"Captained by drummer-vocalist Nikki Glaspie, the Nth Power take their name from the belief that soul music is exponentially greater than the sum of its parts. To live up to their moniker, Glaspie enlisted musicians that are as diverse as they are versatile, creating on-stage chemistry capable of drawing fans from all walks of life. Nigel Hall adds his voice, handling the keyboard's vital role as well, and is matched with guitarist Nick Cassarino who also joins the vocal mix. Behind the lyrics, the grooves are held together by the prototypically funky bass of Nate Edgar and the percussion of djembe master Weedie Braimah, giving the final touches to the Nth Power's soulful blend." - KDHX
True love is never ending through the power of soulful music as a group of talents comes together to express the memory we hold onto of a special someone with the smooth and groovy sound of "Can't Get You Out Of My Mind".
Can't Get You out of My Mind (feat. Aaron Marcellus, Yahzarah, Ingrid Arthur, Andy Roda, Wanja Janeva, Shedrick Mitchell, Brad Allen Williams, Bryan Smith, David "DJ" Ginyard, Jermaine Parrish & Alan Plummer) by Mecco. From the star-studded album "Souvenirs Of Love".
In the city these MCs find a way through their lyrical art as they take time with the pen to rebel against social and financial inequality. Reflect upon pain and struggle within the concrete jungle as upcoming UK Hip Hop crew Jungle Brown provide a sharp contrast between aggression in their words and the smoothness of a piano melody laced with sax on "In The City".
Italian Library Funk On Vinyl: "STATI D'ANIMO vol.2" & Modern Sound Quartet
By Unknown on 5:27 AM
Filed Under: Funk , Funky , Hip Hop Jazz , Italian Library , Italian Soundtrack Music , Jazz-Funk , Jazz-Rock , Library Music , Lounge , Psychedelic Funk
"STATI D'ANIMO vol.2"
Welcome to the most killer and long time personal favourite Italian Library Funk LP: STATI D'ANIMO vol.2 aka FEELING on Cam CmL series. Music on here is almost for sure by the same session men behind the "THE FINE MACHINE - HABITAT" monster LP and other delights released under the same nickname. The jam was composed of Nico Fidenco (Donimak), Giacomo & Gianni Dell'Orso (Oscar Lindok / Proluton) and other obscure musicians. Tracks appear signed by Donimak (Fidenco's alias), Tamborelli (probably standing for Aldo Tamborrelli aka Ghein), Giacomo Dell'Orso and Nicoletta Bozzai behind the pseudonym 'Morfina', the mysterious signer of HERBANA Library on OmiCron. Well, here are the most outstanding Funky & Jazz-Funk vibes with female vocals to die for, knitted drum patterns and top Dancefloor Funk tunes ever record on a Library LP. Moody Score music for action, movement and romantic scenes. Comes with Cam internal innersleeve. This is some of the real best came out from Italy! Enjoy:
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"NIGHT SCENE"
Modern Sound Quartet
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Feel the breezy vibe and raise your hands high to the groove of West Coast producer E.Live who gets live on a remix of Erykah Badu's "Soldier". Much more gems in store over at his Soundcloud as this torchbearer of synth-based Funk music gets loose with classic sounds drawn from The 80's as his guide.
Erykah Badu poster design by Keyah Glover
"La jungla del sabor" transforms the heavy tension of Kool & The Gang's 1973 Funk classic into a new swing as Puerto Rican musician Edwin Bonilla inspires you to let it all hang out as the great festive musical vibe and tradition of Latin music shine through on "La jungla del sabor". A groovy duet of male and female vocals carry the the soulful essence of this cover forward over the excitement of conga performance and a sharp horn section for you to boogie in a new way to one of the most distinct Funk tunes in history.
From Edwin Bonilla's 2015 album "Back To Basics".
original air date: November 27 2015
playlist here: bit.ly/1NnSY3F
"Grand groove radio's RTA segment pays tribute to a true architect...one of the first female horn players ,Cynthia Robinson, on the week of her untimely passing.
we do so by exploring her contributions to via the vast catalog of Sly & The Family Stone
+ new selections from Jay Prince, Hiatus Kaiyote (re-worked by Mo Serious), Tony Momrelle (Reel People edit), 7 Samurai and our usual blend of all things soulful."
