28 November 2005
dangerdoom “sofa king” – lex
pase rock “the hype” –
4our 4our
breakthrough feat. maspyke “this way before” – jazzy
sport
dwele “eve” – white
heavy “wonderlove” (jazzanova remix) – kindred
spirits
roy ayers “i am your mind” (pepe bradock remix) – bbe
mark de
clive-lowe “state of mental” (phuturistix remix) – antipodean
lekan babalola
“kabioye” (mark de clive-lowe remix) – lex 51
jonny miller “rise” – phuture
lounge
the politik “money” – antipodean
the bays “untitled” (live from
cannes)
cinematic orchestra “ode to the big sea” (live from vancouver jazz
festival)
two banks of four “one day” – red egyptian jazz
micah
“revelation” – accidental
joyce “rio bahia” – far out
joyce “fora de hora”
– far out
corinne bailey rae “like a star” – emi
rich medina “weight” –
kindred spirits
n-side “the art of travelling black” – shalamar
moonfruit
“briga” – one note
fenomenon “who’s to say” – beatservice
joash feat.
natalie williams “close to you”
rsl “every preston guild” –
players
patchworks “brothers on the slide” (philly soul mix) – still music
alice russell
“hurry on” (jtodd remix) –
white
21 November 2005
vice lounge “pillows” – white
rightkindawrong “lately” – rainy city
aaron neville “hercules” – jazzman
fred johnson “a child runs free” – jazzman
catch up ii “end of the beginning of the end” – perfect toy
the katzen ajmmers “cars” – red hook
natureboy feat. alice russell “life” – tru thoughts
domu “so precious” – archive
the beauty room “don’t you know” – new religion
gb presents julian abelar “i remember silvio manuel” – white
j-nova “hey baby” – sonar kollektiv
mark de clive-lowe “space carnival” – white
the fatback band feat. bah samba “spanish hustle” (southport weekender mix) – bko
south bronx community youth project “feel the spirit” – freestyle
monday michiru “changes” – polydor
roisin murphy “sow into you” (bugz in the attic remix) – echo
sinden “spaces” (dub) – loungin
the fusion experience “scaramunga” – buff
likwid biskit “herbs and spice” – co-op
riovolt “starjive” – irma
opolopo “unidentified funky object” – white
hog dogs “first time around” – hog dogs
champion soul “holdin’ on” (jneiro jarel remix) – sunshine
francisco mora catlett “old man joe” – premier cru
14 November 2005
Krizo ‘My Empty Things’ – Realistic Crew
N-Side ‘Neo-Ante Belluminism’ – Shalamar
Kenny Dorham ‘Afrodisia’ – Blue Note
The Love Unlimited Orchestra ‘Bring It On Up’ – 20th Century
Bryan Corbett ‘Pressure Valve’ – Woodland
Future Warriors feat. Papa Zai ‘Pembe’ – Far Out
Bryan Corbett ‘Deja Vu’ – Woodland
Lil Kim ‘Lighter Up’ (Marc Mac Remix) – White
Roots Manuva ‘Dreamy Days’ (Bbc Session For Gp) – Ether
Broken ‘Land Of Red Soil’ – Mind
Sala ‘African Dream’ – White
Vaceo ‘Coz Your Here’ – White
Roy Ayers ‘Tarzen’ (Osunlade Remix) – BBE
Kahil El’zabar ‘World In His Hands’ (Osunlade Remix) – Deeper Soul
Magic Numbers ‘That Day’ (That Remix) – Mantis
Nirobi & Barakas ‘Bungee Jump Against Racism’ (Diesler Remix) – Tru Thoughts
Douglas Pagan ‘Kara Walker’ (Domu Remix) – Voltage
Eddy & Yannah ‘Shamed’ (Domu Remix) – Compost
Marathon Man ‘Party Track’ – Chillifunk
DJ Tisso ‘Fruit Juice’ – White
St Cal ‘Losing Ground’ – Soul:r
Golden Flamingo Orchestra ‘The Guardian Angel Is Watching Over Us’ (Hoods Edit) – White
Bah Samba ‘Let The Drums Speak’ (Harvey Lindo Re-Edit) – Bko
Unabombers ‘Disco Symphony’ – Electric Souls
7 November 2005
Moodymann ‘Don’t Be Misled’ – Kdj
D’Nell ‘1st Magic Groove’ (Shur-I-Kan Remix) – BBE
Cibelle ‘About A Girl EP’ – Ziriguiboom
Joyce ‘Rio Bahia’ – Far Out
Olufela ‘Kayode Olajide’ – Bottletop
Dangerdoom ‘Old School’ – Lex
Lekan Babalola ‘Kabioye’ – Lex 51
Sicania Soul ‘Life Is A Tree’ (Truby Trio Treatment) – Irma
No Tenshun ‘Cool Down’ – Chillifunk
Jonny Miller Guest Mix (Phuture Lounge Records):
Phuturistix ‘Lets Fly’ (Mark De Clive-Lowe Remix) – Phuture Lounge
Dimenzio ‘Bamba’ – Spinning Wheel
Michelle Amador ‘Who You Are’ – Phuture Lounge
Michelle Lawson ‘Jus Wanna Say’ (Domu Dub) – White
Jonny Miller ‘Cold Air’ – Phuture Lounge
International ‘The Black Lagoon’ – Beau Monde
Phuturistix & Atjazz feat. Mr J ‘Hurt U Twice’ – Phuture Lounge
Kerri Chandler ‘Summer Love’ – Large
Waiwan ‘Carina Nebula’ – White
Troubleman ‘Strike Hard’ (Accapella) – Far Out
Phuturistix ‘Breath Some Light’ – Phuture Lounge
+++++End Of Mix+++++
Domu ‘The Electric Institute’ – New Religion
Boozoo Bajou feat. Joe Dukie + U-Brown ‘Take It Slow’ (Seiji Remix) – K7
Altered Natives ‘Of The Fourth Kind’ – Broadcite
Bruno Bridge ‘Teen Town’ – White
Richard E ‘Dig Infinity’ – Further Out
Freddy Fresh – Diggin’ Up Ghosts – Howlin
