Hello:
From experience I have learned to not announce any upcoming songs or projects unless and until they are completed and ready to be released and marketed. However, this is an exception.
I am happy to announce that I have two full-length projects in the works. At this point I am planning to release a free album followed by a (not free) album. I am excited to say that these projects will be different in style from each other, yet will each be suitable to any listener.
I look forward to releasing some new songs and videos over the next few months. Please keep in mind that "in the works" does not mean releasing very soon. This message is merely an update of what music I have been working on. I will go until the tank is on E. It will take some time to release these projects properly, yet will certainly be worth the wait.
Thank you for your patience!
Chris
Monday, September 7, 2015
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Chris Black Unplugged
Special event: Chris Black Unplugged
(Presented by Yesterdays Nothing)
15711 Waterloo Rd., Cleveland, OH
WHEN: Thursday, July 9, 2015
Doors at 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS: $8 presale ($10 week of concert) // $15 at the door
Buy 2 presale, get 1.
Use the button below to buy tickets direct and have them delivered. Purchase 2 or more tickets to get a name on the guest list!
WHO: Chris Black & Live Band, Jamil, powerNapz, and Fanaticus
Hosted by Sicksteen of Yesterdays Nothing.
Why Unplugged?
It seems like 1 out of every 2 people is a rapper nowadays. Computers have made this possible. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it can overwhelm people and make us lose sight of real music.
Unplugged means we will be performing with no digital tracks. All music will be played right in front of the audience, like the good old days of music.
These are some of the best young musicians in Cleveland. Many have seen us perform together before, but never without digital tracks as we will do here.
This concert will mark the beginning of a big change in my music career, so we hope you will be there to enjoy it with us.
Thanks for your time,
Chris Black (6/30/2015)
Unplugged means we will be performing with no digital tracks. All music will be played right in front of the audience, like the good old days of music.
- Ray Flanagan - Guitar
- Russ Flanagan - Keyboard
- Garrett Tresch - Bass
- Kyle Tresch - Drums
These are some of the best young musicians in Cleveland. Many have seen us perform together before, but never without digital tracks as we will do here.
This concert will mark the beginning of a big change in my music career, so we hope you will be there to enjoy it with us.
Thanks for your time,
Chris Black (6/30/2015)
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
To the Reader
It's been a while since I've posted on this blog - over a year in
fact. That is not right. It's not fair to anyone who likes my
music, or has supported me over the years.
Many have been asking me, "where's the new music?" That's a good question. I've been working on it, and I will be sure to release another full-length album. However, music takes time to make, especially if the artist is independent, funding nearly all of his own operations, and trying to establish other ventures in life at the same time, such as a steady career, etc. I have adjusted my approach to the whole thing.
Music is art. At least that's what it's supposed to be. And artists are not supposed to be machines that continually crank out new material, just for the sake of publishing something. All great art that has stood the test of time has emotion, spirit and life in it. These three qualities also give it meaning and purpose. That's what I strive to do - put emotion, spirit and life into everything I do in music. Now I have also found other ways to stand up for what I believe, and what I know to be true.
I used to make music because people liked me for it. I would make a song and people in the halls or at parties would recite lyrics to me, tell me they liked the song, these sorts of things. But popularity and public approval can only sustain somebody for so long. I got caught up in the feeling I would get when people would ask me "are you the rapper?!" There is a certain high that comes with that - when people respect you or like you just for the art you've made.
Now I realize the only enjoyment, the only fulfillment, the only sustaining life I can gain from this ride comes from people benefiting from my music. When I was told the mother of somebody I dedicated one of my early songs to cried when she heard it; when friends have told me they listened Against All Odds in the gym; when Tre Smith got the student section to sing "Get On My Level," and the cheerleaders painted the lyrics on Chick-fil-A's door. Wow! Most of all, when a now-close friend of mine told me Red Pill helped build his faith in Jesus Christ.
This is what I do this for. This is what I make any song for. This is what I do any concert for. After analyzing my career in music for several months, I realize that's the only reason I do this. Fame, great riches, glory, prestige, rich friends - all these things come and go. These things lead people from their families. These things destroy relationships. They enslave people. As you may have noticed, I refuse to be fit into some mold, or to suffocate my beliefs for fear of offending somebody. What about the people that have no one to speak up for them? What if everyone let our liberties be stripped to nothing, and I did nothing to stop it? Remember the people around you in all you do, and remember that every action you take has an effect on somebody.
