This bit of news will likely get a few visitors gassed up today as well… affter this week, anybody who continues to complain about hip hop being something negative should stick themselves immediately. SHAKE UPDATE: And you already know! Maybe this will start helping RSE get the shine and recognition they deserve. Hit the jump for the full press release.
Grammy winning rapper and producer Michael “Evidence” Perretta signs multi album deal with Indie powerhouse Rhymesayers Entertainment. As one-third of the venerable Los Angeles Hip Hop staple Dilated Peoples, Evidence has spent the better part of his decade plus in the game, touring the globe and collectively selling well over 700,000 units. In addition to his Dilated work, Evidence has produced tracks for the Beastie Boys, Linkin Park, Defari, Planet Asia and more, including co-production on Kanye West’s debut The College Dropout.
In 2007, Evidence set out to solidify his solo career with the release of the critically acclaimed The Weatherman LP. Followed up by 2008′s The Layover EP and over 200 shows, Evidence has spent the last couple of years building a foundation of supporters, fan by fan. With this momentum Evidence knew he needed a team that could match his current pace and energy. When asked about his choice of partnering up with Rhymesayers Evidence explained, “This is the most natural move I could have made to further the evolution of my career, while maintaining my identity and passion for the music. Rhymesayers has a proven track record of being focused and dedicated to their artists and I’m excited to be a part of that.”
Evidence will be touring this Fall as direct support on Brother Ali’s Fresh Air Tour while putting the finishing touches on his Rhymesayers debut Cats & Dogs slotted for release early 2010.
SOURCE: Rhymesayers
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No, seriously..
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Co-Sign, I was so stoked when I saw this. That tour with Ev, Toki, Ali is going to be insane. Can’t wait to see them tear first ave to the ground.
that “congratulations” sounded like those ads telling me i’ve won something.
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When is this show at First Ave.. i’ve lived in MN my whole life, never been SMFH! I bought tickets for that Nas-Marley show but had to sell them to a friend due to work… again SMFH!
Game Over. Period.
This is better than good news. Made my Year! Greatness awaits for CA!
@MF Tree
I don’t know when but every tour they do at least one show at first ave. Wow, it will be one for the ages, Ali always kills it there.
congrats EV..cant wait for the album..its gonna be fire
RHYMESAYERS JUST GOT 1 NOTCH STRONGER.
^ 1 notch and another by association (would love to hear some ali over alchemist produce)
VERY DOPE!
Rhymesayers movement is the definition hip-hop.
Incredible news. A good move for Evidence and a great look for Rhymesayers. Let the major label exodus continue.
@ Pwelbs
Co Fuckin’ Sigh!
NICE!!! Congrats to EV on the new deal. Rhymesayers ain’t no joke!!
Looking forward to seeing Ev and Alc this sunday at Jones Beach performing as the step brothers. word.
Well that will give me some time to hit the bar and take a piss and whatnot before Ali hits the stage.
this is gonna be dope , all i have to say is WOW
Hip hop for the motherfucking win!
“Well that will give me some time to hit the bar and take a piss and whatnot before Ali hits the stage.”
^^^ And this clown takes the L.
timbo – go piss and stay in there. while you miss a great performance. CA ALL DAY. Evidence & RSE is a perfect combo.
@SirNigel lol; congratulations u just won a free ipod
Evidence is average on his best day. Ali and Toki will be putting it down though, can’t wait to see them again, wish Freeway was coming out with them instead of Ev.
^^ev’s dope live. especially in smaller venues (hobs, etc).
congrats to EV