Rich iCoast
Bronx, New York, United States | SELF
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"I had an opportunity to listen to a few of Rich iCoast tracks “My Lifestyle” and “If I Ruled the World (iCoastmix)” and as well as a few tracks on his mix tape “I’m Rich, Not Yet,” and the talent he possess is shown and has proven he is a prolific artist." - Raleena Danielle, lena-chronicles.
"I had an opportunity to listen to a few of Rich iCoast tracks “My Lifestyle” and “If I Ruled the World (iCoastmix)” and as well as a few tracks on his mix tape “I’m Rich, Not Yet,” and the talent he possess is shown and has proven he is a prolific artist." - Raleena Danielle, lena-chronicles.
He cant sing, but he damn sure can rap and Im not going to front, I was scared that this was going to be a Gucci Mane flop by the "ayee" at the beginning of the track "Fast Lane" But, I was mistaken. Richie Rich's freestyles and tracks are bomb! Gangsta and romance lyrics, yet filled with truth about the streets and how he need love too. Rich's music quality is very good and his words are clearly spoken. The Jamaican born artist has New York roots down in him from the sound of his style. Richie Rich is inspired by artist such as Jay-Z, the late Stack Bundles and his own father who happens to be a DJ. His love for rapping is simple, he says what he wants from his heart and no one else can stop him.
- Priceless Harmony
He cant sing, but he damn sure can rap and Im not going to front, I was scared that this was going to be a Gucci Mane flop by the "ayee" at the beginning of the track "Fast Lane" But, I was mistaken. Richie Rich's freestyles and tracks are bomb! Gangsta and romance lyrics, yet filled with truth about the streets and how he need love too. Rich's music quality is very good and his words are clearly spoken. The Jamaican born artist has New York roots down in him from the sound of his style. Richie Rich is inspired by artist such as Jay-Z, the late Stack Bundles and his own father who happens to be a DJ. His love for rapping is simple, he says what he wants from his heart and no one else can stop him.
- Priceless Harmony
New York, NY -- I.R.T. Media Group LLC, the production company responsible for the I.R.T. and I.R.T. Ryddimz brands, has forged a strategic partnership with new artist Rich iCoast to release his debut EP and iPhone application.
"After our first digital release last year, I felt it was good business to work with Rich," says I.R.T.'s Managing Partner Kamau O. Edwards. "Apart from his unique style and overwhelming talent as an artist, he was enterprising enough to make this a mutually beneficial situation."
Just a few months ago, Edwards was introduced to Rich iCoast through a mutual friend. Even though there was an initial interest in working together, that first meeting didn't immediately lead to the two partnering up. However, after 'quite a bit' of email correspondence, the two were finally able to sit down and discuss the possibilities of a partnership between I.R.T. Media Group, LLC and his iCoastra Nostra outfit.
Since then, Edwards and Rich, alongside up-and-coming producer HitMaker Dot, went to work to produce a prequel to the digital EP entitled "I'm RICH, Not Yet". The mix, which is already available for download, includes the buzz worthy singles "Eni Meeni Mini Moe" and "Stoned & Ambitious", as well as several freestyles where Rich re-writes his own interpretations on some of today's most popular instrumentals.
Also in the works is the "iCoast" Application for iPhones. The totally FREE 'APP' will contain everything from exclusive music and video content, to tour and performance information. Most impressively, it will feature real-time updates from Rich iCoast's blog and twitter pages. Several music videos are also in the works and should be hitting the airwaves and youtube by the end of the year.
"We want people to recognize New York not just as the origin of the culture but for the innovation of it," explains Edwards. "We need more NY artists representing us regularly and Rich signifies exactly that!"
According to Rich, "With the music me and Dot are creating, and the marketing that I.R.T. gonna bring to the table, I don't feel I can lose."
Hopefully, the two, along with producer HitMaker Dot can emulate the same kind of success that their New York City predecessors have had, while still pioneering it to new heights
- IRT Media
New York, NY -- I.R.T. Media Group LLC, the production company responsible for the I.R.T. and I.R.T. Ryddimz brands, has forged a strategic partnership with new artist Rich iCoast to release his debut EP and iPhone application.
"After our first digital release last year, I felt it was good business to work with Rich," says I.R.T.'s Managing Partner Kamau O. Edwards. "Apart from his unique style and overwhelming talent as an artist, he was enterprising enough to make this a mutually beneficial situation."
Just a few months ago, Edwards was introduced to Rich iCoast through a mutual friend. Even though there was an initial interest in working together, that first meeting didn't immediately lead to the two partnering up. However, after 'quite a bit' of email correspondence, the two were finally able to sit down and discuss the possibilities of a partnership between I.R.T. Media Group, LLC and his iCoastra Nostra outfit.
