45 Live Records is a celebration of the mighty 45rpm 7" single. With a heavyweight international team of talent, the label merges the sounds of classic Funk and Soul with a DJ sensibility. Producers Aeon Seven & DJ Format demonstrate 45 Live's unique musical perspective on their high-paced Funk-fueled jams. As each use a clever arrangement of samples, "Seven Breaks" and "Horse Power" pack more than enough punch to rock a party.
Mista Monsta Man Rocko links with DJ EnYouTee of the group Alpha Faktion on this fall 2017 edition of NIO radio. Listen to a like-minded discussion between Hip Hop heads who stand firmly in their love for the grit and the dirt. One half of D Incredible Rap Team known as Heltah Skeltah promotes his first solo LP in between a setlist of top-notch underground Hip Hop.
1. Da Buze Bruvaz - Shark Week (ft Alca Da Headscalpa)
2. Meyhem Lauren & DJ Muggs - Tension (ft Action Bronson, B-Real)
3. Es Nine - Rise (ft A.G.)
4. Starvin B & One Take - Pimp vs Poet
5. DJ Tekwun - Wun Time
6. Dro Pesci & Astrovandalist - Keep It Street
7. Dirt Platoon - Will Fuck You Up
8. M.O.P. & Sean Price - Do It
9. Tragedy Khadafi & Frost Gamble - Pain & Glory
10. Heavy Metal Kings - Seance Gone Wrong (ft Goretex)
11. Ultra Magnus & DJ Slam - 4 The People (ft Snaggapuss)
12. M3 The Menace - Who Can Fuck Wit Us (ft MadMan, Inkredible NES)
13. Eff Yoo - Snuff Film Noir
14. Planet Asia - Sherm Theme (ft Rasco, Tristate)
15. Masta Killa - Tiger and the Mantice (ft Inspectah Deck, GZA)
16. Zagnif Nori - Boilermakers
17. M.W.P. - Mad + Nice + Ltd (ft Reks, Craig G, SageInfinite, DJ Grazzhoppa)
18. Hanz On & Method Man - 1,2,
19. Kenyattah Black - Welcome To Blacksville
20. Apathy & O.C. - The Broadcast
21. Rock (Heltah Skeltah) - Fax Machine (ft M.O.P.)
22. Slaine vs Termanology - Apocalypse (ft Nems, Ill Bill)
23. PMD - Trans
24. SmooVth - Piranha Bones
25. Rock (Heltah Skeltah) - Declaration (ft Raekwon, The Last American B-Boy, Ras Kass)
26. WESTSIDEDOOM - 2Stings
27. Jamil Honesty - Revival
28. Zagnif Nori - Exclusive
29. Crimeapple - 4,3,2,1,
30. Krumbsnatcha - Street Samurai
31. Heavy Metal Kings - Gemini Lounge (ft Goretex)
32. Masta Killa - Down With Me (ft Sean Price)
33. Cappadonna & Pete Rock - Dojo
34. Meyhem Lauren & DJ Muggs - Hashashin (ft Conway)
35. Comet - Dead Man Walking
36. Planet Asia & Adam Bomb - Impeccable
37. Rock (Heltah Skeltah) - Rockness A.P.
Keeping it raw and analog, Funk Night continues to represent the best qualities of Funk music which keep hands flipping through record crates worldwide. This label is quite prolific so it can be a task to keep up to date with the heat they drop over the course of a year. To help you end 2017 on a satisfied appetite for the Funk, Juno Records presents songs from the Funk Night catalog. These golden slabs of wax are sold exclusively at their store here at www.juno.co.uk.
For his album dropping Nov 2017, aCatCalledFRITZ sets things off with a bang to define the feeling which Hip Hop is supposed to give on "Everybody" featuring the rhymes of Venomous2000. In a visit to Guerilla Grooves Radio, this talented wordsmith and Rockness Monsta share their plans in early 2017. The setlist features music by D.U. (Outsidaz) ft. Cush, Certain Ones, Heltah Skeltah, Venomous2000 & Trilian ft. The Artifacts, Tiye Phoenix & DJ Trickalome, Rejjie Snow and more.
