A Story No One Told

WE HAVE MOVED TO ANOTHER LOCATION!!

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:16:00 +0000

We have moved the whole blog over to astorynoonetold.com.

k-os at Drake's 23rd Birthday Party (Photo)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:08:00 +0000

Last Saturday was Drake's 23rd birthday party in Toronto. Here is a photo of k-os and Zebroc. For more photos of the party CLICK HERE.

k-os at Stay Gold Tonight

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:09:00 +0000

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WHO:

Last Gang Records (Presenter)

With DJ sets from George Strombolopolous (CBC), Michael Williams (MuchMusic), Your Boy Brian (More Proof), K-OS (Universal).

WHAT:

A monthly event series where trendsetters from all avenues come out to hit the decks and share their favorite tunes with fans and music lovers alike. Stay Gold gives party-goers the chance to be united with a rare line-up of tastemakers through their love of music, and is a nod to those who stay true to their craft.

WHEN:

The last Thursday of every month.

WHERE:

206 Beverley St (Btwn College & Dundas). A rental hall and a neutral venue.

WHY:

At any given time, there is a multitude of local and international creative talent in Toronto – actors, fashion designers, tv personalities, recording artists, dj’s, producers, you name it.

Our aim is to consistently put together DJ/performance lineups that have never been seen before, and host them in a non-traditional venue with no pre-determined crowd. The common bond between them will be the ethos of the event; they all ‘Stay Gold’.

Shad and Champion Live Recording at Transmission

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:48:00 +0000

"This week's Sessions Podcast featuring the musical stylings of Shad and Champion is the second part of our show recorded live off the floor @ Victoria's Transmission Festival."

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via CBC Radio 3 Blog

Shad Returns To New York City

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:48:00 +0000

Shad (www.shadk.com) is quickly becoming one of Canada’s most respected young artists.
His sophomore record, The Old Prince, was received with top reviews by music critics
across the board, snagging a Juno nomination for Best Rap Recording of the Year and
securing a spot on the coveted Polaris Music Prize short-list. Shad will return to New
York on Wednesday November 4, 2009 to rock a show at Pianos (158 Ludlow).

Completing three national tours in 2008 and performing in 46 cities this summer on the
2009 VANS Warped Tour, Shad has over 200 live shows under his belt and looks most
comfortable when he’s in front of an audience. From the Hillside Music Festival to
Warped Tour to opening for Common and Lupe Fiasco, Shad is able to connect with
music lovers of almost any genre through his remarkable live show.

Shad broke ground with his 2005 independent debut When This is Over, earning praise for
its honest and clever lyrics and its distinct musical aesthetic. His sophomore release, The
Old Prince became an Internet hot-potato, received 10/10 on RapReviews.com, and
equal comparisons to Kanye West and Common on OkayPlayer.com.

Shad’s skillful wordplay and smooth flow on The Old Prince, combined with his engaging
live shows, and four outstanding music videos (The Old Prince Still Lives at Home became
YouTube’s #1 featured video World Wide) have allowed Shad to develop tribes of
devout fans right across the globe.

With two slow-roasting classics under his belt, Shad continues to walk the humble path. He
appreciates the chance to make and share his thoughts through music.

Shad – Live at Pianos:
Wednesday November 4, 2009
Pianos (www.pianosnyc.com)
158 Ludlow St. (at Stanton)
$10 Advanced Tickets, 21+

Said The Whale and Shad: Gentleman Mash Up

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:36:00 +0000

What you have here is a mash-up of Said The Whale, MGMT, Holy F*** and Shad. According to @saidthewhale, this video was a leak. So enjoy it while it's up.

k-os ft. Saukrates: I Wish I Knew Natalie Portman (Trailer)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:07:00 +0000

Earlier today, k-os released a very short trailer, of his newest music video, on Facebook. He stated that the video will be coming "sooooooon."

