Giant Step Records Update - 12/7


Andrew (andrew@giantstp.com)
Tue, 7 Dec 1999 17:12:44 -0500



What's up everyone,

Andrew here from Giant Step Records here again with another Giant Step
Update.

** DISCLAIMER ** you're on our list because you are one of thoses people
who loves music and would be interested in finding out what we have to
offer. If you don't like music and want off our list -reply "YOU'RE
WRONG" and I'll remove you.

With that said - let's get it on.

here's the highlights:

Femi Kuti - US debut LP "Shoki Shoki" hits stores Feb. 2000
          - US tour set for early February

Anastacia - "I'm Outta Love" 12" in single is burning up the charts
          - new single in the works for early 2000

Amel Larrieux - Amel took on NYC for a special live show and TURNED IT
OUT!
              - Debut solo LP "Infinite Possibilities" hits stores Feb
2000
              - US tour dates being set for February

Apollo 440 - "Getting High On Your Own Supply" to hit streets in early
2000
          
Krust - "Coded Language" comes out this month
      - Krust record release party in San Francisco - Dec 16th

Events - NYC Giant Step evnts include
> Groove Collective Live w/ Primordial Source
> Jingo Record Release party
> Miles A Head Series Finale Bash
        
Yours truly - Mr. Chips aka The Beatnick to spin live on the web
              and special after party with Philly's Cozmic Cat

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DETAILS

** FEMI KUTI **

The long awaited release of Femi Kuti's US debut

> "SHOKI SHOKI"

will hit stores this February on MCA records

12" remix singles of "Beng Beng" have been sent to selected DJ's

A tour will be set up in February as well to celebrate the LP's release
A full listing of cities and date s will be announced shortly

If you have seen the show before, I'm sure you will agree that it is,
without a doubt, one of the most impressive shows you will see. If you
haven't DO NOT MISS IT!!!!!!!!!!!

For more info on Femi, his releases or to get a sapmle of his sound
log on the Giant Step Website @ www.giantstep.net
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** ANANSTACIA **

She's new to the Giant Step roster of projects
but is making a world of noise in the club.

After hearing her increadible voice on "I'm Outta Love"
we decided to catch up with Ron Trent and Matthais Heilbronn
to do the remix business.

What we came up with was four hot house remixes which are burning
roofs off of clubs across the States and Europe as we speak.

HOT OFF THE PRESS: Next single "Not THat Kind" is being remixed by
Maurice Joshua, Grand Style and Hex Hector

Stay tuned for more info on Anastacia and her soon coming
Epic Records debut LP.

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** Amel Larrieux **

If you were in NYC on November 22nd
you would have had the chance to see Amel rip it up at the
Bowery Ballroom. As Bobbito and Spinna tossed beats off the stage
to warm up the crowd inside, a mob scene waited to get in
at the front door. In front off a shoulder to shoulder audience
Amel turned it out for an hour long performance that had people
screeming for more. Our thanks to all of you that came and
showed your support.

Amel's solo debut LP

> "Infinite Possibilities"

hits the street February 15th

In conjunction with the release will be a US tour
stay tuned for tour details to be released shortly

For those who have been asking we will have remixes on "Get Up" from Ron
Trent and Jephte Guillaume at start of 2000.

And for all of you who've asked how to say her name it's
Ah-mel La-ru

for more info on Amel Larrieux
log onto www.giantstep.net or www.amellarrieux.com
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** Apollo 440 **

After establishing themselves with seven years of block
rockin beats, Apollo 440 is back with their latest.

> "Getting High On Your Own Supply"

which is set for release at the start of January

The band are currently on a world tour with European and UK
Dates through to mid December. Japan, Australia and USA are
being scheduled for February.

> "Stop the Rock"

Apollo 440's first single from the upcoming LP
can be found in selected record shops. If you can't
find it - school your shop owner!

Currently getting massive specialty radio airplay and getting adds in DC
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** KRUST **

As one of the undisputed pioneers of Drun'n'bass as it's
know today, Krust has joined with Island/DefJam to release
his solo debut LP out December 14th

> CODED LANGUAGE

MixMag says: "Unmissable"

Touch Magazine says: "Groundbreaking genious"

I say - DON'T SLEEP! GET IT THE DAY IT COMES OUT!

CODED LANGUAGE the 12" single featuring Saul Williams
is in stores now

-if you are in the San Francisco area Thursday Dec 16th
join the crew at Eklektic for the record release party
@ 78 Minna

for more info on Krust, sound clips, UK tour dates, etc.
log onto www.giantstep.net or www.krust.co.uk
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** GIANT STEP EVENTS **

NYC Giant Step evnts include

* Jingo Record Release party
   W/ special dj's Ron Trent and Nickodemus
   Saturday Dec 11th @ #1 Front Street - Brooklyn

* Groove Collective Live w/ Primordial Source
   Friday Dec 17th @ Irving Plaza

* Miles A Head Series Finale Bash
   Monday Dec 20th @ the New Chaos
   SPECIAL GUEST TO BE ANNOUNCED

for a full listing of events, dates, and details
you guest it - log onto www.giantstep.net

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Lastly

For all of you who've asked me for mixed tapes or
"When are you gonna play in my town?" well here's
your chance to hear me spin.

This Thursday at 4:30-6pm
I, Mr. Chip (aka The Beatnick) will be spinning live on the web
as a guest spot on www.mediabureau.com 's Alpha Lounge with Cozmic Cat.
Log on - check the upper right corner "LISTEN NOW" click on and I'll
be there!

I've been asked to play my favorites so expect some hip hop
that you haven't heard in years, trip hop beats that radio
won't play and maybe a suprise or two in the mix.

Later that night I will follow up the with an after party
with another set with the gang at Groove Lounge in Philly
at St Jack's on 3rd & Chestnut in Old City Philly - no cover!
10-2am
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Once again I thank you for your constant time and support
and we will speak again soon.

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send demos to
Maurice Bernstein
c/o Giant Step Records
62 White Str # 3R
New York Ny 10013
 
send promos to
Andrew Nelson
Maurice Bernstein or
Jonathan Rudnick
same address

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or know someone who would - email me

nuff's enuff
Yours musically
Andrew Nelson
Giant Step records
Marketing & Promotions



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