Listen to “Blackness” on HipHopDX: http://bit.ly/BlacknessHipHopDX
Purchase “Blackness” on iTunes: http://smarturl.it/blackness
New York, NY | February 17, 2015 – In honor of Black History Month DJ/producer, Zeke Thomas, has unveiled his own ode to Black culture, equality and civil rights with a new dance and hip-hop infused single entitled “Blackness.” The official NBA All Star DJ collaborated with Chuck D from the renowned hip-hop group Public Enemy and Pittsburgh lyricist Jasiri X for the inspirational track. The song is available for purchase today via legendary Hip Hop & Electronic label, Tommy Boy Entertainment (Ghostface Killah, Jamar Rogers) and can be found streaming exclusively on HipHopDX, here: http://bit.ly/BlacknessHipHopDX
When asked about the inspiration behind “Blackness” Zeke shared,
“Blackness is about our society’s misunderstanding of where the civil rights movement actually is from the point of view of a black man’s experience. As black men in today’s society, we still experience racism and oppression, and the only way to advance that understanding and make progress is to talk about it. Working with the legendary artist and visionary Chuck D and with Jasiri X was a dream come true for me. They are the perfect fit for this record and I can’t thank Mr. Harry Belafonte enough for introducing us.”
Purchase “Blackness” on iTunes: http://smarturl.it/blackness
About Zeke Thomas:
Zeke Thomas was born to entertain. As the son of NBA legend, philanthropist and Hall of Fame Player, Isiah Thomas, Zeke grew up with entertainment, music and sports running through his blood. The 25-year-old Detroit native is an open-format DJ & Producer, spinning his favorite genres, which include House, Hip-hop, classic and current R&B, Pop, Motown and Rock. He’s collaborated with numerous A-List celebrities and performed DJ residencies in NY, LA, Orlando, Miami, Chicago, and Detroit. For the past three years, Zeke has been an official NBA All Star DJ, was booked as the official DJ for Good Morning America’s DJ Fridays, and became the youngest assistant programmer to work at Hot 97.1 FM in New York City. Zeke is a heavy supporter of non-profit organizations including Mary’s Court, Fresh Air Fund, Music Unites and Pencils of Promise rooted in social causes for today’s youth. Cosmopolitan Magazine calls him “insanely cute and overwhelmingly talented, and when you see him perform you will see why…”
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