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Maxsta - The Maxtape 1.5
Release: 30/03/14
Label: Lord of the Mics

Following a monstrous end to 2013 as the headlining clash on the top 40 selling album 'Lord of the Mics'; Maxsta is back with a collection of tracks that sees him make a welcome return to his musical roots with 'The Maxtape 1.5'.

On what this release means to him, Maxsta says:

"Its all about the Maxtape 1.5. Having parted ways with Sony I feel I’m in a place where I want to create my own lane and basically become everything I’ve wanted to be and everything I am by showing all of my industry and life experience so far. I feel like my music is coming from an adult view point now and I’m excited to surprise my fans, other artists and most importantly, myself."

In 2009, at the age of just 17, Maxsta released his debut project the ‘The Maxtape’ featuring singles such as ‘East London is Back’ and ‘Skadoosh’ with Ghetts & Dolla Da Dustman which led him to become the first artist to sign to Sony RCA subsidiary, Just Jam pioneered by SBTV’s Jamal Edwards. After penning a contract with Just Jam, Maxsta went on to feature in Adidas’ We Are London campaign and release his debut singles ‘I Wanna Rock’ which featured as Radio 1 presenter, Nick Grimshaw’s record of the week and ‘Wanna Go’ featuring Little Nikki with the pair reaching number 67 and 40 respectively in the UK charts in 2012.

The first release to be taken from 'The Maxtape 1.5' is the energetic Grime anthem 'Got Gassed' already being championed by Kiss FM's Logan Sama and BBC 1Xtra's DJ Cameo. Check out the track list below and the link to the single and we challenge you not to get gassed by Maxsta's magnificent return!


  TRACKS:
Intro ft Elf
T.M.W.P ft Rlz & Villain
I Remember ft Ben Nelson
Born N Grow ft Stelf
Cold ft Dot Rotten, Flowz & Chase Inferno
Sweet Sensi ft Big Shizz
Got Gassed
Double Up ft Sho Shallow & Ard Adz
Waiting On Me ft Ny 
Alone With My Thoughts ft Brotherhood

Pre-order The Maxtape 1.5’ from iTunes!

MAXSTA – THE MAXTAPE 1.5 (iTunes) - http://smarturl.it/MAX001 

Official Links: || https://www.facebook.com/officialmaxsta || @itsMaxsta ||

For press and interview enquiries: || shireen@tenletter.co.uk || @TenLetterPR ||
For TV & Radio Enquiries: || cat@tenletter.co.uk || 07793 206 262 ||@TenLetterPR ||


Maxsta - Got Gassed

Maxsta and Manga go back to back on a brand new Lewi B produced track entitled "Nugshot".

Maxsta x Manga - Nugshot (Prod Lewi B) [GRM EXCLUSIVE]

Mugun - It'z Nutm [prod by. PHXL MUSXQ] #ITZNUTM

Tion Wayne - Minor (Prod by Team salut)

Banger After Banger

RUDE KID FT. GHETTS - BANGER AFTER BANGER

JY MNTL - Party's Over Ft. SK
@JY_MNTL 
@IAMSKMUSIC

JY MNTL - Party's Over Ft. SK

Complex Premiere: http://www.complex.com/music/2017/08/torii-wolf-macklemore-dj-premier-free

Shunning categories, genres, confinement and convention, Torii Wolf has emerged onto the music scene as if she was shot out of a cannon. Thanks to her sultry voice, range and musicality, leading up to her solo-debut, Torii has enjoyed a precipitous rise and already premiered music with Pitchfork, Complex, Pigeons & Planes, Mass Appeal, Vibe & Okayplayer and been tapped for Vevo’s “dscvr” series (past alumni include Sam Smith, Alessia Cara, Tove Lo, Hozier & DNCE). 

With an iconic producer who has a habit of producing and contributing to classic projects manning the boards, Torii & Preem's collaborative union bum-rushes the walls of genres, age and expectations to let the world know a Flow Riiot is upon us.

“Produced By DJ Premier.” From Gang Starr, The Notorious B.I.G, Jay-Z, Nas, Dr. Dre, Kanye West, Mos Def, Common, Mac Miller, Snoop Dogg, Cee-Lo Green, The Game, KRS-One, Ludacris, Joey Bada$$ and his most recent vehicle PRhyme; over the course of twenty-five trendsetting years, those four words have become synonymous with the cornerstone of hip-hop’s sound.

