leon bridges | coming home
Leon Bridges‘ first strides as a retro-soul artist prompted comparisons to R&B legends like Sam Cooke and Otis Redding. A singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Bridges performed in and around Fort Worth, Texas and stirred up music industry interest with analog recordings, produced by Justin Block and Austin Jenkins of White Denim. Signed to major-label Columbia, his […]
scotch
Swarvy links with bassist Jerry Thompson III and band mate Ryan McKenney to compose “Scotch,” his first official release of original, sample-free music. Channeling the grooves and moods of 70s jazz and funk, Swarvy shapes the raw instrumentation with modern production techniques to make an album that sounds distantly familiar, yet still new and unique […]
magnetica
‘Magnetica’ the new album from Quantic, is out now! The LP finds British born Will “Quantic” Holland revisiting his roots as an electronic producer, blending cutting-edge and distinctive production with elements of folk, reggae, soul, highlife, cumbia and more, and demonstrating the rare quality and artistry that has enchanted fans and tastemakers across the world, over more than a […]
favourite things | 4.14
Our soundcloud selection for april is now closed and ready for streaming. 4.14 is a selection of 45 great songs and remixes, randomly arranged. Some songs are free downloads! Check out our latest selections on the daily updated soundcloud page.
please rewind
The Moonchild trio from L.A. released their second album. “Please Rewind” is a very soulful jazz influenced album. The vocal additions comes by Amber, have a listen to the whole album below. Order your copy now on Bandcamp and iTunes.
soul movement vol. 2
After some preview tracks/videos over the last months, Slakah the Beatchild has finally dropped his new LP. “Soul Movement Vol. 2” is the fourth release of the canadian producer since 2010. You can stream the entire album below! The album is available on Bandcamp or iTunes.
emma jean
Lee Fields has re-teamed with The Expressions for a new album, “Emma Jean” out June 3rd on Brooklyn’s Truth & Soul Records. The cover version of JJ Cale’s “Magnolia” is the first single lifted from the album. Pre-order soon!
bishouné: alma del huila
Singer, composer and multi-instrumentalist Gabriel Garzón-Montano, spent his early years mastering the violin, guitar, and drums, before turning to the piano and bass guitar to better complete his compositions. He now released his debut album debut EP “Bishouné – Alma del Huila” via Styles Upon Styles. Stream the entire LP below via Bandcamp.
expansion sound vol. 1
To celebrate the relaunch of their musical family, enjoy 30 tracks of soulful goodness from the Expansions Collective, as well as some of their extended family. Featuring some tracks by well known producers such as Amin Payne, Buscrates, Handbook, Mecca:83, Moods, Question,Vanilla and many more. The album is available as Bandcamp donation. All profits from this release […]
favourite things | 1.14
2014 first volume of our soundcloud selection “favourite things” holds 47 selected tracks. Check out all previous sets and more music on our soundcloud page.
i’m tryin’
DeRobert & The Half-Truths return with their sophomore LP “I’m Tryin’” available since January 14th. The new record was recorded almost two years ago at Poor Man Studios in Nashville, Tennessee. Following the path set by 2011’s “Beg Me” EP, the record features lush melodic layers of syncopated soul under the gorgeous vocals of the […]
give the people what they want
The release of the fifth studio album by Sharon Jones and The Dap Kings, was delayed last summer due to the small matter of the reigning queen of retro funk and soul having been diagnosed with cancer of the bile duct. “Give The People What They Want” will be out on January 14th on Daptone […]
favourite things | 12.13
Our latest soundcloud selection of december ’13 contains another 43 fine songs by bklyn’s favourite artists and producers. Feel free to check out the playlist and don’t forget, some tracks are free-downloads. Find all previous sets and more music on our soundcloud page.
record kicks ’03-’13
Records Kicks is giving away their Xmas Collection, featuring some of the best tracks and artists from their catalogue, plus special bonus tracks. Download the compilation for free via Bandcamp – from 19th December to 6th January. Official | Bandcamp | Facebook | Twitter | Soundcloud
food for my soul | vol. 50
Food For My Soul Volume 50 features powerful songs by artists such as Otis Clay, The Temptations, Isaac Hayes, Syl Johnson, Solomon Burke, Nina Simone, Gladys Knight and The Pips, Aretha Franklin, and more. 70 minutes unmixed, one fades out, then another begins. Listen mobile on Soundcloud or Mixcloud. Enjoy. Tracklist after the jump.
master plan inc.
Jazzman Records recently released very rare material from Master Plan Inc., a band from Chicago led by Fred Shorts. All songs are previously unreleased, so if you’re into modern soul, 70s funk, smooth mid-tempo crossover dancers or high energy funk blasts – you’re in for a treat! Available now at Jazzman’s online store. Support: Jazzman Records | Facebook […]
september 1200
SePtember 1200 is a 12-track instrumental album inspired by Preservation’s sharing of the same birth date – September 12th – as the one and only Barry White. The concept of the album is based on material sourced from the maestro’s discography and produced solely on the 10-second sampling time of the classic drum machine, the SP-1200. […]
record kicks 10th
After 109 releases, 51 international artists, Record Kicks celebrate their 10th anniversary. From deep funk to (northern) soul, afrobeat, dancefloor jazz and rocksteady. The compilation is a collection of Record Kicks hits filled up with many exclusive contributions that will give you a full spectrum of the sounds they love. Featuring songs by Hannah Williams & […]