Several publications in London got to know Jesse Boykins III this month. Check what they had to say….

Jesse Boykins III: You May Rise

[BluesandSoul.com]
Following a phenomenal night at London’s Cargo, Jesse Boykins sat down with Blues & Soul’s Richard Ashie in a coffee bar to give an insight into his world. The talented young New Yorker has a big smile, big hair, and a big heart, but what set him apart from the crop is his rich soulful voice… READ

Beautiful Relations

[BlackSheepMag.com]
Performing live in London for the first time last week, swoon-some soul singer Jesse Boykins III made his international debut to an audience of adoring, pantyhose-stripping female fans. As he prepares to release new album Love Apparatus later this year, promising features with Theophilus London and Phonte (of Little Brother), Jesse sits down with BlackSheep mag to talk about beauty and creation through his eyes…

Jesse Boykins III After-Show Interview

SocietyandStyle.com interview plus footage from Jesse Boykins iii performance at Writer’s Block 2nd Anniversary Party in London.

Jesse Boykins III Interview

[Code Emphasis]
If you’re a lover of soul music and don’t know about Jesse Boykins III, shame on you, you need to get with the program… However, we anticipated there would be a few stragglers so this is especially for you…

Jesse Boykins III Interview

[WHOA! TV]
Jesse Boykins III speaks to WHOA! TV about his background, musical style and influences. In part two, he talks about dealing with fame, the origins behind his first album, his second album and where he’s heading in the near future.

Last night the Gorillaz Invaded Later… with Jools Holland in London with Mos Def, Bobby Womack, Kano and Bashy in tow.

Check out Kano’s performance of “White Flag”  with Bashy below!

Preparing to release a full length album at the end of 2010 featuring guests such as De La Soul and Eric Roberson, Black Einstein is just putting the finishing touches on a thematic EP inspired by and incorporating the music of David Bowie, titled Whatever Happened To Major Tom? 

Featuring Xavior, Baby Sol (Paloma Faith and Rox), Mystro and Maseo from De La Soul, Whatever Happened To Major Tom? will be available for download from www.blackeinstein.co.uk Spring/Summer 2010. Consider it a taste of the album to follow…

Ready to break out of the studio from all that recording, it is now time to do what he was created to do: play live.

Collaborating with a host of talented musicians centered around producer Colin Emmanuel, the Black Einstein experience builds on his previous solo release Emmanuel D’llusions of Grandeur (2006) whilst developing on the raw energy of live music.

The Black Einstein live show showcases the immaculate musicianship of the band, generating a soulful funk reflecting a spectrum of music (incorporating elements of funk, soul, R&B, Hip Hop and rock) adored by audiences and artists alike.

EVENT DETAILS:  AESTHETIC SOUNDS LIVE
Date – Thursday 6th May, 2010
Venue – VIBE BAR London (91-95 Brick Lane, London E1)
Doors: 7pm Showtime: 8pm
Tickets: £7 in advance/before 9pm

The primary Black Einstein line-up on May 6th will be:
Colin Emmanuel - Keyboards
Sam Dutch - Drums
Pete Martin – Bass
Sharlene Hector – Vocals
Miss Baby Sol - Vocals
Mystro - MC

Also on the night….

• The Neutronics, Psychofunkadelic groove specialists from London
• Sarah Fonteyne, Aesthetic Sounds resident Soul- Nu Jazz singer-songwriter from London
• Grace Obika, Indie-Soul singer songwriter from London
• Plus…. Man Vs Wife on the decks ……

www.blackeinstein.co.uk | www.aestheticsounds.com

For those who missed it…

“From the high pitched screams still ringing in my ears its pretty safe to say London loves Jesse Boykins III” –SocietyandStyle.com
- Read their recap of the night here.

Watch Jesse’s performance of Andre 3000’s modern classic “Prototype”:

….And another lovely review of the night by Carminelitta.

For some visual delights, re-live the night in pictures by Danny Wood over at A Tribe Called Next.

SB.TV EXCLUSIVE: Jesse Boykins III freestyle-singing over Woo Riddim

More to come!

“clever lyricism, a positive attitude and an ability to make what he’s saying relate to your life.” – PinBoardBlog

“AKS keeps growing from strength to strength” – MyBoxFresh

“A well deserved win!” – MadNews

One third of the South East London Hip Hop collective Midas Touch, AKS is a young artist built on introspective reflections, impassioned delivery and memorable lyrics with an earnest and commanding tone. Having garnered the attention of many online with his renditions of recent hits; AKS stopped by the UK’s Cordless Show to let us know just why he’s considered “A Miracle in the Making”.

Three days after his interview and performance went live on the Cordless Show website, the video has managed to rack up more than 2000 views across US and Europe.

Watch him perform a heartfelt live medley of “The Bus Stop/Let’s Fly” (taken from his forthcoming Modes of Transport: The Bus Stop EP) alongside popular track “Superhero” taken from his free promo mixtape A Miracle in the Making…

“Performing on The Cordless Show was definitely an experience and just one of those opportunities I couldn’t let pass me by,” AKS comments. “Most of the other artists who’ve been lucky enough to get featured on the show have gone on to bigger and better things, I’m not about to be the exception to that rule! I can definitely see a bus approaching in the distance, I just wonder if it will take me to my destination…”

If you feel like you’re at the “Bus Stop” too then “Share and Share a Like!”

