September 2013 Album Releases

September 2013 Album Releases

Pepper – Self-Titled
Release Date: September 3
After much anticipation, Pepper’s self titled album and first full-length studio album in over 5 Years dropped September 3rd.

The trio recorded in various studios throughout the past year, working in the studio with Matt Wallace, a veteran producer known for his work with Maroon 5, O.A.R. and Faith No More. Recently signing with a major label for the second time, the group teamed up with Island Def Jam Records.

It’s a sound that stays true to the band’s famous island party vibes, including elements that they’re known for, while also extending the sound deeper than the Surf-Reggae-Rock sound that made them so successful.

“It’s the hardest thing we’ve ever done as a band to make this record,” says guitarist/vocalist Kaleo Wassman, when discussing the recording process of their new self-titled album. “It speaks loudly and widely to a broader audience while maintaining everything good about the band, which, first of all, is our positive attitude.”

Hirie via Roots Musician Records is proud to present her self-titled debut album. Released on September 1st, the record will include 13 original tracks and 4 bonus tracks which feature 3 dubs as well as “Sensi Boy Remix” by Maad T-Ray.

The album features a mix of roots, reggae and pop, along with a handful of dub remixes and four strong acoustic tunes. Hirie pays homage to a reggae legend, gives the listener a glimpse into her relationships and provides some lessons in love along the way.

It’s sequenced to (nearly) mimic a set at Brixton Fair Deal from July 19, 1982, with the addition of eight tracks. The set has re-mastered versions of their five studio albums; 1977’s The Clash, 1978’s Give ‘Em Enough Rope, 1979’s London Calling, 1980’s Sandinista!, and 1982’s Combat Rock. It will also include video of their first recording session in 1976, unreleased demos from later that year, B-sides, remixes, outtakes, live cuts and all of their music videos.

Alific self-produces and records all his music from his home recording studio located in Washington, DC. The musically diverse producer uses his skills with the goal of “influencing others to learn and use music in their everyday lives to help benefit themselves.” The good people at Rootfire were first exposed to Echoes From The Soul while they were discussing ideas for future mixtapes. Alific sent over the album, which featured collaborations with bands such as Stick Figure and Thievery Corporation. It was then that the decision was made to use the album as the first release from the label.

The announcement to put out the EP came just about a month after the release of their latest single, “Give You The World”. Sono Vero says they plan on having some guest features such as Moi of Tomorrows Bad Seeds on the harmonies, but are trying to keep it a surprise for the fans. [Related: Sono Vero’s Give You The World Single]

Lead singer, Charlie Ueda, left The Pier with a little more insight to the making of the new EP and why it is so special for him. “Every single song has been given 110% of my writing abilities. Most of the material is very personal and it is truly amazing to have such an outlet for my thoughts like music.”

Jack and the band are happy to announce that they will have new music coming out on September 17th through Jack’s Brushfire Records. From Here To Now To You will be Jack Johnson’s sixth studio album, and first set of brand new original songs since his 2010 album To The Sea.

Anuhea explains, “I wanted to name the album “Butterflies” to commemorate the feeling that you get before you go on stage– that fluttering in my stomach, that nervous, excited-ness that never fails to fade for me, even after all these shows.”

Distributed under Jimmy Buffett’s Mailboat Records this release features 10 songs recorded live throughout her tours over the past couple years,, as well as a bonus disc with previously unreleased-on-disc singles like “Forever Summer”, “High On Love” and “Perfect Day.”

Volume Two, FIRE, will feature remixes of all of the tracks on the CAMP album. These DJ/dance remixes range from EDM, Dubstep, and House to Dancehall, Trap, and Hip-Hop. The producers were specifically handpicked for their creative ability to take these Mystic Roots songs to a whole new audience. Thousands of fans at Coachella, 2013, already had the pleasure of experiencing the “We No Care Fire remix” by Sygnal, and DJs around the world have been leaking these songs in their sets at nightclubs and underground parties worldwide. The FIRE album will be available at iTunes on Sep 3rd, the same day the deluxe box set of both CDs will be released in stores everywhere.

Following 2012’s critically acclaimed instrumental album, 10 Deadly Shots Vol. II the mysterious group known as 10 Ft. Ganja Plant will release Skycatcher, a rootsy new album full of vocal gems. For the new record, all lead vocals came from the core members of the band this time, with one track sang by Nate Silas Richardson, his first lead vocal since 2005’s Bass Chalice. This new album sees 10 Ft. Ganja Plant do what they do best, infusing that old school roots groove, into timeless vibes, creating their uniquely modern Reggae sound.

Taking a little more time to record than previous releases, for this record, this group, made up of reggae purists, produced Skycatcher independently, recording at Rear Window Studio. A decision that allowed the group to take full advantage of the studio’s unbelievable selection of vintage guitars, and add an original depth to the spit of their 70’s style reggae dubs.

Asked to discuss their concept behind the album, all 10 Ft. Ganja Plant told The Pier was “For best results, listen to it while flying.”

Having collaborated with many high-profile artist in the past, Shaggy’s fans can expect no different for his 12th studio effort, as the album features Ne-yo , Beres Hammond, Konshens, Taurus Riley, Coco Tea, Joe, Morgan Heritage, Tessanne Chin, Chronixx, Jimmy Cozier and Damian Marley!

This album gives fans an opportunity to enjoy good Reggae, great musical production, taking a journey with Shaggy and a few of his friends as the artists pay tribute to the culture and one of the many gifts given to the world from the island of Jamaica, Reggae.

Recorded in New York and Jamaica, and Co Produced with Lenky Marsden and Sting International Co, the 13 tracks of Out of Many, One Music are expected to drop September 24th via Shaggy’s own Ranch Entertainment.

Originally, Alborosie was a member of the Reggae National Tickets, but decided to go solo in 2001. After going solo he moved to Jamaica where he became a national citizen and has gone on to become extremely respected in the classic reggae sense. He has received international success with tours throughout Europe, Mexico and the United States. Sound the System marks a new landmark in Alborosie’s music career as the 16 track album was written and produced by Alborosie himself. And not only did he write and produce, but he also did almost all of the albums instrumental arrangements.