In collaboration with MSXII Sound Design and Carvin Guitars, world-class bassist Corny Mims releases "Bass Pack Volume One" for producers. Placing excellent musicianship into a package of 59 live bass loop performances, Mims brings the Funk for your creative inspiration in one digital download. His sound has been celebrated and requested in the studio by the likes of music legends such as Michael Jackson, Gladys Knight, Phil Collins, 2Pac and more.
Available in REX format and royalty-free, "Bass Pack Vol. One" showcases the unique performance talent of Corny Mims' on Carvin JB5000 and Vanquish Series Bass models.
Nod your head to a few competitors within the PRhyme "Courtesy" remix challenge, 5 outstanding submissions by producers selected by cratesofjr. Get ready for Royce & Preemo to debut on December 9 2014 here at iTunes!
Prize: One very lucky winner will receive the following prize pack from PRhyme: Song played on Premier radio show, Interviewed on Premier radio show, tweets from PRhyme congratulating winner, PRhyme gift package (Autographed CD, PRhyme hoodie and autographed poster), 2 VIP tickets to PRhyme US Tour (travel and hotel not included), and perform verse live with PRhyme during a stop on their PRhyme Tour.
Rules: Contest says to "submit your best verse", so it might just be for vocalists.
Remix Parts and Submission Method: The acapella and instrumental can be downloaded from the remix contest on HotNewHipHop. Completed remixes should be submitted to this SoundCloud group.
On "Big Tail Fins" composer Lee Blaske creates a lush, retro cocktail lounge style of music in the vein of greats such as Mancini and David Rose. With the lovely voice of Maria Jette singing the soprano solo, this composition delivers a combination of soothing mood, excitement and intrigue all in one as swinging Jazz rhythm and vocals give way to intense string passages.
Shawn Christie (guitar), Ben Cuyler (drums), Brian Fitzy (electric violin), and Anil Veeraraj (keyboards & left-hand bass) gathered for two evenings to perform a number of holiday tunes live in the studio.
Arranged, produced, and performed by the Brian Fitzy Quartet.
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Brian Fitzy.
Shawn Christie (guitar)
Ben Cuyler (drums)
Brian Fitzy (electric violin)
Anil Veeraraj (keyboards and left-hand bass)
#RIPBigPun This Christmas will be a treat for a BIG PUN fan's as Deranged Music is releasing a new EP produced by Domingo called "BIG PUNISHER - BRONX LEGENDS NEVER DIE" featuring Chris Rivers, Cormega, Shaq & Easy Mo Bee!! DEC.23RD 2014!!!
Spotted at 238Beats
Songwriter Jeff Barry chats with Simon and Brian about the writing of his many hits, including ‘Tell Laura I Love Her’, ‘Leader of the Pack’, ‘Chapel of Love’, ‘Then He Kissed Me’, ‘Be My Baby’, ‘Da Doo Ron Ron’, ‘Doo Wah Diddy Diddy’, ‘River Deep – Mountain High’, ‘Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)’, ‘Iko Iko’ and ‘Sugar Sugar’. Jeff also discusses his work with Brill Building collaborators like Ellie Greenwich and Phil Spector.
Download/Stream - Hall Of Fame Songwriter Jeff Barry Interviews in 2014 With Sodajerker
The dream Detroit team of Phat Kat, eLZhi and Guilty Simpson is mean as the demonstrate why they are still to be respected as lyricists on "All Madden". Beware as them things get 'ta clappin' in the dangerous video and first single taken from Kat's album “Rededication to the Suckas” coming soon.
"Peppermint Jam Records is pleased to announce that the dynamic duo COOL MILLION are back with a killer song featuring no one other than MARC EVANS the man with one of the industry biggest vocals.
The song 'Dontcha Wanna Dance' has that classic Cool Million feel, topped with power full horns and rides on a catchy groove – all set for dance floors across the globe.
Marc Evans is no newcomer on the soul circuit, many of his songs has been crossed over from house to the soul scene – because he is by heart a soul singer. And this new song alongside Cool Million will once again prove that Marc is a gem when it comes to vocal performance of highest high.
Marc A. Evans, a native Baltimorean, was born into music. Yet amazingly, this son of a vocalist and jazz saxophonist didn't discover his own music until his late teens. Finally, as a student at Morgan State University, under the tutelage of Dr. Nathan Carter, Evans began nurturing a love for music. Out of that nurturing arises one of the most sultry, smokey baritones ever. That smooth voice meshed with passionate delivery sets Evans apart from the rest as one of the most talented vocalists of the millennium.
Cool Million KNOW about music. They are not following trends, jumping on bandwagons or even trying to create a trend. These gentleman are simply creating real music with real feeling and doing so with all the knowledge, love and respect for what we can affectionately call the groove!
Although attempts to work with Evans has been made earlier It have not been possible to hook up until now says Cool Million (Rob Hardt & Frank Ryle), we are extremely happy and grateful to be able to release this song with Marc as our first single of the coming album (No Ordinary Music).
The song perfectly reflect what Cool million is about and we do believe this is a very strong first single. We certainly look forward to our fans reaction – but we are confident that people will embrace ‘Dontcha Wanna Dance' with same enthusiasm as our previously work.
The single ‘Dontcha Wanna Dance' comes with remixes from; Julius Papp, Morten Trust and riCkY InCh."
'Taking Soul Music Back To The Future', Cool Million
Sed Soul Records – Peppermint Jam Records
Sadly Mecca:83 has decided to hang up his MPC for good. Read about it here: bit.ly/11ARQTv
With that news out of the way, join us for a 24-track celebration of his music featuring exclusive new tracks with Jneiro Jarel, Tom Misch and Byron The Aquarius as well as the 'best bits' from his numerous solo releases, group projects and production/remix work over the years. Some old, some new and a few previously vinyl-only joints...all distinctively soulful in construction.
