Jazz

Black Radio 2

Posted by modulatorsoul on October 30, 2013
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Robert Glasper the multi talented jazz pianist released his second instalment of his Black Radio Series.  The album features some real hiphop and soul heavyweights which includes Jill Scott, Common, Dwele and a few more. Robert Glasper has this unbelievable vision for both jazz and music in general, he truly strays from the conventional and traditional form to really amalgamating different sounds and genres into his music. While he may lose some of the jazz purists, I think he really gains a wider audience and allows them to hear jazz in a very different way. If you haven’t check out the first instalment cop it before you listen to this one.

Grandma’s Hands

Posted by modulatorsoul on October 22, 2013
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ModulatorSoul is back and the music keeps coming. During my mini hiatus, UK’s Ayanna Witter-Johnson dropped the new single Grandma’s hands off her upcoming EP Black Panther. Grandma’s hands was originally done by Bill Withers, most people may not have heard the original but know the sample from Blackstreet’s No Diggity. The original had this bluesy soul sound but Ayanna flips it to have this darker jazz sound but stays true to the bluesy sound with the guitar and violin. The new sound fits perfectly over Ayanna’s stunning voice. Check out the new single, and keep your eyes open for Black Panther, it is set to drop Dec 4, 2013.

Fresh Green

Posted by modulatorsoul on October 7, 2013
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Polish beatmaker Blazo is soon to drop his second instalment of his jazzy beat series Colors of Jazz.  Blazo is genius in creating these heavily layered mellow beats that lets you appreciate the subtleties of jazz while keeping true to the boom bap style. He released three teaser tracks to get you hyped up for the album, however there still isn’t a release date yet.  My favourite song is Fresh Green and man it is on heavy rotation. The combination of the piano and xylophone with the horns playing creates this super soothing sound. This song is perfect for a night’s drive. Check it out!

Liquid Spirit

Posted by modulatorsoul on August 12, 2013
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Coming off the critical acclaim from his album Be Good, jazz virtuoso Gregory Porter released the titled single to his new album Liquid Spirit. This album will be his first on the legendary record label Blue Note. Mr. Porter has a powerful and mesmerizing voice and with the production being handled Brian Bacchus, this album is sure to be a classic. Check it out!

Late Night Jazz for Baby Makers

Posted by modulatorsoul on June 19, 2013
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Mr. Moods

Mr. Moods keeps releasing dope material, Late Night Jazz for Baby Makers is his newest release. The album pays respect to the innovators, carefully incorporating subtle jazz samples while adding his distinct hip hop sound.  The title says it all, invite your girl over for the night and play this album. You and your girl may get a surprise in a couple of weeks!

Mr. Moods

Posted by modulatorsoul on May 26, 2013
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Mr. Moods’s new jazz interpretation album Jazz Reinvented is a dope combination of classic jazz, downtempo, with some bangin hip hop production. The whole album has this chilled out mellow vibe, layered with some great jazz samples. This is a late night album, it should be listened to while smoking a bunch cigarettes, contemplating the night.

8 Miles to Moenart

Posted by modulatorsoul on May 20, 2013
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8 Miles to Moenart is Tall Black Guy’s debut album on the First Word Records imprint. He has been receiving praise for his innovative and creative production which includes winning the Robert Glasper Remix Contest.   His debut album is culmination of the various influences that Tall Black Guy received growing up in Detroit.  Hiphop beats laden with soul flips and jazz samples, Highly Recommended!