Category Archives: Jazz

SONG OF THE DAY Kamal Keila – Taban Ahwak

Posted on June 3, 2018 by

The story of the label that has reissued today’s glorious song goes back to 2012 when Berlin DJ, record collector and Jakarta Records label owner, Jannis Stürtz was touring round Morocco in search of old vinyl records. (See more from this label on … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Andrea Benini – El Guerrero

Posted on May 21, 2018 by

Anything drum orientated and rhythm-based is going to attract my attention, there’s no doubt about that…and, fortunately for me, today’s discovery just happens to be a gorgeous percussive-orientated composition that blends old traditions with modern beats. Producer, composer and percussionist/drummer … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Donald Byrd – Cristo Redentor

Posted on May 13, 2018 by

It’s not often I delve into the realms of jazz, but when I heard this track on the radio this morning I had to find out what it was! Originally released on 1964, Christo Redentor was a song performed by the … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Scacy & Sound Service – Sunshine Pt. 1

Posted on May 6, 2018 by

Are you ready for some mighty funk? I surely hope so because today’s bodacious blast of bold r’n’b will shake you to the bone!  Reissued via Germany’s Tramp Records last month,  Sunshine Pt. 1 was originally released in 1972. Performed by … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Hailu Mergia and the Walias — Eti Gual Blenai

Posted on April 21, 2018 by

Born in Debre Birhan, Showa Province, in 1946, Hailu Mergia is a master accordionist, veteran bandleader, arranger and keyboardist whose massive contribution to the jazz-funk sounds of Ethiopia spans over decades.  So impressive is this artist that at the tender age … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Janko Nilovic – Drug Song

Posted on April 13, 2018 by

Born in 1941 in Istanbul, Turkey, Janko Nilović is a Montenegrin-French composer, arranger, conductor, keyboardist, percussionist, vocalist and producer.  Musically, his style impressively stretches over a wide spectrum of genres, ranging from classical to jazz, funk to pop and psych to … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Son Of Sam – Fighting Talk feat. Lifford & Blaise B (album version)

Posted on March 29, 2018 by

Son Of Sam are a live hip hop outfit from the UK who formed in 2003.  When the band first emerged they began by playing original hip-hop samples and in just two years, after extensive gigging, were already supporting acts … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Hailu Mergia- Gum Gum

Posted on March 25, 2018 by

Born in Debre Birhan, Showa Province, in 1946, Hailu Mergia is a master accordionist, veteran bandleader, arranger and keyboardist whose massive contribution to the jazz-funk sounds of Ethiopia spans over decades. The keyboardist, army accordionist and synth pioneer spent three decades … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Space Invadas – Wild World Feat. Remi

Posted on March 20, 2018 by

I heard today’s track for the first time about 20 minutes ago and the more I listen to it, the more I’m loving it! Smouldering sweet-sounding soul, honey-laced vocals and soaring horns..this is the sound of the Space Invadas’ Wild … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Mabuta – Log Out Shut Down (featuring Buddy Wells)

Posted on March 18, 2018 by

  South African bassist, composer and producer, Shane Cooper is no stranger to the music industry.  Having already won awards as a jazz performer and electronic producer when he performed under the moniker Card On Spokes, the Cape Town native … Continue reading →

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