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Revision as of 16:14, 16 May 2013

Timeflies
OriginBoston, United States
GenresFreestyle rap, Pop, Hip-Hop, Electro, Dubstep, Rock, Dance
Years activeOctober 2010 (2010-10)–present
LabelsForty8Fifty
MembersRob "Rez" Resnick,
Cal Shapiro
Websitetimefliesmusic.com

Timeflies is an American music duo formed in October 2010 consisting of the group's producer Rob Resnick and vocalist Cal Shapiro, both are Jewish Americans.[1] The two previously performed together in the Tufts University funk band, The Ride.[2][3]

Early life

Cal grew up in Mamaroneck, New York, and every summer from ages 8 to 18, he attended Camps Kenwood and Evergreen. He was particularly fond of the camp's music festival, Hollowpalooza, which took place in the middle of every summer. Cal's first ever on stage performance was a solo rendition of "Blackbird" by The Beatles. Cal's second onstage performance was also at his summer camp, taking part in a band that serenaded his cousin's then-girlfriend (now wife) as part of an elaborate marriage proposal.

History

Though they got their start in Boston, Cal and Rez are originally from New York and New Jersey, respectively, and are currently living in Manhattan. Timeflies incorporates elements of pop, electro, dubstep and rock in their music.

On August 14, 2012, Timeflies released their official application to the Apple App Store produced by the development team of Matthew Hamilton and Graham Tomlinson.

In late September 2011, Timeflies released their debut album, The Scotch Tape, which rose to #8 on the iTunes overall chart and #2 on the iTunes Pop chart withing 24 hours of its release. Cal and Rez were dubbed “musical masterminds” by Vanity Fair.

Every Tuesday, Timeflies posts new music to their youtube channel. [3][4][5][6]Timeflies performs regularly at colleges and venues across the US.

On November 27, 2012, they released their first EP, One Night. Within 24 hours of its release, One Night reached #2 on the overall iTunes chart and was #1 on the iTunes Pop chart. The EP debuted on the Billboard 200 at #29.[7] The title track from the EP climbed to #84 on the iTunes Pop charts and "Swoon" debuted and peaked on the Billboard Rap Digital Songs at #45. Billboard named them one of their 13 artists to watch for in 2013.[8]

On February 22, 2013, they announced that they had created their own label, Forty8Fifty. The label is partnered with Island Def Jam Music Group. Their next full-length album will be out later in 2013 and will be released on the label.[9]

Their debut single, "I Choose U", was released on April 1, 2013 to digital retailers[10] and will be released to US Top 40 radio on May 14 under Island Def Jam Music Group.[11]

On August 2, 2013, they will perform at Lollapalooza, a large Chicago music festival.[12]

Musical style and influences

Rob Resnick had an early start in production after building a Pro Tools studio in his basement for his high school bands, Inevitable and After Tonight. At Tufts, Rob majored in music and philosophy. During sophomore year, Rez began using audio production software such as Reason, Digital Performer and Ableton. During this time, Resnick was a DJ regularly, and played drums for The Ride, a blues/funk/hip-hop band noted for their ability to cross musical genres. Rob also worked at Cedar Lake Camp as music director which gave him a good amount of music production experience. He cites Porter Robinson, Benny Blanco, Pretty Lights, and JR Rotem as major influences.[3]

Cal has been singing and freestyling since he was a teenager, and earned his college degree at Tufts University, majoring in music and entrepreneurship. In his sophomore year, upon joining The Ride, Cal fell in love with performing. Cal later teamed up with The Ride’s drummer, Rob Resnick, to form Timeflies. Cal’s musical influences include Robert Johnson, Janis Joplin, Muddy Waters, and his favorite, Big L. He has become well known for his love for scotch, hence their first album name, "The Scotch Tape."

Discography

Albums

List of extended plays, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
[13] 		US
Heat
[14] 		US
Rap
[15] 		US
Indie
[16]
The Scotch Tape
  • Released: 19 September 2011[17]
  • Label: Unsigned
  • Format: Digital download
 — 4 — 39

Extended Plays

List of extended plays, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
[18] 		US
Digital
[18] 		US
Rap
[18]
One Night 29 2 2

Mixtapes

  • Under The Influence (2012)

Singles

List of singles, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
US
"I Choose U" 2013 108 One Night

Awards and nominations

Year Ceremony Nominated work Category Result
2013 Popdust Timeflies Next Pop Superstar of 2013 Nominated[21]

References

  1. ^ "The kings of 'frat-rap'".
  2. ^ Geller, Mitchell (February 17, 2011). "Timeflies, an 'electro-hip-hop-dub-something' duo, proves to be more than your average college band". Tufts Daily. Retrieved 11 January 2012.
  3. ^ a b c Timeflies. "About Us". Retrieved 14 May 2013.
  4. ^ David Foxley. "Time Is Flying for Timeflies". Vanity Fair. Retrieved 11 January 2012.
  5. ^ http://profiles.sonicbids.com/artists/Timeflies/biography/
  6. ^ http://sunsetintherearview.com/timeflies-interview/
  7. ^ https://www.billboard.com/artist/timeflies/chart-history/billboard-200
  8. ^ http://www.billboard.com/articles/1533705/13-artists-to-watch-in-2013
  9. ^ http://www.facebook.com/timeflies/posts/544401745593854
  10. ^ http://www.amazon.com/I-Choose-U/dp/B00BZIMJRS/ref=sr_1_24?ie=UTF8&qid=1364492608&sr=8-24&keywords=timeflies
  11. ^ http://www.allaccess.com/top40-mainstream/future-releases
  12. ^ http://lineup.lollapalooza.com/?sort=day
  13. ^ "Timeflies - Chart history". Billboard. {{cite web}}: Text "Billboard" ignored (help)
  14. ^ "Timeflies - Chart history". Billboard. {{cite web}}: Text "Billboard" ignored (help)
  15. ^ "Timeflies - Chart history". Billboard. {{cite web}}: Text "Billboard" ignored (help)
  16. ^ "Timeflies - Chart history". Billboard. {{cite web}}: Text "Billboard" ignored (help)
  17. ^ "The Scotch Tape".
  18. ^ a b c "Timeflies - Chart history". Billboard. {{cite web}}: Text "Billboard" ignored (help)
  19. ^ "One Night - EP".
  20. ^ "Amazon".
  21. ^ "VOTE NOW! Help Decide The Next Pop Superstar of 2013!".


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