Ice PR Ltd and the Funky Bunker Studios are the summation of a life hooked on music for JP. With a passion and energy that’s infectious, J’s music collection varies from Al Green, Curtis Mayfield, Boom Town Rats, Talking Heads and Blondie, Junior English, Nicky Thomas and to the ‘toasting’ styles of U-Roy, Big Youth and Yellow Man.
The natural progression for J was to start DJing and rapping which sparked a knack for promotions. A successful run of club nights ensued. After a stint at Lloyds Register of Shipping, J decided to pursue his music career full time and chance meeting with Tim Russell in 1993 marked the beginning of a meeting of minds. With Tim as his musical mentor J continued DJing and promoting club nights and landing a weekly residency at Divine FM.
By 2001 Jason had become disillusioned with the state of the quality, enthusiasm and passion that once had been the pride and backbone driving the music business. After many a consultation with Tim, the pair launched Ice PR Ltd with a vision of creating a professional yet organic environment for quality talent to evolve and succeed.
Tim Russell (Managing Director, Producer & Sound Engineer)
Tim Russell is of the classic old – school ilk, his introduction to the trade was at one of London’s best known studios – Trident Studio’s in the heart of Soho. A significant location and significant timing, this was still the pre-MIDI era, so Tim’s profession was learned using old fashioned yet classic techniques, that have produced so many timeless albums.
Tim worked his way through the ranks eventually leaving Trident (by then Audio One Studios) as House Engineer. A short time at Chrysalis Music was followed by 5 years at the Marcus Recording Studios as In-House Engineer. Here he worked with acts such as ASH, ETERNAL, BRAND NEW HEAVIES, CARLEEN ANDERSON, THE ORB, N-TRANCE and the ELECTRIC BOYS. . After a string of Chart topping recordings and mixes, he went freelance, working in all the top London Studios. Acts included: BRAND NEW HEAVIES, ERIC CLAPTON, SHOLA AMA, 2PAC, N-TRANCE, JOE, ASIAN DUB FOUNDATION, DENI HINES, JTQ, N-TYCE and ALEXANDER O’NEAL to name but a few.
Tim’s ethic begins from the grass roots and with his new recording studio and record label venture he’s keen to produce more quality music, in an industry currently dominated by manufactured pop stars. He firmly believes that efficient, focused, economic recordings can be produced without trading off individuality and quality.
Influences
ALL OF THE GREAT MUSO'S OVER THE PAST 400 YEARS.......................
Making a rare U.K. appearance at ICU LIVE 7 at the Chinawhite Club on the 29th July, Michael 'Bubbles' Oliviere, the man behind hits by Jennifer Lopez, Black Eyed Peas, LL Cool J, Everlast etc, is previewing tracks from his latest release “Unfinished Business/Soon Come”.
This glorious album, which mixes Reggae with Soul music, Calypso, Salsa, a smattering of Steel Pan and a little bit of Jazz, also features the track “Reggae’s Here Once Again”. This recently re-released track, both here and in Japan, features the vocal talents of our opening act: Nashon ‘Outrageous’ Prince.
This unique performance is not to be missed.
STOP PRESS: EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
With our closure of the FUNKY BUNKER Studios facility (www.myspace.com/funkybunker) , we have now put all the equipment from both studios up for sale on eBay. If you would like to own a little piece of recording history, then please make your bids via eBay! Happy Shopping!!
UPCOMING GIG:
Announcing the return of the I.C.U. LIVE at CHINAWHITE nights. Following the phenomenal success of this night last year, we have been asked to return and do it all over again except this time, it's on a Tuesday night! We look forward to seeing you all there for the launch of the I.C.U. Recordings Label. Featuring performances from three of our main acts: Dan Bowskill debuting his full band, Pirate Casino and Jelone, this promises to be a night to remember! See you there.
For guestlist places contact: jp@ice-pr.com
BREAKING NEWS:
"More Than Music" is getting some great reviews! TOUCH Magazine, The Independent Music Magazine, Vibes Magazine and BLUES and SOUL Magazine to name a few along with an interview in The VOICE, are all building Dan Bowskills profile nicely.
Airplay is coming from MTV Base, BBC Radio 2 (Mark Lamarr), BBC Radio 6 (Don Letts), Hfm 92.3 (Dave Charles) and student radio stations around the country, notably Scotland where Soul City (Glasgow) and Fresh Air (Edinburgh) are showing great support. OnLine stations such as BigUp Radio and Reggae Online are all giving good support. Spread the message: DAN BOWSKILL is a rising star!