"Having individually performed on the world's largest stages alongside the world's biggest artists, the vocal powerhouse that is LaSharVu, comprises three of the UK's most respected vocalists; LaDonna Harley Peters, Sharlene Hector and Vula Malinga. As independent backing vocalists, they have performed live with artists ranging from Sam Smith to Mary J Blige, Lalah Hathaway and Rahsaan Patterson to Corinne Bailey Rae and Emeli Sande, Alicia Keys and Mark Ronson.
Between them, they’ve recorded for Madonna, Primal Scream, Grace Jones, Laura Mvula and Sam Smith, amongst many more. As a trio, they have toured the world with Sam Sparro and most recently, recorded vocals for Clean Bandit. Sharlene Hector and Vula have been lead feature vocalists for Basement Jaxx for a decade, with sell out shows at the O2 and headline appearances at Glastonbury to over 80,000; whilst LaDonna Harley Peters career highlights have include performances on the Oprah Show with Corinne Bailey Rae and at the Grammy’s with Sam Smith."
""Squad Up" to me is like a musical call to arms. A call to action, a uniting of a people to head out and solve a problem, be difference makers. It also makes me think of the grit, the excitement, the wonders, and the dangers of pre-gentrification Harlem.
Musically I'd describe it as a modal hard bop theme fitted over grooves that evoke J. Dilla, RZA and Dr. Dre. I hope you enjoy." - Satish Robertson
Satish Robertson - trumpet
Joe Beaty - trombone
Jonathan E. Thomas - piano
Endea Owens - bass
Curtis T. Wright - drums
Composed by Satish Robertson
Produced by Jerrold Weinstein
Recorded July 27, 2017 at Weinstein Studios, NY
This Brownswood Bubbler is here to take the blues away as she creates a moment of heaven and happiness on two outstanding jams for 2017. With music at your side, there's always to a way to see things through as proven by Kathy Kosins who presents her soothing aura on "Uncovered Soul". Reflecting the beauty of music to enrich our lives and inspire a go-getter attitude, Kathy unites with Paul Randolph for the upbeat, Afro-Soul groove of "Could You Be Me". To get your body moving on another level, the prolific Opolopo re-grooves the song with an outstanding dose of electro-Funk.
"Uncovered a lost/forgotten RZA interview when WU TANG came to SF before their album dropped - and right before they blew the fuck up - approx early October 1993 - on KUSF following a hectic time in the Bay -they were over at KALX earlier that day and I was hanging out there too…..At this stage "Method Man" was a single….and "Protect Ya Neck" a radio single……and all in hip-hop knew that WU would be huge and game changing " - Billy Jam
Get up out your seat in the name of Hip Hop as these three MCs convey the high energy, skill and tradition of a world renown street culture. Using a contrast between sharp rhyme flows and a rebellious chorus, Shi LythaL, Drawz Reality & El Da Sensei make their declaration known on "That's Not Hip Hop".
"DILIGENT PURSUIT best describes the systematic approach I have taken to the fulfillment of my dreams. It includes spirituality, education, creativity, performance, technology, preparation and perseverance. Music production and film score has been the intention of my preparation. A craftsman knows the versatility of his craft, which broadens his ability to capture the imaginations of others and accomplish the goal. The continuation of my journey has been grounded through my faith in God. The diligence of my pursuit has been in perseverance, recognizing that when one door closes, God opens another." - LaShawn D. Gary
Venture into the dangerous and uncharted territory of Hip Hop crew DA BUZE BRUVAZ who turn wack rappers into shark meat in the "Bermuda Triangle: Underwater Pyramidz". In the vein of grimy groups such as The U.N., Barybury'N and Bankai Fam, DA BUZE BRUVAZ personify hood drama raw and uncut. Jump in the water where is cold, dark and deep as these witty MCs use one of nature's greatest mysteries as the narrative for an exciting depiction of street life.
Tune in as DJ Anatoly Ice pays tribute to Parliament Funkadelic in an hour-long mix on the Funk and Beyond podcast.
