FM (also known as the “Far*East Movement”) was formed by emcees: Kev Nish (Half Chinese/Japanese), Prohgress (Korean) and J-Splif (Korean). The three childhood friends found their love for music fresh out of high school and created recognition for the group in the Los Angeles underground scene through energetic live shows and a strong Internet presence.
Forming Catch Music Group with manager Carl Choi in 2004, the group has since developed into a rising force destined for World recognition. The group has achievements on an independent level that some major label groups could only dream to attain. FM has embarked on 2 World Tours (including the USA, South America, Canada, and Asia), signed distribution deals in Japan and Korea (Avex Network and JF Productions respectively), garnered multiple features on MTV World, and also featured music on worldwide media such as “CSI,” “Fast & Furious Tokyo Drift” and “Finishing the Game” (a featured film at Sundance 2007). FM was also the first Asian act to perform at the Sundance Film Festival’s prestigious Music Café Gala hosted by ASCAP.
Currently, FM is working on its sophomore album, entitled “ANIMAL,” slated for an early 2008 release. The album includes guest appearances by platinum selling artists Lil Rob and Baby Bash. The lead single for the album, “You’ve Got a Friend,” debuted recently on the “New at 2” on Los Angeles’ number 1 hip hop station Power 106 and has been getting steady play around the nation. They also continue on their rigorous touring schedule and have recently added world renowned DJ Virman as their tour DJ and mentor. |
