Keeping things ice cold with his latest single, Cold Medina slides on "Principles". Sticking to his principles, he pairs up once again with his longtime collaborator, BabyMaysh, in this full circle moment. Spitting over this chilling production, Cold Medina shows you he's Iron Mike on the mic. All this paired with the crisp, clean visuals from TooBrokeforIlford? Makes you wonder how he stays so cold with all this heat. - Shaan Bajwa @Tehbajwa
1.Name background Influences: Cold Medina is a Nicaraguan and Mexican-American hip-hop artist and educator dedicated to using his platform to build bridges and flame stages.
With machete sharp lyrics and a smooth style, Medina has created a world and sound all his own. He is equally as influenced by Tupac and Nas as he is Eddie Palmieri and Tito Puente. With his cultural background as the foundation for his artistic endeavors, he seeks to be a source of inspiration and hope for his following.
2. Info on the song: is it a single or part of a bigger project? Is there a particular reason you chose to release it now?
This a single I have been sitting on for a little minute. After dropping an album last year, I wanted to start the new year off on a fresh note! The director and I have been working on this project for close to a year, so it’s nice to finally have it out there in the world.
3. What’s next? Shows, more music/projects, other productions etc etc
Definitely more music to come this year. I have been working on an EP with San Francisco producer Brycon that I’m hella hype to release. It’s definitely going to show another side of the artistry and show some more experimental jazz.
The partners at Good Problems Collective have also been hard at work running our monthly Sound Lab producer showcase in South Florida, so I am excited to help expand that operation and continue building community.
4. Production credits for the song (music, video production)
Beat produced by babymaysh
Video directed by toobrokeforilford
Presented by Good Problems Collective.
5. Social media handles, website.
@TheColdMedina @toobrokeforilford @goodproblemscollective @babymaysh
Stay tuned for more art!