The Part Time Heros release their debut 'Realise' EP

Released October 30th 2006

Fresh from rocking the main stage at this years Big Chill, The Heroes release their debut EP, championed by the likes of Giles Peterson, featuring the vocal talents of new comers Jono McCleery & Lucy Kitchen, plus the superb 'BBC Jazz Vocalist Of The Year' Liane Carrol

Available on Vinyl format from all good record stores and on Digital Download. To buy the full EP or selected tracks as mp3's visit any of the below sites...

Mums The Word Management

To work closely alongside the label, we have now launched Mums The Word Management. Managing the careers of eclectic acts The Part Time Heroes and The Nextmen. Check below for details and more information on both acts.

"I love their sound. They come across as a jazzier Zero 7, I'm feeling that!" Giles Peterson

PTH Biography

The Part Time Heroes are two undisclosed young musicians currently residing in the leafy suburbs of Southampton. Although their names are not known to the masses, their music soon will be, as this part-time shop assistant and part-time sandwich deliveryman, plan to convert their part-time music careers into full-time employment.

Both heroes have a deep history in a variety of genres, sharing influences from Miles Davis to Bob Marley to The Clash, and both now share the same landlord. For various reasons the duo found themselves sharing a flat together at the turn of 2005 and after many late night conversations, lengthy musical debates and story-telling sessions, the duo that had now become good friends decided it was only right to combine their two studios. The short move from each other's respected bedrooms to the 'the lounge' took place and a new production partnership was born. It was quick, natural and 'felt right' and the next ten months have taken them to the brink of breaking through.

Having drawn comparisons to Portishead, St.Germain, Groove Armada and Zero 7 there is no question that the Heroes debut album (in progress) is an exciting, eclectic and fresh journey over different tempos, incorporating live instrumentation, deep jazz roots, folk music and organic soul nourishing goodness.

April 2005 saw the duo invite a selection of close friends/local accomplished musicians to their front room to bring that 'live' touch to their recordings. Live drums, flute, keys, double bass and horn section were thrown into the mix and over the coming months vocalists including new-comers Jono McCleery (Music Weeks best unsigned act of 2005), Lucy Kitchen and Laura Vane, who would drop by to indulge in late night song writing sessions and recording.

Having held their music down, working away juggling day job's, they've manage to contribute music to an recent MTV advert plus remixing the likes of MJ Cole, Yungun, Mosaic, Instrumental (Big Chill Recordings), N'Dambi, Monday Michiru, Fania All-stars (V2 Records) and Citizen Cope (Sony/BMG) to name a few.

May 2006 saw the Heroes team up with legendary Wah Wah 45 Records to release their first official single under the moniker 'PTH Projects'. This consisted of the tracks 'Pretend Paradise' featuring the vocals of double award winning 'BBC Jazz Artist of The Year 2005' Liane Carroll, and B-side 'Thin Air' featuring the incredible soulful vocals of Laura Vane who is currently touring doing backing vocals for Gnarls Barkley. This release was such a success; it sold out in two weeks demanding a re-press!

Continuing to build on their success and fan-base, they have DJ'd across the UK and Europe over recent months and performed with their full live band on the main stage at the 'Big Chill Festival' 2006, plus at London's Cargo venue. Their debut 'Realise' EP is released on Mums The Word Records on 30th October 2006. Get ready…

So things are looking up for our part-time shop boy and sandwich deliveryman. If the hype's anything to go by – then maybe their days of BLT's and cheese and tomato rolls could be numbered. All I know is after hearing their music and meeting them in person… these Heroes 'won't stop till their work is done'.

parttimeheroes.co.uk
myspace.com/theparttimeheroes

"The Best f*^cking DJ's in the world!" Jimmy Saville

The Nextmen Biography:

Widely regarded the globe over as the two most indispensable ingredients for a blazing party, amiable Cambridge born production duo The Nextmen (Brad Baloo and Dom Search) continue to set this year alight, re-shaping their musical direction and winning eclectic music fans the world over. In the wake of their two internationally successful albums ‘Amongst The Madness’ (75 Ark) and 'Get Over It' (Scenario Records), countless mixed releases, singles, remixes, bootlegs and the launch of their own label Custom Records, this brilliant pair continue to up the ante for home-grown hip-hop and eclectic electronic music in general.

Their music, in both performance and production, continues to embody some stunningly cool conundrum. Which is all a long way from the humble hip-hop beginnings of The Nextmen:

"The reception to our first album was a turning point," declares Dom. "We didn't have much in the way of funding but we managed to reach a lot of people." Its no wonder The Nextmen soon found themselves appearing on the Groove Armada album, remixing the likes of Plan B, Public Enemy, Fat Freddy’s Drop, Blackalicious, The Pharcyde and Morcheeba, and collaborating with the likes of Ty, Rodney P, Cutty Ranks, Corrine Bailey Rae and Ms. Dynamite.

Constant badgering from punters, mates and the remarkably insightful ‘Fat City’ label also pushed the pair to try and cage their feisty live DJ sets into a series of promotional mix CD releases, always with the naughty Nextmen touches. Try the weight-loss bible ‘Listen and Lose’ or the hip-hop guide to modern sports etiquette with The Nextmen’s ‘Personal Golf Instructions’ mix. Widely popular the globe over, with thousands currently enjoying their comic newsreel ‘Not The Nextmen’ and their latest mix CD offering ‘A Child’s Introduction To Jazz’.

The duo are now deep in their Norf London studio, shaping their third full album. Word on the street has confirmed features from Dallas of New Zealand’s mighty Fat Freddy’s Drop, plus north London songstress Zarif, Dynamite MC, Demolition Man and some ‘undercover’ surprise guests. Also check the recent ‘World Cup Finger Football Clip’ doing the rounds on the web, featuring The Nextmen on soundtrack duties. Check it at their below web address’s or on U Tube. The video has been a cyber smash, with over 8 million downloads! Plus their ‘Friends and Family’ mix LP on Fat City Records (out 30th October 2006). Very nice indeed!

thenextmen.com
myspace.com/thenextmen