MAD MAN SMOOTH: Red October

Mad Man Smooth

Red October

© 2003 Sweat Shop Recordings (634479404122)

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The energetic member of IV L.I.F.E. with a delivery and style that keeps your attention. Great r&b and rap mix...perfect for bangin' all night long.

tracks

1 The Dawning
2 Who Is You? (Feat. Y. Spyder)
3 Some Real Sh*t (Feat. Rukkus)
4 BattleCry Pt. I
5 Somebody Betta' Hold Me (Feat. Y. Spyder)
6 Tell Me Tha' Truth...(Feat. IV L.I.F.E.)
7 Souljah Boy
8 A Beat & A Blunt
9 Gravity
10 Dead End (Feat. Y. Spyder & Kaactress)
11 Hand Ova Fist
12 Whut U Stand IV?
13 Smoke Session
14 Tha' Earth Is My Turf (Feat. Bomb)
15 Water My Seedz
16 At It Again
17 Local Anasthetic (Feat. Y. Spyder)
18 (Don't Trip) - Bonus Track

notes

Mad Man Smooth is an artist who hails from the inner depths of Pomona, California, a city he describes as "Home of Raw Undiscovered Talents." Born in the Los Angeles area, Smooth and his family relocated to "P-Town", which he calls "The Land". There he first discovered a love for the lyrical aspects of Hip Hop. He has always had a passion for music, being raised by a single mother who was deeply into dancing, and an older brother (AFX) who was into deejaying and beatboxing. Smooth got involved early in the game and soon went from recording weekend KDAY programs to break dancing and poetry writing. Then, taking it a step further, becoming a lyricist "I was bred into music. As far as I can remember, saving allowances just to go buy records and 45 singles." From this spawned an attraction like no other, spending numerous weekends recording on a broken 4 track reel to reel owned by his mother, who gave it to her sons to record their sessions and ideas.

In 1988, Smooth was introduced into a music family that his brother (AFX) and a couple of friends started called "P.I.E." (Posse In Effect then changed to Pomona's Insane Empire). "They were the talk of the school. I would watch them freestyle and create ideas in our garage and go to high school games and serve other MCs. I wanted to be a part of that!" Soon after he became a member, he began the journey of honing his skills.

Smooth states that his style took time to develop. "The writing came naturally. But, the delivery part I worked on for years. But, I stayed at it even when I was criticized. My style is unorthodox. It's an on and off beat combination and that took time to "lock in pocket".", says Mad Man Smooth. He continues by stating that his content isn't the usual West Coast Gangsta and has a lot more to offer. "I've been "Blessed" with a talent, been thru many life experiences, plus I'm an intelligent individual and I want my music to portray just that...music for every type of vibe." He takes pride in the fact he's not a bandwagon jumper, staying true to what his heart, mind, and pen create.

Experiences include performing at house parties, clubs, shows, and talent contests. He has also been offered contract agreements from record labels but, was unable to accept. Besides performing, his greatest experience has been understanding the business aspects of the music industry and with that knowledge build on a dream. "We were ahead of our time. From here on in, it's all "Hand Ova Fist"."

Future goals are to put Sweat Shop Recordings on the map to hold it's own against the larger players in the music industry. "We are in this to make a statement. It's like a football game. It's 4th & Inches with 20 seconds left on the clock. We have the ball. The play is called. The snap is made. Touch Down! We are victorious!", says Mad Man Smooth.

As Mad Man Smooth walks out of the room, he turns around and says, "Nowadays people think that because they have a contract, they got skillz. But, money and a contract doesn't equal skillz."

reviews

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  • Good Cali Beats- Kicking CD
    author: Brandon Avance

    Great cd, good beats, cali sound tuned up to a fresh beat and sound... Loved it.

  • makes me want to shake my ass
    author: suzi

    I like the style, good feel. I'm already old, but this really made me want to get up and shake my booty. I'm totally passing this on to my homegirls

  • I'm FeELiN iT...
    author: Kayla

    This cd is wassup..I just recieved it in the mail.It has a unique sound and i can see it doin big things keep up the good work!

  • author: Michael P

    "Red October" is not just any CD, that you here alot of wanna be artist put out just to make the quick buck or spit rhymes that have no story behind the lyrics. "Mad Man Smooth incorporates his life experience along with his lyrical prowess that makes you want to here more. I hope that we here more from "Mad Man Smooth". There is nothing wrong with a little "Pomona Style" west coast music. I wanna here more! Peace out!

  • The Real Meaning of Underground. Hard Lyrics and Hype Beats
    author: Airron K. Toles aka Lef Illegal

    In essence "A Beat & A Blunt" says it all. Whether it's chronic or stress, with AFX's beats and Smooth's lyrical content, this is definitely one to blaze to.

  • Good Stuff
    author: d0hja

    You can tell some time has been put in to making this album, from the beats to the lyrics. I like the direction the songs go lyrically and musically.. You guy's are def, heading in the right direction.

  • don't sleep on this one, you are missing out if you do!
    author: s3n0ry

    First off, the overall production is tight. A quality production with a twist and a bang. The lyrical flow is smooth and hard. Smooth definitely shows he is versatile with this CD. I was very impressed, as he can and will flow with the best. Keep it up, I will keep listenin and spreadin the word!

  • author: Bryan Nigos

    i was really feelin songs 1-6...the beats hit hard and are original...i would recommend this to anyone

  • Very good, 2nd half better than first
    author: Dave Monfort

    Very Good overall, beats at time seemed a little off, the second half was better than the first for me. I liked the slower songs as oppossed to the quicker songs.

  • Clean. well put out.. and very professional
    author: Jamal

    the music on the CD is real nice. im not that much of a rap fan my self but listening to this CD it makes it seem different. the beats are nice especialy in track 2 the background beat and the beat boxing is real smooth.. i guess thats why hes mad man smooth.. Peace.. :)

  • Nice Rythm
    author: Symon Wyse

    Well put together cd. This artist loves what he does, you can here it in the way he flows. His lyrics mean something, it's not just a bunch of rhyming foul language like most out there. Good job! Symon

  • This is the business right here
    author: Babeboy

    All I can say is yall doing the most over-there! Loving it boyyy boyyyy! Keep it pushing spead love this way, and I'm servin it right back at cha. We gotsta do it!

  • It's da bomb!!
    author: Scott Pullen

    Great new artist... Looking forward to the next one!!

  • Props To The Utmost!
    author: Donald Winder

    The "Red October" CD is jammin'! I went to Vegas on the 4th of July with my 2 nephews (ages 22 and 24) and gave them a copy of "Red October"...I bought 2. They thought it was jammin'! I asked them to "spread the word" as Smooth is one brotha who must be heard. Keep layin' down the hot lyrics -- flowin like lava from Mount Kilamanjaro.

  • Definately ridin' music!!
    author: Do Wap

    I loved it. There was a variety of beats and every song had a decent message to send. It didnt't sound like anything I've ever heard before.

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