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ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT
Hip Hop / Soul / Rap

New Music - STRONG

Atlanta, Georgia
United States

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Last Login:  1/7/2010
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Member Since7/23/2005
Band Websitewww.arresteddevelopmentmusic.com
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Record LabelVagabond Records & Tapes
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jan 9 2010 9:00A
High school of the Future - (This is a Speaking engagement not a show) LES BROWN & SPEECH Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jan 12 2010 10:00P
Belly Up Aspen, Colorado
Jan 17 2010 7:00P
Morehouse College (International MLK Chapel) - A KING Family Celebration (feat. SPEECH sin Atlanta, Georgia

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“Our mindset, our music, our stage show and our sense of urgency are stronger than ever before" - Speech

STRONG (AD’s New ALBUM) is that perfect mix between heavy and light, thought provoking and fun. It's a blend that only ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT can bring to Hip Hop & jam. It's the return of people’s music, and even if you weren’t the people the music was intended for, you can still feel it – it offers a deep human connection, through sonic celebration.

STRONG is a more musical offering than any other previous AD release. The band shines more than ever before, funky pop jams like, "The World is Changing" show a side of AD that only live fans usually get to hear or quirky songs like, "Haters" which hints at musical styles of groups such as Queen. "We have been trying to match the energy of our live shows to our recordings every since we started. Now we finally got it! We’re fired up!", says Speech. We’ve experimented with different time signatures and grooves more than any other record in the past.”

The album is produced by Speech, recorded at the Podium. (The same studio that cranked out Speech solo hits like: "Spiritual People", "The Hey Song" and "Like Marvin Gaye Said". The songs were primarily written by the entire group except Baba Oje' whose been recuperating after an unfortunate fall during a recent tour in France.

Every song on STRONG shows the musical prowess of a group that refuses to fit into the “just add water” normalcy of today’s hip-hop.

The group was founded in the late '80s by rapper Speech who decided to make the transition to a more positive, afro-centric viewpoint after hearing Public Enemy. Not to mention, his mother has owned a community newspaper every since Speech was 7 years old. Each member had a deep belief in music and helping those who have less opportunity to grow. Arrested Development's debut album, 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of... produced the hits "Tennessee” ,"People Everyday"(a rewrite of Sly's "Everyday People") and "Mr. Wendal" sparked the album to sell over four million copies. If winning MTV music & video awards in the early nineties, plus Grammys for Best Rap Album and Best New Artist wasn't enough, the group also was named Rolling Stone's Band of the Year 1993. Accolades poured in from their live show to their political activism. Arrested Development soon returned with the Grammy nominated Zingalamaduni (1994), which some reviews hailed as a major work, then the group suddenly took a 5-year hiatus, none the less releasing new material was always in their plans, so starting with the new millennium the band went back to what they do best...LIFE MUSIC!

Since their last release in 2005 they’ve added a new face. Newest member, Tasha Larae (28 yrs old) met Speech at a church function in Atlanta and was asked to tour with the group. She may end up being a permanent member in the coming months. She'll be replacing Nicha who was featured on the groups’ last album two albums.

A.D. respects women, promotes family, spirituality and male responsibility. Their music addresses consciousness, the earth, African self-determination and love. They call their live shows celebrations and you won’t want to miss their show, which is among the best in the industry. They were the first African - American artists to donate money to Nelson Mandela and the ANC to help South Africans; they also donated $20,000 to UNICEF for relief in the Congo, they've done charity for Homeless organizations, inner city youth organizations, women's prisons, anti – human trafficking groups, schools, BARACK OBAMA, The Churches of Christ and universities across the globe.

Eshe (dancer of the group) adds, “This album has strong jams for the world to dance, think and have fun to!”

Arrested Development is about significant music built on history and tradition, but pointing the way toward the future.

© 2009 Vagabond Records and Tapes

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Advocate Records

Advocate Records



 Jan 7 2010 5:20 PM

Greetings ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT, and thanks for being a part of the Advocate Records network. We have placed a music player below so you can check out the soothing melodies and uplifting music of one of our artistes - Jodian Pantry.

Enjoy !!!




