THANK YOU to everyone that participated. It was really hard for our team to pick the winners due to so many incredible entry’s. And I’m not just saying that. There were at least 10 more videos that I would have loved to picked if we had more Pizza Party sauce. I’m humbled by all the time and energy you put into your projects, and we all really appreciate you submitting.

Dave Niehaus was not only the voice of the Seattle Mariners, he was the voice of my childhood. Some of my most prized memories, growing up as a kid, are accompanied with his voice narrating the moment. He was more than just another radio announcer. His on-air personality was so genuine, that you had a sense of who the man was and what he stood for, by simply listening to him call a game.

I understand that many people might not know Dave Niehaus. A large portion of my fan base either lives outside of the Northwest, are too young to have listened to him, or just not a fan of baseball. I get it. But I believe that as musicians, it’s our responsibility to pay homage to the people that made us who we are. For me, Niehaus was an imperative part of not only my upbringing, but of Seattle’s unique history and culture. From his signature “My oh my” catch phrase, to the heart and passion that exuded from the radio, his presence will be greatly missed in the Northwest. And for those of you outside of the area, hopefully you’ll listen and get a glimpse of not only a Town legend, but one of the greatest announcers to ever have ever called a game.

DOWNLOAD: Macklemore and Ryan Lewis – My Oh My.mp3

For those of you that aren’t familiar, I’d like to introduce you to Evan Roman. Some of you might know her from “Love Song” and “Contradiction” off my first album “The Language of my World.” She was an imperative and instrumental piece in my creative process while making the album, and sparked many of the concepts behind the best songs from the LP. She is an incredible singer who I’ve been blessed to work with, and only hope that we do many more songs in the future (next album?).

Her voice makes you feel. Not many musicians have that ability, and Evan is able to channel it in a way that has always impressed and inspired me. There is a genuine authenticity that comes through in her records, and the music that she’s making is only getting stronger. She has a new group called “Plum” and they just released a really fresh EP a couple weeks ago. I highly suggest that you go to itunes and pick it up. This is one of my favorite songs called “Salud.” If you enjoy it, please support and spread the word. She deserves it.

LISTEN: Salud

http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/plum/id404706979

Ladies and Gentleman,

As the 2010 year comes to an end, it’s time to look back, do a little reflecting, count our blessings and acknowledge the people that have made this year so damn filthy. And yep, that’s you people. From performing at the dusty Oregon Country Fair grounds, to selling out The Bowery Ballroom with The Blue Scholars in New York City, to rocking Irish Celebration for a chanting crowd in Boston, to numerous sweat induced nights of stage diving debauchery in our hometown of Seattle, this year has has had been filled with the type of moments I’ve always dreamed of as a musician. To travel around this country, playing the songs that we created in my parents basement (yep, moved back into the homestead for the making of VS.) and have people in other states sing those songs with you, is what I’ve always wanted to do with my life. To slowly watch that come to fruition in these last 12 months, has been one of the most remarkable, humbling and exciting transformations I’ve ever experienced in my time on this here planet.

To end the year off you supported, spread the word and then watched with us as the VS. Redux climbed it’s way up to #7 on the itunes Hip-Hop charts, next to Eminem and Kid Cudi. We had no idea that was even possible. And again, that was all because of you folks.


So, I got this idea the other day. You guys are always giving to us, right? Whether it’s coming out to the shows, hitting us up on Facebook/Twitter, buying something at the merch table, or telling others about our music, you are constantly helping us expand and grow. Seeing as how it’s the perfect time of year for giving, I figured we would show our fans the appreciation they deserve and end this year with a party. Check this out…

On December 29th we’re gonna have a Pizza Party for our fans. The people that have made our career what it is. And it’s gonna be awesome. Now, unfortunately as some of you might know, I’m not Oprah. We can’t invite everyone to the party. So, in the spirit of the holiday season, we’re gonna have a contest. We want you to make a video of yourself performing a Macklemore song. The quality of the video doesn’t matter. It can be shot with anything. All you gotta do is: Sing a song (doesn’t have to be the whole song, but at least a verse) film it, upload it to youtube and send it to macklemoreteam@gmail.com by December 22nd. It can be accapella, lip sync, you playing the song/singing it etc. Anything you want, but the MORE CREATIVE THE BETTER! If you can do it by yourself or up to 3 people. The top 15 submissions that we pick will get an invitation for themselves and one friend to hang out with Ryan Lewis and myself, eat some pizza, bump some cuts and just kick it. You people have made this year amazing beyond words, and now we want you to come help us celebrate.

Happy Holidays,


Ben