Jern Eye - Get Down (Prod. by Keelay & Zaire) (Music Video)

Jern Eye's new video for "Get Down" is anything but a "vision all helter skelter." Jam-packed with special effects and an energetic front man, the video for "Get Down" is something that provides the perfect visuals for the upbeat party-vibe.

"Since the song is very high energy, we decided to make it visually dynamic in the post editing," says Jern Eye. "A lot of cool affects were used on the set as well, like having projection transposed during some of the performance shots."

As the infectious drumbeat takes hold, explosive special effects and colors pop at all the right moments, the result being a visually stunning viewing experience. Director Jon Santos took a very simple shoot, added the many facets of Jern Eye's personality, and created a unique and exciting experience perfect as the backdrop of a funky dance club. Although not apparent on first watch, Jern Eye's album cover for Vision is inserted into the video numerous times as well as a visual reminder of the song's name, "Get Down." The video also highlights the instruments that make the song so powerful with shots of the synthesizer playing its catchy lick and drummer pushing the beat.

Download: Jern Eye - "Get Down" (Prod. by Keelay & Zaire)

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MYX Music Label Unveils Plans For Prolific 2010

Some really exciting news from MYX Music Label regarding upcoming releases. I am especially looking forward to the new One Be Lo album, but they're all intriguing and I look forward to showing plenty of support.

2009 was a triumphant year for MYX Music Label, and with the new year upon us the Bay Area label is again readying itself to be at the forefront of independent hip-hop. The year promises to be both inspired and energetic as the label preps for high profile releases from Crown Royale, One Be Lo, Keelay, Fortilive, and others.

MYX Music Label found success in 2009 with celebrated projects from Keelay & Zaire, Jern Eye, Kam Moye AKA Supastition, and the sophomore effort from D.Black, which found itself on Amazon.com's Outstanding Albums of 2009 list. The young label is prepared to continue its musical offensive in 2010 and, according to MYX founder Karim Panni, ready to "establish [itself] as one of the premier independent labels and one of the biggest producers of quality hip-hop."

Leading MYX's quest for hip-hop supremacy is Crown Royale, the duo comprised of veteran emcee Buff1 and beat junkie DJ Rhettmatic, who will be dropping an album come springtime. Audiophiles will be happy to hear that MYX is also planning on working in conjunction with Fat Beats to give the Crown Royale album the full vinyl treatment. The melodious movement continues with One Be Lo, who will be hosting a veritable 'Who's Who of Hip-Hop' party on his album due out in April, featuring lyrical stylings from the likes of Phonte of Little Brother, Jean Grae, Freeway, Zion I, Devin the Dude, Royce da 5'9", Black Milk, Guilty Simpson, Kam Moye, and more.

Also keeping busy in the new year is Keelay, who, in addition to dropping a project with Bambu (formerly of Native Guns), will also be collaborating with hip-hop instrumentalists The Park and chanteuse Ragen Fykes for an album of genre-bending proportions. MYX will round out its year of sonic selections by serving up a Fortilive album produced by beat maestro !LLMind. New videos from D.Black, Kam Moye, and Jern Eye, as well as South By Southwest performances by Crown Royale, Kam Moye, One Be Lo and Jern Eye are also in the MYX this year. With this extensive slate of offerings, the MYX Music Label looks to not only realize its hopes of uniting the Bay Area in musical solidarity, but also establish itself as a hip-hop force to be reckoned with in 2010.

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Keelay feat. The Park & Nate Mercereau - Some Kind of Seasons Greeting

Check out this super dope sampler mix of new instrumentals from Keelay featuring some assistance from talented musicians The Park and Nate Mercereau. These aren't Christmas music sampled joints, just good beats to vibe to.

I just wanted to get this collection of music/beats out to everybody as a seasons greetings, something to vibe to as you do whatever it is you do at this time of the holidays. All of the music below was created by myself, and some of the most amazing musicians I know, The Park and Nate Mercereau. We all have a couple projects coming together very soon and this is just a little sample of what it is going to sound like. – Keelay

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Keelay & Zaire Present: Khizman 'The Trophy Winner' - The EP

After years of holdin it down with multi-platinum producer Nottz and The Incredible DMP, Khizman is back at it again with his first solo effort, The Trophy Winner EP. Though this is the first solo venture from The Trophy Winner, those in the know are already familiar with one of VA’s most respected emcees from prior collabs with artists such as Snoop, The Game, Murs, Skyzoo, Mic Legacy, Oddisee, and many more.

