Last month, it was announced that Rapper Common, pianist Robert Glasper and drummer Karriem Riggins have formed a new band called August Greene. They had kicked it off with their debut single ‘Optimistic’ featuring Brandy.
August Greene is back today with the follow single ‘Black Kennedy’ which you can stream below. “For many people the Kennedy family symbolizes royalty and represents power, style, and influence. And I thought if I’m gonna do it, I’m gonna do it in a black way,” said Common of the song. “The process of creating this song gave me chills,” says Riggins. “It is a theme that represents royalty and brilliance. It also has J Dilla’s influences, and it reminded us of the great times spent with him creating music.”
“‘Black Kennedy’ is a song close to my heart,” Glasper adds. “It is a song of motivation, inspiration, perseverance and black excellence.” The band’s self-titled debut album will be released as an Amazon Original on March 9th.
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