The original vinyl LP goes for as much as $295 on Discogs, but for the first time LITA reissues "Black Soul Brothers" by Miguel de Deus. This 2017 repress comes with the great contribution of Miguel de Deus’s family in São Paulo, that supplied the amazing collection of photos for the 4 pages inner, inside the LP.
This limited edition is a highly collectable for fans of Brazilian soul, groove and psychedelia. It’s our contribution to pay respect to one of the most important Brazilian musicians of the late 60’s and early 70’s. Main brain of bands like OS BRAZÕES and ASSIM ASSADO, he left us an amazing legacy for new generations. This is a small, but more than deserved homage to him, finally.
Miguel de Deus was the protagonist of this amazing Afro-Funk movement, together with a group of “heavy” musicians, as they were called in those days of consolidation of a strong Black Power scene, mainly composed of black youth from the outskirts of the suburbs of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, where the movement took the name of Black Rio. Its raw Rock-Funk-Psychedelic-Tropicalia.
Get loose to the sounds of Around The Web In Breakbeats as 17 artists lend grooved grease to your bones and ligaments. With a diverse selection of Funk and Soul, this 21st volume of new generation breaks features the skillful drum sample isolation of K-Def, original breaks by Pat Van Dyke, frantic rhythm by drummer Ronald Bruner Jr and more.
Amber Navran's distinct sound shines a remarkable ray of light in the world of music with beautiful harmonies that are soothing for the soul. As the lead singer of "Moonchild" Amber encourages us to find the happiness within on her solo EP "Speak Up". Amber came on the Talk Easy show to discuss her musical influences, performing with Stevie Wonder, and what it looks like to be a working musician in 2017. Enjoy a deeper look into a movement of music which conveys extreme positivity and love as the Moonchild sound forges new possibilities in the path of neo-Soul.
Dr. Dre illustration by Evgeny Parfenov
"SPECIAL EDITION HARDCOVER REPRESS! Issue 65 of our favorite music mag takes an in-depth look into the work of pioneering NY hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest with a 21-page(!) feature that includes an oral history with OG founding members Q-Tip, Phife Dawg (in his final interview), Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Jarobi (as well as “5th member” and iconic engineer Bob Power), plus rare photos and pics from Ali Shaheed's personal collection.
Sharing covers is none other than David Bowie (RIP), a music legend that really needs no introduction. WaxPo explores Bowie's time in Philly while recording David Live and Young Americans, in addition to a 4-page Bowie timeline and a 5-page interview with Steve Shapiro, famed Bowie photographer. Also includes features on the Northern Soul scene, Timmy Thomas, Esperanza Spalding, Anderson .Paak and more." - Turntable Lab
Don't get caught slippin' when in the presence of this funky sound and instead get your body moving as E. Live throws down. Star Creature Universal Vibrations continue to promote excellence in modern Boogie with the release of "Catch You Slippin'" b/w "Master Blaster" by E. Live. Featuring singer Baskerville Jones, "Catch You Slippin'" is joyful dance at it's best while the thump of "Master Blaster" is funky as an 80's Mtume groove.
Bounce with Japanese Funk outfit BimBamBoom as they blend classic influences for the energetic party of "Shinzo BakuBaku". From The JB's to The FatBack Band, The Bar-Kays and more, BimBamBoom draw from timeless sounds and put their stamp on it by cranking the adrenaline up another level. In a cool combination of Rock guitar, female vocals and raw Funk, "Shinzo BakuBaku" walks the line between joyful and edgy in a good time of modern fusion.
You'll be lucky if you walk away with a black eye and broken nose after this! Beware of the onslaught of Onyx who get amped in '95 on the rare song "Fight". The Slam movement continues in one of the best but overlooked Hip Hop songs about throwing your hands. It's time to get live as Sticky, Fredro and Sonee pulverize and beat your speaker into submission. A rare track from the forthcoming "Cold Case Files Vol. 3".
"Moloch’s self-titled album is an outlier in the Stax catalog with its combination of rock, hard blues, psychedelic acid-washed guitar solos, and blue eyed soul. But despite the band members’ abbreviated time together, Moloch remain influential in the Blues world, and, even more so in Memphis lore. In his liner notes, Bob Mehr writes, "the legacy of the band is bigger than a single song.
