Latest Twitter: Busy day, lot's to do before leaving for European tour tomorrow. I still don't have a jacket! There are no jackets for sale in all of L.A.! #2010/03/08
YES! My EP “The Art of Broken Glass” is now in HARCOPY! WORD! Just signed the UPS “Speak and Spell” looking thing, said “Thank you.”, and put them in my “store”. They are stocked! I will be selling these only on my France tour this month, then will make whats left available to everyone April 1st! The first 20 orders will get a signed poster. I did not order a lot of copies so if you are interested keep an eye out for April- I will spread the word! ALSO, be on the look out for the “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” OFFICIAL release this May- with 3 singles dropping in April. Yes, if your reading this , you might already have the album, (THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!) if so, you can still be a little excited (if you are one to get excited about things) because there will be a couple surprises we will be offering to everyone. In coalition with its official “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” we will be including remixes, extra merchandise, and maybe some NEW music for free!
SIDE NOTE:
I have been getting this question a lot lately, “Where is the best place to buy your music If I want to support you directly?” Well, great question! Since I am an independent artist (I cover manufacturing, promotion, production, press, distribution, etc.) almost anywhere you buy my music (buy not burn) I will see the support. My music career is funded directly from fans. If you would like to buy from the source just visit the store on this site. THANK YOU.
TOUR: IN FRANCE!
I will be flying to Paris to do a handful of dates with my friends and fellows “Hocus Pocus” (more about them below). I am very grateful for this opportunity and guess what, it comes with a tour BUS! Yep, not a 6 person with 7 people in it, run down, 1992 Astro van, parking lot sleeping, Mc Donalds smelling, tour capsule, No… a BUS - 16 passenger! Makes me feel like I’m Garth Brooks. I have been shown a lot of love from the European countries on almost all plains- radio, T.V., film, venues, and FANS- so going out there to perform is something I am proud of. I am hoping for a US tour in June and July- BELIEVE ME I’M TRYING! I’ve hit about everyone I know, venues, musician friends, musicians who don’t know me who might want to be friends, musicians who know me but got signed then forgot about me but didn’t really forget about me they just forgot about the fact that their label is taking away their ability to choose for themselves, hahaha- NO, really- I’m trying and I have had some GREAT fan support and some GREAT leads- so this is possible. The France tour dates are below!
March 16 - Le Transbordeur + Féfé, Lyon
March 18 - La Laiterie + Bazbat, Strasbourg
March 19 - La Vapeur, Dijon
March 20 - File 7, Magny le Hongre
March 23 - L’Etage, Rennes
March 24 - Elysées Montmartre, Paris
March 25- La Botanique, Bruxelles, -
March 26 - Le Splendid, Lille
March 27 - Festival Chorus des Hauts de Seine, Fontenay aux Roses
HOCUS POCUS?
The Procussions and myself have been recording and performing music with these guys since 2005. In my opinion they are one of the most slept on groups by “English speakers” (ha) and they have every right to be up there with some of the greatest American Hip Hop groups performing today. 20Syl is an amazing producer! I’m extremely grateful to have worked with him on my first album “Of gods and girls” on the songs, “Amelie”, “Half A Dream”, and “Apathy”. I am currently trying to hustle him into producing an entire album with me- let’s see. Here are a couple video introductions to 20Syl and his group “Hocus Pocus”…but you don’t have to take my word for it… you can go HERE
I don’t know man… You have labels stealing from you, promoters stealing from you, fans stealing from you, distribution “almost” stealing from you, now rappers are stealing from you? (Start tiny violin…. now)
Now seriously, I doubt there was some major plan to go in and jack a beat I paid for and recorded 3 years ago, but heres the point- there is most likely nothing I can do about it. In March of 2008 I put up a tiny peak (on mrjmedeiros.com) at what my new album “Saudade” was going to sound like. The lead track was called “Stronger Man”. I made it available for download to the very few people who had their eyes on it, it was a little secretive. I took it down along with a song called “So” to prepare for their official release in May. Since then it has been downloaded quite a few times and has been circulating word of mouth.
ANYWAY
Today I was told that a rapper, and Wu-Tang affiliate, “Trife Diesel” used my beat for “Stronger Man” on his debut album “Better Late Then Never”. The album was released in June of 2009 and it features Royce Da 5″9, Ghostface, and Freeway among others.
BEEF?