"If there's a running theme through all the music i've done, it's positivity: i've always tried to make music that makes people feel good. I've never really been about dark music. If people remember anything about my music I hope it's that" - Mecca:83, December 2014
In 2014, De La Soul and Chuck D are the ones left to lead the people through hard times using the power of Hip Hop to their advantage. "The People" entertains while tapping into the essence of the culture as a well-needed voice of education and support especially for those in need. With their hearts heavy and eyes upon many of the unfortunate circumstances going on within society, De La and Chuck let their emotions breed positivity and encouragement through beats and rhymes for "The People".
With emerging producers with credits in working with Inspectah Deck, Joell Ortiz, G-Unit and more, BeatStars presents a special beat sale for MCs everywhere. This music community is set to birth stars in 2014 and beyond while providing emerging artists the unique opportunity to work with a high standard of production talent for affordable prices.
MCs, enjoy a playlist of beats on sale for this special event in addition to other great ones at regular price and visit BeatStars.com to listen/purchase more beats on sale.
"First track from our new breakbeat LP, Diggin' In A Colemine. This project has been a couple of years in the making, but we couldn't be happier with the results. Half open drum breakbeats, half funky instrumentals from the Tee See Connection. Featuring breakbeats from Monophonics, Jungle Fire, Soulive, The Jive Turkeys, Los Sosepechos, and The On The Spot Trio. All new breaks ready to be chopped up." - Colemine Records
If your unfamiliar with Colemine's great catalog of Funk and Soul, preview 100 titles from the label and order your copy of Diggin' In A Colemine below at Juno.
"Tears for Fears' biggest-selling album, Songs from the Big Chair is now available in its most spectacular format. This six disc edition of the album includes newly remastered versions of classics songs like 'Everybody Wants To Rule the World,' 'Mother's Talk,' 'Shout' and 'Head over Heels,' plus a multitude of remixes and B-sides, plus a disc of nine previously unreleased tracks and a 5.1 surround sound version of the album mixed by renowned musician and audio engineer Steven Wilson. Tears for Fears' phenomenal 10-million-selling second album marked a transition in the band's sound and catapulted them into international prominence and this set is a must for fans of the band and music in general."
Enjoy the album stream of this 80's classic by Tears For Fears which includes live performance recordings, remixes and alternate versions. Purchase your copy of Songs From The Big Chair (Super Deluxe Edition) [4CD + 2DVD] here at Amazon.
The smooth sound of an R&B/Pop collaboration by producer/keyboardist Peter Bennborn envisions romance to a tone of songwriting reminiscent of 80's Deon Estus, The System and George Michael on the romantic "Blue Passion".
"Blue Passion: "A man and a woman staring out in the moonlit blue darkness, on the deck overlooking the ocean, the party behind them. They haven't spoken, hardly glanced at each other but they know the night belongs to them."
Alas, the somewhat naively, youthful vision I had, making this track many years ago; giving Yann the opportunity to go make some great lyrics, Rudi to bring his jazzy side, Daniele to do his funk and introducing a new collaborative super combo; Manuel Muzzu on bass and Manuel Muzzu on drums - you really bring it.
Enjoy a naive romantic dream together with us ;-)!" - Peter Bennborn
Music: Peter Bennborn
Lyrics: Yann Vienne
Vocals: Rudi Lockefeir (@ruud-lockefeir)
Guitars: Daniele Turani (@danieleturani)
Bass: Manuel Muzzu (@manuel-muzzu)
Drums: Manuel Muzzu (@manuel-muzzu)
Keys/Synths: Peter Bennborn
Mixed & Mastered: Peter Bennborn
"We are the change we seek to see, first thing we need is unity, we should not care what one believes, we should just all want to be free."
This is the bonus track for The Awakening released in Japan through P-Vine in September. I feel like the message of this record is need more than ever now. Time to put differences aside and band together before it's too late." - Daniel Crawford
20 years since their debut, The Wu still bring the ruckus to your airwaves as shown with the raw energy and distinctive posse cut style of "B-Minor". In 2014 the crew rock out on the David Letterman show to a live band re-recording of the song and in 1993 RZA leads an interview with Billy Jam on KUSF San Francisco.
uMaNg "The Black Rose Certificate" (entirely produced by B.B.Z. Darney), available NOW (CD/2LP/cassette/digital) on Ill Adrenaline Records.
uMaNg - The Black Rose Certificate - Vinyl LP Record
Press release by Ill Adrenaline:
"With two full-length albums already under their belts that garnered them buzz in the underground ("Lasting Impressions" & "The Revisited"), New Jersey originated emcee uMaNg, reunites with Swedish producer B.B.Z. Darney ("The Boom Bappin' Zombie"), to complete their trilogy of albums with their label debut on Ill Adrenaline Records entitled, "The Black Rose Certificate."
Shortly after inking a deal with the label, the next eight months would find uMaNg & B.B.Z. embarking on a musical journey that would result in their most personal & brutally honest record to date. The title "The Black Rose Certificate", while a representation of many a symbolism, reflects the duo's state of mind, the hand they've been dealt as typecasts in society. Since being impossible to produce a "black rose" also stands for purest devotion. A kind of devotion that uMaNg & B.B.Z. put forth in their respected crafts.