I am happy to say that I am in no way done making music. (So you can stop thinking I am.) I'm going to make my songs, put my soul in them, and try to help somebody. If my songs can help one person, I've done my job. Continue to put pressure on me, those of you who have, and continue to ask me when the new music is coming. It does more than you know for me. I will never get caught up in the mainstream style of music, or the mainstream lyrical content. I will always stir things up, piss some people off, comfort some, and motivate others. Whether this is through music or another outlet, I will always strive to do this. This is life. Life is not comfort. Life is challenge. Life is love. Life is beautiful. Life is unlimited opportunity. I hope you make the most of it. I hope I do too.
Thank you for reading.
Chris Black
6/22/2015
P.S. I will be doing a special Unplugged concert at the Beachland Tavern on July 9. All live band, no digital tracks. Several new songs. More details to come.
Many have been asking me, "where's the new music?" That's a good question. I've been working on it, and I will be sure to release another full-length album. However, music takes time to make, especially if the artist is independent, funding nearly all of his own operations, and trying to establish other ventures in life at the same time, such as a steady career, etc. I have adjusted my approach to the whole thing.
Music is art. At least that's what it's supposed to be. And artists are not supposed to be machines that continually crank out new material, just for the sake of publishing something. All great art that has stood the test of time has emotion, spirit and life in it. These three qualities also give it meaning and purpose. That's what I strive to do - put emotion, spirit and life into everything I do in music. Now I have also found other ways to stand up for what I believe, and what I know to be true.
I used to make music because people liked me for it. I would make a song and people in the halls or at parties would recite lyrics to me, tell me they liked the song, these sorts of things. But popularity and public approval can only sustain somebody for so long. I got caught up in the feeling I would get when people would ask me "are you the rapper?!" There is a certain high that comes with that - when people respect you or like you just for the art you've made.
Now I realize the only enjoyment, the only fulfillment, the only sustaining life I can gain from this ride comes from people benefiting from my music. When I was told the mother of somebody I dedicated one of my early songs to cried when she heard it; when friends have told me they listened Against All Odds in the gym; when Tre Smith got the student section to sing "Get On My Level," and the cheerleaders painted the lyrics on Chick-fil-A's door. Wow! Most of all, when a now-close friend of mine told me Red Pill helped build his faith in Jesus Christ.
This is what I do this for. This is what I make any song for. This is what I do any concert for. After analyzing my career in music for several months, I realize that's the only reason I do this. Fame, great riches, glory, prestige, rich friends - all these things come and go. These things lead people from their families. These things destroy relationships. They enslave people. As you may have noticed, I refuse to be fit into some mold, or to suffocate my beliefs for fear of offending somebody. What about the people that have no one to speak up for them? What if everyone let our liberties be stripped to nothing, and I did nothing to stop it? Remember the people around you in all you do, and remember that every action you take has an effect on somebody.
I am happy to say that I am in no way done making music. (So you can stop thinking I am.) I'm going to make my songs, put my soul in them, and try to help somebody. If my songs can help one person, I've done my job. Continue to put pressure on me, those of you who have, and continue to ask me when the new music is coming. It does more than you know for me. I will never get caught up in the mainstream style of music, or the mainstream lyrical content. I will always stir things up, piss some people off, comfort some, and motivate others. Whether this is through music or another outlet, I will always strive to do this. This is life. Life is not comfort. Life is challenge. Life is love. Life is beautiful. Life is unlimited opportunity. I hope you make the most of it. I hope I do too.
Thank you for reading.
Chris Black
6/22/2015
P.S. I will be doing a special Unplugged concert at the Beachland Tavern on July 9. All live band, no digital tracks. Several new songs. More details to come.
Sunday, May 11, 2014
Chris Black Come Back Concert @ Willoughby South High School
Basics:
On May 30, 2014, my band and I will be performing at the high school I graduated from - Willoughby South! The event is titled 'Chris Black Come Back,' as it will be my first "big" return to the school, since I graduated in 2011. The goal of the event is to raise money for the Class of 2015, and to teach people that drugs are bad. (But don't worry, I won't be a downer.)
