Off Factor Chandelier‘s upcoming project “Time Invested II” out March 28 on Fake Four, the Canadian hip-hop producer connects with Open Mike Eagle for “Sleep Upside Down”. On the LP Factor collaborates with his heroes, long-time friends and contemporaries including Open Mike Eagle, Ceschi, Myka 9, Def3 and many more.
“I’ve known Mike since early tour days, we’ve done a few collaborations on previous projects and with the vibe of my new album, I knew we had to make another one. When I heard his lyrics “it’ll be ok, we ok”, it’s the mantra that keeps running through my head with everything going on in the world right now. I wanted the music to have an original yet nostalgic sound to accompany his smooth flow and lyrics. Then Danny Levin’s horns took it over top.” – Factor
The series, taking its name from a text by Alain Locke, will make its debut on the network April 19, with a simulcast on BET. According to Pitchfork, it will feature guests of Hip-Hop peers including Method Man, MF DOOM, Phonte, Danny Brown, Lizzo, and past Open Mike collaborator, comedian Hannibal Buress.
“That book was a collection of essays, poetry, fiction, and music from a generation of emerging artists credited with launching the Harlem Renaissance,” Mike wrote in a statement with creative partner Baron Vaughn. “It was a place where Black people could define themselves instead of being defined by others. Our show aspires to do the same with stand-up comedy, music, and music videos. We’re paying homage to that original movement by inviting comedians and musicians to do what they do best: speak.” A trailer released:
Songs will be released in conjunction with each episode. This year, Mike, who has worked extensively with Mello Music Group, has appeared on albums by Blockhead and Pan Amsterdam.
The series, taking its name from a text by Alain Locke, will make its debut on the network April 19, with a simulcast on BET. According to Pitchfork, it will feature guests of Hip-Hop peers including Method Man, MF DOOM, Phonte, Danny Brown, Lizzo, and past Open Mike collaborator, comedian Hannibal Buress.
“That book was a collection of essays, poetry, fiction, and music from a generation of emerging artists credited with launching the Harlem Renaissance,” Mike wrote in a statement with creative partner Baron Vaughn. “It was a place where Black people could define themselves instead of being defined by others. Our show aspires to do the same with stand-up comedy, music, and music videos. We’re paying homage to that original movement by inviting comedians and musicians to do what they do best: speak.” A trailer released:
Songs will be released in conjunction with each episode. This year, Mike, who has worked extensively with Mello Music Group, has appeared on albums by Blockhead and Pan Amsterdam.