I don’t care, I just want my money back for the track I bought. Dudes rapping is not bad at all. I really don’t think there was a plan to do this. I also don’t think they would give a “BEEEEEP” knowing they did. The thought of me approaching them like “Yo Yo Yo, WUS GOIN ON WIT YOU JACKIN MY BEATS!!! “BEEEEEP” !!!!” just makes me laugh. It’s corny. Of course it’s only corny cus I dont have money to sue, couldn’t sue because the sample, wouldn’t know who to sue, and doubt they would be able to pay if I did, cus who’s making money????? I still haven’t seen a REAL dime since I started this rap game. SIDE NOTE: Think about this: The song “Constance”… the video alone has almost half a million views. If people just paid .50 cents for this song each, my career would be so much different. The amount of influence I could have in the market- maybe start a label, sign people I believe in etc. Most people have no clue about the financial status of independents, at all. They shouldn’t have to I guess- only if they are wondering why the radio and T.V. sounds the way it does. (I hear a small violin playing somewhere) Deep breath- ahhhhhhhhhh back to the subject. Sitting in the room I’m renting getting ready to walk to the post office to send C.D. orders, it makes me laugh to talk about beef. Beef? yes! I would love me some REAL beef- the fridge is DRY!
PLAN B?
I try harder at not whining, I try harder at seeing things the way they are, I start to create the change within the world I actually live in, and I call up Stro the 89th Key to beg him to remake the song, cus I aint goin out like that, I aint going out like that- Man playing violin puts it down and says… HE AINT GOIN OUUUUT!
If you heard “The Measure” feat. Jonathan Korsyzk then you’ve heard the voice of “Vienne”. I came across an incredible live performance of his song “”Lie Awake” and had to share- Dig. I hope this next year I will be able to feature Jonathan on some new material as I’m just starting to gather ideas for a possible 2011 release.
ALSO: Did you pick up your free download of “The Art of Broken Glass”? Yep- it is a little hush- but for the month of Feb. potholesinmyblog.com is hosting a free download link. Of course- purchasing the EP is what makes my career possible, so if you bought it- THANK YOU!- but, for the people who need to have it FREE before they will pay this is for you! For the no joke broke- this is for you! For whatever reason you can come up with that keeps you from purchasing music- this is for you! Just CLICK HERE word!
Got a VERY dope remix of “Strangers” from PR0FiLR last week and I wanted to make it available to everyone. Have a listen AND a download! Pass it to anyone you think might dig it.
MR. J. Music that has made it to the big (flat) screen.
Yes. Was excited to see that a French film I have a song in did very well and is coming to the U.S. on DVD- and with perfect timing! It’s a Christmas movie! The film “Un Conte De Noel” (A Christmas Tale) was directed by Arnaud Desplechin and features, among other stars, Catherine Deneuve, Jean-Paul Roussillon, and Anne Consigny. You can read all about it on IMDB . I haven’t seen it yet- but it was just ordered and I’m looking forward to witnessing how in the world they fit my (and Joe Beats) song “King of Rock Bottom” in it. I mean- how? Exciting. It is great to know that is was very well received in France and that it is gaining popularity here in the states. Don’t ask how I know but “Us” magazine gave it 5 Stars out of 5 in its newest issue- the one with all the Tiger Woods dramatics on the cover. I do not read “Us” magazine. They said it was “…a lush, insightful film filled with fabulous performances.” There is also a soundtrack to the movie that came out which features myself and Otis Redding. I mean- wow, I saw my name next to Otis Redding and was like- “This is how I am paid”- then forgot that I was broke…but quickly remembered when I went and got my mail.
Other Movies Featuring My Music
Why do I always feel this tiny weirdness saying “MY” music. I mean it is and it isn’t, I don’t know. Well, in keeping with the “Movie and Me” theme, there were two movies that came out in the last couple years that featured music from my former group “The Procussions”. Seemed like the popular track for cinema was our song “Little People” as it was used in both “American Gun” and “Rising Son- The Legend of Skateboarder Christian Hosoi” (which also has a soundtrack). Check em out if you want.
With the sneak release of “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” (promoted only to fans for the time being) I hope it catches the eye’s of Cinema too! I might have a couple things brewing right now…might. Ha.
SIDE NOTE: “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” has not gone out to retail yet. I am still selling copies myself. My own private stash-signed, walked down to the post office, and sent to your address!
