The two time group DMC Champions C2C just dropped a remix of the Stevie Wonder’s Superstition and they bring the heat. These guys are the real deal, they aren’t your typical scratch djs, they are party rockers who aren’t afraid cross genres and use different sounds in their production.The scratch purists may not like deviation from the hip hop sound, they can’t argue about C2C’s sound scratch skills. C2C comes correct!
Check out the remix, it is a free download!
Add another one to the illustrious list of promising UK Soul singers. It is the golden era for young singers and Billie Black, the nineteen year old jazz singer, is ready to make her impact. Although the talented singer veers from the classical soul jazz sound to more of an electronic hybrid, her voice is flawless. Billie Black has just released two singles, the first single I Don’t Need Another Lover has this eerie production with these dark deep drums which contrasts perfectly over her smooth voice. Check out the two singles below, and expect her EP to drop this summer.
Sunday Mornings and Jazz go synonymously together but I couldn’t wait for Sunday. The Belgian soul jazz singer Siam just dropped the new single Same Thing and it is just perfect. Her voice is just mesmerizing over the laid back jazzy beat. After the song finishes, you are left wanting more and all you can do is hit repeat. I couldn’t find too much about the promising artist. All I know, if Siam keeps releasing these dope tracks, she will be turning heads for sure. Check the visuals below too!
One of the most astonishing thing about music is that its ability to transcend language, culture, and geography. Regardless of our differences, music is a commonality and it can be a basis for unification. The Dutch producer Tantu captures this trait through his debut album Language of Beats. Tantu has travelled throughout Europe and Asia gathering different influences to create this laid back album. The album is a historical journey through hiphop from the early boom bap to the modern trap while keeping the mellow sound as a cornerstone. This album is precisely crafted with tight drums and smooth samples,I highly recommend this album. Set back and listen to the chilled out beats.
The year is more than halfway over and it is with great sadness to lose another soul great. The legend Bobby Womack died on June 27th, 2014 at age 70. I can still remember the first time I heard Across 110th Street, it was like story being told to me, I felt like I was there on the street plainly observing the surroundings. I think what made Bobby Womack so special was his ability to put so much emotion into his songs, it was like you were all of sudden part of the song. Raphael Saadiq wanted to pay homage to the great Bobby Womack by dedicating the song Gonna Miss U. Check it out, Bobby Womack would be proud!
Amerigo Gazaway, the mash-up king, just dropped the second instalment of his marvelous collaboration Yasiin Gaye, While the first instalment primarily focused on Marvin Gaye’s singing, this release delves deeper into Marvin’s production. With the changing focus, Amerigo Gazaway was able to expand the collaboration by featuring other artists such as Talib Kweli, the Temptations, and Chuck Berry.Don’t be worried, Marvin’s vocals are still blended with Mos Def’s raps. I highly recommend this album, don’t sleep and cop this album.
Erykah Badu is the queen of neo-soul, her longevity is unmatched. She has released more than 4 studio albums and is still making dope music. I think what sets her apart from most artists is that even with the progression of her sound, she is still at the top of her game, she hasn’t faltered at any point in her music career. Question, the super talented dj from Southern California, pays hommage to the queen with his new mixtape Baduist. Question doesn’t just make regular mixes, he brings almost an anthropological approach to his mixes. It is like he documents the subject matter by diggin for original breaks and unreleased tracks while still showcasing the hits. Go grab this mixtape here, it is free!
Since the untimely death of the talented Aaliyah, neo-soul/rnb has had a huge void that no one has been able to completely fill. Well the time is now, Rochelle Jordan, the Toronto Songstress, is ready to step up and try to fill that spot. It is impossible not make the comparison between Rochelle Jordan and Aaliyah. As like Aaliyah, Rochelle Jordan has a powerful yet smooth voice, and the versatility of Rochelle Jordan’s voice is evident by the different productions styles she chooses to sing over. Rochelle Jordan has just dropped the new single Lowkey, the eerie and dark mellow beat flows perfectly with her smooth and calm voice. Check it out!
The remix king Amerigo Gazaway dropped a new single off his side two collaboration Yasiin Gaye. He doesn’t make just regular mash up albums; Amerigo Gazaway is a master of interweaving deconstructed soul samples with chopped up raps from such greats as De La Soul and Pharcyde. The new single takes Mos Def aka Yasiin Bey’s Travellin’ Man and is blended with Marvin Gaye’s Distant Lovers. This is Mr. Gazaway’s second edition of Travellin Man in the series but he eloquently creates a completely new song that is only related by the name. Highly Recommended! Go download the single and look for album Yasiin Gaye: The Return (Side Two) coming out soon.
The ultra-talented UK singer Sasha Keable just dropped her second EP Lemongrass and Limeleaves a couple of days ago. While her first EP Blackbook was more reserved to solidify her as a top rnb singer, this EP is about exploring different styles while showcasing Sasha Keable’s skillful versatility. The first single Living Without You has this catchy 80s soul fee that flows perfectly with her strong vocals. But in my opinion, the standout track of the EP is Memories; Sasha Keable’s smooth voice stands out over the subtle dulled down piano. Go cop this EP from here, it is free!
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