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SnappScenes: We Just Want to Get You High, Watch ‘Yellow Gran Torino’

Dane Young — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:50:12 +0000

Sex, Lies & Bass. “Yellow Gran Torino” is as much an ode to backseat love as it is 90′s dance. Because, we just “want to get you high.” Let’s go for a ride. Watch the video for “Yellow Gran Torino” featuring singer/songwriter NAIRA. GREATeclectic‘s musical bilgunsroman “Planet of the Ape$” drops Jan 31.

DRIVE FASTER BABY, DRIVE FASTER BABY, DRIVE FASTER BABY

YELLOW GRAN TORINO (feat NAIRA) by GREATeclectic

GREATeclectic’s “Musical Bildungsroman” Due Jan 31, Download “#1 Fan”

Dane Young — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:30:58 +0000

GREATeclectic, artist, DJ & editor of the infamous Art & Culture magazine Art Nouveau, will unleash his debut album January 31, 2012. He is giving us the first taste with “#1 Fan,” a roaring dance anthem featuring singer Antonio Stapleton & Canadian based rapper KJ. In the past two years, GREATeclectic has opened up for J*DaVeY, Theophilus London, Taz Arnold in addition to planning events in Atlanta & Miami with the likes of VA$HTIE & Dee & Ricky. From these experiences, he has made an album that touches on the sonic stepping stones he’s used year by year to pave his way to the present. You can head over to his official site to grab the free MP3 of “#1 Fan.”

I’m your groupie, introduce me to your group…

GREATeclectic
Planet of the Ape$
Jan 31, 2012
(BASS CHIC)

1. Welcome to the Freak$how/Animal (feat karen.alise)
2. Yellow Gran Torino (feat NAIRA)
3. Nu Africa (feat Corinne Stevie & Jack Preston)
4. Light$ (feat Jay Scott)
5. Bea$t (feat Sye Spence)
6. Heartbeat (feat Karima Harrison of Noot D’ Noot)
7. End of Your World (feat Ben Carson & Madam CJ)
8. Home (I Think About You) (feat Corinne Stevie)
9. Bored of Atlanta (feat Boreas Matthews)
10. Sometimes I Wonder (feat Jay Scott)

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Brick Bandits, Mating Calls & Jazz Inspire Savvy Society’s “Tribal Dance”

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Fri, 13 May 2011 04:00:07 +0000

Spencer Greene aka Savvy Society is a New Jersey born, Atlanta based Producer/DJ who I’ve been familiar with for sometime now. In all actuality, he’s like my little brother from another mother. The self-described ‘anti-hipster’ grew up on house and club music, so it’s no wonder that his sound is sexy a mix of jazzy synths that would make Pharrell coo and banging beats that evoke the tribal thump of both Africa and the fidget bass of Baltimore club music.

The idea for Tribal Dance stemmed from a recent visit back to his hometown of Jersey, where the artist was reintroduced to the house and dance music he grew up on.

“I don’t go home too often,” Savvy tells me. “but when I do, I’m always introduced to new club music and reminded of old house music. The vibe just felt right. So I decided I wanted to work on some music that made me feel that vibe.”

“The first beat I made was a sample of “Swing That Shit” by Brick Bandits. I added chords and harmonies. Then I remade the drum part from this house song I grew up on, “Fired Up,” he later explains.

Save for the final track ‘The Lights Dim On Their Own” featuring Sharmelle, Tribal Dance is an all out party. The title came from a drunk text a friend sent Savvy around the end of last semester where he is studying English at Morehouse College.

“Everyone was parting nonstop,” he tells me. “I can’t remember what it exactly said, but it was something about night festivities consisting of Tribal Dances and Mating Calls. It just stuck with me.”

Tribal Dance opens with a sexy spoken word lyrical tour-de-force by poet Jasmine Mans. You may remember the beat as the original beat to RAHBI’s “Noise Porn” track from Art Nouveau’s 2010 Noise Porn music compilation. After we know why we’re here, we know what to do. And Savvy serves as the conductor for this joy ride we’re currently on.

What’s next for Savvy? If you ask him, he has “no idea.” He’s living the musician life and that’s all right. He does have one gig he’s looking forward to.

“I’m going to take the summer to plot on how to stick up the world and split it 50/50, then execute it in Autumn,” he tells me.

