David E Beats (White House Band)
David E Beats, a rapper/ guitarist (hailing from D.C) wanted to get more exposure when he moved up to New York and was seeking to publicize his music in the New York Hip Hop scene. His music is Alternative Hip Hop, composed of bass heavy rhythms, electrifying guitar riffs, and honest; clever lyrics.
I AM PR Agency strategically built upon David E Beats moderate past success, to turn him into one of the top artist to watch in 2010. We helped and coached David on how to position hiscompelling story to the media and how to better connect with his target demographic. We encouraged him to look beyond just sharing his musicwith the world and suggested he emphasizes on his community involvement as well. Beats is a firm believer that people need to build courage and test the waters that is their dream. One of his goals in music is to produce great music to inspire others and implement social change. I AM PR Agency helped David E Beats brand himself as the king of self-confidence and empowerment.
As a result of our grassroots efforts in extensive media relations, David E Beats artist was crowned with the “Hip Hop DX Next artist “coveted title and one of the top independent rising artists in New York City! We secured media placements online, in print, and on the radio with top outlets!
His first music video “Maybe Tomorrow” was picked up by the VH1 Network and featured on MTV Music as well as MTV Canada and Spike! It entered the Top 50 of the videos the most viewed on May 22nd, 2010!
Music Connection Magazine, a monthly music trade publication featured Beats in its print March issue. Critics rated him a 7.4 out of 10 with an 8 for production & lyrics and 7 for musicianship emphasizing Beats has promising ideas.
Beats made his debut on national television in May 2010 on BET “The Deal”, becoming one of the rare unsigned artists to be featured on the show since it aired. The show covers the global movement, connecting viewers to what’s hot on the streets and in the industry. Additionally, Jimmy Jazz, the fashion leader in urban clothing featured him in their Spring Look book Online Campaign.
A sample of the advanced press coverage in the Hip Hop market is as follows: AllHipHop.com, XXLmag.com, BET, Hip Hop DX, URB Mag, Black City Mag, Business Unusual, Goom Radio, 88.9FM North Carolina, 90.3 FM WHCR, Afro American Newspaper, Spokesman Newspaper, Parle Magazine and more.
The positive PR coverage secured gigs for Beats at major New York music venues such as Kenny’s Castaways, and Santos Party House. I AM PR Agency helped Beats work on his live show and turned it into one of the most energetic, and captivating one in New York City accompanied by the White House Band. As a result, Beats performed at the 2010 SXSW Festival and the DIY Bushwick Music Fest.
Since working with I AM PR Agency, David E Beats went from an undiscovered raw talent to an artist on the verge of breaking BIG in 2010!
After bursting onto the national scene Hip Hop scene in 2009, David E Beats is continuing his ascent into the music industry. His first single “Walk In” landed straight on the banger section of XXL Mag.com and his first music video ever “Maybe Tomorrow” landed on VH1 Soul “Fresh New Music” , MTV and MTVu. Beats was selected to be in an MTVu Freshmen contest. The video was even ranked on the Top 10 most viewed videos! The video is now available via digital platform on MTV Music.com, MTV Canada and AOL Video. David E Beats second music video “Over Here” went viral , receiving more than 15, 000 views in its first week with features on The Source.com, DJ Semtex.com.
Hip Hop DX honored David E Beats as “DX Next Artist” and Jimmy Jazz dubbed him as ” one of Hip Hop’s Most Promising Artist.” A few months later David E Beats was chosen to participate in a Jimmy Jazz Spring Online Campaign. In March 2010, Beats participated in SXSW Music Festival (Music Tech Mash-up Showcase) , he also headlined the DIY Bushwick Music Festival, performed at the Time Out NY Make Music Festival and YUME Fest.
In May 2010, BET filmed a full segment on David E Beats for the show “The Deal”. Digiwaxx picked him for their Black Music Month Campaign and he was also reviewed in the print issue of Music Connection Magazine. In July 2010, a year later he jumped on the scene, David E Beats was nominated for the 8th Annual Underground Music Awards for “Best Contender” and “Best Music Video”. Beats performed over 50 shows since June 2009 at keys NYC venues such as Santos Party House, Sobs, Crash Mansion, National Underground and more. Beats recently formed the White House Band. They opened for Noreaga for CMJ 2010 at Sobs. They released a music video “The Bond Song” and a debut EP “The Method”. They currently embarked on “The Stimulus Package” Tour and are gearing to release an EP named after the tour.
Press
BET | MTV| VH1| URB Mag | Hip Hop DX| Centric TV.com | Chronic Magazine| J’Adore Magazine|Jungle Gym Magazine| Art Nouveau Magazine| MTVu “Hot Seat” Interview|Music Connection Magazine| Afro American Newspaper| Diamondback Newspaper|The Spokesman Newspaper| Jimmy Jazz.com|
RADIO:
WVKR 91.3 FM Poughkeepsie | WHCR 90.3 FM Harlem| WCCR 640 AM| WMUC 88.1 FM (DC)
WHSA 88.9 FM (NC)| WBCR 1090 AM| KYHY 92.5 FM (CA)| WRFB Radio Brooklyn| Phoenix Radio (Australia)| Goom Radio/ All Hip Hop Radio| New Town Radio|
What The Press Says:
“David E Beats is a talented artist whose musical versatility will open up many avenues to him in the coming years.” – Javi, Hip Hop Ruckus.com
” David E Beats is a breath of fresh air destined to break through the game with no holds barred. The exhilarating single “Walk In”, is a proof of his true craftsmanship and what is to come.” Taisha Brooke, radio personality for the Wax cafe/PNC radio
”Good energy, positive+ fun performance”- Stephanie Sobelli, Bowery Poetry Club
It is always refreshing to come across a new artist full of drive and determination. David E Beats is one of those artists and I look forward to seeing great things from him in the future. Get familiar NOW!!” Priest Forever_Equilibrium Radio_WHCR 90.3 FM_Harlem NYC
“I don’t think David’s going to have a problem breaking the mainstream barrier. [...] Get acquainted folks because this guitar-playing hip hop artist ain’t going nowhere!_” Danielle Young_ Chronicmag.com
“Studio recordings only capture a fraction of Beats’ skills. The real excitement begins when he takes the stage with bass-heavy hip-hop rhythms, electrifying guitar riffs and clever lyrics.” _Marcus A. Williams_Washington Afro-American Newspaper
David E Beats carries a very unique influence in his music, combining Hip Hop with a very Electronica type of sound. These blends of sounds gives his music a very refreshing twist, and indeed I have become a great fan of his lead single “Over Here” _Gary A Swaby_Koalition Mag
“Being one of the future leaders of the new school David E. Beats knows the history of the craft is important as well. With a mic and a guitar, Beats does not look like your average emcee of today.”_Parle Magazine
“David E Beats is what’s right with music today. A strong DIY attitude with music that acknowledges where it’s come from but still clearly knows where it’s going. David marries programming and sampling with actual musicianship in a way the is both familiar and new; transporting the listener to a place that is at once comfortable and exciting.”_ Z Jadwick – The Sweatshop Studio, Brooklyn
“David E Beats has a very eclectic style, which translates organically in his music. He makes no apologies for being different & I love that.” -Brn Skn Radio
“Dope Tracks. It’s always refreshing to her something NEW especially when its as DOPE as this!!! David E Beats is a BEAST on the guitar!!”_ Musik Junkies.com
“New artist David E Beats blends rock, blues, and hip-hop together to create some of the most interesting and good music that my ears have ever heard. Homie is almost like the B.B. Kings or Muddy Waters with a little bit Andre 3000 mixed in.”_Brumskine.blogspot.com
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