Doomtree - Doomtree (Radio Edits)

Listen. Love. Pre-order.

Doomtree presents: The debut album from the entire Doomtree collective. DTR-015

"Finally," sez you.
"Well excuuuuuuse meeeeeee," sez us.

All pre-orders come with a autographed poster and buttons.

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If you like it, buy this album. These guys deserve your support. And if you're within 4 hours of First Ave, I better see you there August 1st for their homecoming/record release show. Get your tickets here.

Doomtree - False Hopes

Had to post this after seeing the Dessa post below.

Doomtree is a rap collective out of Minneapolis. Contributing MC's include: Cecil Otter, P.O.S., Dessa, Mictlan and Sims. Contributing DJ's include: Paper Tiger, Lazerbeak, Marshall Larada, and Turbo Nemesis.

It's all dope. Check the show on the 19th at First Avenue. I know I'd be there if it weren't for a certain piano god.

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Mel Gibson and the Pants - Sea vs. Shining Sea [2007]

You like Doomtree?

Sea vs. Shining Sea is the third release from Mel Gibson and the Pants. This time around, they brought together Doomtree artists Sims, Mictlan, and Dessa, as well as Crescent Moon of Kill the Vultures, and Jake Luck of Thinder in the Valley. Recorded by Joe Mabbot in 2005, and designed by Jesse Willenbring, with drawing contributions from Jacy Catlin. First time they've done a jewel case, also the first lyric booklet. The seas are exploding with battles, its time they were brought to the surface.

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Dessa - Mine Shaft

Dessa could pretty much be described as the first lady of local rap group Doomtree. An extemely talented poet & musician, Dessa's lyrics demonstrate wisdom well beyond her years. This single is particularly stunning.

If you like it, check her out at the next Doomtree show April 19th at First Ave!

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Sage Francis - Personal Journals

for fans of P.O.S. and Doomtree

Damn. Sometimes you hear something that so deeply enriches your world, you just have to listen to it in small doses. You want to savor it, make it last, so you dole it out to yourself. Sick flow, immense emotion.

Sage Francis is an accomplished spoken word poet and MC with several competitive titles to his name within both genres. He also performs with a live band, Art Official Intelligence, and together with Joe Beats and DJ Perseus, forms the Non-Prophets. He is equal parts serious and silly, but never fails to impress.

Standout track: #1, Crack Pipes. It gives me shivers every time.

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Also: Sage Francis - Human the Death Dance

Notable First Avenue Shows

They must have recently updated the calendar at First Ave because it just beefed up. Here's some shows coming our way soon:

CSS and The Go! Team - Wed. July 30th, 8:00 PM
Doomtree CD Release - Fri. August 1st, 8:00 PM
She & Him - Thurs. August 7th, 6:00 PM
Caroline Smith & the Good Night Sleepers - Wed. August 13th, 8:00 PM
Bon Iver - Fri. August 15th, 8:00 PM
The Dandy Warhols - Tues. September 9th, 8:00 PM
Does It Offend You, Yeah? - Thurs. September 11th, 8:00 PM
They Might Be Giants - Fri. September 12th, 8:00 PM
Ratatat - Fri. September 19th, 8:00 PM
Yonder Mountain String Band - Sun. October 19th, 7:30 PM
Of Montreal - Sat. October 25th, 6:00 PM

Looks like Fall is going to be fun.

Cecil Otter - Rebel Yellow

Rebel Yellow is the second full length album released by Minneapolis Hip-Hop artist Cecil Otter of the Doomtree crew.

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P.O.S. - Audition

P.O.S. brings something interesting to the Minneapolis rap scene; a punk rock twist. Influenced mostly by his high school interest in punk, P.O.S.'s raps are usually accompanied with heavy guitar, and the occasional screamo hook. P.O.S. has incredible talent in both his lyrics and speed. Definitely check it out if you're looking for something to get you beyond the popular shit.

P.O.S. is also the frontman of Minneapolis collective Doomtree. Check them out too.

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