Now we have another thing to look forward to from k-os!

k-os and Drake: "Faith" Premiered on Flow 93.5 (No Audio)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:49:00 +0000

Yesterday, DJ Starting From Scratch from Flow 93.5 premiered a song that k-os has been talking about recently. The song is called "Faith" by k-os and Drake. Unfortunately, the radio rip of the song has not surfaced, but there has been rumours that someone does have it. On twitter, k-os (@koskhv) replied to @RealFrequency saying that the song was a "real exclusive" and that it "won't be out till Feb next year. "

If you have the radio rip please send it to me at jangalvez(at)fistfulofsound(dot)com.

Shad ft. Jermiside and Destruments: The Calling (Music Video)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 01:57:00 +0000

Via 360 To Nowhere

New Drake and k-os Song this Week

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:37:00 +0000

k-os has currently mentioned on Twitter that his song with Drake, will be coming this week. Keep your eyes and ears open for this one.

Follow k-os at http://twitter.com/koskhv

k-os Rapping at The Bay!

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:57:00 +0000

k-os will go through with his dare on Monday, October 19th. Here is the sneak peak of him rapping at the Bay!

"Rapper k-os goes back to work in The Bay's toy department for his dare, as part of A Dare to Remember, a nationwide challenge to raise money for AIDS in Africa for the Stephen Lewis Foundation."

Vote for Shad! CBC Radio 2'S GREAT CANADIAN SONG QUEST

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:00:00 +0000

CBC Radio 2, Canada's national music network, today reveals a blockbuster list of 65 Canadian singer-songwriters vying for the chance to immortalize Canadians' favourite places in song in the GREAT CANADIAN SONG QUEST. It's now up to Canadians to choose the artists and pick the spots to be forever commemorated in Canada's songbook.

Voters have from today until Friday, Oct. 23, at 12 a.m. ET, to choose from a shortlist of the most popular places from each province and territory, and the artists they'd like to see create the song for those locations, by visiting http://www.cbc.ca/radio2/songquest/. Once voting closes, the final 13 artists have four weeks to compose and record an original song, inspired by the most popular Canadian location from their province or territory.

"We can't wait to see the final list of locations and artists chosen by Canadians," said Mark Steinmetz, director of music programming, CBC Radio. "By inspiring these artists with Canada's special locales, we will create a distinctly Canadian playlist. This initiative is a great way for Canadians to share their collective passion for music and our country."

The GREAT CANADIAN SONG QUEST's artist line up was selected from Radio 2's playlist, and includes musicians representing Canada's regions and celebrated sounds. From musical icons to emerging stars, Canadians will choose from a vast range of styles-from urban beat and home-grown folk, to rich and nuanced world music. Artist bios and a selection of their work can be found at the Song Quest website through http://www.cbc.ca/radio2/songquest/.

The location short list is a result of the nominations submitted by Canadians over the past two weeks, through the GREAT CANADIAN SONG QUEST website, campaign-style blogs, Tweets and Facebook comments, and photo and video postings.

A full list of the 65 singer-songwriters participating in the GREAT CANADIAN SONG QUEST and short listed locations follows as an appendix.

CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada's national public broadcaster, and one of its largest cultural institutions. With 28 services offered on Radio, Television, the Internet, satellite radio, digital audio, as well as through its record and music distribution service and wireless WAP and SMS messaging services, CBC/Radio-Canada is available how, where, and when Canadians want it.

Via CNW Group

Drake and k-os Collaboration?

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:37:00 +0000

According to K-OS’s Twitter, it seems that the two Canadian artists may have teamed up recently to work on a song together. Drake has stated in interviews that K-OS is one of his biggest musical influences and K-OS has put his support behind the rising superstar as well, so it wouldn’t be surprising if they have indeed worked together or plan to. It’s about time the U.S. becomes more familiar with the musical talents of K-OS.

Via WEDOITRIGHTMAG

k-os Played Monopoly with Real Money

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:20:00 +0000

If there's one core event at Nuit Blanche, a single signifying gesture indicating the collective mojo of the dusk-to-dawn art crawl and its 280 or so artists, it's found at Monopoly with Real Money (2009) by Iain Baxter&.

