EP 1 is the debut extended play by American rapper and singer Qveen Herby, released by Checkbook Records on June 2, 2017. The EP received positive reviews from critics, who praised Herby's rebranding as an artist and the exploration of R&B and hip-hop music. The EP also gained moderate chart success, peaking at number 37 on the Billboard Independent Albums Chart and number 13 on the US Heatseekers Albums chart.
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| Released | June 2, 2017 | |||
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| Length | 16:23 | |||
| Label | Checkbook | |||
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Background edit
Amy Renee Heidemann began her musical career as a member of pop duo Karmin, with now-husband Nick Noonan. The duo gained fame from their cover songs uploaded to their YouTube account, which included "Look at Me Now", "Super Bass," and "Party Rock Anthem".[1] The duo later announced in 2012 that they had signed to Epic Records. The group released their debut EP, Hello, on May 7, 2012, and Pulses in 2014 to mixed reviews from critics.[2] Heidemann and Noonan also released Leo Rising independently on September 9, 2016.[3]
In the spring of 2017, all of Karmin's social media was rebranded to Qveen Herby with a short preview post stating, "Karmin Is Dead, Long Live the Qveen." Noonan formally announced her solo career as well as her debut extended play, EP 1.[4]
Promotion edit
A music video for the single "Busta Rhymes" was released one day prior to the EP's release.[5]
Critical reception edit
Adrian Glover of Salute Magazine rated the album 4.7 out of 5, praising Herby's "real vocal talent that has aerodynamic chops as a singer and as a rapper." Glover also called Herby "a contender for the queen’s crown."[6]
Danielle Holian of Pure M magazine described "Busta Rhymes", the EP's first single, as "the chill beat [that] highlights her energy free flowing the storyline. The lyrical speed as each word spills graciously from the songstress’ mouth opens the extended-play with a lot to offer."[7] Holian concluded, "EP 1, is a powerful debut for Qveen Herby. The awe-inspiring choruses, memorable hip-hop and R&B components outshine her previous work letting this new project stand alone and fresh."[7]
Track listing edit
All tracks are written by Qveen Herby, Nick Noonan, and Unkle Steve[8]
| No. | Title | Length |
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| 1. | "Gucci" | 3:28 |
| 2. | "Busta Rhymes" | 3:07 |
| 3. | "Zombie" | 3:09 |
| 4. | "Wild" | 3:06 |
| 5. | "Till We Get By" | 3:33 |
| Total length: | 16:23 | |
Charts edit
| Chart (2017) | Peak position |
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| US Heatseekers Albums[9] | 13 |
| US Independent Albums[10] | 37 |
| US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums[11] | 31 |
Release history edit
| Region | Date | Format(s) | Label | Ref. |
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| Various | June 2, 2017 |
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Checkbook | [12] |
References edit
- ^ "Karmin now is Qveen Herby". Sindhen App. 2017-05-30. Retrieved 2017-10-29.
- ^ "Hello by Karmin on Apple Music". itunes.apple.com. 4 May 2012. Retrieved 2017-10-29.
- ^ "Leo Rising by Karmin on Apple Music". itunes.apple.com. 9 September 2016. Retrieved 2017-10-29.
- ^ "KARMIN Is Dead! Amy Heidemann Ushers In Her Reign As Qveen Herby". Archived from the original on 2017-10-29. Retrieved 2017-10-29.
- ^ "Review: Qveen Herby sizzles on new 'Busta Rhymes' music video (Includes first-hand account)". 2017-07-04. Retrieved 2017-11-19.
- ^ "Review: Qveen Herby Plays No Games on EP1 -Salute Magazine". salutemag.com. Retrieved 2017-11-19.
- ^ a b Holian, Danielle (December 8, 2017). "Qveen Herby – 'EP 1' Review". Pure M magazine. Retrieved September 22, 2021.
- ^ "QVEEN HERBY Introduces "Busta Rhymes" Music Video – Noiseporn". www.noiseprn.com. Retrieved 2017-11-19.
- ^ "Qveen Herby Chart History". Billboard. Retrieved 2017-11-19.
- ^ "Qveen Herby Chart History". Billboard. Retrieved 2017-11-19.
- ^ "Qveen Herby Chart History". Billboard. Retrieved 2017-11-19.
- ^ "EP 1 by Qveen Herby on Apple Music". itunes.apple.com. Retrieved 2017-11-19.