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Doug Simpson is “Above The Clouds”; knows the “Rules”

Free Downloads, Newson March 3rd, 2011Comments Off

Ironhorse Music Group songwriter/producer Doug Simpson has released two singles from his forthcoming project, Rough Draught. The single “Above The Clouds” features ReddOktobba recording artist Coole High, while the second single “Rules of Engagement” features appearances by Black Pearl Music recording artist Mr. Wonderful and fellow IHMG recording artist and producer Slim.

The maxi-single’s track list includes instrumental and a cappella versions of “Above The Clouds” as well as instrumental and a cappella versions of “Rules of Engagement”, which is presented in street and radio formats.

Produced by The Aqua League (Doug Simpson, Slim), the IHMG in-house duo has provided production for Euphon, DougSimpson’s previous project Sketches, Top $ Raz, Sleepwalkas, Fresh Aire, Tri-boro, Pete Colon, Niles, Prezzure, Alternative Soul artist The Sistah, Likwuid and Eternia.

The Aqua League has also provided music production for MTV, MTV2, The Speed Network and Bravo for shows such as MTV Cribs, Run’s House, True Life, Made and Millionaire Matchmaker, to name a few.

Doug Simpson’s maxi-single “Above The Clouds” and “Rules of Engagement” are available now as a free download.

Doug Simpson hosts Realside 2

Free Downloads, Newson March 1st, 2011Comments Off

Dj Illside of Illside Entertainment has released the second installment of his popular series Coming Straight From Da Realside.

The project includes appearances by ReddOktobba Production’s Coole High and Ciph Diggy, The Lethaheadz, Sean Reid, Street Corners, Len Berzerk, Spaz, Jaqwan, Shockbound Records Kobe J and P.O.S., Black Pearl Music’s Mr. Wonderful, Snaggdadon and The Bounce Squad, Jadakiss and Ironhorse Music Group’s Slim and Doug Simpson. The project also showcases R&B/Soul tracks by Kofi Black, Mika featuring Mic-El, and The Sistah.

The Doug Simpson-hosted project is executively produced by DJ Illside and is available now as a free download via BandCamp. CLICK HERE

IHMG presents Fashion’s Night Out EP

Free Downloads, Newson September 28th, 2010Comments Off

After their performances for Lane Bryant for Fashion’s Night Out 2010 and their participation in Fashion Week, Ironhorse Music Group has released an EP entitled Fashion’s Night Out 2010, a collection of studio recordings from all of the performers as well as additional recording artists. The Fashion Week inspired EP features music by IHMG recording artist The Sistah, R&B crooner Lance Drummonds, R&B Soul artist Mika as well songs by Kofi Black, Jay White & Trak Fire Productions Pop/R&B recording artist Racq Dolo.

The Fashion’s Night Out EP and digital booklet are available now as a free download.

For more information on any of the recording artists, visit them at their respective websites listed below:

The Sistah

http://www.ironhorsemg.com/artists/the-sistah/

Lance Drummonds
http://www.lancedrummondsmusic.com

Mika
http://www.myspace.com/harlemmika

Kofi Black
http://kofiblack.com/

Jay White
http://jaylwhite.com/

Racq Dolo
http://www.racqdolo.com/

ABOUT FASHION’S NIGHT OUT 2010
Shop. For something good.
From Brooklyn to Brazil to Boston, the fashion industry is already buzzing about the news that this year’s globe-spanning extravaganza Fashion’s Night Out, is back!
The 2010 edition of the biggest fashion party in history promises to be equally epic, splurge inspiring and full of even more stylish surprises.

ABOUT FASHION WEEK NYC
The citywide fashion event, anchored by Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Bryant Park, showcases the runway collections of many of the top designers. Fashion Week includes over 250 fashion events throughout the City, with about 70 shows taking place at Bryant Park. Fashion Week occurs semiannually every September and February, highlighting fashion trends for the following spring and fall, respectively and kicks off international Fashion Weeks, with London, Milan, and Paris following New York.

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THE AQUA LEAGUE’S VELVET GENT II available now

Free Downloads, Newson August 10th, 2010Comments Off

Ironhorse Music Group LLC is pleased to announce the August 10th release date of its second  instrumental LP entitled THE VELVET GENTLEMAN part II.

