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Since the release of their debut album in 2008 “Shwayze”  Shwayze have made quite a name for themselves. Performing concerts nationwide and costarring with Cisco Adler on the MTV reality show “Buzzin”, the Malibu, CA hip-hop duo seem to be an unstoppable force.  In just a year’s time the two have grown to be American heartthrobs: singing their way into young girl’s hearts.

Keeping true to their roots, their new album “Let it Beat” consists of songs mostly about encounters with girls. Unlike their previous album though, they turn from their usual acoustic beats to experiment with a more electronic upbeat sound.  Don’t get me wrong though, the usual kick-back acoustic songs dominate most of the album; only a few tend to have pop undertones.

The single “Get U Home” is an undeniably a future chart climber. The new pop-style they are trying out is definitely working out for them. With just a few listens, the lyrics are stuck in your head. You find yourself moving to the beat of the song as soon as it begins to play. Like most pop songs, “Get U Home” is something you can listen to anytime, especially at a party. This new fun upbeat sound is shown in not only “Get U Home”, but also songs such as “Maneater” and “Dirty Girl”.

Don’t worry though, if your one to like the classic “Buzzin” Shwayze, they don’t disappoint in this album. With songs, such as “Sally Is A…” and “Perfect for Me”, the dynamic duo encompasses the easy-going spirit of California and young-love perfectly. Their slow-downed tunes are perfect for a relaxing day at the beach, especially is song featuring Snoop Dogg, “Livin’ it Up”.

Whether you’re looking for an album to chill out to after a hard day’s work or dance to at this weekend’s party, “Let it Beat” is the perfect choice. Shwayze is able to recreate the same sentiment of their original album, while throwing their fans a couple curveballs with a whole new pop-style. “Let It Beat” hits stores November 3^rd and is definitely an album worth checking out.

Album:  Let It Beat
Artist: Shwayze
Label:  Suretone/Geffen
Rating: 4.5/5
Album reviewer: Samantha Cano

Who: Black-Eyed Peas
Video:  I Gotta Feeling
Why you should watch:  Oh boy do they have a feeling!  Check out their latest music video on the eve of their latest effort which is set to drop on June 9th!

Video: PARENTAL ADVISORY

Who: Jupiter Rising
Where: Los Angeles
For fans of:  The Black-Eyed Peas
Why you must check them out:

The duo is comprised of singer/beatboxer/producer Spencer Nezey and already-music vet Jessie Payo and while they have been actually around for a while, 2009 seems to be the year where they can take Jupiter Rising from one of music’s best-kept secrets to one of music’s most dynamic duos.  Spencer and Jessie trade off vocals as effortlessly as someone who has done it for 20 years even though both have been making music together for only a few years.  The music represents a very diverse mix, ranging from Spencer’s flair for hip-hop beats inspired by Timbaland and Pharrell to Jessie’s upbringing with classic rock, blues, and eventually adding Europop and techno.  Both also add their dynamic songwriting, furthering their DIY approach to music. 

On March 17, watch out for their ironically named album “The Quiet Hype”.  Why the irony?  Because on March 17, they’re going to be anything but quiet.

NOTICE:  Watch out in the coming days for an album review of “The Quiet Hype, done by our Spencer A.

Links:
Official website
Official Myspace

Video:  Falling Away

Who: Shwayze feat. Cisco Adler
Video: Corona & Lime
Why you should watch:  Girls in bikinis.  Girls in lingerie.  Girls posing in bed.  Need we say more?  This would be a sports fan dream come true in this Shwayze music vid, complete with fine rap work by rapper/comedian/confidant Cisco Adler.

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