Vince Colon aka Chico Vroc aka Chico V, was born December 14,1968 in the Bronx, NY. At the age of 3, his family relocated to California.  It was growing up in L.A. and the discovery of music; more especially the different elements of Hip-Hop that his passion began to grow vigorously. Although, becoming a great MC was his destiny, he became familiar with a popular dance called "The Boogaloo", and from then forward his dedication for music grew as he started participating in cyphers. At the age of 16, his family moved to Denver, Colorado. In Denver, Chico V(roc) created a dance crew called "The DC Spin Masters" and with the crew competed at many events. While traveling with his crew he met the founder of the "Radio Active" dance crew, which he later joined. Chico V also created a chapter of Deuce Mobb; a two member MC crew who would take special events by storm with their rap style.The highlight of their career was when they participated in one of the states most biggest events known as the "Taste of Colorado". Some time after that, he joined an MC crew by the name of ''Want Sum, Git Sum". After performing with that crew for awhile, he decided to branch out and create an MC crew known as the "303 Thug Boys" and released his first E.P. titled "Riding Hard". With life's set backs he was a witness of times where getting into trouble was the only option. Wanting more in life, in 2000 Chico V moved to Miami, Fl. determined to get involve with the Dirty South while bringing a West Coast style.
   Chico V always knew he was made for greatness. "Graffiti, B Boy, DJ and Emcee, I Am All Elements of Hip-Hop", he says." Performing has always been in my blood; my mother was a big influence. She was an entertainer in the disco era, and my father was an artist and played over 17 different musical instruments. Growing up in a home where vinyl's were everywhere, I'd touch the turntables and put the needle to the groove". His influences are Grand Master Flash and the Furious Five, Soul Sonic Force, Uncle Jams Army and the Jam Pony Express DJ's. "I wasn’t very good in school, so I tried to do it all. From sports to lyrical battles. There really isn't anything I can't do. I scratched, I danced and was known for the sickest "UpRock", I freestyle, and I always keep a pencil and paper at hand to write to any beat that is playing. The microphone is my passion, its my way of expressing my emotions. I'm a good storyteller, but I want to be known for being ingenious. You may not know what I'm going to say next, but you definitely know its gonna be hard"!
   In time Chico V made his presence known and felt as he captivated his audience with his clever wit and quick comebacks. He earned a great deal of respect and acclamation in the streets. He's poised to leave his mark on the minds of true hip-hop mavens who appreciate authenticity, lyrical skills and unique vocal delivery. Chico V describes his music as having being reminiscent of the early years of Rap from back in the day, but is still relevant and modern to serious Hip-Hoppers and old school music lovers. Chico V drops a stream of lyrics so free, but yet so fierce, manipulating his craft to emulate a range of styles with influences from the East to the West Coast. His desire to excel in his music is both exclusive and original. And in doing so he manages to captivate his audience with an in depth, raspy, powerful voice. The lyrics in his music match the power and depth of his approach to the Hip-Hop culture. The majority of his music is spurned from his mind in the form of freestyles.
   Chico V is currently immersed in several projects. He is the former host for the internet reality show named "Chico V T.V DALE!". He just finished the filming of "Skeptic" a movie that was released in the summer of 2012. He played the role of Big Brother in the Colombia Fox Network Novela "El Capo 2". Hosted the mixxtape for HoodStock 2012 Compilation. He is the host of Miami's hottest local late night show called "The Wicked Show", where he show-cases South Florida's finest artists. Chico V has released two official music videos, JAM ON IT and WICKED. He is currently working on the third official music video named LEBRONS ON. He is also working on his mix-tape with some of Miami Best Artists. Chico V is also playing as Stretch in independant film "Its a Dirty Game".  "The game is about to be reintroduced to thought provoking lyrics that move the mind mixed with an undeniable swag and a natural flow that the game has been missing. I love music and I love what I do, its purely based on the amount of people who are depending on me to make something out of nothing; out of myself and I know my nephew J.T. HollyHood is one of them. POWERED BY FAMILY. "If I make it, We all make it. 1 time 4 me, 2 times 4 you." #ALREADY.

CONTACT INFO:
EMAIL: vincecolon@yahoo.com
FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/vincecolon2
INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/chicov
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/chicovroc
YOUTUBE: http://youtube.com/user/vroc22
REVERBNATION:  http://www.reverbnation.com/chicov
SOUNDCLOUD: http://www.soundcloud.com/chicovroc
THE WICKED SHOW BOOKING: thewickedshow@yahoo.com
CHICO V BOOKING INFO: (786) 329- 3110/ (305) 834- 6367

During the live show, Along the Watchtower play with the emotions of the audience, sweeping them into a world of retro soul and raw raspy rock.
Along The Watchtower takes you back to the 70s
The band inpsired by Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Led Zeppelin perform with an intencity that match no other band . Yet the band plays the genre in a refreshing new way they still stay true to the style.
Power soul rock they call themselves when asked.
Rock is in there blood and with every show they dig deep bringing an energetic and truely magical experiance to the audience.
Let the sounds of the 70s come to you, and enjoy the atmosphere this very driven band provide.
Rock and roll is not dead.
Its alive and kicking and Along the watchtower are the proof.

