MUSIC REVIEWS (10TH JANUARY 2012)
Check out our mixtape of the month and singles you should be keeping an eye out for these upcoming weeks...
MIXTAPE OF THE MONTH
The Weeknd – Echoes of Silence (Mixtape)
What? One of the most anticipated artists of 2012 drops his 3rd mixtape of 2011. Again, it’s a freebie from the Canadian with 8 new tunes.
When? Out NOW
Where? Download FREE - http://tinyurl.com/c4tpkrj
Fact file: The Weeknd featured on Drake’s recent album Take Care. His previous releases this year include House of Balloons and Thursday.
DOWNLOAD: Mohombi - In Your Head Remix Feat. Ice Prince & Sway (single)
What? This Afrobeats remix is a club smash with Ice Prince & Sway featuring. Mohmbi is the 1st act signed to Red One’s label.
When? March 5th
Where? LISTEN HERE - http://bit.ly/uCgFhK
Fact file: Mohombi has worked wit the likes of Akon, Nicole Scherzinger and Nelly.
If you like this check out… D'banj — Oliver Twist http://bit.ly/oxiWtK
DOWNLOAD: Sean Paul – She Doesn’t Mind (single)
What? This is the 2nd single taken from Sean Paul’s forthcoming album, Tomahawk Technique.
When? TBC
Where? LISTEN HERE – http://bit.ly/roIyvX
Fact file: Sean Paul’s previous single to this was his collaboration with Alex Jordan on the hit, ‘Got 2 Luv U’.
If you like this check out… Rihanna — You Da One http://bit.ly/tX7qko
DOWNLOAD: Bashy - Backhand P.R.I.C.K.S Feat. Giggs (single)
What? Bashy links up with Giggs for a free download taken from his forthcoming EP The Great Escape.
When? Out Now – Free Download - http://bit.ly/sa7rQ6
Where? LISTEN HERE - http://bit.ly/t9Zcss
Fact file: West London rapper, Bashy is also known as an actor. Featuring in films such as Shank and 4,3,2,1, his second album is set for release in 2012 at some point.
If you like this check out… Sincere – Ain’t Nobody Like You http://bit.ly/nPmSCy
DOWNLOAD: Donaeo - Move To Da Gal Dem (Mensah Mix) (single)
What? Donaeo gave away his most recent album, Indigo Child with which Move To Da Gal Dem features. There’s now a host of specialist remixes hot in the bag.
When? TBC
Where? LISTEN HERE - http://bit.ly/v4u4ZQ
Fact file: Donaeo has enlisted the help of Mensah, Eddie K, David Heartbreak and Sarkodie to whip up a host of remixes catering for different genres. Indigo Child can be downloaded free from Donaeo’s website.
If you like this check out… Donaeo - Move To Da Gal Dem (Eddie K Remix) http://bit.ly/rHzyD4
DOWNLOAD: Ice Kid - Live Once
What: Ice Kid returns with his brand new single 'Live Once'. Ice Kid shows his sentimental side as he raps (and sings) about a female he's been in love with since school.
When: 'Live Once' is now available on iTunes.
Where: Check out the 'Live Once' video here.
Fact File: Grime MC Ice Kid is well known for his feature on Stylo G's track 'My Yout'. Being Wiley's protègè (at the time), Ice Kid signed to Eskibeat Recordings at the age of 14 alongside Chipmunk, Little D and Maveric. He is now signed to Amplify Dot's label AmpedUP. Ice Kid's forthcoming EP is due to drop later on this year.
For more information on Ice Kid, visit www.ice-kid.com
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