A swanky big money/big ego setting is provided for 30-plus local celebrities – urban studies theorist Richard Florida, rapper K-OS and model Yasmin Warsame, to name a few – who are taking part in six two-hour Monopoly games in the gallery of the TMX Broadcast Centre (the Exchange Tower, 130 King St. W.). Real Canadian currency will take the place of Monopoly money, should some spectators not notice the difference.

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Shad: The Boogeyman - The Burn (Audio Download)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 22:01:00 +0000

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The Burn September 29th 2009

Blake Carrington feat. Rich Kidd & Kemikal – Everybody’s Watching
Mason Payne – DOTP
Drake feat. Kanye West, Lil Wayne & Eminem – Forever
Ian Kamau feat. The Real Voyce – Can’t Make You Love Me
K-os feat. Saukrates & Nelly Furtado – I Wish I Knew Natalie Portman
Shad K – Compromise
Shad K – Get Up
The Fugees – How Many Mics
NERD – Am I High
J Davey feat. Euclid – La La Land
Coyote feat. Rich Kidd – Me & You

via shadk.com

Shad @ The Transmission Festival (Audio)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 22:21:00 +0000

The Transmission Festival was broadcast LIVE last night on CBC Radio 3 and it was hot! Some great dancing was to be had in Victoria as well as in living rooms across the country.

via CBC Radio 3

Shad K @ The Observatory (Photos)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:05:00 +0000

MORE PHOTOS HERE

While we showed up at different times, it didn’t take long for me and Vlad to find ourselves on the same page. The goal seemed pretty simple: Find a good setting, grab Shad and take some pictures. Not so. The Observatory is notoriously hard on photographers, and has been since I went to J school at Algonquin some years back. I’m not sure why, but they won’t let you shoot in there for any worthwhile period of time. So, of course, someone in the place, who Vlad reports looked like Peter Jackson (pre-gastric bypass surgery), got into Vlad for being too liberal with his camera and, as such, we were forced to take our party elsewhere. It was something of a headache pulling Shad out of his dressing room, bringing him back to the gig and then being told that we had to go somewhere else to take the shots we were after. But long story short: We went back to the room, set up, and were finished within minutes. As Shad is a post-graduate student working towards his MA in liberal studies, we thought it would be cool to set him up at a white board, looking like he was teaching a class. The end result? You tell us. The shots are posted and we definitely hope you enjoy them as much as we do. Talk to ya soon!

via captivatethem.ca

k-os Takes a Dare

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:00:00 +0000

I'm doing a Dare for the Stephen Lewis Foundation!

During the week of October 17-25, I will return to work a shift as a salesperson in the toy department of a major department store... which was my first job as a teenager in Whitby!

But only if I raise $3,000.

The money will go directly to African grandmothers, children, and women – ordinary people who are doing extraordinary things to turn the tide of AIDS in Africa.

To donate online now, please select a donation amount from the "Sponsor Me" section of this page. It’s simple, fast and totally secure and will make such a difference to the incredible men and women transforming lives and restoring hope to communities in Africa.

So please dig deep and donate now.

Thank you!

PLEDGE NOW!

Hey Ocean!: The Live Sessions @ The Chan Centre (Videos)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:43:00 +0000

Alleyways

A Song About California

Shad ft. Jermiside and Destruments: The Calling (Audio)

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 05:57:00 +0000

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The Calling by Shad K feat Jermiside & Destruments off Danny Diggs‘ “Introducing” EP!

via TRF

UPTOWN THURSDAYS Present Shad with the Extremities

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:27:00 +0000

UPTOWN THURSDAYS Present

SHAD
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Canadian rapper Shad (Shadrach Kabango) exploded on the scene recently with both Polaris Music Prize and Juno Award nomnations for his sophomore effort The Old Prince.

