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Youve heard the expression, dont judge a book by its cover; brothers Damien and Tourie Escobar are a perfect example. Together, they are Nuttin But Stringz (NBS), a true phenomenon of our musical age, their classical violin training infused with the rhythms of New York City gives the world a sound unlike anything youve ever heard before, "Urban Rock".Their debut CD, Struggle from the Subway to the Charts was released in October 2006 on NBS Entertainment Inc. / KOCH Entertainment. Their first single entitled Thunder showcases their raw talent; it digs into the soul, slowly unleashes it and exposes it. Older brother Tourie explains, Our music is based on emotion not lyrics. We tell stories and the violin is our voice. Other tracks on the CD include, Broken Sorrow and Dance with My Father.
NBS has been playing the violin for over 15 years, starting at the tender ages of seven and eight in a mandatory school program. Showing raw talent, they would then continue their studies at the Juilliard and Bloomingdale schools of music in New York City where they learned classical methods. They grew up in a rough area of Jamaica, Queens; where it wasnt safe to walk the streets especially if you have a violin in your hands. As a result, their musical aspirations came crashing to a stop 5 years ago when they both succumbed to the temptations of the streets and lost focus. Eventually they realized they were in with a bad crowd and got back on track. Tourie says, The passion for music and the violin saved my life. They were relentless and played the New York City subways for pocket change.
Some of their many accomplishments include the release of their Debut album, Struggle From the Subway to the Charts which debuted at #3 on the International Billboard charts. They have also Won Two Emmy awards, as well as Grammy Award nominees. They were finalist on Americas' Got Talent and have appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, The Today Show with Katie Couric and have even been featured in Major Motion Pictures such as STEP UP. They have performed on show bills with legendary artists such as Al Jarreau, Patti Labelle, The temptations, Chaka Khan, The Isley Brothers and Yolonda Adams. They have even been invited to perform for the President of the United States at the White House. Their sudden success escalated their hopes and dreams and they became involved with the YMCA Strong Kids charity as well as the VH1 Save the Music Foundation. They also spend much of their free time playing at public schools and talking to kids about music and staying in school.
Music has changed their outlook on life. Tourie says, I never finished anything early in life but with the violin, I saw it through and Im not going to quit now. Damien agrees and says, I dont handle failure well thats why I work as hard as I can. NBS brilliantly molds unlikely genres with ease. From Led Zeppelin to Vivaldi, from DMX and R Kelly to Bach, NBS continues to enlighten and entertain audiences of all ages. From toddlers to teens and beyond their music crosses and opens age barriers in a way that is unforgettable. Struggle from the Subway to the Charts is a brilliant blend of classical daring intertwined with rap and rock undertones. NBS has created a new genre thats being talked about and admired. The buzz has begun. Their music is a provocative and stirring Thunder that will be analyzed and copied for years to come.
Age
25
Hometown
Jamaica, NY
Country
United States
Occupation
Recording/Performing Artist
Companies
NBS Entertainment Inc.
NuttinButStringzTV
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