Magnetic North hit the ground running in 2003 when emcees Direct and Theresa Vu came together to write a song for an Asian American rally in Berkeley, California. The piece, titled "We Will Not Be Moved", was an ode to their heritage - a mix of refugee war stories and ruminations about skin color and stereotypes. Their mix of refreshingly honest rhymes and organic beats has since become the duo's trademark as they went on to rock stages and move hearts at hundreds of venues across the nation. Direct, the mastermind behind their instrumentals, draws upon his classical roots to create beats heavy on melody and acoustic stylings. He tops off his production with insightful lyrics and a uniquely versatile flow that make his vocals as much an instrument as a message. And then there is T-Vu, a female emcee with no need for the "female" qualifier. A wordsmith of rare caliber and presence - she's known for her precise delivery and no-nonsense rhymes.
Since their debut album release in 2006, Magnetic North has turned heads from execs at Universal Records to renowned civil rights activist Yuri Kochiyama. They've also collaborated with a number of artists including Vienna Teng and Wong Fu Productions, who produced their AAIFF award-winning music video “Drift Away.” Magnetic North is currently working on their next album to be released in late 2009.
Featuring Magnetic North, Vudoo Soul, Taiyo Na, Alfa, G*LEE, Marie Choi, SiC and Cinemascope Films.
We are pleased to announce:
THE RE-RELEASE OF OUR DEBUT ALBUM!!!
After receiving countless requests, and even seeing bidding wars of our CD on ebay from time to time, we definitely owe it to y'all to bring the album back to print. Of course, "Drift Away" is replaced by the newer "Within the Rhythm", but we added two new bonus tracks:
- Demons [rock remix feat. Thomas' Apartment] - Magnetic North [never before released]
HEY DEREK how are you i hope well. it still wont let me watch the new video that you sent to my private email..and idk why i even updated to the newest quick time. i think im gonna need your help or can you re-send it or send it the way you sent drift away? i got it with no problem and still watch it all the time. i love you guys hope all is well. cant wait to hear from you again. BTW are yall still in NY or what? much love
btw wish you, mani, and lyricks would've all been at the MN show for that asian hip hop summit tour thing (but the one here is 21+ which sucks).. I have to go to philly, brooklyn, or new jersey just to see you all together haha it's gonna be a sick show! have fun =)
just letting you know that i still think you both are awesome and always bring magnetic north up when discussing music with anyone. i keep your songs on my ipod so those who haven't heard of you will get a chance to appreciate your guy's work like i do. ;P
Hey real talk you guys need to come to Lansing, Michigan i know a lot of people that want to see you and would like to see you... pluse there is a big profit here for y'all...
HEY SEXY DEREK lol thanks for the email i got the vid but it wont let me watch it could you help me with that. and i wrote you back also and yeah i promise..you know what im talkin about but im sure i will love the vid thanks sooo soo much you are truly amazing!! and not many call me jess but you can lol -Jess haha love you DK i watch the finale B vid about 5 times just now and left more comments lol
hey guys ever since i got into your music and saw your music vid for drift away i was wondering where may i catch a glimpse of how the music video for so long looked? but i'm fine if you dont reply back either ^^
Awesome, I can't wait for the day yall come here again. ( I definitley won't miss it and gonna keep an eye on the schedule )
I just got the "OK" from my parents to get yall's CD (and the T-shirt) I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am becasue of 1, I'm getting your CD (since its not avalible here in my local stores) and 2, you replying to my comment. ( its an honor) Sorry if I'm sounding like a sap, but when it comes to this... I can't help it.
Can't wait for next year on your next CD, I'm gonna continue to support and follow. I'm just so thankful that I stumbled on to your music, I've been missing out...
HEY DEREK how was the wedding? you havent been keepin in touch with me like you used to. lol hope things are well. im thinkin and missin you for some reason. lol and i listen to your music everyday. you are so adorable. write me when you can.