Russell Swallow is one of those lucky pre-Brexit kids who spent two years living between London and Berlin. His sound is a refreshing synthesis of the classic British singer-songwriter tradition blended with ambient Berlin soundscapes. He uses confessional lyrics and allegorical storytelling to create songs that range from hushed, prayer-like confessionals to soaring, indie epics. 
 
Swallow established himself as a solo artist after moving to Berlin in 2016 and has since toured extensively throughout Europe, playing over 300 shows in seven countries, with festivals in London, Germany, Switzerland and France. He has been support for the likes of Kimberly Anne, Leddra Chapman and Kal Lavelle and performed at venues such as Kantine am Berghain (Berlin), Green Note & Union Chapel (London).
 
Inspired by the likes of Bon Iver, Jeff Buckley, and Jon Martyn, Swallow taught himself to write songs by blending his passion for poetry and short stories with his newfound love of indie-driven sounds, whilst growing up in Suffolk.
 
Remixes from latest EP Body Like Braille are released this Summer, with new self produced music coming later this year. The record captures Swallow’s haunting vocals, shimmering electric guitar and lush electronics. 

CONTACT: 
russ_swallow@hotmail.com
www.russellswallow.com

PRESS:
'Dreamy folk-inclined songwriting meets subtle electronics...new single Chemicals features Kal Lavelle, and the two combine to make something truly special' - Clash Magazine

'a sweeping groove laden melody...Russell Swallow mesmerizes with his latest composition Chemicals' - Diamond Deposits

'a powerful and ethereal introduction to the sound of debut solo EP AM-BPM. ... the feeling of a late night drive in the city. (Chemicals) reverberated swells and rhythmic crescendos beautifully marry acoustic and indie-electro elements' - Too Many Blogs

'Russell Swallow delivers a modern day gem for the masses in “Chemicals”... the track has a way of delivering a certain vibe that pulls the humanity inside of us out into the open...listen, enjoy and remember that the chemicals inside of you need you to find the spark that is waiting out in the world...add passion to your life' - Wolf in a Suit

'clearly a man with poetry in his soul' - Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6 Music

'pouring his heart out with killer songs' - Sofar Sounds

'very, very beautiful' - Chris Hawkins, BBC Radio 6 Music

'deeply wonderful...beautiful songs of love and heartbreak' - Daylight Music, Union Chapel

'fulsome pop lushness...poetic lyrics and self-exploration with Russell’s subtle grasp of what makes a good tune great' - The Canteen, Bristol

Originally one part Taylor Whittaker and one part Nickie Minshall, UKAE was technically born when the pair met in grade three. The two wee tots would get together over peanut butter and butter sandwiches and crank out various renditions of Stand By Me in their parents' basements. Even as youngsters they were a natural musical match, and although the ridiculously adorable elementary school duo did, unfortunately, fall apart, the group was reincarnated years later in August 2012. This time over beers, not sandwiches. 

UKAE is a Toronto-based indie band featuring Taylor's raspy and oh-so-manly voice working in tandem with Nickie's sweet and soulful sound. This combo coupled with Taylor's organic knack for catchy guitar riffs makes for some pretty awesome tunes that will stick in your head for days. Years, maybe.

In December 2012 UKAE added the talents of Nick McKinlay (drums) and Tim O'Reilly (bass). These additions gave UKAE the ability to kick way more ass onstage and handle much larger crowds. After a sold out show playing for the first time as a full band to more than 120 people in the crammed downstairs of The Central, it was quickly realized that the band wanted to get louder. In January of 2013, UKAE added lead guitarist Andrew Dawson just in time for another hit show, this time at Lee's Palace.

Acoustic beginnings have given way to crazy and energetic live performances with the full band. 

Well-versed in uncommon, tasty covers (think Pursuit of Happiness and Where Is My Mind) as well as a growing roster of heartfelt originals, UKAE's sound adds something new and different to Toronto's music scene. 

Their debut studio effort 'Morning Story' was released July 30th, 2014 and is now available for download on iTunes.

Days and Nights with Bag Asteroid on Queen Street West.  These are THE COLLECTED WORKS OF BAG ASTEROID. You can spend an hour or less with Bag, right here... bit.ly/1plCMFG.

The Cads were part of the Toronto punk rock and new wave scene in the late 1970s. http://goo.gl/UmQosV

If you have Cads recordings we'd LOVE to share them with the world right here. Good or grotty...  especially the grotty ones. 

Drop us an MP3 at emptysombrero@gmail.com  Thanks!


