SlimKid3

Bio:

.. "SlimKid3's Cafe"

The new full-length album by Tre Hardson

IN STORES NOW

Pick it up at your local music store or download music from iTunes, karmadownload.com or anywhere music can be obtained legally and support independent music today

Jazzy, soulful and melodic, Slimkid3 has re-emerged onto the hip hop scene with a new band, a new album and a diverse musical soundscape all his own. Formerly of the legendary L.A. hip hop group The Pharcyde (known for their innovative style, humorous and off-beat lyrical imagery, and infectious beats), Tre Hardson is now exploring the boundaries of hip hop as a solo artist, replacing the standard industry format of drum machines and sampled beats with live instrumentation and collaborations with some of music's most adventurous and expressive performers such as spoken-word artists Saul Williams and Gaknew of Fresh City, as well as MC Lyte, Chali 2na (Jurassic 5), Kim Hill (Black Eyed Peas), and N'Dea Davenport (Brand New Heavies) to name a few. His 2002 record, "Liberation," (released under his given name, Tre Hardson) pushes these boundaries with a personal lyrical examination of life, love, evolution and music, while showcasing the well-crafted rhymes, thoughtful lyrics and rich vocal delivery that brought him acclaim with The Pharcyde. His follow-up album, "Slimkid3's Cafe," is in stores now and Hardson -- along with his live band -- perform regularly throughout the U.S. and Europe. Check back for tour information and updates.

"Knockin'" from "Slimkid3's Cafe" in stores and on iTunes now


Get this video and more at MySpace.com
"Something 2 Live 4" featuring Kim Hill from the album "Liberation" available on iTunes

Member Since:

August 05, 2004

Members:

Tre Hardson on Vocal
Barry Hinton on Bass
John Taylor on Guitar
Kerim Imes on Drums

To hire Tre Hardson for session work go to www.esession.com/trehardson
To Hire Slimkid3 as a DJ leave a Myspace message.

Influences:

Jimi Hendrix, Sly Stone, New Birth, Chaka Khan, De La Soul, The Roots, Pharcyde, Tribe Called Quest, Brand Nubians, The Clash, L.L Cool J, Quincy Jones, BDP, Van Hunt, The Jackson 5, Micheal Jackson, Prince, Mos Def, Black Star, FishBone, General Public, English Beat, Public Enemy, NWA, Ice Cube, Earth Wind & Fire, Rick James, Tina Marie, Leaders of the New School, Busta Rhymes, Jazzy Fat Nasteez, John Coltrain, Thelonious Munk, Fatlip, Wu Tang, Hieroglyphics, Slum Village ... Also 2 the Love and my Muse, Martha:

To one of the Greatest beat-makers of all time, James Yancy aka "J Dilla," Rest in Peace. 2006. This was an amazing person who did wonders for our careers. It was a pleasure working with you, Brothahood. One Love.

And Rest in Peace to my cousin and producer Anthony DeShawn Walker AKA "Beide II". Love You Always Bro. Not a day goes by where I'm not inspired by your life and the time we spent together. You are heavily missed. May Olodumare carry you to the Heavens with all the Blessings.
Beide II 1974 to 2006.

Sounds Like:

Hip Hop music mixed with old-school soul influences, backed by live instrumentation (The Roots-style, but with more melody).

Record Label:

Flying Baboon

Label Type:

Indie