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Interviews | Eight Questions With Clinton Sparks
Posted by BIGLIFE on September 12, 2014
If you ask five people who Clinton Sparks is, it’s likely you’ll get five different answers. Labeled by many in the industry as a jack of all trades, Clinton Sparks has taken the leap from mixtape king and super-producer to leading man with the release of his highly anticipated “ICONoclast” EP earlier this week. Melding the sounds of hip-hop, rock, and EDM into one “ICONoclast” is a collaborative body of work chalked full of features that only Clinton Sparks could make happen. It’s safe to say he’s on the rise. Rather than ask the standard questions asked of every artist when they’re on a press run, we decided to sit down with Clinton in order to find out what makes him really tick. Prepare to Get Familiar.
BL: You’ve just released your “ICONoclast” EP via Photo Finish Records / Republic. Instead of asking standard interview questions. We’re going to mix it up. Are you ready?
CS: Get Familiar.
BL: Alright, let’s get to it.
Hip-Hop | Sean Leon – September 7th
Posted by BIGLIFE on September 9, 2014
Sean Leon, probably the next big thing out of the TO, has done it again with his smooth flow and flawless production. The production uses beautiful piano and is a perfect release until Sean Leon puts out his next project. I hope this holds you over, cause I really hope there are more like this in the future.
FYI | Jake Udell Gave Up A Rap Career To Become Krewella’s Manager
Posted by BIGLIFE on September 9, 2014
Jake Udell. What can you say about him that that hasn’t already been said. He’s a highly respected force in the industry. From being mentioned in Bob Lefsetz’s letter to managing Krewella and ZHU, he’s carved a brand for himself, becoming what many have called a super-manager. That’s why the video above is so fascinating. In an interview with AskMen.com, Udell described his budding rap persona.
JU: Yes. That is the last thing I want to bring up in this interview, but my failed career as a recording artist was so essential into making me the manager I am today. When I was 19 the recession hit and people needed essentials like milk more than framed jerseys for their wall. It was the summer between my freshman and sophomore year of college. I realized my goal was to have a voice. Rapping became the vehicle. The record was so bad, but it actually got radio play here in Chicago and other markets.
I could go on and on about Jake Udell and his interview with AskMen, but you’re going to have to read it yourself. A fascinating article about a fascinating person. Read the interview HERE.
Pop | Clinton Sparks – ICONoclast (EP)
Posted by BIGLIFE on September 9, 2014
Clinton Sparks drops his highly anticipated “ICONoclast” EP featuring names like Macklemore, 2-Chainz, Snoop Dogg, RiFF RAFF, Sage The Gemini, T-Pain and more. This is a great body of work. Shout out out to Photo Finish / Republic Records. Stream and download the project below!
PURCHASE: Clinton Sparks – ICONoclast (EP)
Trap | Clinton Sparks – Geronimo (f. T-Pain, Ty Dolla $ign, & Sage The Gemini)
Posted by BIGLIFE on September 8, 2014
It’s going down, Geronimo! Clinton Sparks is back with “Geronimo” off his highly anticipated “ICONoclast” EP due tomorrow on Photo Finish / Republic Records. Get familiar!
FYI | Is This What A Pre-Recorded Set Looks Like
Posted by BIGLIFE on September 6, 2014
Earlier today, our friends at DancingAstronaut.com uncovered some footage of model / DJ/ Instagram narcissist Natalia Paris “DJ’ing” at a gig in Mexico. Although she claims she’s using Traktor, it’s hard to explain away a video that so clearly shows a lack of mixing aptitude. The model / DJ concept is nothing new. Many in the booking world are smartly cashing in on it. In this case, Natalia Paris picked up a $10,000 check. Where there’s demand, supply will always follow. What do you think of her response? Pre-recorded set, or something else?
Weigh in on the comment section below. Rápidamente!
Progressive House | Hardwell & W&W – The Dance Floor Is Yours
Posted by BIGLIFE on September 5, 2014
A few months ago, during an interview at A State of Trance 650 in Utrecht, Hardwell offered the following response to Armin Van Buuren in regards to what his album might sound like:
“I’m experimenting with a lot of new, different sounds. I’m a bit sick of the same formula that’s going on in EDM right now so I’m just trying to change boundaries and look at what’s going on in the rest of the world. Even in the hip hop scene and the trance scene and try to combine as much as possible.” [VIDEO]
I’m going to let that marinate as you listen to this new offering from Hardwell. Ha!
