Montreal-based music trio Planet Giza is a talented group that you should have on your radar this year. The group recently announced their sophomore album ‘Ready When You Are,’ set for release on April 7, 2023 via AWAL. Ahead of its release, the group has shared a lead single “Quiet On The Set,” which dropped with an accompanying music video.
“This [upcoming] project was inspired by our passion for making timeless music and growing,” Planet Giza told Remixd Magazine. “We’ve really been working on this for years now, so the progression of from our first album to this project is incredible.”
“Quiet On The Set” is a laid back, melodic hip-hop tune, that can be described as having bouncy rhythms and catchy melodies. The group is composed of members Rami B, DoomX and Tony Stone.
“Our name is referencing the pyramids at Giza in Egypt, we were thinking of suitable names for the group,” the group said. “DoomX came up with the planet part and then Rami thought of the pyramids of Giza (because there’s 3 and we’re 3 members).”
As for the latest single, Tony Stone’s distinguished vocal hits when the beat drops, softly comforting his love interest, “when the world don’t make you smile girl you can always cry on my shoulder.”
The 12-track LP will feature a range of hip-hop & R&B stars, including Kaytranada, Mick Jenkins, Kojey Radical, Saba, Venna & Topaz Jones. The project touches on various themes, from fame to relationships, once again narrating the experience of Tony Stone, as he traverses through the hectic & hedonistic life of a rising rap star.
Check out our interview with Planet Giza below & be sure to stay tuned for the album dropping soon.
Highlight: Planet Giza “WYD” featuring Saba
Newest Release: Planet Giza – “Quiet on the Set”
What city are you from/ Where are you based now?
We are based and from the great city of Montreal, Canada.
What is your artist name? What is your real name? How did you get your artist name?
We are Planet Giza, a hip-hop trio composed of members, Rami B, Tony Stone, and DoomX.
Our name is referencing the pyramids at Giza in Egypt, we were thinking of suitable names for the group. DoomX came up with the planet part and then Rami thought of the pyramids of Giza (because there’s 3 and we’re 3 members).
How would you describe your sound to readers who may not be familiar with you?
We do everything. We can do funk, soul, R&B, Hip Hop, trap, house. It’s a melting pot of a bunch of influences that are mixed well together.
What’s one reason you are passionate about music and what inspires you?
Music is the only thing we obsess over, chords, harmonies, bridges, instrumentation, all that. It’s our passion to the core. Creating music with no boundaries that connect with fans from all over the world is our inspiration.
Who are some of your main musical influences?
There are so many sounds we are into, but some of our influences include: Outkast, Tribe Called Quest, N.E.R.D., De La Soul, Tyler The Creator Kendrick, Andre 3000, Jay Z, and in terms of producing, Quincy Jones, Roy Ayers. Pete Rock, 9th Wonder.
Tell us the name of the project you are currently promoting? What inspired this project?
Our new album is titled, Ready When You Are. This project was inspired by our passion for making timeless music and growing. We’ve really been working on this for years now, so the progression of from our first album to this project is incredible.
Date that this project is set to drop?
Our new album, Ready When You Are, drops on April 7th through AWAL distribution, on all platforms.
What is this project about in your own words?
This album represents some of the best music we’ve ever worked on, and everyone will agree. It’s something you’ve never heard before. It’s really a blend of a whole bunch of genres. Expect the unexpected.
What’s next for you? Are you working on any upcoming projects we should be on the lookout for? Include some dates if you have them.
Coming up soon will be the release of our 2nd single, and music video for, “Quiet on the Set.”
“Quiet on the Set” will be out on March 29th.
We are headlining a show here in Montreal, on April 14th at Le Fairmount Theatre. You can also expect us to hit the road, we’ll be touring outside of Canada with trips to the UK and the States in May.
What message do you hope fans take away from your music and from this project?
This is a passion of ours, and we really want to stand the test of time with this. Every time you hear a Planet Giza song, you’re going to hear the intention and the passion behind it. This is what real music sounds and feels like.
Where can we follow you on social media? Include links.
Follow us @planetgiza on all social media platforms:
https://www.instagram.com/planetgiza/