Over the decades, the LP became a totem for guitarists and blues seekers alike, for whom Moloch remains godhead.” Mehr goes on to praise the band’s late guitarist, Lee Baker, declaring that "Baker’s work continues to exert a profound influence on a generation of Memphis guitar players. The Moloch LP served as a touchstone for the North Mississippi Allstars’ Luther Dickinson and the Hold Steady’s Steve Selvidge, among other acolytes.”
The reissue of Moloch is part of a wide-ranging, year-long initiative, celebrating Stax Records’ 60th anniversary. The cross-label collaboration between Concord Music Group and Rhino Entertainment will highlight the hits, deep cuts and rare tracks from the Memphis label’s heyday of the '60s and ‘70s." - Concord Records
Find a nice escape from it all and a new focus as the music of singer Sarah Elizabeth Charles serves to break the tension gained from life's complexities. In an exploration of the mind, this progressive leader of music makes the focus of the mind her inspiration for the adrenaline rush of "Zombie". From her fall 2017 album "Free Of Form" out now on Ropeadope Records which features the version of the song with backing instrumentation.
Arranged & Performed by Sarah Elizabeth Charles
Written by Dolores Mary O’Riordan
Directed by Ferrari Xavi
Styled by Mia Wright-Ross
Hair & Make-up by Stephen Hudson
LTD Publisher: WARNER-TAMERLANE PUB. OBO WARNER/CHAPPELL MUSIC
All Rights Reserved
Recorded at Electrik Indigo Sound
Mixed by Jesse Fischer & Mastered by Alex DeTurk
Artist: www.sarahelizabethcharles.com
Label: www.ropeadope.com
Management: www.musiqhausonline.com
All hell iz breakin' loose as Baritone and Tiplove pump the bass and treble for 1990 on their highly sought-after album "Livin' Foul". Originally released in 1990 in USA as rare cassette only release, only 100-150 pieces remain in existence but thanks to Spotify we can enjoy this Golden Era Hip Hop flavor.
Artwork – Phill Stromann*
Co-producer – Scott Herzog
Mastered By – Howie Weinberg
Mixed By – Phill Most Chill, Scott Herzog, Scott Herzog
Other [Constructive Criticism & Artistic Input On All Cuts] – Scratchmaster Rob
Producer, Written-By, Arranged By – Phill Most Chill
Remastered By [For Vinyl] – Dj Reflux
Scratches – D.J. Severe, Papa Do Chill, Phill Most Chill
Feel the electrified energy of Josh Koller who is here to put on spell on you with a new take on an all-time classic of 70's Funk and Soul. This killer arrangement of "Open Sesame" takes the joyful vibe of Kool & The Gang's horn section and transforms it into an exciting Rock affair.
Revisiting the timeless Funk and Soul sound which Kool & The Gang's label is known for, DJ Spinna is here to make you boogie on down and celebrate with his "De Lite Dance Delights" mixtape. Now available on CD at Juno Records.
Bounce to the carefree vibe of Roy Ayers guitarist/keyboardist James Mason who brings a moment of love and happiness to remember in the ''Rhythm Of Life''. This 1977 gem of Jazz/Funk/Soul fusion receives a special reissue in the 2017 limited-edition 7" double pack by Dynamite Records. The 'Sweet Power Your Embrace' collection highlights the best of the '77 album plus offers rare alternate versions of some songs. Enjoy a collectors item that is sure to bring good vibes to your stereo for years to come.
The version of 'Sweet Power Your Embrace'' is taken from the incredibly rare 7 inch promo only issue. On the flipside is a different version of the club floor dancer ''Free'' which features a heavy bongo workout . The 45 second slab on this package features two tracks featuring the vocals from Clarice Taylor on ' I've Got My Eyes On You'' and the superb 'Slick City' which were both never commercially released as a 45 before.