However, “Preemo” as he’s affectionately known, has always been a conduit for artists of all genres to affix their lyrics to his complex rhythms—D’Angelo, Janet Jackson, Miguel, Anderson .Paak, Lion Babe, Macy Gray, Neneh Cherry, Maroon 5 & Christina Aguilera (which his work won a Grammy for) to name just a few. Throughout it all; Grammy’s, Platinum & Gold plaques, undeniable icon status, Premier has orchestrated a sound that remains a hallmark of positive and advanced music. 

Flow Riiot’s anthemic lead-single “Free” f/ Macklemore & DJ Premier tackles the battle we face every day to be our authentic selves and a reminder that our freedom comes from within and how we hold the key to how “Free” we really are. 

“When we had our first meeting to compile which songs were going to make the album, King Of Chill plays this track that I hadn’t heard” DJ Premier stated to Complex.  “It was only a beat and Torii was singing a line from The Police’s “Voices  Inside My Head.”  I asked both of them; why have I never heard this?  It needed lyrics, but we removed the hook because I wanted to scratch on it. Torii came back to the studio, wrote and recorded her vocals and she decided to call it “Free.”  I was instantly hooked on this being one of the single releases from the album.” 

The tracks topic matter holds very special meaning to Torii as well, as she expressed to Complex.  “Free” is a special tune.  It’s very relatable.  True freedom comes from within; it’s the battle we face each day with our own identity. Having the confidence to be comfortable in our skin and with who we are; and being our true authentic selves. I find the content of someone else’s mind most attractive.  Feeling free in my gender fluidity and the way I connect with other humans is vital to my being.  To feel safe in outwardly expressing what it is that ignites a spark in me can be very challenging in the society we live in. However, it’s only harder when I try and resist it. It feels very important for me to lead by example in sharing with others how we are in control of our own destiny.  To be in touch with ourselves in knowing what we want, who we are and what feels good is such a gift.  It radiates and it is very liberating.  Allowing your spirit to shine can be contagious and that freedom from within is the light that we all need. I’d also like to mention how without even getting to in-depth with him conceptually, Macklemore’s verse fell so in line with the feel so organically.  Ben’s words are so dope and I feel so grateful to hold space for them on this record. “my spar partner is the devil, but I train with God” and “as long as I’m me, then you know that I’m free”; are such incredible lines that truly resonate.”

Photography and Artwork by: Amanda & Jaxon Demme

Flow Riiot

Free feat. Macklemore & DJ Premier(Produced by King Of Chill)

Genius Premiere: https://genius.com/a/long-island-singer-torii-wolf-premieres-her-new-single-big-big-trouble

Torii Wolf has emerged onto the music scene as if she was shot out of a cannon. The singer/songwriter from Wantagh, New York who traded coasts-bouncing around West Coast cities and in doing so enhanced herself artistically; shunning categories, genres, confinement and convention.

Thanks to her sultry voice, range and musicality, Torii has enjoyed a precipitous rise.  Leading up to her solo-debut, Torii has already premiered music with Pitchfork, Complex, Pigeons & Planes, Mass Appeal, Vibe & Okayplayer and been tapped for Vevo’s “dscvr” series (past alumni include Sam Smith, Alessia Cara, Tove Lo, Hozier & DNCE). 

With an iconic producer who has a habit of producing and contributing to classic projects manning the boards, Torii Wolf & DJ Premier’s forthcoming collaborative union bum-rushes the walls of genres, age and expectations to let the world know a Flow Riiot is upon us.

“Produced By DJ Premier.” From Gang Starr, The Notorious B.I.G, Jay-Z, Nas, Dr. Dre, Kanye West, Mos Def, Common, Mac Miller, Snoop Dogg, Cee-Lo Green, The Game, KRS-One, Ludacris, Joey Bada$$ and his most recent vehicle; PRhyme (with Royce 5’9”); over the course of twenty-five trendsetting years, those four words have become synonymous with the cornerstone of hip-hop’s sound.

However, “Preemo” as he’s affectionately known, has always been a conduit for artists of all genres to affix their lyrics to his complex rhythms—D’Angelo, Janet Jackson, Miguel, Anderson .Paak, Lion Babe, Macy Gray, Neneh Cherry, Maroon 5 & Christina Aguilera (which his work won a Grammy for) to name just a few. Throughout it all; Grammy’s, Platinum & Gold plaques, undeniable icon status, Premier has orchestrated a sound that remains a hallmark of positive and advanced music. 

While Preem has previously collaborated with fellow iconic female artists, in none of the aforementioned examples has he taken the reigns to not only produce the bulk of the material, but too also serve as executive producer.  With a resume like Premier’s it takes a lot to get his attention---and perhaps more importantly; his respect.

After premiering Flow Riiot’s anthemic lead-single, “Free,” featuring Macklemore and DJ Premier with Complex a few weeks ago, Torii and Premier now deliver “Big Big Trouble” with Genius.  