I am happy to say that Jamil Hairston will be performing as an opening act. The event is open to the entire public! (Some people think it is a students-only event.) Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 8. Tickets are $5 in advance (and can be purchased either at the school, or via delivery through chrisblackohio.com) and $10 at the door, so GET THEM NOW. Save the extra 5 bucks!
Buy tickets here (no PayPal account needed):
Background of event:
Sam Stohlman, president of the Willoughby South Graduating Class of 2015 sent an email to me through my website, asking if I'd be interested in performing at the school. I've always wanted to do this, so naturally we got working on the idea right away. After getting approval from Principal Walker, we moved forward with the planning. I have been more than pleased with the student government in what they've done - the dedication they've shown and the efforts they've put forth have been incredible. They will truly be successful in life.
On Friday, May 23, I will be visiting the school during the day to speak to some students. I will be talking about how disrespect for authority and experimentation with drugs can lead down a dark path, and that this world very much so allows for a young man or woman to make some money while pursuing his/her dreams, which can lead you up a very light path.
Check out the official flyer below, designed by Tre Smith as usual.
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On May 30, 2014, my band and I will be performing at the high school I graduated from - Willoughby South! The event is titled 'Chris Black Come Back,' as it will be my first "big" return to the school, since I graduated in 2011. The goal of the event is to raise money for the Class of 2015, and to teach people that drugs are bad. (But don't worry, I won't be a downer.)
I am happy to say that Jamil Hairston will be performing as an opening act. The event is open to the entire public! (Some people think it is a students-only event.) Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 8. Tickets are $5 in advance (and can be purchased either at the school, or via delivery through chrisblackohio.com) and $10 at the door, so GET THEM NOW. Save the extra 5 bucks!
Buy tickets here (no PayPal account needed):
Background of event:
Sam Stohlman, president of the Willoughby South Graduating Class of 2015 sent an email to me through my website, asking if I'd be interested in performing at the school. I've always wanted to do this, so naturally we got working on the idea right away. After getting approval from Principal Walker, we moved forward with the planning. I have been more than pleased with the student government in what they've done - the dedication they've shown and the efforts they've put forth have been incredible. They will truly be successful in life.
On Friday, May 23, I will be visiting the school during the day to speak to some students. I will be talking about how disrespect for authority and experimentation with drugs can lead down a dark path, and that this world very much so allows for a young man or woman to make some money while pursuing his/her dreams, which can lead you up a very light path.
Check out the official flyer below, designed by Tre Smith as usual.
Friday, January 17, 2014
New album: 'Red Pill' (free download)
The long-awaited album from Chris Black is now available for free download! The album, Red Pill, can be downloaded in exchange for subscribing to his official newsletter. (Upon subscribing, you will receive an automatic e-mail within an hour, describing how to download. Gmail may put this e-mail into a subfolder called 'Promotional.')
Along with the music of the album, a lyrical photo album and personal message is included in the download. The package has been arranged for the common 'truther,' and for any fan of independent music.
Stream the album below.
(NOTE: SoundCloud has removed tracks 6 and 11 for copyright reasons. These songs can be played from YouTube below.)
Be sure to join the newsletter,
and follow @ChrisBlackOhio on Twitter.
Along with the music of the album, a lyrical photo album and personal message is included in the download. The package has been arranged for the common 'truther,' and for any fan of independent music.
Stream the album below.
(NOTE: SoundCloud has removed tracks 6 and 11 for copyright reasons. These songs can be played from YouTube below.)
Be sure to join the newsletter,
and follow @ChrisBlackOhio on Twitter.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
'Red Pill' album art, by Aaron Williams
Below is the official album cover for upcoming Chris Black album Red Pill. The artwork was hand-drawn by ADHD Apparel co-founder and designer Aaron Williams. The simplicity and directness of the illustration captures the attention-grabbing capabilities of the music contained in the album. Red Pill releases for free download next Tuesday, 1/14/14.
