JIMI HAZEL: 21st CenturySouthBronxRockStar

Jimi Hazel

21st CenturySouthBronxRockStar

© 2002 Gumbo Recording Co. (660662944328)

Heavy Rock and Soul from the genius of 24-7 Spyz..A mindblowing combination of aggressive guitars, mega fat grooves and soulful vocals.Rock and Soul music for the new millennium.A one man wrecking crew breaking new ground in a genre that he helped define.

tracks

1 The Ladybug Speaks
2 21stCenturySouthBronxRockStar
3 Waiting for the Sun
4 SoulSucker
5 Face the Day
6 Faithless
7 The Saturday Song
8 October
9 Keeper of the Flame
10 It's your World
11 Sheep
12 Comeuppance
13 Faithless[inst]
14 Face the Day[inst]

notes

Jimi Hazel.Guitarist.Songwriter.Producer.Founding member of the groundbreaking,genre smashing black rock band,24-7 SPYZ.
And now,for the first time,a solo artist!!!But wait-Let's go back a minute-for a brief history lesson.(kinda brief!)
In 1989,a band emerged
out of the South Bronx bringing a new sound that combined
elements of Rock,Funk,Jazz,Reggae and Rap.This would become
the foundation many a band would stand on!!In the process,
they also helped to shatter the stereotypes and dispel the
myth that "Black Bands Don't Rock!!Following in the paths
laid down by Jimi Hendrix,P-Funk,Mandrill,Bad Brains and
countless others,how could they not?????After releasing
six cds:Harder Than You(1989),Gumbo Millennium(1990),This
is 24-7 SPYZ(1991),Strength In Numbers(1992),Temporarily
Disconnected(1994),"6"(1995-European Release)and Heavy
Metal Soul By The Pound(1996-U.S. Release)-much to the dismay of the fans worldwide-they disbanded in 1997.
Jimi needed to take a much needed rest:He produced all
six of the Spyz cds as well as being the primary songwriter
(along with bassist,Rick Skatore.)Not to mention,non-stop
touring around the world for almost 8 years!!!Well,vacation
time is over!!!This CD finds Jimi ready to rock as only he
can!!Jimi plays all the instruments on the CD:Guitar,Bass,
Drums,Keyboards and last,but not least,Vocals!With guest appearances from Turbo B of SNAP!,D.J.Rocking Rob and Renell"Ladybug" Richardson,the party is on and rocking! Jimi produced and released
this CD on his own label,"The Gumbo Recording Company,thus
opening a new chapter for a man who knows no boundaries!!
Like Jimi says,"ROCK WITHOUT SOUL,DON'T ROLL!!So true.
Listen to the audio clips and hear why this man is so well
loved and respected,all around the world!!

21stCenturySouthBronxRockStar??YES.HE IS.AND MORE!!!

NOTE:DUE TO OVERWHELMING DEMAND, MY SOLO DISC WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE AS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD DISC ONLY!!!! THE NEW SPYZ JOINT TITLED "FACE THE DAY" WILL BE AVAILABLE ON CD BABY SHORTLY AS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD DISC AS WELL! THANKS TO ALL OF THE WONDERFUL PEOPLE WHO SUPPORT REAL MUSIC!!! CHECK 24-7 SPYZ OUT AT: WWW.MYSPACE.COM/HMS4L OR WWW.24-7SPYZ.COM AND YOU CAN FIND ME AT: WWW.MYSPACE.COM/SEPIAXL

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  • heavy metal soul by the pound
    author: eric treece

    jimi hazel the guitar and music master is the best guitarist and muscian of all times.jimi for jimi hendrix and hazel for eddie hazel of parliament and the funkadelic

  • the best
    author: chris treece

    need it be said twice master jimi hazel is the best guitar player that ever played guitar.