I dug back in my cassette tapes to uncover another collection of Across 110th Street radio show recordings. Next to Stretch & Bob, this is my 2nd favorite show that used to air on 90's WKCR FM radio during the mid-90's. Host Danny Rudder with occasional guests Chairman Mao and Ricky Powell set the tone for the weekend lounge, spinning rare Funk and Soul gems each Saturday.
For the crew's unique personalities and strong affinity for Hip Hop, this made for a rare groove show like none other I've heard since. Kick back and enjoy the buttery flaves as Columbia University of New York gets groovy.
Very little info about this show online but very dope radio show nonetheless. The DRUM Show aired on 90.1 Stanford College Radio early 90's and featured a list of Hip Hop heavyweights to bless the mic. Enjoy the tapes provided by the collection of Kurlee Daddee.
In 2017, The Pleasure Seekers David Frank and Mic Murphy of The System visit The Electric Touch show for a celebration of hits and the 80's. From working with Kleer, Phil Collins and Chaka Khan to their own classics, David and Mic have a lot of music and memories to share. The host of the show is a synth fan which makes for a cool interview with this innovative duo of synths and drum machines. Discover how The System created their signature electro-Pop sound, plus studio methods and behind the scenes stories behind their productions.
How many real Hip Hoppers in place right about now? For fanatics of the boom-bap, Music On Vinyl presents a collectors item on limited-edition transparent vinyl. Get down with the sound of B.D.P. in this special reissue of KRS-One's 1993 album "Return Of The Boom-Bap". DJ Premier, Showbiz and Kid Capri are on production for the solo debut by KRS. Enjoy a fine balance between the ruff and rugged vibe of '93 and KRS's own socially-conscious+scholarly approach to blessing the masses of Hip Hop through edutainment.
Now available on limited-transparent vinyl here at Amazon.
1) The Redux - Breeze Brewin , MC Delite
2) Uff It - Horror City , Jean Grea
3) Drama Mama - Trugoy , Truth Enola
4) I told you once I told you twice - Guru , Planet Asia
5)Twinkle Twinkle - Bumpy Knuckles
6) Lola's Boy - Zakee
7) Girls wanna do me , Guys wanna be my friend - Youngman
8) Horror City Baby - Horror City
9) Rhymes and Chrymes - Tash , Tony Touch , Beatnuts
10 ) I dont care - De La Soul , The Good the Bad and the Ugly
11) Chinese Spare Ribs - Rza , Feat Horror City
12) People and Places / No I didnt - Chubb Rock , Wordsworth , Mf Doom
13) I need what I need - Kardinal Official , Sly Boogie , Socrates
14) Just cant give up - Buckshot , feat J Zone on drums
15) So what N.... Always talk - Master Ace , Pretty Ugly , Kokane
16) Teach You the Sounds - P.P.
17) Make more Room - Def Squad
18) 5000 Boomin watts - Dirty Disco Squares Featuring Chill Rob G
19) *Bonus remix track
Lola's Boy (got jazzy grits mix)
Remixed by DCee and Johann Sebastian
Reduced , Deranged and Mixed up by Prince Paul at Paul's Coffee Shop LI
Photo by Milkcrate kid
Artwork DJ A.VEE
Bio:
"Marley Munroe announces herself as a force to be reckoned with each time she steps on stage. Whether on the main stage at the 2015 Long Beach Pride Festival, the Catalina Island Film Festival, or popular music venues such as New York City's Rockwood Music Hall or Los Angeles' The Mint – Marley’s voice is all at once powerfully dynamic, penetratingly sultry and gently vulnerable. The moment her song begins, you can't take your eyes off of her.
With her colossal vocal talent and outsized charisma - along with her natural songwriting ability, Marley transitions easily between contemporary-soulful and edgy alternative songs, without sacrificing an ounce of authenticity. She may sound like the second coming of Gladys Knight, but Marley refuses to be pigeonholed as a soul singer. My sound marries the different parts of who I am. I love artists from Jay-Z to Coldplay and from Alanis Morissette to David Bowie; but then I also listen to Billie Holiday and Donny Hathaway. My music brings those loves together. I don't want to be straight-up any one thing because I have so many different influences. I love big, epic, stadium songs; but, I don't know how to do rock or pop without the soul."
