Artist: Idle Warship

photos by Kellyann Petry Idle Warship at Culture Shock 4/28/12 The 20th annual Culture Shock festival went down at SUNY Puchase from April 27-28 . Day 1 (4/27) kicked off with the Stooges-meets-Jesus Lizard punk of Pissed Jeans , followed by California rapper Casey Veggies , who played SOBs a few days earlier . Day 1 of main stage wrapped up with an entrancing live-band IDM set from Tycho followed by [...]

Okay, I can't help but asking. Why is Talib Kweli still pushing Idle Warship so hard? I mean, sure, Res has contributed some rather beautiful vocals to Kweli songs over the years, but things have spun completely out of control. The Brooklyn MC is caught somewhere between making true hip-hop tracks, and all out pop anthems. The final product always seems to end up short. Everything from the porn-esque video to the corny hook of this track makes me totally uncomfortable. Let us know what you think about this miss, as well as Idle Warship in general.

A collaboration between hip-hop luminary Talib Kweli and critically acclaimed Philly soul singer Res, Idle Warship is a genre-bending musical project born out of sheer experimentation and unbridled creative expression. Habits of the Heart stormed the music scene last year, receiving glowing praise from the likes of People Magazine, RollingStone.com, NylonMag.com, Filter, Bust, MTV Hive, YRB and Vibe.com. The group also drew attention for their unconventional idea to be the first to premiere their full album on Spotify U.S. three whole weeks ahead of release date. The album offers a thrilling hybrid of influences including soul, hip-hop, rock, alternative and [...]

Lo de hoy es Austin. Con más de 33 bandas viajando desde todos los puntos de Estados Unidos hasta Texas para dar shows en SXSW, la Paste creó esta infografía para mostrarnos más o menos cómo se ven las rutas de cada banda que va a tocar en las fiestas patrocinadas por la revista en su camino a la meca musical por lo menos por algunos días.

Idle Warship | SoundClash 2720 Cherokee February 15, 2012 Since setting up shop in the burgeoning Cherokee Street Art District in 2009, 2720 has made a name for itself in the national club sc... Continue reading "Idle Warship at 2720 Cherokee: Review" >

Have you ever heard the term "Brooklanta?" Well, this Thursday in ATL, it applies wholeheartedly as Talib Kweli and the lovely Res are forming as a unit to bring Idle [...]

Thats right, your favorite and ours will be performing live in SJ next Friday! This is a show NOT to be missed as they rarely come to our town. Want tickets? Get the deets and tickets after the j.u.m.p. $18 Pre-Sale Tickets available NOW: http:// www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/222355 Saturday, February 11th, 2012 Live At The PAGODA Winter Music Series V.2 featuring Idle [...]

Shabazz Palaces is genius. 2011's Black Up made instant waves as the left-field "hip-hop" release of the year; the spare, esoteric beats percolate under Ishmael Butler's outré flows, and the fin... Continue reading "Shabazz Palaces, Idle Warship Lead This Week's Show Announcements" >

Talib Kweli and Res talk to KTV about why they decided to start Idle Warship, working with songwriters, their new project Habits of The Heart, and how not to die. Check it out!

Talib Kweli and Res of Idle Warship talk to KarmaLoopTV about why they decided to make the group, not dying, and Habits of the Heart . Follow @QuezKHH Related posts: Video: Idle Warship - Laser Beams Directed by Bernard Gourley. Habits of the Heart now on... Video: Michael Francis Interview With KarmaLoopTV The talented Micheal Francis speaks to KarmaLoopTV about rapping vs.... Video: Big Sean [...]

<!-- <!-- <!-- Talib Kweli and Res talk to KTV about why they decided to start Idle Warship, working with songwriters, their new project Habits of The Heart, and how not to die. Previously: Idle Warship Bring Out Bun B At SOBs (Video)

As we mentioned earlier this month, Idle Warship is the collaboration between Philly hip-hop/R&B singer and songwriter Res and rapper Talib Kweli . The duo released an album called Habits Of The Heart last November; it was their first album since releasing their free mixtape Party Robot in October. You can watch the video for "Laser Beams" off Habits Of The Heart below. Idle Warship performs with Boy Wonder, Bianca Raquel, and Lady at 8 p.m. at World Cafe Live; tickets to the show are $25–$48.

IDLE WARSHIP: Res + Talib Kweli In the City Of Angels , no matter what day of the week it is.. if you're a fan of any particular artist, chances are you'll be coming out to see them. In this case, this past Wednesday night was no different, as the Key Club became a fully packed house, waiting for Idle Warship artists Talib Kweli & Res (w/their band) to come out and jam for their fans. You can even see the anticipation on the audience's faces that [...]

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Tonight's touts: ► Andrew McMahon brings Jack's Mannequin to the Viper Room for a sold-out show behind the October release of his third album, "People and Things." Don't stay out too late, though (or set your DVR), the band also appears tonight on "The Tonight Show With Jay Leno." Jack's Mannequin kicks off a nationwide tour on Jan. 19, but McMahon and gang will do one more gig before they leave, appearing Thursday at the Troubadour with headliner Thatwasthen as Bikelock. ► Idle Warship , the collaboration between hip-hop star [...]

<!-- <!-- <!-- Idle Warship (Talib Kweli and Res) headlined Ghetto Metal presented by Bazaar Royale and The Source Magazine at SOBs. During their performance, Idle Warship proceeded to bring out Bun B. Previously: Idle Warship – Laser Beams (Video)

Idle Warship is the collaboration between Philly hip-hop/R&B singer and songwriter Res and rapper Talib Kweli . They are performing at World Cafe Live on Thursday, January 19th at 8 p.m. Go here for tickets and more information for the show. Idle Warship released an album called Habits Of The Heart last November. It was their first album since releasing their free mixtape Party Robot in October. Res did a gorgeous acoustic Key Studio Session last February that you can download for free here . [...]

To start off the new year, Idle Warship will be having a little mini-tour across the US. It's pretty small for right now, but I'm sure it will pick up as the year progresses. But for right now, here are the 5 days they're on the road, including the ones I've posted already . JANUARY 4TH NEW YORK, NY @ S.O.B.'S JANUARY 6TH SAN FRANCISCO, CA @ YOSHI'S JANUARY [...]

New video for Idle Warship (Res & Talib Kweli) "Laser Beam" produced by DJ Khalil, off Habits of the Heart . iTunes: Habits of the Heart - Idle Warship

CLICK PICTURE TO VIEW FLYER Here's another Idle Warship event coming out to the Los Angeles area, being brought to you by the folks at Fusicology & Move Forward Music ! They'll be out here on the West for a few days, but here's one of the events to check out live at the Key Club ! Props to the Fusicology homies! Tickets: click here Key Club (venue): website | facebook | [...]

Directed by Bernard Gourley. Habits of the Heart now on iTunes. Follow @QuezKHH Related posts: Video: Crooked I - Drum Murder (Ft. HorseShoe G.A.N.G) Video directed by Mihat Hye. In None We Trust is... Video: Roscoe Dash - I Do (Ft. K'LA) I do like K'LA's flow on this one. Collaboration from... Video: Michael Francis - Dementia The demented Michael Francis goes crazy [...]