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Southgate Entertainment: Our Story

Incorporating reggae, hip hop and r'n'b; the 19 track debut from Carl Perkins' new label unleashes fresh talent from Taranaki to Palmeston North. Distributed through Maorimusic.com, the artists on this compilation are relatively unknown, but possess solid potential for future success. R'n'b affiliates Seth, Marino, P.A Styles and T.A come across as professional with soothing beats provided by Te Omeka and Carl Perkins. Meanwhile, the album predominantly focuses on hip hop. Talent emerges from the likes of MCs Defwish, Johnny K, Random Klik, 13-year-old Lil'Richie and SVC to name only a few. Wiz brings chilled reggae vibes with the benevolent I Love You Girl, and more upbeat What If I Was. International artists, Messenjah of Tanzania, and Pure Source representing San Diego, also bless the mix. The synthesised sounds in many beats can become repetitive and sound familiar from song to song, and some MCs have ground to make in their lyrical skill. 'Our Story' is a good introduction for the former Herbs member's new stable, and with two complete albums due for release, marks a good beginning.

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