Swag. Listen and download Tribal Dance for free below.
Tribal Dance by Savvy Society

Drum Machines & Dirty Things: What To Expect Sonically On Thursday

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:50:34 +0000

Music is feeling. That’s why it is always the most important part of a party. If the music ain’t hitting, how are you supposed to get your life? We got you covered this Thursday. Our Anniversary party is set to go there musically. We have DJ sets by Ethereal, GreatEclectic and Savvy Society, pop up performances by Tendaberry, RAHBI, theDOLLDAZE, Corinne Stevie, BOSCO and more and Theophilus London’s Atlanta debut. If you’re unfamiliar with any of the music, get familiar before Thursday. It’s bassy, it’s dancey, it’s pop, but it’s so not pop. But, here’s what our 3rd year anniversary party is going to sound like.

Jersey born producer Savvy Society will open the show. If you don’t know the man you know the music. He produced “What’s That Sound?” by Rahbi on Art Nouveau’s 2010 music compilation Noise Porn. Thursday, Savvy will be playing cuts from his upcoming mixtape Tribal Dance and some other goodies of course. Joining Savvy will be songtress Naira and the aforementioned RAHBI who’ll bring his funk to the stage and perform his latest single “Roller Coaster” and a remixed version of “What’s That Sound?” you don’t wanna miss.

MP3: Rahbi – What’s That Sound (Right Click + Save Target As)

MP3: Naira – When The Music Stops (Right Click + Save Target As)

After Savvy has officially made love to the crowd with his beats, I’m next with one goal: to make you sweat. Thursday pop collides with indie as I play mashups of hits by Adele, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Wiz Khalifa and much more. Joining me will be two of my favorite artists on the Indie Music scene in Atlanta: Corinne Stevie and theDOLLDAZE. Me and Corinne go way back, like way back, so it’s natural to work with her. She’ll be performing a revamped version of “Grace Jones,” and new track “She Took My Mind.” theDOLLDAZE will hit the stage for super sexy stripped down version of her latest song “Lust.”

MP3: Corinne Stevie – Cristal On The Moon (Right Click + Save Target As)

MP3: theDOLLDAZE – Lust (Right Click + Save Target As)

I can’t think of many things harder than the 808′s, bass drums and snares on an Ethereal track. Thursday fall into his sounds as he brings along for the ride BOSCO, A Ware of Mach 5 & Micah Freeman. Micah will undoubtely blah. A Ware. Party. Picture a silky smooth voice over sullen guitar strokes lulling you into a trance. That isn’t a sample from some vintage song, that’s BOSCO re-imagined over Ethereal’s lush audioscape. The singer/songwriter will perform Ethereal’s ETTHERMIX of her song “It Was You.”

MP3: Rick Ross feat. Ethereal – Blowin Money Fast (BMF) ETHERRMX (Right Click + Save Target As)

MP3: Ethereal feat Micah Freeman – Alrite (Right Click + Save Target As)

MP3: BOSCO – It Was You (ETHERRMX) (Right Click + Save Target As)

Fresh off their tour supporting Janelle Monae, Tendaberry will hit the stage with their mix of hip-hop, punk, ska and all around debauchery inspired fun. The band will be performing songs off their upcoming EP Hit It. Rapper Iyana will join the band for one song as well.

Brooklyn based emcee Theophilus London will travel to Atlanta to perform for the first time Thursday night. Fresh off a sick performance on David Letterman, Mr. Taxi Man himself, will bring his brand of electro hop and vintage soul tunes in a performance that is sure to have the city talking for years to come.

MP3: Theophilus London – Oops (Tweet Cover)(Right Click + Save Target As)

Advanced tickets for Art Nouveau’s Three Year Anniversary Party are available until Wednesday. Click here to purchase yours. Until Wednesday, every third person will receive a free gift.

NAIRA – Fly Hustle Fresh Grind (Music Video + MP3)

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 15:52:26 +0000

I had the pleasure of working with singer/rapper/songwriter Naira on material for Noise Porn. Naira is gearing up to release her debut album Fearless and recently dropped this awesome visual for the first single “Fly Hustle Fresh Grind.” In the video, The Nigerian singer, plays the role of a spy sent on a deadly mission, an awesome take on a Salt-esque character. Take a closer look at the video and download the track if you’re really looking to support good indie music after the jump.

Naira, J Haze & Sade – Drifting (MP3)

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:55:54 +0000

Naira‘s latest project The Colour of Love finds the singer/songwriter remixing and re-imagining nine songs by legendary singer Sade. The entire project was produced by J Haze. Take a listen to my favorite song from the project “Drifting” which contains and interpolation of Sade’s “The Moon and The Sky” from her latest album Soldier of Love.

