Matt Maddox album Righteous Fury reviewed by Rap Essence

By urbanelitepr | February 11, 2014

The new album Righteous Fury by Kansas based MC Matt Maddox releases a fortnight today on Red Phone Records / Seven 13 Music

Originally from Long Beach in southern California, the ex Guerilla War Tactix has been a busy man in the lead up to his sophomore LP dropping on 25th February, with series of media interviews on both sides of the Atlantic and preparing for a run of dates with Reef The Lost Cauze and Adlib starting on 20th February.

There has been a growing appreciation for this album within media circles for its authentic & contemporary hip hop sound, packed full of superior lyricism and wordplay, high quality production and turntablism

Latest to run the rule over it is Stateside online Rap Essence, and they give a track by track assessment HERE

His upcoming run of dates is as follows:

Feb 20th- Allentown, PA Pitchers Lounge
Feb 21st- Quakertown, PA The Eagle
Feb 22nd- Staten Island, NY The Full Cup
Feb 23rd- Atlantic City, NJ Gran Fromage
Feb 28th- Spartanburg, SC Mirrors Gentlemens Club
March 1st- Ashville, NC Haywood Lounge
March 2nd- Norfolk, VA The Iguana
March 5th- Chicago, IL Sub T lounge
March 6th- Madison, WI
March 7th- Milwaukee, WI The Stone Fly
March 9th- Appleton, WI Capital Centre

The album can be pre-ordered on iTunes HERE

Check out his video BARbarians ft Godilla, UG and Born Unique

You can follow Matt on twitter @MattMaddox82 and the magazine @Rap_Essence and all media & press inquiries regarding the album or series of dates can be sent to UrbanElite PR HERE

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London’s Guestlist Network Magazine interviews Matt Maddox

By urbanelitepr | February 7, 2014

London’s Guestlist Network is both a monthly newspaper and online magazine covering a wide range of musical genres, providing news, reviews and features on new music artists and releases as well as covering the live circuit, concerts, clubs and events happening around the country.

Their writer Matt Watkins took time out recently to speak with Kansas based MC Matt Maddox as he prepares to release his sophomore album Righteous Fury on 25th February.

They discuss his origins in Long Beach California and his earliest work as part of the international crew Guerilla War Tactix, the writing process involved with the album and the range of producers and featured artists such as Nemesis, C Lance, Sicknature, Vanderslice, Skammadix, Tragedy Khadafi, Reef The Lost Cauze, King Magnetic and Adlib, his touring plans for the year which will take in both coasts, Canada, UK, Europe, Japan and Australia and his thoughts on other aspects of the music industry – artists he rates, life as an independent artist, the representation of hip hop today and much more

Read it all HERE

In the lead up to the release, Matt’s had a busy schedule conducting media interviews with magazines on both sides of the Atlantic as well as preparing for series of dates starting on February 20th. Beginning on the east coast and MidWest, he will be performing in Virginia, New York, Atlantic City, Chicago, Milwaukee, North & South Carolina & Pennsylvania

This will be followed by a series of dates on the west coast & Canada, and the full run of shows will be announced very shortly.

The album releases on Red Phone Records / Seven 13 Music and can be pre ordered on iTunes at http://georiot.co/3ILt 19 bangin hip hop tracks with a running time less than an hour – no fat, just the meat!

Here’s an example, his single “Street Art” ft Tragedy Khadafi

Connect with Matt on twitter @MattMaddox82 and the magazines @GuestlistDotNet & @DarksideNewz

All media, press and magazine inquiries about the release, requests for promotional copies of the album, requests for interviews or to review any of the live shows can be addressed to UrbanElite PR HERE

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New Matt Maddox album Righteous Fury featured in Germany’s Backspin Magazine

By urbanelitepr | February 5, 2014

One of Germany’s premiere hip hop & rap music magazines Backspin published their regular roundup of upcoming releases, and included in it was the new album “Righteous Fury” by Long beach MC Matt Maddox, now based in Kansas.

The regular feature opens (approximate translation)

“Once again we have found some goodness in our old vinyl crate of albums and EPs that we want to share with you. Included are SlipxKid, Stylez Tyson, Matt Maddox, Fränk because TÆNK, RockRainer, Frankie and Jizz Fizz. Have fun browsing!”

