With a new album, ratchet set for release this may under famed british label xl recordings, shamir seems set to make a big breakthrough in terms of pop stardom. The video for on the regular, which begins with shamir rapping, just so you know, yes, yes, im a guy, is embedded on this page. While he was in the studio, we had shamir perform acoustic versions of his songs straight boy. We spent the weekend in shamir baileys north town, aka north las vegas, descending into caves for jam sessions, and to his bedroom for confessions.
Bailey lifts up his shirt to shows us a tattoohis firstthat he got last summer of a cocknbullkid song, hold on to your misery. Shamir bailey, or better known by his stage name shamir, is one of the most intriguing new artists of 2014. I always find it amazing that people get mad because they cant figure out my gender, he said. Shamir tickets shamir concert tickets and tour dates. In october 2014 he signed to xl recordings and released the single on the regular.
Northtown is the debut ep by american singersongwriter shamir bailey, better known by his. Dec 17, 2014 listen to shamir perform new song in for the kill. Shamir bailey is a queer, philadelphiabased musician. Meet shamir bailey, the pride of north las vegas north las vegas native shamir bailey is set to appear at the opening of tmobile arena on wednesday along with the killers and wayne newton. Shamir baileys strippeddown, selfproduced songs are brimming with selfassurance and confidence, even in the midst of anxiety and heartache. After the release of his 2014 ep, northtown, shamir quickly became one of the most talked about artists heading into the new year.
Shamir bailey, better known simply as shamir, has a knack for making music. Shamir if it wasnt true godmode official music video the 19yearold las vegas natives godmode debut footage by shamir bailey edited by anthony sylvester download the song. There s been much hype around las vegas based musician shamir bailey following the release of his impressive debut ep, northtown, back in june. Sylvester was immediately charmed and now, bailey is dropping his first ep, titled northtown on godmode. Its also his only previously released music to appear on his debut album ratchet, and its still his defining moment. Its an honest, earnest pop record, as shamir elaborates on the gutsy melodies. Shamir bailey is just warming up w magazine womens. Aug 29, 2017 the uniquely talented las vegas singersongwriter shamir bailey rose to fame as somewhat of a futuristic dancepop artist affiliated with first godmode records and then xl recordings, culminating.
Shamir spends most of northtown in a state of constant romantic turmoil, and thanks to the delicacy of his voice it sounds like hes exploring new depths of disappointment with each new track. Xl recordings demonstrate their stillhot eye for new talent with this kaleidoscopic debut from vegas native shamir bailey. He joins jim and greg in the studio for a strippeddown performance and conversation about refusing to be pigeonholed, performing personal songs in front of crowds, and gender identity. About two years ago, the young las vegas singer and songwriter shamir bailey broke out with ratchet, a truly great debut album of euphoric discohouse. Meet shamir bailey, the pride of north las vegas las. Ratchet, from las vegas singersongwriter shamir bailey, feels like a study in the best dancepop of the past decade.
Apr 17, 2017 about two years ago, the young las vegas singer and songwriter shamir bailey broke out with ratchet, a truly great debut album of euphoric discohouse. Its also his only previously released music to appear on his. He formed an indie pop duo in high school, explored a love of country music, and incorporates the sounds of vintage chicago house and disco on his electronic pop recordings. Shamir if it wasnt true godmode official music video. Jan 22, 2016 only a few years into his career, las vegasbased singersongwriter shamir has already explored house, disco, indie pop, country, and countless other styles. Shamirs northtown ep is out now via godmode records, which is absolutely a label. Those songs he made right after high school turned into an ep called northtown. In 2014, shamir released a debut ep called northtown. Shamir bailey hates your favorite shamir song nancy wnyc. Shamir is known for his androgynous countertenor voice.
Shamir covers miranda lamberts the house that built me. After getting a guitar from his mother, he taught himself to play it albeit upside down. Shamir is an americanborn singer songwriter from las vegas, nevada. Shamir sometimes a man official hd video godmode from the 19yearold las vegas natives debut northtown ep out now on godmode music video directed by anthony sylvester. Shamir bailey, who just goes by shamir as a stage name, recently stopped by huw stephens bbc radio. Oct 30, 2014 but shamir, who could almost fall into a nichey, only for a select few category is also just the kind of good that makes me want to grab strangers on the street, and yell listen to this guy. Shamir signs to fatherdaughter for new album revelations. His debut extended play ep, northtown, was released in june 2014 to. May 18, 2015 ratchet, from las vegas singersongwriter shamir bailey, feels like a study in the best dancepop of the past decade. Though shamirs northtown ep made him one to watch, it was his single on the regular, a witty, charismatic, and almost unclassifiable mix of pop, dance, and hiphop that truly put him on the map. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our coo. Jun 11, 2015 shamir bailey invites everyone in, with plenty of pop star potential the young singer and songwriter lets his voice soar on his debut album, ratchet. When he first come through, it was baileys soulful tones and animated character which caught the attention of critics and fans.