Since then, Edwards and Rich, alongside up-and-coming producer HitMaker Dot, went to work to produce a prequel to the digital EP entitled "I'm RICH, Not Yet". The mix, which is already available for download, includes the buzz worthy singles "Eni Meeni Mini Moe" and "Stoned & Ambitious", as well as several freestyles where Rich re-writes his own interpretations on some of today's most popular instrumentals.
Also in the works is the "iCoast" Application for iPhones. The totally FREE 'APP' will contain everything from exclusive music and video content, to tour and performance information. Most impressively, it will feature real-time updates from Rich iCoast's blog and twitter pages. Several music videos are also in the works and should be hitting the airwaves and youtube by the end of the year.
"We want people to recognize New York not just as the origin of the culture but for the innovation of it," explains Edwards. "We need more NY artists representing us regularly and Rich signifies exactly that!"
According to Rich, "With the music me and Dot are creating, and the marketing that I.R.T. gonna bring to the table, I don't feel I can lose."
Hopefully, the two, along with producer HitMaker Dot can emulate the same kind of success that their New York City predecessors have had, while still pioneering it to new heights
- IRT Media
Discography
mixtape- Im RICH, Not Yet
Mixtape - The Come (The Prequel)
EP - Everyday
Rollin Wit My ACES - iTunes
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Bio
Permit me, here, to introduce Rich iCoast. This Bronx native is as uncompromising as the stoic poise with which he lobs his lines; pregnant with meaning. Without reservation, Rich iCoast is a talented wordsmith. It is this resourcefulness that allows him the courage to play with the music, rhymes and rhythms that aptly portray the realities of his immediate surroundings. You listen to his music and it communicates an authenticity that is life in New York City. In his voice you hear that distinct, incredulous flavor with which he mixes his bars by exploiting the color and tone of sound. It is this Ghostface Killa kind timbre of his voice, and that characteristic South Bronx drawl sailing above the harsh lines of this edgy melody, which he prefers to rap over, that makes his compositions all the more interesting.
He does not have to admit it; I will. Rich iCoast is a daily choreography of voice and gesture against the backdrop of human extras and abstractly colored props of his Bronx neighborhood. Within the bustle of this urban setting he says: life is crazy girls, bright lights and goons they all come into play my city never sleeps and even I cant sleep their daily movements are what influence my music; partying, chilling or just going out on the streets; you see so much, no matter what time it is
It is behind that smooth, deliberate calculation of Rich iCoasts eyes lays a perspective eager to connect with that cultural journey that reaches back into his Jamaican heritage. 21 years ago he was born Richard Reid under the determination of a Capricorn sun. Of those early years he says: I grew up with my grandmother (my fathers mom); so I wasnt around my parents that much but my pops was a DJ and when we were with each other, he always spoke to me about how music is played and composed. The music of choice for him, then, was Reggae and Ska.
Within those tropical years of his early life in Jamaica, Rich iCoast recalls: livin there it was basically growin up fast cause we aint holding you hands to cross the street When youre seven youre doin a lot for yourself I was over a hot ass stove makin myself breakfast and ironin my own clothes at a young age Not that I didnt have someone to do it for me but, with my grandmother, he continued, it was: I dont want you to grow up dependin on people.
Not much later, Rich iCoast migrated to the United States while still very young. He attended Weaver High School, in Hartford, Connecticut from where he graduated with a high school diploma. But it was, really, on the streets of his new demanding neighborhood he was exposed to the rolling syncopation of guitar and drums in the melodious phrasing of Bob Marley; and the lyrical rap of B.I.G, Beenie Man, Stack Bundles, Joe Budden, JayZ, Lloyd Banks and Ludacris. For him, Stack Bundles has been the most influential and stands out in his memory. He says: with him (Stack Bundles) being deceased his music is still more relevant than most music played today.
It was there in the bowels of the Bronx Barbary, where Rich iCoasts music really began to germinate. There in the birthplace of hip-hop, he began casting a unique edge to his work. According to him he injects a feel good flavor to the music. He describes his music with almost philosophical jargon: you hear it through the quotes and, it is because I have something to say. He continues: my music takes you into my world to see how I think. For him, it was definitely the Bronx that was instrumental in shaping his music. His rational: because you cant be a slouch comin from the Bronx. When you rap and you tell someone you from the Bronx their response is like Oh you from the Bronx; thats why and thats more power for you to show them you got it this here is the birthplace and we have one of the greatest Big Pun so I pride myself on knowing this borough did pave the way for HIP-HOP.
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