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Win tickets to see The Foreign Exchange LIVE in Chicago! (via SoulBounce)
Enter now for your chance to win tickets to see The Foreign Exchange LIVE at the Double Door in Chicago, courtesy of our good friends at SoulBounce!
Source: SoulBounce
· By Butta
Chicago Bouncers, I know that it seems like NYC and DC have all the free giveaway fun, but don't say that we don't have love for y'all with this latest giveaway to see The Foreign Exchange hot on the heels of last week's Bilal bounty. The FE crew will breeze through the Windy City on Thursday, April 15th, and, in the event that Uncle Sam sticks you for your income tax papers, we're hooking up two lucky Bouncers with a pair of tickets each to see one of the best live shows on the road right now. Phonte, Nicolay, Darien Brockington, Zo!, The Els and the first lady of The Foreign Exchange, YahZarah, will do it to it at the Double Door, and tickets are currently available for the bargain price of $22 in advance online or at the DD box office.
Click here to enter the SoulBounce & The Foreign Exchange Chicago Concert Ticket Giveaway
in: PAST SHOWS
YahZarah at Peachez Cafe & Lounge, Upper Marlboro MD | Apr 10, 2010
YahZarah LIVE in Upper Marlboro MD at Peachez Cafe & Lounge
Critically acclaimed R&B vocalist YahZarah returns to the DMV area
Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 7:00 PM
Peachez Cafe & Lounge, 5010 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro MD 20772 | (301) 780-3467
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The Foreign Exchange at The Masquerade, Atlanta GA | May 21, 2010
The Foreign Exchange announce their long-awaited return to Atlanta after an absence of well over a year! Tickets are on sale now at The Masquerade's box office and online. All ages.
Jazz 91.9 WCLK & +FE Music presentThe Foreign Exchange with YahZarah, Darien Brockington, Zo! and live band
Sounds by: DJ Salah Ananse | DJ Kwest On (Chicago)
Hosted by: Jamal Ahmad (of WCLK)
Friday, May 21, 2010 at 8:00 PM
The Masquerade, 695 N Ave NE, Atlanta GA 30308 | (404) 577-8178
in: Releases
SunStorm
"SunStorm" is the latest album from Detroit-area born, DC-area based producer/multi-instrumentalist Zo!
Best known for his 2008 collaboration with Phonte on the cult classic "Zo and Tigallo Love the 80's" as well as his work on The Foreign Exchange's Grammy-nominated LP, "Leave It All Behind," 'SunStorm" is an extensive 12-track set that shows the ever-expanding range and depth of Zo! and the entire Foreign Exchange Music family.
Indie soul siren and American Idol vocalist Sy Smith serves up a slice of 70's soul on the breezy "Greatest Weapon Of All Time," and Lady Alma, a Philly veteran and stalwart of the UK house scene, takes it to the dance floor on the frenetic "Free Your Mind." The album's lead single, "This Could Be The Night," features Darien Brockington, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Eric Roberson, and Rapper Big Pooh of Little Brother over a thumping two-step groove specifically intended for the 'steppers' of Zo's native Detroit. Another highlight is the Phonte-assisted "Flight Of The Blackbyrd," Zo's heartfelt homage to the 70's jazz/funk fusion of The Mizell Bros. and George Duke.
in: UPCOMING SHOWS
The Foreign Exchange at The Soul Picnic, Cary NC | Jul 31, 2010
The Foreign Exchange with YahZarah, Darien Brockington, Zo! and live band
Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 2:00 PM
Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary NC, 27518 | (919) 462-2052
in: Interviews
Phonte Talks Little Brother, 9th Wonder and The Foreign Exchange (via Soul Sessions blog)
Source: Soul Sessions blog
· By Krysten Hughes
In January Little Brother announced that the upcoming LP, Leftback, will be their final album. I was too salty when I found out! Anyone that knows me knows that I have always been the biggest Little Brother supporter. The North Carolina duo had me at The Listening with songs like "Speed", "Whatever You Say" and "The Get-Up". To this day Phonte and Rapper Big Pooh (and even 9th Wonder who exited) remain one of my favorite groups in Hip Hop... ever.
I was able to catch up with Phonte and talk about Little Brother's retirement, get the truth about why 9th Wonder bounced, and find out what's next for the Grammy nominated Foreign Exchange.
Continue reading Phonte Talks Little Brother, 9th Wonder and The Foreign Exchange (via Soul Sessions blog)
in: Podcasts
Gordon Gartrell Radio Episode 17
In this episode Phonte breaks the myth of sexism in the music industry, explains why he's 'old and over it' in regards to discussing hip-hop, and why bad music is like gay porn.