HOT NEWS: Dan Bowskill's track "Holy Land" featuring Black Rein has started to get airplay in all the right places! Mark Lamarr on BBC Radio2/6 has given both the single and the album "More Than Music" the highest praise and various other regional stations have started to give support! Watch this space for more updates!
About Us:
Jason Price and Tim Russell are the small yet extermely effective independent record label INNER CIRCLE UNIVERSAL. Here is a list of the acts on the roster at present:
Jelone
"My Sheknique", Jelone's new album is out now and available for download exclusively from www.ice-pr.com. Get it now for the ridiculously fair price of £9.99.
This soul pop icon has recorded almost 30 tracks. There are also 12 remixes that will be available in the months to come so keep your ears to the underground! With Production from Russell McNamara, Mushtaq, Rick Smoove & James Ribbans you cannot afford to be without this album!
Watch Jelone's video for his debut single 'Jane (she says...)'.
Pirate Casino have their new album available for exclusive download from www.ice-pr.com. Get "What You Came Here For" and the single "You" now! Be the first one to own a copy!
The newest member of the family! These boys are the 'Real Deal'! We have finally found the rock representive for the Ice-Pr Ltd stable. Brothers James and Sean Gadd are the dynamic songwriting team behind this kicking 4 piece West London outfit. Look out for any shows these boys do, as they are blinding and set for the big time!
Check out their stunning video for "You", the debut single!
"More Than Music" is getting some great reviews! TOUCH Magazine, The Independent Music Magazine, Vibes Magazine and BLUES and SOUL Magazine to name a few, along with an interview in The VOICE, are all serving to building Dan Bowskills profile nicely. They are all unanimous in their praise of the album! Check it out, they can't all be wrong!
Dan Bowskill's track "Holy Land" featuring Black Rein has started to get airplay in all the right places! Mark Lamarr on BBC Radio2/6 has given both the single and the album "More Than Music" the highest praise and various other regional stations have started to give support! Reggaes biggest on-line station BigUp Radio will start airing the track from Fri 29 Feb. 08 on the JahLive show at 3 and 9 am and pm. This goes out acroos the US too! Watch this space for more updates!
Dan Bowskill has his new album "More Than Music" and the Russ Disciples derivative "More Than Dub" as well as the awesome single "Holy Land" now available for exclusive download
at www.ice-pr.com.
Roots reggae crossover sensation and former Hiittes frontman, Dan Bowskill signed an exclusive deal with ICU records back in January 2006. Recording at the Funky Bunker Studios ensued soon after. Produced by Jason Price, Tim Russell and Danny Vibes with breathtaking performances from Perry Melius (drums), Wayne Nunes (bass), Stanley Andrews (guitar), Tony Ayiotou (guitar), Kofi Kari Kari (percussion), The Flaming Horns (brass), Mike Martin (Keys), Jelone, Bess Cavendish,Alison Grant and Michael Oliviere (backing vocals) and a collaboration with rapper Black Rein. This is one those albums that will go down in history as a classic! Out now for digital download, exclusively at the ICU Store.
Watch the video for "Holy Land", Dan Bowskills gritty collaboration with Black Rein!
Andrea Black has two releases; "Perfume Girl", produced by Mike Bell, and "Lizard Talk", created with and produced by wunderkind Robert Logan, now available for exclusive download through www.ice-pr.com.
Eclectic singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Andrea Black has released numerous alums worldwide thus far including "Laid Back In London", "Jumping From The Wall", and "When Hot Dogs Fly", with one half of Loop Guru, Slipper.
"Unfinished Business/Soon Come", the new album by Michael Oliviere, is now available for download exclusively from www.ice-pr.com. A great deal at £9.99
Songwriting legend Michael "Bubbles" Oliviere has been a cult figure since the global Hip Hop community proclaimed his 20th Century Steel Band track "Heaven and Hell is on Earth" a 'classic'. Sampled by the likes of J-Lo on "Jenny from the Block", Black Eyed Peas "Say Goodbye", Jungle Brothers "True Blue", Soul II Soul "Dance" (Club Classics Album), KRS1 "Stop the violence", Xzibit, Everlast, Salt n' Pepa, and LL Cool J's "Whatcha Want", featuring Freeway this sample is truly legendary. Micheal Oliviere's new album "Unfinished Business/Soon Come" is the latest release from a true pillar of the Hip-Hop community! Check it out now!
