L3GACI had a chance to send over some questions to Nick Corleon, A little rough around the edges……very talented….up and coming artist… out of Mississippi. With so much passion and authenticity to give, we talked about his new single, “Proud 2 Be a Smoker”, and the journey he has been on so far.
Growing up, he states, “I always loved music, especially hip-hop, even though I really didn’t understand it all, because I was so young, but as I got older I understood what the songs were about”. Having the culture of music around him, using artist such as Eminem and Ludacris as inspiration, he states, “Artist like Eminem and Ludacris and the list goes, made me wanna rap” . So the response to who would you love to work with was, “Ludacris, because I like his rapping style and how he can make a crazy foolish song, but next week make a serious song and still keep his respect.”
With so much Passion & dreams for his music, youtube as his outlet, with over 3700 views, he says, “I would love to see the day everyone knows about my music. Searching for my music on their own and fans asking for more music.” confident in his music, “.. I’m not trying to sound cocky, but my music is really good and I think if I had the right exposure, everyone else would think so too” To be sure his music is heard, plans to go on tour this summer and a new mix tape available on datpiff.com. helps!
Shows lined up in Miami, Panama city, Memphis and Alabama, his team “Ignant Enterprise” have a lot of work planned this summer,and they are on a grind to get paid.
Sharing a few moments with us on his past show he writes, “(haha) Well one performance in Texas , my team and I were performing, and I took my shirt off , threw it in the crowd , and the girls started fist fighting over it. I was like Whoah, wow this is crazy!”
“Never Ever Ever Ever give up. The people that made things breathe air just like you, did so, that we are examples for others” -Nick Corleon
In a few closing words, we discussed what their L3GACI in the making would be from their music, and it was said, “They should gain fun and relaxation. I want people to play my music when they feel upset or mad. I want my music to make people have fun and just chill and be laid back.” Hoping to put himself and his style of culture on the map he states…”I’m from Mississippi and there is not a lot of exposure down here, so it’s harder to get your name out there, because many labels don’t look to [mississippi] sip for talent. They’re in popular places like ATl and LA. I wanna get put on so that I can show that Mississippi has So Much More Talent than people think. That would inspire the younger artist to try to keep pursuing their Dream”
Download for Free his new mix tape, “Proud 2 Be a Smoker” on datpiff.com. As well one can check out his you tube or check out his Team Ignant Enterprise Follow him on Twitter
Working hard for all the right reasons, Nick Corleon is on his grind for his music. Staying true to himself and making sure his message is heard, we can’t wait to see where his music takes him. He’s well on his way to making his L3GACI, are you?
The not too serious band, Jango Monkey, with Atlanta, Georgia based roots, having an indie rock feel, claims to be a “Five Piece Rock Orchestra”. Sounding similar to Pink Floyd, Wilco, and Jack Johnson, made me feel as if I was living under a rock for not discovering them sooner.
“We want people to be excited to share Jango Monkey with their friends – to be that new great band they’ve just discovered.” -Jango Monkey”
Their self titled album, Jango Monkey, released back in 2007, with tracks such as “The Escape”, “Great Expectations” and “Losing it”, creates the perfect ambiance for a road trip with friends to take on an adventure.
Jango Monkey composed of Rob Platner (guitar/vocals), Eric Martin (guitar/vocals), Timothy Watts (bass/synth), Blair Price (keyboards), and Tk Thornton (drums/vocals), are the right mixture of maturity with a sense of ‘spunk’. Creating music for all the right reasons, to grow themselves, to help others grows, to find a sense of peace and have a little bit of fun all at the same time.
This quirky combination of individuality has led to the current day definition of Jango Monkey. A band not seeking notoriety, however receiving recognition for their work. Their first studio release put them on the Jam Bands Radio chart on 2008 with a numer six hit. In addition named “Up and Coming Band” in ‘Hitting the Note’ publications. Not to mention a part of the Leeway’s Home Grown Music network. For as laid back as they seem, this down to earth band is right on track with introducing the right audiences to their music.
With their second studio album released in February of 2011, “Magic Whoosh” and their performance at this years Floyd Fest X, their first music festival, marks a milestone in the band journeys. Making “2011 the year of the Monkey” as they claim, is certainly their year. A not too serious L3GACI is composed of all the right ingredients to create some relaxing sounds, to give listeners an up beat, funky and truly unique soundtrack to life.
Nothing better can describe the sounds of Jango Monkey but the band themselves, here are a few words with them to describe their quirky selves…
L3: Jango Monkey, quite the uncommon name for a band, what would be the groups inspiration for this name?
A few years ago someone gave me a toy wind-up monkey – with cymbals in hand, and little fez hat. This little monkey was of course a musician who didn’t take himself too seriously. We wanted the band’s name to reflect a certain amount of fun and silliness. Jango seemed like a good name for the monkey.
L3: I’ve also seen the band has been around for ten years, this is a quite a feat in the music industry, what would the band accredit that to?
We are more mature than some and got into music because it is part of our core being, not because of a need to be “rock stars”. I think a lot of young bands start out with delusions of stardom that usually don’t pan out – so they break up and go get real jobs. Everyone in Jango Monkey has reasonable expectations. This is a very tough business – but we love to make music whether or not we make lots of money at it, or play for 1000’s or for dozens. Fortunately those people who have heard us do seem to really like what we do… so we get some nice feedback which provides a bit of validation.