The latest:
"Amerika" music video
"Here 'n Now" performance and interview
Follow @ChrisBlackOhio
The latest:
"Amerika" music video
"Here 'n Now" performance and interview
Follow @ChrisBlackOhio
Monday, December 30, 2013
Official "Amerika" music video
Produced by Akeem Pennicooke of Cleveland Institute of Art, we present the official "Amerika" music video. Remember, Red Pill releases 1/14/14 for free download!
Enjoy, and PLEASE share! Thank you for watching.
LYRICS || FREE DOWNLOAD || SLIDESHOW
Enjoy, and PLEASE share! Thank you for watching.
LYRICS || FREE DOWNLOAD || SLIDESHOW
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Monday, December 9, 2013
T.R.P. Concert - January 3, 2014
Come see Chris Black and his full band in concert on January 3, 2014! He will be performing songs from his previous releases and songs from his upcoming free album Red Pill. The show will also feature Tre Smith, Mana, and Jamil.
Tickets are $8 and can be purchased HERE.
Special thanks to the following sponsors: I'm From Cleveland (all-Cleveland music blog), We Stay Chill (independent music blog), Yesterday's Nothing (indie Cleveland blog and network)
Tickets are $8 and can be purchased HERE.
Special thanks to the following sponsors: I'm From Cleveland (all-Cleveland music blog), We Stay Chill (independent music blog), Yesterday's Nothing (indie Cleveland blog and network)
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
"Here 'n Now" lyrics and iTunes link
Tonight at 12 am the 2nd single from upcoming free album Red Pill released via SoundCloud and iTunes. The song is called "Here 'n Now," and it features the great Ray Flanagan on guitar. It was produced by Chris Black, and recorded, mixed, and mastered by David Nakaji. Fans on Chris' official newsletter received a free download of this song on Monday, one day before the song's release.
Buy on iTunes
Please support and purchase the song for just 99 cents on iTunes. Any and all support is greatly needed and appreciated.
LYRICS
All along I was asking
Searching for the answers why
Worse than I'd imagined
The here and now had passed me by
If you only knew
Right on, keep a light on.
If you don't see the patterns
I hope you're satisfied
Saturated glasses
You see the world in black and white
If you only knew
Right on, keep your light on.
You scribe your words to perfection.
You've stayed straight with little misdirection.
You honor God for His blessings
But before you leave and go where you're destined I got a couple questions
I hope you don't mind answering, but this is what's been bothering me
How could you leave me for people who would never lay it on the line for me?
Speak properly. You should live for me, you should die for me.
Cherish honesty. You got a long record of hypocrisy
You can't erase that. Everything you do, you can never take back
So, lay it all on the table, like a placemat.
I remember some times when you would leave me for a while.
It's just me and you here, so please don't deny it.
But I respect you and I love you 'cause I am you.
So all I ask of you is when you make it big just show gratitude.
Your soul is all you got. Carry that torch when it's passed to you.
I'm deep inside of your heart. Tell the people what you have to do.
I don't wanna lead you on.
I just wanna make it right. Yeah,
And I don't wanna let you down.
I just wanna make you fly. (x2)
Thank you for everything!
Please share this song on Twitter,
and show it to your friends when you're with them.
Monday, November 11, 2013
new single: "Amerika" (free download and lyrics)
"Amerika" is the first single from Chris Black's upcoming free album called 'Red Pill.' It was produced by Jordan Lewis and recorded, mixed, and mastered by David Nakaji. (Subscribers to his newsletter received this song a day early and will get more exclusives in the future. Please join!) Some of the tags for this video on YouTube are similar to the tags of videos which get buried and have views deleted. Please share the video in key places to spread the word. Enjoy,
free download: Chris Black - "Amerika"
I'm still standing, feet planted / caught my flight but my wheels landed.
First place got rear-ended / not too big but my wingspan is.
Thought I won but still feel stranded / People wonder what my real plan is.
They don't trust me, I don't trust 'em / Nowadays, don't know who my real friends are.
I could care less, stop comparing us / I'm just here to start preparing us.
You can't put fear in us; God took care of us / We stopped waiting for them clouds to clear up.
Our future is here, and the future is clear.
I can move through your ears but I can't look you in the mirror.
Paper is nothing, might be useless in a year.
