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Maxx Paine…WHAT’S HIS DEAL????

By: Mical Roy, Contributing Writer

The sun’s rays are beaming indefinitely onto my patio, and Maxx is laughing as usual. As hot as it is outside, you’d think he’d be complaining like the rest of the world, but that’s just not his steelo. The irony in his success story isn’t necessarily painted in gold, in fact it’s much less than many who’ve come to him could ever begin to imagine.

Hailing from New York, by way of Los Angeles, Maxx Paine is an astute lyricist who lays his words gently over some of the best production I believe I’ve ever heard.  Paine is no veteran to this industry; however, he does a great job at appearing to be larger than life, whether he’s rhyming or indulging in ordinary conversation.

I first came in contact with Maxx a few months ago after viewing his “Listen 2 the Rain” video via a friend’s Facebook page. I was astounded at his ability to facilitate his words so effortlessly, while the track literally rained in the background. I must’ve replayed that video at least 10 times analyzing each word. It was exciting to see the underdog appearing so regal. Even the video was well thought out, classy, and proportionate to the overall theme of the song.

I had no idea what I was in for upon reaching out to Maxx. I really needed him to understand that even though I didn’t know him, I felt as if it was my obligation to give him his proper’s (props), because he’s a mastermind at rhyme and reason.  Since then, I have become fully committed to publicizing Maxx’s music and his namesake via social networks, print media etc. I almost feel like it’s my duty to let the world in on such awesome music. I’ve had the pleasure of watching Maxx build records in the studio and it’s literally a process, though he makes it seem thoughtless.

Though he’s a rapper, Maxx Paine is really an old soul and more of an R&B connoisseur, which explains why his production is so well tuned and refined. Every song I’ve ever heard is my favorite of all, and I’ve heard unreleased tracks that would blow many of the mainstream artists right off the sound scan.  

Paine has most recently completed a string of performances in New York City, including his most noted performance at the Long Island Music Awards. He is currently preparing for his performance at Belly Up in Aspen, CO. Check out one of his latest Mix Tapes, THE 48 LAWS OF POWER at http://www.maxxpaine.bandcamp.com/. You can also view his labels blog at http://www.indeetv.blogspot.com/  where you can view cuts from several of his latest videos etc. Feel free to contact his publicist at mjroy@mjroypr.com for booking/publication info.

 

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