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Q-TIP READIES 'THE RENAISSANCE': November 4th release his first since 1999.
*Grammy award winning hip-hop pioneer Q-Tip is set to release his highly anticipated new album The Renaissance (Universal Motown) on November 4th. His first release since 1999's acclaimed solo debut Amplified, The Renaissance is a versatile portrayal of a pivotal, multi-talented artist at the top of his game. Q-Tip, handling productions duties, taps into a unique sound combining live instrumentation and samples that is pure hip-hop.
Since launching his career with the groundbreaking group A Tribe Called Quest, Q-Tip has grown into a virtual icon and fixture of all that is cutting edge and relevant in pop culture - film, politics, art and music. His personality and creativity is a magnet that connects him with some of the most respected artists and thinkers across all walks of life. This creative dynamism has a profound impact on his musings which result in one of the strongest hip-hop releases this year.
Q-Tip states, "This album is part of a reawakening. For me it was a journey through a musical and cultural rebirth, hence the title. The Renaissance is an album inspired by a new era of vigor, musical expression and of a palpable new movement of time when the youth is ushering in new hopes and ideas without the restriction of boundaries. The Renaissance is the first album of a series I will be creating in this remarkable time of new awakenings."
The lead single from The Renaissance- "Gettin' Up"- is reminiscent of the cerebral wordplay, socially conscious themes and fusion of genre-bending influences that established Q-Tip as a key innovator in the world of music. Check out the video here.
Revered by peers in and outside of hip-hop's tremendous orbit, Q-Tip has tapped the vocal talents of some of the industry's best. Norah Jones can be heard on "Life is Better" - a tribute to hip-hip history makers from Kool Herc to J Dilla. Two of soul's finest, D'Angelo and Raphael Saadiq, are featured on the tracks "Fight/Love" and "Believe" respectively. Q-Tip is also joined by hip-hop poet and vocalist Amanda Diva on "ManWomanBoogie."
In anticipation of The Renaissance, Q-Tip will be making several special appearances:
- On Monday, September 29th, he takes to the stage at the Knitting Factory in New York City for a free show. To RSVP, text QTIP to 66937.
- Q-Tip, alongside Rich Medina, hits the decks at Santos Party House in New York City every Friday. The duo spins a diverse mix of classic and new hip-hop, soul, funk, dancefloor bangers and more.
- Q-Tip joins an amazing lineup of artists performing at the annual VH1 Hip Hop Honors. The show airs Monday, October 6th.
- Q-Tip keeps the discussion of hip-hop and other topics flowing with Town Hall style meetings in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Atlanta (details TBA) as well as being a panel participant at this year's CMJ Music Marathon.
- On Wednesday, October 29th, he performs at the New York Knicks opening game. Q-Tip recently recorded his own version of the "Go New York Go" anthem, which will be heard throughout the season.
- Q-Tip makes his first national TV appearance in support of The Renaissance on the Late Show with David Letterman on November 6th.
Q-Tip on MySpace
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Source:
Ben-David Fenwick @ The Catalyst Group
bd@catalystgroupsite.com
Leyla Turkkan @ The Catalyst Group
leyla@catalystgroupsite.com
Phylicia Fant @ Universal Motown
phylicia.fant@umusic.com
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