Naira – I Wanna Know (MP3)

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 20:26:41 +0000

If you want some good R&B music, let me put you onto Naira. The Nigerian born, Atlanta based singer/songwriter is about to drop a new project next month entitle See Me, See Trouble. Take a listen to this leak she sent me. The song is called “I Wanna Know.” And I know you’ll be able to recognize the sample instantly. I like how she flipped it though. Listen and download it below.

MP3: Naira – I Wanna Know (Right Click + Save Target As)

Watch The Entire “Noise Porn” Show

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 14:05:34 +0000

Finally, footage from Art Nouveau & GreatEclectic’s “Noise Porn” show at Studio 1-5-0 in Atlanta. Check out video footage featuring live performances by RAHBI, Corinne Stevie, theDOLLDAZE, Ben Carson, Nemo, Sye Spence, Al K!ng, & Naira. The-Socials.com was also there to capture footage and interview singer/songwriter Sye Spence, blogger Scarlett Spade & producer Savvy Society. Check out the entire show below! And if you haven’t click here to download Noise Porn and the Noise Porn: Remixes album.

The-Socials.com Recap

Guy Anthony

Sye Spence

Ben Carson

Al K!ng

Nemo

Naira

theDOLLDAZE

Corinne Stevie

RAHBI

Download “Noise Porn: Remixes” Feat Ethereal, GotDion & More

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:00:07 +0000

By now you’ve heard “Noise Porn.” Now hear the remixes of tracks by theDOLLDAZE, Rahbi, Corinne Stevie & more by GotDion, Timeshare, Corinne Stevie, Savvy Society, Ethereal & GreatEclectic. Listen and download the remixes below.

1. Kid Cudi & RAHBI – What’s That Sound (Remix)
2. theDOLLDAZE – Illuminate The Sky (GreatEclectic Remix)
3. Corinne Stevie – Grace Jones (GotDion Remix)
4. Sye Spence- Back (ETHERRMX)
5. Koohl Cardi, Ben Carson & Corinne Stevie – Noise Porn (GreatEclectic Mashuo)
6. Antonio Stapleton & KJ – #1 Fan (GreatEclectic “Heartbeats” Mix)
7. Naira – Nightmares (GreatEclectic “Sexy Time” Mix)
8. Guy Anthony – GLOW (GreatEclectic Mashup)
9. Corinne Stevie – Grace Jones (TIMESHARE REMIX)
10. Roz Bell – Anymore (GreatEclectic “Infidel” Mix)
11. Antonio Stapleton & KJ – #1 Fan (GreatEclectic “ClockStrikes” Mix)
12. Corinne Stevie & MERC – Grace Jones (Savvy Society Remix)
13. theDOLLDAZE- illuminate the sky (Corinne Stevie mix)
14. Sye Spence & Troi – Back (Savvy Society Remix)

Naira – 4EVER (Video + “Lost In Translation” Download)

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:04:27 +0000

Nigerian born singer/songwriter Naira recently dropped the video for her short but sweet single “4EVER.” Watch the video below. Watch the video now and don’t forget to download Naira’s latest project Lost in Translation here.

Download: Naira – Lost In Translation

NAIRA – Fly Hustle, Fresh Grind (MP3)

Kendrick 'GREATeclectic' Daye — Mon, 10 May 2010 18:37:55 +0000

By now, you’ve heard Nigerian born singer/songwriter NAIRA on Art Nouveau Magazine & GreatEclectic’s music compilation “Noise Porn.” Now hear more from NAIRA. Here’s her new single “Fly Hustle, Fresh Grind.” Listen and download the song below. NAIRA’s new project is set to drop this summer.

MP3: NAIRA – Fly Hustle, Fresh Grind (Right Click & Save Target As)

“Noise Porn” Show At Studio 1-5-0 In Atlanta, GA

Benjamin Carson — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:17:34 +0000

The most anticipated show of the Spring season has finally come and gone like most great things do. Noise Porn debut last Thursday at Studio 1-5-0 off of Marietta St. in Atlanta, GA. Headed by Kendrick Daye Aka Great Eclectic through his online magazine, Art Nouveau Magazine, Noise Porn has transformed from a mass musical mixtape to a grand concert that included the best artist found in Atlanta. The list can go on for days starting with Rahbi, Corinne Stevie, the Doll Daze, Sye Spence, Al K!ng and even myself, Ben Carson. Even if you didn’t come for the music, just the energy and vibes of the show was enough to be in attendance for.