Invest all your money. Prove that it's real.
We have been chosen. The new age is here.
Do what you feel - the truth is revealed.
Quit bugging, bring it to light / 'cause it don't take a Beatle to say "Goodnight."
Bitch we're beasts - feed us right / It's time for us to feast and reunite.
We may not see peace for the rest of our life / I'm out of my teens and into the fight.
Stay out of the streets and out of the riots / You'll get a gun in your teeth for being defiant.
Welcome to America.
The world is changing. It ain't safe / and if I die I'm going out blazing.
Take down them evils with me / Now's time to rewrite history.
"We're crazy," they'll say / but when it boils down they're liquidated.
I live for freedom simply / I'm free from greed and envy.
I know it's hard to believe / that somebody wants you deceased.
But we saw it happen in Boston / how long before it's D.C.?
Shit, how long before it's Cleveland? / Stay in your house get arrested for leaving.
Wildlife's depleting / I don't expect to see green.
What in the world are they spraying? What in the world are they spraying?
What the hell am I saying / Google: "what in the world are they spraying."
Don't lose me, don't chase me
I am in a race and I cannot wait up.
Laughing to the bank but it's time for a statement
I'ma put my money under my mattress where it's safer.
Fuck the I.R.S. - I'm a waiter I don't pay you.
All the people with the paper - they're just looking for a favor.
Flirting with Satan if you make it to the majors
I ain't talking 'bout the leagues, I'm just talking 'bout the labels.
Give me a way to speak to people in the matrix
Overdose 'em with the Red Pill and show 'em what they're facing
Don't like what I'm saying, you can kill me but there's no way you can fake it.
People love my creations, you'll never find a replacement.
Amerika.
Stay posted here, and at the newly redesigned chrisblackohio.com for all the latest.
Follow @ChrisBlackOhio
Thank you for listening! I mean what I say.
The fight continues...
-Chris Black
Lyrics:
First place got rear-ended / not too big but my wingspan is.
Thought I won but still feel stranded / People wonder what my real plan is.
They don't trust me, I don't trust 'em / Nowadays, don't know who my real friends are.
I could care less, stop comparing us / I'm just here to start preparing us.
You can't put fear in us; God took care of us / We stopped waiting for them clouds to clear up.
Our future is here, and the future is clear.
I can move through your ears but I can't look you in the mirror.
Paper is nothing, might be useless in a year.
Invest all your money. Prove that it's real.
We have been chosen. The new age is here.
Do what you feel - the truth is revealed.
Quit bugging, bring it to light / 'cause it don't take a Beatle to say "Goodnight."
Bitch we're beasts - feed us right / It's time for us to feast and reunite.
We may not see peace for the rest of our life / I'm out of my teens and into the fight.
Stay out of the streets and out of the riots / You'll get a gun in your teeth for being defiant.
Welcome to America.
The world is changing. It ain't safe / and if I die I'm going out blazing.
Take down them evils with me / Now's time to rewrite history.
"We're crazy," they'll say / but when it boils down they're liquidated.
I live for freedom simply / I'm free from greed and envy.
I know it's hard to believe / that somebody wants you deceased.
But we saw it happen in Boston / how long before it's D.C.?
Shit, how long before it's Cleveland? / Stay in your house get arrested for leaving.
Wildlife's depleting / I don't expect to see green.
What in the world are they spraying? What in the world are they spraying?
What the hell am I saying / Google: "what in the world are they spraying."
Don't lose me, don't chase me
I am in a race and I cannot wait up.
Laughing to the bank but it's time for a statement
I'ma put my money under my mattress where it's safer.
Fuck the I.R.S. - I'm a waiter I don't pay you.
All the people with the paper - they're just looking for a favor.
Flirting with Satan if you make it to the majors
I ain't talking 'bout the leagues, I'm just talking 'bout the labels.
Give me a way to speak to people in the matrix
Overdose 'em with the Red Pill and show 'em what they're facing
Don't like what I'm saying, you can kill me but there's no way you can fake it.
People love my creations, you'll never find a replacement.
Amerika.
Stay posted here, and at the newly redesigned chrisblackohio.com for all the latest.
Follow @ChrisBlackOhio
Thank you for listening! I mean what I say.
