Here’s something for the weekend – a solid section of Japanese vinyl, a selection of chill vibes put together by Eiji of the Revelation Time record shop in Osaka, Japan. Thanks to the The Vinyl Factory for sharing this rare mix.
► Daymé Arocena – Nueva Era
June 11, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Check out rising Cuban talent Daymé Arocena’s new album Nueva Era out now via Brownswood Recordings. At just 22 years old, this singer, composer, arranger, choir director and band leader is just getting started. Watch her perform Madres live at the Saint Pancras Old Church on April 2015.
The Noise And How To Bring It: Hank Shocklee Interviewed By The Quietus
April 9, 2015 By Leave a Comment
In case you missed it, music writer John Tatlock had an in depth conversation with Hank for the outstanding UK music magazine The Quietus. Here is an excerpt…
► Eiko Ishibashi – Mr. Cloud
January 5, 2015 By Leave a Comment
A cool new track from Japan based, multi-instrumentalist Eiko Ishibashi’s just released album ‘Car and Freezer’ out on Drag City. Video directed by Michinori Saigo.
Juicy Fruit: James Mtume & One Of The Most Sampled Songs Ever
May 22, 2014 By Leave a Comment
“Music is not to be posessed. It’s to be shared.” James Mtume shares his thoughts on the impact that his R&B classic, ‘Juicy Fruit’ has had on music in this mini doc from Red Bull Music Academy’s beat:repeat NYC, a drum machine exhibition taking place in New York through May 31st.
► The Cosmic Vibrations Of Sun Ra: Audio Documentary Features Hank Shocklee
May 5, 2014 By 1 Comment
From ► A/T/O/S – What I Need
January 22, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Take a look and listen to this new track from A/T/O/S off their forthcoming debut album coming out March 3rd on Mala’s ► Moongriffin Live & Raw From Portland
August 20, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Jazz hip hop electronic future – one way to describe the sounds in this new set by Moongriffin. This one’s titled Live & Raw Part 2 and was recorded live at Tortalandia in Portland, Oregon.
The Crate Diggers Series Celebrates J Dilla’s Life, Work & Vinyl Collection
March 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The Crate Diggers series by Fuse explores the late J Dilla’s vinyl collection. Producer and rapper J. Dilla was best known as a member of Slum Village, the Soulquarians and for his work with Talib Kweli, Common, Erykah Badu, Questlove, Madlib and countless others.
► Elliot Ross Trio Live @ Curio Chicago
January 18, 2013 By 1 Comment
On Monday November 5, 2012 Elliot Ross [guitar], Anton Hatwich [bass] and Charles Rumback [drums] performed two sets at Curio in Chicago’s Loop. The atmosphere was dark brick walls, candlelight and old fashioned cocktails. Their sets included original material as well as modern versions of music by John Coltrane, Jimi Hendrix, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson, spinachprince, Ornette Coleman and Billie Holiday.
