, the album is a songwriting and production collaboration that embodies Rocker-T’s diverse musical experiences, knowledge, and tastes.
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Keznamdi - Bridging the Gap EP
Up and Coming Jamaican Reggae Artist Keznamdi releases his debut EP featuring major reggae superstars including Chronixx, Kabaka Pyramid, and Calico. The first single and video from the EP release is “Weekend,” which was recently filmed in Jamaica and premiered online on Friday April 5th 2013. The physical release hits the streets on May 21st, 2013. With a guitar always in hand and golden locks on his head, Keznamdi’s music is just as captivating as his image. Look for Keznamdi to introduce himself to music fans with a tour across the USA and in Jamaica over the next year.
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Jah Sun - Rise As One
Reggae Artist Jah Sun releases his 4th album that features many name brand guests including tracks by Richie Spice, Chronixx, Kabaka Pyramid, Gappy Ranks and Sizzla. Drawing inspiration from an eclectic mix of musical styles, Jah Sun aspires to awaken in his audience the desire to meet the challenges of life and to live to their ultimate potential. He has wowed audiences along the west coast of the US and has played numerous festivals, including Reggae Rising, Earthdance, Monterey Bay, Seattle Hempfest, Reggae on the River, and Northwest World Reggae Festival.
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General Jah Mikey - Original Yard Food
Original Yard Food showcases that authentic conscious roots sound, a powerful intersection between breezy lyrics and edgy riddim selections built by the Zion I Kings production team—Tippy I (I Grade Records), Jah D (Zion High Productions) and Moon (Lustre Kings)—or, on the other hand, hardcore message music matched by signature instrumental riffs played by Jamaica’s living legends like Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith (guitar), Dean Fraser (sax) and Nambo (trombone).
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Dre Z and Roots Gwaan - Sons of the King
Rastafari Link Up! Hawaii meets New Mexico on this amazing set of musical Vibez. All recorded on the Big Island of Hawaii. This CD is REAL ROOTS REGGAE, with all organic instrumentation. Dre Z of Mystic Vision links with Roots Gwaan of Conscious Riddims to bring forth this irie, island roots Reggae Meditation. All tunes are formatted true combo tunes, in a classic singer and chanter style. Dre Z brings a smooth and smoky singer style, think Garnet Silk or Danny I, while Roots Gwaan throughs down the chant in a President Brown/ Everton Blender type delivery. Filled with inspirational messages of truth and rights as well as a few love tunes to lighten the load...a must have for any Reggae listener or music fan in general.
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Roots Gwaan - Exalt H.I.M.
Conscious Riddims brought forward this new release on Feb. 17th, 2013 from underground Rastafari Artist Roots Gwaan and A Tone Meant productions. This album carries a serious message of praise and thanks giving to the King of Kings, as well as the urgency to forward to a higher livity. Roots Gwaan's second solo album reflects his growth as a vocalist and captures some of his best works to date. This album was recorded at Conscious Riddims Recording Studio in South Kona, Big Island Hawaii. We must be the shift of consciousness in the world we all wish to see...It's 2013, the time is now.
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Ray Vaughn - Way Down Low
After traveling between New York City and San Francisco, road testing new material and playing and writing new songs, Vaughn went into the studio with Grammy award winning producer Michael Rosen (Tesla/Rancid/Papa Roach) in December of 2011. The result of their efforts is the new 10-track full-length album Way Down Low, which features longtime friend and guitarist from the HOSTAGES Ed Rawlings, Drummer Michael Urbano (Smash Mouth, Third Eye Blind, John Hiatt, Black Lab, Cracker, Paul Westerberg, Red House Painters, Willy DeVille, and Sheryl Crow), ex-DIE BOSSA NOVA bassist Stephen Winkle, and keyboardist Phil Bennett on Hammond B3.
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Mortar & Pestle - Mortar & Pestle EP
From Oakland, California, Mortar & Pestle is a trio that makes the kind of “this reminds me of the summer when...” songs that stick like smoke. These are tunes which bring up the feelings that make memories, bridging genres and weaving the past and future into a retrospective ride towards tomorrow. Mortar & Pestle’s music resides comfortably in both the synthetic and the organic, and they are continually refining their ever shapeshifting sound as they gear up for thier first full-length album.
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Cutty Ranks - Full Blast CD PMR#0002 IDC#0499
The highly respected veteran artist gives a gritty take on the reality of living in the urban streets of Jamaica on the title song with accompanying video “Full Blast” with Cutty bringing a strong message of non-violence and justice. Featured artists on the album in collaboration with Cutty include top Reggae names in the business including a pair of Grammy-nominated Jamaican superstars: Beres Hammond with their sweet pairing on “Way To Go,” Luciano “Long Life,” and a combination with the late veteran female American R&B vocalist Gwen Guthrie (of “Ain’t Nuttin Going On But The Rent” fame) on an original song called “My Girl”.
Zion I - ShadowBoxing CD LUR#001 IDC#0506
Hip-Hop group Zion I continue to forge new ground musically on their latest LP Shadowboxing, a beat-heavy hiphop album decidedly grittier than past projects. Always pushing the literal—and figurative—needle forward, the duo, consisting of emcee Zumbi and producer Amp Live, have once again created something experimental and heartfelt. Shadowboxing features guests such as Bassnectar, Collie Buddz, Grouch and Eligh, and Goapele.
