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The Foreign Exchange embrace the beauty of life once again as they spread love within progressive Soul for 2017 and beyond. Hear what the Dutch Master Nicolay is up to these days with the Hide&Seek compilation plus hear a special mix by DJ Rahsaan.
In this very special episode, Nicolay shares:
- The group's truly unique story and unorthodox rise in the independent hip-hop ranks
- How they've been able to navigate and thrive within the independent scene
- How streaming models are treating independent artists - and their future outlook
- His views on the album format - is it extinct, or just evolving?
- Deezer's recent announcement of hi-fi audio and if that could be a key differentiator
- Taylor Swift's recent questionable money grab toward her fans
All this and more - PLUS, Hisham gets to share with Nicolay his favorite tracks of his and why they've meant so much to him over the years.
DJ Rahsaan's mix Playlist:
DJ Kimmiewah
Otis Brown III - I Am Your Song
Michael Kiwanuka - Black Man In A White World
Mykia Jovan - 16 Shots
Miles Davis, Robert Glasper, Illa J - They Can't Hold Me Down
Jesse Fischer, Chris Turner - Electric Ladyland
Courtney Pine feat. Omar - Butterfly
Raquel Rodriguez - Don't Be Afraid
Jamila Woods - Heaven
Fujimoto Tetsuro - Down
Grace - Love Me Or Leave Me
Harvey Mason - If I Ever Loose This Heaven
Jerome Thomas - Chasing Paper
Spycc, High Hoo - Other Lover
Nicolay Interview
The Foreign Exchange - Shelter
DJ Rahsaan
Rufus feat. Chaka Kahn - Stop On By
Dennis Edwards - Don't Look Any Further
Prince - Strange Relationship
Stevie Wonder - As
Gap Band - Outstanding
"REEL PEOPLE MUSIC are excited to present our new compilation series HIDE&SEEK.
HIDE&SEEK’s aim is to deliver a platform for our favourite artists and producers to showcase some of the incredible emerging talent and unsung heroes in the underground movement.
As our first compilers we are delighted to welcome PHONTE COLEMAN and NICOLAY ROOK aka THE FOREIGN EXCHANGE.
REEL PEOPLE MUSIC’s label boss OLI LAZARUS has been a massive fan of THE FOREIGN EXCHANGE for many years so it was a complete honour for him that the guys agreed to take up the mantle of compiling the first HIDE&SEEK.
Having taken up the challenge the guys have delivered a 5 star album which flows perfectly from head to toe and delivers some of the finest head nodding, goose bumping, soul-filled music you will have heard for some time. HIDE&SEEK has 2 exclusives cuts from THE FOREIGN EXCHANGE including the sultry new single ‘SHELTER’ and the heavy unreleased remix of ‘ASKING FOR A FRIEND’ by STRO ELLIOT.
The album features the freshest talent including Atlanta-bred singer/songwriter BOSCO and her dope jam ‘MPH’. BOSCO is a musical force of nature and her sound combines the rawest, headiest elements of R&B, dance and beyond."
"Hide&Seek" drops Sept. 1, 2017. Pre-orders available here at Proper Music
"London soulful house label Makin' Moves (brought to you by Matt Langrish-Smith & DJ Jamesey) bring the heat once again with these awesome remixes of The Foreign Exchange: an internet-spawned collaboration between Dutch producer Nicolay and US rapper/singer Phonte Coleman from Little Brother.
"Body" is taken from their recent album Tales From The Land Of Milk & Honey and it is a wonderful slice of modern soul that calls to mind the work of Kaidi Tatham or Vikter Duplaix. The remixes on here work that extra bit of magic though and who better than NYC's finest DJ Spinna to deliver the goods on his deep and emotive remix. His second offering, the "Ride It Out dub" dives even deeper and does exactly what it says on the tin on this version, aimed squarely at late night dance floors."
Order the Zo! & DJ Spinna remix single of "Body" here at Juno Records.
Phonte and Nicolay of the Foreign Exchange sit down with Mike Pizzo (Cuepoint) and Warren Peace (The Life & Times of DJ AM) to discuss their ten favorite records of all time. Watch for Phonte's amazing Al Green impression.
Listen to the songs discussed in this episode via Spotify above and enjoy a tribute mix by YVNG PAVL below.
"While on a world tour to support their fourth album, Love in Flying Colors, The Foreign Exchange stopped by the Tiny Desk to rev up a Friday afternoon. I've followed Phonte Coleman and Nicolay in their 10 years as a band — and it's evident their writing and production are honest and downright pungent at times. But when it's time to perform, it's all about fun.
Backed by keyboardist Zo! and percussionist Boogie, Phonte, never short for words, lays down some quick ground rules. He then proceeds to interpret lyrics to meld three stripped-down highlights from their latest LP, including one of our top sleepers from last year.
Enjoy this Tiny Desk Concert that also serves as a church sermon and stand-up act." - July 05, 2014 by BOBBY CARTER
Set List
"On A Day Like Today"
"Listen To The Rain"
"Call It Home"
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