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==Background and concept== ==Background and concept==
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⚫ The band catapulted to stardom by posting their unique renditions of popular hip-hop and pop songs, such as ]'s "]", ]'s "]" and ]'s "]" on ], gaining the attention of entertainers such as ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ] and ].<ref name="MTV: Karmin biography">{{cite web|title=MTV:Karmin biography|url=http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/karmin/artist.jhtml#biographyEnd|work=MTV|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref><ref name="EXCLUSIVE: YouTube Sensation Karmin Premieres Next Cover Song — Lil Wayne’s ’6 Foot 7 Foot’ ">{{cite web|title=EXCLUSIVE: YouTube Sensation Karmin Premieres Next Cover Song — Lil Wayne’s ’6 Foot 7 Foot’ |url=http://ryanseacrest.com/2011/04/26/exclusive-youtube-sensation-karmin-premieres-next-cover-song-lil-waynes-6-foot-7-foot-video/|work=|publisher=RyanSeacrest.com|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref><ref name="Seward native gains notoriety through YouTube">{{cite web|title=Seward native gains notoriety through YouTube|url=http://www.sewardindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=238:seward-native-gains-notoriety-through-youtube&catid=14:featured-articles|work=|publisher=Seward County Independent|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref> After offers from Jermaine Dupri, ] and various others, the duo signed a deal with ] and ], under new management of the executive chairman ]. “We kind of matched energies. He felt music the same way,” Nick Noonan of the band says.<ref name="Karmin: An AMA Award, A Record Deal and A Brand New Single">{{cite web|title=Karmin: An AMA Award, A Record Deal and A Brand New Single|url=http://whatstrending.com/2011/11/karmin-talk-ama-awards-perform-live/|work=|publisher=whatstrending.com|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref> In the summer of 2011, they were called upon by ] to appear in an online viral campaign for his clothing line ], singing a medley of their original song "Carbon Copy" and Jay-Z's ], as well as perform on the BET Awards Pre-Show.<ref name="That's Rocawear: Karmin Performs "Carbon Copy/Encore"">{{cite web|title=That's Rocawear: Karmin Performs "Carbon Copy/Encore"|url=http://www.karminmusic.com/2011/06/thats-rocawear-karmin-performs-carbon-copyencore/|work=|publisher=Karminmusic.com|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref>









⚫ oncé Knowles]], ], ], ], ], ], ], ] and ].<ref name="MTV: Karmin biography">{{cite web|title=MTV:Karmin biography|url=http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/karmin/artist.jhtml#biographyEnd|work=MTV|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref><ref name="EXCLUSIVE: YouTube Sensation Karmin Premieres Next Cover Song — Lil Wayne’s ’6 Foot 7 Foot’ ">{{cite web|title=EXCLUSIVE: YouTube Sensation Karmin Premieres Next Cover Song — Lil Wayne’s ’6 Foot 7 Foot’ |url=http://ryanseacrest.com/2011/04/26/exclusive-youtube-sensation-karmin-premieres-next-cover-song-lil-waynes-6-foot-7-foot-video/|work=|publisher=RyanSeacrest.com|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref><ref name="Seward native gains notoriety through YouTube">{{cite web|title=Seward native gains notoriety through YouTube|url=http://www.sewardindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=238:seward-native-gains-notoriety-through-youtube&catid=14:featured-articles|work=|publisher=Seward County Independent|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref> After offers from Jermaine Dupri, ] and various others, the duo signed a deal with ] and ], under new management of the executive chairman ]. “We kind of matched energies. He felt music the same way,” Nick Noonan of the band says.<ref name="Karmin: An AMA Award, A Record Deal and A Brand New Single">{{cite web|title=Karmin: An AMA Award, A Record Deal and A Brand New Single|url=http://whatstrending.com/2011/11/karmin-talk-ama-awards-perform-live/|work=|publisher=whatstrending.com|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref> In the summer of 2011, they were called upon by ] to appear in an online viral campaign for his clothing line ], singing a medley of their original song "Carbon Copy" and Jay-Z's ], as well as perform on the BET Awards Pre-Show.<ref name="That's Rocawear: Karmin Performs "Carbon Copy/Encore"">{{cite web|title=That's Rocawear: Karmin Performs "Carbon Copy/Encore"|url=http://www.karminmusic.com/2011/06/thats-rocawear-karmin-performs-carbon-copyencore/|work=|publisher=Karminmusic.com|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref>