  • heavy metal soul by the pound
    author: chris treece

    jimi hazel is the extreme of guitar talent that the earth has ever seen.when it comes to guitar jimi hazel is one of the best of al times.peace

  • Jimi Hazel is one bad mutha f**ka. Don't sleep.
    author: The Moses Gun

    cor·nu·co·pi·a: Pronunciation Key (kôrn-yu'-ko-pee-ya) noun. 1.An overflowing store; an abundance: a cornucopia of musical styings.... An immensely talently guitarist and songwriter, Jimi Hazel led 24-7 Spyz to a cult following of rabid fans (like yours truly).In an era of big-haired, spandex sportin' girly men playing souless scales and neo classical bullshit, Jimi dared to go against the grain & play from the heart.While not very popular in 1989, his musical chops have not only stood the test of time, but grown as well. This new disc is like a Spyz disc on steroids.We've always known the brotha could jam with the best of 'em, but who knew he'd go all Prince on us and play all the instruments on the disc? And sing as well? I must admit, I was bit apprehensive.The track record for guitar players in successful bands (Keith Richards, Jessie Johnson, Dave Navarro) to flip and step to the mike has produced many a cringe-inducing effort.An apperance by the dude from SNAP! was frightening (on paper) as well, but the track was suprisingly fluid (No pun intended).Jimi has proven that he's an artist first, and has more in common with the Goodie Mob's Cee Lo (in terms of realizing one's vision) than the aforementioned players. Enough of the chitter chatta'. Four stars.Jimi Hendrix's "Axis:Bold as Love" would be an example of a five star effort.This is not on that level (but seriously, what is?) but is better (by leaps and bounds) than roughly 90% of modern rock out now. **** Ricardo H. bassist - The Moses Gun Chicago, USA

  • Freedom!
    author: Angel El Poeta

    Your cd is like FREEDOM! Freedom to do what you want. It feels good to set back hear your music. I would say don't stop but I have a feeling you won't anyway! www.cdbaby.com/angelmusic

  • Jimi serves up soulful rock like no other...... 5 Stars
    author: L Biggie

    Jimi continues to progress as a songwriter, singer and guitarist with the unique ability to meld 60's/70's funk, soul and rock with a heavy guitar tone. Although I miss a full band and the guitar solos were a little low in the mix, Jimi continues to impress and blaze an original path with his unique chord voicings, incredible multi-layered vocal tracks and a slamming attitude. Picks up right where Heavy Metal Soul By the Pound left off, a great disc for any 24-7 Spyz fan, I love this man!

  • like pizzahut jimi delivers in 30mins. or less
    author: mofoxl

    what can I say but get the damn thing & enjoy!! plus cd baby got it to me in no time flat.

  • The Godfather of Funk/Metal
    author: Schroeder

    Slammin cd that picks up where the Spyz left. Jimi as usual does it all, with class power and soul. A must have for any music lover with an open mind. This covers all the bases from Heavy Meatl to Rap to Funk to Soul...a homerun, outta da park. Thanks for keepin it real Jimi Peace Out

  • Come to Sweden......
    author: GEEZER

    Hi Jimi You really rock. I saw 24-spyz in Stockholm Sweden in 96 or was it 97?. Fuckin great concert. to bad it was only me, my brother, my friend and a few other nobodies there. Now it´s time for you to visit Sweden again. You are the gratest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • DAMN! WHERE DID HE COME FROM??
    author: Jada Locke

    On the advice from a long time Spyz fan who said "if you think today's music sucks, listen to the future". I tried to keep his copy, but that was not to be. I was amazed and in complete awe of this cd! This man is truly amazing on all levels! The soul from the vocals, the thoughts in the lyrics and the musicianship made me ask the burning question, "WHERE DID HE COME FROM"? And he's a CUTIE PIE! I'm a new fan and I can't wait to see him solo or with Spyz! Buy this cd and you'll hear something that's been missing from the scene....GOOD MUSIC!

  • WOW
    author: TC

    This guy knows how to rock. This is the best blend of various styles of music that I have ever heard on one CD. I can’t take this thing out of my CD player. The melodies are stuck in my head. The groves and vocal harmonies are great and the guitar playing is outstanding. I can’t wait for a new SPYZ CD. Keep the Soul.

