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Round 54 Late Summer Solicitation
8 CD Releases featuring some great artists and bands spanning Roots and Dancehall Reggae, Singer/Songwriter, Alt Pop, Rock, Americana and a really cool new Hip Hop release!
Independent Distribution Collective presents our 54th Solicitation just in time for late third quarter or ealry fourth quarter placement (our sixth 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. Please note we moved both our physical and warehouse locations in early August. 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 8 new titles:
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Color Me Black - Color Me Black
Debut CD from Oakland Hip Hop Collective featuring members of Rondo Brothers, High Decibels and some production by Mark Foster of Foster The People. The group came together in 2011 when producer team the Rondo Brothers approached successful Oakland MC's the High Decibels (Duke the Bossman and Chief Mainy) about working on some new material. As the project developed and word spread, the group ended up incorporating world famous beatboxer Syzygy, another Oakland MC named Gordon Battles, and former Spearhead back-up singer Nazelah.
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Madame Freak & The Funky Fever - Follow The Crack
Powerhouse vocalist and award winning songwriter Madame Freak (aka Jessi Teich) has been surrounded by music since her very first breath. Raised in rural New Jersey on jazz and the blues, Madame Freak attended Berklee College of Music, where she has since built a strong jazz fan base throughout the East Coast and parts of Europe. She also had the honor of performing for Showtime At the Apollo’s Amateur Night at the age of 20 where she won 2nd place. After moving to Philadelphia, Madame Freak wrote, recorded, performed and toured building her fan base independently.
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Aoede - What Are Dreams Made Of?
Upon the release of her popular, award-winning storytelling CD Is Love A Fairy Tale? in 2012, singer/songwriter Lisa Sniderman promised that the adventures of her musical alter ego, the charming young protagonist Aoede The Muse, in the magical kingdom of Wonderhaven would continue. A brilliantly inventive award-winning work combining narration, story, colorful offbeat characters and music intended for young adult audiences, What Are Dreams Made Of? (Sep 2013) finds Aoede exploring realms of darkness and light in the wake of a bad dream (a “nyxmare”) in which she is continually haunted by a white witch and children go missing.
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Dead, White and Blue - Mary Jane
The basis for Dead, White and Blue's debut, Mary Jane, was laid back at the turn of the century when frontman Russell Workman was then playing in various bands around Phoenix, AZ's lucrative music scene - as well as taking support slots with Iron Maiden, Dio, and Korn amongst others. Building a reputation as a solid songwriter and an over the top live performer, Workman went into Tim Rastas Studio in Tempe and laid down tracks for an album that was all set, primed and ready to be released in 2001.
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Blacklist Union - Til Death Do Us Part
A collection of 11 songs written and performed by a cast of who’s who from the rock n roll world, Blacklist Union's Til Death Do Us Part was recorded with players from the well known rock band SALIVA, as well as Hunt Sales (formerly of David Bowie’s Tin Machine and Iggy & the Stooges). Writing credits on the album include contributions from Anthony “Trouble” Valli formerly of multi-platinum recording artists CRAZYTOWN and Todd Youth, a musical icon who has played with everyone from Glenn Danzig to Glen Campbell. Unfiltered and raw, frontman Tony West (formerly with LA Guns) is as honest as it gets, whether it comes to his dark, drug addled past to his off the rails relationship with the mother of his daughter - and it's all captured on tape.
