Archive for March, 2010

On May 18^th the bluesy dark grooves of The Black Keys will surface once more with the release of their sixth full length album entitled “Brothers”.  The album will be written and produced entirely by The Black Keys with the exception of their lead single “Tighten Up”, produced by Danger Mouse. The majority of the album was recorded at the famous Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Alabama, home to the legendary recordings of the Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin and Wilson Pickett.  The Akron, Ohio duo of vocalist/guitarist Dan Auerbach and drummer/producer Patrick Carney are sure to offer another project pleasing to both indie rock heads and edgy music lovers alike. If you digging this single you should peep their last album as well, “Attack & Release” produced entirely by Danger Mouse.

The Black Keys – Tighten Up

The world’s #1 pound for pound fighter Manny Pacquiao was recently honored by Nike with his own signature shoe. The Nike Trainer Manny Pacquiao SC 2010, with colorways inspired by the Philippine flag, features great detail and comfort that’s a must have for you PACMAN fans.  Nike even went all out with the packaging offering a special edition box with eagle print, Manny’s logo, and his famous words, “Ang Mamatay Nang Dahil Sa ‘Yo” (To Die Because of You).  Come visit the Ceria storefront for a chance to catch a look at this fresh limited edition sneaker inspired by one of boxing’s great champions.

Stones Throw Records is now accepting pre-orders for the official J Dilla Serato release “Donut Shop”, available May 10. This unique packaging will consist of 2 records with three Dilla joints on one side and the other 2 sides will serve as Serato control records. Also included are 2 donut imaged slip mats. The tracks include 3 previously unreleased Dilla beats along with 3 instrumentals of songs produced for Mos Def, Q-Tip, and Busta Rhymes.  Also, despite Ma’ Dukes’ previous legal battles over her son’s estate, the J Dilla Foundation is up and running once again. Peep the site (www.jdillafoundation.org) for all Dilla related news, projects, and events.

Mark your calendars because April 20th will be the final release for the ill duo from North Carolina.  Although we will most likely hear more from the likes of Phonte and Big Pooh as they continue to focus on their solo efforts, will a final album minus the great 9th Wonder measure up to the chemistry of past projects?  In 2003, LB set the bar high with their debut “The Listening” and followed in stride with “The Minstrel Show” in 2005.  They emerged as relief in an era where most southern hip hop was characterized by crunk TR-808′s and shiny grills, showing that mic skills over ill beats are what spark the soul.  “Leftback” will be another great contribution by the Durham duo with Khrysis handling most of the production duties.  Peep the album sampler…LB rock on!!

Left Back Album Sampler