Source: Gordon Gartrell Radio
in: Press
YahZarah wants to know ''Why Dontcha Call Me No More'' (via Soulbounce)
Source: Soulbounce
· By Butta
There aren't enough superlatives to describe how much I am loving YahZarah's first single from her highly-anticipated The Ballad of Purple Saint James. "Why Dontcha Call Me No More" goes in from beginning to end. YahZarah belts out a hate letter to her ex on this new soul wave jam. This song is a bucket of cold water on her old flame. She doesn't wish him well. She wants him to feel the same pain he caused her. She's effectively giving him the second half of a peace sign. Produced by The Foreign Exchange, Nicolay's signature keys can be heard on the track with Phonte holding it down lovely on handclaps and tambourine. Lil Jon Roberts beats the hell out of the drums like they owe him money, labelmate Zo! does his thing on the bass and Chris Boerner works some serious magic on electric guitar. That impressive list of contributors aside, YahZarah is the focal point here--and all eyes and ears are trained on her. If this song is any indication, then The Ballad of Purple Saint James is going to be one of this year's best. 2010 just got a lot more interesting. in: Music
YahZarah's new single ''Why Dontcha Call Me No More'' | FREE Download
Friends and Family,
Nic and I are proud to present the debut single from YahZarah's "The Ballad of Purple St. James" LP.
Working on this album cost us a lot of time and effort (and damn near cost me a kidney....lol), but I can't think of any single person whose humility and raw talent deserves it more. For those of you who want a casual listen, feel free to stream the single from our +FE Music player. For those who want to own the single and help spread the word, feel free to download the entire package, which includes the mp3, the single artwork, and various tools to use on twitter and other social networks.
We sincerely thank all of you for your support, and as always, thank you for listening.
Peace,
'Te and Nic
"WHY DONTCHA CALL ME NO MORE'' [right click and save to download ZIP file]
Music: Nicolay
Lyrics: YahZarah and Phonte Coleman
All vocals: YahZarah
Keys and acoustic guitar: Nicolay
Drums: Lil' John Roberts
Bass: Zo!
Electric guitar: Chris Boerner
Handclaps and tambourine: YahZarah and Phonte
Produced by Nicolay and Phonte for The Foreign Exchange Music
Continue reading YahZarah's new single ''Why Dontcha Call Me No More'' | FREE Download
in: PAST SHOWS
The Foreign Exchange at The 'Sco, Oberlin OH | Apr 13, 2010
Come see The Foreign Exchange at the student run bar & night club The 'Sco on Oberlin College's campus. This event is open to the public.
The Foreign Exchange with YahZarah, Darien Brockington, Zo! and live band
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 10:00 PM
The 'Sco, 135 W Lorain St Oberlin, OH 44074 | (440) 775-8471
in: Releases
The Ballad Of Purple Saint James
Critically acclaimed R&B vocalist YahZarah returns with her long-awaited album "The Ballad of Purple Saint James". The 13-track set, overseen by Grammy-nominated production duo Nicolay and Phonte of The Foreign Exchange, represents her brightest, most complete work to date.
"It feels good to put our combined talents, efforts, and resources behind an artist that so deserves to be heard," says Nicolay. "I couldn't be more proud of The Ballad..."YahZarah, a singer-songwriter who first made her mark as a background singer for Erykah Badu, has spent the past few years touring in support of her albums "Hear Me" (2001), "Blackstar" (2003), and 2008's "The Prelude." She worked on "The Ballad..." independently for a number of years before reaching out to Phonte (a longtime friend and fellow NC Central music student), and finally selecting +FE Music as her label home.
Continue reading The Ballad Of Purple Saint James
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YahZarah's Album Release Party at Liv Nightclub, Washington DC | May 8, 2010
YahZarah LIVE in Washington DC at Liv Nightclub! Tickets are available online.
The Ballad of Purple Saint James Album Release PartyYahZarah will perform live at Liv Nightclub in celebration of her album release. Also performing: Darien Brockington. Hosted by Phonte of The Foreign Exchange
Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Liv Nightclub, 2001 11th St, NW, Washington DC 20001 (202) 299-0800
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The Foreign Exchange at The 8x10, Baltimore MD | Jun 4, 2010
The Foreign Exchange family is will back to Bmore! Tickets on sale now. The 8x10 is a 21+ venue.
Gypsy Soul presents The Foreign Exchange with YahZarah, Darien Brockington, Zo! and live band
Friday, June 4, 2010 at 8:00 PM
The 8x10, 10 East Cross Street Baltimore, MD 21230 | (410) 625-2000
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YahZarah at The Shrine, Chicago IL | Mar 17, 2010
YahZarah LIVE in Chicago at The Shrine! Tickets are on sale now at the The Shrine's box office and online. The Shrine is a 21+ venue.
Jazz Funk presents YahZarah with special guest CHINAHBLAC. Backed by Verzatile. With DJ Ron Trent.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 9:00 PM
The Shrine, 2109 South Wabash Avenue Chicago, IL 60616-1781 (312) 753-5700
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Underground Artists Strike A Pose During 2010 Grammy Week (via Sub Centric blog)
More photos from The Foreign Exchange's Grammy week!
Source: Sub Centric blog
· By Norman Mayers
While major artists like Beyonce may grab all the headlines during the Grammys, it is a still a time for buzz-worthy and up and coming talent to network and show what they've got. Photographer Kawai Matthews of Air Philosophy, a true supporter of the underground soul movement, managed to snap some gorgeous photos of 2010's crop of Urban Alternative nominees (along with some future nominees) at this year's KCRW Pre-Grammy Brunch hosted by radio personality Garth Trinidad.Continue reading Underground Artists Strike A Pose During 2010 Grammy Week (via Sub Centric blog)