Over the course of 14 tracks, the duo sonically stick to their traditional "boom-bap" roots, whilst also bringing sounds that range from "darker" to "aggressive", to even more "melancholic". The production B.B.Z. Darney showcases is heavier, more conceptual than previous releases. uMaNg has been notable throughout his career for being a clever & witty, punchline heavy emcee. While staying true to his stylings on the mic, he gets deeper & more transparent than past albums have suggested. For every braggadocious track, there is another where the Jersey emcee bares his soul through the pen, opening up about past discretions, family HIStory, amongst other topics on the emcee's mind. Also unlike "Lasting Impressions" & "The Revisited", that found the duo being the lone contributors to their works alongside the legendary DJ Grazzhoppa, they now bring along with them close collaborators as well as in-label artists. The album features tracks from the likes of Brick City veteran and close Artifacts affiliate Beneficence, Purpose of the Tragic Allies camp, close friends HexOne & Tek-nition of the critically acclaimed duo Epidemic, and Hashfinger to lend their talents and further enhance the album's disposition."
Spittin' for the humble in the struggle, Shad steps inside the belly of the beast to address a part of society who is on edge on "Hang On". When the system seems it's taking your hope away, let the struggle motivate and come up with something dope to say like this talented and creative wordsmith from Canada!
Australian producer P.R. strikes a cool balance between the raw boom-bap essence of the 90's and a musically-progressive approach to beats on "The Instrumentals". Although the title may sound simple, best believe the instrumentals are the opposite as P lets his imagination flow with enticing layers of chords and harmony driven by heavy drums and pleasant jazz-inspired loops. If your a fan of Hieroglyphics' early 90's music, enjoy the sound revived and elevated musically.
More from P.R.
Introspection: cultclassicrecords.bandcamp.com/album/introspection-ep
Moment In Time: cultclassicrecords.bandcamp.com/album/moment-in-time
Hear two talented wordsmiths kick the truth about life and a common wish which many adults seem to share.
Side A
Prolific rhymewriter Wordsworth joins forces with German producer Monowax for this conceptual work depicting the inevitability for inner city youth to become victims of this ruthless system. Hex One, an MC from the rap duo Epidemic, also lends his talents to add the missing puzzle piece to this timeless track.
Side B
An emotional purge in rhyme form, Epidemic's Hex One pours out some of his most intimate lyrics to date, detailing the ability for music to be a therapeutic tool to relieve pain and stress.
“Droppin' Science djs Matman & Daredevil drop their final show of the year, going out all guns blazing with another killer show of ultra-fresh new hip hop, mixed with the skills of 2 UK DMC/ITF champion djs.
This month features new music from Nas, Mobb Deep, Wu Tang Clan, Jehst x Strange U, Quiet Dawn ft. Oddisee, Black Milk, DJ Premier, Royce Da 5'9, Slaughterhouse, Flying Lotus, DOOM, Run The Jewels, Jon Phonics, Roc Marciano, Junia-T, Black Thought, Joey Bada$$, L'Orange, Jake One, Statik Selektah, Earl Sweatshirt, AZ, Ghostface Killah, GZA, Blu, J-Rocc & M.E.D., Hus Kingpin, Smoovth and more!
Download here: https://www.mediafire.com/?b47mj4k2cv...
From orchestral to Rock, piano solo and Folk, 5 emerging talents add their personality and musical vision to the powerful film music of Seal's "Kiss From A Rose". Enjoy the range of emotion and style as each pour their soul into inspiring songwriting.
After a 16 year hiatus, the soulful trio discovered by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis named SOLO return to music with a new album. Learn more about the mission of these talented hitmakers above and join the campaign for the release of "3.0 Rebooted" here at pledgemusic.com where they have many treats and surprises of R&B music awaiting!
Classic Soul becomes modern as Cookie Rabinowitz expresses exuberance and joy in his own way on a revisit of "Happy". Opening with a Marvin Gaye-inspired approach to music, this Philly native hops on vocals and transforms the tone of Pharrell's song. Experience a new definition of emotion as Cookie's electro-Soul carries a vibe of inner-city blues.
Two definitive sounds unite as one in 2014 thanks to jazz re:freshed who feature a duet between British broken beats/nu-jazz artist Kaidi Tatham and multi-woodwind Jazz legend Bennie Maupin. This feature performance which shows the transcendence of musicby two great minds is an introduction to the multitude of flavor you are soon to gain from the taste making of jazz re:freshed.
The non-stop excitement and future groove of Jazz Re:Fest highlights a new generation of trendsetters within Nu Jazz, Jazz Fusion, Electronica and Soul, featuring tracks from Andrew Ashong & Theo Parrish, Omar, Andrew Ashong, Antonio Adolfo, Brazil & Brazuka, Diggs Duke and more.
Behold the beauty of musicians who pay tribute to their belief in love and the Lord with moving vocal performances and songwriting. Rey Lizardo delivers a smooth Gospel R&b jam which is reminiscent of a classic Atlantic Starr song while Leonard Pay and his wife perform an acoustic set.
Hailing from London England, Livin' Proof Music turn up with Trap music energy for their remixes of Jay-Z's "Can I Get A" and 50's "What Up Gangsta". This emerging crew understand the essence of a NY club banger and add their own flair to these classics by transforming and modernizing the groove. Visit Livin' Proof on Soundcloud for more Hip Hop and R&B remixes!
Word to the nutcracker, Lil' Dap & Melachi The Group Home represent the low budget environment. Check out their energetic and youthful spirit in '95 as promising newcomers of the Gangstarr Foundation. For their 1995 debut "Livin' Proof", watch as the duo kick it with Joe Clair on Rap City. Dap & Melachi introduce the LP as they speak their clout about the meaning behind their movement. It's clear from this interview that The Group Home are on a mission to be not just another underground act repping the hood. The Group Home were determined to become bonafide supastars in their own right.
The deluxe edition of "Livin' Proof" with instrumentals by Group Home available here at Colored Vinyl Records.
