Maniac - Devil EP (ADMNT012)
Artist: Maniac
Title: Devil EP (ADMNT012)
Label: Adamantium
Genre: Rap
Source: Vinyl
Encoder: LAME 3.97 -V2 --Vbr-New
Bitrate: VBRkbps
Run Time: 13:47
Size: 20,6 MB
Ripped: 29-Dec-2007
Website: http://www.myspace.com/maniacpro
Tracklist:
No. Time Track
01. 03:40 Devil
02. 03:26 General
03. 03:29 Classical
04. 03:12 ú10 an Hour
Release Notes:
On song 4, ú10 an Hour, There's a minor pop just before 3mins, that we could not
stop happening. However many times it was recorded. The song also comes to a very
abrupted end.
Also tracks maybe are in the wrong order, blame Adamantium for that.
About Maniac
Maniac is a 17 year old Grime producer from Roman Road , Bow , East London. His first
musical instrument was a keyboard, which he began playing at age 8. Still in primary
school, Maniac had to pick up the recorder as part of his school scheme, which he
enjoyed. Whilst growing up, Maniac was heavily involved in football; at age 13 he was
part of West Ham Youth Academy. Maniac's love for football slowly faded away as music
grabbed him by the scruff of the neck.
Early Music
Maniac made his first beat at the age of 12 in local producer
Paco's recording studio; using Logic. At the age of 14, Maniac got his first PC. He
immediately obtained software to compose music, and took a trip to PC World to
purchase "Magix Music Maker". Shortly after remixing virtually every Grime tune he
had available to him, Maniac proceeded to a new challenge, entitled FL Studio. He
practised on this program daily, missing homework and staying up late in order to
perfect his new found craft. By the age of 15, Maniac was improving; and was making
songs with his friends from Mucky Wolfpack.
The Beginning
At the age of 16, Maniac was at a comfortable stage. He got his first play on legal
radio station Kiss 100 in August 2006, as part of DJ Logan Sama's 'War Report'
special. He produced two tracks on which resulted in a free give away (see influences
section). Still 16, Maniac was asked by fellow E3 native 'Wiley' to vocal an
instrumental entitled: 'Bow E3' which he heard whilst they were at studio. This was
the song that propelled Maniac into the ranks, and brought him a high level of
respect in the Grime scene. This track features on the excellent 'Playtime Is Over'
LP, which is the 2nd album to come from Wiley. It has been named by many as their
favourite track from the album. This track can be heard on EA Sports'Need for Speed
(Pro Street, 2007).
Right Now
Now, at age 17, Maniac is keeping a clear head and is not getting distracted by any
negative influences around him. He is cruising past veterans with ease which brings
jealousy and envy in Maniac's direction. In June 2007, Maniac was approached to do an
official Grime remix of the hit song 'Do It' by Grime artist 'Doctor' which featured
American R'n'B group 'ATL'. Maniac also featured in the July 2007 edition of 'Rwd
Magazine' with friends and fellow musicians: 'Bless Beats' and 'Young Dot'. In
August/September 2007, Maniac started the first ever 'Production War Report'. He
aimed his violent beat at producers such as Davinche, Skepta and Scratcha/DVA. This
was not a serious issue as he respects each producer, which fuelled his intent to
attack.
Production
Maniac has mastered the 'FL Studio' programme. He is also comfortable on 'Logic' and
uses Reason occasionally. He has an enormous amount of 'VSTS' and samples which he
uses in his production with style. Maniac is known for his angry, hype-inducing yet
technical beats; and is one of the most highly rated producers in the Grime scene.
"If there's one thing I hate; it's people that copy. Come as yourself or don't come
at all".