by Red Cell
In February 2010, Gil Scott-Heron released “I’m New Here”, his first album in thirteen years. In August 2009, as a member of The xx (and producer), Jamie xx released his debut album “xx”. “NY Is Killing Me” is the first song from “We’re New Here“, Jamie xx’s reworking of 13 tracks from the Gil Scott-Heron “I’m New Here” sessions. The new collaborative album will be released on Feb. 21st, 2011.
This is the official video, directed by Iain Forsyth & Jane Pollard. You can find more information on this project or purchase this track by following this link.
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