Of Righteous Fury itself, again approximate translation

“Righteous Fury is the result of a collaboration between Red Phone Records and 13 Seven Music. With productions by C Lance, Vanderslice, Sicknature, Edd Bundy, Skammadix, Nemesis and Hellzwind this record stands out in the record box. This is a powerful album which will be appreciated by all friends of independent hip-hop.”

Those with a more in depth knowledge of the German language can see the feature HERE

The rapper has had a busy schedule recently, conducting interviews with magazines on both sides of the Atlantic with more to come, the results of which you’ll see shortly, as well as preparing for his upcoming tour with Reef the Lost Cauze and Adlib. You can catch them at the following venue:

The album itself can be pre-ordered on iTunes at http://georiot.co/3ILt

You can connect with Matt on twitter @MattMaddox82 or via his Facebook page “OfficialMattMaddox”

Speaking of Germany, he launched the single “King Killer” recently produced by Danish based producer Sicknature of the German crew The Snowgoons. Check it out

Any media, press or magazine inquiries about the album or tour dates, or requests for interviews can be sent to UrbanElite PR HERE

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Matt Maddox album Righteous Fury reviewed by Soundparlor

By urbanelitepr | February 4, 2014

Following on from their recent interview with the Kansas based MC, American online music magazine Soundparlor reviewed his sophomore album “Righteous Fury” which releases 25th February on Red Phone Records / Seven 13 Music

Drawing from his origins in Long Beach southern California, the album reflects his musical influences in terms of classic hip hop with a mix of the more raucous approach of a Rage Against the Machine. The review picks up on his own substantial contribution to the album and the mindset behind it:

“It’s a deep collection–19 songs–yet comes in at just around an hour, meaning Maddox favors quick hits rather than extended jams. And this preference suits his heavyweight, aggressive lyrical flow.” while acknowledging the production and features from artists such as Tragedy Khadafi, Reef the Lost Cauze, King Magnetic, Nemesis, Sicknature of the Snowgoons, C Lance of Jedi Mind Tricks, the UK’s Edd Bundy and many more, including the turntablism of DJ TMB

Read the whole review HERE

He marks the release of his new album by hitting the road with Reef the Lost Cauze and Adlib for a tour at the following venues :

The album is available for pre order via iTunes here http://georiot.co/3ILt

Look out for more reviews and features coming in the weeks ahead from international press & magazines. Any media inquiries about the album or tour dates can be addressed to UrbanElite PR HERE

On social media you can connect with Matt on twitter @MattMaddox82 or via Facebook “OfficialMattMaddox“. You can also connect with the labels on twitter @RedPhoneRecords, @Seven13Music and the magazine @_soundparlor_

Meanwhile, check out his single “Street Art” featuring Tragedy Khadafi produced by Skammadix

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4 star review of new Matt Maddox album “Righteous Fury” by Blacksheep Magazine

By urbanelitepr | January 29, 2014

Long Beach rapper Matt Maddox, now based in Kansas in America’s midwest, releases his sophomore solo album “Righteous Fury” on 25th February via Red Phone Records / Seven 13 Music.

He follows in the international theme of his original Guerilla War Tactix crew with features and production from both sides of the Atlantic, including C Lance of Jedi Mind Tricks, Vanderslice, the UK’s Edd Bundy & turntablist DJ TMB, Tragedy Khadafi, Reef the Lost Cauze, Sicknature of the Snowgoons, Nemesis, Skammadix, King Magnetic and many more.

UK online publication Blacksheep Magazine have reported on authentic hip hop with superior beats and lyricism for many years, and their writer Andrew Kay gave “Righteous Fury” a test drive to see how it delivered

A 4 star review which dissects the production, lyrical content & flow, particularly his comparison of the legacy left by the true greats to some contemporary representation of the genre in “No Country For Old Men” is summarized “Maddox might come from the Mid-West, but don’t let that judge it or fool you- he’s the real deal: a post recession MC that says something, keeps your head rocking, your brain ticking and giving rap some injection of purpose. Not a moment too soon!”