Witness the futuristic sounds in Jazz/Soul as Extra Medium unites with Buscrates, Miles Bonny, Farnell Newtown & Sam Champ come with some fantastic interpretations of two classic tunes by Donald Byrd and Freddie Hubbard!
Purchase your copy of "Onward 'Til Morning" / "Red Clay" on 7" vinyl here at Juno.
2014 shows a resurgence of Lone Catalyst MC J. Sands on a tribute to the Hip Hop DJ and the Viper Records debut of Hasan Salaam who uses music as his weapon. Hear the thoughts about current life from each MC who reflect upon the responsibilities before them and the culture in a brave new world along with new music and live representation on the mic, live from The Halftime Show with DJ Eclipse.
Download/Stream - J. Sands Of Lone Catalysts & Hasan Salaam Visit The Halftime Radio Show
From Natural Resources "Bum Deal" to DJ Spinna-produced duo I.G. Off & Hazadous and more gems that still capture the hearts of many Hip Hop fans despite being under the radar, :unkone brings vinyl from his crates to capture a golden era of independent Hip Hop.
John Carpenter has been responsible for much of the horror genre’s most striking soundtrack work in the fifteen movies he’s both directed and scored. The themes can instantly flood his fans’ musical memory with imagery of a menacing shape stalking a babysitter, a relentless wall of ghost-filled fog, lightning-fisted kung fu fighters, or a mirror holding the gateway to hell. The all-new music on Lost Themes asks Carpenter’s acolytes to visualize their own nightmares.
“Lost Themes was all about having fun,” Carpenter says. “It can be both great and bad to score over images, which is what I’m used to. Here there were no pressures. No actors asking me what they’re supposed to do. No crew waiting. No cutting room to go to. No release pending. It’s just fun. And I couldn’t have a better set-up at my house, where I depended on (collaborators) Cody (Carpenter, of the band Ludrium) and Daniel (Davies, who wrote the songs for I, Frankenstein) to bring me ideas as we began improvising. The plan was to make my music more complete and fuller, because we had unlimited tracks. I wasn’t dealing with just analogue anymore. It’s a brand new world. And there was nothing in any of our heads when we started other than to make it moody.”
As is Carpenter’s style, repetition is the key to the thundering power of these tracks, their energy swirling with shredding chords, soaring organs, unnerving pianos and captivating percussion. Horror fans will be reminded of Carpenter’s past works, as well as ancestors like Mike Oldfeld’s Tubular Bells and Goblin’s Suspiria.
“They’re little moments of score from movies made in our imaginations,” Carpenter says.“Now I hope it inspires people to create films that could be scored with this music.” - Sacred Bones Records
Demonstrating an appreciation of the art, consciousness and culture, The Jungle Brothers demonstrate making you move your butt to knowledge and messages of positivity 28 years into Hip Hop. Joined by Kool DJ Red Alert, Dres of Black Sheep and De La Soul watch as they perform at New York's SOB's club in 2014 and interview backstage about the journey of Native Tongues and The JB's from past to present and how their form of self expression still plays a role as a knife which cuts through negativity with positivity and fun.
The soulful assembly of Detroit drummer and producer Brandon Williams boasts the ability of leading musical talent who gather to deliver freedom for the mind body and soul on "XII". The soothing lead single "Now I Know" featuring Robert Glasper and Jesse Boykins sets the tone for an album which builds upon the foundation of R&B/Soul as musicians explore creatively and spiritually connect within themselves and the listener. Hear love translated into song powerfully as each song visualizes notions of love and happiness to draw you into the dream which Brandon creates.
Ain't nothin' but a party as Juno What?! ignite the dance floor with their latest LP "Stranger", a vocoder-laced, synth-driven electro-Funk jam in the vein of 80's greats such as Cameo, Zapp, Flyte Tyme and Prince.
Bio:
"Juno What?! is a shameless dance party based in the music mecca of Denver, CO. This three-piece powerhouse delivers a deeply satisfying mix of live electro-funk and high-energy disco booty jams. The band formed in 2008 as an outlet for Joey Porter's organic-meets-electronic dance compositions and since then has released three independent albums (Late Night, Shameless, and Late Night Live). Touring regularly since 2009, JW?! has shared the stage with funk luminaries The Ohio Players, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, The Pimps of Joytime, Lettuce, and Bernie Worrell. Juno What?! audiences are treated to a band that appreciates both the classic pedigree of vintage vinyl dance cuts as well as futuristic sternum-bumping anthems."
Members: Joey Porter: Keyboards and Talkbox Garrett Sayers: Bass, Synth Bass Dan Schwindt: Guitar Tyrone Hendrix: Drums
Genre: Funk/Dance/Live Electronic
Hometown: Denver, CO
http://www.junowhat.net/
Straight out of a parallel universe, from the planet ANST short for AINT NO STOPPIN THIS,
Please welcome THE BRASS OPERATOR and the extraterrestrial,
Funk Philosopher- Groove Physicists,
FUNKADOPHILUS (otherwise known as Swedish talkbox Funk musician Temu)!
All music, vocals and mix by Temu Bacot
Horns by: Lars "The Brass Operator" Vissing
Mastering by: Jonathan Ojeda at bREAK THE NORM
Artwork by: @SeeRue
Featuring soulful lead vocals and a full horn section, Ruby Velle & the Soulphonics make earthy old-school '50s and '60s-style R&B. Enjoy their uplifting presence in two new singles for 2014 and download "Tried On A Smile" and "Can't We Pretend" here at iTunes.
Knee-deep in the streets, Magestic Gage uses his art of rhyme to weave a dramatic story from the point of view of an overseer observing the destruction of mislead ghetto youth. "Lost Future" leads the listener down the life journey of the oppressed with vivid images combined with reasoning behind the situation as Gage searches for the why behind the ongoing struggle of inner-city America.
