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You're in the Doghouse Now

28 Sep 2010, 20:58 by ropeadope

What's up kids? Well... we've got some blazing new music coming your way and we're stoked. That's right stoked! Our boy Aldo De Sanctis aka A Red Cat in the Doghouse is releasing his second album entitled "Life Under the Chemtrails". It's coming out on the 19th of October for full downloads, but we figured we'd let you take a listen to it, just to wet the proverbial whistle. Enjoy!
Life Under the Chemtrails

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10 questions for Ropeadope by Musformation

16 Jul 2009, 18:35 by ropeadope

Check out Ropeadope's founder Andy Hurwitz tell MusFormation about Ropeadope and the future of the industry as RAD keeps adapting itself to the world.

10 Questions With A Record Label: Rope-A-Dope Records
By Arianna Koudounas on July 15, 2009

When a record label displays actual integrity by being faithful in offering fans quality music from real artists year after, people take notice. Rope A Dope Records is celebrating 10 years of fantastic music and an incredibly manicured brand image. Medieski Martin and Wood, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Charlie Hunter, North Mississippi All-stars and DJ Logic are just a few of the seminal artists who have released records on the Philadelphia-based label. We recently sat down with founder Andy Hurwitz to dive deep into subject like the future of record labels, how to make actual money and starting off in the music industry.

1. Running an independent record label is often not the most lucrative or rewarding of jobs - want inspired you to do so?
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New Madrid Faults and Black Landlord

1 Apr 2009, 16:18 by ropeadope

Hey Ropeadope Fans!

What's up?!
New Madrid Faults' single entitled 'Hopeless' which will be featured on their upcoming album "Concerning Small Town Abberations", was released on last Monday. You can buy it HERE

Besides, on the 7th of April it will be Black Landlord's turn and they are gonna ROCK your world! Yes, exactly. Rolling Stone describes describes this 9 piece musical machine as “what would happen if KRS One and James brown showed up at your house and then wouldn’t leave”. We just say it’s the best fucking record we’ve put out in years, highly anticipated from coast to coast this is pure Big Band Hip-Hop Soul Music from the city of Brotherly love.
Their debut album "Addicted to Distraction" will be available next week. Be sure to catch it because you really DON'T want to miss it!!

Keep coming back for more information.

Stand strong

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Fatty Acid Self Titled Debut Album is NOW AVAILABLE.

10 Mar 2009, 19:47 by ropeadope

Hey Dear Ropeadope Fans, the self titled debut album of Fatty Acid was released on yesterday. How to buy it? Really simple, just follow the link --> http://www.klicktrack.com/ropeadope/releases/fatty-acid/fatty-acid
Enjoy the sound Ropeadope Fans

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w36/ropeadopedigital/a_a37136ed24ca477c96988569a4b349d5.png

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Kicksville Season 1 is now available!!!!

25 Feb 2009, 20:57 by ropeadope

Kicksville has released a new album called "Season 1". "Season 1" ranges from long-lost Kicksville originals to audacious covers of The Police, Willie Dixon, and Talking Heads. Each single includes a unique cover created by nationally recognized illustrator and Kicksville Citizen Andy Ewen. This playlist features the covers along with the new versions of the 'Season 1" Singles. Listen, Learn, and Interact Here

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w36/ropeadopedigital/kicksvilleSEASON1coverRGBLO-RES.jpg

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ROPEADOPE PLAYLISTS!!!

19 Feb 2009, 17:20 by ropeadope

Hey there people of Ropeadope Nation!!! Just wanetd to let you know that we have created playlists for you to enjoy on lastfm.com depending on your musical taste.

