Classic Hip-Hop Artist CL Smooth Inks Deal |
Written by Robert ID1500 |
Tuesday, 07 June 2005 04:44 |
Shaman Work Recordings presents the return of hip-hop rap artist C.L. Smooth as their most recent signing. Adding C.L. to the roster shows the continued commitment to diversity, creativity and quality Shaman Work has brought to the music community. CL Smooth is known for his work with Pete Rock (producer/DJ) and they emerged together in 1992 as both a powerhouse performance duo and as prolific producers. They made many hip-hop classics together. And now C.L. Smooth has returned. Shaman Work's diverse roster includes such artists as hip-hop duo Sol Uprising, Scienz of Life, MF DOOM, Ta''Raach, KMD, Wale Oyejide (AKA Science Fiction), Divine Mind, B.I., Finale, Bandwidth and Misters. C.L. Smooth has not wasted any time by hitting the studio to unleash his ideas for the new project. He is an excellent addition to the Shaman Work Recordings Family. C.L. Smooth is one of those artists who has gained respect and has become a legend in the hip hop community by simply following his heart and letting his lyrical flow on the mic speak for itself. The result has been solid, innovative material that can stand on its own. “I just thank Shaman Work for having the vision of me coming on to do this solo record. The EP is just the beginning; we have a lot more in store." (C.L. Smooth on the new deal with Shaman Work and the new EP) C.L. Smooth has just started working on his latest solo project with Shaman Work Recordings but fruits of this project will be hitting the streets soon. The yet to be titled project will spawn a few hot releases. The first single, with production by Arsonist (Heatmakerz) and Mike Lowe, will drop as early as July as well as a mix CD. Expect to see an EP of C.L. Smooth’s project in the fall that will be packaged with a special DVD including interviews, tour/show footage, and other exclusives. All of these releases lead up to the unveiling of the already widely talked about full-length album that will drop in 2006. Nick Taylor (C.L.'s manager) on C.L. Smooth's return…"It's incredible... Definitely worth the wait." As Shaman Work continues to build their roster around all genres of music and continues to reveal solid releases, it’s not surprising that they are becoming a mainstay in the entertainment industry. For more information visit:
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