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Round 50 Spring Solicitation
8 CD Releases featuring some great artists and bands spanning Hip Hop, R&B Rock, Metal, Punk, Folk, Country, World Music and even some great Bluegrass and Americana.
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Independent Distribution Collective presents our 50th Solicitation just in time for second quarter placement (our second 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 8 new titles:
Nell Robinson and Jim Nunally - House & Garden
Nell Robinson and Jim Nunally’s first duet CD combines the charming, effervescent wit of June Carter Cash, gracefully colliding with the shimmering vocals of Emmylou Harris - that’s only how one begins to describe Nell Robinson. The Alabama-born, Bay Area artist released her debut album after having first established herself as a successful fundraiser for many years with organizations including Mother Jones Foundation. Jim Nunally, who also performs with David Grisman and John Reischman and the Jaybirds, is a nationally acclaimed flatpicker and has been on the Bluegrass/Americana scene for decades. The CD will include a ‘plant-able’ gift card made of wildflower seeds, with a special message from Nell and Jim and a link to a free bonus track.
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Badi Assad - Between Love and Luck
Badi Assad is one of the most innovative, passionate and talented Artists of her generation. She transcends traditional styles of her native Brazilian music with a mixture of pop, jazz and ethnic sounds from around the world. As a result, the singer, guitarist and songwriter is successfully forging an exhilarating genre of music that quite literally defies categorization. Between Love and Luck is her first CD of all original material and sung in both English and Porteguese. It also debuts QuatroVentos her new independent label. Badi sings, plays guitar on all tracks. Percussionist Guilherme Kastrup and multi-instrumentalist Marcio Arantes produced the album.
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Biv and the Mnemonics - The Pace
After four years of playing shows and gaining fans in the Bay Area and beyond, San Francisco band Biv and the Mnemonics is proud to release their 2nd full-length album, 'The Pace,' on April 16th, 2013. The album is an upbeat and melodic combination of '60s rock, homegrown folk, a little country twang and funky, punk-ish rhythms that all manages to sound both warmly familiar and refreshingly new. Their laid-back alt folk sound celebrates the simple pleasures of life, and has been compared to artists ranging from The Kinks to Pavement and Dr. Dog. TheBayBridged.com calls them “a folk rock band that owns a refreshingly uncalculated, cool style,” while SFAppeal.com calls ‘The Pace’ “a happy-go-lucky jaunt of indie folk goodness.”
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Spends Quality - Flight Music
New solo album from long time rapper and producer of Northern California Hip Hop group Sonicbloom and the CEO of CFO Recordings! Flight Music is meant to take you higher, and represents Spends Quality's first solo flight, spreading his wings as the sole producer and main writer of this 12 song joint. Featuring authentic wordplay from Miss Marianna, Adam Fission, Blaz and Hunter Blackwell, plus sharp hooks from J.Kendall and Are Too.
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Spends Quality - Time Peace
Time Peace is a perfect one-two punch from Northern Cali production savant Mr. Tay and West Coast wordsmith Spends Quality. The name reflects the optimism of a clock ticking towards a time of peace, both personally and globally, heralded by soulful beats and wise words. Sophisticated musicality and head nodding drum sounds frame artistic lyrical styles that are philosophical but never get too cerebral to funk up the party. Guest spots from advanced spitters Adam Fission, Miss Marianna and Brycon help Time Peace get the hands up like it's high noon.
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J. Kendall - Moving Forward
J. Kendall's newest release, "Moving Forward", is a perfectly balanced collaboration of his classically smooth singing with the inventive beat making prowess of respected Sacramento veteran N8 the Gr8. From nostalgic, smooth R&B and sexy club hits to eccentric, futuristic compositions spiced with the proper effects, this album stays diverse and exciting throughout all 12 tracks. Guest spots from seasoned spitters Spends Quality and Equipto and angelic vocals from up and coming siren Maryann complete the recipe. Drops April 2nd, 2013 on CFO Recordings.
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The New Black Seven - Hangovers & Heartbreak
The eight song Vanity Music Group debut affair, Hangovers & Heartbreak was recorded at Chandler Limited Studios in Shell Rock, IA, produced by singer/guitarist Tory Stoffregen and Wade Goeke and mixed by Cedrick Courtois (Destiny's Child, Beyonce, Earshot). The band had the privilege of having percussion legend Jackie Bertone (Tower of Power, The Beach Boys, Justin Timberlake) lay down percussion on all tracks. "I became acquainted with Jackie in 2001," Arcement says. "He was doing Tower Of Power dates as well as the Henry Kapono gig. He came down to a club I was playing and we just really hit it off. He's an amazing person as well as musician. I just wish we could have worked together sooner, but this will be one of many!"
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Mongrel - Reclamation
Mongrel who’s been called “the hardest working band in Boston” (Metal Edge Magazine), had the RockMyMonkey album of the year in 2010, was named “punk band of the year” by Pulse Magazine in 2011, and was number 6 on the CMJ ‘Most Added” and hit 43 on the CMJ charts in 2012. Rock n’ Roll these days is becoming an increasingly predictable affair, so, whenever a band comes along refusing to fit the mold, it usually doesn’t go unnoticed. Case in point, Boston’s Mongrel. Formed with the belief that "punk" was more than a fashion statement, Mongrel balances old school punk intensity, metal aggression, and hard rock hooks, Mongrel is a hungry, young female fronted rock band ready to take on the world. The recordings are only part of the equation though, as Mongrel live is an equally unforgettable experience. It's high energy, intense, and fun.
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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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