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MDV |
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| Location: | Hackney, London and South East |
| Country: |  United Kingdom |
| Last Login: | Oct 13, 2008 (410 days back) |
About Me |
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| MDV Mp3's are available from www.tunetribe.com And many more Mp3 sites, google "mdv reggae" Physical product from; www.tantyrecordshop.com www.ebreggae.com www.buyreggae.com UK. distribution by David Dubwise US. distribution by IDC. Also available on Last.FM. & ReggaeDubwise.com MDVReggae music for the 21st century, with a London sound. One Style – one LOVE, one style of music - reggae M.D.V. Many Different Variations - To emphasise and demonstrate the different styles of reggae and beyond within the bands repertoire. History Formally know as ONE STYLE MDV, MDV are a reggae band that have been together for over 20 years friends and through several transformations. They made their name on the live circuit in the 80’s and 90’s with fresh sounds and concepts within the world of reggae. Beginning their journey within the local community scene in the London boroughs of Hackney and Islington, the band soon started to build up a regular underground following and a reputation for their professionalism and reliability. One Style’s gigs ranged from charities / community events, the pub circuit and clubs. As the bands sound improved through maturity, they were soon in further demand from larger events across London with organisations such as the Notting Hill Carnival, Anti Racism festivals, Anti Apartheid etc and had massive critical success on the alternative circuit around greater London. MDV have always maintained their aim to play live music which is what they have enjoyed the most. Their unconventional simple line up of bass, guitar and drum has surprised audiences due to their overall sound, the dynamics they create and the movement within their music which has always set them apart from the rest. They have always been described as ‘Tight’ which is their trademark. The bands objective has always been to ensure that their lyrics had meaning which are uplifting or encourages the listener to think about themselves and the world we live in to compliment the music. This added strength to the music is what has connected them to diverse communities and audiences they represent. Incorporated with their individual personal influences that range from classic reggae, roots and culture, soul, blues, jazz, ska, rock, Hip Hop etc, its difficult to pigeon hole the band or put them in a single category although they have been compared to Steel Pulse, Sly and Robbie, The Wailers, Burning Spear and even The Police. Artists One Style MDV have been blessed by being in a position to share the stage with a number of artists and gained respect from their contemparies for what they had to offer the world of reggae. They’ve played with the legend Burning Spear as well as Gregory Isaacs, Aswad, Maxi Priest, Misty in Roots, Winston Reedy and The Mad Professor. Of course being on the alternative scene, the band has shared the stage with bands from the world of rock such as the Asian Dub Foundation, Super Furry Animals, The LA’s, Yr Anhrefn, The Blaggers, The Levellers and Back To The Planet. An important influence for the band was when they played with Joe Strummer of The Clash extensively during a 24 date tour of Great Britain where they built up a lasting friendship and mutual admiration. Joe Strummer requested One Style MDV to be his support band again the following year as he believed in the bands message and energy. The natural progression has been for One Style MDV to travel and again they’ve been blessed by being able to express themselves to lovers of reggae in Spain, Belgium, France, Germany and Ireland. The band played to great success at every venue and the most rewarding aspect was the response from people after the shows to sit down and ‘reason’ due to the overall vibes created on the night. This has also been another solid trademark of the band who recognise that communication is the key. New Direction – Sweet Reggae Music M.D.V. in its new format will inevitably continue to produce reggae that will stretch the perception of those who presume ‘they know’. The band has always used its own original material and have only scratched the surface in terms of what they can offer. Their ‘live’ sets are what has established them as a force to be reckoned with as audiences benefit from hearing a different rendition of their material. The recording format is simply another place to experiment and the future is bright. Always making new friends and connections, MDV’s commitment and dedication has inspired younger artists and musicians to maintain their dreams and take the industry more seriously. MDV have been working in collaboration with a number of local artists and it was for this reason why it felt more appropriate for the name to change as the vibes and numbers grew stronger although the core of the band remains the same. The example would be with Korus who are a three piece vocal group from Hackney who write their own songs but have combined forces with MDV to execute a modern soulful reggae sound on ‘Keep It Real’. Roots Allsorts is an experimental Dub album of sounds and vibes that reflect our urban experience. MDV will return in the near future with a full length album of new songs and arrangements that will again push the boundaries of Reggae. More music on our website www.mdv.org.uk Please help spread the word and requst our music from your favorite radio station or podcast. Or show your support by tuning into one of the fine stations listed on our "airplay received" blog. Music directors and DJs interested in requesting MDV music for airplay should email; info@mdv.org.uk VISIT MDV at Musictrax |
