morning phase
You can now listen to “Blue Moon”, the first song to be taken from Beck‘s forthcoming album “Morning Phase”, which is set for release on February 24. Speaking about the album previously, Beck told Rolling Stone: “I’m just fumbling around with chords and a mood. The songs are coming out of a California tradition. I’m hearing […]
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.
the boogie vol. 4
Tokyo Dawn Records series of boogie breaks “The Boogie” turns four, aiming at take selected 80’s sounds of our youth to new levels of funk. Connecting the dots between early electro, hip hop and house, this compilation redefines boogie based on neon synths, soul chords and a decent portion of robot funk. Feel invited to ride […]
yasiin gaye
Amerigo Gazaway‘s new “Soul Mates” series continues the theme of his previous work in creating collaborations that never were. On the series’ first installment, the producer unites Brooklyn rapper Yasiin Bey (Formerly Mos Def) and soul legend Marvin Gaye for a dream collaboration aptly titled “Yasiin Gaye”. Building the album’s foundation from deconstructed samples of […]
inner fire
The Souljazz Orchestra from Canada are about to release their new LP “Inner Fire”. They’ve now dropped the official video for the cover version of Andy Bey and Gary Bartz Ntu Troop’s “Celestial Blues”. It’s created from public domain NASA documentary footage from the 80′s, Pre-order the Inner Fire LP via iTunes, available from February 25th via Strut Records Support: Official […]
rising son
Ascendant trumpeter and composer Takuya Kuroda makes his Blue Note debut with the release of “Rising Son”, produced by José James. The album finds Kuroda stepping forth to helm James’ remarkable band (keyboardist Kris Bowers, bassist Solomon Dorsey, drummer Nate Smith, trombonist Corey King) plus vocal contributions from James (“Everybody Loves The Sunshine”) and a […]
sonic boom vol. 4
Giant Step’s ‘Sonic Boom’ series, compiled by Maiya Norton goes into it’s fourth installment. The current volume features tracks by Iman Omari, BOSCO, Mndsgn, Jessica Newry, Muhsinah, THEESatisfaction, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, Joya Mooi, Def Sound, Nikko Gray, Coultrain and Byron The Aquarius. Volume 1, 2 and 3 are still available on Bandcamp. Support: Giant Step | Bandcamp | Maiya Norton
3 years of soulection
On their 3rd Year Anniversary the Soulection Label want to present a compilation that reflects the label and the progression that they have made in these past three years. From the very first release on January 24, 2011 all the way until today. Get the best tracks from each of the releases. Available for free […]
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 […]
basementality 2
Amp Fiddler is back and about to release “Basementality 2”, his new EP. If you pre-order now, you’ll get the song “Take It” featuring Raphael Saddiq for free. Place your order via Bandcamp. Support: Official | Facebook | Twitter | Bandcamp
200k
Ninja Tune is giving away a specially curated selection of tracks for their 200k Facebook friends, feat. music from FaltyDL, Illum Sphere, BLee Bannon, Beat Spacek (Steve Spacek), Andreya Triana and more. Download here. Support: Official | Facebook | Soundcloud | Twitter
step brothers
The debut album “Lord Steppington” from Step Brothers aka Alchemist & Evidence finally hit the stores worldwide. You can stream and preview the album in it’s entirety below. The 14-track project features Action Bronson, Styles P, Fashawn, Roc Marciano, and more. Out now via Rhymesayers. Purchase on iTunes or Amazon. Support: Rhymesayers | Alchemist | Evidence | Facebook
mo kolours
Producer Mo Kolours is about to release his self-titled debut album on March 24th via One-Handed Music. On the new album he displays dazzling inventiveness and joyous spirit – unsurprising for someone raised on the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Lee Perry and A Tribe Called Quest while remaining ever curious about his Indian Ocean roots. Listen to […]
andrew ashong
We recently blogged a new track of Andrew Ashong‘s upcoming new EP. Below you can now find the soundcloud-stream of the entire EP. “Special” is definitely our favourite track. Out January 27th on Which Way Records. Place your pre-order now on iTunes or Amazon. Support: Official | Soundcloud | Facebook | Twitter | tumblr | Which Way Records
wrong or right
“Wrong or Right” is the title track of Kwabs upcoming 4-track. The release will be out on February 3rd and includes his other tracks “Spirit Fade”, “Last Stand” and a Ben Pearce remix of “Wrong or Right”. Pre-order now on iTunes. Support: Soundcloud | Facebook | Twitter | tumblr
j.rocc enjoyed the experience
Following in the lineage of his series of now-classic megamix 12-inches on both Now-Again and Stones Throw, J.Rocc now tackles the privately-pressed albums found within the oddities contained in Sinecure Books. As per normal, knocking drums, quirky samples and a master’s touch abound on all three selections on this hard-hitting, fast-paced EP. Now-Again will soon offer […]
j.mo
Guitarist Jairus “J.Mo” Mozee from Long Beach, California is giving a way some quality tracks on his Soundcloud page. In the past, he has worked with Robin Thicke, Anthony Hamilton, Prince, and Cee-Lo Green Check out his latest album “The Elevator Album” on iTunes. Support: Soundcloud | Facebook | YouTube
boom bap theory
Boombap: A particular style of hiphop consisting of booming bass kicks, and snappy snare drums, finalized into a Dope beat. Many opinions, debates, and peoples perception of what Boombap is, has caused many heads to be intestered in this dope movement. So here’s Budamunks theory in the form of this dope instrumental LP. Available since […]