Torii Wolf’s debut solo-debut, Flow Riiot, will be released on 9-29-17 via DJ Premier’s TTT (To The Top) imprint.

Stream & Purchase “Big Big Trouble” at Spotify: http://flyt.it/BigBigTrouble

Tracklisting & Credit’s for Torii Wolf’s Flow Riiot: 
1.)	“Everlasting Peace” (produced by DJ Premier)
2.)	“Meant To Do” (produced by DJ Premier)
3.)	“1st” (produced by DJ Premier)
4.)	“Big Big Trouble” (produced by DJ Premier)
5.)	“Body” (Produced by araabMUZIK)
6.)	“”I’d Wait Forever And A Day For You” (produced by DJ Premier)
7.)	“Take It Up On Monday” (Produced by King Of Chill)
8.)	“Go From Here” (produced by DJ Premier)
9.)	“Shadows Crawl” (produced by DJ Premier)
10.)	“Nobody Around” (produced by DJ Premier)
11.)	“You’re Not There” (Produced by King Of Chill)
12.)	“Where We Belong” (produced by DJ Premier)
13.)	“Free” f/ Macklemore & DJ Premier (Produced by King Of Chill)
14.)	“Pain Killer” (Produced by Mike Zombie)
15.)	“Moscow” (Produced by Torii Wolf)

Executive Produced by DJ Premier & Ian Schwartzman

Photography and Artwork by: Amanda & Jaxon Demme

For More Information:
https://twitter.com/toriiwolf
https://twitter.com/REALDJPREMIER
https://www.instagram.com/toriiwolf/
https://www.facebook.com/toriisound/
http://www.toriiwolf.com/ 
https://www.facebook.com/DJPremierOfficial
https://www.instagram.com/djpremier/

Big Big Trouble (Produced by DJ Premier)

Highsnobiety Premiere: http://www.highsnobiety.com/2017/09/14/torii-wolf-pain-killer-premiere/

Thanks to her sultry voice, range and musicality, Torii has enjoyed a precipitous rise.  Leading up to her solo-debut, Torii has already premiered music with Pitchfork, Complex, Pigeons & Planes, Mass Appeal, Vibe & Okayplayer and been tapped for Vevo’s “dscvr” series (past alumni include Sam Smith, Alessia Cara, Tove Lo, Hozier & DNCE). 

With an iconic producer who has a habit of producing and contributing to classic projects manning the boards, Torii Wolf & DJ Premier’s forthcoming collaborative union bum-rushes the walls of genres, age and expectations to let the world know a Flow Riiot is upon us.

“Produced By DJ Premier.” From Gang Starr, The Notorious B.I.G, Jay-Z, Nas, Dr. Dre, Kanye West, Mos Def, Common, Mac Miller, Snoop Dogg, Cee-Lo Green, The Game, KRS-One, Ludacris, Joey Bada$$ and his most recent vehicle; PRhyme (with Royce 5’9”); over the course of twenty-five trendsetting years, those four words have become synonymous with the cornerstone of hip-hop’s sound.

However, “Preemo” as he’s affectionately known, has always been a conduit for artists of all genres to affix their lyrics to his complex rhythms—D’Angelo, Janet Jackson, Miguel, Anderson .Paak, Lion Babe, Macy Gray, Neneh Cherry, Maroon 5 & Christina Aguilera (which his work won a Grammy for) to name just a few. Throughout it all; Grammy’s, Platinum & Gold plaques, undeniable icon status, Premier has orchestrated a sound that remains a hallmark of positive and advanced music. 

While Preem has previously collaborated with fellow iconic female artists, in none of the aforementioned examples has he taken the reigns to not only produce the bulk of the material, but too also serve as executive producer.  With a resume like Premier’s it takes a lot to get his attention---and perhaps more importantly; his respect.

Before Flow Riiot is released on 9-29, Torii lets go of one final track, “Pain Killer,” which was exclusively premiered by Highsnobiety.

Produced by Mike Zombie (of Drake’s “Started From The Bottom”& DJ Khaled’s “They Don’t Love You No More” featuring Jay-Z, French Montana, Meek Mill & Rick Ross fame), “Pain Killer” is the audio equivalent of an opioid, replete with Torii’s pleas to euthanize her anguish, yet so ultimately stimulating it creates a high you can’t stop craving.  

“Pain Killer” is a very intense record for me emotionally” Torii emphasized to Highsnobiety.  “I love the track that Mike Zombie created; his productions are dark and deep and that really resonates with me.  I want people to connect with this song on a level of compassion and understanding.  Falling in and out of love.  The strong similarities to the high you get from being intimate with another person.  Co-dependency. Vulnerability.  There is space and emotion in this record.  I did it in one take, so my raw emotion is immortalized here.” 

