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George Benson's "Give Me The Night" Personifies Paradise With Juan Laya, Jorge Montiel & LCO

By JR on 4:56 PM

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With Xantone Blacq on vocals and the Latin swing of Juan Laya, Jorge Montiel & LCO, this Benson classic takes us to paradise once again. Imagine yourself on the beach of South America having the time of your life as you absorb the soulful sounds of this tune.

From Xantone Blacq, Juan Laya, Jorge Montiel and LCO's "Give Me The Night Remixes EP" now available for download here at Beatport.

Michael Lee & The Wartime Limousine Merge Reggae, Blues, Soul & Psych on "Object Of The Game"

By JR on 3:40 PM

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"Silver Skylarks teams up with Michael Lee And The Wartime Limousine to produce a new 4-track CD of cover songs that have impacted both Michael Lee and Silver Skylarks' Skin Wade over their careers, including the dancehall classic You Don't Love Me (No, No, No) originally recorded by Dawn Penn, a unique take on Whipping Post by the The Allman Brothers, I Get My Groove From You by Bobby Patterson and You Don't Have To Play The Horses by Bruce Cockburn. 

With a forthcoming full-length album of original material, Michael Lee first burst onto the national scene as a competitor on The Voice before teaming up at Ft. Worth's Niles City Sound studio with Silver Skylarks to produce a unique blend of R&B, blues, americana and psychedelia." - Skylark Soul Co

How To Make Money With Music: Learn How PVD Fuses Jazz & Hip Hop Independently

By JR on 8:32 PM

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Pat Van Dyke takes a bigger piece of the pie as an independent musician on his own label Stereo Vision Recordings. Listen as PVD shares how to make money with music by reflecting on his journey from child musician to adult professional. He shows the path to achieve a place in his career where he can now balance creativity with commerce. With CD Baby as his business partner, Pat continues to crank out good music and cater to his audience without creative restriction. 

This New Jersey-based multi-instrumentalist and educator can show you how to release music independently as well as produce. Learn more from Pat who drops gems on music production by joining his Patreon here. In this interview, you'll gain insight into the PVD sound and business which is a blend between the rhythmic energy of hip-hop and the harmonic depth of Jazz. Below Pat Van Dyke continues to give us place and time to escape into bliss as he offers "Sketches Of A Dream".

Dean Mark & Ashley Henry Deliver Music To Give Goosebumps & Butterflies

By JR on 4:04 PM

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Take flight with the uplifting sounds of bassist Dean Mark and pianist Ashley Henry as each aim towards the musical stratosphere of pleasure. 

"Goosebumps & Butterflies" displays the beauty of life as Dean depicts excitement and happiness beautifully through music. Like the excitement of discovering your ultimate joy, this tune is a trip through the heights of human emotion. 

Ashley Henry's "Who We Are" (available on CD, vinyl and mp3 here at Amazon) offers a moment to go soul searching to the sound of music. Feel musically adrift as you behold Henry's diverse approach as a songwriter of dreamy piano-based compositions. Similar to the feeling of a new day, he puts you in a calm and meditative state while instilling power through your eardrum. The result is a moment of music to draw you closer to who you truly are.
 

Hip Hop Provokes Gravity Propulsion As Kool G Rap & Apathy Get Up And "Be Somebody"

By JR on 3:29 PM

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Gravity Propulsion demonstrates the mighty force of Hip Hop on a matchup of 2 MCs who are known to move the crowd. "Be Somebody" is a call to get up as Kool G Rap and Apathy bar-out over Gravity's dark sound. These rhymes are bound to attract your ear in-between sharp cuts that draw from the voice of the late great Ol' Dirty Bastard. It's a reminder that Hip Hop isn't just here to provoke your head to nod. This music and culture is here to inject confidence for you to get up and be somebody.

Nurture Your Soul As You Look Inwards With The Music Of Emile Londonien

By JR on 10:10 AM

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"Emile Londonien presents his second album "Inwards". This project marks the growth and development of the group by making nods to the British Jazz scene and to established artists such as Ashley Henry, CHERISE and Kazy Lambist. They also continue to position themselves as figureheads of the new French Jazz scene by inviting prestigious artists such as Laurent Bardainne, Jowee Omicil and Léon Phal on the album. Once again, Emile Londonien surprises us with his ability to mix broken beat, house, jazz and RnB in a very singular way." 

In 1990, L.L. Cool J Introduces "Mama Said Knock You Out" on BBC Radio 1 Radio

By JR on 10:33 PM

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Fresh off the set of "The Boomin' System" video shoot, The Future Of The Funk  L.L. Cool J takes us through a trip through one of his most impactful albums. Feel the force of this Queens representative as he speaks on the meaning behind some of the songs on this classic album. L also shares thoughts about life at the time, his personal beliefs and the future. Consider this a commentary for each song on "Mama Said Knock You Out" you've never heard until now. The deluxe version of the album is streaming below for your enjoyment.
 

Get On The Floor With The AC Soul Symphony on "Soul Underground"

By JR on 7:39 PM

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"All Aboard the Soul Underground, a brand new track from Dave Lee under his AC Soul Symphony guise, is available digitally after its chart-topping success on Vinyl last month. Taking you on a journey to some of the most famous clubs of the Disco era. Calling on all the hallmarks of a classic disco anthem; crisp rhythm guitars, thick bass guitar action, disco toms, bumping drums, warm brass and of course, at the heart are the soaring orchestral strings AC Soul Symphony has become famous for. Make sure you’ve got your ticket!." - Z Sounds

Indulge In A Psychedelic Trip Of Rare Grooves With Italian Label Cinedelic

By JR on 5:55 PM

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Plenty of digger's delights to be found here within this collection of quality music from around the globe. This Bandcamp celebration of rare groove digging features a diverse selection psych, Funk, Soul Jazz and more styles of music. 