Ooh, i know its a good thing find someone for me i would say im happy, they say talk is cheap. You can sense from his album art alone that shamir bailey who writes and performs melodic outsider pop under his first name reveals and obfuscates himself in equally cautious measure. Includes unlimited streaming via the free bandcamp app, plus highquality download in mp3, flac and more. The opening song, if it wasnt true should have been in contention for song of the summer status with its slick steady beat, and its breakup narrative that gives you the distinct feeling that everything will turn out alright this guy, and you the listener.
Northtown is the debut ep by american singersongwriter shamir bailey, better known by his stage name, shamir. The las vegasbased singer made a surprising impact with his northtown ep last year. Shamir has been on jim and gregs radar since they caught him at last years sxsw music conference. Growing up in the citys northtown area, shamir bailey listened to music ranging from rock to jazz and found inspiration in his songwriter aunt. Barry j holmes i f you drive north out of las vegas and keep going for an hour or so, the strip recedes to just that. Shamir bailey is a 19yearold, wilfully androgynous. Shamirs debut album, northtown, is available for download.
Shamir tickets shamir concert tickets and tour dates stubhub. With a decorated history of influences, shamir defies the boundaries of. Shamirs debut album, northtown, is currently available for download on itunes. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our cookie policy. Oct 26, 2017 you can sense from his album art alone that shamir bailey who writes and performs melodic outsider pop under his first name reveals and obfuscates himself in equally cautious measure. Jul 21, 2017 keep dragging me alone i should be happy, but all i feel is blue. Wonder, shamir shine at life is beautiful day one las. Download shamirs surprise new album hope stereogum. Northtown, an album by shamir on spotify we and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. After quickly rising to underground fame with his northtown ep in 2014, the diy popstar made a sonic splash with rachets. Shamir bailey born november 7, 1994, known mononymously as shamir, is an american singer, songwriter and actor from las vegas, nevada. If it wasnt true is a song written and recorded by american singersongwriter shamir bailey, better known by his stage name shamir, and included as the opening track on his debut extended play ep northtown. This follow up is every bit as thrilling, with the curious 19 year old delivering an infectious leftfield dance pop stomper built around spiraling chords, surging bass, scattergun electronics, nagging cowbells and his distinctive, androgynous vocals. It was produced by nick sylvester, the founder of new yorks godmode label, and released on june 6, 2014.
Jun 05, 2014 bailey lifts up his shirt to shows us a tattoohis firstthat he got last summer of a cocknbullkid song, hold on to your misery. He was born by the name shamir bailey, but dropped his last name to work in the business. Shamir bailey celebrity profile check out the latest shamir bailey photo gallery, biography, pics, pictures, interviews, news, forums and blogs at rotten tomatoes. Meet shamir bailey, the pride of north las vegas las vegas. Mar 22, 2015 the video for on the regular, which begins with shamir rapping, just so you know, yes, yes, im a guy, is embedded on this page. Keep dragging me alone i should be happy, but all i feel is blue. I honestly always thought i was a mediocre singer, the 19year old singersongwriter, who goes by shamir, admits over the phone from his. Im sitting on the couch, feeling alone i dont feel right, cause no ones home i start to. His debut lp ratchet was released on may 19, 2015 in the united states. His debut ep, northtown june 2014 was followed in 2015 by a fulllength album, ratchet. Revelations by shamir, released 03 november 2017 1. The ep was rated as one of the best releases by a new artist in 2014. The uniquely talented las vegas singersongwriter shamir bailey rose to fame as somewhat of a futuristic dancepop artist affiliated with first godmode records and then xl. In the years since his neutral, warm smile graced the cover of 2014s northtown ep, the 22yearold las vegas natives depictions have been anything direct.
We realise youre using an old version of microsoft ie, which might cause problems. Born shamir bailey, the 21yearold las vegas native has been stylistically restless his whole life. Ooh, i know its a good thing find someone for me i. Hope full album by shamirbailey shamir bailey soundcloud. Las vegas shamir is an eclectic artist whose music spans lofi indie rock, the confessional style of country singersongwriters, and witty electropop. No matter which gig you choose, shamir will be an incredibly treat. Elsewhere i know its a good thing gives us the beautiful line, she wears my favorite color, everyday in. Oct 26, 2017 shamir baileys strippeddown, selfproduced songs are brimming with selfassurance and confidence, even in the midst of anxiety and heartache. Release date august 7, 2015 5 tracks download artist. Shamir bailey invites everyone in, with plenty of pop star potential the young singer and songwriter lets his voice soar on his debut album, ratchet. The pitchfork readers poll features your picks for the best and worst in the world of music, including your choices for. The pitchfork readers poll features your picks for the best and worst in the world of music, including your choices for top albums and top tracks, along with most. Shamir bailey invites everyone in, with plenty of pop star. May, 2015 shamirs debut album, northtown, is currently available for download on itunes.
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