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Round 55 Winter Solicitation
14 CD Releases featuring some great artists and bands spanning Roots and Dancehall Reggae, Hip Hop/Rap, Singer/Songwriter, Alt Pop, Rock, Jazz, Americana and a really cool new benefit release!
Independent Distribution Collective presents our 55th Solicitation just in time for fourth quarter placement (our seventh and final 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 14 new titles:
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Devon Holland - Invitation to Dream
Inspiration comes in many ways, and for the Holland sisters, Kylie (14), Devon (13), and Piper (11), it was the devastating impact that the 2010 earthquake had on the children of Haiti that inspired them to help create a safe, sustainable home for orphaned and homeless children and babies. These eco-minded, young entrepreneurs are joining the US Green Building Council’s efforts, and aim to raise a lofty $250,000 for Project Haiti - the building of the first LEED certified orphanage in the world replacing the original building destroyed by the earthquake. Making a difference and their love for music, sparked the girls’ latest ventures: the formation of their own band, the Zusters, and the launch of Painted Wolf Records, a record label designed to help kids like themselves produce cause-benefiting music projects and distribute them globally.
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Angelo Moore & The Brand New Step - Sacrifice
Angelo Moore is a singer and performer who hardly needs an introduction. Through his legendary band Fishbone, Angelo has influenced and defined a musical style and performance ability that has crossed generations and genres. Angelo recently joined forces with Bay Area artist/musician Kris Jensen in his musical collaboration,The Brand New Step. Frontman and Founding Member of Fishbone Releases Solo CD Featuring Productionfrom Platinum Producers Rondo Brothers and Guest Vocalist Casual from Hieroglyphics.
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Luck & Lana - Luck & Lana Kill The Computer
Luck & Lana Kill The Computer is the newest project from world famous underground MC LuckyIam of the Living Legends crew. The veteran MC teamed up with L.A. singer/songwriter/rapper Lana Shea in 2011 to form the group Luck&Lana, which has been described as a “mini-dream team” with “talent that is just exploding out the eyesockets”. By mixing elements of hiphop, dub step, soul, pop and electro, combined with their hard-hitting live show, the duo has “come together like a Hip Hop/Dub Step Bonnie and Clyde” (TheKitchenMix.com) and is turning heads from the LA underground to the blogosphere.
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Stick Figure - Burial Ground
Launched in Duxbury, Massachusets, Stick Figure showcases the talent's of multi-instrumentalist and producer Scott Woodruff. Stick Figure’s music has a unique style that creatively blends upbeat roots reggae with the reverberating echoes of dub. Often referred to as the “one man band,” Scott single-handedly created 4 full length albums from 2006-2012 (a fifth album, “Reprise Sessions,” was recorded with a full band and released in 2010), and has sold over 50,000 albums worldwide. Each of Stick Figure’s songs are created by recording instruments individually, layering tracks on top of one another in unison.
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Endemic - Terminal IIlness Part 2
UK producer Endemic Terminal Illness part 2! A native of the United Kingdom regarded as one of the country's foremost hiphop producers, Endemic recently moved to New York City via a USA O-1 artist visa for “persons of extraordinary ability “Terminal Illness 2”, also features Masta Killa, Roc Marciano, Cappadonna, Planet Asia, Skyzoo, DJ Switch, Bronze Nazareth, Kevlaar 7, Salute Da Kidd, P.R. Terrorist, Killah Priest, Hell Razah, Shabazz The Disciple, Bugsy Da God, Tragedy Khadafi, Ruste Juxx, Afu Ra, Supreme, Darkim be Allah, Prodigal Sunn, William Cooper and M9.
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Alice DiMicele - If l Were An Otter: Songs for Kids of All Ages
Folk Favorite Alice DiMicele is pleased to announce the release of her 12th album, "If I were an Otter: Songs for Kids of All Ages.” For more than 25 years, Northwest based DiMicele, has been playing coast to coast, her unique blend of Americana, groove folk, and acoustic soul. Well known for her unique voice, original songs, and soulful delivery; DiMicele's music cele- brates the natural world and the people in it. The new album is her first childrens album, with a strong emphasis on the subtitle - Songs for Kids of All Ages.