Alison Grant's album "Pen to Paper" is finished. The wait will soon be over. Look out for it on download exclusively from the store at www.ice-pr.com
This soulful Rn'B songwriting sensation has collaborated with Jazzie B and performed on Lemar's album,(backing vocals on, "Time to Grow"). After signing a management deal with Ice-Pr Ltd, Alison is currently working with Jason Price and Tim Russell on her debut album. Mixes are done ad the album has been sent for mastering in New York. It won't be long now! If you can't wait for the album until early next year, then check her out on
Natasha Drum is a R'n'B singer/songstress and a true beauty! Previous collaborations include; Fusion, Killa Kela, Rick Smoove, Illinton and Black Moth Connection. Her lastest offering the 'Here' E.P. is now available for download exclusively from the store at www.ice-pr.com! Get it now!
www.myspace.com/natashadrum
BLACK REIN:
HOT NEWS! Black Reins collaboration with Dan Bowskill on the track "Holy Land" is starting to get noticed! Mark Lamarr on BBC Radio2/6 has been hyping the track on his shows and regional radio is starting to get on-board! Watch this space for updates!
Black Rein has been representing the mean streets of Bow E Dot 3 on Dan Bowskills new album. Check out the video for 'Holy Land' (as shown above.). Also watch out for tracks from the street classic "Planet of the Chimps" mixtape/DVD. A full album is in the pipeline for early next year. It will be worth waiting for! www.myspace.com/blackreinuk
GIDEON ROGERS:
Gideon's new album "World Peace" is now available for download exclusively at www.ice-pr.com. A great album at a great price: Yours for only £9.99. Get it now!
A former member of the legendary 20th Century Steel Band with Michael "Bubbles" Oliviere, Gideon Rogers has produced a little gem of his own. Produced by Jason Price and Tim Russell, his album "World Peace" showcases song styles from around the world. A unique, versatile blend of calypso, funk and African rhythms are fused with reggae beats to create an explosive world music dance sound. One to watch out for!www.myspace.com/gideonrogers
OUTRAGEOUS:
Nashon Prince son of the Mystic Roots drummer Barry Prince, this prodigy promises to deliver the goods! With all round singing, songwriting and production talents backed up by convincing performances, you won't be disappointed!
www.myspace.com/outrageouslyloveliuk
PHUTURE FUNK:
Funky House Producer/DJ. Watch out for the Phuture Funk EP which showcases the vocal talents of Natasha Drum on, "Too Deep", Ijahwali Thomspon on "Now The Love", and Michael Sinclair on, Hold Your Head Up". With remixes from Ben Casey, this promises to be one humdinger of a debut! www.myspace.com/phuturefunk
RICH LOUISY:
Storm Productionz head man. Whether it's deep house or hard hitting hip hop beats this guy has his game all sewn up. Richie has completed recording with the sensational Rebecca Scales. Watch out for the 'Sunshine' E.P., available now from InnerCircleUniversal Recordings and the www.ice-pr.com store.
www.myspace.com/stormproductionzuk
ROBERT LOGAN:
Robert Logan has a new release with Andrea Black called "Lizard Talk" available for download exclusively from the ICU Store at www.ice-pr.com. Out now for only £9.99
18 year protege with an electronic edge. Robert has recently collaborated with Ivor Guest, who has used Roberts unique talents on the new Grace Jones album. Currently contemplating whether to go to the Royal Academy, Robert signed to InnerCircleUniversal Recordings in June last year. Catch his electrifying debut album "Lizard Talk" with Ice-Pr Ltd artist Andrea Black now! www.myspace.com/robertlogan
STEVE CASSIDY:
Watch out for the "KIMEERA PROJECT EP", out now for download exclusively from the www.ice-pr.com site store. This is a very moody piece, capturing Steve at his absolute best. Don't miss out!
