Theophilus London ft. Jesse Boykins III – Cold Pillow
This is a fantastic slice of moody electro-soul from 2 very buzzed-about artists at the moment – Theophilus London and Jesse Boykins III. “Cold Pillow” is taken from Theophilus’ upcoming project, This Charming Mixtape, a precursor to his debut EP, This Charming Man. After hearing this track I went and downloaded his JAM! mixtape which...
Common S.T.O.R.Y – Beatnick and K-Salaam
So as Common prepares to release Universal Mind Control, an album that I suspect will be either loved or hated in a similar way to Electric Circus, Beatnick & K-Salaam have put together a retrospective that reminds us what we loved about Common in the first place. Common S.(tories) T.(old) O.(ver) R.(emixed) Y.(ears) features some...
Common – Gladiator – Download
So this is the first track from Common’s upcoming Universal Mind Control that I actually like. I used to be a real Common fan, so that’s kinda sad, but anyway, here’s “Gladiator”. Listen: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] Download Gladiator
Peter Hadar – Watermelon – Download
Here’s a new joint from Peter Hadar. “Watermelon” is a collabo with producer Nicolay and features one of his trademark soulful hip-hop beats. It’s taken from a new mixtape from DJ Jamad. Also in the works is a an EP of baby-makin’ music, “She’s 4 Months.” Don’t forget that you can also cop Peter’s excellent...
Jazzanova – Ben Westbeech – I Can See – Video
This is one of the best tracks (IMHO) from Jazzanova’s recent release Of All The Things. Maybe I’m biased cos I also happen to love Ben Westbeech. In any case the song is lovely and the video provides suitable eye candy: And here’s a bonus for ya. Ben’s recent mixtape featuing lots of electro-y, break-y...
Ant Vala X Moovmnt Exclusive Mix
One of my fave DJs X one of my fave blogs = DJ Anthony Valadez‘ Moovmnt.com Mixtape. The mix is 25 minutes of freshness – musically expansive, succinctly mixed, as is the trademark of Mr. Valadez. Download the Anthony Valadez Moovmnt mix immediately! 1. Flying Lotus – King Crosby 2. Sa Ra Creative Partners –...
DJ Graffiti – Hipsters Need Soul Too Mixtape
More good ‘ish coming out of the A-Side camp. The self-proclaimed “Michigan Mixtape King” DJ Graffiti has just released a new mixtape hosted by Buff-1, “Hipsters Need Soul Too.” DJ Graffiti mixes it up with everything from the new-school ‘hipster’-hoppers like Mickey Factz, Cool Kids, Hollyweerd, old-school from Beastie Boys, Eazy E, electro soul from...
The Angel – Kidulthood Opening Theme Remix
Kidulthood is a cult classic movie in the UK, detailing in gritty fashion the lives of London’s teenaged yoof. Drugs, sex, violence and paryting are the order of the day, delivered in a stylized and powerful way by BIFA Award winning director, Menhaj Huda.The movie just got its Stateside release on DVD and in celebration,...
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