Coming from the tongue-twisting and fast-paced rhyming style of the early 90's, Soul Intent come with funky loops, creative storytelling and comedic personas driven by sharp mic skills. With an entertaining package of humor and desire to rip people apart on the mic, this Detroit crew show great potential and would eventually birth one of Hip Hop's most talented wordsmiths as demonstrated in the 2014 Shady CXVPHER below.
Visit Bassmint's Soundcloud for more demos!
About Basmint:
"Bassmint Productions, later known as Soul Intent, was an American record label and hip hop group formed by Detroit brothers Jeff & Mark Bass. As Bassmint Productions didn't have enough money for studio time, they started their own label that only lasted from 1988 to 1995. Bassmint Productions consisted of rappers Eminem (M&M), Proof, Chaos Kid, Mannix and DJ Buttafingas, and the group released several demo tapes, including Steppin' onto the Scene, Still in the Bassmint and Soul Intent. On the 5th of October 2011 rapper Chaos Kid was found dead after committing suicide in the early hours of the morning, it was reported that he had struggled with mental illness for many years before his eventual suicide."
Check out a cinematic street vision and portrayal of the MC as a lethal weapon as MC Rhythm and his DJ Flynt become a duo of Hip Hop assassins. Plenty of rawness, witty wordplay and street dweller persona common of the early 90's to be heard on these demos. The Pittsburgh PA duo craft songs with the hood, an appetite for destruction and guns as the foundation for their dark and cinematic vision.
From commercials, interviews from individual members past and present plus classic videos, this collector brings an N.W.A. experience like none other! Enjoy some of the rarest of his collection from the golden era of this legendary West Coast group above and visit MCREN2001 on YouTube for more footage, including Death Row memories, talk show appearances and 80's West Coast Hip Hop nostalgia.
Vocalist Avery*Sunshine is living to love and loving life and delivers soulful music that is bound to brighten your day on her 2014 album "The SunRoom". Listen as she visits The UK for an interview with Solar Radio in between an outstanding selection of modern R&B/Soul.
"The Soul of Designer Records is a treasure trove of lost gospel and soul music from the Memphis-based Designer Records label. The new four-CD set contains 101 songs from the small label, most of which were recorded between 1967 and 1977. This was the peak of the "Memphis sound," as exemplified by such artists as Booker T., Al Green, and the Staple Singers, and those influences are evident throughout the set. While the lyrics to these songs profess a faith eternal, the music suggests even more." - seattlepi.com
Nod your head to the smooth electronic sound of Columbia Nights and Dali, two groups who are taking fusion to new and exciting directions while setting pleasant listening moods. "Heartbeat" remixed by Columbia Nights sets a tone of escapism as music to drive by.
Download "Fine Young Man" Remixes EP here
ABout Dali:
Dali represents a special collaborative moment in time, captured in aural form, between Record Breakin's own "lil'dave and vocalist Lisa Preston (aka LP).
Lil'dave is a Philadelphia-based audio tastemaker who has made a name for himself by exposing people to soulful music in all it's forms. As a DJ, he can easily whip the most mainstream crowd into a frenzy, but he is at his best when he digs deep into his crates for funky grooves, broken boogie, and thumping bass. When it comes to making music, lil'dave's productions draw from his hiphop roots, as well as his love of house, afrobeat, uk garage, salsa, jazz, synthesizers, and soul. He has released music as lil'dave, Illvibe Collective, and under his electronic alias, Osage.
Lisa Preston (aka LP) hails from New Zealand and is part of the extended Record Breakin' family, through her collaborations with Sir Froderick and Dotmatic. She first came to the attention of Record Breakin through her collaboration with UK producer K15 and the release of their ep "A New Path".
Life breathes through music as vocalist Integriti Reeves tells a story of a young girl becoming a strong woman and how both are a gift of humanity. With a spiritual and conscious approach of Jazz, "Daughters" reflects the gentle and beautiful nature of little girls. Witness the power of a grown woman in one as Integriti soothes vocally in her powerful expression of life. The thought-provoking art of humanity in music from this dynamic vocal powerhouse is one to behold. Integriti has performed with many renowned contemporary jazz and pop artists including Herbie Hancock, Ernie Andrews, Geri Allan, Eperanza Spaulding, Stevie Wonder, Terri Lyne Carrington, Liz Wright and Patrice Rushen.
www.integritireeves.com
"Bob James Breakbeat classic "Take Me To The Mardi Gras" has long been a staple in many DJ and Producers catalog for decades. Though initially made famous as the back bone to Run DMC's "Peter Piper" the cut's lineage with Hip Hop goes all the way back to the Park Jams of 70s. From its unmistakable drum roll to the signature bells, "Take Me to the Mardi Gras" is undeniably one of the most famous and recognized breaks. Over the years producers such as Rick Rubin, Mantronix, Pete Rock and RZA have all used "Take Me To The Mardi Gras" always showcasing the songs monster musicianship.
Now available for the first time since its release, Get on Down brings "Take Me to the Mardi Gras" back on 7" with the Original (and Rare) Italian Version of song. Side A features the Italian Version of "Take Me to the Mardi Gras" which has a tad bit more panning on the left so the drums will play louder. Side B features the Undercover Brother Edit which takes the break of the song and edits it to masterful perfection. This is essential for any DJ or collector!"
Enjoy a special Get On Down mix by J Rocc and get your copy of Bob James: Take Me To The Mardi Gras (Original Italian Version)/ Take Me To The Mardi Gras (UB Edit) Splatter Vinyl Re-Issue here at UGHH.