Democustico ‘Vaga Lume’ – Far Out
Erykah Badu ‘Bag Lady’ (Re Edit) – White
Legends of the Underground: Original Soundtrack [Kindred Spirits]
Some time ago it was rumoured that a soundtrack was being produced by some of the hottest West London producers, which sent excitement around the music heads and message boards. Yes it’s finally here and it’s the work of none other than: Seiji, Domu, Bembe Segue, Rasiyah and Mark De Clive-Lowe. These guys bring together a mix of cinematic broken beats and nu-jazz, as well as techno and African influences. At a running total of 25 minutes you may be thinking that’s fairly short-changed until you listen to the 9 min workout of ‘Paradise Garden’ which was the reason I bought this OST in the first place. I hope the film’s as good as the music.
Gerardo Frisina: The Latin Kick [Schema Records]
Gerardo Frinsina is proving a very busy man at the moment, having just released the excellent Congrat single on Afro Art and now his third album "The Latin Kick" drops on Schema. This man never seems to let the tempo drop with another fine selection of dancefloor bombs over the full album. Jazz is very much the foundation here with just the right amount of fusion between Jazz, Latin and Brazilian over Frisina’s tip top beats. It’s amazing how much energy you get when listening, so be careful, we don’t want any more road-rage on the roads. A stunning follow up to his previous, already classic albums: "Ad lib" and "Hi Note".
Marathon Men: Blessings [Chillifunk Records]
The Marathon Men have been causing quite a stir over the last few months with their deep house workout featuring Me’shell Ndegeocello “In Paradise”. Out of the blue comes their debut on Loft’s Chillifunk records. Simbad and partner in crime Freddie McQuinn, really know how to mix up the styles with Garage, Broken, Hiphop beats and a full range of vocalists to suit the arrangements. At the start of a few of the tracks, I was little unsure of some of the vocals; but then half-way through each track it made sense. On second listen, all the parts of the puzzle were in place. Their first single “Tell Me What You Know” is very much in a Basement Jaxx affair, which will hopefully give them the attention they fully deserve.
Lekan Babalola: Songs Of Icons [Mr Bongo Recordings]
I’ve been lucky enough to have had a copy of ‘Songs Of Icons’ for over a year now and I thought it was time to write a review. The singles ‘Asokere’, ‘Oba Awon Oba’ and next up ‘Kabioye’ have been very well received with remixes from IG Culture, Afronaught, Mark De-Clive Lowe and Restless Soul. These are all ace but it’s the originals that you’ll keep going back to.
I’m not sure all 12 tracks will make it to the final release but whichever tracks see the light of day, this will be an essential purchase. Lekan has played on percussion with some of the finest musicians known to man; Roy Ayers, Pharaoh Sanders, Miles Davis and Fela Kuti. It’s no surprise ‘Songs Of Icons’ is very heavily influenced by his upbringing in Nigeria and jamming with the legends, giving us a mix of tribal rhythms with some wonderful brass solos and hooks. Highlights for me are ‘Oososi’, ‘Oya’, ‘Ide Osun’ and of course the singles mentioned above, which of course you’ll already own.
Half-way through writing this review I received notification this will be released by the end of 2005, fingers crossed.
Steve Reid Ensemble: Spirit Walk [Soul Jazz]
Drummer Steve Reid’s musical career stretches back to the 60s. Not only has he played with such greats as Sun Ra, Archie Shepp, Miles Davis and Gary Bartz to name but a few, but recorded a handful of much sought after deep jazz albums under his own name for his Mustevic label. ‘Spirit Walk’ is a welcome return for Steve and sees him team up with Kieran Hebden (Four Tet), who respectfully brings electronic elements to the mix. The renowned ‘Lions Of Judah’ is revisited but my advise is to touch down on ‘Lugano’ and ‘For Coltrane’ for some truly exceptional timeless music.
Raheem DeVaughn: The Love Experience [Jive Records]
Joining the likes of Dwele and Van Hunt in the list of genuinely talented Soul artists emerging from the manufactured mush of chart-clogging ‘R&B’ is Baltimore’s Raheem DeVaughn. This debut offering sees DeVaughn’s immense voice and refreshing song-writing ability coupled with some of the most creative, and musically sensitive producers around; including the tragically underrated Pete Kuzma. With 18 tracks, the spine-tingling Soul is bountiful, and if there was any justice, the Kenny Dope produced ‘Guess Who Loves You More’ would be a chart-cleansing hit.