This is from a new project from White Denim that I could not for the life of me seem to find about a month ago. Now it’s all over the place. Not connecting to the vocals, but the production here is really fresh. Love the breakdowns, and the solo!
I’m on a high from last night. After standing in the cold (L.A. cold, that is) for about twenty minutes, I was one of the first few people to step through the door at Bardot for “School Night,” a weekly Monday night series curated by Chris Douridas of Los Angeles independent radio station KCRW. Michael Kiwanuka was the opening act, making his U.S. debut, but, for me, he was headlining. He hit the stage with just him and his guitar, and his friend on bass and backup vocal. The sound was stripped down compared to what most of us have heard from his “Tell Me A Tale – Isle of Wight Sessions” EP, which is what really embedded his sound into my mind and made me a fan. But his powerful voice filled the room and hushed the crowd. I would definitely check him out when and wherever you can.
Michael Kiwanuka closed out his amazing set with a cover of Bill Withers, whom he credited for really making him interested and passionate about being an acoustic guitarist.
This month’s edition of Forward Listening includes music from James Blake, Thundercat, Nas, Antibalas, Mr. Scruff, and more. Enjoy!
http://thenoiseacademy.com/podcast/forward-listening-20/
Our man, Closed Caption, put this together on one of our first nights at The Straight Ahead. Many more to come. Enjoy!
Playlist:
1. Jack Bruce – Born to Be Blue
2. The Heath Brothers – Smilin’ Billy Suite Part II
3. Robert Glasper – F.T.B.
4. Dexter Gordon – A Night In Tunisia
5. Aldo Romano – Cité Soleil
6. Galt Macdermot – Golden Apples Part II
7. Horace Silver Quintet – Senor Blues (Vocal Version)
8. P.E. Hewitt Jazz Ensemble – The Winter Wind
9. Donald Byrd – Stepping Into Tomorrow
10. George Benson – Face It Boy, It’s Over
11. Quincy Jones – Summer in the City
12. Omar – Syleste (Lounge Lizzard Mix)
13. Miles Davis – Water Babies
14. Andrew Hill – Illusion
15. Giovanni Mirabassi – Dear Old Stockholm
16. Oliver Sain – On the Hill
17. George Benson – Shadow Dancers
18. Herbie Hancock – Speak Like a Child
19. Mulatu Astatke – Gubelye
20. Galt Macdermot – Ripped Open by Metal Explosions
I spoke to Khalil a few days ago, and we decided to throw up all of our old Fresh Air material for free download. I need to upload more, but, for now, you can download our EP, “Slowly Coming Along,” for free.
We’re back this Sunday at Association in Downtown LA. Each night we’ve gained new friends and family, and everyone has responded positively about having a jazz night in LA with DJ’s who collect jazz records! We’d love to see you there…
This is a great opportunity for folks to support the Thanksgivends cause, but can’t make it to the actual event this Wednesday. Name your price, whatever you can manage. You will be helping a couple of great programs based out of Los Angeles, and you’re generosity will be rewarded with this compilation of music. PLEASE SUPPORT!
THE GIVENDS Benefit Compilation Vol. 1 (20 tracks)
(ONLY AVAILABLE Digitally 11/20-12/25, 2011)
A collaborative artists effort to raise funds and awareness for programs incorporating the arts for underprivileged and at risk youth.
I’m honored to be a part of the 13th annual Thanksgivends event this year, which is going down at Los Globos nightclub in Silverlake. As always, this event is dedicated to bringing all of Los Angeles together for one night to raise money for at risk youth. I’m spinning in the downstairs lounge at 2:20am! This year’s beneficiaries are:
MARVISTA FAMILY CENTER www.marvistafc.org
SOUND ART http://www.soundartla.org
PEACE4KIDS http://peace4kids.
PIO PICO MS MUSIC PROGRAM
2 levels | 3 areas featuring the best of LA underground culture
Live art patio, Guest hosts/performers
http://www.facebook.com/events/243010432423267/
I have no idea how to pronounce her name, but I’m diggin this track! Synth soul goodness from yet ANOTHER fresh artist based out of Amsterdam. Got an email from the good people at Melting Pot Music, and went right to the shop to buy this digital single.
The new, self-relesed, album from Garfield Adams is now available on Bandcamp. High quality hip hop with heavy jazz vibes. Support independent artists!
This track features one of my favorite Los Angeles MC’s, Derrick Buck.
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