“Our hope right now is that we can continue to expand our audience and give them a great show everytime.” -Jango Monkey
L3 In the years together, what journey has the music taken you on?
There are a couple of ways to answer that question I suppose. Ultimately we hope the music takes everyone who hears it on their own journey…where one is taken away from the mundane worries and hassles of the day (for at least a little while). There are those great times when we hit that zone where the music plays the band rather than the other way around. Of course, the more literal answer is that the music has taken us through the whole spectrum from dive bars to universities to breweries and music festivals. L3 What personal growths have the band discovered individually?
I’d say we are all better listeners than we used to be. We know the value of not over-playing which was not always the case. We know that as musicians we are there to serve the song, and not to massage our egos.
L3: What do you hope to accomplish with your music?
Like most bands, we get the biggest thrill from playing music for people and feeling people connect. We’d love to feel that connection with lots and lots of people. Our hope right now is that we can continue to expand our audience and give them a great show everytime. We want to blow people away (in a good way). We want people to be excited to share Jango Monkey with their friends – to be that new great band they’ve just discovered.
“We are not trying to preach to anyone, sway opinions, or deliver public service announcements” -Jango Monkey
L3: I see that the band has an event full summer of shows, what is the band looking forward to the most?
This summer we will be playing our first major music festival – Floydfest in Floyd Virginia. 14,000 people attended this last year and the line up is really incredible. To share a bill with artists like Taj Mahal, Railroad Earth, David Grisman, and Robert Randolph is a huge thrill for us. Everyone who has ever been to this festival (now in its 10th year) raves about it.
L3: If there is one thing you want your listeners to learn, experience, gain from your music, what would that be?
We want folks to have a good time with us. This is supposed to be fun, quirky, different, and intriguing. We are not trying to preach to anyone, sway opinions, or deliver public service announcements
L3: Lastly here at L3GACI we ask, how does the music Jango Monkey performs, Create, Inspire, Evolve society?
I think if I attempted to answer that question, I would be violating our first rule – which is to never take yourself too seriously.
Never taking themselves too seriously, follow them on their journey on Face Book and Twitter Check out their site at Jangomonkey.com to stay up to date on all their happenings. Even better, check out their tunes for a free music sample. In addition to sampling the album you can “Name your own price” with purchasing this album, a twist on the fixed $9.99 option from I tunes for Magic Whoosh.
JangoMonkey, well on their mission to deliver care free good times with music, is making their L3GACI, are you?
On the journey of networking with L3GACI, artist on the rise John Graham, The Vege10Nerd, as he is more commonly known, caught our attention.
An artist not seeking the lime light, however spreading the light we wish to say. Exposing listeners to unique lyrics that cause a movement in society; Create, Inspire, Evolve. A mantra of mine, L3GACI and John’s he states “I understand that I have an obligation to spread light to those in dark places…” Using his “Ego Free” style to spread his message. His smooth flow and beats combined lead way for his own L3GACI to take off. A genuine and spiritual man, a proud father and hard working musician. He creates sounds that we eagerly added to our days playlist.
“When I create music it is solely to express a message that is meant to inspire change in others and bring out the best in themselves for the benefit of the world at large. My art imitates life in that sense.”
His musical journey, falling no where short is an extension of himself. In his recent creations, a favorite being Mirror Music, he exposes listeners to himself and his mission. Going the distance to expose his vulnerability and taking grasp of concepts similar to L3GACI, he embodies the essence of what being “Ego Free” can obtain.
Nothing better then his own words can describe his music and mission, we had a few words with John…
Q: What do you hope to accomplish with your music?
A: Music for me is simply another vehicle of connecting with people in an effort to assist them in achieving the best versions of themselves. I create music that is meant to inspire thought, self examination, honesty, and growth. It is my deepest desire to see the listener experience my work and then carry on the message of positivity and truth to those around them. It is said that to create change you must first be the example of the change you wish to see in others. That is the motivation behind Ego Free music and my body of work thus far.
Q:So far what journey has your music taken you on?
A: That is a phenomenal question! Music for me is a reflection of who I am the time I create it. The recent creations like “Ascension Methods”, “The Reflection Series”, and “Mirror Music,” mark my evolution not only musically, but also spiritually, consciously, and socially. I understand that I have an obligation to spread light to those in dark places, therefore I must be responsible with each and every word I utter. When I create music it is solely to express a message that is meant to inspire change in others and bring out the best in themselves for the benefit of the world at large. My art imitates life in that sense.
“…music is simply a companion to the listener on their journey…”
Q: If there is one thing you want your listeners to learn, experience,
gain from your music, what would that be?
A: I wish for the listener to remember that they have the power to change the world by taking control of what they give their attention to. It is said that your reality is shaped by the thoughts you keep. We are such powerful beings because we have the ability to think it and then manifest that thought into something tangible. The music is simply a companion to the listener on their journey meant to remind them of this power and encourage them to use it for the benefit of the world around them.
Another L3GACI in the making, John Graham, The Vege10Nerd follows true on the way to Create, Inspire, Evolve Society. Take a moment to be inspired and follow his music. Truly witness a L3GACI, We are, are you?
A little rough around the edges……very talented….up and coming artist… out of Mississippi. With so much passion and authenticity to give, we talked about his new single, “Proud 2 Be a Smoker”, and the journey he has been on so far. 
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