  • THE KING HAS RETURNED
    author: Lothar - -BRO247

    This is truly the best solo CD you'll ever find. I've been a strong follower of Jimi's music and his band 24-7 Spyz since The Band The Red Hot ChilliPeppers turned me on to them in 1989. They suggested I check out 24-7 Spyz. and they we're right the SPYZ sound is truly unmatched. Now, as a solo artist jimi keeps that sound alive by playing all of the instruments himself. this CD covers everything from A to Z it is tight, correct and Stunning. This is the perfact BluePrint for any serious solo studio artist. Jimi is truly incredable .He is this generation's Hendrix who has created his own sound & style. Everytime i play this CD i find myself staring at my player like it's a T.V. Everyday i find a new song stuck in my head like"KEEPER OF THE FLAME" "COMEUPPANCE" and for the lovers , "OCTOBER" this CD like all of his others is music you don't hear on mainstream , You Hear his music in your heart & mind. This CD. Grooves & Prooves why he IS, has BEEN and, always WILL BE concidered "The KING of Underground TRUTH Music" So congradulations to all of you new commers to this man's music. You are truly in for an enlightning Experiance..Jimi Thank You 4 Everything..!!!!

  • I love this cd!!!!!
    author: Angel Veil

    Jimi, I love your music soo much!!! I can't wait too see Spyz or your solo band in LA. You've got soo much groove and feeling to your music. The guys in the band Korn turned me onto your music. I'd love to meet you Love, Angel www.angelveil.net

  • author: stf

    grandiose !!!! enfin.... dommage pour la "batterie"

  • Yeah ! Jimi Hazel is back !!!
    author: Gerry

    Yeah ! Great ! Jimi is back !!! Nach jahrelangem warten, hoffen und suchen in sämtlichen Medien (meist im www.), ist endlich wieder Futter für meine Ohren auf dem Markt ! Jimi Hazel meldet sich zurück ! Und das recht fett, wie ich finde, nachdem ich hier in sein Solo-Album gehört habe ! Ich höre von der ersten Stunde bis heute den Sound von 24-7 Spyz voller Begeisterung. Die Jahre ohne neues Material von den Spionen waren hart ! Ihre Deutschland-Konzerte ´94 ´95 ´97 waren super ! Nun muß ich nur noch die CD haben. Wird wohl nicht leicht eine in Deutschland zu bekommen !? Ich werde alles versuchen, eine zu kriegen ! Jimi don´t disappoint us ! Rock on !!! Your Sound is great !!! Gruß an alle Spyz & Jimi Fans ! Gerry aus good ol´ Germany – Duisburg.

  • Wellcomeback
    author: Sebastian Lorenz

    I was waiting for many years now, to hear something from Jimi Hazel. Now we got it. He is back like we knew him. Power- and soulful, heavy and smooth. I hope to get his music with a real drummer in future. Jimi show us more of your tallents!!! I'll thank you in advance for it.

  • Jimi Rocks Indeed!
    author: Iron Poet

    jimi hazel is back baby, and with some super cool tunes! what else would you expect eh? i admit, the 24/7/spyz stuff does it more for me musically but not by much. after a good listen it is apparent that mr. hazel was responsible for a great deal of the spyz sound and direction, not to take away from those guys as they are some bad ass players! jimi baby....tour it man, tour it down south, let's have some rock, roll, and soul, in birmingham man! Dave VV

  • this is some great shit !!!
    author: Asaf

    Jimi is great as usual !! loved 24-7 spyz, and im falling in love in the new cd !! just buy this funk-rock-soul-metal album and enjoy, ASAF.