As a BMG/Chrysalis songwriter, Munroe's collaborators include some of the music industry's most prolific writers, including Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Justin Gray, Rob Kleiner, Mateo Laboriel, The Monsters, Chris Braide, Trevor Lawrence, London Police, The Heavyweights and Chris Seefried. In late 2014, Anastacia released a much-anticipated comeback album, which features two of Marley's songs: Staring At The Sun & I Don't Want To Be The One.
Marley is currently working on original material that she is preparing to share with the world. She continues to schedule live engagements into and throughout 2016."
Follow the path of Daniel Crawford for a remarkable journey of a producer who lends new magic and musicality to the hits we love. "Flip Wilson Vol. 3" shows Daniel more inspired than ever as his soulful arrangements and signature use of keys combine for a good time on the dance floor. DJs are bound to rock the party with the surprises Daniel has up his sleeves. From The Benjamins to Drop It Like It's Hot, Flip Wilson transforms the best party jams like none other.
Feel a new sense of calm as compared to the original songs as a-Ha soothe your mood with new acoustic arrangements of their classics. Taken from the forthcoming album /DVD a-Ha: MTV Unplugged Summer Solstice (17 Hits + 2 Cover Versions + 2 brand new Songs).
It all makes sense over beautiful beats as Chan Hays, Skyzoo, Uptown XO & eLZhi go running on the track. Dropping jewels with real rap, each MC cleverly weaves the theme of running towards the pursuit of goals in life with each verse. This is Hip Hop built to encourage and inspire you to chase your dreams.
From two Wu Tang generals to a street's disciple from Queensbridge, ghetto minds think alike in this commentary which gives praise to a Hip Hop storytelling masterpiece. "I Gave You Power" by NaS vividly personifies the criminal-minded vision and adrenaline of street life driven by illegal gun play across inner city America. From beginning to end, you can practically smell the gun smoke and visualize ammunition load as one of QB's greatest lyricists takes you on a trip of danger. DJ Premier provides the soundtrack, demonstrating his greatness as the supplier of Hip Hop's most dangerous piano arrangements.
21 years after it's release, this lyrical tour de force by NaS still goes blaow and receives admiration by The RZA & Allah Mathematics. Known for their own masterful ability to depict the streets in song, RZA and Math share a commentary of "I Gave You Power". Enjoy the thrill of this song as if it was brand new as they recite the lyrics while illustrating their meaning for radio host Stephen Kallao.
Get into it and listen as Stevie Wonder and Common travel through with some real Soul Music, thanks to the mind of producer Amerigo Gazaway. As a prolific remixer of new millennium Hip Hop, Amerigo shines new light on our most beloved tunes in an outstanding way. "A Common Wonder" brings together the joy of two artists who are renowned for their bright spirit and soulful music. The result is a good time as the power of love inspires music.
"A Common Wonder" by Amerigo Gazaway now available here at Turntable Lab.
Dilla's raw basement demo sound is as intriguing as his later refined work in my opinion. The rare Hip Hop label known as Chopped Herring comes through once again with some obscurities from the 90's in this lost project by Dilla's 5-Elementz crew. ENjoy the preview and celebrate your undying love of Golden Era Hip Hop in a mix by Dirty Nasko who spins 2 and a half hours of gems from the Chopped Herring Records catalog.
Visit CDandLP.com for the best availability of limited-edition vinyl releases by Chopped Herring.
Drawing from the wealth of post-Illmatic Large Pro instrumentals and Nas acapellas, we carefully paired some of the best examples of two artists at the top of their game, highlighting some underrated works while reimagining hooks and adlibs to help fuel the illusion of an authentic collaboration.