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Quinn Deveaux - Late Night Drive
The modern soul songs of Quinn Deveaux, sung in his sweet tenor over a spare guitar or carried by his band's bright tones, from those gutbucket barrooms where rock-n-roll was born, to the pine-walled shacks, nearby, where its gospel-forebears rent their souls. But this artist’s singular sound, making old tones new, is Quinn’s alone. His acclaimed Blue Beat Review has been thrilling San Francisco’s lovers of rollicking early R&B, and a good time, for years. And now, with two LPs of his own fresh tunes set to drop this fall, the Bay Area’s best-kept secret is stepping out. Get on board: he’ll take you there, wherever you’ve got to go.
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Quinn Deveaux & The Blue Beat Review - Originals
The modern soul songs of Quinn Deveaux, sung in his sweet tenor over a spare guitar or carried by his band's bright tones, from those gutbucket barrooms where rock-n-roll was born, to the pine-walled shacks, nearby, where its gospel-forebears rent their souls. But this artist’s singular sound, making old tones new, is Quinn’s alone. His acclaimed Blue Beat Review has been thrilling San Francisco’s lovers of rollicking early R&B, and a good time, for years. And now, with two LPs of his own fresh tunes set to drop this fall, the Bay Area’s best-kept secret is stepping out. Get on board: he’ll take you there, wherever you’ve got to go.
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The Highlife Band - What's To Come
What's To Come is the band's sophmore effort, and takes a much more roots reggae approach than the Seattle 9 piece band’s self-titled debut album. The tunes are all original. Absent are imitation patois accents, recycled standard rid- dims, or sampling from previous recordings. The new compositions feature rockers, bif-baf, dancehall, cumbia, one-drop, and steppers beats, which push the envelope on the reggae genre.
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Che Prasad - Shiva Me Timbers
"Shiva Me Timbers", Che Prasad's first full-length studio recording, is a musical journey and awakening, showcasing his unique perspective and strength as a multi-instrumentalist through an unexpected and irresistible fusion of rock, flamenco, North Indian classical music and sea shanties. Che Prasad wears many hats. He is a multi-instrumentalist, singer and song- writer--adept at guitar, banjo, ukulele and sitar--having studied with several masters, including songwriting with Ray Davies, guitar with Richard Thompson, sitar with Ali Akbar Khan and flamenco guitar with René Heredia.
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Joy Mover - Joy Mover
After many years of writing, producing and recording that is so very much apart of her DNA, singer/songwriter Joy Mover is taking her first giant step toward actualizing her lifelong vision with the release of her self-titled debut, Joy Mover. To say that Joy’s roots are steeped in music is an understatement. Beginning with her great- grandfather, through her maternal and paternal grandparents and uncles, followed by her parents, brother and cousin, Joy’s family has long been populated with professional musicians and singers.
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Khari Kill - Born To Rule
Born in the ghetto of La Horquetta in Trinidad, Khari Kill discovered at a young age his gift for songwriting and love of reggae music. Khari Kill bases his name and lyrics on his determination to help end oppression, injustice, racism, poverty and evil in both high and low places. Khari performs with high energy and spirit and has delivered his dynamic performances to concert halls throughout Europe, the Caribbean Islands and in the USA since his hit debut single "Picture of Selassie"on the Massive B label, which went straight to #1 on reggae charts worldwide.
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Warriors - The Warriors (Live at The Keystone)
Tarpan Records is proud to announce their 3rd release for 2013, "The Warriors - Live at the Keystone 84". The now legendary San Francisco based band The Warriors, teamed guitarist Joaquin Leivano with Mahavishnu Orchestra drummer and Grammy winning producer Narada Michael Walden, bassist Keith Jones (later replaced by Randy Jackson), and the then unknown keyboardist and now Grammy winning producer, Walter Afanasieff. Mahavishnu Orchestra violinists Jerry Goodman and later Steve Kindler were also part-time members. Stellar performances built a West Coast cult following that filled concert halls. From 1981 to 1984 this band was the hottest Band in the West.
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The Infinite Staircase - No Amends
After succumbing to the trials and tribulations that is the music industry back in 2009 and going on what was almost a permanent hiatus, brothers Lenny & Jeff Cerzosie reemerge from purgatory with a little help from some friends.In June 2012, what was supposed to be a one day jam session with an old friend for Lenny's birthday turned into the resurrection of the band. That "old friend" was former touring mate Morgan Rose of Sevendust.
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Best Sellers
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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