Posts Tagged ‘Organized Noize’
Goodie Mob continues fight for equality and community relevance on new album
This month marks the 25th anniversary of Goodie Mob‘s seminal hip-hop album Soul Food. Among a plethora of other things, the project was an announcement that the South was more than bounce and Miami bass. When the album dropped Nov. 7, 1995, we were introduced to a quartet of young Black men, ready, willing and…
Read MoreOrganized Noize shares how Atlanta became the new hip-hop mecca
When Rico Wade, Ray Murray and Sleepy Brown — collectively known as Organized Noize — decided to embark on a journey in music in the early 1990s, a music scene barely existed in Atlanta. Overshadowed by hip-hop artists in New York and, at times, Los Angeles, Atlanta artists often failed to achieve national attention. However,…
Read MoreRick Ross and Nipsey Hussle join Craft Syndicate by Dutch Masters
Are you an aspiring artist waiting on a chance to work with some of the hottest artists and producers in the game? Well, Craft Syndicate by Dutch Masters is looking for you. Craft Syndicate has teamed with some true star power in the music industry for the 5th edition of their mentorship and collaboration competition.…
Read Morev: Music exec Kawan ‘KP’ Prather on being a master of his craft
Dungeon Family legend, record executive and Craft Syndicate judge Kawan Prather tells rolling out what it takes to be a master of his craft.
Read MoreJoi talks authenticity, Organized Noize and being a muse
Joi is original in the midst of clones and after a career that spans over two decades you can see clear elements of her influence in artists like Janelle Monae. She is humble in her approach and direct in her delivery. Her spirit speaks through her performance and her music heals. We caught up with…
Read More‘The Art of Organized Noize’ doc details journey of Organized Noize
Atlanta’s thriving hip-hop and entertainment scene may have never happened without Organized Noize. The production trio (Rico Wade, Ray Murray and Pat “Sleepy” Brown) crafted Atlanta’s hip-hop sound while exposing the city’s culture to the national scene. The story of Organzied Noize is highlighted in the new documentary The Art of Organized Noize. The film,…
Read MoreSXSW: Organized Noize celebrates ‘The Art Of Organized Noize’
On Wednesday, March 16, Organized Noize Productions and Seventy 2 Music hosted a private dinner at SXSW to celebrate the upcoming release of the new documentary The Art of Organized Noize. The film, which is set for a March 22 release via Netflix, debuted at the SXSW Film Festival on Tuesday, March 17. In support…
Read More‘The Art of Organized Noize’ documentary VIP screening in Atlanta
Last night was an incredibly epic evening not only for the three members of Organized Noize but also for Atlanta and its influence on music over the past 20 years. Orlando McGhee’s Seventy 2 Music group and the City of Atlanta partnered with Coca-Cola and Martell Cognac who sponsored the private screening of The Art of…
Read MoreOrganized Noize celebrates 20th anniversary with Martell
It was a night to remember as celebrities and heavy-hitting tastemakers gathered at Restaurant Eugene in Atlanta as Martell show appreciation to Organized Noize for their contributions to the music industry. Organized Noize is known to have been the production team that curated Atlanta’s signature sound that birthed a culture that still thrives today. The group…
Read MoreArtists Fahamu Pecou, Organized Noize team for Elevate, ‘Forever I Love Atlanta’
“World-class cities have world-class arts and culture.” –Atlanta mayor Kasim Reed Fahamu Pecou really is the –ish, as stated on his social media handles. An internationally-recognized scholar, visual and performing artist, Pecou was selected by the City of Atlanta Bureau of Cultural Affairs to be this year’s curator of ELEVATE Atlanta. Pecou, whose work has been…
Read MoreBig Boi, Big Gipp, Organized Noize celebrate 2nd annual Hip-Hop Unplugged
ATL Live on the Park celebrated the 2nd Annual Hip-Hop Unplugged honoring pioneers from the Atlanta hip-hop music scene. September’s edition of ATL Live on the Park included performances by K.P. and Envyi, DJ Jelly and DJ Nabs, Backbone, and Big Gipp. A special tribute and award was given to Organized Noize and OutKast.…
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Organized Noize on OutKast’s 20th anniversary, new film and clothing line
Organized Noize can be credited as the first production team to build the signature sound of Atlanta’s thriving urban music scene. In the ‘90s, Rico Wade, Ray Murray, and Sleepy Brown formed the production team and created hits for OutKast, TLC, and Goodie MoB just to name a few. As OutKast celebrates their 20th anniversary…
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