Tracklist:
1. Phife's Intro
2. The Get Down
3. Queens Represent (Nobody Does It Better)
4. Wake Up
5. Ghetto Pt. 1
6. Warrior Anthem
7. Hey Nas
8. The Times
9. Phife's Reprise
10. Poison
11. Mind Activation
12. Ghetto Pt. 2
13. Dance
14. Everybody
15. King Of This
Equally as funky, jazzy, diverse and cinematic as Lalo himself, composer Jean-Michel Bernard tips his hat to one of the best composers in film history. On the covers project "Plays Lalo Schifrin", Jean-Michel lends a graceful touch to Lalo's classic scores as each of these timeless melodies reflect his musical persona. From Mission Impossible to Dirty Harry, Jean captures the suspense, intrigue and joy of Lalo's music while incorporating exciting new layers of Jazz and Funk.
Love is bound to overcome all as Thames River Soul join singer Kenny Thomas on their Soulful House revisit to "Love X Love". This classic song by George Benson receives a spectacular tribute as the trio of Thames turn up the energy a few notches on the groove and capture it's loving feeling on vocals beautifully.
Splash Blue Presents - Thames River Soul Vol 1 - the first release from the Thames River Soul project.
This four-track EP reworks some great classic songs and it brings together some of the UK's finest artists. Incognito's engine room provides the backbone of this project with guest vocals provided by Omar Lye-fook, Kenny Thomas, Vanessa Haynes and Imaani Saleem.
"BULLETPROOF CRATES PRESENTS:
DJ SHEEP: AUSTRALIAN BREAKS & BEATS: VOLUME 1
Debuted on Worldwide FM: September 20th 2017
After almost 2 decades of deliberation and painfully listening to "textbook" "Aussie" mixes from DJ's who aren't DJs and rappers & diggeurs who were suddenly DJs, I decided it was time I delved into the world famous Bulletproof Crates and specifically into the Aussie section to let heads know what's really up in the Antipodean crates when it comes to diggin' from a beat head perspective.
Here's 53 minutes of heavy hittin' top tier jazz, funk, soul, disco, drum breaks, post punk, electronics and some face meltin' cover versions. All cut up live in one take, by an actual DJ; break mix style with turntablist skills, on 2 turntables at the Bulletproof Lab in Brisbane on August 30th 2017.
Shouts to Giles Peterson and Mike Who for premiering the mix on Worldwide FM and a courteous fuck you to all the bullshit "labels" and record stores reissuing stuff that Aussie diggaz been diggin' before it was a #hashtag — dig under the radar and stop instagram vinyl circle jerkin' each other off — in the timeless words of DJ Premier, "ya'll are violating straight up and down".
Respect to everyone diggin' off social media who stay gritty in them dollar bins. Props to Salvos, Vinnies, Lifeline, Red Cross, RSPCA and every op shop still pricing their #vinyls for a buck or under." - DJ Sheep
"FINALLY REISSUED AND IT FEELS SO GOOD! Tony! Toni! Tone!'s sought-after third album from 1993 gets it's first (and long over due) repress courtesy of Motown and the Respect The Classics series. Sons Of Soul found the Oakland-based trio paying homage to classic soul groups of the 60's and 70's like The Temptations, Isleys, Sly Stone, and EWF, while pushing forward with live instrumentation, sampling, and even scratching. The result is a true classic of 90's R&B that combines smooth groovers, sultry ballads, and funky uptempo numbers, and is another testament to Raphael Saadiq's genius.
Includes an incredible extended version of "Anniversary," "If I Had No Loot," "Leavin'," "Lay Your Head On My Pillow," "Slow Wine," and more. Pressed up on double vinyl with full pic sleeve reproduction and printed inners. Recommended." - Turntable Lab
Taken from the Jazz Chronicles Remix EP out now on Futuristica Music. Vocals by Jack Jones (formerly known as Audessey of Mass Influence). Original version appears on the Jazz Chronicles LP 'Living in the Past'. The EP features remixes by Soundsci among others. Buy the EP here (free download for limited time) at https://futuristicamusic.bandcamp.com/album/remix-ep-featuring-jack-jones
Enter the lap of luxury through the Hip Hop perspective as producer Tone Jonez gets your head nodding with the aspirational knock of "Maybach Delights". Keeping the energy amped, vibe lavish and compositions cinematic, Tone crafts beats like a director at the helm of a motion picture. This is a sound of beats built to portray the spirit of dream chasers, hustlers and bread winners.
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