Video: Roc Marciano “Change”
Roc Marciano is an artist I’ve mentioned at least a couple of times on Thought on Tracks. Marciano is a veteran of New York’s hip hop scene who came up under greats like Busta Rhymes and Pete Rock. Roc’s always been a special MC, but ever since his long awaited, self-produced solo album Marcberg dropped in 2010, he’s emerged as quite possibly the best rapper on the planet. Although his follow-up album Reloaded was delayed and has no current release date, Marciano has stayed busy, working extensively with producer The Alchemist, as well as outshining several of the best MC’s in the business on their own tracks. “Change” is the first track off the Double Feature EP from the UK producer The Purist. While rappers often submit throwaway verses for producer compilations, Marciano seems intent on proving he’s the best with every single verse, spitting intricate gangster-isms like- “I jump out of the Porsche and spray, till your complexion pale four shades”. His laid back, detail oriented style shines over The Purist’s minimalist beat, making “Change” an addictive track that can be listened to repeatedly. Check out the video and get a feel for what a rapper in a creative zone sounds like in 2012.
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Written by John Bugbee
Video: Peter Terry & The City Profits “The Lawyer”
Peter Terry & The City Profits are no strangers to Thought on Tracks. We covered their debut LP I AM JACKSON when it dropped last November. The Hoosier natives and Nashville, TN residents are back with a video for their soulful new single entitled “The Lawyer.” Here, we find Terry on keys and vocals, leading a bass-driven foot-stomper fit for Carole King. Watch the video that features Terry and the Profits visually debating the merits of the downtown hustle versus the release found in a great jam with your boys. Grab a free download of “The Lawyer.”
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Written by Rob Peoni
Video: Geographer “Kites”
Today, Geographer released a stripped-down version of their track “Kites” from the band’s latest album Myth. This version trades heavy synth overtones for a more traditional piano line, accompanied effectively by the cello and drums. The video was recorded as part of Dickies Sounds, an ongoing video project by the renowned workwear manufacturer. It’s nice to see a major company supporting independent artists in this fashion. Check out the stunning take on “Kites” below, and grab a copy of Myth on vinyl, .mp3 or CD via Amazon.
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Written by Rob Peoni
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