Quarters 2nd Batch Tracklisting & Breakdown

So the new batch of Quarters is up for download, and I figured I'd start putting some supplemental info on how each beat comes about. Lately I've really been working on simplfying my process when making beats. I spent years trying to create a certain type of beat instead of just riding with what feels good in the moment. This batch was made over the last few months and just about completely in the box. I didnt use any outside musicians or sources, just the good ole Reason and the PC.
All feedback and questions welcome!
http://quarters2ndbatch.4shared.com

1. MarchSnow-As the name kinda indicates, I made this one during that weird snowfall we got in mid-march. Empty, isolated, what it feels like when youre snowed in...or just inside making beats while it snows..

2. Warm-started as an individual idea, but once I noticed it worked well alongside the first track, I just said why not. As the snow melts you can feel the sun beam down to make way to new ideas and growth.

3. Growth-the final track to this nature inspired threesome. Also made at some point after march. The syncopated synths give the feel of viewing vegitation sprout from barren land in fast forward.

4. And Now...-Beats!haha! I hope folks hung in through the first 3 tracks. This one is just an elegant banger for a rapper or a sanger..

5. P-cut This one started with the dope parliment sample. I've been sampling in Reason for a while but this is the first beat I didnt synch in time or put on the grid. I just played it out, layed drums and let it be.

6. Drop it-A laid back banger, plain and simple. Gives way to another groove on the backend.

7. Classic- Beat came about organically at first. After having the "Something is Wrong" sample cut up for another beat, i noticed it could add some personality. Felt good so I ran with it.

8. Early Night-As I experiment with some edgier drums and production, I find myself making more stuff along these lines. One melodic line away from mayhem.

Music Monday: New beat from Quarters!

Wudup yall
Hope your Monday is going well so far. I'm sure most of yall watched the Oscars last night.  I realized my fav part of the big night is the winners in obscure catagories.  Those peeps work just as hard as the stars and its good to see them get their due, and share their stories at the podium. Big ups to Hurt Locker, Up, and Monique for their wins...

March Madness is still in effect, and as promised here's some new material from your lanky beatmaking buddy. I'm gearing up for the 2nd batch of Quarters on the year, and here's one beat jocking for a spot:

And Now....


You can still download the first batch of Quarters from this year. As well as Cicero Mode 2.0

Peace

New Pat Pro Video: Resolve

Here's our new video for the song Resolve. This is a beat I started on over two years ago. It's so minmal and serene, I always figured it would work better as a movie score than a song. As time went on, we were able to develop a story around the instrumental. We had a blast making the vid, and want to thank our cast and production crew:

Amir Homayounkhah, Adrienne Stein, David Gray, Alan Kasper, Nora Schreiber, Cory Howard & Fam,Currents Resaurant and all our extras!

Let us know what you think
CP

Cicero Mode 2.0 is here!!

Wudup peeps,
As 2009 comes to a close, its only right I present the newest installment of Cicero Mode.
Cicero Mode 2.0 is a batch of unreleased songs, freestyles, and remixes from the past year. As well as being a way to showcase some of the years collaborations, I think it's also some of my most honest music as an artist yet. 09 was a rough year for me. From dealing with the passing of my Father to really having to decide what my purpose is. Creating music has always been like therapy for me, and no year has that been more true than 2009. These songs are what I used to get up and find the strength to rededicate myself to my craft. As we roll into 2010, expect alot more material from your boy Cicero. For those of you that take a chance and download, hopefully it shows you a side of me you've never seen, or one you thought was gone forever.

Download Cicero Mode Free!!!

Thanks in advance

CP
www.twitter.com/cicero4patpro

Red Raider Roadshow- Texas Tech vs Oklahoma State

Hippie Hi-Jinks: Jamfest!!

Heres us gettin our comedy on in a little vid staring Joel Nolen, and King Danczilla.

How was your wknd?

So Labor day is over and everybodys back to the grizzy. Due to a double up of weddings, I stayed in Tyler this wknd, but kicked things off with the back to school bash up at Where's Rufus Friday Night. I had to go out and support some local music, because honestly, around here it doesn't get the credit it deserves. I Dj at Where's Rufus quite a bit, and they embrace the diverse crowds here in Tyler more than any other venue. One of my high school classmates and rapper Fula performed with the band The Rad. The event was put on by Yodie Promotions. Here's some random pics from when the brewskis began to take hold...

fula wreckin..... + Anayo of Yodie Promotions

Picther...say Cheeese! + Cougar Alert

We were in the house doing some video work, stayed tuned for footage.

The Show turned out great, it was the first night Where's Rufus did 18 and up.

Here's hoping they keep that and the good music comming!

Like I said Sat and Sun. I Djed some weddings untill really late. Monday was a relax day for the most part. Overall a purty chill labor day, what about yours?

Check out Episodes of Red Raider Life!!!

Here's some 2 vids from a series we're working on called "Red Raider Life".
The show is going to feature various Texas Tech students and Grads. You a Red Raider with an interesting life? Contact us: PatProMusic@yahoo.com

Check out my newest Mashup: 'ATLiCATION'

So I been workin on mash-ups of some of my favorite groups;
Here's Outkast and Red Hot Chilli Peppers, ATLiCATION

Let me know what you guys think....peace!

Is this Weezy Track ill? Yes N*gga Yes!! ft Pharrel

Yyeeaaaa,
I'm not one to favor the Lil Wayne Vocoder flow of 08, but DAMN this beat is sick!
I played it last night at a gig here in Tyler to alot of confused faces, but what tha f*ck they know....this Shit jams!!