ICE-PR's in-house drummer. This man has been down with the team since day dot! With over 25 years experience Steve Cassidy regularly gigs with "Here and Now" and "Planet Gong" on the European festival circuit alongside his latest project "House of Thandoy" whilst keeping up with his other trancy and house flavoured productions. Cool grooves from a very busy boy!www.myspace.com/fluidgrooves
FAKE CELEBS
(Shelly Buckspan): This innovative blend of funk and blues is bought to you live and direct from
Ireland. Watch out for the mind blowing performances from the tightest live act on the circuit. Watch out for the debut album "So Eclectic ", coming soon! www.myspace.com/fakecelebs
FULL PHAT ENTERTAINMENT:
Aaron Winston is another foundation member of the team. Full Phat currently collaborating with Natasha Drum, Alison Grant and Black Rein. Keep your ears to the ground for his remix for Jelone's "Cotton Candy". http://www.myspace.com/fullphatentertainment
IJAHMAN LEVI:
The ORIGINAL roots reggae legend who was one of Chris Blackwell's first signings to ISLAND RECORDS back in 1977. This partnership was responsible for the for the Classic albums, "Are we a Warrior" and "Hailie Hymn". Ijahman went on to form Tree Roots Records and Publishing. He now has a total of 28 albums in total. All of the Tree Roots Records catalog will soon be available for download from the ICU Store.
JAI CRUZ:
Son of award winning songwriter Michael Oliviere this young talent is definitely a chip off the old block! After signing to Ice-Pr Ltd, Jai has begun writing tracks with Alison Grant for forthcoming albums with these amazing talents. He is also co-producing tracks for his fathers album. Look out for Collaborations with General Levy and Patriot on Jai's myspace: http://www.myspace.com/jaicruiz
KICKBACK PRODUCTIONS:
Joey Stix is the man behind the sound. With his hypnotic beats and melodies this south London genius is set for huge success. Watch out for the Joey Stix remix of Jelone's "Young Man", available for purchase from www.ice-pr.com later thiis year. Yet another exceptional talent! http://www.myspace.com/kickbackmuzik
NIC KASPER:
This Brooklyn based producer genius flew over to London to produce six tracks for various acts on the Ice-Pr Ltd roster. Currently working in NY with the band KUDU, in between all his other production commitments. This is a man you cannot afford to under estimate. Remember you have been warned! www.myspace.com/niccodamus and www.nickasper.com
INNER CIRCLE UNIVERSAL RECORDS's Friend Space (Top 22)
Jason!!!! Random speaking with you today! That was funny, anyway what was ur website u we're talkin about? I wanna check it! Also see my new page on my top friends list¬!!!! ADD ME! Loving ur reggaaaay sound dude! Kisses x x x x x
HEY YOU!!! ROLL ON THE MUSIC VIDEO! AND WE SHALL RECORD THE RADIO INTERVIEW NEXT WEEK IN THE EVENING SOME TIME.... BY THE WAY CAN I GET SOME TOP FRIENDAGE!!!
I wish you have a safe and wonderful weekend. Thier are crazy people that get in thier car crash into others kill them and get nothing happens to them. Take care of yourself. Love Ya Your Fan Yani
Happy Valentine's Day! I hope you and that special someone have a great day... I have snow and ice on my end.. No way to go out tonight.. I had to cancel the party and move it to Friday the 16th... So that's what's up! Have a great V-Day.
Hip Drop wishes you a happy new year 2007 !
4 new song extracts are here for you to discover and download
on our website, and also on My Space.
(These songs are currently being mixed and mastering is not finalised.)
Hip Drop is pleased to announce that one of our songs:
" We Shall Overcome"
received an international award: "Other Songs" (Euromed Café).
"Other Songs" is a competition of songs inspired by peace and intercultural dialogue.
Hip Drop is currently looking to create partnerships (manager, record label, patron) to organize the release of their first album.
Thanks for checking our page out !
Bonjour !
Hip Drop vous souhaite une bonne année 2007.
Vous pouvez dés maintenant découvrir 4 nouveaux extraits
sur notre site, et aussi sur My Space.
(Ces morceaux sont en cours de mixage et pas encore passés au mastering.)
Hip Drop est heureux de vous annoncer qu’un de nos titres : « We Shall Overcome » à été primé au concours international « D’AUTRES SONS »(Euromed Café).
« D'Autres Sons » est un concours de chansons inspirées par la paix et par le dialogue interculturel.
Hip Drop est à la recherche de partenaires (manager, label, tourneurs, mécène) afin de mener à bien la sortie de son album.
Merci de faire tourner notre page !
Et bonne écoute
Thanks for coming and showing love on myspace. Hope you're cool and life is blessing you. Hey I am putting up on my first acoustic rehearsals with my new band, maybe you could check it out, its a bit blurry but thats cause it was recorded with my phone, proper reality thing gonna on, anyways speak soon.
