Artist: Res

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.

Hi Res with a new video dedicated to all the smokers out there. New release from Hi Res & Datkid will be available on March 24th available via Standup Recordz.

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 [...]

Artist : Benjamin Shaw Title : There's Always Hope, There's Always Cabernet Label : Audio Antihero Listen : Bandcamp BUY IT Written by Katrina Davidson-Gray When it comes to singer-songwriters, I'm a sucker for heartfelt delivery and honest lyrics. The kind that you can ponder - layers and meaning [...]

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!

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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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

Idle Warship is back in full effect! It looks like they're going to be touring soon, considering the locations they're hitting up from New York then out to the West Coast! They're going to be performing the day AFTER Questlove's holiday party , so if you're up to checking out both events, then you're in a great position to do so! Support good music and awesome talent! Special guest star will be DMX 's former labelmate, Bazaar Royale . Tickets: click here SOBs: [...]

SOB'S PRESENTS: IDLE WARSHIP FEATURING: TALIB KWELI AND RES WHEN: WEDNESDAY JANUARY 4, 2011 WHERE: SOB'S | 204 VARICK ST. @ W. HOUSTON NEW YORK, NY. The collaborative musical creation of Talib Kweli and Res called Idle Warship 's recent album Habits of the Heart , straddles various musical genres and styles, and has been sweeping the online music community of late, picking up steam day by day. Their first ever performance at SOB's [...]

CLICK PICTURE TO VIEW FLYER Next week, Idle Warship ( Talib Kweli & Res ) will be in Boston to rock the Middle East nightclub, performing songs off their latest effort, Habits Of The Heart. In addition to them playing... there will be a 13-piece band (whoa!) called Endangered Speeches who will be sharing the stage with Jakkpot , ChuckHunnit , Nokside, and CR The Beast ! Peace to Mr. Leedz for making this event happen! Hurry [...]

The long-awaited full-length Idle Warship album, Habits of the Heart , is out today, 1 November. The power team of Talib Kweli and Res have turned in a fresh and inventive genre-bending album hearkening echoes of classic 802s synth pop & new wave. This song, 'Rat Race' is one of my favorites. If you have Spotify, stream a full-length preview of the album , then purchase it from iTunes here.

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New audio from Idle Warship (Res/Talib Kweli) "Rat Race" produced by Farhot, taken off their upcoming Habits of the Heart dropping November 1st 2011. Stream the entire album @ Spotify .

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After laying on the free tracks, mixes, acoustic covers and various other enticing treats, Ben Westbeech was finally ready to drop his sophomore album onto the world. On hearing that Ben's first, Bristol bred, souled-out album was being followed up with a "House Inspired" album that was intended to be played with full band and put out on house giant Strictly Rhythm, I was equally intrigued and excited. I've read a couple of people dubbing it popped out radio play music that is not "house." Well nah, it's not, because it was never supposed [...]

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