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On Tuesday, October 7th Pravda Records will proudly release the first new album by The New Duncan Imperials in nearly eight years titled "End Of Phase One". Bristling with the kind of straight-ahead-yet-twisted songs that characterize their best work, this album reveals a band that is tough, vital, and still poking rock in the ribs.
Combined the explosive elements of white trash culture, Dada art and Chuck Berry!
After 12 years of consistently producing for a who's who of Bay royalty including the late Tupac Shakur and being the first West coast producer in 1993 to be signed to Def Jam Records, Assassin has not only established himself as a respected music producer, and DJ, he is the DJ for Multi-Platinum Artist Rob Base, but can also rock the microphone with the best of them. Dj King Assassin has released 20 underground albums and staying independent until now he has signed distribution deals with three Major Labels EMI,UNIVERSAL,KOCH Assassin Has new releases that feature J.T. Tha Bigga Figga,Big Snoop Dogg,San Quinn, Turf Talk, Mistah FAB, Cheri Dennis, Digital Underground’s Shock G and AKON just to name a few.The latest Single Feat. Snoop Dogg Watching U is coming in 2008 on the forthcoming Solo album -Dj King Assassin- To Live And Die In The Bay.
FROM MEGAN JONES, MUSIC DIRECTOR, FUSION RADIO:
"I just wanted to take the opportunity to share my thoughts on Toronto’s own Matt Kusiba (& The Heard): It is very refreshing to see a band with so much enthusiasm not only for their own music, but for music and its scene in general. They are a hard-working team who spend a lot of time talking with fans one-on-one, getting feedback and doing anything so they can to improve as a band.
That is an admirable quality. I have taken the opportunity to listen to four of their recorded songs and like them all very much. They have a “Foo Fighters” meets “Oasis” sound which, as a music director I would (and have) put into rotation. Their lyrics are sincere and thought provoking and their sound is appealing. I would highly recommend Mat & The Heard....They are marketable, unique and most importantly passionate people. "
Matt Kusiba is a songwriter from Toronto, Canada, writing catchy pop rock tunes reminiscent of Oasis and Radiohead. Matt has been noticed by a Major Label (in the works) & XM Satellite Radio. EP on itunes this Fall. Hear the single,
By Hal Stewart - Garrison FM.
Song title 'Head in my Hands' by glasswall. "An eclectic mix of funk and rough vocals stylish and sophisticated with a head nodding hook." - Hal Stewart, Broadcaster with the Armys Own Independant Radio Station Garrison 106.9 FM.
'Help for Heroes'
All proceeds from this EP will be donated via www.justgiving.com/glasswallproductions in aid of 'Help for Heroes' in recognition of the courage and selfless commitment of the men and women of our Armed Forces who have been wounded in action whilst serving our country. They all rightly deserve our support and respect!
My musical taste and influences are varied. As a songwriter I write lyrics and compose melodies that are guitar based. The music is upbeat with a punchy baseline, a good drum beat and melodic vocal harmonies.
Lisa Dames - "No One Like Me" - New Video
Summer/Fall 2006--58 station/18 state radio tour to promote Just Another Day to Music Row and R&R/Billboard stations
Fall/Winter 2006--Just Another Day spends 12 weeks on the Music Row Breakout chart, peaks at #56
Dec 2006--Chosen as "One to Watch" for 2007 by CMT radio
Dec 2006--Video for Just Another Day added to CMT.com and Promo Only video reel
Jan 2007--Video debuted on nat'l television on Positively GAC
Jan 2007--Video distributed internationally, including military bases, embassies and consulates through Get Reel
Feb-April 2007--Featured Artist on Clear Channel NEW! Music website
Jan 2007--Establish in-store events and retail relationship with nat'l retailer Borders
Jan 2007--Spokesperson for the Mason Lindley Foundation, Burlington, NC
Feb 2007--Second single, I'd Leave Me, goes to radio
Feb/Mar 2007--Internet promotion with www.goldbucklenetwork.com
Mar 2007--Distribution deal with Select-O-Hits out of Memphis, TN
April 2007--Just Another Day added to Promo Only country music CD for distribution to DJ’s and clubs
April 2007--Sign exclusive management contract with Thompson Entertainment Group.
May 2007--No One Like Me hits Wal*Mart shelves.
June 2007--I'd Leave Me added to Promo Only country music CD for distribution to DJ's and clubs
August 2007--Second single I'd Leave Me reaches #39 on Music Row Breakout Chart.
October 2007--Open shows for Trent Tomlinson and John Michael Montgomery
October 2007--Featured country artist on mycoke.com
October 2007--Video for Just Another Day enters the Top 64 in CMT's Music City Madness competition for the best unsigned artist in America
November 2007--Begin series of in-store performances for Wal*Mart
November 2007—Begin in-store jukebox promotion with Waffle House
"Pure magic, exceptional, brilliant, superb: perfect in EVERY respect."--Coquet-Shack.com
