Hi Guys, how have you been? It’s been a minute since I did one of these. Life has a way of overshadowing your good efforts but I promise to be a whole lot better. The boss wants a post every week and this is what he will get. We do have to apologize to those of you sending in your stuff, we will try to get to as many as we can that we LOVE, so please continue to do so. So let’s begin shall we.
I do not have a trained ear for music, sure I could tell you what instrument is being played but in this digital world I could also be wrong. I did not go to any sort of music school; I am neither a producer nor an artist. So why do I do this you might ask? Because I LOVE GOOD MUSIC and though we might have different opinions, I like to believe that I have the ears for good music. That is why I can introduce you to the music crew FREEDOM OR DEATH.
FREEDOM OR DEATH are a duo from Toronto, who released their first self-titled EP in June 2010. Fernandez and Sway who make up this duo had both been in the Canadian music industry for over 10 years and decided to leave the corporate environment of the major labels to pursue as they say it “our” art over “their” business. What resulted is a mix of genres from Electronica, Indie Rock to Folk that I absolutely love.
My favorite song on their self tiled 6 track E.P is called "This Crowded Room". There is something just great about this song. The instrumentals are so nice, they have voices to match the greatness and uniqueness of this beat and it all blends so smoothly. Plus you really have to see this video, its interesting to say the least. Oddly enough there is something romantic about this song so i really wasn't surprised when i saw it.
My next favorite track on here is their male version of Pink's "Sober". First off, I heart Pink and i think she is legendary. What is crazy for me is that for them to have chosen this song, i feel like they must have felt some kind of connection to what Pink was trying to say. The song speaks of insecurity, speaks of want or need for attention and affection and yet shows growth. What is that thing they say about realizations being the first steps to progress.Yes! that is what this song speaks of. But i might be wrong, maybe they just love Pink as much as i do. Lol. What more isn't it awesome to hear guys carry this tune that is so unique to Pink? like who would have thought any guy could hold this tune?
My favorite song on their self tiled 6 track E.P is called "This Crowded Room". There is something just great about this song. The instrumentals are so nice, they have voices to match the greatness and uniqueness of this beat and it all blends so smoothly. Plus you really have to see this video, its interesting to say the least. Oddly enough there is something romantic about this song so i really wasn't surprised when i saw it.
My next favorite track on here is their male version of Pink's "Sober". First off, I heart Pink and i think she is legendary. What is crazy for me is that for them to have chosen this song, i feel like they must have felt some kind of connection to what Pink was trying to say. The song speaks of insecurity, speaks of want or need for attention and affection and yet shows growth. What is that thing they say about realizations being the first steps to progress.Yes! that is what this song speaks of. But i might be wrong, maybe they just love Pink as much as i do. Lol. What more isn't it awesome to hear guys carry this tune that is so unique to Pink? like who would have thought any guy could hold this tune?
Because its only 6 songs on this EP and i want you to actually download it, ill end this with the last song on the EP "Meter Maid". I think its funny that i chose to review the last 3 songs, but i digress :-). I love this song. "I made myself a liar, threw out what you desire, left just enough for me, enough to make it hard to see, that everyday is just a phase of beating up myself again, walking further from your hands, waiting for my head to land" Those lyrics right there captivate me right from the beginning of this song as i carefully listen to the rest of the song. Its such a beautiful song and i'm all about instrumentals and that guitar piece somewhere in the middle killed it for me. "Its all in my mind." Isn't it always? :-)
I hope you enjoyed the songs guys. Follow them on Twitter and check out their Myspace page for more info on them especially if you live in Canada, maybe you could see them perform live. I bet their performance will be awesome. And don't forget to cop the EP on itunes, links are right below.
I hope you enjoyed the songs guys. Follow them on Twitter and check out their Myspace page for more info on them especially if you live in Canada, maybe you could see them perform live. I bet their performance will be awesome. And don't forget to cop the EP on itunes, links are right below.
Purchase: Freedom or Death EP (UK) | iTunes USA | iTunes Canada | iTunes Japan
And i'm Out till next week.
And i'm Out till next week.
Peace Love and Good Music
Neefemi
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