SIDE THANK YOU NOTE: THANK YOU to everyone who has been supporting my career! I have been sending a lot of orders out lately even had to pull out a new batch of posters! SO THANK YOU!
Hard copies of my new album “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” are in!
I ordered 1k CDs with lyric booklets and ima sellin um. The first 100 sold come with a signed poster. All hard copies are signed and sent personally by me. Want to know how it goes down? Lemme show you.
FIRST
You order “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” from HERE . I crack open a box (not open a box of crack) grab a C.D. open it up and sign my name on the lyrics sheet. Yep- it comes with the lyrics.
SECOND
I put signed C.D. into an envelope carefully, with care, because I care. Almost romantically.
THIRDLY
I walk to the mailbox and gently place your purchase into its belly …and I mean gently. As gentle as Lionel Richie’s voice in his single “Hello”. I make sure I give an eye brow raise for good luck. Simple.
DON’T FORGET!
The first 100 sold get a signed poster! Yep everything that can be signed will be signed. I like to sign things. It makes me famous. If you want, I can just sign things lying around my apartment and send it to you- as long as it is under 14 cents. To be honest though- I’m pretty sure I just sold near a hundred already- so how about this, I will sign as many posters as I have and we are getting close to done. Remember, only 1k copies have been ordered so far so if you wanum come an getum. Sincerley, I can’t express how much I appriciate your support of my work. I am proud to offer it to you. THANK YOU!
YES! Before it hits itunes, the mom and pops stores, and the not so mom and pops stores, you can purchase my new album directly from me! I am making the digital version of “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” available before its full release on Oct. 1st ! This is for all my friends, family, and fans who have followed this upcoming release since its first peep. A limited run of 1k hard copies have been ordered and should be ready to ship Oct. 1st, but if you can’t wait…here ya go - complete with artwork and lyrics sheet!
I am very proud of this album.
I would like to thank Stro the 89th Key, Benny Cassette, Tara Ellis, Jairu, Albee, Melissa Case and Samy Arbid!
Got a VERY dope remix of “Holding On” from my “brother in arms” last week and I wanted to make it available to everyone. Have a listen AND a download! Pass it to anyone you think might dig it (As I do). Stro did what he does; makes it his, makes it original, and cuts it deep. Be sure to make a visit to Stro’s MYSPACE Check out his Michael Jackson “Off The Wall” flip, crazy!
CONTEST:
If you would like to have a go at remixing my new single “Holding On” you can grab the acapella HERE When finished you can send it to press@mrjmedeiros.com for a chance to win 1 Million dollars OR some publicity on the mrjmedeiros.com board- basically meaning you can get your name out! If you choose the 1 Million dollar option, you will NOT see the money. ENJOY! Check in with me at mrjmedeiros.com as I continue to highlight remixes given to me throughout the week.
Got a VERY dope remix of “Holding On” from B. Rich last week and I wanted to make it available to everyone. Have a listen AND a download! Pass it to anyone you think might dig it (As i do). IMO- It’s fresh, exciting, and lends a whole new type of energy to the single without loosing the songs focus. I have always been a fan of electronic music and all its genre offspring and have had an interest in creating music within it for some time now. This may have peeked that desire- you might want to prepare for some “electronic” side projects- yep. If you are into this sound, make a visit to B. Rich’s myspace and/or WEBSITE grab a listen to some other remixes he has made. I’m a fan of his “La Roux” flip- very dope!
CONTEST:
If you would like to have a go at remixing my new single “Holding On” you can grab the acapella HERE When finished you can send it to press@mrjmedeiros.com for a chance to win 1 Million dollars OR some publicity on the mrjmedeiros.com board- basically meaning you can get your name out! If you choose the 1 Million dollar option, you will NOT see the money. ENJOY! Check in with me at mrjmedeiros.com as I continue to highlight remixes given to me throughout the week.
this month, then will make whats left available to everyone April 1st! The first 20 orders will get a signed poster. I did not order a lot of copies so if you are interested keep an eye out for April- I will spread the word! ALSO, be on the look out for the “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” OFFICIAL release this May- with 3 singles dropping in April. Yes, if your reading this , you might already have the album, (THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!) if so, you can still be a little excited (if you are one to get excited about things) because there will be a couple surprises we will be offering to everyone. In coalition with its official “Friends Enemies Apples Apples” we will be including remixes, extra merchandise, and maybe some NEW music for free! 
0 Comments
