Collective Efforts

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Check out CE's new EP Time For Hope out now on iTunes!


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Check out CE's discography on their new record label: 1320 Records

In a genre oversaturated with thugs, goons and auto-tune, Collective Efforts is trying to keep it true to their own style. Over the past five years, the CE Crew has made it's mark on the Atlanta music scene and beyond by continuously delivering timeless classics for listeners thirsty for something different. Originally consisting of three vocalists and a DJ, the group has recently expanded it's entourage to include a backing band of talented musicians. Influenced by golden-era hip hop, jazz, 70s soul, reggae, funk, rock (you get the picture), each member of Collective Efforts brings something unique to the table that sets them apart from your average rap group.

Undaunted by industry obstacles and lack of financial incentive, the Collective has independently released three full length albums, "Visions of Things To Come" ( 2003), "Trail Mix" (2005) and "Medicine "(2006); and a limited edition 12" single, "Another Soulful Song" (US, 2004). A self-titled, Japanese exclusive full-length was also released in 2004 on Handcuts Records, consisting of selected songs from Trail Mix and Medicine. This album also contained a bonus track entitled "The Higher We Rise" which was released as another 12" single, the b-side complimented with an acid-jazz remix of "Another Soulful Song" produced by Canadian artist Muneshine.

CE toured briefly with electronica giants and good friends Sound Tribe Sector 9, and has graced the stage as opening acts for Goodie Mob, Digable Planets, Arrested Development, Little Brother and numerous others. They have had the opportunity to perform at huge festivals like Bonaroo, Re-Generation, and the Echo Project with artists such as Lyrics Born, Jurassic 5, RJD2 and The Roots. The group remains hard at work on the new album, due out Fall 2009. As soon as it is complete, they will be hitting the streets to spread the word about the release. Look for them to be playing more shows in your area soon. Stay tuned to www.cecrew.com for more updates, including another exclusive Japanese release on the horizon, and some special guests that will be blessing the new record.

Recent Press:

"Time For Hope" review on Okayplayer.com:
CE Review on Okayplayer

Collective Efforts new song "Where It Began," on WSTR's The Hip Hop Mixtape:
WSTR The Hip Hop Mixtape

UGA's the Red & Black article on Collective Efforts, March 27, 2008:
Red&Black Article

Collective Efforts in Creative Loafing, Jan. 28, 2008:
Creative Loafing Article

Check out CE's J. Mil on the Inside Georgia Music Podcast:
Inside Georgia Music interview

Collective Efforts featured on Spin.com for the Echo Project performance:
Spin.com article

Creative Loafing's review of Medicine:
Medicine review

PopMatters' interview with Collective Efforts:
People Want More

Georgia State University student paper review:
Collective Efforts bring Atlanta hip-hop forward

Collective Efforts on Youtube.com:

Collective Efforts perform with STS9 at the Fillmore:
Possibilities

Collective Efforts first single - video:
Until My Life's Gone

CE with Arrested Development 1/08:
CE at the Loft

Visit the Collective Efforts Channel on Youtube
courtesy of good friend, director and film producer, Jonathan Brill.

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August 31, 2004

Members:

MC's: Ben Hameen, J-Mil, and Bambu de Asiatic
CE band: Matt Weiss, Richard Jones, Alfredo Lapuz, Jr., Jim Coley and Claire Kaye


PLEASE DIRECT ALL PRESS AND BOOKING INQUIRIES TO:
Matt Weiss:
collectivematt@gmail.com

ALL MUSICAL INQUIRIES OR COLLABORATIVE REQUESTS SEND HERE:
Ben Hameen:
bhameen@gmail.com

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Record Label:

1320 Records

Label Type:

Indie