What's In A Name? ('Grandeur Pulse' Release Date - Official)

What's In A Name? ('Grandeur Pulse' Release Date - Official)


If you're a Registered Member on here, or follow me on Twitter (@Lekhem_ if not ;-]), then you'll know that I confirmed my next release date this week.

The day that I decided to make this mixtape, 'Grandeur Pulse', I already had the release date in my head. I decided to go with the 21st December 2012. In all honesty, my main reason for that is, because it's been the date that's thrown around that the 'world is meant to end' and all of that malarkey!

From the film '2012', to other forms of media, that date has been associated with this for years now and I felt to poke fun at that in the best way I know how. One of the great things about that, is that it lands on the last Friday before Christmas - I couldn't help myself, lol. With that being said, you'll all be able to enjoy the new music right into your festive season.

Mark your calendars, advents, all that good stuff - 'Grandeur Pulse', my new Intrumentals mixtape - 21/12/12...

1Love
Lek

The Next 'Grand' Design...

The Next 'Grand' Design...

Hey everyone!

As announced last week, to close off 2012 I will be releasing an instrumental mixtape (EP) all produced by myself. The aim of this project is to show growth as a producer since 'KrateDiggin' and a musician as a whole.

Throughout this year, while working very hard as an artist, I've been working on my instrumentals as well. During the last few months I would, from time to time, speak of a new sound that I've been working on and Grandeur Pulse will be a perfect opportunity to give an example into what that is all about. The name ‘Grandeur Pulse’ gives an indication into that, but it's something that I will explain closer to the release date...

The look and sound of this project will be a very sleek one, but there will be more info to come on that as the days become closer!
Until then, the ‘Lin Feng’ instrumental is a taster...Made to signify the return to my production duties for the remainder of 2012, as explained last week, my inspiration behind it was the whole 'Wu Tang Clan' type of hip hop that was heavily influenced by a lot of martial arts films.

I wanted to make something like that as I've always loved the sound and being a natural fan of a lot of Eastern aspects (martial arts, art, etc), I felt it only right to continue that in my own creative way. I've got a few more instrumentals with that sound and will be releasing them over time.

We've got much more coming between now and the release ,so make sure you stay with us...

1Love

Lek

Preparing for Grandeur...

Preparing for Grandeur...

Hello LekLaners,

I want to start this off by wishing you well, hoping that you had a good weekend and that you have a productive week coming.

We here at ESP Ltd. are currently going through a small period of reconstruction, even reinvention if you will. During this time, as you've already noticed, we have been a little quieter than normal. We thank you for continuing to diligently support us as you always have.

As a personal THANK YOU from myself on behalf of EVERY member of ESP, I've decided to give an insight into some of the new works I've been doing, so I'm going to be releasing a new body of Instrumentals.

The name of the project will be 'Grandeur Pulse' and as the name indicates will be an example of the new sounds that we're creating over here. I'll be releasing the project just before the end of 2012 to round off what has been a very busy, productive and interesting year to say the least.

Kicking things off with 'Lin Feng', this latest release is influenced by the old skool hip hop that used the Eastern samples I've always loved. Like Wu Tang, but in my way, I've been told by the Queen of Trivia that the name has many definitions that all describe me personally, the most fitting one being 'contrasting qualities in nature...being creative or artistic in a practical way'...I think Ms. ESP might be trying to tell me something...

Listen, enjoy, comment and share, the first taste of what's to come from me in the next few months:

All the best to each and every one of you.

1Love
Lek

#LekPress: Ed.29 of #TheSauce - 'ViRGO' Special!

#LekPress: Ed.29 of #TheSauce - 'ViRGO' Special!

If you follow Lekhem on Facebook or Twitter, then you will be aware that he features the latest news and updates in '#TheSauce from The ESP Family' every Sunday.

Read All About Him! This week is a 'ViRGO' Special...

The 29th Edition was a salute to our resident Jamerican on his birthday, so please do have a read, comment and share ahead of the next one!

Thanks and have a great Week!

EricaSharlette

#LekPress 'ViRGO' - #ESPspotlight Review

#LekPress 'ViRGO' - #ESPspotlight Review

I can't not share my thoughts and I certainly didn't take it easy on them! Read my Spotlight Review on Lekhem and Korshun's mixtape release.

Don't forget to share the piece OR your thoughts on it...

Hope you enjoy my take on it!

EricaSharlette

#LekPress: Lekhem and Korshun in the #FindOutFriday Hotseat!

#LekPress: Lekhem and Korshun in the #FindOutFriday Hotseat!

It's that time again! Lekhem's back in my #FindOutFriday hotseat, but this time with a twist! I play him and Korshun off against one another, while getting up to a little bit of mischief...Read, Enjoy and don't forget to share!

#FindOutFriday Re:FIX - 'ViRGO' Special!

EricaSharlette 

#LekPress: Show Off Your Music Interview

#LekPress: Show Off Your Music Interview

That troublesome duo Lekhem and Korshun feature in their first interview for #ViRGO this week. Have a read of their chat and don't forget to share!

