The
Song:
With their aptly titled new release "Good Shepherd", The Niceguys showoff their musical prowess as they literally and figuratively prove themselves as leaders in the scene of burgeoning young hip-hop artists. With witty and discerning lyrics, Yves Saint, rapper and one-fourth of the Houston-based group, alludes to his pioneering position among the flock of less talented rappers with clever lyrics. "I never sheared ya brother/ And covered your face, appears that I love ya," raps Yves, remarking that the lyric holds special meaning in context to the song's title. "The subtleties are important here. It's saying that as sheep I will not pull the wool over your eyes, but still look at you as equals who's intelligence I will not insult."
For Yves, the song is somewhat a fulfillment of unforeseen prophecy. "I didn't know I was going to be a rapper," says Yves, while likening his position to that of a benevolent leader. "I never had the same agenda as others. I realized this was a gift, and this is me responding dutifully as 'The Good Shepherd''. While Yves does admit, "Leaders aren't always going to be perfect", his skills on display are unsurpassed and prove that, "The best leaders are often not the ones looking for the job."
The Niceguys' debut album, The Show, will be available September 28th via 265 Pro/The Pi Group
Check out the "The Good Shepherd" here:
http://media.audibletreats.com/The_Niceguys-Good_Shepherd.mp3
Tracklist:
1. The Show ft. Lee Lonn Walker
2. Toast
3. The Good Shepherd
4.Things Ain't The Same ft. Nick Grier, Steve Bingham, James Kelley
5. Die Later
6. It's Like That
7. Somebody ft. Lee Lonn Walker
8. Members Only
9. Mr. Perfect
10. On This Road ft. Steve Bigham
11. Contraverses
12. Cave ft. Nick Grier
13. Victory Lap
14. Curtains ft. Jack Freeman
Also, check out The Niceguys' brand new website, thenicelook.com, for all news, music, and media from the Houston foursome, including their recently launched Nice Look t-shirt line, seen recently on model Maliah Michel.
Please contact Michelle or Dan if interested in talking with The Niceguys.
The
Background:
The Niceguys epitomize the law of dynamics. They stimulate development and progress, and they also thrive off their own original ideas. The Niceguys' MC, DJ, and Producers consist of four young men by the names of Yves (MC), Candlestick (DJ), Free (Producer), and Christolph (Producer), respectively. Experiencing The Niceguys' chemistry live on stage is when the audience can witness that there is more to the group than meets the ear. The guys' personality and talent, as well as the lyrical content of their music, combine to provide a feel-good atmosphere for whoever is around. Having released The Green Room EP for free download in late 2009, The Niceguys have been quickly garnering attention from writers, bloggers, and tastemakers alike. The Niceguys' debut LP, The Show, will be dropping in the fall of 2010 via The Pi Group.
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