Boom Bap Nation Rakim Allah discusses his writing technique with KRS One after Masters of Ceremony while Jerseys own Rah Digga and Hakim of Channel Live watch on. Enjoy the interview which reveals how musicality influenced one of the most innovative rhyme flows in Hip Hop history. After that, get down to the funky sounds of Serge Gamesborough who honors the classics 2nd LP by Eric B. & Rakim by providing a cool "No Omega"-inspired edit of the James Brown classic "I Need Help".
Farnell Newton, trumpeter
MC Rasheed Chappell
Lauren Desberg, singer/songwriter
JR & PH7, production duo
Oddisee, producer/MC
Adrian Younge, composer
Lucas Arrada, singer, composer
Nicole Berke, singer/songwriter
Onaje Allen Gumbs, pianist/composer/bandleader
Jamison Ross, pianist/composer
Darryl Reeves, saxophonist/producer
Far Out Recordings
Rhino Records
This obscure modern label goes heavy on reviving and reissuing rare 60's and 70's Soul music as they bring you sounds which are delightful and built to get the dance floor swinging in 2015 and beyond. Enjoy a snippets playlist which covers a year of 7" vinyl releases by Record Shack Austria and stay tuned for even more forthcoming Soul gems from the label here at Juno.
Get your neck snappin for 2016 with some heat Tall Black Guy Productions! The prolific producer links up to create a hypnotic groove with Yusef Rumperfield and head nod gems in a tribute to Christmas and aggressive collaboration with MCS Essa and Brotherman for a label compilation assembled by First Word Records.
"Jazz In Motion" is the new single from the "Space Love Ranger" Yusef Rumperfield. You can stream and buy his debut album at: tallblackguy.bandcamp.com
Realize a better tomorrow with the electrifying Pop Soul of Justin C. Gilbert accompanied by PJ Morton and The Tennessee Kids who encourage you to "Try Again".
This video provides a brief glimpse into the artistry of Keyboardist/Producer/Composer Justin C. Gilbert aka "Bishop".
Justin, a renowned accompanist, has toured extensively with an array of artists including: Justin Timberlake, Alicia Keys, Jay-Z, Jill Scott, Eminem, Anthony Hamilton, and Tyler Perry.
Upbeat dance rhythm meets beautiful female vocal harmonies and spacey keyboard arrangements which combine for joy in the groovy synth-driven Pop/Disco/Funk of French band L'Impératrice ♕. This pleasant sound delivered in 2015 on "Odyssée EP" represents the dreamy and imaginative approach to fusion which has been sought after from European musicians for decades as L'Impératrice ♕ share their expansive vision to get you moving.
3 of New York's most renowned DJs throw down on radio and reminisce on the early days of Hip Hop by spinning 3 hours of records which defined the culture. From legends such as UTFO, Whodini, T La Rock and Rakim to a neck-snapping set of 1st generation break beats, Red Alert, Chuck Chillout and Funkmaster Flex represent sounds of Hip Hop and elements of life associated with the music, sharing personal commentary and flashbacks to classic music. Download here.
Listen To Pudgee The Phat Bastard's Unreleased Music & A 2015 Interview
By JR on 10:06 PM
Filed Under: Hip Hop , Interviews (Videos) , Pudgee The Phat Bastard , The Golden Era
In 2015, one of Hip Hop's most talented and rambunctious lyricists gets a spotlight put on his craft and career of over 20 years, thanks to Back2DaSource Records and Hip Hop Diaries TV. Learn the story of NYC's Pudgee The Phat Bastard who speaks live and direct from the streets of The Bronx about his beginnings on the mic to the present day.