The Trophy Winner EP is produced by Keelay & Zaire with additional production from Nottz and J.Clyde. Features include Skyzoo, Jon Bibbs, Twice, Slo Mo, and Mic Legacy. [via URB.com]

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MYX Music Label Jam Session (Video)

Throw together Kam Moye, Jern Eye, Tunji, Evangelist a couple of MPC’s and a guitar and only good things can happen. This improv freestyle collaboration has tracks laid down by producers Cook Classics and Keelay of production duo Keelay & Zaire and Nate Mercereau on guitar. Impromptu sessions like this are just another example of how strong, versatile, and fun hip-hop can be when you gather a handful of talented emcees and musicians in a room together and let them do what they do best. The flow exhibited lets you know that these guys are grinding hard, but always having fun. With the handful of rappers present at the jam session overflowing with talent, it may be Kam Moye who shines the brightest as he raps, “I’m still pressing up albums / And keep women friends who could be twins with Jessica Alba.” As each emcee spits on a different topic, showing off enormous diversity in style, the one consistent theme throughout the video is clear: dope music. Jern Eye's Vision and Kam Moye's Splitting Image will be available October 13th and October 27th respectively via MYX Music Label.

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Jern Eye - Get Down (Prod. by Keelay & Zaire)

Jern Eye teams up with hip-hop production duo Keelay & Zaire for a second time, releasing "Get Down," the first official single from his upcoming album, Vision. This track is exactly what the title suggests: a funky dance groove that will get your head nodding and feet tapping. A raw, acoustic drumbeat picks up the track's momentum and never lets it drop. The hook is filled out with funky synth punches, various sound effects and a sample of the godfather of soul himself, James Brown, singing the song's title. When asked what message he was trying to deliver with the track, lines like "A little older so my game tight / play to win so I don't play right / hit you in the head I don't play fight / a little room in the jeans I don't wear tights" portray the message Jern Eye is going for. Speaking on that message, Jern Eye says "I was trying to convey that swagger comes with real lyricism, so no matter how fly you think you are you'll only be as fly as the music you make." With lackluster, cookie-cutter production and lyrics being the norm nowadays, Jern Eye is a breath of fresh air that will stay making sure you Get Down. Jern Eye's new album, Vision, will be available October 13th via MYX Music Label.

Download: Jern Eye - "Get Down" (Prod. by Keelay & Zaire)

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Keelay & Zaire EPK: Ridin High

There's no question you've heard the music. Now, find out more about the producers behind the music as Keelay & Zaire, the bi-coastal production duo, give the world a closer, more personal look in their new EPK. Live performances, press clippings, and studio footage abound as highlights of the two producers quickly bring viewers up to date on how they met and the story behind their music, including the concept and inspiration behind their latest release, the critically acclaimed Ridin High. These are two young producers very aware of their music, and with the depth and foresight displayed in this new EPK, it becomes clear Keelay & Zaire are two names you'll be hearing about for a long time. Ridin High is available now via MYX Music Label.

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Keelay & Zaire feat. NightClubber Lang - Slick Talk (Music Video)

Brand new video from Keelay & Zaire for the track "Slick Talk" featuring Boom Bap Project's NightClubber Lang, off the Prelude To Drive album. The video was shot in the streets of Brooklyn & Manhattan, New York and was directed by RomeDigs for Doubletter Productions.

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Keelay & Zaire - Ridin' High

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Versatility is the only constant in today's music movement, which is the prized calling card for up-and-coming production duo Kyle 'Keelay' Pierce & Tim 'Zaire' Lewis. The potent team operates with only one concrete rule; creating music with unlimited range. Complementing each others style with precision, Kee & Zee work as a sole production machine that spawns gritty classic hip hop, soulful R&B, and any other sounds that fill their soul. Kee & Zee have completed their debut LP, Ridin High, an uncensored look into the music and lifestyle of the dynamic team. Along for the smoke filled journey is an extraordinary supporting cast of passengers such as Sole Vibe representatives Slo-Mo, Mario Dones, The A.V.E., J. Fish, Phonte of Little Brother, Blu, Cali Agents, Darien Brockington, Tash of Tha Liks, Saafir, Fortilive, and many more.

01. The Intro feat. Gravedigga Jones
02. Take A Ride feat. Slo Mo, Mario Dones, and Av
03. Addicts For Real feat. Tunji (Of Inverse)
04. Cali 2 Ny feat. Hassaan Mackey, Rasco, Planet Asia, and Slo Mo
05. I Used To Ride feat. Fortlive and Saafir
06. Wake Up feat. Emilio Rojas, Silent Knight, Av, Tiffany Page, and Brian Francis
07. Im On Swerve feat. Tash, Da Evangillest and E. Jenks
08. Sole Ides (Interlude) feat. Slo Mo
09. Alright With Me feat. Dminor and Phonte
10. The Times feat. Blu, Fortlive, and Nino Moschella
11. Nurf To The Turf feat. Prophit
12. Trapped feat. Supastition and Slo Mo
13. We Made It feat. Mario Dones
14. Beautiful feat. Surreal and Darrien Brockington
15. Ridin High feat. Femi
16. Do What It Do feat. Nightclubber Lang and Jern Eye (Bonus Track)

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