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MONKEYSHORTS - Day View Owl Bum
The debut album from eclectic folk-punk band MONKEYSHORTS. Recorded in Seattle at the worldfamous birthplace of grunge London Bridge Studio. Co-produced by Justin Davis (Queensrÿche, Candlebox) – Mastered by Geoff Ott (Death Cab for Cutie, Alice in Chains). This however is not a grunge rock record. Day View Owl Bum is more like a roller-coaster ride through musical genres with fun, sometimes raunchy, but always humorous lyrics on such topics as traveling, romance, animals, your usual fare. Similar artists: Beck; Tenacious D; The Presidents of the United States of America; Talking Heads; They Might Be Giants; OK Go; XTC; Harry Nilsson; Frank Zappa
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Andrew St. James - Doldrums
Andrew St James is an 18-year-old singer-songwriter from the fog- enshrouded misty hills of San Francisco’s Twin Peaks. Incorporating a beyond-his-years lyrical vision with a unique gift for melodymaking, St James’s music lands firmly in the alternative folk world, but displays a real knack for timeless songwriting skills.“I am inspired by the odd characters that I call my acquaintances,” St James says of the colorful cast that inhabits his music. Hip street folk, Irish immigrants and Mission hipsters star in songs that exist as soundtracks to hard-lived lives.
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Matthew Greenidge - Jah Rules Over All
For Matthew Greenidge, a rising reggae artist from Trinidad, the music is a mission, not a competition. Invoking the spiritual foundation of reggae, Greenidge's new album Jah Rules Over All (Jah Light Records) delivers contagious, positive messages in the spirit of modern roots. Indeed, an organic mix of contemporary riddims and live arrangements across the album's twelve tracks build a strong and unique narrative of encouragement, resilience and hope as told through Greenidge's singjay sensibility. Fellow Trini reggae vocalists, including international recording star Queen Omega, Gyasi and King Solomon, add depth and breadth to this special project, a milestone in the history of Trinidadian reggae.
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Ray Manzarek & Roy Rogers - Twisted Tales CD CNC0001 IDC#0546
Ray Manzarek and Roy Rogers have received no shortage of kudos since they first recorded together five years ago. Ray Manzarek’s signature keyboard sound was a cornerstone of The Doors - one of the most iconic rock bands of the 60’s. An inductee into the Rock &Roll Hall of Fame—he certainly needs no introduction. In the pantheon of music, The Doors’ music continues to be one of the most revered rock song catalogs of any band. Slide guitarist Roy Rogers has been lauded not only for his own recordings but for his long-time collaboration with harmonica master Norton Buffalo as well as his producing of blues icon John Lee Hooker and folk icon Ramblin’ Jack Elliott. He is well known for his unique style of slide guitar and has received 8 Grammy nominations for his work as artist and producer.
Rocker-T - The Hurban Warrior of Peace: Part Roots CD LPLP0001 IDC#0538
Over nine years in the making, with over a dozen guest artists and several different genres represented, Rocker-T will release his new full-length album “The Hurban Warrior of Peace: Part Roots” in 2013. The first preview of this album, a digital-only 5-song EP entitled “From Brooklyn to Oakland,” was released on December 18th, 2012, with plenty of media hype and an iTunes Front Page feature the week of its release. With the release of “The Hurban Warrior of Peace: Part Roots,” Rocker-T embarks upon the largest musical journey of his 21 years in the music industry. The album, which will be released on June 25th 2013, includes many Roots Reggae tracks that Rocker-T has become known for. “The Hurban Warrior of Peace: Part Roots” is mainly Conscious Roots Reggae with some world and EDM influences, and includes featured special guest artists Joan Baez, Gappy Ranks, Rankin’ Joe, Terry Ganzie, and many more.
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.
First Light - Fallacy Fantasy CD CLFL001 IDC#0537
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.
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
Greg Kihn Band - Best of Beserkley ‘75- ‘84 CD RR 2012-01 IDC# 0487
Legendary 80’s rocker, Greg Kihn, is proud to announce the release of his new album, Greg Kihn Band: Best of Beserkley, 1974-1985, as both hardcopy CD and digital download. Best of Beserkley, 1974-1985’s 21-tracks features 19 Greg Kihn remastered original hits drawn from Greg’s eight-of-nine full-length Beserkley Records studio albums, including The Breakup Song (They Don’t Write ‘em Like That), Jeopardy, Happy Man and Reunited, along with two tribute tracks to Bruce Springsteen (long considered one of Greg’s biggest musical influences), Rendezvous and For You.
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.
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