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Hippie Skull



 Jan 7 2010 5:20 PM

thanks for the add!!! Blessed Be and Namaste
SOULBRO

SOULBRO



 Jan 7 2010 5:20 PM

Xtra SOULBRO thanxxx. Peace - Unity - Love & Having Fun!
Luis Hernandes

Luis Hernandes



 Jan 6 2010 10:06 PM

Thanks for the friendship!
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 Jan 6 2010 10:06 PM

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 Jan 6 2010 10:05 PM

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Applause Productions

Applause Productions



 Jan 6 2010 10:04 PM

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PhaReal

PhaReal



 Jan 6 2010 10:04 PM

Give thanks...Wishing you have a productive year,Thanks for the support, appreciate the love.....Keep the link... Bless...
The PhaReal Ent Family
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Tony Davenport



 Jan 6 2010 6:03 AM

Stopping by to show some New Years blessings. The sky is the limit when your desire is strong!
Sandy Zacky

Sandy Zacky



 Jan 5 2010 7:16 PM

Happy 2010 : )

Best Wishes,
Sandy
CLASSYUS CLASH

CLASSYUS CLASH



 Jan 4 2010 9:25 PM


vem logo ouvir a música do novo talento brasileiro do Hip Hop no fogo. Sou o que sou. A visão, observação e ação neste mundo louco. A batalha continua! esperamos você aqui no QG Soljah.


vient tout de suite écouter la musique du nouveau talent bresilien do Hip Hop in fire . Sou o que Sou . La vision , le constat et l'action de ce monde fou . la bataille continue ! on t'attends ici au QG soljah .

comes immediately listen to the music of the talented new Brazilian Hip Hop in fire. Sou o que sou. The vision, observation and action in this crazy world. the battle continues! we expect you here at QG Soljah. FAYAH 2010
LO

LO



 Jan 4 2010 7:04 PM


 
KC Artist Consultancy

KC Artist Consultancy



 Jan 4 2010 4:39 AM

Well, hello there, and thanks for becoming a friend of the KC Artist Consultancy! We hope to chat to you soon. Remember, if you need any guidance in your music career development, you need only ask! Visit us via our profile or drop us a line at kc-artists@hotmail.com.
Jade

Jade Lee



 Jan 4 2010 4:39 AM

hi! have a wonderful week.
Restib

Restib



 Jan 2 2010 7:13 PM

thx  4  the  add!!
James-Michael Smith - Methodist Examiner

James-Michael Smith



 Jan 2 2010 7:13 PM

Happy New Year, AD!  Thanks for continuing to set the bar high for what hip hop can achieve!

Also, on a semi-selfish note, read this and share it with your Pastors or Small Group leaders  http://tinyurl.com/ykhgv5w
PHOENIX

PHOENIX



 Jan 2 2010 7:13 PM





OYEN

OYEN



 Jan 2 2010 5:12 AM

thanks for the add
xoxo
ute

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 Jan 1 2010 10:32 PM


 

This poster I found today on ebay-you have many  fans in germany
Ilona

Ilona



 Jan 1 2010 10:32 PM

Dear AD, thank you for your New Years Show in Osaka! Tasha was the first, Baba Oje the second to toast for 2010! I will never forget - this was such a beautiful evening. Take care and true love from the heart, Ilona-san
Enid

Enid



 Dec 31 2009 10:19 PM

We have one more day to celebrate the new year...so, I am here to wish you and your love ones a safe new year...enjoy yourself! HAPPY NEW YEAR EVE!!!!
Dionysus

Dionysus



 Dec 31 2009 10:18 PM


Many blessings in this wonderful new decade ~ Cheers, Star
*Andre*

*Andre*



Dec 30 2009 10:31 PM

you sound amazing. thank you for the request!
Nicoli

Nicoli Scalapini



 Dec 30 2009 10:31 PM

THANKS FOR THE ADD AND INSPIRATION!!
Medicine Song Woman Brenda MacIntyre

Medicine Song Woman Brenda MacIntyre



 Dec 30 2009 10:31 PM

Thanks for the add. You guys rock!! Been a fan for many years.

Many blessings for 2010,
Brenda, Medicine Song Woman
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