Shad’s lyrical ability and smooth style have found him a fan in Chicago’s Common, with whom he has many similarities (he also considers Common one of the guiding forces in creating his approach to Hip Hop). The two emcees share a deep spirituality in their writing as well as a heavy interest in jazzy neo-soul. Before you can say “Emo Rap” though, Shad beats you to the punch in “Out of Love, Pt. 2” in which he parodies himself as a Vegan-eating, The Notebook-watching romantic. While he may make fun of himself a little for some D’Angelo-esque crooning, Shad seems unapologetic about the lack of “hardness” in his rhymes. And he should be. While some starry eyed “soft” rappers may have weak flow, Shad’s rhythm is as tight as a metronome. He may be an amorous dreamer who still lives with his parents, but there is nothing juvenile about his lyrics and delivery. The Old Prince may not be that old yet, but he already sounds like he has perfected his art.

Extremities
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For two founding members of the Halifax-based hiphop crew Backburner, Fester and Kils sure do have their work cut out for them. Crafting soul-drenched beats and cuts for Backburner affiliates More Or Les, Jay Bizzy, Wordburglar, Toolshed and Jesse Dangerously, and balancing engineering/production duties at CBC Radio, Fester’s become a veritable army of one behind decks of all shapes and sizes. While Kils’ freelancing the industry entrenched waters of Toronto has earned him stints with SoulClap Universal and EMI Publishing, including studio work with Ali Shaheed Muhammad (of A Tribe Called Quest), Fabulous, Sizzla, and Brassmunk among others. As the Extremities, this duo brings a unique blend of jazz, soul and hiphop to the stage, combining both live recordings, gnarly VST’s, and dusty sample-laden beats. Their skills are heavily flexed on their upcoming debut record “_________”, which began as a remix project for CBC Jazz Radio of the recently released “Tonic”, featuring Canadian jazz giant, Doug Riley among others. With nods from both the jazz and hiphop communities at large, The Extremities are poised for a Canadian sound system takeover. You’ve been warned…
http://www.myspace.com/theextremitiesmusic

8.00 advance
https://ww4.ticketpro.ca/achat_TPT17IS09.html?lang=en
Or visit any of your local ticketpro locations:
- Alderney Landing Theatre (Dartmouth, NS)
- Ali's Northside Café (Halifax, NS)
- CD Heaven (Dartmouth, NS)
- Duly Noted Publishing (Halifax, NS)
- Greenlyph Computers (Halifax, NS)
- Halifax Forum (Halifax, NS)
- Linda’s Café & Variety Store (Dartmouth, NS)
- Newsbreak Cafe & News Stand - Ilsley (Dartmouth, NS)
- PSP Information Kiosk | Canadian Forces Base Halifax
(Halifax, NS)
- United Bookstore - Halifax (Halifax, NS)

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Ten Things k-os Can't Live Without by Amy Verner

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 17:35:00 +0000

Ten things the self-described “neo-crossover rap ’n’ roller” can’t live without By Amy Verner

1. My go-to guide
The Origins of Virtue, by Matt Ridley, is a book about evolution, morality and the idea that we take a lot of our behaviour from the animal kingdom. A band is like a gang, and I found Ridley’s book taught me a lot about co-operation. I give it to friends starting businesses, so I keep having to buy it.

2. My Magic Bullet blender
My bandmates and I are trying to be a bit healthier on tour, so I bought this great little blender. Not all of the concoctions we mix are healthy, though. Our favourite drink is gin and Greens Plus, a nutrition supplement.

3. Dalpuri
Caribbean Roti Palace (744 Bathurst St., 416-533-7466) has the best dalpuri in the city, hands down. It’s roti with yellow split peas, and it’s soft and amazing and only $2. I eat it “buss-up-shut,” which is a Trinidadian way of saying you want the roti shredded, with curry on the side.

4. My pencil
I always roll with a Staedtler HB. I had been writing rhymes on my computer and my BlackBerry, but some rappers and poets I know thought that was weird. So I bought some pencils at Curry’s Art Store on Queen. Now when I write out rhymes, there’s a sacredness to them; it’s more kabbalistic.