Whether you're looking to zone out to sounds you're not used to hearing on the radio or catch a sample moment, Cinedelic provides gems for your ear. Some of the best of their collection is the Japanese Jazz Fusion and Funk projects, a couple of which I've featured in this post along with a funky live album by Gary Bartz.

CINEDELIC is an Italian record label founded in 2001.

Sublabel:
MONDO GROOVE / AFRODELIC / SOAVE


Soul In The City Rap Special 1988 ft. Roger Troutman, B.D.P., Schoolly D, Roxanne Shante & Others

By JR on 6:27 PM

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Miss Funkyflyy presents a blast from the past with the Rap special on "Soul In The City", hosted by Michael Wiliams. Originally aired in 1988 on Canada's MuchMusic, transferred from her own old VHS tapes. 

Included in this video are Robert Ford Junior of Rush Productions, U.T.F.O. "Roxanne, Roxanne" and short interview,  Kurtis Blow,  Nelson George, Grandmaster Flash, Melle Mel and the Furious Five (+, video "You Know What Time It Is") Tom Silverman (Tommy Boy Records),  Bill Adler (Def Jam/Rush Productions), Whodini, Uptown Crew,  The Fat Boys "Wipe Out", Beastie Boys, L.L. Cool J +, "Going Back To Cali",  Chuck D., Eric B. and Rakim ("Move The Crowd"),  K.R.S. One, Schooly D interview clip +, "I Don't Like Rock'n Roll" Steady B & DJ Tat Money, Jazzy Jeff & Fresh Prince.

 

Jazz Re:Freshed Percussionist LOX Brings A New Fresh To The Steel Drum on "Opening"

By JR on 4:23 PM

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"Jazz re:freshed are excited to present the debut single 'Opening' by drumming prodigy, LOX.

Overflowing with inspiration from a lifelong exposure to music and creativity courtesy of his father, now LOX realizes it's his time to shine after drawing on his early experiences of going to gigs igniting a spark to develop his own compositions. 'Opening' is the first single taken from a larger body of work, a forthcoming 8 track Jazz-Fusion album titled 'The 8 Gates', which derives from an Anime series called 'Naruto' that made a very strong impression on LOX in his youth.

The track blossoms from a mesmerizing steel pan solo, a deeply personal instrument to LOX, having grown up playing steel pan. It's where his writing process often begins, to develop melody and harmony, translating ideas into cohesive compositions. Supported by a powerful guitar melody played by Ben Glasser, the pan's delicate caressing melody played by the masterful Leon "Foster" Thomas, hailing from Trinidad via Miami. Leon has worked with many renowned names from all over the world, including artists such as Dolly Parton and The Gap Band."

The sum of all parts results in a breath-taking epic debut that sets LOX up as one to watch for 2025."

LOX - Drums
Leon Foster Thomas - Steel Pan
Ben Glasser - Electric Guitar
Laurie Milton - Piano
INSXGHT - Keys & Synths
Manny Simelane - Bass
Evie Hilyer-Ziegler - Violin & Viol

Stream: Kool G Rap & DJ Polo's "Road To The Riches" (Special Edition With Bonus Tracks)

By JR on 4:42 PM

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Kool G Rap & DJ Polo's debut is more poisonous than ever on the expanded special edition of "Road To The Riches". Experience the drama and thrill of NYC street life once again as G Rap and Polo shine like currency over a set of bonus tracks. Traffic Entertainment presents alternate versions of songs, instrumentals, a capellas and radio spots.

Available on CD and vinyl here at eBay.

Legends Conversations Presents Talks With DJ Muggs & DJ Premier

By JR on 3:51 PM

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Enter the mind as you walk the footsteps through music art and life with legendary producers on this special event by Closed Sessions. This show dedicated to legends of the Hip Hop sound takes a different approach than we're used to by conducting in-depth convos in a club setting. Listen as Muggs and Premier let their mind flow as Closed Sessions ask questions that inspire each legend to share deep thoughts. For instance, Muggs shares how he was sitting on the couch smoked-out during Gangstarr's recording session for the "Manifest" remix.
 
  

Above, enjoy some of the best of Muggs and Premier on the boards: the instrumentals from Cypress Hills' and Group Homes' debut albums.

Sammy Rae & The Friends Are Your Reassuring Guide For Life On "No Rulebook"

By JR on 4:41 PM

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Let the pleasant sounds of Sammy Rae & The Friends take you by the hand, allowing you to feel confident within the uncertainty of life. No one ever said it would be easy, but it doesn't have to be so hard when the music is your guide. Such is the case in the uplifting sound of "No Rulebook". Like the bloom of a flower toward the rays of the sun, this tune is bound to keep your head up. Sammy Rae & The Friends are the light as they project beautifully with a laid-back groove and heartfelt songwriting led by Sammy Rae's golden voice. 

Below, Sammy Rae & The Friends align their outstanding sound with a classic by Tears For Fears. "Everybody Wants To Rule The World" shows the originality of a singer who is attracting more and more ears as Sammy goes to town. 

Take Your Time On Love With The Music of Singer Lamont Dozier Jr

By JR on 12:23 PM

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There's nothing like the sound of music to capture some of the best moments of life and make them feel prolonged. Such is the case with the soulful sound of Lamont Dozier Jr who takes his time on love and  the art of R&B. If this indeed the son of the great Motown songwriter Lamont Dozier, he's done a good job following in his father's footsteps.

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