Press release by Back2DaSource Records:
"Pudgee Tha Phat Bastard is one of those emcees whom you can instantly recognize his flow, (Powerful and Sharp). He was one of the greatest voices in the game back then. Thus no wonder he was associated with Tupac and worked with artists such as DMX, Biggie, Missy Elliott, Sadat X etc... Living in the Bronx he started his carrier in the late 80's as a part of the Trakmasterz crew! He started getting popular with his 1st solo album in 1993 called "Give Em The Finger".
For the most part heads wonder what happened to Pudgee?! Well the fact is he didn't blow up back then because he had lost many of his friends and didn't want to be the next one. Also, he had some issues with his label at the time (which was very common). Never the less he had a lot of great songs that have never been released, So it was time to make a move and put these jewels out for your ears!...
We had to show you more of his work, that's why more than 20 years later, Back2DaSource Records is extremely proud to put out this unreleased album from him.
The album contains 10 unreleased tracks, (Original Demos, Unheard material, Unreleased work from 92-98 from Pudgee's private tapes.) Which featured Sadat X, Missy Elliott, Da King & I, Trends of Culture, Nick Wiz Productions, Trakmasterz Work, Chris Large Productions just to name a few."
VERY DOPE MATERIAL DONT MISS OUT ON THIS FLAVOR FROM THE MAN HIMSELF
Only 300 copies. Black vinyl, Polylined Sleeve
Design Layout : K7 Pacoje
Mastering : Ivo Statinski, Dé L'Archiviste & Lyrics Blunt, Vincent Ternest
PRE ORDER NOW ! Should be there on the 7th of January 2016
"The Schizophrenics came to life in the Summer of 2015. Created by Queens rapper Starvin B and producer Dusty G, it is the story of three different characters whose personalities blur the line between reality and delusion. It is a mix of raw lyrics over rugged beats, proving that the "golden era" of hip hop is still among us, as long as you know where to look. Starvin B takes the word "emcee" to a new level, seamlessly switching personalities and styles to deliver three distinct voices. Dusty G keeps heads nodding with classic hip hop production with a chillingly dark edge."
The Schizophrenics is available at www.darkforest.nyc
The emerging duo of RawSpillage are inspired by the hustle and represent the code of the streets as they go for the gusto over a dramatic beat produced by Frank Dukes on "Skypaper". Watch for this aggressive sound in 2015 and beyond as these two personify the tension, hunger and competitive skill from which Hip Hop was born.
Bar for bar, line for line to the lettter, The Young Veteran Torae is only getting better as he beasts the bars and bodies any beat that he's on in his latest called "Entitled". Featuring 3D Na'tee; Kil Ripkin; Mack Wilds; Pharoahe Monch (of Organized Konfusion); Phonte (of Little Brother + The Foreign Exchange), singers Saul Williams and Teedra Moses.
Produced by !llmind; Apollo Brown; DJ Premier (of Gang Starr); E Jones; Eric G; Jahlil Beats; Mr. Porter (of D-12); Nottz; Pete Rock and Praise.
It's a double dose of Soul as Philly band Killiam Shakespeare hit you with two projects for the 2015 holiday season. "A Killiam Shakespeare Christmas" blends traditional carols with a modern touch as a group of innovative musicians on the rise unite to share their joyful harmonies.
The debut album by Killiam Shakespeare showcases an ear-opening approach to futuristic Soul as the band build with your imagination and go far as the stars with a great lineup of guest appearances to support their dreamy fusion arrangements. With deep layers and musical influences ranging from Dilla to Herbie Hancock, enjoy a mind trip as the experimental Killiam merge lovely grooves with moments which are edgy and spacey.
"To celebrate another year of Barely Breaking Even, we've let our staff loose on the label catalogue to choose their favourite tracks of 2015. From re-issues of rare 70's afro-beat records to debut albums by emerging artists and everything in between, we present our own hand-picked highlights from the past 12 months.
