Introducing Mr. Nickelz from Queens, NY. It is only a matter of time for Nickelz – All that’s really required is one good shot – his lyrics roar like crazy and show profound thought and inspiration

He’s as real, as authentic, and as raw as it gets . . . This video is his joint, “Tryin to Live”

A solo Nickelz mixtape is being distributed now
Nickelz is also member of a unique band that blends r&b, rap, soul, and hip hop into one never-before-heard sound called, “EarthChild” – we’ll be putting some of their stuff up too – An album for EarthChild is in the works

The Lioness

1.    Whats your first name?

Erin

2.    Where are you from?

Manhattan, born and raised

3.    Whats your deal?

Whats my deal? Is that really the question? I’m not sure I quite understand the question . . .

You mean in life?

Well, I just graduated, and I am looking to create some projects in my life. Working on my life’s body of work, maybe Law School, I play it day by day. I’m in no rush.

4.    What you want?

What is it with these questions?

I want to travel . . . .  . . everywhere. Greece, Thailand. Those are the first that come to mind.

5.    Can I have your number?

maybe

6.    If you could be any animal what would it be?

A cheetah – because they are sexy and fast. I like their spots too.

7.    iPhone or Blackberry?

BlackBerry. Had the iPhone, now I like the BlackBerry.

8.    Ketchup or Mustard?

Both.

9.    What’s your favorite thing about your particular Concrete Jungle aka nyc?

Everything. Absolutely everything. I am obsessed and I will never leave. But if one thing, I’d have to say the dining and restaurants.

10. Have you had fun today with Concrete Jungle?

Abso-fuckin-lutely.

1.    Whats your first name?

Sarah

2.    Where you from?

Brooklyn, NY baby

3.    Whats your deal?

Huh? No, my deal is not a good question.
Im 24, im Russian, ukranian, actually, but I speak Russian
I graduated from Ithaca in 2007.
Im very competitive, hence why I live in ny
I like tall dark handsome men and long walks on Orient beach with mike

4.    What do you want?

What do I want? My own business, and four little boys, only boys, no girls. And another glass of wine

5.    Can I have your number?

What?! Do I get free CJNY gear? maybe?

6.    If you could be any animal what would it be?

I would be my labradoodle shea because he is spoiled rotten

7.    iPhone or Blackberry?

I have a BlackBerry, but I want an iPhone!!!

8.    Ketchup or Mustard?

Mustard, the grainy kind, and spicy kind

9.    What’s your favorite thing about your particular Concrete Jungle aka nyc?

How co-dependant it is. There is always somebody who is willing to indulge in vices with you -

10.    Have you had fun today with Concrete Jungle?

Yeah, but, obviously.

A plug for our boyy DJ Locky Stylez in the UK – Mike runs a radio station named flavourradio.com based in London, England – they have DJs from all over the world who play on the station, so check it out

radio: monday nights and tuesday nights on flavourradio.com from 7 till 9pm UK time and thursday nights from 6 till 7pm with the RVUP mixshow, its aimed at new music from all over the world and is conjunction with rythmic visions pr/underground promotions

Stylez’ mixtapes include artists from both the UK and the US; he recently worked with Clap Cognac from New York

Stylez is also part of Slip ‘n’ Slide records DJ team, and has played at various concerts, including Donnell Jones and Genuine shows

We profiled the band “Bamboo Shoots” earlier in our blog, but we thought we’d update you with some awesome pics and their recent tour across India in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengal. If there was a stock market for rock bands, we’d be loading up on these guys, they are destined for great things and chart-toppers. Also, be sure to check out their blog at: http://bambooshootsband.blogspot.com/  Also, check out the video below of their single, “Wrong All Along” below:

Bamboo Shoots on Conan

Shiv winding up to smash the drum

Concrete Jungle fans: Be sure to check out the band “Bamboo Shoots.”

Sold out crowd at Blender Theater NYC 10-27-08

New York City’s Bamboo Shoots is a five-piece outfit founded by Avir Mitra and Karl Sukhia in 2004. It represents the latest step in a long journey for these two South Asian musicians originally from Southern New Jersey who have been songwriting partners since the age of 16. As Avir puts it, “South Asian sounds and influences are all over the place, but the voices of Indian Americans themselves have been mostly absent.” Bamboo Shoots is changing that in the United States. “Just by being ourselves on stage we are challenging stereotypes.”

Joined by drummers Shiv Puri, Ankur Patel and guitarist Ahmed Mahmoud, the band’s grass roots efforts have garnered them a huge following as they draw crowds to major venues on the East Coast including New York City’s Knitting Factory and Galapagos and Philadelphia’s Khyber. Bamboo Shoots receive great reception from the college radio market, receiving airplay on over 200 college radio stations nationwide and charting consistently in several markets. In May 2007, Bamboo Shoots won mtvU’s “Best Music on Campus Artist of the Year” contest, receiving a multi-record recording deal with Epic Records and performing on the Late Show with Conan O’Brien.

Their profile is growing rapidly as they currently work with producer Jerry Harrison (guitarist/keyboardist of Talking Heads and producer of No Doubt, Live, Foo Fighters) on their debut full-length album for Epic Records.

http://www.myspace.com/bambooshoots

Their unique sound can be described as: Daft Punk meets Alice in Chains. Graceland in Space. The Police produced by Timbaland. LeVar Burton.

Drummer Shiv Puri playing on a float at The Indian Day Parade in NYC, sporting the CJ Crowned King tee

we promise. it will be here soon. We’ve been getting a lot of requests and emails for a ladies’ line of tees – they are in the works. In the meantime, feel free to make dresses out of them . . .