Duartes by Nord1kone
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"Emcee Nord1kone teams with producer Brycon to bring a unique Hiphop audio experience"
Duarte's, the new release from Nord1kone, accompanied by Brycon, begins as a "virtual walking tour" through the tiny coastal town of Pescadero, a place known for mainly for bread and a 130-year old restaurant that bears the name of the man who founded it, Frank Duarte. For the next twenty some-odd minutes, Nord and Brycon take us on a creative and witty journey through beats, raps and rustic destination dining. It's not a traditional concept record, it's more of a "play within a play" - but it sets a tone allowing for both producer and emcee to explore concept and structure from a refreshing perspective. The interludes, skits and references all help to shuttle the experience back and forth through time and place, from the perpetually old-time seaside village to the new yet broken modernity of The City. There is a lot to digest here and luckily, there is ample opportunity to nod, reflectively and rhythmically, and sit back with the meal prepared by our humble chefs du jour. Duarte's Tavern is a tourist destination in its own right but this Duarte's should inspire repeated visits through the years.
Tracklist
| 1. | Intro: A Walking Tour of Pescadero | 0:55 |
| 2. | Float The Question | 3:27 |
| 3. | What Did I Say? | 3:58 |
| 4. | Never Get Back To | 4:56 |
| 5. | Startime | 3:32 |
| 6. | Do Something | 3:21 |
| 7. | T.1.M.T. | 3:00 |
| 8. | Outro | 0:46 |
Credits
Written by T. Dickinson & G. Kahn
Except “Never Get Back To” Written by T. Dickinson, G. Kahn & E. Granados
And “Do Something” Written by T. Dickinson, G. Kahn & S. Gabel
Produced by Brycon for Standards of Excellence Musical Solutions (BMI)
Scratches by Brycon
Additional Vocals on “What Did I Say?” by Amani Jade
Bass on “What Did I Say?” by Maitre D
Additional Vocals on “Never Get Back To” by Myles Davis
Additional Vocals on “Startime” by The I.M.F.
Additional Vocals on “Do Something” by Professa Gabel
Recorded & Mixed by Studio Don for Zero Data Studios
Mastered by Deegan Mack Adams
Photos by Laura Acton
Design by Laura Acton & DC Snyder
Executive Producers: Chuck D & Nord1kone
License
All rights reserved.
Nord1kone is a member of the Bay Area's Outsiders Syndicate, alongside Lmt. Break, The I.M.F., AO Lyrical, Jimmy Beatz, DJ MROK, Dee, and Chef Mike.
Nord1kone is a vicious freestyler and lyricist who has dedicated his life to Hip Hop and the pursuit of being the best Emcee he can possibly be.
When not pursuing music, he is a dedicated husband and father.