Tracks from "Pencils Not Pistols" EP. Production by Imperial and raps by K.I.N.E.T.I.K.

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Pencils Not Pistols is the brand new E.P. from UK duo Imperial and K.I.N.E.T.I.K.  This unlikely duo linked up in late 2012 after Imperial (now affectionately known as Big Dave because of his mighty 6’4’’ frame) sent K.I.N.E.T.I.K. (who has yet to be blessed with ANOTHER alias) a polite email requesting to collaborate.  After being impressed with the spelling, grammar and attached beat in the email, K.I.N.E.T.I.K. jumped at the chance to work on some music with this courteous chap.  What initially began as a track for Imperial’s yet to be released solo album, slowly morphed into a collaborative project, which once again utilizes the tried and tested formula of one producer and one emcee.  Following copious amounts of parma ham and pavlova, the two discovered that they not only share a similar outlook on music but on life itself.  This mutual foresight enabled them to craft seven interlinked songs that all touch on different subjects in an honest yet humorous manner.  Most importantly, the project reinforces the divine duality of the human experience, even in the midst of the laughs and giggles contained throughout. 

The sample-based production on Pencils Not Pistols united both Imperial and K.I.N.E.T.I.K. in their love for that strong tradition in Hip Hop. The duo pay homage with their artwork; as it is a parody of Biz Markie’s album, I Need A Haircut.  As you might know, that was the album that changed music sampling law forever. Gilbert O’Sullivan… we see you.  Sigh.

Future plans include a limited edition album of Pencils Not Pistols on vinyl with official merchandise. All funding will be generated by fan support.

In closing, if Bill & Ted canceled a few excellent adventures and decided to make a Hip Hop project; then it would probably sound like this... Put your pencils in the air.

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Imperial & K.I.N.E.T.I.K. "Count Your Blessings (feat. Joanne Francis)"

Two imprints from opposite sides of the Atlantic come together in 2015 in the name of 'BRSTL Hardcore' – the new, four-track EP from Brazilian-born, Bristol-based DnB producer, S.P.Y. Following a prolific year on his home label, Hospital Records, where he released his acclaimed double album totaling 24 tracks ('Back to Basics Chapters One and Two'), S.P.Y has collated four originals to be released via NEST.

S.P.Y (real name Carlos Lima) explored a darker, edgier sound in Back to Basics last year, reflecting on the early days of Drum & Bass in a noble nod to the old school. And while 'BRSTL Hardcore' carries on some of the redolence of the 90s sound found in the double album, the EP’s main attributes lie within the energy of the production, with S.P.Y concentrating on maximum bass levels aimed directly at the dancefloor. From the snarling punches in “BRSTL Hardcore” to the dramatic atmospherics of “Mass Effect”, the new EP from S.P.Y boasts a gritty, stripped back aesthetic that both DnB newcomers and longtime Hospital Records fans can equally appreciate.

S.P.Y
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S.P.Y - Leave Me Alone [NEST046]

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🦾 Rip & Tear / Fester 🦾

Two absolute monsters here from rising talent Entity. With a signature style that stands out on every release, Entity has been turning heads across the scene - from top-tier DJs rinsing his tunes to ravers losing it on the dancefloor at his shows every weekend.

Rip & Tear sets the tone immediately: bold, brash and loaded with attitude. Serious intro vocals, a 4/4 kick pattern builds energy before all hell breaks loose - stabby, catchy basslines firing off before a switch that’ll knock your socks clean off!

On the flip, Fester has been quietly doing damage in clubs worldwide, and now it’s finally ready for the public. Dark, gritty and absolutely relentless from start to finish.

Entity’s on a serious come-up - and this release proves exactly why.

Stream/Download: https://cygnusmusic.link/ddvryzd

Entity - Rip & Tear

KRMA (ft. GarageKiddz) - Gunslinger

Hp Boyz - Bad N Bouj (Clean)

Hp Boyz - Engineers (Clean)

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S.P.Y - Leave Me Alone [NEST046]

NEST HQ