So Yeezus didn’t win the GRAMMY for best Rap album, but it did go PLATINUM! That means 1,000,000 records sold in the U.S. [One Mil-ee-on] On another completely unrelated note, I was mentioned in the Asbury Park Press for my work with the “rootsy” blues band, The Cobra Brothers. check it.
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My Little GRAMMY Nomination
Another milestone for Yeezus is another first for my career. On Friday, Kanye West’s Yeezus was nominated for Best Rap Album in this year’s GRAMMY awards. While, if it wins (knock on wood), I will never see or touch the actual trophy, they can’t stop me from making one out of paper mâché and whispering sweetContinue reading “My Little GRAMMY Nomination”
Yeezus Went Gold Right Under My Nose
Kanye West’s album, Yeezus, was certified Gold by the RIAA in August, having sold upwards of 500,000 copies less than two months after its release. And I get to have this rad plaque hanging from my wall.
Front Page News
The Wednesday journal decided to do a longer feature on me and the Kanye West record. The article came out last week. I made the front page and got a full color picture! Click the pic for a full color scan or click here for the online version of the article.
Wednesday Journal
My hometown newspaper published the exciting news about Yeezus. The Wednesday Journal was a staple of my early years. I am grateful to be featured. Click on the image below for a clearer look at the article.
My First Major Credit!
I just had my first major record credit with Kanye West’s Yeezus! Two weeks ago I did an all night recording session with Dylan Wissing of Indie Studio Drummer for producer Ken Lewis and today I found out that my part was included on the record and I’m credited. I am blown away right now.
Matt Teitelman 