Jeremy Spencer - Bend in the Road CD PRLZ#101 IDC#0501
Jeremy Spencer, original member of Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac and member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Propelz, released a limited edition, double vinyl album for International Record Store Day. Its package packs a “vintage vibe” by way of Jeremy’s handmade touch fusing his artistry as consummate slide guitarist, songwriter, singer, interpreter, and illustrator. His evocative watercolor graces the timeless, gatefold cover recalling enduring albums when records were the sum of their parts and made with consequence. Within is a correspondingly crafted collection of songs coming from the deepest core of his heart. It’s an intimate journey, but one that will connect profoundly and repeatedly with listeners.
Bill Ortiz - Highest Wish CD LAR#0008 IDC#0500
A longstanding member of the Santana band, Bill Ortiz is proud to present his new full-length release titled Highest Wish. A follow up to his “Winter in America” EP released earlier this year, this new album project features conscious emcees such as Casual, The Grouch, Zumbi (Zion I) and K-Maxx, as well as fellow Santana member (and 11 time Grammy® Award Winner) Tony Lindsey, and iconic poet vocalist Linda Tillery, featured on a spoken word performance of Dr. Martin Luther King's Nobel Peace Prize speech. “Carlos has always used music to inspire and bring people together,” explains Ortiz. “I try to follow in that tradition. I’ve been really inspired by some of the Bay Area hip-hop artists like Casual, Zumbi and the Grouch
Junior Toots - A Little Bit of Love CD COF#005 IDC#0472
Following in the tradition of his father, Jamaican born Junior Toots, son of renowned reggae artist Toots Hibbert of the Toots and the Maytals, is readying his debut nationally distributed album A Little Bit of Love. Incorporating Roots-Reggae, Ska, Dancehall, and up-tempo beats, Junior Toots coined his sound “original roots.” Production on A Little Bit of Love is shared by veteran producers Fabian Cooke, Aston Barrett, and Junior Toot’s brother Hopeton Hibbert.
Mickey Hart Band - Mysterium Tremendum CD TSP#0101 IDC#0478
On Mysterium Tremendum, The Mickey Hart Band consists of Widespread Panic bassist Dave Schools, Grammy winning percussionist and longtime band mate Sikiru Adepoju, Tony Award winning vocalist Crystal Monee Hall, singer Tim Hockenberry, drummer Ian "Inx" Herman, guitarist Gawain Matthews, and keyboardist / producer, Ben Yonas. Mysterium Tremendum will be released by Hart's own 360° Productions. The album, recorded at Hart's Studio X in Sonoma County, CA, was co-produced by Hart and Ben Yonas. Special guests Steve Kimock, Reed Mathis appear on select tracks as well as long time collaborators, Zakir Hussain, and Giovanni Hidalgo.
Black Sheep - From the Black Pool of Genius CD BRR#001 IDC#0390
This highly anticipated album contains the lyrical mastery fans have come to expect aligned with a handpicked sonic attack of soulful rhythms and classic b-boy beats designed to introduce a new generation of fans to the Hip Hop genius internationally known as Black Sheep. The album also boasts of features including Q-Tip, Dave The Trugoy, Mike Gee, Rhyme Fest, Psycho Les, AZ, Jean Grae, and Rosie Perez.
Legends of Reggae (V/A) - Dub Like an Antelope RHR#001 IDC#0336
Red Hillz Music presents the all-new exclusive album release Dub Like An Antelope - Legends of Reggae Celebrate Phish. This 14-track release is available now worldwide on iTunes stores for download and comes from the same phenomenal producer, Henry K, who also brought you the wildly successful Fire On The Mountain – Reggae Celebrates The Grateful Dead. Henry brings that top quality level of production along with true legends of Reggae music including Toots and The Maytals, Steel Pulse, Bob Andy, and other with a few rising international Reggae stars giving ‘phans’ of Phish and Reggae a lot to celebrate.
Bill Ortiz - Winter in America EP LAR#00006 IDC#0471
A longstanding member of the Santana band, Bill Ortiz is proud to present his new solo EP release Winter In America from his forthcoming album, Highest Wish. A follow up to his debut solo album From Where I Stand, the new project features conscious emcees such as The Grouch, Zumbi (of Zion I) and K-Maxx, as well as fellow Santana member (and 11 time Grammy® Award Winner) Tony Lindsey, and iconic poet/vocalist Linda Tillery, featured with a spoken word performance of Dr. Martin Luther King's Nobel Peace Prize speech.
Bill Ortiz - From Where I Stand CD LAR#0003 IDC#0274
Bill’s sweet full tone, and clear, distinctive and assertive style has made this San Francisco native one of the most in-demand trumpet players on the Bay Area Music Scene, as well as the entire west coast, for the past 25-years. From Where I Stand features 13 original compositions that will appeal to all tastes as the disc is, as Bill states, “a diverse musical journey,” that transcends his unique Neo-Soul and Nu-Jazz styles and Funk influences. Bill Ortiz has been a member of Carlos Santana’s touring band since 2000, landing the gig after performing on the Santana's 1999 smash single Smooth from the multi-Grammy-winning, 30-million selling smash CD, Supernatural.
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