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GB – Birthmark Between Eyebrows
Producer GB recently made available an album he completed in 2006, but was never released. Birthmark Between Eyebrows is available for free, no less! Download it here and get ready for some experimental, metaphyscial beats n’ soundscapes. tracks 01. a seed 02. sprouting of the seed 03. photosynthesis (water + sunlight + soil + soul)…
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Slakah The Beatchild and Ayah Videos
Slakah The Beatchild’s Soul Movement Vol 1 was one of my Top albums of 2008, and I recently discovered this video for “Enjoy Ya Self” over at Fresh Selects.It’s self-directed, and nicely done. While on YouTube I then found the other video taken from the same album which shows a slightly different side of Slakah.…
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Weekend Art – Cerasoli Gallery Presents: Glamour and Gloom
Culver City’s art scene is burgeoning and the Cerasoli Gallery is a new, but important player in town. This weekend they present a unique opening featuring three artists: John Grande, Nick Potter and Franziska Klotz. Preview images from Glamour and Gloom here April 18 – May 13 , 2009 Opening Reception: Saturday April 18, 6…
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Soulful Selections
Time for my weekly roundup from some of my blogging colleagues. Here’s a look at what’s going on in other soulful parts of the interweb. Pinboard has a great video from BBC’s 1Xtra which features Ms. Dynamite (‘member her?!) channeling Lauryn Hill – fierce. Ms. Audio Diva highlights a new track from Chrisette Michele’s upcoming…
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Erik Rico + Kissey Asplund Wrap Up
Strictly Social was off the chain as usual last night. Excellent performances from Erik Rico and Kissey Asplund were just the beginning….an impromptu freestyle session featuring cameos from Jimi James and Babystone’s Novena Carmel, and orchestrated by fantastic beat selections from DJ Anthony Valadez, was the highlight. Their birthday serenade to organizer and Nu-Soul founder…
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J Todd – Luxxxurious
J Todd is another producer from the Frite Nite camp (home to B. Bravo). He has a wicked way of making synths sound downright sexy, and when he meshes them with his funky, glitchy, satisfying beats, he creates a sound that hits all the right spots. “Luxxxurious”, taken from his XOXO album, is a prime…
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Limited Edition Signed Erykah Badu Prints On Sale Now!
The wait is over! 100 limited edition 40” X 30” giclee prints signed and numbered by Erykah Badu and artist Steven Lopez are now available exclusively at: www.aftermidnightsoul.com Go claim yours now -these collectors’ items are sure to be snatched up quickly. Part of the proceeds will be donated to Badu’s non-profit, Beautiful Love Incorporated…
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Tiye Phoenix – Half Woman, Half Amazin
Tiye Phoenix used to be part of the Polyrhythm Addicts, who I lurrrved, so I’m definitely checking for her forthcoming solo release on Babygrande, May 26th. Check out her out on Myspace Babygrande is pleased to announce the signing of Tiye Phoenix, former Rawkus artist and member of the supergroup Polyrhythm Addicts, for her solo…