Welcome to the vision of multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer Stephan Oberhoff who creates a unique world of beauty within each song he creates using the musical foundations of Jazz and Latin America. As he opens your imagination and heart with each composition, enjoy an exciting journey as this California musician expresses the feeling of a joyful spirit using outstanding talent and the influences of Afro/Latin culture.
In 2014, Staten Island ain't the same and it shows as Ghost approaches the mic as serious as ever with authentic hood imagery for "36 Seasons". This new Hip Hop thriller is presented to you by the legendary Tommy Boy Records, featuring guest appearances by none other than mic heavyweights AZ and Kool G Rap who add to Ghost's cinematic street storytelling.
Enjoy the Amerigo Gazaway remix of "Mighty Healthy" and the album sampler as Ghost sets the mood for a dark and cold winter season for the release of "36 Seasons" in December.
Whether your looking to use his outstanding drum sounds or nod your head to a next-level sound of the streets sought after by NYC's elite, Beat Butcha provides heat for your plate on the "Protein Drum Kit Vol. 4". Enjoy the preview of this kit as Beat Butcha show the potential of his drum sounds in 10 minutes of sinister-sounding beats.
Get a look into the musical life and tastes of renowned DJs, MCs and producers in the Just One Record interview series. This French show selects from veterans and emerging trendsetters for an insightful discussion which encourages each artist to reflect on their musical memories within about 3 minutes each. Enjoy 2014 interviews with established spinners such as DJ Premier, Pete Rock, Rich Medina and Bobbito while also hearing from new-school producers such as Eric Lau, Freddie Joachim and Dandy Teru plus MCs Guilty Simpson, Blu, Hannibal Stax, Fashawn and more.
Enjoy a playlist of recent music from artists featured in this interview series below.
DJ Premier gets immortalized in the streets of France and Germany in two elaborate works of street art in Europe. That ol' boom-bap hits aggressively in 2014, but in visual form as Preemo's beats inspire these moments of visual creativity. If you've been fiending for more Biggie/Preem collabos, the dynamic duo connect on a remix blend mixtape by Jimmy Green. B.I.G. sounds right at home on these beats.
More European street art here and here
Dutch producer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and performer Jasper Wijnands AKA Shook is set to release second album 'Spectrum'. This album explores his multi-facetted synthesizer sound, combining modern day production technology with musical elements and compositions stemming from the '70s and '80s.
First single 'Violet Hues' is riddled with a boatload of both modern and classic synth-sounds and accompanied by smooth vocals, characterized by the vintage Shook-sound, but with a more developed musical pallet. Ransom Note coined it "Think Blonde Redhead mixed by Johnny Jewel...One of the best tracks of the year".
On latest single 'New Horizons', Harder Blogger Faster describes Shook "on imperious form as he weaves delicate live instrumentation against fretting guitars and doughty basslines for a seriously laid-back slice of warm disco".
His ability to blend his skills as a pure instrumentalist, as well as a university schooled producer, into a modern, popular sound, are the main ingredients for his current success. Playing classical compositions from the likes of Khachaturian and Bach in school, and practicing work from Antonio Carlos Jobim and Chick Corea in his free time, he gradually developed his own unique skillset, combining elements of classical, jazz, latin, soul, and funk. The characteristic sound partially originates from his use of historically renowned analog synthesizers, with every part recorded live in his home studio in the Netherlands.
Get down to the sounds as French Hip Hop crew utilize modern Funk and smoothness to re-envision a Soul classic. Aelpéacha ft. Dogg Master, ESPE and SOB keep it gangsta with their G-Funk reworking of The Floaters'"Float On". Enjoy more treats which explore new musical direction and nostalgia within Hip Hop from the 2014 album "STC à VIE".
Get your Golden Era Hip Hop fix by one of the best suppliers of reissues and shelved Hip Hop releases yet, Dope Folks Records! This Fall/Winter 2014 drop includes music from Young Zee of The Outsidaz, late 80's West Coast flavor by Mac-10 and more of that addictive Hip Hop which Dope Folks is known for reviving.
"This is how it sounds when thoughts interactin'" as DistantStarr taps into the perspective of the everyday Hip Hop listener with the vivid and soulful sound of "The Vibe EP". DistantStarr's first solo vinyl release in association with My First Moth Records is a progressive and skillful approach of Hip Hop which features lyrical contributions from Blu, Hudson Mohawke with neck-snapping production by Mecca:83 and Buscrates 16-bit Ensemble. Witness the sound of a crew who definitely strive to set their own vibe of beats and rhymes pairing traditional skill with a futuristic approach.
Release date is scheduled for 17th November, with the 12" release limited to just 300 copies. Make sure you get one early!
Get your copy and hear more songs from "The Vibe EP" here at Juno
All tracks written & performed by DistantStarr
Feste produced by Hudson Mohawke
A Litte Starr produced by Buscrates 16-bit Ensemble
Feeling Like produced by Mecca:83 x Buscrates
Smooth & Laminated Looseleafs produced by DistantStarr
Buttafly produced by Hudson Mohawke
Blu appears courtesy of New World Color
Cover Art by Mecca:83
It's her turn to take a stand to voice her desires of love, embrace her fears and challenges as singer/songwriter Lydia Rene explores herself on her debut LP "Vintage Heart". Dance and reflect upon the beauty of life as this emerging talent presents powerful songwriting which speaks upon "All of the ups and downs we all go through searching for that real, true love.".