  • A BREATH OF FRESH AIR
    author: Neftali Santiago

    A breath of fresh air in this radio polluted, junk infested music scene we call "The future of music". "Hold your ground Jimi, you're not alone". WE WILL: Together we will testify We will funk-a-fy We will unite and rock this party called life We will fight the fight We will rock the mic We will bleed all over our music written by, Neftali Santiago 4/18/2003

  • Outstanding!
    author: JMC

    Not often do you hear an artist that can create a new musical realm...Powerful and beautiful!

  • Bravo!! Outstanding and standing out ,are y'all hearing me?!
    author: Mikhal Caldwell

    Jimi,Jimi,Jimi, Why do you have to hurt'em so bad! This is amazing stuff. Every song on this cd is so hot you can light blunts with it. Every song is stuffed with reality that you can see in everyday life,how much fresher and real can music be ?! Outstanding compostions and as we have all known and come to expect fabulous guitar work. This cd contains some of the most soulful vocals EVER put over power chords. This is the goods!!

  • Modern Rock Guitar Hero
    author: Josie

    I saw him several times here in europe and was soonly in love with his sound. And as guitarist I am he was one of my idols. Never played boring rock - chlichés and all of his guitarlicks were filled with that kind of soul-groove. He was and is in the best way a modern fusion/crossover rock-guitarist. Keep it alive !!! Josie josi@uni-duisburg.de

  • A right to the jaw
    author: Keith Snyder

    "Waiting for the Sun," "Face the Day," and "Keeper of the Flame" are on heavy rotation on my laptop. Stop reading reviews and buy it.

  • jimi hazel is the real future of modern rock music!
    author: linda santiaglio

    i've been a fan of jimi's since the 24-7 spyz days. the spyz were 10 steps ahead of everyone with the six cds they released.this cd shows the reason why! jimi's songwriting and musicianship are exceptional! this cd is a shining example of what the future of heavy,melodic and soulful music could and should be! face the day is the way i start my day-everyday! waiting for the sun & faithless are destined to become classics! is rock radio sleeping? are record companies so blinded by "fake american idols" that they don't see the "real american idol" right here? you are the future of modern rock music! thank you, jimi hazel, thank you!

  • A Revolution Is Lead By A Revolutionary
    author: Dick Gregory Jr.

    Jimi Hazel didn't leave us stranded, he's back in the house without the clown or the bandit.Jimi Hazel makes music dance like lightening over the evening sky. From the wake up call title track 21st Century South Bronx Rock Star, to the wonderfully orchestrated Faithless Jimi Hazel makes you feel alive. He invites you into his world, and locks the door behind you. Taking you on a voyage of the soul. This man is poorly underated and underappreciated, all because of one thing C***R. You fill in the blanks

  • Simply Slammin!!!
    author: Carl Tindall

    This cd is toally and completely slammin!!! What else is there to say?? I mean look who it is!!! Jimi Hazel has the maddest phattest licks and kicks on the planet!!! If you don't buy this Cd, you are a moron. Peace!!!

  • This is one rockin` cd,Jimi`s done it again !!!
    author: JohnXL

    My man Jimi is rockin` your world once again ! The under-appreciated Spyz may not be around,but Jimi is and he is back with a vengeance.No one combines Metal,Rock,Funk,and Soul like he can,If you love music,you`ll love this. I`ve known Jimi for a long time and have heard his music from the humble begining of 24-7 Spyz to now,and he is truly more talented than anyone will ever know.21st Century South Bronx RockStar is a worthy release,get it and let Jimi rock your soul !!!

  • Funksoulmetaliconciousnesswith thump!
    author: Jon Sutherland-Most rock magazines on Earth

    What an amazing CD! A brilliant kaleidoscope of tasty music. Jimi Hazel has taken so many beautiful colors, heavy sounds and street harmonized them so that the funk and rock is bountiful and fresh. My brother has balls of lead showing off his sensitive side, while keeping it crunchy and riffalicious. I don't know anyone else who could pull this off. Great music will challenge you, artists of this caliber are brave, yet naked prey, they are willing to go where nothing is safe and only true expression is real. 21stCenturyBronxRockStar dominates my CD player. It's as good an offering I've heard from anybody in this world in '02.

