DOWNLOAD PRESS ZIP (INCLUDES MIX) HERE:
LINK: www.jo-s.com/jo-s_music_myspace/jo-s_press_kit_sp_sum_09.zip
Driven AM is proud to present a brand new studio mix session by LA's "Triple-Threat" Jo-s. The mix boasts an ample dose of original forthcoming material as well as vocal co-productions. In less than 2 years, Jo-s has re-invented himself as an artist; utilizing his vocal abilities to make it to the top labels of Drum and Bass such as Shogun Ltd. and a recent collaboration with Lenzman on the mighty Metalheadz outfit. This mix was recorded in one take along with additional vocals featuring the original lyrics of Jo-s.
PRESS RELEASE - SPRING / SUMMER 2009:
JO-S VOCALS EXPLODE ON THE DRUM & BASS SCENE WITH A VENGANCE!
After bursting on to the New York electronic music scene in the late 90s as a DJ and Producer, Jo-s has revitalized his sound by adding vocals to both his DJ sets and original songs. A top selling single and several signings have resulted from this new endeavor.
Los Angeles, CA. April 20, 2009 – After 14 years as a drum and bass DJ and producer, Jo-s is now developing his skills as a lyricist and vocalist. His congenital talents have allowed Jo-s to find new inspiration as he continues to explore his potential as a singer and MC.
“I’m always looking for new ways to expand the live performance aspect of my craft. Singing was the natural progression. It has expanded my skill set as an artist thus allowing me to add more production value to my live DJ sets. I’ve always felt it was important to be a positive spokesperson for the scene as well. My lyrics typify this sentiment. I choose to write about topics that step outside of the club scene.”
This positive energy and motivation to explore his potential as a vocalist earned him a 12" release signing on Westbay International Recordings. “Define” (co-produced by Kubatko) features the vocal work of Jo-s for the first time on vinyl. The lyrics of "Define" reveal that within drum and bass music, there are no boundaries.
"Reach out
inspire those
and in time
you'll find...
this ain't a sound
you can define."
"When I wrote the lyrics I was thinking about the genre splitting that was going on within the scene. I felt this was segregating the fans, producers and DJs. Throughout my tenure as a DJ and producer, I’ve explored all styles and I’m known for running the gamut of sounds almost every time I play. I represent progressive drum and bass music that moves the dance floor... that's my job as a performer."
Since Jo-s signed to Westbay Recordings (one of the top-ten selling drum and bass labels distributed through Nu-Urban Distribution), he has now garnered enough attention overseas to perform in the UK. In celebration of his forthcoming release, Jo-s played alongside such notable artists as Killa Kella, Dbridge and Lynx at a party called Diverse in Swindon, UK. He was also given a slot to showcase his vocal talents along with his DJ skills at Subfactory in Reading, UK.
As Jo-s continued to move forward with this newfound vision, he started receiving attention from various producers from around the globe. One artist who beckoned was Sinistarr hailing from Detroit. He flaunts an innovative, yet minimal soulful sound. "Vines" was the result of the collaboration. Sinistarr helped Jo-s reach artists like LTJ Bukem, Fabio, Spectrasoul, Random Movement and Stunna who are all representing his music.
In addition to working with Sinistarr, Jo-s was contacted by a prolific artist named Lenzman from the Netherlands. He is noted for releases on Spearhead, Phunkfiction and C.I.A. The two began collaborating on a tune called "Emeralds". DJ Friction signed it for release on his top ten label, Shogun Ltd. When Friction came to Los Angeles to perform at Bassrush in January of 09', Jo-s was invited on stage for an impromptu live vocal performance of "Emeralds". Now a smash hit, “Emeralds” sold out within a day when first released on promo. “Emeralds” also reached 1 on the Beatport and Juno download charts. The success Jo-s has enjoyed by pairing up with Lenzman has lead to other signings on such labels as Goldie’s highly respected imprint Metalheadz. Jo-s has also teamed up with Bcee of Spearhead Recordings to collaborate on a tune called "Mr. Bidigan" which has already received the remix treatment by Total Science.
Taciturn Digital
Established in 1999 as an outlet for New York underground dance music, Taciturn Records (as it was known then) released several Drum & Bass anthems that propelled the label to the forefront of US scene. In 2001, Taciturn signed a distribution deal with Sony Music’s independent distributor, RED. Subsequent releases were distributed throughout the world via this major network. Always on the forefront of technology, Taciturn signed a deal with RED’s digital distribution network in the last half of 2002. Thus, Taciturn Digital was born.
CONTACT:
International bookings can be handled through Jo-s directly. Music and more info is available here:
Myspace: www.myspace.com/djjosmusic
Facebook: www.facebook.com/djjosmusic
Twitter: www.twitter.com/deejayjo_s
A O L Instant Messenger: deejayjos
Jo-s is now available for national tour dates through Driven Artist Management.
For more information, please contact:
Dave Shichman
Driven Artist Management
www.myspace.com/drivenam
DrivenAM@gmail.com
A.I.M. - Driven AM NYC
516-353-0880
AVAILABLE NOW:
Lenzman feat. Jo-s - Emeralds b/w Mesmerized
out now on Shogun Ltd
LINK:http://tiny.cc/emeralds
Sinistarr feat. Jo-s - Vines
out now on Sonorous
LINK:http://tiny.cc/vines
Jo-s - Mainframe b/w Timepiece - out now on Taciturn Digital
(this is a digital re-release off of the previously released album "Firing Pin")
LINK:http://tiny.cc/mainframe_timepiece
Jo-s & Alder feat. Karl Cutta – Crumblin’ Empirez EP
out now on Taciturn Digital
LINK:http://tiny.cc/crumblin_empirez
* All of the singles from the previously released Jo-s album "Firing Pin", as well as all forthcoming music on Taciturn Records, will be released digitally through Sony's expanded digital network which will now includes iTunes, Beatport, Trackitdown, Juno and other quality DJ download sites.
AFFILIATES & SPONSORS:
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The 1st Original Jo-s Album:
"Firing Pin" Available on iTunes!
"Firing Pin" is the 1st original artist album by Jo-s released through Taciturn Records (NY). The track selection is a definitive look into the production history of Jo-s as it contains 13 original tracks, some of which have been released on labels such as Rawkuts (Rawkus), GFS / Argento, Caffeine and Taciturn. This album received national attention in the press in publications such as Mix Mag, Urb, Knowledge/ATM + many others. It was distributed through SONY Red Distribution and is available on iTunes as well as 20+ other vendors on SONY's digital network. At the time of the original release, it was featured on listening stations and available for purchase at most Tower Records and Virgin stores.
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