K, Le Maestro – Make It Hot ft Big Wave & Josephin Bovién
Sexy soul from London’s K, Le Maestro with stellar, sultry vocals from Josephin Bovién. This week has just begun, but this is a strong contender for one of the best things I’ll hear over the next 7 days. As the temperature drops, this one is perfect for creating warmth through body heat!.. →
Mecca:83 – Lalah (Download)
Fresh off the news that his track wouldn’t appear on the new Gallant album due to sample clearance issues, Mecca:83 drops a quick gem to show us he’s undaunted. Here’s what inspiration from one of the dopest soul sistas on the scene right now sounds like. Enjoy and grab this one.. →
Waajeed – Detroit Love Vol. 3
Waajeed is a staunch Detroit representer, and as a co-founder of Slum Village, no one can test his mettle as a true flag bearer for The D. I’ve been a huge fan of Waajeed, and have been supporting this brother from the Bling47 days all the way up to Dirt Tech Reck. I’ve always trusted.. →
Marquis Hill – A New Life
I’ve been a fan of trumpeter/composer, Marquis Hill since I scooped up Modern Flows II almost a year ago. Little did I know I was 6 albums behind at the time. He released his 8th album, Love Tape, last month and I’ve finally gotten around to digesting it and it’s a largely fulfilling.. →
Natural Lateral – Cogito Ergo Jam
Natural Lateral is a 5 man crew who gelled together after numerous Jam sessions. Their near telepathic communication comes across through the tight grooves we find on their debut album, Cogito Ergo Jam. I was hooked from lead single, Bossa Blue but by the time you get to Stalagmite you’re.. →
Rainer Truby – Soulgliding
I became familiar with Rainer from his work with Truby Trio and whenever I see his name, I always check him out. Feb 2020, he’s dropping a 2 vinyl/CD album via BBE records compiled of records that help define a phrase he coined, Soulgliding, which is also the title of the album. Rainer defines.. →
Roy Ayers – We Live In Brooklyn Baby (Opolopo Tweak)
At around 95BPM, Roy Ayers’ We Live in Brooklyn has always been a tune that is guaranteed to get you a headnod when it plays. Swedish producer Opolopo completely changes that with his “tweak” which is available now on GAMM Records. Ramping it up to a dancefloor friendly 120BPM, Opolopo.. →
The Shure Shot (DJ Rahdu & Suaze) – Jazz Set at Domestique Panache Grand Opening
My preference for music has shifted largely to the Jazz side of things, so I’m elated that I get to spin Jazz in Birmingham next Thu, Nov 21! The homie Suaze & I will provide the soundtrack for the Grand Opening of Domestique Panache on the Southside of BHM from 6-9 PM. Come thru, enjoy some.. →
Jaidene Veda – Don’t Stop (Monodeluxe Original Mix)
Jaidene Veda is preparing to release her 6th album next year. It will be an acoustic affair and you can help her raise money for it on her Indiegogo page until Nov 17th. In the meantime, the 20 year house veteran has released a few remixes of the lead acoustic track on Bandcamp and I’m loving.. →
