conviction
Drummer and composer Kendrick Scott Oracle released his sophomore album, “Conviction”, coming six years after his debut. Jazz great Herbie Hancock said of the musician, “Kendrick is not just a timekeeper. He is a muscian with big ears and a great imagination.” Available now on iTunes or Amazon. Get a free download of “Cycling Through […]
god:lofi
After a month of audio releases and visuals, MeLo-X unveils his latest piece of work the “GOD: LoFi” EP – It’s The God, God. Get it for free via soundcloud below. Support: Soundcloud | Facebook | Twitter | tumblr
the heart vol. 3
First audio previews of Tokyo Dawns compilation series ‘The Heart Volume 3’ are now online on their Soundcloud Page. The third volume features songs by AMALIA, A Race Of Angels, Blaktroniks, GB (Gifted & Blessed), Kissey, Milla Brune, Omar Lye-Fook, Portformat, Positive Flow, Pugs Atomz and many more. The album is available via Tokyo Dawn Records. Support: […]
kwabs
Kwabena Adjepong aka Kwabs is a Ghanaian-born and London resident singer. He recently released some cover songs, there’s a special version of James Blake’s ‘The Wilhem Scream’. ‘Spirit Fade’ is a synthy-based and acoustic guitar sample song, listen below. Support: Facebook | Twitter | Soundcloud | YouTube | tumblr
hammer, anvil & stirrup
‘Hammer, Anvil, Stirrup’ is the debut album from The Sign of Four wich is a new creative concept from the Natural Yogurt Band’s Miles Newbold. Recorded live at Chicken Shack studios in Nottingham, real musical instruments are used to create a swirling jungle of throbbing palpitations evoking the spaced-out vibes of an unsound mind. It’s an […]
jahyu
We found producer TLO’s beat tape ‘JAHYU’ he dropped early 2012. If you’re into beat-diggin’, be sure to check out his EP below and don’t hesitate spending well-invested 5$ on Bandcamp. Support: Twitter | Soundcloud | Bandcamp
digging the blogosphere vol. 2
The guys of parisian music label Heavenly Sweetness now finished digging the blogosphere for volume two of their compilation series. This time the album features tracks by I.N.T , Ta-Ku, Dope Gems, Bonnie Banane, Moodprint, Modlee & Vlooper, Roux Spana, Philip Owusu, Naytronix, Sango, MonkeyRobot, Up High Collective, Monster Sneaker, Noyce and Jacaranda Muse. Enjoy the teaser mix […]
Dusty Milk Crates Vol. 3
This is Condensed Milk’s final installment from the third volume series of Instrumental Compilations. Amin PaYnE and Jackson Miles have carefully selected a number of beat makers that we feel embody the essence of creativity outside of the status quo and represent a part of their city’s involvement in the beat movement. Condensed Milk are […]
yatha bhuta jazz combo
Yatha Bhuta Jazz Combo is the collaborative project between french producers, Onra and Buddy Sativa. Their self-titled album drops April 8th via All City Records. The album consists of 12 tracks of deep spiritual jazz, almost entirely improvised and created as a therapeutic break from their other constraining aliases, and not originally intended for public release. […]
genius & soul
‘Genius + Soul = Hip Hop’ is UK producer Scott Xylo‘s second mixtape, All the soul full and jazzy samples are from the ‘Ray Charles Genius + Soul = Jazz’ album. The tape is available as free download here. Support: Soundcloud | Twitter
they die by dawn
Jeymes Samuel and his musical ensemble The Bullitts bring forth the title track “They Die By Dawn” to their debut album “They Die By Dawn and Other Short Stories”. Featuring Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def, Jay Electronica and Lucy Liu also adds a fitting narration to the track. Release date is set for June 4.
lost soul
Luv N’Haight presents ‘Lost Soul’, a comprehensive collection of material recorded by Geater Davis for the House Of Orange label. The name of the album is an accurate description of the life and career of the legendary blues and soul singer who passed away at age 38 while on the verge of breaking through. Release […]
sunday’s best / monday’s worst
Black Milk returns with a barrage of new music. His first release of the year is a double-single “Sunday’s Best / Monday’s Worst,” which is also a taste of his brand new solo album dropping this Summer. Stream below and purchase here or on iTunes. Support: Official | Facebook | Soundcloud | Twitter
chet faker: live sessions
We mentioned Chet Faker‘s ‘Live Sessions‘ few weeks ago. The EP containing recordings made at the old Buttery Factory/Australia is now available as free download. Watch the series on YouTube and visit Fakers Facebook for the free download. Don’t forget to check out his EP ‘Thinking in Textures’ which is still available on iTunes. Support: Official | YouTube | Facebook | Soundcloud | Twitter
tuxedo
Mayer Hawthorne & Jake One are mysterious L.A. funk duo Tuxedo. They’ve dropped their debut EP for free on Soundcloud, give them a listen! Support: Official | Facebook | Soundcloud | Twitter
elusive
Hyleen Gil is a french soul singer, she’s currently recording her upcoming album due to the end of this year. During this time of work Gotta Records released a couple of live cover recordings. Enjoy Hyleens Gil’s voice, a piano and some FX featuring Gotta. Free download below. Support: Facebook | Bandcamp | Twitter | […]
nobody can live forever
Tim Maia, the Brazilian Funk Soul Godfather was the real thing. His 1970 debut album introduced his audacious talent, as well as North American soul and funk musical influences, forever changing Brazilian popular music. His legendary appetites sought out carnal AND spiritual fulfillment in equal measure. He bought 100 hits of LSD and handed them […]
AlunaGeorge
After their cover version of Frank Ocean’s ‘Thinkin Bout You’ the singer-songwriter & producer duo AlunaGeorge dropped a special rework of Disney’s Jungle Book song ‘I Wanna Be Like You’ at their latest BBC Maida Vale live session. Tune in below and check out their music on iTunes and Soundcloud. Support: Facebook | Soundcloud | Twitter