I swear, I’ve only just fallen back from Vol.1. Perfect time to drop the next instalment, thanks to the brother; D. Begun. All praise is due as we’re whisked through mash-up-ville. Well executed blends utilising Esco’s vocals and Lord Quas’ beats. If you don’t dig this then there’s no pleasing you. I can help hoping…
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Beautiful Disco – Heavy Rotation
Shouts to Fuzzoscope for this deliciously wavy free download. Coming in at a weighty 18-tracks long, the project ticks multiple boxes with chill wave, soul infused, snare-snapping instrumentals taking heads on the Beautiful Disco tour. Free is always the magic number but take a second to consider the creators and sling some coin. This is…
Maybe Sun – Pool
Word on the street is that Maybe Sun wanted to release a Funk tribute EP for the Summer after acquiring a load of analogue equipment. This is the outcome. That pure, unapologetic, unadulterated funk for your head-piece. Melody Sun established itself way back in 2015 as a platform for both physical and digital domain releases…
Phoenix and the Flower Girl – greenhouse EP
I have been a fan of Phoenix and the Flower Girl for a hot minute as they say. Each release has been a treat. Spoken word/smooth baritone type of vocals from Phoenix Troy with art direction from “The Flower Girl. Together they create a whimsical world of audio-visual gems. Gems which you would do well…
Ace Tee – Bist du down ?
I have no idea how, but Ace Tee & this overly-infectious track (with 90’s inspired visuals) slipped through my internet. Kwam.e‘s warm and full-bodied beat completely passed me by. I’m lowkey gutted that this has been around for approximately 8 months without me hearing/seeing. Shame on me. Shouts to the stylist. Bump & enjoy!
Danny Brown – Lost
Detroit’s Danny on his rapitty-rap tip. Its good to hear Danny staying true to his diverse roots. A versatile MC with the ability to flip it on any beat. & he truly flips it on this one. Directed by Matilda Finn.
devonwho – mobb_deep_godpt3 (devremix)
20th June 2017, Rapper Prodigy, one half of the duo Mobb Deep passed away. May we never forget his contribution to the development & progression of hip hop music and its culture. He provided countless self-aware/reflective, raw quotable lyrics that have already stood the test of time. May his music live on. Rest in Peace…
VIDEO: Chuuwee – Desire
Shouts to Chuuwee always with the dope production/selection & thought-provoking lyrics. The Cali-based MC can come with the street-savvy bars or kick book knowledge, often flipping between both styles with ease. Desire lays bare the creative personal wants & wishes making “Desire” an intriguingly personal track. Check the visuals (direction from Alan Michael & Chuuwee)…
Zara McFarlane – All Africa
As the summer sun prepares to beat down in all its Vitamin C glory, breathe easy in the knowledge that you can always rely on the good folks at Brownswood Recordings to provide the perfectly-timed excellent music. “All Africa” sees Zara McFarlane‘s crystal clear vocals washing over a re-worked version of Max Roach’s avant-garde protest…
DBegun – Nasimoto
Huge props to DBegun for fusing two of my faves. Only good things can happen when one combines music of such a high calibre . God level hip hop from the years of olde. Back when mixtapes were actual cassettes and albums got the attention, rotation and critical acclaim they deserved. If you’re unfamiliar with…
ScienZe – Kind of Dessert
It’s been a bit of time between courses, but we all know that all good things come to those that wait. ScienZe‘s “Kind of Dessert” is a 14-strong platter of delectable bites. An overly-dope project with quality beats & bars serving as the perfect follow-up to “Food“. The New York native picks up where he…
Tokoyo – Singles
Winter heat from German beatmaker Tokoyo. His project Singles is a moody, lo-fi, loop-ladden project that starts off strong with the instantly-recognizable vocal from the Queen’s Bridge general and continues in a similarly strong vein. Tokoyo manuvers the listener through 7-tracks of chill terrain changing tempos & moods without ever switching the vibe. A…
NxWorries (Anderson.Paak & Knxwledge) – Sidepiece (VIDEO)
YES LAWD! New NxWorries visuals thanks to Ruff Mercy & Ross Harris, filmed on location in the famed Stones Throw Dungeon. A deeply soulful track serving as a perfect example of the undiluted levels of soul that this duo reach. More power to both of these individuals.