Torae – That Raw (Official Music Video)
“In a time where being lyrical is considered illegal, I continue to give you That Raw”
Our very own Torae has released the video for That Raw, the latest single from the recently released “For The Record”. Directed by Brian Robinson of Hyerground, the video is a three vignette story set in a time where being lyrical is considered criminal and selling “That Raw” is illegal. Scene one features “Street Hustler” Torae dealing words to a hungry customer in need his finest product. Scene two is set in an abandoned warehouse where product is being bagged up for shipping in this homage to the famous scene from “New Jack City.” In scene three, Torae pulls up to the final meeting spot, where he makes his biggest score yet – an ending that is sure to be both surprising and thought provoking.
Torae “The Children” Freestyle
In celebration of For The Record dropping on limited edition red vinyl Torae decided to go in over one of his favorite current Pete Rock beats. Enjoy.
Torae – For The Record (Video)
Official music video for the title track off Torae’s album “For The Record”. Available now at all physical & digital retailers. Directed by Anthony Sylvester, cinematography by Ant DeRose, produced by Kevin Lopez for LPZ Media.
For The Record – (Video BTS)
Torae – For The Record [behind the scenes] from LPZ Media, LLC on Vimeo.
Here’s a quick clip of the wonderfulness that will be the “For The Record” music video. Look for that to debut as early as next week. Shouts to Fred Bear, Anthony Sylvester, Kevin Lopez, Anthony Derose & Team Torae for making it happen.
Dead End Hip Hop Reviews For The Record
Big shout to the guys of Dead End Hip Hop who I had the pleasure of meeting while down at A3C in October. They do these very thorough album reviews & this week “For The Record” is on deck. I’ll let them take it from here…
For The Record Album Release Party 12.2.11
The album is out & now it’s time for Torae to hit the road! Before he goes please join TeamTorae, Internal Affairs Ent. & The Freedom Party this Friday for the official For The Record Album Release and Tour Kick off Party at Le Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker Street between Sullivan & Thompson St) Giftbags & give-a-ways provided by Skull Candy. Free entry before 12am so get there early.
Torae Performs at UGHH
After the in-store signing Torae decided to spit a few joints live for the fans. Double Barrel, That Raw & Get It Done got ‘em open in Boston.
For The Record In-store at Brooklyn Beats
Aight NY (and surrounding areas) here’s your chance to grab a copy of For The Record. I know a lot of yall don’t do iTunes & or online ordering (mainly cause yall aint got no credit or debit cards, hahaha) well I’m here to remedy the situation. Team Torae hooked up with the fine folks at Brooklyn Beats to bring you a For The Record pop-up store & signing. This Saturday from the hours of 3-5pm I’ll be downtown in the heart of Brooklyn signing copies of For The Record at Dekalb Market. If you have yet to hit up DeKalb Market now is the perfect time. They have a bunch of dope shops to check out & of course you can cop a CD or 2 from me as well. Torae signing + Holla spinning = You winning. Look forward to seeing you all soon. #getinvolved
Boston In-Store x Performance
Shouts to Leedz Ent for putting together this release party & performance at The Western Front up in Cambridge, MA. Before we rock there we’ll be headed to UGHH in Boston for an in-store CD signing & give-a-ways. If you’re in the surrounding areas be sure to be there & kick it with ya folks! Tickets for the show can be purchased here.
Where To Find For The Record
The plight of an indie artist not willing to conform & go mainstream can be a lonely one. Yea I dropped the same day as Wale, but not in the same places. A lot of (not all) chain stores aren’t willing to stock indie albums anymore. It’s bad enough the majors aren’t moving a lot units so they’ll be damned if they’re gonna pick up projects with less push than that. That said most Best Buys & FYE aren’t carrying “For The Record”. Here’s a list of spots that ARE carrying the CD & to them I am grateful. If you must have a CD try one of these spots or you can order physical copies from UGHH, Fat Beats & Amazon as well as getting ‘em direct from me at shows (which shall be happening in the near future). Thanks for the support folks. List of stores after the jump.
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What It Sound Like (Video)
Nothing better than seeing the fans react to records. Shouts to everybody supporting the album which is in stores NOW!!!
For The Record is Available NOW!!!
The album is finally here folks. It’s been getting great reviews from the public & critics alike. Thank you all that’ve supported it. If you’re still looking to get involved here are some direct links. iTunes, Fat Beats, UGHH, Amazon, Bandcamp, Best Buy, Emusic, Rhapsody, DJ Booth, Zune, Napster, Beatport & Juno. Thanks again #ForTheRecord!