In late June, the duo entered the studio to record their debut studio album and have collaborated with producers ], ], Jon Jon Traxx, ], ], ], ] and Andrew "Pop" Wansel, ] of ], ], ], ], ], Sham 'Sak Pase' Joseph, ], ], ], Kenneth "]" Coby, The Composer, ], with writing assistance from ], Elite, Redd Stylez, ], ], Corey Houston, ], ], Heather Bright, Henry "Cirkut" Walter and ].<ref name="Karmin To Release Debut Album in Early 2012">{{cite web|title=Karmin To Release Debut Album in Early 2012|url=http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/5706.html|work=|publisher=Monica Mania|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref> Both Heidemann and Noonan worked to maintain original songs and ideas, while working toward mainstream and pop music. They cited L.A. Reid's understanding of their musical background to be helpful in this process.<ref name="Karmin Told Us So: Discussing ‘HELLO’ with Amy, Nick, and Epic Records.">{{cite web|title=Karmin Told Us So: Discussing ‘HELLO’ with Amy, Nick, and Epic Records.|url=http://laparadiddle.com/2012/04/30/karmin-told-us-so-discussing-hello-with-amy-nick-and-epic-records/}}</ref> In late June, the duo entered the studio to record their debut studio album and have collaborated with producers ], ], Jon Jon Traxx, ], ], ], ] and Andrew "Pop" Wansel, ] of ], ], ], ], ], Sham 'Sak Pase' Joseph, ], ], ], Kenneth "]" Coby, The Composer, ], with writing assistance from ], Elite, Redd Stylez, ], ], Corey Houston, ], ], Heather Bright, Henry "Cirkut" Walter and ].<ref name="Karmin To Release Debut Album in Early 2012">{{cite web|title=Karmin To Release Debut Album in Early 2012|url=http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/5706.html|work=|publisher=Monica Mania|accessdate=February 8, 2012}}</ref> Both Heidemann and Noonan worked to maintain original songs and ideas, while working toward mainstream and pop music. They cited L.A. Reid's understanding of their musical background to be helpful in this process.<ref name="Karmin Told Us So: Discussing ‘HELLO’ with Amy, Nick, and Epic Records.">{{cite web|title=Karmin Told Us So: Discussing ‘HELLO’ with Amy, Nick, and Epic Records.|url=http://laparadiddle.com/2012/04/30/karmin-told-us-so-discussing-hello-with-amy-nick-and-epic-records/}}</ref>

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Hello is an extended play by pop musical duo Karmin. It was released on May 4, 2012 through Epic Records (Sony Music Entertainment).

Background and concept

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In late June, the duo entered the studio to record their debut studio album and have collaborated with producers Warryn Campbell, Kane Beatz, Jon Jon Traxx, The Runners, Kwamé, D'Mile, Oak and Andrew "Pop" Wansel, Harvey Mason, Jr. of The Underdogs, Tricky Stewart, Rodney "Don Vito" Richard, The Exclusives, J. R. Rotem, Sham 'Sak Pase' Joseph, Christian Rich, Hit-Boy, The Fliptones, Kenneth "Soundz" Coby, The Composer, Stargate, with writing assistance from Claude Kelly, Elite, Redd Stylez, Kevin McCall, Audio Push, Corey Houston, Bonnie McKee, Kelly Sheehan, Heather Bright, Henry "Cirkut" Walter and Diane Warren. Both Heidemann and Noonan worked to maintain original songs and ideas, while working toward mainstream and pop music. They cited L.A. Reid's understanding of their musical background to be helpful in this process.