The Cads’ songbook: 
Rodan  
Ganga Girl  
The Filthy Scabs 
Whip of Love  
The Arabian Suit: Femme Fatale Fatima of the Arabian Nights/Saleem the Ruthless/Baghdad (no known recording of “Fatima”)     
Mars, c’est ca!  
100% Ground Round  
The Ballad of Bag Asteroid  
Razor City  
Do the Crabwalk  
Kill the Lights  
CB Heebie Jeebies  
Black Head  
This is Your Life, Patti Smith  
Over My Dead Body  
The Brain Suckers  
Caged Heat  
Dial 9  
Sex Was the Only Way Out  
Crabgrass Crackdown  
The Walking Meat 
I've Never Had So Much Fun  
Pointed Toe Reaction (no known recording)  
Fast Lane (no known recording)
You Weren't Born Yesterday  
Building a Fire (no known recording)  
Paradise  
Rancid Relations 
Under My Crust (no known recording)
Talk Talk (cover)
No Escape (cover)
Secret Agent Man (cover) 
Hard Day’s Night (cover)

Marco Oostra is a young Dutch aspiring pop/rock singer from Groningen, The Netherlands. His voice has an appealing raspy quality not many singers are able to match. He took part in several talent shows like The Voice of Holland and Popstars. At age seventeen he started taking piano lessons while studying Music & Sound design at the Noorderpoort College in Groningen. When he was nineteen years old, Marco started taking singing classes and taught himself to play the guitar. In the following years he lived like a recluse. Behind closed doors he worked, with steel determination, on perfecting his singing and playing skills, all with one goal; being successful in the music industry.

In 2010, three years after his first strike of a piano key and only one year after his first singing lesson, Marco decides to put his talents to the test by entering the televised talent show Popstars. He manages to make it to the live shows. In 2012 he once again claims the spotlight by participating in The Voice of Holland. He effortlessly sails through the preliminaries and manages to turn the chairs of Nick & Simon during the blind auditions.

For some time now Marco makes his living as a musician. He plays at weddings and in bars and restaurants accompanying himself on guitar and piano. He’s also a resident performer at De Drie Gezusters, a well known pub in Groningen. He recently teamed up with songwriter Jemy Gijsman and is now working on building his own repertoire. Their work is influenced by: Stevie Wonder, Jason Mraz, Ed Sheeran and The Beatles.

Jamaal Zeigler, born on March 21, in New Orleans, Louisiana, developed a profound love for music, particularly Hip-Hop, inspired by his older brother and cousins. His musical influences ranged from No Limit and Cash Money to iconic artists like Biggie Smalls, Jay-Z, Nas, Mase, Def Squad, Method Man & Redman, among others. Embracing the East Coast rap style, Jamaal, known by his stage name "Joe Numbas," possesses a distinctive raspy voice coupled with clever bars.

Growing up in the challenging environment of the 7th ward in New Orleans, Jamaal faced early hardships. Raised by a hardworking single mother juggling four jobs, he encountered the absence of his father, who struggled with legal issues due to involvement in drug dealing and abuse. Despite these challenges, Jamaal took on responsibilities from a young age, caring for his autistic and diabetic uncle while his brother enlisted in the US Marine Corps.

After Hurricane Katrina devastated their home, Jamaal relocated to Dallas, Texas, with his family and close friend Frank Fingaz. Wrestling with depression, he turned to writing rhymes as a means of coping with life's challenges. Collaborating with Rodney, they delved into rap, forming a group called "Da New Breed," later expanding to create "Da FAB (Forever About Business)" with other artists.

Following a brief hiatus due to Jamaal's decision to join the United States Marine Corps at 21, music re-entered his life during active duty in Okinawa, Japan. He released a mixtape titled "Da Saga Begins Vol. 1" in 2009 and founded the record label Hawd Head Music. After an honorable discharge in 2010, Jamaal reunited with former FAB member WOAH in Dallas. They, along with DB Ladale, released tracks under Hawd Head Music, leading to the creation of the underground mixtape "No Doze: No Sleep" in 2014, featuring the notable single "CREAM."

Passionate about restoring balance, substance, and lyricism to Hip-Hop, Jamaal strives to defy mainstream conformity. Through his music, he aims to spark conversations, deliver meaningful content, and revive the essence of true rap artistry. As he continues his journey, Jamaal invites listeners to engage and support the movement of #BringingRealRapBack. Like, comment, share, subscribe, and join the journey towards authentic Hip-Hop.

You The One (Master Recording) #nowplaying

Ruby Tuesday are a 2 piece dirty rock and roll/ blues band rolling in from Stockport & Salford, with big drum beats and even bigger guitars, Ruby Tuesday have been known for there unique sounds and being louder than most at their live shows!

The band consist of Jimmy Mccarthy on Guitar and sounds. Using a mixture of the newest sounds and the loudest noise on the music scene he incorporates retro blues and rock n roll riffs which creates an Electric Orchestra of its own that must not be missed.
Joel is the drummer & singer of Ruby Tuesday, and to match the big guitar sound comes big drum beats & raspy distorted vocals that become shouted-melodies.

The band came together through a shared love for bands such as Led Zeppelin, The Doors, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, The Kills and The Black Angels while keeping there unique driving sounds.

Keep following Ruby Tuesday for a roller-coaster of Blues, Rock n Roll, Soul,Dance and Psychedelia.

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