Free Download: John Legend & The Roots – ‘Hard Times’
Will Aloe Blacc or John Legend & The Roots drop the uplifting soul album of 2010? We still reckon Aloe Blacc will, but Legend’s new single ‘Hard Times’ does all it can to get us excited for his Wake Up! album.
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Soil & Pimp Sessions
Japanese self-described punk/jazz outfit Soil & Pimp Sessions like to play with contrasts to create their ‘death-jazz’. Beatnik caught up with the sextet ahead of their gig at London’s Jazz Cafe.
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Beatnik Recommends: The Spinners – I’ll be Around
Today we recommend some super soul from back in the day.
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Live: Fat Freddy’s Drop & DJ Vadim
You got to be barmy to miss one of the best live bands in the world, Fat Freddy’s Drop live in London this Thursday. With Support from the superb DJ Vadim and his exciting new outfit – The Electric – it’s sure to be a party!
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Free Download: Dam-Funk – ‘All I Wanna Do Is Get Away’
Download a new track by Stones Throw funkster Dam Funk right here.
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Soundwave ‘10 Recap: Day 3
In late July, we hit up Croatia for the brilliant Soundwave Festival. Read our recap of Day 3 right here.
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Lyrical Tuesdays: Evidence on ‘So Fresh’ ft. Alchemist
This week we’re listening extra closely to a verse by Evidence on ‘So Fresh,’ a track that features the Alchemist.
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Beatnik Recommends: Masta Ace – ‘The I.N.C Ride’
We recommend you rewind back to 1995 for a lazy soulful classic from Masta Ace.
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Video: Zacke – ‘Men Nanting’ (RMX) ft. Afasi & Timbuktu
Swedish emcee Zacke’s remix to ‘Men Nanting’ is a real banger. Stream the video and download the song here.
More »Monday 6 September 2010 8:53 No comments
Free Download: Kanye West – ‘Devil In a New Dress’
Kanye West’s new song ‘Devil In a New Dress’ brings us back and has us anticipate his new album, set to drop in November.
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