Directed by Theo 3.

Dope initiative courtesy of Phat Tony & Theo 3 for the Beatz to da Streetz Youth Program!

(Toronto, Ontario)

Whether by circumstance, fate or some other cosmic coincidence, Toronto Hip Hop heavyweight Theo3 and much sought after producer Phat Tony created the eclectic and richly textured “2 Week EP” during a time usually reserved for increased hibernation and inactivity. For 14 days in December, Phat Tony constructed a living, breathing musical landscape while Emcee Theo3 slid in the upstairs studio everyday after work as Coordinator of the newly opened Parkdale Youth Space in downtown west Toronto. The result is a descriptive and genre blending menu of social awareness, tongue in cheek braggadocio and topical rhymes laid out over an eye popping array of soulful musical productions.

All about the music, this concerted effort to create a time tested classic came with a renewed sense of community awareness and activism sandwiched in between healthy doses of Montreal smoked meat sandwiches from Schwartz’s deli and Tweezy’s infamous Wild Turkey spiked egg nog. So naturally, when the question was raised about what to do with the release, Tweeze, fresh off watching the latest episode of Sons of Anarchy, cigarette in hand, dropped this gem “Let’s give it to charity b.”

And there you have it, 2 weeks to create, 2 weeks to mix and 2 weeks from the Beatz to the Streetz graduate showcase on January 25th 2011, Phat Tony & Theo3 will release “the 2 week EP” with the goal of raising $1500 for Toronto youth program Beatz to da Streetz.

To purchase the “2 week EP” and lead single “Just Tryin’ to Provide” yungsanta.bandcamp.com/

More info after the jump!

The lead single, “Just tryin’ to provide (Yung Santa)” is a leave it on replay, lushly laced production matched with a hypnotic hook and deadly double time flow. The deft mixing touch of legendary Toronto DJ and producer Scam of Time Bandits music gives the whole “2 Week EP” a new dimension of fullness and Universal appeal. The alternate title, Yung Santa, comes from long studio sessions of jokes and good vibes where a prodigiously bearded Phat Tony was referred to as a Yung Santa when Theo3 commented on his appearance, a running observation that spawned the vivid Yung Santa video starring Pharaoh Wendt, set to drop January 8th in accompaniment of the single release. The EP will drop early in the 2nd week of January 2011.

Beatz to da Streetz is a youth-led arts program that aims to provide a safe and supportive space for youth ages 16-24. The program leverages the powerful connection between young people and music to promote opportunities for creative expression and self-discovery, building life skills opening access to professional mentorship, education and income generation for marginalized youth ages 16-24. The program reintegrates youth with their communities and gives supports for achieving long-term livelihood development

The Beatz to da Streetz Showcase is a semi-annual showcase of the musical works of the youth we work with. This is an opportunity for the youth to display their talents some for the first time others as seasoned semi-professionals. It is an important opportunity for them to be seen by industry professionals who are in attendance, family and friends. It is also an opportunity to express some of the deep issues that they have faced and overcome in life in a powerful rather than victimized way. Your support will allow for that expression and for the subsequent opportunities that may follow for those who have met high creative standards. Coming January 25th 2011 at a location TBD.

Phat Tony & Theo3 are Toronto based Hip Hop artists with an increasing track record of international success to their credit. Beginning with the critically acclaimed and Universally played record “How I Flow part 1” the duo continued to tantalize listeners in the summer of ’10 alongside the “Universal Magnetic” Ski with the ode to ladies around the globe, “Turnaroundagain!” Spins across North America and Europe and a ravenous reaction to every release spawned the creation of the newly minted “2 week EP.”

Many thanks to Hiphopcanada.com for the continued support of this project and their dedication to raising community awareness while empowering youth across the country. Salute Jesse!

For booking info: Theology3@gmail.com or bigtweeze@hotmail.com

Interview requests: Theology3@gmail.com or bigtweeze@hotmail.com

DJ packs: Theology3@gmail.com or bigtweeze@hotmail.com

To purchase the “2 week EP” and lead single “Just Tryin’ to Provide” yungsanta.bandcamp.com/