As beats and rhymes connect, Skyzoo & Kriswontwo each display ambitious drive towards the creativity of Hip Hop and their desire for life on "Achievements". This futuristic sound is courtesy of producer Kriswontwo who's debut album will be out in 2015 on Someothaship! More info @ www.facebook.com/kriswontwo
Sparked by shooting death of Michael Brown in Ferguson Missouri, singer Carleen Anderson and keyboardist producer Ahmed Sirour each express feelings of mourning, reflection and social consciousness through music. "Grains of Dust" composed, written and sung by Carleen for the Welsh National Opera is a powerful voice of hope and frredom which is driven by inspiring and uplifting African music, featuring the percussive instruments by Crispin Luke Robinson.
Ahmed Sirour's somber mood on "BLACK REQUIEM (Cristo Redentor)" borrows inspiration from the late/great Donald Byrd's Jazz classic "Cristo Redentor" (from 1963). This new subtle rendition is a great fit to project many feelings which he and others have inside as they reflect upon the past and present social problems of America.
The iconic Jody Watley Takes It Out On The Groove in a 2014 interview, discussing her new album, ‘PARADISE’ and sharing some of her vast musical knowledge. Be sure to support her music, (available at iTunes, Amazon, Google Play) and head over to JodyWatley.net for her blog, merchandise, and tour info!
Let the cinematic moods of composers Giuseppe De Luca, Carlos Pes & I MARC 4 take you for a ride on 3 reissues by Italian label SONAR. With soundtracks rich in mood and imagination ranging from dark and ominous, jazz and mellow to groovy Funk, each album offers a look into the moving sound which many European composers during the 1970s remain admired for. Enjoy the streams and hear what the label has to say about each project below:
Peppino De Luca / I MARC 4
Originally released on 'cult' Pegaso promotional label, "THE MAN WITH ICY EYES" soundtrack was pressed on very few copies like all Pegaso editions 'out of commerce', becoming a truly sought-after gem among Record Collectors of the genre. Trombonist and arranger Giuseppe De Luca, who died shortly after, wrote this magnificent score in 1971, ripping off the main theme from "Lady In Cement" by Hugo Montenegro from the same year. The high music in here is played by the MARC 4 (Maurizio Majorana on bass, Carlo Pes on guitar, Antonello Vannucchi organ) feat. Giuseppe De Luca at trumpet and Vincenzo Restuccia at drums. Magnificent vocals by the best scatting queen Edda Dell'Orso and chorus by I Cantori Moderni Di Alessandroni. KILLER!
Carlo Pes - UN UOMO DALLA PELLE DURA
Crazy RARE in demand soundtrack LP originally released on the highly sought-after promotional label "PEGASO" Edizioni Musicali. Music by Maestro Carlo Pes here, the "C" guitarist from the infamous quartet I MARC 4 which also probably plays on this session. The amazing Jazz-Funk track "Tough Guy" is the main theme of the record and it's delivered in 3 different versions. Crazy tunes like the tensed dramatic "Morte di un Hippie", the great Lounge track "Relaxing in New Mexico" with nice Hammond improvisations, guitar and flute, and "Murder On The Set", fantastic cinematic Score; Bossa-Jazz on "Joinin' the Swimming Pool" with some nice piano among the others. Top record, not to be missed!
I MARC 4 - G.L.P. 1004
We're glad to announce the reissue of this gem by the Library 'cult' group I MARC 4. ORIGINALLY RELEASED Oct 1970 on NELSON RECORDS label, cat#. GLP 1004, Italy. Ed. "Scogliera". Probably the toughest and most Psychedelic Nelson volume by the Marc 4. Killer blend of Downtempo Funk, atmospherics, and Lounge Bossa/Cocktail. Contains fantastic tracks as "Distorsion-Mind" and "The Trip", heavy Psych with screaming organ, and "Compression", mellow laid back acoustic guitar with the fat raw Drums Break plus other rare and raw tracks with sounds samples and loops. Great sessions!
Breakbeats & Rhymes radio deliver skills, history and entertainment in the form of Hip Hop with New York's own Koncept of Brown Bag All Stars, Ice Rocks of DXA & Agallah who perform and interview about their latest projects. Each of these artists have the type of admirable quality of Hip Hop as unique talents who dwell on the underground with their crews and are recognized for contributing a remarkable space of creativity within the culture.
This Fall 2014 episode of BB&R kicks off with a set of great 90's Hip Hop and moves into current releases and famous breakbeats, all which are cut up and blended with precision by Rebels To The Grain for a seamless listen to satisfy your ear for a traditional underground Hip Hop radio format. Tune in to one of the best college radio shows to look out for in 2014 and beyond.
Download/Stream - Koncept of BBAS & Ice Rocks of DXA Visit Breakbeats & Rhymes Radio (Full 3-Hour Episode)
In working with a range of Hip Hop artists for production and sample replays, musicians G Koop and O-Man have their own insight into beat culture and provide gems on their vintage synth-based recreation of the classic "Switched On Bach" by Wendy Carlos. This prelude has been re-intrepreted on the classic Juno 106 synth and is rounded out with Fender Jazz Bass. At 70 BPM this kit has everything from staccato glitches to smooth leads and is ready to chop and flip.
Instruments which G and O use for their replay of "Switched On Bach" include Juno 106 basses and leads, Fender Jazz Bass, (8 separated tracks total).
Enjoy the trailer which brings you straight into the duo's studio where they demonstrate the sinister sound of this project. Below is an example of a beat using the sounds from this kit.
DOWNLOAD SWITCHED ON BACH BY SAMPLE REPLAY SOCIETY HERE
Holocaust Sunz cross the line and cock the nine with a militant approach and talent for storytelling in Hip Hop on "To Kill a Prophet". This cinematic tale which merges religious and street imagery in the vein of Sunz Of Man and Killarmy comes from the full-length LP "Black Sunday".
