FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
2K Sports Announces NBA(r) 2K8 Soundtrack to Showcase an Array of
Eclectic Music Offerings
Soundtrack to Feature Run-DMC, Devo, Stone Roses and Exclusive J Dilla
Collaborations with Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib
New York, NY - September 24, 2007 - 2K Sports, the sports publishing
label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), today
announced that NBA(r) 2K8 will feature original and exclusive tracks
from the late legendary producer J Dilla (aka Jay Dee) with Common,
Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib providing vocals. The in-game soundtrack
will also include music that harkens back to the roots of hip-hop, as
well as an eclectic mix of songs from other genres that complement the
virtual hoops action.
As one of the music industry's most influential producers, J Dilla
inspired many artists, including Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib,
all of whom he had previously collaborated with in some fashion. These
artists were tapped to keep J Dilla's legacy alive because of their
friendship and respect for this fallen talent. Now exclusively on the
NBA 2K8 soundtrack, three J Dilla tracks will feature the lyrics of
Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli, and Madlib.
"J. Dilla was one of the industry's greatest talents," said Q-Tip. "This
recording is reflective of his legacy and of the wonderful body of work
that he left behind."
The in-game soundtrack to NBA 2K8 introduces today's gamers to classic
tracks from The Highlighters Band, Ernie and The Topnotes, Billy Ball &
The Upsetters, and The Fabulous Jades. Rounding out the soundtrack are
offerings from Quasimoto, Percee P, Run-DMC, Devo, Cut Chemist,
Fishbone, Stone Roses and many more.
"For the NBA 2K8 soundtrack, we wanted to produce something diverse that
bridges modern hip-hop with its rich heritage in funk and groove," said
Tim Rosa, 2K Sports Director of Brand and Lifestyle Marketing. "In
addition to showcasing some of J Dilla's finest and unreleased cuts with
marquee artists like Common, Talib Kweli and Q-Tip, we've included a
diverse group of artists whose music really captures the spirit of the
game."
Track listing:
* J Dilla feat. Madlib "The Official (2K8 Mix)"
* J Dilla feat. Q-Tip & Talib Kweli "Lightworks"
* J Dilla feat. Common "E=MC2"
* Run-DMC "Sucka MC's"
* Stone Roses "Fool's Gold"
* Breakestra "Getcho Soul Together Pt. 2"
* Fishbone "Skankin to the Beat"
* Tommy Guerrero "Molotov Telegram"
* Percee P "Throwback Rap Attack"
* Quasimoto "Chrome Dreams"
* Devo "Through Being Cool"
* Quantic "When You're Through"
* J. Rocc "Cold Heat Megamix"
* Cut Chemist "Bunky's Pick"
* Billy Ball & The Upsetters "Tighten Up Tighter"
* The Highlighters Band "Funky 16 Corners"
* A Guy Called Gerald "Hurry to Go Easy"
* Sonic Trip "Energy Play"
* Baron Zen "Turn Around (Peanut Butter Wolf Instrumental Mix)"
* Finley Quaye "Ultra Stimulation"
* G-Love & Special Sauce "Shooting Hoops"
* Ernie & The Topnotes "Dap Walk"
* The Fabulous Jades "Cold Heat"
NBA 2K8 is rated E for Everyone and will be available October 2, 2007
for the Xbox 360(tm) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft,
the PLAYSTATION(r)3 computer entertainment system and PlayStation(r)2
computer entertainment system. NBA 2K8 features exciting all-new play
modes, defensive mechanics, off-ball controls, a radically improved
franchise mode and an impressive set of other updated features.
For more game information, log onto www.2ksports.com/games/nba2k8/
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NBA 2K8 Soundtrack details released
09/27/07 1:45 pm | #1
2K Sports announced details of the upcoming NBA 2K8 game, slated for an October 2nd release. Surprisingly (j/k), it is heavy on Hip-Hop and features such artists as J Dilla with Common, Q-Tip and Talib Kweli. Check out the release below for full details:
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