PROFILE: Get to know the 10 To Watch For 2010 at Industry Takeover, Thurs, Feb 11th
They're young, gifted and - according to the Industry Takeover team - they've got the game on smash. Meet the 10 To Watch For 2010...
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CHERRI V
The UK’s most tempting R&B/pop newcomer, Cherri V has taken the music industry by storm with her outstanding live performances, gob-smacking acapella outbursts and stunning onstage charisma. Ms V has proven herself to be a fresh and delicious slice of truly sweet talent. The Brit school alumni, by the age of 17, had already toured with Mercury prize winner, Ms Dynamite and so we look forward to her gracing the stage at this extra special Industry Takeover. This little Cherri is getting riper and tasting sweeter by the second!
- Watch the video for 'Until The Sun Comes Up' here
- Listen to 'Until The Sun Comes Up' here
- Listen to 'Skool Days' here
- Check out Cherri V's website here
- VisitCherri V in Myspace here
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THE STOW
The Stow is a brand new band hailing from London. Haydn, Shi, Will and Matt were brought together through their love of music. After forming in the beginning of 2009, they have already caused a stir in the scene with their catchy songs and energetic performances, which have seen them grace the stages of Rough Trade East, ILUVLIVE, 93 Feet East, Embassy London, North by West Festival, Earls Court Festival (played in the station) and the Waltham Forest Festival, which led to them securing rave reviews with the organisers, who described them as the highlight of the festival in the local press (The Waltham Forest Guardian 16/7/09) The Stow’s influences are various and range from Jimmy Hendrix to Jay-Z and everything in-between. The guys are a true cross-pollination of musical genres and styles. With their forthcoming EP in the bag, The Stow are ready to change your perception of what a band should sound like.
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MAVERICK SABRE
This guitar wielding singer songwriter covers as many genres as an eclectic iTunes library, but that doesn’t stop him being a master of many trades. Maverick Sabre is Ireland’s offering to soul lovers... and reggae fans... and hip hop listeners... and the folk massive. His smooth vocal-stylings are matched only by his mastery of the acoustic guitar. The combination of the two is sublime. Armed with all the above, this able lyricist has silenced crowds with his lamenting socio-political content. Come along and catch him in action. This maverick posses an eclectic alchemy that is sure to spellbind.
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CLEMENT MARFO & THE FRONTLINE
The charismatic Clement Marfo is quickly proving to be one of the freshest new talents to hit the British scene. Born to Ghanaian parents and raised in South London, His eclectic musical palate takes in everything from Slick Rick, Tina Turner, Daft Punk, Kanye West to home grown talent such as Annie Lennox, Ms’ Dynamite and Dizzee Rascal. It’s small wonder that his sound crosses so many genre divides. Working closely with seven-piece band The Frontline has added even further dimensions to his music. Together Clement Marfo & The Frontline mix up rock, indie, soul, and funk flavours in their hip hop cauldron. Formed a mere seven months ago, the collective has already torn up venues from Brighton Dome to indigo02. Catch these guys at the Takeover… or pay festival prices later. Your call.
- Listen to Clement Marfo & The Frontline 'Champion' here
- Clement Marfo & The Frontline at ILUVLIVE here
- Watch Clement Marfo & The Frontline on Balcony TV here
- Visit the Myspace here
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MIKILL PANE
According to legend, Mikill Pane was not born; he was created by Justin Smith Uzomba as a nemesis for the former (now deceased) alter ego Smife. Pane resides in U.F.o TowN, where he writes...stuff. It's not rap - it's simply stuff. Pane has collaborated with indie/hip hop supergroup Mongrel (which consists of members of Arctic Monkeys, Reverend & The Makers and Babyshambles, as well as renowned UK MC Lowkey) and is set to work with Jake Gosling and Sbtrkt. This is all in addition to an already released, free EP entitled 'Shatter' and an impending free mixtape with his DJ Odin. Pane is currently playing various gigs on the live circuit. Catch him when he descends from cyberspace and lights up centre stage at Industry Takeover.
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SHEAN WILLIAMS
Some vocalists only have to be heard once for you to know they are special. Well, 24-year-old Shean Williams from Cambridge is very much in that category. Singing since the age of 5, Shean has made his name on the gospel circuit. A hungry and passionate recording artist, his talent was recognized by the late Michael Jackson, who Shaun had the honour of performing for. With ambitions to make 2010 his year to break through, Shaun’s embarking on tours with established artists and is readying the release of his first independent album. Make sure your front and centre when this man check the mic.
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SLICKMOUTH
Armed with a wealth of experience, culled from his life adventures in Nigeria, California and his hometown London, Slickmouth is a well-traveled b-boy with a global outlook. His positive lyrical content, polished delivery and soulful backing tracks have him ear-marked as one to watch out for in 2010. ‘Traveling Star’ is his long-awaited 20-track mix tape. Released earlier this year, the soulful pre-album is set to make his mark on the game. Catch the talented performer, songwriter and recording artist bring his music to life with the help of our live band.
- Download the 'Travelling Star' mixtape for FREE here
- Listen to 'My Hometown (Flashbacks)' here
- Listen to 'I Made' here
- Listen to 'Universal Soul Music' here
- Follow Slickmouth on Twitter here
- Catch Slickmouth on Myspace here
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FORTÉ
Born and bred in the depths of southwest London. Amma Forté Mensah is a promising singer/songwriter/poet. Her talents have already seen her bless the stage, performing and directing a number of successful Hip-Hoperas. Forté has also supported stars such as Ginuwine and Sway. Her unique style has been described as 'Erykah Badu meets Talib Kweli, on a date with Maroon Five'. Whether it be through song, drama or spoken-word, Forté’s profound, hard-hitting lyrics have shocked, impressing and electrified .Her smokey-smooth, sensual tone commands the stage from her first utterance, when she speaks you cannot help but pay attention. Forté’s talent and tenacity has taken her this far. Be there at the Takeover when she shares her journey.
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NAYTA
Nayta’s performing arts career began approximately four years ago on the roads of Plaistow. Inspired to write and deliver his own style of music and poetry; a precocious teenager dreamed of ‘verbalising art’. Raised in a Nigerian household, against the backdrop of East London streets, he has now blossomed into a creative force capable of representing his borough at the prestigious Portrait of a Nation Liverpool finale show and getting greasy with the bars live on Westwood.
An alumnus of Urban Development’s education programme, Nayta’s sound mixes grimey hues with poetic flows. His unique delivery has earned him stripes with the likes of underground heavy hitters Double S and P Money. This rising star has more than enough shine to give a memorable Takeover performance.
- Visit Nayta in Myspace here
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SEYI
Only just entering the music scene last year, Seyi wowed the Industry Takeover crowd in January with his smooth soulful vocals. The open mic battle was a close call but he eventually emerged victorious to claim his spot on the exclusive bill. Just 19, Seyi has plans to make inroads from the underground to the mainstream scene. With his passion and love for music increasing everyday, Seyi harbours plans to hit the studio hard and create the kind of hits that justify the buzz he started last Takeover. See what he delivers when he returns to our stage.
- Visit Seyi in Myspace here