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My Interests |
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Music:Member Since: 4/23/2006Band Website: mdv.org.uk Band Members: Femi Operations code name: Ranx Specialist: Killer Bass / stealth assassin Seyi Operations code name: Stix Specialist: Drumming / explosives Hamzah Operations code name: G86 Specialist : Rydim code-breaker / dub specialist Floyde: Operations code name: ? Specialist : Lyrical firearms / Striker Influences: The Wailers, Burning Spear, John Holt, Dennis Brown, Curtis Mayfield, The Impressions, Marvin Gaye, Public Enemy, Earth Wind And Fire, Oscar Peterson, Pieces Of A Dream, The Clash, The Jam, John Lee Hooker, Fela Kuti etc. TOO MANY NAMES TO MENTION Sounds Like: One Style MDV Record Label: Too Much Peace & Quiet Type of Label: Indie |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Reggae / Roots Music / Dub) |
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Number 1 in Musictraxs reggae chart and No3 in Soundclicks chart |
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| www.soundclick.comKeep It Real - MDVCharts position» highest in World charts: 21 (69,562 songs currently listed in World)» highest in Reggae sub-genre: 3 (11,144 songs currently listed in Wo... Posted by MDV on Sun, 05 Oct 2008 06:16:00 PST |
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Buy "Hands Of Time" on Indiestore |
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| ... Posted by MDV on Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:16:00 PST |
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Hands Of Time |
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| Hands of Time'This is a proper reggae tune that you don't hear again. The arrangements and atmosphere is dark and gloomy fitting the timely lyrical content brilliantly - something which is usually har... Posted by MDV on Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:05:00 PST |
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"Wake Up" makes No. 4 in Musictrax chart |
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| http://musictrax.jp/or http://musictrax.us/MDV's WAKE UP is no 4. in the MusicTrax chart, CHANGE THEIR WAYS is No.10Go give them a play.....and thanks to all those that have!Be Sure, HANDS OF TIME tak... Posted by MDV on Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:01:00 PST |
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Keep It Real makes No. 5 In Soundclick reggae chart! |
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| Has been in the top 30 for many weeks, Big Up Stanley Spider!Charts position» » highest in sub-genre: 5 (10,573 songs currently listed in World > Reggae)» today's position: 35 in World» today's... Posted by MDV on Mon, 12 May 2008 11:35:00 PST |
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Roots Allsorts airplay/reviews - please let us know if weve missed you off. |
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| "A well crafted stylish cd with stunning breaks and beat , the music is exciting but at the same time is subtle, intricate compositions and arrangements intermingled with great orchestration and vo... Posted by MDV on Mon, 24 Sep 2007 05:03:00 PST |
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More music on our website |
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| Our updated website is now up, and running with tunes from "International Struggle" and"Right To Say" available.www.mdv.org.ukSome of what the reggae press said of the MDV "Style One" EP."We were quit... Posted by MDV on Wed, 21 Feb 2007 01:03:00 PST |
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Who are MDV - AMF 68 |
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| No lazy assumptions are to be made when describing the music of MDV. The qualities gracing this conscious London based reggae band has granted them the favour of always having kept their art relevant... Posted by MDV on Fri, 12 Oct 2007 08:22:00 PST |
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All MDV's music now available on Itunes |
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| As well as "Roots Allsorts" and "Style One" the releases "International Struggle" and "..Right to Say.." are now both available on Itunes courtesy of Sain Records, Gwynedd. Filed under One Style MDV.... Posted by MDV on Mon, 13 Aug 2007 02:00:00 PST |
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USA. Stockists |
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| Shops in the USA. selling "Roots Allsorts"Music Millennium - (3 Stores) Portland, ORBop Street Records - Seattle, WAZion's Gate Records - Seattle, WABoo Boo Records - San Luis Opisbo, CAEveryday Music... Posted by MDV on Sat, 10 Feb 2007 08:18:00 PST |
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