The fight continues...
-Chris Black
Thursday, October 17, 2013
New CBO is launched!
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| Photo by Marc Kaz |
Take a look at the BRAND NEW chrisblackohio.com, featuring everything from lyrics to music to production, all in a simple layout.
This site is now the official blog of Chris Black.
First single from the upcoming free album is coming soon.
Monday, October 7, 2013
Oct. 25 concert w/ Lorine Chia + more!
Come to the Foundry in Lakewood, OH on Friday, October 25, 2013 for a great night of Cleveland music.
The lineup features Willoughby's own Lorine Chia and more!
Tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door. Show starts @ 1 a.m. Click the image below for more details.
The lineup features Willoughby's own Lorine Chia and more!
Tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door. Show starts @ 1 a.m. Click the image below for more details.
(And remember... follow @ChrisBlackOhio
New music soon)
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| Chris Black (right) and Sicksteen (left), one of Independent's Day's organizers |
Friday, October 4, 2013
"City Lights" music video
It is finally here! Check out the video for "City Lights" below.
(Video by Najada Davis, shot in beautiful Cleveland, Ohio.)
Thank you for watching! PLEASE share. Chris Black is working on his next (free) album. First single(s) will be released in October. Remember to follow him on Twitter, and like his Facebook page for constant updates.
(Video by Najada Davis, shot in beautiful Cleveland, Ohio.)
Thank you for watching! PLEASE share. Chris Black is working on his next (free) album. First single(s) will be released in October. Remember to follow him on Twitter, and like his Facebook page for constant updates.
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
New Music: "road to success" w/ lyrics
This could be my last moment
Road to success but you know the path's lonely
Life is a race and that's what my Dad told me
No award for giving up in a catastrophe
If this was a war then I'd always attack homie
Awarded in cash so they don't throw a tax on me
But if there was a draft Uncle Sam would want me
I'm a Chris Black Ohio tee there's no tag on me
And by that I mean no dog tags, it's all black
I'd talk to walls but they don't talk back
So I talk to God cause He's all we have
In this army I am hardly in almanac - ain't even a number yet
So don't ask questions like "where do you think you're headed?"
As long as my head is on top of my shoulders it's Heaven
Until then it's: give it my all, if I fall in the wrong direction
I'll count my blessings; only guarantee is death and
Birth / And time on this Earth
What you do with it matters; every lie is a burn
Til your trousers catch fire and you try not burn
The truth taught me myself. What's a liar gon' learn?
Rhyming has earned me the right to self expression
Many man died for what they said so what's the First Amendment
I trust the Founders; they were truly indebted
2 hundred years ahead of their time; they knew the consequences of
Giving up what we had for government protection
The Constitution's threatened; only Amendment's left the Second
Now people on TV saying that we don't need weapons
Guess Hitler, Mao, and Stalin never taught us all a lesson.
Damn... Well I'ma load up.
Be waiting at my front door when they show up
I'll hold my house down until this bitch blows up
Hitman puts a hole in me for money - he's a doe nut.
Ya know what? This is my last moment
Road to success but you know the path's lonely
Life is a race and that's what my Dad told me
There's no award for giving up in a catastrophe, I said
This is my last moment
Road to success and you know the path is lonely
Life is a race and that's what my Dad told me
There's no reward for giving up in a catas(trophy)
Chris Black Ohio dot com
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(This was recorded over Here & Now, by the great RJD2.
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Thanks.)
Friday, August 2, 2013
Applebee's Tour (by Marc Kaz)
Applebee's Fest (featuring Chris Black)
MONDAY, August 5 || Wes Point Park, downtown Willoughby || 6-10 p.m.
TWITTER CONTEST: Congratulations to RYAN GLASS for winning the Twitter contest - two free CHRIS BLACK OHIO tees and a $20 Applebee's gift card! Ryan has always been a truly supportive fan. Thanks for participating!
Check out the following write-ups about Applebee's Fest!
@ChrisBlackOhio
Like Chris Black on facebook
Thank you for your support!
I hope to see you there. Look for these
flyers (by Tre Smith.)
flyers (by Tre Smith.)
