 |
| Remarkable Current in the studio with Tunisian hip hop artists recording the song "Bouazizi" |
August 31, 2011
Back Stage Pass Diaries:: Kumasi in the Studio
"The "Bouazizi" song is the most honorable song I have ever collaborated on, even over songs with the likes of Kanye West, Mos Def and The GAME. There is a lovely and strong spirit that goes with this song. All Glory be to The MOST KIND." -Kumasi [Tunisian Revolution Tour]
August 29, 2011
Creme De La Ultra: Mark Ultra musings . . .
HOOD-winked & Bam-BOOZE-led?
Dear Reader,
This is NOT a rambling glorification of the "Golden Era" of Hip Hop . . . thousands of those already exist. This is a motion detector and a burglar alarm going off into the night . . . problem is, nobody's home to stop it. Too abstract? Let me explain . . . in the past, what did your favorite rap/alternative albums all have in common? With the exception of LL CooL J and say, Billy Idol, ALL the albums were by GROUPS . . . there weren't many solo artists. And what were the major labels famous for in those days when dealing with "groups?" They were famous for trying to break them up. How? By tempting the lead singer or star player into going solo for more fame & riches.
Now, in today's market, if I ask you to name your favorite rap, rock, or alternative songs (or just the ones you know) you would most likely name SOLO artists . . . so is that natural, or has the progress of our musical craft been altered? Have we been commercially tampered with? YES. So what? That's just the beginning . . .
Read the billboard it says- "We have just purchased real estate IN YOUR MIND!"
August 28, 2011
Back Stage Pass Diaries:: Tunisian Tour Break to Visit Carthage
"On rare occasion, the band gets a small break from sound check, performances, and workshops at schools, orphanages and universities to visit historic sites . . . Anas and the guys kicked it hard in the ruins of Carthage . . . did you know Carthage has existed for almost 3,000 years? Anas and the guys were really into the history, especially during the time of Hannibal and the Second Punic War . . . "
--Behind the Scenes by Tracy Curry,
Tour Manager for Remarkable Current's Hip Hop Ambassadors
--Behind the Scenes by Tracy Curry,
Tour Manager for Remarkable Current's Hip Hop Ambassadors
August 26, 2011
Back Stage Pass Diaries:: Rapping with "Empire"
By Tracy, Remarkable Current Tour Manager |
| Tunisian hip hop group "Empire" opened up for Remarkable Current twice during the Tunisian Revolution Tour |
We call on for democracy, always the same, Tunisia, today, … wakes up!
"We are also happy to hear that the song "Bouazizi" is ready! There was a positive message through the song and that's what motivated us & connected all of us. ''Bouazizi'' a martyr, as a symbol of peace, as a call for justice, gave us the power & feelings that bridged the gap between us and that's what totally impacted our collaboration with Remarkable Current . . . the experience was very rich and an opportunity to acknoledge new things about the culture of hip hop. One another important thing is that we won a true fraternity with Azeem, Kumassi, Anas & Erik - they are really worthy of much respect & we hope this experience will open doors for more collaborations. Much Respect & Peace to the Hip Hop Ambassadors!
Check out Empire on FaceBook: L'Empire: http://www.facebook.com/pages/LEmpire/78268447647
August 25, 2011
Back Stage Pass Diaries:: Tunisian Revolution Tour
By Tracy, Remarkable Current Tour Manager |
| Remarkable Current kicks it with Tunisian artists Empire, Nizar T-Man & Weld-Michel at Brooklyn Cafe in Tunis, as they prep for their upcoming recording session. |
"As tour manager for Remarkable Current's Hip Hop Ambassadors, I am one of the lucky ones who is allowed back stage & behind the scenes when the band is on tour . . . join me as I share some of these moments with you . . . Back Stage Pass Diaries . . . all access, baby!" Stay tuned . . .
August 24, 2011
'In My City' from Secret Sweetness by Congo Square
 |
| http://remarkablecurrent.bandcamp.com/track/in-my-city |
New Release from the Congo Square album Secret Sweetness:
In My City
Featuring Tyson
UK & California connect to paint the perfect portrait of inner city life worldwide. The track produced by DJ Anas Canon sonically encapsulates the struggle, strain, pleasure & pain of the city. Poetic Pilgrimage and Tyson Amir take you on a lyrical guided tour of their respective homes. So much so that you can smell the smog and taste the wet asphalt when you listen close.
In My City
Featuring Tyson
UK & California connect to paint the perfect portrait of inner city life worldwide. The track produced by DJ Anas Canon sonically encapsulates the struggle, strain, pleasure & pain of the city. Poetic Pilgrimage and Tyson Amir take you on a lyrical guided tour of their respective homes. So much so that you can smell the smog and taste the wet asphalt when you listen close.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)