Read the whole review HERE

Matt Maddox hits the road soon with Reef the Lost Cauze and Adlib for a mini tour of the States, with subsequent dates being scheduled for Canada, the UK & Europe and Australia, as well as a performance at SXSW

You can catch him at any of the following:

There have been some official releases from the album, including his single with Tragedy Khadafi “Street Art” and the video for No Country for Old Men. Check em out

You can follow Matt on twitter @MattMaddox82 the magazine @Blacksheepmag and the labels @RedPhoneRecords & @Seven13Music The album can be pre-ordered on iTunes at http://georiot.co/3ILt

Look out for much more reviews and features coming in the weeks ahead. Any media requests for promotional copies of the album to review, for interviews, or to attend the shows mentioned above can be addressed to UrbanElite PR HERE

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Matt Maddox – featured artist in Soundparlor and interviewed by Rawroots

By urbanelitepr | January 23, 2014

Matt Maddox took some time out recently to speak with two online publications recently, American magazine Soundparlor and British hip hop specialist Rawroots.

As Soundparlor’s featured artist in their “10” series, he spoke on his background in Southern California, the early musical influences, life as an independent artist and future plans.

You can read that in full HERE

He spoke with UK hip hop online Rawroots about his new album Righteous Fury, his desire to work in future with Immortal Technique, Chuck D & Damian Marley, his love of underground hip hop from Philly and New Jersey, and his immediate tour plans

The full interview is HERE

As well as a scheduled appearance at SXSW and a tour with Slaughterhouse, he has recently announced a series of dates in the States with Reef the Lost Cauze & Adlib taking in New York, New Jersey, the DMV, Chicago and the mid west. Here is the full list :

Further dates in Canada are due to be announced shortly

The album Righteous Fury releases on 25th February on Red Phone Records / Seven 13 Music, and includes production from C Lance (Jedi Mind Tricks), Sicknature (Snowgoons), Nemesis, Skammadix, Vanderslice, cuts by DJ TMB, and features from Tragedy Khadafi, the UK’s Edd Bundy, Reef the Lost Cauze, Swann, King Magnetic and many more.

19 hip hop bangers with a running time of 57 minutes which can be pre-ordered on iTunes at http://georiot.co/3ILt

Look out for much more press coverage on this release in the weeks ahead. Any media requiring promotional copies of the album for review, or who wish to interview Matt Maddox, can contact UrbanElite PR HERE

Meanwhile, check out the two singles released from the album recently:

Street Art ft Tragedy Khadafi

King Killer produced by Sicknature from the Snowgoons

You can connect with Matt on twitter @MattMaddox82 and the magazines @_Soundparlor_ & @Rawroots

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New Interview – Matt Maddox speaks with HHK Mag, launches new joint King Killer & announces US tour dates

By urbanelitepr | January 21, 2014

Long Beach MC Matt Maddox, now based in America’s Mid West, sat down recently with UK online hip hop magazine HHK Mag to discuss his forthcoming album Righteous Fury which releases 25th February on Red Phone Records / Seven 13 Music

He speaks on the process of putting it together, working with producers C Lance, Nemesis, Skammadix, Vanderslice & Sicknature, as well as arranging features by Reef the Lost Cauze, Tragedy Khadafi, King Magnetic and the UK’s Edd Bundy, and his touring plans for the year ahead

Read the whole interview HERE

He also launched his new joint King Killer, taken from the album with beats by Germany’s “The Snowgoons” Danish producer Sicknature.

Check it out on Soundcloud

He also chose today to announce his new US tour dates with Reef The Lost Cauze & Adlib

Feb 20th- Allentown, PA Pitchers Lounge
Feb 21st- Quakertown, PA The Eagle
Feb 22nd- Staten Island, NY The Full Cup
Feb 23rd- Atlantic City, NJ Gran Fromage
Feb 28th- Spartanburg, SC Mirrors Gentlemens Club
March 1st- Ashville, NC Haywood Lounge
March 2nd- Norfolk, VA The Iguana
March 5th- Chicago, IL Sub T lounge
March 6th- Madison, WI
March 7th- Milwaukee, WI The Stone Fly
March 9th- Appleton, WI Capital Centre

An announcement confirming a further series of dates in Canada will be made shortly

The album is available on pre-order from the international iTunes link http://georiot.co/3ILt

Look out for much more international media coverage coming in the weeks ahead. Press & magazines requiring promotional copies of the album for review or requesting interviews with Matt Maddox should contact UrbanElite PR HERE

Similarly, any djs not already serviced with the full quality clean radio edit of King Killer can request the mp3 from the same point of contact

You can keep up to date with Matt Maddox on twitter @MattMaddox82 and also keep up to date with news via his labels @RedPhoneRecords & @Seven13Music Beats by @Sicknature and interview by @HHKMag

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