5. That ’70s Show
I watch it all the time. I appreciate the music and how defined the characters are. I think people chase the generations they were too young to experience. I was born in 1972, so for me, it was the ’70s.

6. My Levi’s jean jacket
I’ve had it for four years. Sometimes I’ll be in a cab heading out for the night, and I have to turn around so I can go back and throw it on.

7. My instruments
I have guitars and crazy drum machines. Everything’s in my bedroom at my condo, near Richmond and Portland. When I was writing Yes!, my new album, I’d get out of bed, watch TV, see something that disturbed me or that I really liked, and then just use my home studio.

8. The Bible
It’s the New World translation, which is the Jehovah’s Witness Bible. My father gave it to me, and I always take it on trips.

9. Musical inspiration
When I’m making a record, I listen to The Low End Theory by A Tribe Called Quest. I love the well-groomed, street corner call-and-response style on that album. It’s vulnerable, yet still Brooklyn B-boy to the bone.

10. Brut aftershave
It reminds me of my uncles, Lennox and Winston. When I was a kid, Uncle Winston would give me his keys and let me start the car and pretend to drive. So I started rocking it. I think I associate it with manhood.

Ian Kamau: September Nine Mixtape Volume Two

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 19:36:00 +0000

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First and foremost, HAPPY BIRTHDAY Ian Kamau. Ian was featured in the outro of Shad's "The Old Prince." Today, he released his "September Nine Mixtape Volume Two." Very fitting being his 30th birthday and a very rare event where the date numbers, 09/09/09, line up. He wished to drop an album this day, but was unable to. So check out these mixtapes for the meantime.

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New k-os Tour Dates

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 02:49:00 +0000

September 14, 2009
TIFF Party
Cheval
606 King Street West
Toronto, ON

September 25, 2009
Rifflandia Music Festival
UVic Sub, Victoria, BC
11:30 PM

September 27, 2009
Rifflandia Music Festival
Element
919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC
11:30 PM

Pump It Up with k-os

noreply@blogger.com (JanGalvez) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:21:00 +0000

Think you have Canada's loudest students?

Prove it and you could see K-OS in concert.

TD Canada Trust is bringing K-OS to play for 3 groups of Canadian students - one in the East, one in Central Canada and one in the West. If you want the students from your school to be among the winners of this TD Canada Trust Music Experience, you need to vote. Every time someone from your school votes with their cheer, it could push the volume louder and past the students from other universities and colleges in your region.

Plus you could win a VIP concert package, which includes tickets to the show, swag and more.
So vote for the students of your school, and tell your classmates that if they want to see the show,
you need to hear their cheer.

VOTE FOR YOUR SCHOOL

A Story No One Told

WE HAVE MOVED TO ANOTHER LOCATION!!

k-os at Drake's 23rd Birthday Party (Photo)

k-os at Stay Gold Tonight

Shad and Champion Live Recording at Transmission

Shad Returns To New York City

Said The Whale and Shad: Gentleman Mash Up

k-os ft. Saukrates: I Wish I Knew Natalie Portman (Trailer)

k-os and Drake: "Faith" Premiered on Flow 93.5 (No Audio)

Shad ft. Jermiside and Destruments: The Calling (Music Video)

New Drake and k-os Song this Week

k-os Rapping at The Bay!

Vote for Shad! CBC Radio 2'S GREAT CANADIAN SONG QUEST

Drake and k-os Collaboration?

k-os Played Monopoly with Real Money

Shad: The Boogeyman - The Burn (Audio Download)

Shad @ The Transmission Festival (Audio)

Shad K @ The Observatory (Photos)

k-os Takes a Dare

Hey Ocean!: The Live Sessions @ The Chan Centre (Videos)

Shad ft. Jermiside and Destruments: The Calling (Audio)

UPTOWN THURSDAYS Present Shad with the Extremities

Ten Things k-os Can't Live Without by Amy Verner

Ian Kamau: September Nine Mixtape Volume Two

New k-os Tour Dates

Pump It Up with k-os

Think you have Canada's loudest students?

Prove it and you could see K-OS in concert.