-Chris Black
Thursday, August 1, 2013
New Music: "ily" + lyrics
Free download! (click 'Download' on the media player above)
@ChrisBlackOhio || #ily
LYRICS
The fact is - my mind is twisted
Like it did a backflip without practice.
My cousin is studyin' to be an actress
Lights, cameras, action
I'm just prayin' they don't make her do some whack shit
'cause you know how L.A. is
Hollywood's a devil they call it City of Angels.
But shoutout to the Angels on the basis
Of bases and balls; Lord, please help me erase this
Mindset that I ain't blessed; I know I'm not basic
I know I'm Your creation - I evolved and went ape shit.
I'm too busy prayin' to not say "shit."
Cursin' is reversin' of emotions that hurt you
That's why we say "shit." And all the other 7 words
Don't believe, better search for Heaven on Earth
You see our days are countin' down
Don't chase that stardom down
How can hate get you the crown?
Better brace, we're fallin' down to the ground.
We stay up on a cloud
Feet way up off the ground
Think of the government and wonder if
They could shoot us down
Probably not... shout out to Pac
He gave it all he got and as a rapper,
I have to acknowledge he's at the Top
I honor the legends that came before me
I don't want glory I just want somebody to tell people
My story... and this is way overdue
The hiatus hurt me, way worse than you
So let me ask you
Do you remember Catch My Flight?
Against All Odds, do you remember Blacklight?
Do you remember that night?
Cleveland, in front of thousands
I remember stepping to that mic
Plus, I remember all your faces - you were reppin'
You consoled me when we lost
'cause we didn't even come in second
That night, some of you texted - I still remember your message
'cause even though we lost you made it feel like Heaven
I love you
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Limited Edition T-Shirts Now Available!
Chris Black and Matt Helt are proud to offer Black's first piece of merchandise! Take a look at the brand new, limited edition 'CHRIS BLACK OHIO' tees below, designed by the one and only Tre Smith. The shirts are extra comfortable Hanes Tagless. (Shirts are available in black or white / S, M, L, XL.)
BLACK will be worn by Chris Black in the upcoming "City Lights" music video, shot in downtown Cleveland.
Click below to order shirt(s) from PayPal - no account needed!
Please e-mail chrisblackohio@gmail.com if you have ANY problems with your order.
THANK YOU to all who have shown support in the past,
and who support our mission now.
Still finalizing some things, but there is much
news upcoming (including new music.) Follow me!
- Chris Black [Ohio]
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Free Outdoor Applebee's-hosted Concert
Save the date! On Monday night, August 5th, the Willoughby-location Applebee's is hosting their grand opening event outdoors, in downtown Willoughby. The event will feature fun & games, special prizes and giveaways, and a musical performance from Chris Black and his band.
WHERE: Point Park, Downtown Willoughby
WHEN: August 5, 2013 | 6-10 p.m.
TICKETS: Free - no tickets needed!
And as a reminder, stop by Willoughby's brand new Applebee's (and ask for Chris Black to be your server.) The restaurant is on Maplegrove, off route 91, by Cracker Barrel, Eat n Park, Texas Roadhouse, etc.
Address / phone # of the restaurant is: 35055 Maplegrove Rd.; Willoughby, OH, 44094; (440) 942-8740
Special thanks to the event's other sponsors!
440.946.LAWS
(A full service law firm in historic downtown Willoughby)
murrayblacklaw.com
440.710.0711
(Providing quality downtown living in Willoughby)
knez.net
440.478.6650
(A Wickliffe-based, dedicated landscaping company that cares about their craft.)
#ApplebeesFest
@ChrisBlackOhio
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
What is FREED'M?
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| Now presenting FREED'M. Click here for details. |
The work I've been doing over the past few months has led me to a new business venture, called FREED'M. My actions will be more purposeful, offering hope and help through truth and wisdom. The group will also soon allow YOU to help me spread the urgent message of Freed'm (and be rewarded for it!)
Click here for a full description of FREED'M.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
"Stars" Music Video
Below is the video for "Stars," a single from 'Welcome,' Chris Black's latest E.P. (Click here for lyrics & description.)
This video was made with the help of Najada Davis and Pari Naraghipour through Lakeland Community College.
Thanks for watching!
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