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1/12/2006
Politics Collide With The Streets A-Alikes New Single Poses Question; What Side Are You On?
Avid proponents of the RBG (Red Black & Green/Revolutionary But Gangsta) Movement, made popular by comrades dead prez, the A-Alikes represent the everyday struggle of Black and Brown youth in Amerikkkas ghettos. The Nervous Records artists are ushering in a new epic of expression and asking some real questions with the release of their new single, "What's Your Politic?"
New York (PRWEB) January 12, 2006 -- Having garnered critical acclamation domestically and overseas, Source magazine "Tale of The Tape" and "Unsigned Hype" alumni A-Alikes, are gearing up to drop their anticipated LP I Eat You Eat (Guerilla Nation/Nervous) in April, 2006. Gaining momentum on urban airwaves across the globe, their first single "What's Your Politic?" goes beyond entertainment by asking listeners how they view the world.
"What's Your Politic? Allows the A-Alikes to come to the people as the people. This ain't your everyday rap sh#@t, our music is more than that! We recognize that Hip- Hop is a weapon, and we acknowledge that our words are powerful. This song simply asks, what side are you on?" explains A-Alikes members K and Ness in regards to their hope that the single will provoke critical thought among listeners.
The Brooklyn-based duo, met in Tallahassee in 1996 and connected with M1 and Sticman (dead prez)and Hedrush's Tahir and Abu among other young freedom-minded soliders desiring to find their way and use music as an outlet for messages of empowerment. Dead prez led the pack with their move to NY where they were signed to Loud Records. Ness, known also as P. Red and K a.k.a A. Black describe their music as "the soundtrack to the grind," honed their sound and headed north one year later to take their own bite out of the apple, where they've since continued to build and organize.
Notorious for rambunctious live stage shows and philosophy-centered messages, the A-Alikes explain, "We strive to make statements without being overly complex." The name A-Alikes, means people of like minds, according to the charismatic duo who explain, "I Eat, You Eat is not just a title, it's a goal. We use Hip Hop as a tool to go at our oppressors."
While the upcoming project promises to give listeners something to think about, it also boasts strong production, punchy lines and lacks nothing in the way of entertainment. "What's You Politic?" is produced by D/R. Period (M.O.P., Jay-Z, Nas), I Eat You Eat features tracks by Black Jeruz (G Unit), Canadian producer Saukretes (Nas, Redman), 4th Disciple (Wu Tang), appearances from dead prez and production from Stic.man.
Avid supporters of the RBG (Red Black & Green/Revolutionary But Gangsta) Movement, made popular by their comrades dead prez, the A-Alikes represent the everyday struggle of Black and Brown youth in Amerikkka's ghettos. Joining forces with independent New York label Nervous Records in 2005, the A-Alikes are ushering in a new epic of expression. Their uniquely pioneered music perfectly meshes with the raw sound of former Nervous acts Funkmaster Flex, Black Moon and Smif-n-Wessun.
Nervous Records is committed to putting out music that is not watered down by commercialization or internal corporate politics. "We will continue to allow people to hear music as the artist wants it to be heard, the A-Alikes and their strong messages deserve that voice," proclaims label President Michael Weiss. "The first single "What's Your Politic?", poses a real question to the Hip Hop community and beyond with respect to where they are with the major movements that are going on in the world right now."
"Allowing artists an outlet for their vision contributed to Nervous' success with Black Moon that lead to Smif-n-Wessun, Heltah Skeltah and the Boot Camp Clique. I would like to see this happen for Guerilla Nation and the RBG Movement," Weiss added.
To learn more about the A-Alikes, Guerilla Nation or Nervous Records,check out the Official A-Alikes E-Card by clicking on this link: http://www.suprememanagement.net/Artist/aalikes/ecard/ or visit www.aalikes.net and www.nervousnyc.com.
Direct all Media/Music Requests to Trea Day Management & Publicity at 404 460-5557 or visit www.treaday.com.
Please Give Proper Credit: All materials and content is provided courtesy of TreaDay.com
New York (PRWEB) January 12, 2006 -- Having garnered critical acclamation domestically and overseas, Source magazine "Tale of The Tape" and "Unsigned Hype" alumni A-Alikes, are gearing up to drop their anticipated LP I Eat You Eat (Guerilla Nation/Nervous) in April, 2006. Gaining momentum on urban airwaves across the globe, their first single "What's Your Politic?" goes beyond entertainment by asking listeners how they view the world.
"What's Your Politic? Allows the A-Alikes to come to the people as the people. This ain't your everyday rap sh#@t, our music is more than that! We recognize that Hip- Hop is a weapon, and we acknowledge that our words are powerful. This song simply asks, what side are you on?" explains A-Alikes members K and Ness in regards to their hope that the single will provoke critical thought among listeners.
The Brooklyn-based duo, met in Tallahassee in 1996 and connected with M1 and Sticman (dead prez)and Hedrush's Tahir and Abu among other young freedom-minded soliders desiring to find their way and use music as an outlet for messages of empowerment. Dead prez led the pack with their move to NY where they were signed to Loud Records. Ness, known also as P. Red and K a.k.a A. Black describe their music as "the soundtrack to the grind," honed their sound and headed north one year later to take their own bite out of the apple, where they've since continued to build and organize.
Notorious for rambunctious live stage shows and philosophy-centered messages, the A-Alikes explain, "We strive to make statements without being overly complex." The name A-Alikes, means people of like minds, according to the charismatic duo who explain, "I Eat, You Eat is not just a title, it's a goal. We use Hip Hop as a tool to go at our oppressors."
While the upcoming project promises to give listeners something to think about, it also boasts strong production, punchy lines and lacks nothing in the way of entertainment. "What's You Politic?" is produced by D/R. Period (M.O.P., Jay-Z, Nas), I Eat You Eat features tracks by Black Jeruz (G Unit), Canadian producer Saukretes (Nas, Redman), 4th Disciple (Wu Tang), appearances from dead prez and production from Stic.man.
Avid supporters of the RBG (Red Black & Green/Revolutionary But Gangsta) Movement, made popular by their comrades dead prez, the A-Alikes represent the everyday struggle of Black and Brown youth in Amerikkka's ghettos. Joining forces with independent New York label Nervous Records in 2005, the A-Alikes are ushering in a new epic of expression. Their uniquely pioneered music perfectly meshes with the raw sound of former Nervous acts Funkmaster Flex, Black Moon and Smif-n-Wessun.
Nervous Records is committed to putting out music that is not watered down by commercialization or internal corporate politics. "We will continue to allow people to hear music as the artist wants it to be heard, the A-Alikes and their strong messages deserve that voice," proclaims label President Michael Weiss. "The first single "What's Your Politic?", poses a real question to the Hip Hop community and beyond with respect to where they are with the major movements that are going on in the world right now."
"Allowing artists an outlet for their vision contributed to Nervous' success with Black Moon that lead to Smif-n-Wessun, Heltah Skeltah and the Boot Camp Clique. I would like to see this happen for Guerilla Nation and the RBG Movement," Weiss added.
To learn more about the A-Alikes, Guerilla Nation or Nervous Records,check out the Official A-Alikes E-Card by clicking on this link: http://www.suprememanagement.net/Artist/aalikes/ecard/ or visit www.aalikes.net and www.nervousnyc.com.
Direct all Media/Music Requests to Trea Day Management & Publicity at 404 460-5557 or visit www.treaday.com.
Please Give Proper Credit: All materials and content is provided courtesy of TreaDay.com
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