Kevin Nottingham x Torae x Flüd Give-A-Way
We’re running a contest with the good folks at KevinNottingham.com & my brothers from Flüd Watches. All you have to do is follow @Torae @TeamTorae & @KNDotcom on twitter & send us your favorite line from For The Record be sure to include the hashtag #ForTheRecord & you could walk away with signed copies of Daily Converstion, Double Barrel & For The Record as well as a gold boom box watch from Flüd Watches. What a win!! The contest is running until 11/11/11 so get involved now.
Torae x Bad-Perm.com at A3C
Bad-perm.com speaks with Torae about the release of his upcoming album “For The Record” down in Atlanta during A3C.
Torae – For The Record (Trailer)
Torae provides an inside look at all that goes into making an album, creating a business & building a brand. For The Record the docuseries reveals all that & more. Album in stores 11.1.11
Torae – That Raw (Prod. by Pete Rock)
Me & the homie Pete Rock cooked up something mean for my 1st single off “For The Record” but it still came out That Raw.
For The Record (Sampler)
What had happened was….these snippets went out privately to a few folks & music retailers. What had ended up happening was these snippets landing on a few sites & blogs. So damn if they gone be on your blog & not mine!! Hhahaha, here’s an 8 minute sampler….enjoy. Tracklist after the jump pre-order HERE for physical & HERE for digital.
Album Preview at The 7th Annual A3C Hip Hop Festival
Unique Squared Mobile Studio, Internal Affairs Entertainment and Avid, Maker of Protools Presents…
Torae’s For the Record Album Preview Event at the 7th Annual A3C Hip Hop Festival
Come by the Unique Squared Mobile Studio Bus at the 7th Annual A3C Festival for a FIRST TIME LISTEN of Torae’s new album For The Record.
What: FIRST LISTEN: An Album Preview for Torae’s For The Record
When: Friday, October 7, 2011
Where: Unique Squared Mobile Studio at the 7th Annual A3C Hip Hop Festival
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
RSVP: http://fortherecordatl.eventbrite.com
Space is extremely limited so please RSVP if you want to attend. RSVPs granted on a first come, first served basis.
For press interviews, questions or any other inquiries, please e-mail fortherecordatl@gmail.com
Follow @Torae, @A3C, and @MobileUnique for updates!
For The Record is available everywhere on 11.1.11.
Pre-Order the album now at FatBeats.com
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Known for a roster of impressive collaborations, Torae has assembled an awe-inspiring crew of beatsmiths for accompaniment. From the renowned Pete Rock, DJ Premier, Diamond D and Large Professor; to those Torae labels “new legends,” 9th Wonder, Khrysis, Fatin, Illmind, Eric G., Marco Polo and Nottz.
“The combination of stellar production and a focused and more introspective Torae makes this his best work to date,” states Brooklyn legend, Masta Ace
For The Record raises the bar Torae has set with previous releases. A refreshing return to the multifarious nature of 2008’s “Daily Conversation”, the project is a notable change from 2009’s Double Barrel with Marco Polo, and this year’s mono-thematic Heart Failure EP. Fans will hear his skills sharpened; an array of cadences and intricately weaved rhyme patterns. He is also at his most vulnerable and transparent; providing a view through a wide-angle lens at the man behind the MC, as heard on “Panorama” and “Reflection.” Still there’s no shortage of the hard-hitting audacity we love on tracks like “Shakedown” and “You Ready.”
Also distinct is the absence of other voices on For The Record. According to Torae, the choice to forego lyrical assists was deliberate. “No one can tell my story like me.”
Torae – Let’s Rap ft. Rapsody
The homie Rosenberg hit me up about submitting a song for the What’s Poppin’ mixtape he was doing with Popchips. Me & Rap-Diddy had just cooked up this Khrysis produced monster “Let’s Rap” and I thought it would be the perfect fit. I Hope you enjoy.
For The Record – 11/1/11
Finally….it’s here. I’m very pleased to announce that my official debut album “For The Record” will be released on November 1, 2011. I’m sure some of you are scratching your head if you own “Daily Conversation” or “Double Barrel”. Daily was a mixtape that went on the become a retail release due to the buzz around it after “Click” & “Get It Done”. Double Barrel was a collaborative effort between Marco Polo & I. For The Record is 100% all me. Ideas, concepts, song titles, beats EVERYTHING. I’m very proud of it & hope you all love it the way I do. Tracklist, producer line up & press release after the jump.
Torae ft. Mike Shorey – Outta Here (Video)
Watch the vid up top & if you love it grab the song here. Outta Here (Teaser) from Torae on Vimeo. The fine folk at mtvU will be debuting the official music video for “Outta Here” this Friday July 29th. Here’s a little teaser to get you all ready. Heart Failure is available for download now.
Torae – Outta Here Teaser (Video)