The Hip-Hop Fellow is a 78 minute documentary following Grammy Award winning producer 9th Wonder's tenure at Harvard University as he teaches 'The Standards of Hip-Hop' course, conducts research for his thesis and explores hip-hop's history, culture and role in academia. The film centers on the emerging significance of incorporating hip-hop studies into the academy and spotlights the scholars and musicians at the forefront of preserving 40 years of hip-hop culture.
Interviewees include Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Kendrick Lamar, Young Guru, Dr. Mark Anthony Neal, Phonte, Dr. Marcyliena Morgan, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Ab-Soul, Rapper Big Pooh & DJ Premier.
For even more history behind the 9th Wonder journey, hear his thoughts as he reminisces from beginning to present while examining Hip Hop culture in his Combat Jack episode.
"Five years ago, Gray started The Original Hip Hop Chocolates in his former home in L.A.'s Echo Park, hawking his handmade treats on hip-hop nights at Los Angeles clubs like The Mayan and The Virgil, and at shows featuring Wu-Tang Clan’s Ghostface Killah, Killah Priest and Adrian Younge, and Venice Dawn.
For the thirty-eight-year-old, selling chocolate turntables is not all about making money. He wants people who consume his sweet creations to see it as a kind of “religious experience,” comparing it to the act of communion when Catholics consume a wafer symbolizing the Body of Christ.
Various products produced by Marcus Gray, founder of The Original Hip Hop Chocolates.
Just as Catholics gather to witness a wafer transform into the flesh of Christ, Gray sees his chocolate creations as the embodiment of hip-hop spirituality with the power to bring together lovers of the culture.
He believes hip-hop — its turntableism, b-boyin, graffiti, lyricism and beatboxing — is a belief system, a faith, that has been reflected in the culture’s films, photos, clothing and language. It makes sense to Gray that it should be reflected in chocolate too.
“What I am doing here is creating a sacred food for hip-hop,” he says. “My intention is to create something that people can put in their bodies, and at the same time reflect on what hip-hop means to them and their lives.”"
Berklee College of Music presents a cover of Michael Jackson - "Love Never Felt So Good" by Giorgi Mikadze.
"Love Never Felt So Good" (M. Jackson, P. Anka)
Giorgi Mikadze: piano, arranger, orchestrator
Ryan Easter: rap, lyrics
Balam GarcÃa: guitar
Chuks Okpu: bass
Marco EcheverrÃa: percussion
Sergio Maestre: percussion
Fabrizio Cavallaro: drums
Brass:
Cosimo Boni: trumpet
Julian Dessler: trumpet
Neal Rosenthal: trumpet
Brian Plautz: alto
Jared Yee: tenor
Shachar Ziv: french horn
Dorsey Minns: trombone
Violin:
Tim Reynolds: violin I
Ryunee Ryun: violin I
Zack Rapp: violin I
Rosy Timms: violin I
Avery Baliotta: violin II
Lydia Yu-Lin Wang: violin II
Sadie Currey: violin II
Justin Lee: violin II
Viola:
Dan Lay: viola
Jina An: viola
Tamper Tehran: viola
Alliz Nicholas: viola
Cello:
Joyce Cheung: cello
Roman Soto: cello
Recorded live at the Berklee Performance Center (BPC)
Mauricio Bernal: stage crew
Sophia Christopher: stage crew
Nicolas Sylvestre: stage crew
Steve Nichols: production manager
Recorded by the BPC studio
Alex RodrÃguez: recording engineer
Simon Katz: mixing engineer, assistant recording engineer
Pietro Milanesi: assistant recording engineer
Filmed by 21summit Productions
Joe Barnard: videographer, editor
Mastered by M Works Studios
Jonathan Wyner: engineer
Enjoy the verbal weaponry of this posse cut which is the sixth on A-Villa's lyrically-packed album "Carry On Tradition". This album's stellar lineup features Chance The Rapper , Action Bronson , Freddie GIbbs , Roc Marciano , Blu , KIller Mike , Elzhi , Kool G Rap ,Oh No , Lil Fame , Guilty Simpson , Joe Budden , Freeway ,Temanology ,Norega , Reks ,Wille The Kid , Rass Kass , Vic Spencer , TREE , Joell Ortiz , Big K.R.I.T , Inspectah Deck , Sean Price , Havoc (of Mobb Depp) , Rapsody , BJ the Chicago Kid & many more.
Hear how Villa approached producing this entire this LP and his plans for the future on a 2014 interview with STFU radio.
Redefinition Records meets with an MC/producer and drummer who is set to redefine Hip Hop production based on his skill set on percussion. The label sat down with the multi-talented J-Zone at his Queens NY studio for a conversation about his musical roots, why he started playing drums, and the ideas behind his latest project, "Lunch Breaks". Enjoy a performance of J on drums and download J-Zone's "Lunch Breaks" today here.
Imagine how one of nature's most great effects inspires the minds of an MC and two producers on a thumping single by First Word Records."A New Dawn" features the visuals of Oddisee on the mic who shows how a sunrise provokes the cycle of life against the melodic and soulful beats of Quiet Dawn and Eric Lau. Great music to motivate the beginning of a new day and what accomplishments are in store.
Produced by K-Def, !llmind, Statik Selectah, Big K.R.I.T., Mecca:83, Terrace Martin, Evil Needle, Lord Finesse, Oh No, Zo!, Will Sessions, Nick Wiz, Frank Dukes, Statik Music, Alchemist, L'Orange, Vohn Beatz and more, "From The Brain" draws from a number of innovative Hip Hop movements in 2012 and merges these expansive sounds into one good listen of talented newcomers and vets! Feel free to follow over at Audiomack as more of the current and upcoming compilations from cratesofjr are transfered there towards the future for easy stream and download. Newcomers to the blog, if you have not yet discovered the compilation archives enjoy!
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