So I know it's been a few weeks, but we figured we'd quickly give a run down of what happened at Nerdapalooza SE. The show was alot of fun. MagiTek played 4th so there wasn't much of a crowd, but those that were there seemed to enjoy the set. We played a brand new track entitled "This Toss" which will most likely show up on the next Cd we drop. More on that as it developes. Don't hold your breath though. A new disc is a long way off. To read J's blog about the event click here. No shows lined up at the moment, but hopefully that will change in the near future. We're gonna be focusing on recording some new tracks for now. We'll keep ya posted.
-J
MagiTek is playing their second show on August 25 up in Gainsville at Tim and Terry's. We got some surprises lined up so make it if you can.
What's up everyone? Just stopping by to let everyone know that a new track has been released. It's a Thugmasta J track entitled "Fresh From The Rivers Down Below" and it's the first song that we've made that may end up on the new album. We're gonna leak a track every now and then to let everyone know we're still busy. Anyway, it can be downloaded here. Enjoy!
-J
Ahhh, feels good to finish some touch ups while also finishing off some fried chicken. J and I have modified or added a few things around the site. Mostly in the Band Members section and Music/Audio. We cleaned up some links, lists, etc.I also fixed all the mp3 tags around the site, from the few old tracks we have here to the full download of "Distorting Reality For Better Perception".
Still set to play our 2nd show on August 25th in Gainesville, Florida. We're part of an all day festival event showcasing unique geeky music and nerdcore acts. As soon as it's all completely solidified we'll spread the word and details. Now concerning new muzaks...
Looks like we couldnt go a year after finishing our last album without another one taking form...although very loosely. It should be noted that we have been and will be in "laid back chill mode" for an extended period time, so it's not like we have anything substantial yet. New stuff will be made when we feel like it, and maybe you'll see a completely new album next year. In the meantime we're strongly considering a new EP of revamped older era MagiTek tracks. A great deal of them deserve to be brought back and up to speed.
Already about halfway through the year...crapshaith. Well, it's been a good one so far!
-Quartz
Sorry for the lack of updates. There actually has been a lot going on, but we were having some technical issues. I'll get everyone up to speed. I guess the first thing worth mentioning is Stranded. It's a track we threw together with Krondor Krew, ZeaLous1, and Mega Brain 30. Give it a listen. It's over in the Web Exclusives section.
Secondly, MagiTek did play their first show at Atomic Garage in PSL on April 28th. We got a great response and everyone said we killed. There are some pictures from that event in the Images section. J has a write-up about the experience in his Live Journal. So does Mathaeis.
Here's a nice little announcement for your ear. MagiTek will be playing another show, this time at Tim and Terry's up in Gainesville on August 25th. Not much info has been finalized. More on that as it becomes available.
Finally, we should probably let it be known that there are new tracks in the works. Early forms...
Remember the last update where we were talking about a crossover track with Krondor Krew? Well we finished it and it made it onto Rhyme Torrents Volume 6. Rhyme Torrents is basically a compilation cd for nerdcore rappers. We're track 23 on there. Give it a download and check out some of the other nerdyness on there.
So what's next for MagiTek? You'll be hearing something new sooner then you think.
Well here we are, already a quite a few steps into the new year. It's been a while since we last updated, and so much has occcured, so it is prime time time for another state of the MagiTek address.
First off, last year was a good year for MagiTek. We buckled down and finally finished up and released "Distorting Reality for Better Perception". It is largely regarded as our best creation to date. We managed to get the album in the hands of more than a few groups of friends. Can't say that it sold many copies, but we haven't given up on promoting it. In fact, promoting that album is something we will focus on in this new year. Particularly with finding more people who might connect to our vibe. The internet is of course a large part of this.
So what have the time trippers been up to since the album was completed? Well, things have shifted a great deal. Thugmasta J has relocated to living in Orlando. Quartz on the other hand still resides in MagiTek's original stomping grounds, the 772 (PSL). MagiTek was originally going to take a kind of hiatus or rest. We planned on maybe producing some new material here and there, but thanks to easy development and web communication, various new tracks are in the works and new ideas are being hatched every day. More so then ever before, actually. Most of our previous work had been very conceptual, thematic and fantasy based. While those elements will always be within MagiTek Music, we are currently expanding and evolving with broader subject matter, tools, and styles.
A good part of this is due to our involvement with Krondor Krew. Most notably Quartz Relic, who has become their third member. He is contributing raps, tracks and mixing on their first official self produced release. Be on the look out for that because it should be sexy in a stealthy kind of way. And since MagiTek is taking a more natural approach to creating music, it's only natural that collaborations with Krondor Krew would take place. There is a crossover track nearly completed entitled "Sky Scraper". It's a story rap deep action track, that flat out kicks ass. Expect that in the next month or so.
The last thing worth mentioning is the first ever MagiTek show. That's right, MagiTek will actually be playing live. It'll be on April 28th at The Atomic Garage in Fort Pierce, Florida. The event is a nerdcore show hosted by Krondor Krew featuring Funky 49, Emergency Pizza Party, Chef Dick, and mcRT. Shaping up to be awesome, but some details are tentative. More on that as it draws closer.
Finally, we're proud to announce that Distorting Reality for Better Perception is now available for download in it's entirety. It's time we sit back and let the music speak for itself. In the past, we charged for it, but we figure exposure is better then attempting to make a buck. Anyways, download and enjoy MagiTek's currrent magnum opus.
So as you can see, there is a lot going on, even more than described here. The essentials have been covered though. Like underwear. The next updates will be Sky Scraper. Til then, remember, the possibilities are endless.