ROPEADOPE JAZZ-http://www.last.fm/label/Ropeadope/playlists/2ma4i_ropeadope_jazz

ROPEADOPE JAZZ 2-http://www.last.fm/label/Ropeadope/playlists/2ma68_ropeadope_jazz_2

ROPEADOPE HIP HOP-http://www.last.fm/label/Ropeadope/playlists/2ma5h_ropeadope_hip-hop

ROPEADOPE ROCK-http://www.last.fm/label/Ropeadope/playlists/2ma72_ropeadope_rock

ROPEADOPE-http://www.last.fm/label/Ropeadope/playlists/2ma8k_ropeadope

ROPEADOPE SAMPLER-http://www.last.fm/label/Ropeadope/playlists/2maat_ropeadope_sampler

AND EVEN OUR NEW 2009 RELEASES-http://www.last.fm/label/Ropeadope/playlists/2l90e_ropeadope_2009%2521%2521%2521

TAKE YOUR PICK AND ENJOY IT'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

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DRED SCOTT TRIO UPDATE

12 Feb 2009, 18:01 by ropeadope

JAZZ FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T LIKE JAZZ

"Live at the Rockwood Music Hall" out NOW on Ropeadope.
Get it from iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=302754019

Stream the whole record via Last.fm here:http://www.last.fm/music/Dred+Scott+Trio/Live+at+the+Rockwood+Music+Hall?autostart

"Blending pop, bop, pulse, and clatter, they get to a place that swings on its own terms. And they entertain as well." jim macnie, village voice

"A disciple of psychedelic subterfuge, coupled with post-cool intensity." Victor Haseman, SF Weekly

"A restless trio." New York Times

"This disc (Live at the Rockwood) demonstrates that Scott's vision of bop is a deeply personal one, which can be either cozily swinging or devilishly tricky." TIMEOUT NY

With his seventh album, jazz pianist Dred Scott and his Trio deliver a hefty helping of the downtown cool that has earned them one of the most fervent followings on the New York jazz scene. …

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Kicksville - The Singles - Season 1 wrapping up with a BANG!!!

11 Feb 2009, 19:25 by ropeadope

Still releasing a new single every week until Feb. 23rd, when the compilation disc available, containing all 13 singles.

Even more exciting, the whole thing starts over again on 4/20 with Kicksville's, The Singles - Season 2, so heads up Ropeadope fans!

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Kicksville-Season 1!!!

5 Feb 2009, 16:10 by ropeadope

So if you haven't heard about anything this yet, now is your chance. Kicksville is releasing one song a week of "long-lost Kicksville originals to audacious covers of The Police, Willie Dixon, and Talking Heads. Each single includes a unique cover created by nationally recognized illustrator and Kicksville Citizen Andy Ewen.
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You need to go and check this out these guys are doing something great and always are keeping the world's attention.

Look through the past weeks to see the important songs you missed (all of them) and catch up on Kicksville and "Season 1".

Find Kicksville here:

http://www. myspace. com/kicksvilleband
https://www. imeem. com/kicksville
www. kicksville. com
http://www. klicktrack. com/klicktrack/releases/kicksville

and the newest release:
"Subliminal Globality"
http://www. ropeadope. com/music/record/subliminal_globality/

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Dred Scott Trio-Live at Rockwood Music Hall

5 Feb 2009, 16:08 by ropeadope

'this disc (live at rockwood) demonstrates that scott's vision of bop is a deeply personal one, which can be either cozily swinging or devilishly tricky.' time out, ny

'Live at the Rockwood Music Hall is a beautiful showcase of this dynamic piano trio.' allaboutjazz-newyork

'a restless trio.' ny times

'Blending pop, bop, pulse, and clatter, they get to a place that swings on its own terms. And they entertain as well. Prep for the Halloween gig by donning your "anything goes" psyche.' Village Voice

'...a certain satanic allure.' Jazzman (France)

''Dred Scott is a monster on the piano, one of the best players I have ever seen. In my opinion he's already a legend. It has been and continues to be an honor to have the Dred Scott Trio perform every Tuesday night . This residency has become a key part of the clubs reputation for good music any time any day. I have seen the Dred Scott trio hundreds of times and every time he blows my mind.' Ken Rockwood

"Live at the Rockwood Music Hall"
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