Included in the package are tracks from heavy hitters Bilal, Jigmastas, DJ Vadim and Rim Kwaku Obeng, all of whom released albums on BBE during 2015. Remixes from man of the moment Opolopo, Fila Brazilia's Steve Cobby and U.S. techno powerhouse Myles Sergé have been creating underground heat all year long. Emerging into the limelight, super-talented Portland rapper Vursatyl, New Zealand soul- stress Sacha Vee and UK producer Ghostchant have been enjoying incredible support from the international music press. New material from label stalwarts Inkswel, DJ Oil, Mr Bird, Tricky D & Chris Read also made the final cut, not to forgetting our feel- good hit of the summer, Martin L Dumas's 'Attitude, Belief and Determination'.
In 2016 we'll be celebrating 20 years of releasing Real Music For Real People, but in the meantime we'd like to thank you all for your continued support; we really do appreciate it."
"Here's an hour plus of uninterrupted jazz, our present to you, intended to get you through that last minute shopping, tree trimming, gift wrapping, and egg nog guzzling. I've mixed in a few of this year's newest Christmas Jazz releases to give you something different, plus a number of old favorites.
Hopefully you have been able to enjoy the Holiday season. Here's hoping Santy is good to you, and that you are good to one another. We need a little Christmas now!"
To voice the desires which dwell within the hearts of people who reminisce on good and bad times in love, Peter Benneborn Project come through with a breezy and soulful groove driven by a fusion of Pop and Soul. "No Time For Love" is feel-good music at it's best as Peter astounds in the art of fusion, assembling a beautiful guitar-driven arrangement and beautiful lead vocals for a tune to resonate within your mind and leave it all behind In the vein of classic soundtrack music from romantic 80's films.
Music: Peter Bennborn
Lyrics: Peter Bennborn
Vocals: Michelle Yaneza (@michelle-yaneza)
Guitars: Florian Mueller (@flohbold)
Bass: Jonny Trobro (@blomgrenmedia)
Keys/Synths: Peter Bennborn
Drum sequencing/programming: Peter Bennborn
Mixed: Peter Bennborn
Explosive Funky Italian Library On Vinyl: The Music Of Oscar Lindok & "MUSICA IN RILIEVO"
By Unknown on 10:38 AM
Filed Under: Afro Beat , Afro-Funk , Experimental , Funk , Fuzz , Italian Library , Jazz-Funk , Library Music , Prog. Rock , Psych , Psychedelic Funk
Let the empowering spirit and soothing sound of this musician lift the weight off of you as Paul Van Kessel aims for within on "Keep Your Soul Together". Rich with rhythm and heavily-inspiring lyrics, Paul is here to make you feel like more than a million as his soulful vocal performance and reflective Jazz compositions serve as a positive reflection of the soul to the listener.
For the fellas to take a look back on difficult relationships with a better understanding than before, The Shelltoes brings a new definition of groove and style to traditional boom-bap as he gets loose on a remix of F.T.'s "Problemz", a classic 90's Hip Hop song about shiesty females. With a similar jazzy laid back vibe and thumping drums as the original, The Shelltoes brings a cool balance between rugged and smooth as he lends a new flair to F.T.'s storytelling with a slick approach of musical layers and arrangements. This great union of beats and rhymes serves as the perfect outlet to deal with it and be real with it when dealing with the ups and downs of your ex.
"DJ Dez & DJ Butter unites with Lo Louis, Fuzz Scoota (Former D12 Member) and Pacewon for the Eighth video from their album, "A Piece Of The Action" (Crazy Noise Productions) entitled, "A+" Directed By: Ron Moe Visions. The Video features cameo appearances, Bee-Flat and the Legendary, Da Prezident Chris Walker, KonPhlict (Tha Almighty Dreadnaughtz) and Amp Fiddler to list a few. DJ Dez & DJ Butter album, "A Piece Of The Action" (Crazy Noise Productions) is available at www.fatbeats.com (CDS, Tapes, Vinyl, Instrumentals) and on ITunes."
Drawing inspiration from the pleasant guitar and Rhodes-based grooves of Samba Music, pianist/producer JBird lends his boom-bap perspective to traditional Brazilian music for a beat that sounds lovely.
Marco unleashes beats from his arsenal in a live set, a signature sound and movement of Hip Hop identified as authentic, rugged and aggressive when matched with the lyrics of leading MCs such as First Division, Torae & Skyzoo, Organized Konfusion and Hannibal Stax. Recorded live on Aug 27th 2014, Asfalt Records, Warsaw Poland.