Free beer was being passed out in the house party form of white Styrofoam cups giving everybody a chance to get let there hair down for the upcoming weekend. Everyone was dressed in their own creative fashion form from the performers to the attendees which made this a true red carpet event. If you happen to drive by the studio, you would have definitely have gotten a few inspirations on your nest outfit. Hosted by 102.5 radio personality Zamir aka “Green Tea,” Noise Porn was ready to bring out the forces that everyone had been waiting for…

First up was new artist Guy Anthony who performed his song “Banger” and his Noise Porn offering song “G.L.O.W.” Shining in a sparkling red shirt laced with a red bowtie with matching red Nike sneaks and Fresh Printz shades on, Guy Anthony along with yours truly danced across the room in true glow fashion. Being his first time performing, I am glad to have been a part of Guy’s performance because he is bound to come off the ground faster than a GI Joe strapped to a bottle rocket.

Next up was rock star diva Sye Spence who dominated the audiences attention from their eyes to their ears. Her energetic yet soulful singing filled the room as her black, leather dress draped with silver chains caught the eye of everyone who dared to look. I had the pleasure of playing guitar to her track song “A Merican Dream” which is on her debut EP, Mad Mad World due out August 28.

For this being one of my first performances, I must say that it felt good to bring a song I made in my room out to the world. “Temptiation” is a song that I made some time ago which was featured in Art Nouveau Magazine. I took a few hints from the late Jim Morrison and did a short intro poem verse before the bass dropped for the song. I also performed one of my first songs called “Apple Tree” with the help of Sye Spence who added magical adlibs to the song.

After my performance, I called Macon, GA star Al K!ng to the front to perform our Noise Porn song “Higher” which features me on the hook, this time singing in an R&B twist lending a hand for Al K!ng’s awesome verse. Al K!ng has an energy unlike no other and he definitely shows it through his music with songs like “Arts & Crafts” and “Beer in a Wine Glass.”

Next, Nigerian representer Naira stepped to the microphone and broke out with her Noise Porn contribution which was her seductive song “Nightmares.” Ready with her back up singers, Naira also performed her song “Overdrive” which offered a more faster vibe than “Nightmares.”

As if dressed for a Victorian funeral, the Doll Daze appear in the midst of the darkness with her band as they broke out with her song “Let It Blow” after she downed the inside contents of her flask. “Let It Blow” appears on her EP ACID REPORT: the missing peace along with another song that she performed titled “The Hard Way.” She ended her grand performance with her live rendition of her Noise Porn song “Illuminate the Sky.”

The show continued with Nouveau Music’s long running artist, Corinne Stevie. Dressed in true art fashion with the most shiniest, embroidered jacket on this side of the Mississippi with her trademark yellow Docks laced and ready for combat. She started off her set with her song “Cristal on the Moon,” produced by Miami resident Y Diz. She then went into her remixed Noise Porn rendition of her song “Grace Jones” which is more upbeat than its original version. Corinne even performed an old classic of hers, “Club Kidz” which is off of her first album Space Oddity.

After her performance, it was time to perform the Noise Porn’s album titled track “Noise Porn” which played through the first verse due to the absence of Khool Cardi. After the first verse, it was time for me to reappear to rap my verse on the title song (yeah, I rap too). In true rock star/gangsta fashion, I ran out on stage bare chested with baggy Girbaud jeans, and boxers completely visible. It was funny to actually rap again in front of a crowd as I had not done that since high school. The memories. Corinne Stevie came back to the stage with me to smash the end of the song with a hot verse where she says, “how the hell you drunk off fame and you only had a little sip?” Classic.

Last but definitely not least was the Hollywood star Rahbi who caught the attention of every eye in the room and outside of the room as he sported a bare chest with African tribe markings all over and wearing fur pants that I’m sure Animal Rights would have a fit about. You never know what to expect from a Rahbi show and he definitely entertains your every sense. Backed by an African drummer, dancers and even a guitar contribution by Brandon Thomas who performed with Anthony David. The sex poised musician performed his hit songs seducing the crowd after being escorted to the stage by Madame CJ. Rahbi is definitely the new Prince of the decade.

If you were looking to see the best of what Atlanta has to offer musically, the Noise Porn concert was definitely the place to see them… for free. From new artists to the ones you already love you couldn’t have gone wrong with this one. From Sye Spence’s daring attire, the Doll Daze’s boisterous performance, Corinne Stevie’s hypnotic vibe, to Rahbi’s sexual healing, there was every bit of a reason to be excited about this event. Through Art Nouveau Magazine, Kendrick Daye has always put on a good show, but I must say that this one tops them all. Not only because I performed (hehe) but the energy that was composed at Studio 1-5-0 was felt from the outside of the venue to the inside. Be on the lookout for Noise Porn II… I know you won’t want to miss it.

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