  • Harder than Hard, Stronger than Steel--Jimi's the man
    author: MiketoneZ

    Coming from a long-time 24-7 Spyz,"Jimi welcome back!!!! Jimi's ability to combine heavy metal,funk,pop,soul, encapsulated in a shell of some of the heaviest damn groove you've ever heard is second to none.His soulful voice combined with his XXL riffing has created something.....beautiful. I just hope he hits the road with this (crossing digits).

  • author: DAVE THOMAS

    JIMI'S BACK!! AND IN YOUR #$%^@ FACE. THIS IS THE BEST CD YET. IVE BEEN JONSING SINCE THE SPYZ BROKE UP FOR NEW MUSIC AND THIS IS IT AND MORE! GLAD TO KNOW JIMI IS STILL KICKIN IT OUT.

  • I love this cd!!!!!!
    author: Rachel Sterling

    I was amazed at how Jimi blends sooo many genres into one specific style. This cd makes you want to grind and bang your head from the get go. Really heavy guitars and as alot of bumpin' grooves too. I love it!!!!!! Thanks Jimi!!!!!!

  • It's About Time! This CD Is HeavyMetalSoul at its best!
    author: Dieter Schulze

    It is my honor to write about a CD that has raised the bar when it comes to REAL MUSIC!Thoughtful,Insightful,Heavy and Melodic all at once!I've been a SPYZ fan since 1989 and I truly believe Jimi comes closer to legendary status with every CD! But this one really shows that his gift of guitar playing,songwriting and vocal ability is truly God given!Thank You Jimi,for sharing your gift and not leaving us stranded!And Yes-Faithless is a crossover Hit!So is Waiting For The Sun! Germany Is Waiting-WITH OPEN ARMS!!!

  • Looking ahead, not forgetting the past.
    author: Marc McCoy

    A promise was made years ago and this CD delivers. There always seemed to be a void in music which the Spyz always filled. This CD delivers powerful soulful metal with a message. Thanks Jimi, you didn’t leave us stranded.

  • The 21st Century South Bronx Rock Star is The hotest
    author: Brother-In-Law Ron Marshall Jr.

    Brother-In-Law this is a hot CD.I'm truly feelin this CD. The 21st Century South Bronx Rock Star is tight. I've never listened to Rock Music at all until this. I play this CD every day like taking vitamins.Good luck and Blessings, DO YOUR THING BROTHER-in-lAW. KNOCK EM DEAD!

  • Jimi Hazel returns with a 10 megaton blast
    author: Butterfingez

    The opening bars of Jimi Hazel's 21st CenturySouthBronxRockStar is hearalded with Jimi saying "Can y'all feel that".Appropriately so because what comes before it is a 10 megaton guitar blast so evil,menacing and thick with soul that it would leave most nu-metal guitarist cowering in a corner sucking their thumbs in the fetal position.A sound not only heard but felt deep in your chest cavity where your heart will jump up and say "WHAT THE FUCK WAS THAT" as soon as it stops pounding.Which won't happen untill long after the last track fades from your demolished speakers.What else would you expect from the mastermind behind 24-7spyz.But if you think you can dismiss 21st CenturSouthBronxRockStar as just another solo laddened wank-fest think again.Hazel delivers 14 soulfull tunes that compell you to shake your ass and bang your head.

  • Major Kickass Heavyness!!!! JIMI'Z JAMMIN'
    author: Chris Brody

    This disc smokes from start to finish!!!! Covers everything from funky R&B, melodic jazzy tunes to gut-wrenching grindcore. Imagine James Brown meets Slipknot but in JIMI'Z and 24-7 Spyz own style. Fun stuff. I can feel the mosh pit brewing in my living room. BUY IT now! 'Soul Sucker' is an instant EPIC. Glad to see Jimi is back and pumping out music again. This disc is long over due. Jimi RULEZ!!!!!!