Check out Marco Polo's production on the deluxe editions of D.I.T.C.'s Remix Project and "Port Authority" among other releases in 2015 here at Undergroundhiphop.com
Enjoy the album stream and hear Sean speak with SoulBrother Records about "Muriel" above.
DJ Format travels regularly to the city of Marseilles, and is invited again to showcase his skills and ear for selecting obscure Hip Hop from The Golden Era of the late 80's early 90's. Listen to a DJ who's just about as dope as dope can get as Format spins a set of funky jams on Saturday, December 12 2015 for Selecting The Punisher (Festival Tighten Up!).
For some of the best in 2015 Jazz music, enjoy the sounds of a free 12-song sampler which features some of the best music from Motema artists, including Gregory Porter, Joey Alexander, Karrin Allyson, Ginger Baker and more!
Motema congratulates 2015 Grammy Nominees:
• The Pedrito Martinez Group (self titled): Best Latin Jazz Album
•Arturo O’Farrill & the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra – “The Offense of the Drum”: Best Latin Jazz Album
•René Marie – “I Wanna Be Evil: With Love to Eartha Kitt”: Best Jazz Vocal Album
•Rufus Reid – “Quiet Pride: The Elizabeth Catlett Project”: Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album
• Rufus Reid – “Recognition” from the album “Quiet Pride: The Elizabeth Catlett Project” “Best Instrumental Compostion
Monumental ITALIAN LIBRARY Funky and Jazz-Funk KILLING BREAKS!
By Unknown on 12:49 PM
Filed Under: Drum Breaks , Experimental , Italian Library , Jazz Funk , Library Music , Modal Jazz , Samba
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Fred Wesley has The Blues. and YOU can help fund his tribute to the Blues album.
Fred Wesley -- an architect of *the funk, nominated this year with the JBs for the rock and roll hall of fame.
After bandleading for the late great James Brown after handling the horns for George Clinton and Bootsy Collins and Parliament Funkadelic after playing with Count Basie and HIS orchestra
25 years ago, Fred Wesley formed his own band, with excellent musicians who can play jazz, funk, blues, and more. they’ve been touring the world together ever since.
Now, Fred has it in his heart to record an album honoring his deepest roots: the blues. With the New JBs he will pay tribute to blues greats including Earl King, Champion Jack Dupree and Tommy Tucker.
Fred Wesley is taking classic tunes and new tunes and giving them signature Fred Wesley arrangements inspired by the 1950s style of the late, great Bobby Blue Bland. special guests will include the world-renowned Chops Horns, filling out a super-fat horn section.
it's gonna be a funky good time front to back, and YOU can join the party. click the link now, choose your perk, and make your donation today.
For 2015, musicians get together and groove for the holidays based on the soulful songwriting direction of AgapéSoul to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas! Featuring Darryl Anders Cam Perridge, Aaron Green, Lynette Williams Imanuel Junaedy and vocals by Naté.
"Believe In Love" the latest LP by AgapéSoul out now.
Enjoy sounds from Tru Thoughts here in the Kane FM Crate Digging episode, a best of 2015 compilation of their releases via Juno Records and the futuristic Hip Hop sound of the star-studded album "In Sickness & In Health" by DIZZ1 below.
Smif N Wessun interview at the 20th anniversary concert to celebrate their classic debut album "Dah Shinin" along with other associates of the Boot Camp Clik who perform and share their thoughts about the landmark LP. To re-introduce their Duck Down Records debut to a new generation, Steele presents their idea of connecting with musicians to create a re-recording of "Dah Shinin'" which he says will feature additional bonus material.
Smif N Wessun and the rest of BCC celebrated another milestone in the 20th anniversary of Duck Down Records live at B.B. kings Blues Club in New York. Join them below in performances and interviews provided by Juan Epstien which celebrates one of the most influential indie labels of Hip Hop.
