Contests | Visionary Music Group Tour Giveaway [Minneapolis, MN]
Posted by LoffyG on July 19, 2012
Attention Minnesota Tayyib Ali & Logic fans! As many of you know the Visionary Music Group tour is hitting Minneapolis on 7/25/12. We have teamed up with EXP Promotions to give you the chance to win a FREE pair of tickets to that show at the Skyway Theatre! How do you enter? There are two different ways below:
1. Go to the FreshNewTracks FB page and share the photo about the contest and you are entered.
OR
1. Like FreshNewTracks on Facebook
2. Like EXP Promotions on Facebook
3. Post this FB status: @Fresh New Tracks and @EXP Promotions are giving one lucky person a pair of tickets to see Tayyib Ali & Logic live at The Skyway Theatre in Minneapolis, MN on 7/25/12!: http://freshnewtracks.wpengine.com/2012/07/19/visionary-music-group-tour-giveaway-minneapolis-mn
[note: the “@” should tag FNT and EXP Promotions in the post – make sure the post is visible to everyone aka us]
Winners will be chosen on 7/22/12!
Cover, Pop, Videos | Jon Bellion – The Motto (Drake Cover)
Posted by Grubeats on July 2, 2012
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It’s my pleasure to introduce the newest artist represented by Visionary Music Group, Jon Bellion. At 21, Jon has proven to be a very talented musician, crafting his own art by writing, recording, mixing, and mastering all his own original music. With blossoming artists Logic and Tayyib Ali on the same roster, the Long Island native will attempt to establish himself in the blogosphere with a distinct pop sound, as his predecessors have done with hip-hop.
Although cover songs are rare for Jon, who typically composes all original material, he decided to spin Drake and Lil Wayne’s crowd pleasing track, “The Motto” in hopes of warming up to the hip-hop heavy blog scene. While the term “YOLO” may be overworked and overused at this point, Jon brings a refreshing set of vocals to the microphone and transforms this track from a club hit to a very mellow pop cover. He will be following this introduction video with three completely original singles along with his debut mixtape “Translations Through Speakers” later this year.
What are the FNT faithful’s initial thoughts about Jon Bellion?
Hip-Hop | Tayyib Ali – Dreaming (Prod. by The Astronauts)
Posted by Grubeats on June 13, 2012
With his head high, Tayyib has been very eager to give his fans what they want. New music. Linking up with one of his top production duo’s, The Astronauts, Tay releases the latest single off his third coming mixtape. In the past they have collaborated on “High Definition”, “Tomorrow”, and “Never Change” and I think it’s safe to say we can expect more work in the near future. Tay spit me some of these bars acapella back when I interviewed him in Boston and I’ve been waiting for the final product ever since. Although the prince of Philly still has a way to go to be where he ultimately see’s himself, he’s got the demeanor and potential to make it there.
In other news, Tayyib and label-mate, Logic, are preparing to kick off their first even nationwide tour on July 7th, presented by Visionary Music Group. There’s no reason why you shouldn’t grab your tickets now! Full details after the break.
Hip-Hop, Mixtapes | Logic – Young Sinatra: Undeniable [Mixtape]
Posted by Grubeats on April 30, 2012
“I used to follow my dreams, until I caught up to them” – Logic
Word association. I say “Logic”, you say …? Lyrics, versatility, confidence? Those are just a few of the 22 year old’s most distinguished characteristics.
I was first introduced to Logic by Chris Zarou last July when he signed an independent record deal with Visionary Music Group. Christening my ears withLogic’s debut mixtape, Young, Broke, & Infamous, it was evident the young Maryland MC bolstered a repertoire unlike any other up and coming hip-hop artist. Mainstream beats, lyrics with a deeper flavor than seven layer lasagna, & a repeated intellectual and versatile flow. At that time, Logic had a slim 1,500 Facebook fans and a couple thousand Twitter followers. With very little blog coverage at that time, college sites began to join the movement which sparked a very successful sophomore mixtape, Young Sintra. Playing off his idol, the great Frank Sinatra, Logic’s fan base (shout out #RattPack & #BobbySoxers) was steadily growing. Logic has said Young Sinatra was a representation of the transformation of him turning from a boy into the young man he is today. Keeping the core values consistent with Young, Broke, & Infamous, Logic offered more originality and even more versatility. Serving up a blend of tracks for the streets, the avid fan of lyricism, college students, and even the fine groupie women (Bobby Soxer’s).
Hip-Hop | Logic – Tic Tac Toe (Prod. by 6ix & Official OB)
Posted by Grubeats on April 17, 2012
While his fan base is exploding like no other up and comer in the game, Logic releases the final single off his highly anticipated mixtape, Young Sinatra: Undeniable. I had the privilege to meet up and interview with Logic at his performance this past Sunday in Boston. Let me start off by saying he is one of, if not the most personable, well spoken, appreciative artists I have ever met. Taking the time to personally connect one on one with every fan at some point during the night, every fan left as a friend. With that being said, my love for his music continues to escalate along with my respect for him as an artist and a person.
This single, “Tic Tac Toe” was produced by in house Visionary Music Group producer, 6ix, along with Official OB. As expected, several people began making comparisons between Logic and Drake after his last single, Numbers, which was a result of Logic lowering his voice and singing as Drizzy often does. Logic’s answer to that, “Logic is Logic”. The versatility we’ve seen so far with the 4 singles have shown what Logic is capable of, offering up so many subgenre’s of hip-hop while maintaining a high level of lyrical expertise on each track. Crank this one up, this record is going to be huge!
Be on the lookout for an exclusive FNT x Logic interview dropping later this week!
DOWNLOAD: Logic – Tic Tac Toe (Prod. by 6ix & Official OB) | Listen on SoundCloud
Hip-Hop, Videos | Logic – Numbers [Video]
Posted by Grubeats on March 5, 2012
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“Men lie, women lie, numbers don’t I see that” – Logic
FNT favorite, Logic, drops news masterful visuals by GRVTY for the third release off his highly anticipated third coming mixtape. Precipitating on the game right now, the fiery young Maryland hot spitter shows why some people have made comparisons of him to Drake. With production from newly signed Visionary teammate, 6ix, Logic cleverly delivers some indirect shots at everyone that has told him he wouldn’t make it. Logic’s arguably one of the hottest up and comers right now and is continuously releasing material to support the claim. Confidence > Cockiness. Download coming when the video hits the token number of views on Youtube.
Interviews, Videos | Tayyib Ali Interview [Exclusive Video]
Posted by Grubeats on February 27, 2012
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(Watch in 720p or 1080p)
Just last week FNT had an exclusive opportunity to link up with Philly’s own, Tayyib Ali, for an interview prior to his headlining show in Boston. We discussed his upcoming project, recent and upcoming collabs, the plethora of artists coming up from PA, what he does outside of music & more. Big ups to Boston’s finest clothing and kicks boutique, Laced, for giving us an opportunity to catch Tayyib during his in store meet and greet earlier in the day.
In other news, Tayyib’s debut video off his last mixtape, Keystone State of Mind, surpassed 500,000 hits on YouTube today so be sure to check that if you haven’t already.
Hit the jump to download the tracks featured in the video!
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