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Collectors Item - Music, Art and Life: D' Angelo
Marvin Jupiter, Ill & Al Skratch Bring A New Bounce To D' Angelo's "Lady"


The rush within a man who discovers that special someone is expressed in fine form as these talents reignite the flame of D' Angelo's "Lady". With energetic rhythm and synth-driven sound, Marvin Jupiter's remix is designed to rock a party to the unmistakable sound of Broken Beat. It's an attractive arrangement brings a new dimension to this classic, transforming it into a very festive affair. The Ill & Al Skratch blend of "Lady"/"I'll Take Her" takes it to the streets of 90's NYC with it's laid back and soulful Hip Hop vibe.

Multi-Instrumentalist Warren Wolf Vibes-Out To D' Angelo's "Lady"


Warren Wolf is an accomplished American jazz musician known for his expertise in playing the vibraphone, drums, and piano. On this cover of D' Angelo's "Lady", Warren lends the unique joy of Jazz to redefine an R&B classic. Jazz has always been good at shining light upon a woman's presence. In this moment, Warren Wolf displays his musical brilliance in the art of love. Something smooth from Warren's latest album "Chano Pozo: Origins". 

DJ Center Spins D’Angelo-Inspired Tunes, Live at the Black Messiah Release Party

By JR on 7:26 PM

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ALL VINYL, 100% Soul. Nothing but D’angelo inspired tunes! LIVE from D’Angelo & The Vanguard’s Black Messiah release party at Converse Rubber Tracks in Brooklyn, NY 1.16.15. 

The special limited edition release of "Black Messiah" now available on CD here at Amazon.



Dawn Of The Black Messiah: Discover Emerging Artists Inspired by The Return Of D'Angelo

By JR on 6:06 PM

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As D'Angelo re-emerges to drop his heavily anticipated album, a new era of talented artists and fans share their support for the Black Messiah. Enjoy the soulful sounds and get connected with an emerging generation of music makers who have made themselves known by sharing their praise for D's 2014 album across social media on the day of it's release. From Hip Hop to R&B/Soul, Dance and Boogie, the influence of D'Angelo's artistry endures over a decade since his last classic album release.




































Audio: The Native Tongues Quartet Play J-Dilla, Watch The Throne, Q-Tip and More


Enjoy as the Native Tongues Quartet inject energy, imagination and diversity into their performance as they expand upon Hip Hop, Rock and Jazz classics for 2 hours, live @ The Jazz Cellar. Inspired by the rhythm of Hip Hop as equally as the soulful swing of traditional Jazz, this emerging young band put it down in playing the music of J-Dilla, Watch The Throne, Radiohead and more influential modern artists.

Part 1:

0:00 : E=MC2/Intro (Fantastic Vol.2)
3:02 : No Church In The Wild (K.West & Jay Z)
13:08 : Beatrice (S.Rivers)/Gyöngyhajú lány (Omega)
25:29 : Pink Matter (F.Ocean)
32:06 : Weird Fishes/Arpeggi (Radiohead)
39:18 : Yes Or No (W.Shorter)
50:45 : J Dilla The Greatest(K.Riggins)/Renaissance Rap(Q Tip)

Part 2 (below):

0:00 : Common Medley: Introspective/Real Nigga Quotes/I Used To Love H.E.R/Nag Champa/Thelonious
12:56 : Invitation(B.Kaper)/U And Ur Smile(J.Dilla)
24:13 : Marvin's Room(Drake)
34:10 : And I Love Her(Lennon/McCartney)/Pop's Rap P.II(Common)
39:24 : Black Swan(T.Yorke)
47:34 : On A Slow Boat To China(F.Loesser)
52:03 : Bitch Don't Kill My Vibe(K.Lamar)/The Root(D'Angelo)
1:00:32 : If You See Her Say Hello(B.Dylan)/Look Of Love(J.Dilla)

Drums: Miles Wong
Bass: Stephen Edwards
Guitar: Trevor Peverley
Trombone: Nebyu Yohannes

Audio: D'Angelo & ?uestlove Play Classics at "Brothers In Arms" Philadelphia Show



"The concert at the Theater Of Living Arts in Philadelphia got recorded and shared. Hitting on covers from Sly & The Family Stone, Ohio Players, Prince, Bobby Womack and the S.O.S Band, this is just simply fantastic!"

Spotted at HeavySoulBrutha's Put The Needle On the Record

"Cruisin" - D 'Angelo/Smokey Robinson Cover By Teza Sumendra



Teza Sumendra puts his stamp on this soulful love tune withhis  outstanding vocal talent, bringing a mix of smoothness, emotion and ear-opening nuances in his performance to enhance the vibe of the song. By drawing influence from Smokey Robinson's classic writing, Teza brings part of himself to "Crusin" in a way which encourages fans of R&B/Soul to admire his ability as a singer and hopefully want to hear more.

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