Freddie Joachim's style of beats continues to take new and exciting directions as his perspective of head-nodding Soul entertains with more depth than your used, showcasing more sophisticated layers and personality that shines through in the art of boom-bap. Enjoy as this leader of Hip Hop from Cali flips samples for another banger in the Mellow Orange Music saga.
Mr Galactus follows his hugely popular 'Beat Tape' cassette with the latest in the series being 'Sith Breaks'. It blends together clips from the Iconic films and the darkest of dark breaks and beats. The mix is rumoured to have been found in an obsolete R2 unit and was probably the soundtrack blasted throughout the Death Star.
The Force Awakens poster designed by Camille Dutoit
For Chi-Town, Common Sense Performs In '93, NOTACOMEDIAN Drops "Came Up"
By JR on 7:41 AM
Filed Under: Common , Hip Hop , NOTACOMEDIAN , The Golden Era , Video (Live Performance)
Two artists come together at cratesofjr to represent the drive of Chicago MCs to represent skills as Common Sense gets down with Twilite Tone live at Columbia college in '93 above while the emerging NOTACOMEDIAN Drops "Came Up" for 2015 below.
If your ears have been yearning for witty and entertaining flows, sit back and enjoy as one generation passes the torch to another in the legacy of Chi-Town Hip Hop.
Angie Martinez, MC Lyte & More Speak At The White House Panel: Equity for Women In Hip Hop
By JR on 4:57 PM
Filed Under: Angie Martinez , Dope Folks Records , Hip Hop , MC Lyte , Mixtapes , Panels
The White House unites with Hip Hop influencers in 2015 to discuss the culture and how it effects the present and future of women in society. Enjoy some great food for thought as generations of intellectuals meet plus a funky mix by Dope Folks Records below.
March is Women's History Month. This is Part 2 of our Lady MC's Mixtape series. From big names to virtual unknowns from the Golden Era to the mid- '90's. Featuring tracks by the sought after Juice Crew member GLAMOROUS, to the GETO BOYS parody track by GHETTO GIRLZ "My Man's playing Tricks on Me." Enjoy.
-Chris Dope Folks
TRACKLIST:
Sweetie C aka Simply Smooth: Get Busy one time
Antoinette: Take it to the Top
Glamorous: Good To Go
Sweet Tee: It's Like That Y'all
L.A. Star: My Tale
Ice Cream Tee: To Be Continued
Ms. Melodie: Communications
Julee Vee: U'll Never get Deez
MC Lyte I am The Lyte
Isis: Wizard of optics
Shazzy: Get a Job Kid
MIA: Chick On The SIde
Roxanne Shante: Big Mama Freestyle Mix
MC Lovely: Don't Let The Name Fool Ya
N-Tyce: Hush Hush
BO$$: Drive by
Venom (Sinner & Deeday, N Tyce): Boulevard
Heather B: Send Em Back
T-Love: When Your Older
Ghetto Girlz: My Man's Playing Tricks on Me
First Star: All I want to do is
Delivering a groove that's butter smooth driven by the joy of the holiday season, the beauty of the Fender Rhodes piano serves as the centerpiece to convey the happiness of "O Holy Night". Enjoy a dazzling showcase on keys as the pianist leads the way to your heart in a magical performance of mellow Jazz-Funk goodness.
The timeless message of peace, love and unity shines bright on this all-star song from 1995 as ladies of Hip Hop, R&B and Reggae unite to find empowerment. "Freedom" is an impressive posse cut which thumps with the signature sound of D.I.T.C.'s Diamond D who merges a cool Rhodes melody with head-nodding rhythm and horns for music to enrich your mind and soul.
Performers – Aaliyah, Billy Lawrence, Blackgirl, Brenda Russell (2), Cindy Mizelle, Crystal Waters, Emage, En Vogue, Female (5), Jade (3), MC Lyte, Mary J. Blige, Me'Shell NdegéOcello, N'Dea Davenport, Nefertiti, Patra, Queen Latifah, SWV, Salt 'N' Pepa, TLC, Yo-Yo, Zhané
Producer – Diamond D



















