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JohnLegend

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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Wednesday 8 September 2010 9:09      No comments      

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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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The Spinners

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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Tuesday 7 September 2010 18:50      No comments      

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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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Evidence

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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Zacke

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.

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Monday 6 September 2010 8:53      No comments      

Kanye West

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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