During an interview prior to the release of their debut album, Karmin revealed to Z100 (A New York City Radio Station) that there is the possibility of a deluxe album release in the near future with the inclusion of "Crash Your Party" (their first single) as one of the additional tracks.

Album title

Through Twitter, the duo revealed that their debut studio album would officially be called HELLO. “We thought it was a perfect title, because it’s our introduction album. When you hear the songs in a row, you’re going to hear our story,” Amy Heidemann explains to BeatWeek.

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Allmusic
Rolling Stone

So far the album has very mixed reviews from traditional media outlets. The Boston Herald, The Boston Globe, and The LA Times weighed in with generally positive reviews. Rolling Stone, and The New York Times weighed in with highly negative reviews.

Gerrick D. Kennedy of The LA Times wrote "The disc brims with the swagged-out pop/hip-hop that made them YouTube darlings, as collaborators Stargate, Benny Blanco, Tricky Stewart and Dr. Luke deliver slick, radio-ready productions."

Jody Rosen of Rolling Stone gave the album one and a half stars out of five and criticized Heidemann’s rapping, describing it as "horrendous" and "daffiness". He claimed that it "spoil the broth everytime." Despite the criticism, the album was praised for its "catchiness", referring to the song "Brokenhearted."

The album debuted at #18 on the Billboard 200 and #33 on the Canadian Albums Chart.

Singles

Karmin and Epic released "Brokenhearted" as the first single from Hello, which impacted radio February 7, 2012. It subsequently became their first song to enter Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at #16. It also reached the #1 spot on Hot Dance Club Play, #12 Pop Digital Songs, and #10 Mainstream Top 40. It was certified as a platinum digital single (1,000,000 unit sales) by the RIAA as announced by Karmin and their management on Twitter and Facebook in early August 2012.

"Hello" impacted radio stations on July 31, 2012 as the EP's second single, which debuted #89 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking their second single to chart in the US. So far, the single is currently peaking at #62 in the US. It is also charting in New Zealand, Australia and in many other countries.

Track listing

Standard edition
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Walking on the Moon "Amy Heidemann, Nick Noonan, Claude Kelly, John Webb, Jr.Jon Jon, Claude Kelly*3:33
2."Brokenhearted"Heidemann, Noonan, Kelly, Emily Wright, Elite, Henry Walter, John HillCirkut, Emily Wright3:47
3."I Told You So"Heidemann, Noonan, Webb, Jr.Jon Jon2:48
4."Too Many Fish"Heidemann, Noonan, Christopher Stewart, Rodney Richard, Sean McMillion, Ralph JeantyTricky Stewart, Don Vito*, The Exclusives*3:18
5."I'm Just Sayin'"Heidemann, Noonan, Webb, Jr.Jon Jon3:35
6."Coming Up Strong"Heidemann, Noonan, Kenneth CobySoundz3:38
7."Hello"Heidemann, Noonan, Kelly, M.S. Eriksen, T.E. Hermansen, A. RoweStargate3:57
Total length:24:36
iTunes bonus tracks
No.TitleLength
8."Brokenhearted" (Mixin Marc & Tony Svejda Club Remix)5:36
9."Brokenhearted" (Music Video)3:52

(*) Denotes co-producer

Sample credits

References

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  6. "Karmin To Release Debut Album in Early 2012". Monica Mania. Retrieved February 8, 2012.
  7. "Karmin Told Us So: Discussing 'HELLO' with Amy, Nick, and Epic Records".
  8. "Karmin talks SNL, covers, Hello, Brokenhearted – the Beatweek interview". BeatWeek. Retrieved February 8, 2012.
  9. Hello - Karmin | Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards | AllMusic
  10. Hello | Album Reviews | Rolling Stone
  11. Karmin greets fans with ‘Hello’ | Boston Herald
  12. CD REVIEW: Karmin, ‘Hello’ - The Boston Globe
  13. Karmin drops covers, finds success with album 'Hello' - latimes.com
  14. Hello | Album Reviews | Rolling Stone
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