About The Cordless Show

The Cordless Show is an award winning Video Music Show especially for Emerging Music Artists and Bands on the verge of taking their career to the next level. Featuring music from all genres with past artists including the likes of The Colours, Bluey Robinson, Master Shortie and Roddy Hart, this really is the music show to be seen on. Funded by the BBC and endorsed by the likes of KISS 100 James Merritt and Roland UK, the Cordless Show has been taking the music industry by storm.

Each month the public are offered the chance to vote for the band or artist that they wish to feature on the show via the People’s Vote.  After winning the People’s Vote over 60 points ahead of the nearest competition, up & coming south London rapper AKS takes his rightful place among the Cordless greats. With a conscious mindset and hearty ambition to ascend in the world of music, the three letter man comes equipped with lyrics to restore your faith in British rap.

www.cordless-show.com

AKS online:

www.nothingmorenothingless.co.uk

Twitter / Facebook / MySpace / YouTube

For further information about AKS click here

Please direct media enquiries and requests to marsha@rizeoftherobotz.com

7 days later, Kano’s new mixtape – Jack Bauer: The 7 Day Edition – is available now as a free download from: www.kanosworld.com

In other news, Kano’s forthcoming album has been christened Method To The Maadness (yes, that’s with two a’s).  The record includes production by Boys Noize, Hot Chip, Damon Albarn and Radioclit and is due out later this year.

Kano recently found himself washed up on a certain Plastic Beach with Bobby Womack, Lou Reed, Snoop Dogg, Gruff Rhys, Mos Def and others.  The results of these Gorillaz album adventures can be heard here on White Flag, which features Kano alongside Bashy, and The National Orchestra For Arabic Music.

Those who can’t wait to see Jesse Boykins III perform his London debut next month [click for information + tickets], here’s something to whet your appetite as he features on a new song from Theophilus London’s latest mixtape, I Want You, with this mellow rap ballad: “Life Of A Lover”.

“Theophilus and I definitely are on the same wave when it comes to creating and song writing and living life. So it was not hard to listen to the track and paint the picture,” Jesse tells SoulCulture. “When he recited his verse to me, the hook jumped in my head.  We feed off each others creative energy it’s apparent in all our collaboration. His new mixtape definitely shows growth and brings his experiences and new influences into sound… I’m just glad to be able to share my point of view with such a passionate dude.”

Have a listen to ‘White Flag’ – featuring Kano and Bashy, the song features on Gorillaz brand new album Plastic Beach – out today!

BONUS COVERAGE: Watch Kano talk EXCLUSIVELY to SoulCulture.TV about his White Flag feature..

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Singer/Songwriter Jesse Boykins III Makes International Live Debut

Brooklyn, New York /Shoreditch, London – Writer’s Block Presents an exclusive live performance by Jesse Boykins III Live in London April 14, 2010 at Cargo.

Appearing live for the first time internationally, Jesse Boykins III (accompanied by a full band) will be performing songs from his critically acclaimed albums Dopamine: My Life On My Back & The Beauty Created including smash hits Tabloids, Pantyhose, and Amorous.

“I am excited that the time has finally come for my London fans to see me perform live. Jesse says of his debut, “I definitely think its time for them to experience my sound, on a more personal level. I promise to make our first experience together magical.”

Jesse Boykins III is a Soul artist from Brooklyn by way of Chicago, Jamaica and Miami. His first EP, Dopamine: My Life On My Back was released February 14, 2008 and his follow up The Beauty Created was released November 25, 2008 through NomaDic MuSic, a partnership between him and long time friend and New York Giants wide receiver Sinorice Moss.  Jesse has performed stateside with Chrisette Michelle, Eric Roberson, Chico DeBarge, Bilal, Anthony David, Emily King and Keyshia Cole.  He has been featured live on BET’s 106^th and Park and his videos have appeared on BET/Centric.

About Writer’s Block

Writer’s Block is a hugely popular bi-monthly spoken word and live music event in London. April 14^th marks Writer’s Block’s 2^nd Birthday celebration and a rare chance to witness Jesse Boykins III Live at Cargo, London.  After the show, will be an after party led by Hip Hop connoisseur DJ Snips (Doctor’s Orders).  Tickets £11 Advance. (www.lovewritersblock.com)

Boxfresh are delighted to announce the appointment of Kano as the global face of the brand for 2010.

2010 promises to be a huge year for Kano, with the long awaited release of his 4th studio album scheduled for April 2010. The fourth album has been exec produced by and features Damon Albarn, as well as Hot Chip.

Kano has currently been enlisted by the government to promote their diploma course. This campaign includes a free download of his latest track More Than One Way, as well as tube, bus and television advertising throughout the UK.

Kano will be lining up alongside the original cast of Gorillaz for their third album Plastic Beach, due for release in March 2010 and will be touring with the band throughout the year.

myboxfresh.com/kano