The project’s first single “Heartbreak,” produced by Ironhorse Music Group’s in-house production team The Aqua League (recording artists / songwriters Doug Simpson and Slim) continues the lifestyle soundtrack of the Velvet Gentleman and his exploits in love and life.

The single “Heartbreak” premiered Tuesday, June 22 as a free download .

Known for creating lush grooves and a rich sound, The Aqua League has enjoyed pivotal successes, producing music for television, film and DVD releases for MTV, VH1, Bravo and a host of other media companies. The production team has also produced for IHMG’s alternative soul artist The Sistah, Hip-Hop duo Euphon, and producer/songwriter Doug Simpson as well as Hip-Hop artists Niles, Sleepwalkas (Ciph Diggy, K. Gaines), Top $ Raz and EMI / Butterzone Music Group recording artist Extra Large.

THE VELVET GENTLEMAN part II is available now as a free download. In addition, the digital booklet is also available for download http://www.ironhorsemg.com/vg2digibook.zip.

Sketches – The Instrumentals available now for free download

Free Downloads, Newson November 17th, 2009Comments Off

In anticipation of his upcoming release, Rough Draft, Ironhorse Music Group LLC producer/recording artist DougSimpson’s EP Sketches is being released as an instrumental project entitled Sketches – The Instrumentals.

The single “Big City” featured Slim of Euphon and was the first off of Doug’s EP. Released in March, “Big City” has been featured on MTV’s Real World: Brooklyn as well as the title song for comedian Owen Smith’s live stand-up comedy DVD entitled Anonymous.

Production has been provided by Slim and Doug also known as The Aqua League. The duo has provided soundscapes for Slim’s Hip-Hop group Euphon, Alternative Soul artist The Sistah, The Aqua League’s The Repositioning LP and instrumental LP The Velvet Gentleman as well as music production for MTV, MTV2, The Speed Network and Bravo for shows like MTV Cribs, Run’s House, True Life, Made and Millionaire Matchmaker, to name a few.

The Sketches EP featured appearances from MCs Slim and Mr. Fantastik of Euphon, Fresh Aire of Hip-Hop trio TriBoro, Johnny Wah and IHMG Alternative Soul artist The Sistah.

Fans can also follow DougSimpson via Twitter: http://twitter.com/vintage75music

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Euphon Collection on iTunes!

Newson October 26th, 2009Comments Off

Ironhorse Music Group alternative Hip-Hop duo Euphon’s entire catalog is now available on iTunes.

Now fans can experience Slim and Mr. Fantastik’s Anti-Music Music Movement through their full catalog.

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The Repositioning – The Aqua League

Free Downloads, Newson October 22nd, 2009Comments Off

Ironhorse Music Group’s production team The Aqua League presents The Repositioning, a compilation featuring some of New York’s hottest up-and-coming MCs. The LP features appearances by K. Gaines and CiphDiggy of Sleepwalkas, Euphon, Prezzure, Triboro, EyeQ of O.I.S.D., DougSimpson, Niles Davis and Mojo The Cinematic of Dujeous.

The Repositioning is available now as a free download.

The Velvet Gentleman – The Aqua League

Free Downloads, Newson October 22nd, 2009Comments Off

Ironhorse Music Group LLC first ever instrumental project entitled, The Velvet Gentleman: The Soundtrack from 5 to 9. IHMG’s in-house producers DougSimpson and Slim, collectively known as The Aqua League, describe the offering as a “Lifestyle Soundtrack”, featuring big sound with a blend of Hip-Hop, Jazz and Latin flavors.

The Velvet Gentleman is available now as a free download.

Brown On The Edges – The Sistah

Free Downloads, Newson October 22nd, 2009Comments Off

Ironhorse Music Group alternative soul recording artist The Sistah’s debut EP Brown On The Edges. The EP features a fully produced version of “Brooklyn Was Beautiful” as well as an acoustic version of the song. The project also hosts a remix featuring Canadian MC Eternia to the single “1ne”.

Brown On The Edges is available now as a free download.

Sketches – DougSimpson

Free Downloads, Newson October 22nd, 2009Comments Off

Ironhorse Music Group producer/recording artist DougSimpson’s EP Sketches. The single “Big City” featuring Slim of Euphon was the first off of Doug’s EP. Released in March, the single “Big City” has been featured as the title song for comedian Owen Smith’s live stand-up comedy DVD entitled Anonymous.

Sketches is available now as a free download.