  • THROBINGLY GROOVALICIOUS! 21stCENTURY GREATNESS!
    author: Linda K. <aka>The Rock Chick!(UK)

    It seems like only yesterday,when Jimi said he would'nt leave us stranded!And with this CD,he stayed true to his word!HeavyMetalSoul is real and Jimi is the father!The lyrics to his songs speak directly to me and the grooves make me shake my ass and bang my head!PLEASE COME TO LONDON! (or anywhere in europe!)WE NEED TO SEE YOU!BADLY!

  • I've been waiting 4 a sign! There Is A GOD!! This ROCKS & ROLLS!!
    author: Warren Rogers

    This CD should be given to all the bands who continue to Rip-off Jimi!That way,they can hear that what they try SO hard to do,he continues to do what is REAL for him!How else can you crunch with SoulSucker and be loving with October?Hardcore with Comeuppance and more R&B than most R&B cats with Faithless? SPYZ started it and Jimi is gonna finish it! Thank You for NOT forgetting the fans!The CD is EXCELLENT!!

  • Just another great CD from Jimi!
    author: Pauly

    Just when I was getting sick of all the new music coming out I found this! This is as hard rocking as anything Jimi has done in the past. The lyrics and structure of songs like Waiting For The Sun and Saturday are what shows that this man is a musical genius. Jimi DIDN'T leave us stranded!

  • Jimi's back...
    author: Todd Jasko

    Once again, Jimi hits us with an album that shows his amazing ability to incorporate amazing riffs, beautiful soulful melodies, and intense power that hits you upside the head all in the same song. With complete creative freedom, Jimi played everything on this one and his vocals are even better than on HMSBTP. Never afraid to tell us how he feels, he definitely puts emotion into every song and it comes through in the music. If you like rock with an injection of soul, you have to hear one of today's guitar masters doing what he does best.

  • FINALLY ! - Something to be excited about
    author: Don Price - Hotrod Otis

    After a very long wait, I was so glad to see that Jimi hasn't forsaken his fans .... this cd picks up musically where THE SPYZ left off ... While remaining true to his songwriting roots, this cd is not another cliched wanna-be, but delivers the hard rock/rap/R&B and jazz, with strong melodic hooks that initially influenced me so much, and what fans have come to expect from him - Love live Jimi and his music - Don Price www.hotrodotis.com

  • Jimi kicks ass in a major way
    author: Vinny V.

    It picks up where '6' left off. Very crunchy and smooth at the same time. A must have for 24/7spyz fans.

  • truly amazing
    author: Lou Lou

    This cd is not only great it's amazing!! It covers everthing from A-Z. I hope some of what this guy has touches alot of hearts.

  • DAMN!!THIS FUCKER ROCKS!!
    author: Shaun Robertson

    I Banged my head!I shook my ass!!21stCenturySouthBronxStar is by far one of MY favorite cds.I've been a 24/7 SPYZ fan for a long time,and this one picks up where the SPYZ left off!!JIMI IS THE MAN,AND THIS CD PROVES HIS GENIUS IS REAL! Face The Day rocks my world!!Keeper of the Flame is what other bands wish they could put together!!STEP ASIDE,POSERS! THE KING IS BACK TO CLAIM HIS THRONE!!!!

  • GENIUS!GENIUS!GENIUS!AMAZING!MORE TALENT THAN10 BANDS!
    author: Tammi Janowitz

    What can u say about a cd that defies convention??THIS IS THE REAL DEAL!!I have to get rid of the fake,wannabe heavy bands in my collection!More rock than the average rocker and more soul than anything on BET!!Face The Day has become my mantra!!!October makes me cry!!And Faithless??Ear Candy at its best!!BUY THIS CD!!YOU WON"T BE THE SAME AFTER YOU DO!!!

  • Awesome cd!!
    author: Sherry

    I heard this new cd and it really blew my mind!! If your looking for extraordinary guitar,singing,rap and dance music,this is thee cd!!

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