“Pain Killer” is definitely the most left field production people will have heard from me so far” Mike Zombie stated to Highsnobiety.  I sampled "Nathan King- Gone Away" a musician that I really like and it really gave the production that feel to that airy, open vibe. When I heard what Torii had done to the record I was in awe. Not to be cliché, but she really embodies pain in her voice alone. When I spoke to Premier I was one honored to even work with him, but more honored that he respected the craft enough to let me mix the record. Not too many producers get to mix they're records nowadays and it was my first time ever doing it and getting the opportunity to do it with him for the first time is a true accomplishment.” 

Torii Wolf’s debut solo-debut, Flow Riiot, will be released on 9-29-17 via DJ Premier’s TTT (To The Top) imprint.

Pre-order Torii Wolf’s Flow Riiot at iTunes: http://flyt.it/FlowRiiot 

Stream & Purchase “Pain Killer” at Spotify: http://flyt.it/PainKiller

Pain Killer (Produced by Mike Zombie)

For more info on this track, head here: http://trenchtrenchtrench.com/features/exclusive-silencer-and-maxsta-team-up-for-cruddy-new-single-black-mask

EXCLUSIVE: Maxsta x Silencer - Black Mask

As a broadcaster and club figure DJ Ace has long flown the flag for black music in this country and beyond, sparking a lifelong love affair with R&B.

This mix is a MOBO Awards special, and it captures UK music at a particularly important time for underground culture. It also rocks...

Clash DJ Mix - DJ Ace's MOBO Awards Selection

TRACKLIST -> clashmusic.com/features/clash-dj-mix-the-dreem-teem

The Dreem Teem are some of the best to ever do it, a uniquely London phenomenon with UKG in their DNA. Set to play Annie Mac's Lost and Found next summer, this mix is a fiery selection that will have you booking the first flight to Malta...

Clash DJ Mix - The Dreem Teem

Maxsta "East London Is Back" - UD/DEFENDERS ENT 02.08.10

Written by Jean-Mikhael + Lauren Morgan and Georgia Morgan (FPKA Blessed)
produced by @AkaraEtteh
Mixed and mastered by Turkish "Tumai" Salah @turkishdcypha 

Visual: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgHunvbTwTQ

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Free D/L gate: https://hypeddit.com/track/7dunua

LYRICS:

Feelings get unnoticed  
It don’t make no change  
Reach for these moments  
Getting all in vain  
Kudos to you 
If you ain’t willing to stay  
Will you come through  
Will you come through  

I’ve been feeling hella lonely lately  
You’re the only one that make me crazy  
Sick of waiting for you on a daily  
I’ve been feeling, I’ve been feeling hazy 
Hazy 

Tell me what’s the deal? 
I KNOW this was real  
All up in my feels 
Been caught up 
What’s up? 
Hold up! 
Now what’s the deal? 

I’ve been feeling hella lonely lately  
You’re the only one that make me crazy  
Sick of waiting for you on a daily  
I’ve been feeling I’ve been feeling hazy 
(all up in my feels) 
Hazy 
(a-a-all up in my feels) 

You, you’ve been getting comfortable  
I’ve been providing all my time 
For you I've broken every kinda rule 
You’ve been taking me for a fool  
Pick a path now you gotta choose  

I’ve been feeling hella lonely lately  
You’re the only one that make me crazy  
Sick of waiting for you on a daily  
I’ve been feeling, I’ve been feeling hazy 
(all up in my feels) 
Hazy 
(a-a-all up in my feels) 

Tell me what’s the deal? 
I KNOW this was real  
All up in my feels 
Been caught up 
What’s up? 
Hold up! 
Now what’s the deal? 

Calling me telling me how much you want this to work but I’m not here for tips 
Why don’t you see I was waiting for you but you know that I’m so over this  
On to the next  
Sure you’ll find someone to test  
Kudos to you  
I’ll be living my own best  

I’ve been feeling hella lonely lately  
You’re the only one that make me crazy  
Sick of waiting for you on a daily  
I’ve been feeling I’ve been feeling hazy   
Hazy 

Tell me what’s the deal? 
I KNOW this was real  
All up in my feels 
Been caught up 
What’s up? 
Hold up! 
Now what’s the deal? 

Tell me what’s the deal? 
I KNOW this was real  
All up in my feels 
Been caught up 
What’s up? 
Hold up! 
Now what’s the deal 

Been caught up, what's up, hold up 
Been caught up, what's up, hold up 
Been caught up, what's up, hold up...

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