The Sam Roberts Band is back with a new album called Love At The End Of The World and the first single is called “Them Kids”. Its true, the kids these days don’t know how to dance to rock and roll… what a shame. Get a free lesson from Dr. Sam in this great video:
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Electrifying Hip-Hop lyricist Pryslezz emerges from the Midwest with the release of Death of a Man, Rebirth of a King, a ground-breaking new album giving listeners a glimpse into the raw talent of the young MC, complete with endless metaphors and heavy bass laden beats featuring notable guest appearances from chart topping R&B vocalist Raheem Devaughn and Neo-Soul front man Dwele heard on the current hit single “More Than A Love Song” already charting in Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip Hop Singles category while the music video has been officially added to VH-1 Soul as the rapper’s loyal fans are calling the album one of the best projects to emerge from Ohio in years.
Rarely has an emcee name been so appropriate as the one adopted by Alexander Pryslezz Pain. Given his iconic moniker by a friend for his break dancing skills, the young MC of Ohio origin is one of the most engaging personalities to grace the mic in recent years.
The grit and grime of the Youngstown city streets, that are so prevalent with violence, has left its mark on the multi-faceted artist, which is evident in his music. Full of clever wordplay, Pryslezz is known for his ability to dispense an endless chain of syllables so relentlessly you can almost hear drum machines gasping for air as they struggle to keep the pace. A seasoned vet, Pryslezz has opened for numerous artists that include Lil Jon, as well as performed alongside Wu Tang Clan, Common, Slum Village, Mos Def, Talib Kweli and Nas on the Rock the Bells Tour. He showcased his talent recently on the promotional HBCU College Tour and opened at the House Of Blues in Cleveland, Ohio with Dwele, Jason Derulo and others.
His debut album, A Search 4 Peace- A Testimony (2003) created a tremendous underground buzz and garnered him a throng of loyal followers, while the disc was voted one of the best albums to come out of Cincinnati that same year. Now, older and more seasoned, Pryslezz is set to release the ground breaking Death of a Man, Rebirth of a King, which is representative of his growth and maturity. Not your run of the mill rap artist, the first single, “More Than A Love Song” features R&B crooner Dwele on a smooth-flowing cut with radiant harmonies and vocal inflections that suggest a gorgeous picture of a true love story through new eyes and frames of thought. On the standout track, “Way Back” featuring velvety-voiced Raheem Devaughn, the MC flawlessly marries Hip-Hop and R&B in a way that is both entertaining and refreshing.
“Pryslezz is such a unique artist, full of different styles and such a pleasure to work with.” Dwele
“Pryslezz is new world order hip hop…it’s a Poetic picture painting flow.” Raheem Devaughn
The debut single “More Than A Love Song” charted on the Billboard Hip Hop/ R&B Single Sales Charts for 12 consecutive weeks peaking at #2 while additionally impacting Urban Mainstream Radio with 20 added stations, and finished in the top 5 most added in it’s first week, holding its own alongside Lil’ Wayne, Sean Kingston, Ludacris and Estelle. Markets that continue to champion the record include WZAK, WNHT, KPHW, KOKY, WBLX, KKUU, WRVZ, KPRR, KUUU, KBOL, WEAS, WQHH, WPEG, WBLX, KMJJ, WJTT, KBDS, WEUP, WEMX, WJMI, XM Satellite Radio and more. This week the music video for “More Than A Love Song” with Dwele was officially added to VH-1 Soul.
“Youngstown rapper Pryslezz cracked Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles Top 10 to close out 2007. “More Than a Love Song”, featuring Detroit singer Dwele, peaked at No. 2 last month.” Cleveland Scene Newspaper
“More Than A Love Song” is an incredible record. Compared to the current crop of so-called rappers & MCs, Pryslezz’s vocals are unmatched.” Jay Alexander Program Director, WBTF Radio
Additional guest on album include Jason Derulo, N.O,X., URG, Soler Mesh and Purple Popcorn, as well as production from Blackout Movement (Mims, Ja Rule, Jim Jones, UGK), amongst others. Citing an array of lyrical gurus such as his brother URG, Common, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, OutKast, Eminem, Nas, Jay-Z and Busta Rhymes, Pryslezz respects individuality and inspiring messages behind the music.
Inspired by an amalgam of sources such as religion, family, life-altering events, everyday living, successes, struggles and nature, Pryslezz knows that it is the recognition of emotions and their release that make his music edgy, unique and staying consistently outside the box. “I call the concept of putting yourself in a variety of different boxes the captives freedom. I like to attempt to give something to everyone without stepping outside of my own personal virtues and values. The music isn’t as strong if you can’t stand behind it.”
At 24 years old, Pryslezz with his vast experiences and spiritual view of life, create the persona of a soul wise beyond its years. One can book a studio session with a Grammy Winning producer, hire a top stylist or pay a ghostwriter to write hit-making lyrics, but possessing raw, un-cut talent, that’s Pryslezz.
Releasings “singles” collections seems like the thing to do for Classic Rock bands… Actually, this looks like a pretty cool boxset, nice job Beach Boys. This should tide fans over until the new Brian Wilson album drops.
U.S. Singles Collection – The Capitol Years listening party streams:
On June 10, Capitol/EMI will release the first complete collection of The Beach Boys’ early Capitol Records singles, spanning the years 1962 to 1965. The Beach Boys: U.S. Singles Collection – The Capitol Years (1962-1965) will be released in a highly-collectible, limited edition boxed set of 16 CDs and as a digital collection. Each of the deluxe boxed set’s CDs includes an original single’s A and B-sides, plus other versions of most tracks, from additional mono and stereo mixes to live recordings. Eight previously unreleased mixes are among the new collection’s 66 tracks.
The CD boxed set’s lavish packaging includes 16 individual CDs in digipaks with faithfully reproduced original single artwork, plus a 48-page hardbound photo book with faux sand finish, housed in a striking ‘60s hotrod and surfboard-inspired red and yellow box with wood inlay.
The hit-packed set begins with 1962’s “Surfin’ Safari” and its B-side, “409,” in their original mono mixes, paired with a 1965 concert recording of “409.” Also included are The Beach Boys’ timeless #1 smash Pop hits “I Get Around” and “Help Me Rhonda,” and Top 10 Pop hits “Surfin’ USA,” “Surfer Girl,” “Be True To Your School,” “Little Saint Nick,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” “When I Grow Up To Be A Man,” “Dance, Dance, Dance,“ “The Man With All The Toys,” and “California Girls.” The new collection’s other hit sides include “Ten Little Indians,” “Shut Down,” “Little Deuce Coupe,” “In My Room,” “Why Do Fools Fall In Love?,” “Don’t Worry Baby,” “Wendy,” “Little Honda,” “Do You Wanna Dance?” and “Please Let Me Wonder.”
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Here’s another track from the new Coldplay album, Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends, its an acoustic version of the song “Lovers in Japan”. The album is out June 17th:
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