Thirteen years ago today, Roger Troutman, the beloved leader of the influential 80′s R&B group Zapp passed away. I’d like to take a moment today to honor his life with a few documentary clips and tracks. Salute to a man who re-invented R&B and inspired whole generations who came after him. R.I.P. Roger! Interview with…
“THEESatisfaction are Stasia Irons and Catherine Harris-White. Stas was born and raised in Tacoma, Cat in Seattle and Hawaii. The pair live/laugh/love/dance and create in Seattle, WA. They write, produce and perform their own material, funk-psychedelic feminista sci-fi epics with the warmth and depth of Black Jazz and Sunday morning soul, frosted with icy raps…
FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK FOOTWORK “One of the longest serving footwork lynchpins, Cornelius Ferguson AKA Traxman, makes his presence felt on Planet Mu with his new album, ‘Da Mind of Traxman’, justifying just why he has a reputation as one of Chicago’s most versatile DJs and producers. His…
Deft is a Croydon-based producer I came across while listening to the Maya Jane Coles DJ Kicks. His leading track ‘Loqux & Past’ really set off the mix in the right direction. Below you can listen to his most recent tracks as well as checking out his earlier releases, including a free compilation which he…
Synkro has just dropped his Broken Promise EP which is rife with new, dreamy tunes to set off your week. With all the abrasive, ear-smashing tunes in the world to today it’s nice to have the balance with some mature and sophisticated bass. Check out some of the best tracks below, grab the free download,…
Here’s a plethora of remixes from Battle’s four part Dross Glop remix series. Remixer culprits include Hudson Mohawke, The Alchemist, Shabazz Palaces, Kode9 and many more. Stream the remixes below then scroll down further to peep some exclusive dope tracks from their recent Fact Mix. Blazing hotness: Boredoms – Super You Hudson Mohawke – Costas…
Released by: Project Mooncircle www.projectmooncircle.com Release date: May 4, 2012 Format: Limited Edition Clear Vinyl and Digital. Written, produced and mixed by SWEATSON KLANK formerly know as TAKE “With over ten years’ experience in the music game, including three full length albums and a slew of EPs, Sweatson Klank – formerly known as Take –…
Here’s a new remix tape from the ever prolific Raja. Everything from NaS to ODB flipped and flopped all over some freaky beats. Just how we like then: Download Here: http://www.mediafire.com/?udo3wgbsatm8y3d (ZIP)
Fuck yes for new Napolian material but fuck me for not listening to it/posting it sooner. With the Mexican Summer co-sign, Napolian is hitting us with his dopest shit yet, with synths smashing you across the face all the way through this EP. Pure bliss is all I have to say but MS put it…
B. Lewis is back at it and bringing Miles Bonny along for the ride. If this isn’t an EP defining the genre “future soul” then I don’t know what is. You won’t regret listening to this one… Egg Black EP by Miles Bonny x B.Lewis
From the label WotNot, comes the first solo release of K15, a UK DJ and beat maker. It’s an impressive first effort, blending both downtempo hip hop grooves and forward looking electronic music. This beat tape is definitely worth a listen: Also check out this dope remix of Zhane’s ‘Crush’: K15 Twitter: http://twitter.com/k15music Bandcamp: http://k15music.bandcamp.com…
G-Funk is NOT dead! I was definitely moved by the music today at this popping battle I attended which consisted of some great revival G-Funk. One of the artists who was getting a lot of spins was Dogg Master, a French artist who is keeping the West Coast style alive over in Europe. Think of…
Stalley and Block Beattaz have teamed up to bring us an amazing mixtape based around the definition and pursuit of the American Dream. If you like the vibes on ‘Lincoln Way Nights’ then I think you’ll definitely feel this new release. I haven’t been through it enough times yet to decide if I like it…
“Quakers is a hip-hop collective boasting 35 members which orbits around a core of three producers: Fuzzface, 7-Stu-7 and Katalyst. Fuzzface is better known as Portishead’s Geoff Barrow, a long-time Stones Throw supporter in touch with Peanut Butter Wolf since championing the Jaylib album back in 2004. 7-Stu-7 is Portishead’s engineer and in-house producer at Invada Records in…
Here are the video’s so far from DVA’s most recent release ‘Pretty Ugly’. ‘Why You Do’ is incredible….take a peep: DVA:Why You Do feat A.L. (Hyperdub 2012) from Hyperdub on Vimeo. DVA: Eye Know Feat Natalie Maddix from Hyperdub on Vimeo. DVA: Where I Belong (Hyperdub 2012) from Hyperdub on Vimeo.