With thanks to Tanya Leighton!

'ViRGO' is Here!

'ViRGO' is Here!

Finally it’s here! The tag team mixtape with myself and Korshun is ready for you! We’re both fresh out the studio with a body of music that’s full of life! On this project, we have uptempo tracks, slower tracks, songs for the ladies, the fellas...just about everyone.

Being the 'ViRGO' mixtape, Korshun and I felt it only right to express a few different aspects of a Virgo man’s personality. We wanted an artistic idea of how to do that, beyond just being average and giving straight up definitions etc, within the songs. That in itself is an aspect of the Virgo man. From the intro, it’s clear to hear that you’ll be in for a great listen.

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Musically, this is a very exciting project with production credits from Myke Forte, Low P, Viper, Taebeast, Jacob Levin, Venom Productions and more. Infusing hip hop with soul, a gritty sound and a new school edge, 'ViRGO' is a very explosive and entertaining project.

"Dun know #cosign...looool" – Korshun

'ViRGO' Track Breakdown!

'ViRGO' Track Breakdown!

Here we’re going to give you a track by track break down of the mixtape. You know us Virgo's are going to go above and beyond for you!

1: SEPTEMBER (Intro)

Produced by Viper with skit edits by Lekhem, this was the perfect vibe to kick off the mixtape.

2: THE SIXTH SENSE

This song kicks off the mixtape with one of the best ways that Korshun and Lekhem know how to, LYRICISM! Taebeast provides the music backdrop as we both “tear into the mic”.

3: COOL DOWN ViRGO

From the very first drop of this song you’ll be grooving to it with tight production from LP Hoodz. Released as part of the promotional package, this is a very catch song that grabs attention very quickly.

4: PROMETHEUS

Produced by Venom Productions infusing the Greek Mythology story of Prometheus with Hip Hop, this concept helped to shape the entire mixtape. A hard hitting song with a very strong point.

5: SERVING THAT

One of the hype tracks on the mixtape with probably the most infectious hook of the whole project! A real fun, gritty sound with powerful vocals with a great message. It shows the determination and drive of an artist, and also touches on one of the potential vices that an artist could face.

6: LOOK EASY

A song that can be perceived as being extremely cocky but in all honesty that is further from the truth. It’s simply stating that we can do what we do, very well, and make it just “look easy”. ViRGO ha ha

7: DANCE WITH ME

Produced by Renzaboy, this is a favourite among a lot of people. First featured on Korshun’s ‘Valenrhymes’ mixtape and after all the response we thought that it would only be right to bring it onto the ViRGO project. This song details the thoughts that go through a man’s head whilst on the dancefloor.

8: ROMANTIC ILLUSIONS

Virgo males are often seen by people as very cold and emotionless, which is one of the biggest myths around. This song right here helps to diffuse that idea. With smooth and soulful production from Taebeast, giving the perfect backdrop.

9: MUSIC (Interlude)

A bit of fun by Korshun. Not much can really be said or broken down about this, just listen and enjoy lol 

10: MUSIC

Straight up feel good music. Myke Forte’s production on this fits perfectly with the concept which makes for a very smooth and entertaining song.

11: SMOKING WEED

This song is exactly as it says on the title. One for the smokers. Packed with energetic flows, it’s definitely one to enjoy a session to. Lekhem and Korshun display 2 different ways in which a person would feel to do what the titles says.

12: STICKY DANCEFLOOR

Closing the mixtape with some energetic production from Jacob Levin, this is a lively way to close off the project. One for the clubs without a doubt! BANGER!!!!!! 

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And that’s the breakdown of the tracks on the ViRGO mixtape from Korshun and myself! Grab your copy of ViRGO at SIX O'CLOCK and enjoy the good music coming from The Sixth Sign!

#1Love

Lek

Once In A Blue Moon...

Once In A Blue Moon...

Hey People!

The Queen of Random Trivia, Ms. EricaSharlette is always telling me these random facts about things that have me thinking for awhile after we've talked.

The latest is about a story she read in the news about tonight having a rare blue moon that only shows up once every two and a half years, causing that well known phrase to come about...She asked a question that I to think about at the time and I thought since it's been a minute since I talked to all of you, I'd tell you what I came up with.

Every Once In A Blue Moon, I'd like to be on a beach during the night time, with a bunch of friends around a camp fire. I know it's one of those 'cheesy' moments that they depict in movies all the time and all, but they never showed it the Jamaican way...There's actually something really cool about it.

Good weather, good friends, good food and the like, all put together, makes for a great time; everyone can relate to that. Experiences that are referred to as 'Once In A Blue Moon' are the ones that are embedded in the memory for a long time, so let's try to fill our lives with more 'Once In A Blue Moon' moments...

Feel free to share yours below, why not hit that #OnceInABlueMoon hashtag on twitter and compare what you got? You never know who you might share that desire with.

1Love

Lekhem