Following the release of track Where Are We, MANZE RAIDER has dropped a striking music video this week. The single is from his upcoming debut EP of the same name.
Expecting to drop 6th November, the E.P features two tracks (Where Are We and Delilah)where the Sheffield-born producer/artist creates a vibe that has flashbacks to 90’s raves in the warehouses of Sheffield, mixed with futuristic soul; an eclectic mix that is a cross between old school greats like Shy FX and Goldie and new school kids like Chase n Status, mixed with a sprinkling of electronic synths reminiscent of the Prodigy.
Where Are We takes a soulful stance with a deeper lyrical content from Ruell over a chilled D&B beat. In contrast to the energetic Delilah, Where Are We displays Raider’s ability to capture a more haunting ambience through varying uses of syncopated drum beats and acoustic instrumentation.
Where Are We EP is now available to pre-order oniTunes.
STICKY BLOOD returns, presenting newcomer HEKKYon their upcoming AA single, Getaway Car/My Area, set for release on Sticky Blood’s Card Gang imprint on 30th October.
The two have previously joined forces for the acclaimed, spine-chilling production, Professionallast month, coming from STICKY BLOOD‘s debut EP, I.D.
To find out more about STICKY BLOOD, read NEW LEASE MUSIC interview righthere.
To celebrate black history month, london-based lyricist ICIE dropped his latest effort Whips And Chains – be sure to check out his well-documented video!
Whips and Chains is now available for purchase via iTunes.
It’s not very often you come across hip-hop that displays such raw emotions, but somehow NEGASH ALI managed get the balance just right.
The Eritrean rapper, producer, singer and songwriter (now residing in London) released his second EP of the year Millennial Man. The four-track production features a compelling, downtempo drive, where the upriser lays his cards on the table and declare his mixed emotions of being in a big city…these ain’t no half-baked tracks, check it out NOW.
Must listen: Wandering Soul (watch the video), Please Don’t P*** Me Off
After leaving Arctic Monkey members Andy Nicholson and Jamie Field started up their project, STICKY BLOOD last year and since then, it’s been full steam ahead. The production duo have worked with a list of heavyweights, including Clubs and Spades as well as dropping tracks from their debut EP I.D…and since they’re a massive hit with you guys, I think they deserve the interview seat this month.
NLM: You guys released your debut EP Professional last month Tell us the story behind this project?
SB: We wanted to create a body of work which encompassed the various genres of music we like. Working with Hekky, Snowy & Ajay Carter this was achieved.
NLM: What’s the public’s reception on the EP since its release?
We feel blessed that so many BBC Radio 1 & BBC Radio 1xtra presenters played our debut EP, and then there’s regional radio too. Considering we were unknown artists and all our featured artists were unknown, it’s amazing how well our music was received.
NLM: What’s your favourite track on the EP and why?
Andy – Professional; Jamie – I.D.
NLM: How would you describe your music to potential fans?
SB: Listenable. It’s a difficult one this, how we may describe our music may be very different to how its heard by one of our fans.
NLM: Let’s take a look into your early life…what did you do before getting involved in the music industry/Arctic Monkeys?
We have both always been involved in music. Our lives started here…
NLM: What’s your proudest project outside Arctic Monkeys and Sticky Blood?
We are working on a secret project at the moment with other well-known artists. You will have to wait for the answer on this one. Its staying top-secret for the time being!
NLM: You work with a string of creditable artists, including Terri Walker…but If you were to collaborate with just ONE more chart-topping artist of today, who would it be?
Andy – Kwabs; Jamie – Fetty Wap.
NLM: So What are your plans for 2015 and beyond? Do you have any upcoming gigs?
SB: We have our next EP – Blood is Stickier than Water out on Nov 20th. This EP was recorded down at Red Bull studios in London with Hekky, Terri Walker, a special guest, Coco & Snowy.
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