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.
While Andreya Triana is working on her second album, the UK songstress released the single Song For A Friend. The basic and simplified combination of her vocals over the piano emphasizes the rawness of the lyrics. She speaks her heart on this single and I love it!
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!
There is something special hearing a bangin horns section while watching monochromatic cinema. Myron & E’s new visuals for their single If I Gave You My Love shows the risks of love. I love the scenes of couples dancing, it really brings out that we are social beings and the joy that comes with that comfort. Myron & E will be dropping their debut album Broadway on the Stones Throw imprint this summer. You can download the song here
It has been over 7 years since J Dilla passed away, yet he is still probably the most prolific and gifted producer that hip hop will ever see. Throughout his career, he produced music for so many artists but the most impressive thing is all his music is still relevant today. A.L.out of the UK drops her Laid Back EP where she sings over Dilla beats. Her smooth vocals create another deep layer over the tight production. Cop it!
Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings are heavyweights in the funk and soul game. Retreat is their newest single from the upcoming album Give the People What They Want and they comeback with their signature sound of soulful vocals backed by tight horns. Highly Recommended!
iamJENI cooks up some ridiculous covers of Rihanna’s Stay and Justin Timberlake’s Suit and Tie. iamJENI hails from Cupertino, California, and the west coast vibe comes through the laid back production of both tracks. Dope Vocals and Tight Production!
Ben Jamin is a beatmaker out of Auckland City, New Zealand. He recently released his Seasons EP. Ben Jamin creates these mellow beats with elements of downtempo, jazz, and hip hop all mixed in. The title track features vocals from Mahalia Simpson. Her soulful voice fits perfectly over his chilled production. Check it out!
Kero One is an MC/Producer hailing from San Francisco, California. His 2006 debut album Windmills of the Soul is touted as a classic in jazz sampled hiphop. After 7 years, he released visuals for the song In All the Wrong places and even with the long delay it still fits perfectly. Highly Recommended!
UK beatmaker Eric Lau has just released the single to his sophomore album One of Many. The song is called Everytime and it features the lovely songstress Rahel. Eric Lau brings clean and smooth production while Rahel brings the silky soul. Check it out below!
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