RELEASED TODAY: Skiggy Rapz – “Talk To You Soon”

Beats Broke is proud to officially release
Skiggy Rapz – “Talk To You Soon” today!

Skiggy Rapz drops his new single “Talk To You Soon” today on Beats Broke for only 99 cents. The track will appear on the forthcoming Bang To The Boogie full-length.

“The single “Talk To You Soon” sounds like John Mayer walked into the studio and put his vibes into the cut.” — Rock The Dub

In celebration of the new single, Beats Broke is offering Skiggy Rapz’ Bang to the Boogie EP on CD for $5 with the discount code “LOVE” (valid through midnight on Valentine’s Day – February 14, 2010).

In case you’ve been sleeping, let me rehash some of Skiggy Rapz’ vital stats:
- he opened for Kanye West
- he won “The Grand Prize,” an annual award given to the best Dutch artist
- he co-produced “Slaap Lekker,” a number one single in Holland by Diggy Dex (feat. Eva de Roovere)

In other words…he ain’t no chump! Cop the new single on iTunes for under a buck.

Inf – The Go Round: Best of Everywhere

Inf has been tearing it up all over the place with his debut instrumental full-length The Go Round. Here are the highlights of the past couple months:

Inf Invades Columbia

The title track, “The Go Round,” was featured in the trailer for a Colombian graffiti documentary entitled Bogotá Todo El Día. We’re itching to gets our hands a copy of the DVD to see how the music was used in the film.

Austin Interview + Best of 2009

The Backline Show was kind enough to reach out to Inf and do a nice feature on him. In return, he nerded out and took some pictures of his studio, showing off his 8 trillion vintage keyboards. We feel sorry for his wives; that’s a lot of keys to dust!

Josh Sheperd also tapped Inf with his best of 2009 list on the Backline Show. Boom! Not bad for a lone Dutchman in a sea of notable Austin albums. Josh had this to say about the record:

“I found this album flipping through CDs at End of an Ear. It was a total chance I took. Most listeners know me as a Dilla disciple. I like that organic, creative, sonically colorful hip hop beat. Inf did just that this year with The Go Round. This is an amazing album with just a good smooth, solid, understated sound. If you want to know more about the album and the artist, read up on Inf with the Q and A on Time to B.S.”

The Go Round – Best of 2009

Finally, we’ve all got Kool Aid smiles when we discovered The Go Round made a best of 2009 list. James B. Eldred of Big Shot Magazine declared Inf one of his ten “Big Shots” who owned his ears last year. Other notables who made the cut are Royksopp, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Dan Deacon and The Prodigy. Here’s what he had to say:

“It’s not often that a breaks album has mainstream appeal, but this debut record by Dutch producer Inf should. Big-beat loops and haunting vocals are paired up with funky rhythms and groovy horns samples, creating a funky feeling that sounds like it came right out of the late-’60s but still modern at the same time.”

Vote Beats Broke – Best Austin Label

Vote for Beats Broke as the best “Local Label” (very last category) in the 2009-10 Austin Chronicle Music Poll.

We got 2nd place last year, and this year we’re gunning for 1st.

Deadline is Friday, January 29th. Winners announced during SXSW. Lookout!

Thanks,
-Ryan

Eefje Wins Dutch Grand Prize!

We’re proud to announce that Eefje (Skiggy Rapz’ girlfriend) won ‘De Grote Prijs van Nederland‘ in the singer/songwriter category. Congratulations Eefy…we’re so proud of you!

Skiggy won the hip-hop/r&b category a few years back, making them the first Grand Prize couple of Holland. If you two ever have children, I’m putting money on them winning in 2032.

We’re expecting great things from you, Eefje. You are a master melody maker, and we’re completely envious. Here’s to your future!

Eefje – “Hartslag”

www.myspace.com/eefjemusic

Hip-Hop Lives in Utrecht (Hiphopleeft.nl feature)

The hip-hop artists of Holland are known for their hippie-like work ethics, cross-collaborations, and unexpected pairings. Hip-hop is evolving, and the epicenter of the blast lies in Utrecht.

Hiphopleeft.nl recently ran an extensive feature on Utrecht’s scene, how it began, and where it’s headed. I even got in on some cross-continental interview action. Boom!

If you English speakers need help on the Dutch, check freetranslation.com.

Poem: Vinyl Ups And Downs

VINYL UPS AND DOWNS

Everyone used to love vinyl.
Then everyone hated vinyl.
Now everyone loves vinyl again.
But in the very near future
Everyone will hate vinyl
Again.

(December 2009)
- LMNOP.com

Skiggy Rapz covers Snow’s “Informer” on 3FM

Let’s face it, 3FM (Dutch Radio) is in love with Skiggy Rapz. They can’t get enough my man! He’s ripped Bang To The Boogie tracks live on air, destroyed a Coldplay / Killers medley, and now he’s doing the impossible…a perfect rendition of Snow’s “Informer.” A licky boom boom down!

Purchase Skiggy Rapz’ Bang To The Boogie EP today for only $8.99, or cop it on iTunes for only $5.99.

Stalk Inf on Twitter

Mr. Sarcasm, a.k.a. Inf, is now on Twitter. He felt it was the most convenient forum for his groupies to stalk his every move. Stated Inf, “My wives refuse to dust and organize my records. I think I can dig up some dark-skinned ‘interns’ on Twitter.”

Just be sure when you solicit him, it’s in 140 characters or less:
http://twitter.com/infonetic

P.S. – The first 10 people to follow Inf on Twitter will receive a free digital copy of his album The Go Round. Just send him a tweet that says, “Smee Again!” and he’ll get you hooked up.

Pax & Pry – “B(ack) Again” Music Video

Pax & Pry pull another trick outta their collective sleeve with this new video for “B(ack) Again.” The track is off their debut album A Day at the Office, which had a limited pressing of 300 vinyl units. All the records are hand-numbered in the Netherlands with love, and I have a handful left of the import for only $14.99. Buy it while you still can!

Pax & Pry – “B(ack) Again”

Skiggy Rapz & Inf – Press Reviews

Skiggy Rapz and Inf have been tearing up the press circuit with their latest albums. Here’s what a few of the critics are saying:

Inf – “The Go Round”

$9.99 MP3 – $11.99 CD – iTunes

“A brief but spectacular instrumental hip-hop record that recalls DJ Shadow, Madlib and RJD2 at their best.”
— Treble

“I haven’t heard stuff this good since the heyday of RJD2.”
— Aiding & Abetting

“Soundtrack for summer anyone.”
— Losing Today

Skiggy Rapz -
“Bang To The Boogie EP”

$7.99 MP3 – $8.99 CD – iTunes

“Skiggy has crafted an EP worth hearing not just by open-minded hip-hop heads but fans of music in general. His blending of genres, up-beat rhythms, and sing-along hooks are sure to catch the attention of listeners the world over.”
— Potholes In My Blog

“the Netherlands answer to the Beastie Boys”
— Smother Magazine

“This is by far the best album of 2009 to date”
— D-Mitch