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• Akala

  Beatniks Chinwe Ojielo has gets real with strong minded & very talented Akala ahead of his new album - DoubleThink. Over breakfast he discusses the recording process of his highly anticipated next project and why he's ready to break down the Rap stereotypes poisoning the reputation of Hip Hop.

  Fri 30 Apr 10 19:42  No comments

• Late Bloomers

  Start off your week by getting to know a fresh, new hip-hop act from Southern California. Late Bloomers make honest music to ease your mind to, so we were pleased to find their music submission in our inbox. Beatnik caught up with the up-and-coming trio to talk about their music and where they will go from here.

  Mon 26 Apr 10 17:03  1 comment

• Fashawn

  When not releasing DVD's, Fashawn is busy elsewhere, be it touring, writing or recording. Beatnik caught up with the US hip-hop up-and-comer during the Breakin' Dawn Tour's visit to Montreal. Aside from an impressive lyricist, we found a humble and polite cat eager to share his thoughts.

  Thu 22 Apr 10 16:46  No comments

• Chima Anya

  As we wait for his tasty debut- New Day dropping in May, Beatnik's Chinwe Ojielo catches up with fresh independent Hip Hop talent Chima Anya. Oh he's also qualified doctor by the way.

  Mon 19 Apr 10 12:34  No comments

• Rox

  In an odd launderette stuck somwhere in East London and somewhere in time, Beatnik put together a photo shoot with the lovely and very giggly Rox. Signed to Rough Trade Records, the new soul sensation is set to make this summer that little bit more refreshing with her highly anticipated debut - Memoirs - and fun lead single 'My Baby Left Me'. We got all emotional with the young lady, in this one of our best shoots ever.
  

  Fri 16 Apr 10 16:40  1 comment

• Andreya Triana

  With a string of varying collaborations to her name and a highly anticipated debut album on the horizon, Andreya Triana is point blank one of the most promising talents in the UK. Beatnik got an exclusive photo shoot and interview with Ninja Tunes' newest acoustic soul queen in windy south London. Not one to miss.

  Tue 13 Apr 10 11:12  1 comment

• Nightmares On Wax

  Back in 1991 a young b-boy and DJ by the name of EASE, a.k.a George Evelyn , shook the dance world with his debut A World of Science: The First and Final Chapter. Nightmares on Wax was born. Nearly twenty years on from that release, Beatnik caught up Nightmares on Wax, for a chat before his London gig at KOKO's.

  Fri 2 Apr 10 14:59  

• Man Like Me – Man Like Me

  Camden's Electro-pop outfit Man Like Me have a debut that will test the limits of your musical ear. A must buy for anyone interested in the changing face of alternative contemporary music, we gots the review right here.

  Thu 29 Apr 10 18:48  No comments

• Erik L & Illingsworth – The Northern Connection LP

  Swedish and US producers Erik L & Illingsworth have collaborated over the oceans to produce The Northern Connection; an electronic hip-hop album that is set to shake your system. Read our review of the album here.

  Tue 27 Apr 10 22:34  2 comments

• Guilty Simpson – OJ Simpson

  Stones Throw's own Guilty Simpson drops his new album - OJ Simpson - on the 16th of May. Produced by Madlib for the most part its true fire. Check the Beatnik review right here!

  Mon 26 Apr 10 17:55  1 comment

• DJ Shadow – Endtroducing

  Our boy Rob Boffard reviews a truly inspirational album, the 1996 classic and golden - Endtroducing - by DJ Shadow. Never has a music collection needed such a masterpiece. Check the review on Beatnik

  Thu 22 Apr 10 13:23  1 comment

• Kon & Amir – Off Track Vol. III: Brooklyn

  Kon & Amir are releasing their third volume in the Off Track compilation series next week. This time around, they're taking us to Brooklyn. Read our review and listen to two of the songs included on the compilation here.

  Wed 21 Apr 10 19:14  No comments

• Dice Raw – Dice, Dilla, Pregunta

  Philadelphia native Dice Raw released a tribute to J Dilla over Questlove of The Roots' interpretations of his production last week. The result is dope, so we attempted a first: reviewing a free download. Peep it here.

  Tue 20 Apr 10 21:54  No comments

• M.I.A – Kala

  In 2006, M.I.A burst onto the scene with her Mercury Prize nominated album Arular. The classic Kala followed on from this success, and was ranked number 1 album in 2007 by Rolling Stone. Mixing current politic's with rebellious youth culture, M.I.A's swaggerish style both singing and rapping made for a unique electronic album, that hasn't been beaten since.

  Tue 13 Apr 10 12:11  No comments

• audio bullys – higher than the eiffel

  Most will know Audio Bullys for their brilliant 'Shot You Down', which peaked at number 3 in the charts back in 2005 or maybe their house-tastic work with Erick Morillo, but since then the duo have been quiet for nearly half a decade. They are back strong however with Higher Than the Eiffel

  Thu 8 Apr 10 14:32  No comments

• erykah badu – new amerykah part II: return of the ankh

  Erykah Badu has returned. New Amerykah Part Two: Return of the Ankh is full of life and playful rhythms. Read Beatnik's review and listen to some of the album here.

  Wed 7 Apr 10 18:14  No comments

• Diamond District – In The Ruff

  An album to blast in your earphones, walk the streets and maybe climb a tree to. Truly pensive for the passionate Boom Bap follower, the Diamond District boys with razor sharp rhymes and insightful words cook up a must buy.

  Tue 6 Apr 10 15:35  No comments

• Download: Jay Electronica – The Ghost of Christopher Wallace (ft. Diddy)

  Jay Electronica released his new song 'The Ghost of Christopher Wallace' today. As expected, Jay Elec goes in, and the adlib cameo from Diddy is... tolerable, just as it was on Christopher 'Biggie' Wallace's songs. Download 'The Ghost of...' here.

  Fri 30 Apr 10 17:03  No comments

• Deviation: Peanut Butter Wolf and Theo Parrish live!

  Don't miss this months Deviation on May 5th with house extraordinaire Theo Parrish and Stones Throw owner and general Hip Hop pioneer Peanut Butter Wolf. Benji B's legendary club night always delivers the best in Broken Beat, Sonic Sounds and Hip Hop with a soulful twist - and this one is no exception.. Bring the good vibes!

  Fri 30 Apr 10 12:55  No comments

• Benji B tribute to Guru on 1xtra show

  Certified Taste Maker Benji B's last show on 1Xtra is dedicated to the late rapper Guru. With a brilliant track list along with other fresh joints from Erykah Badu, Flashing Points and Benga to name a few, be the first to hear the goodness. Listen back to the previous show.

  Fri 30 Apr 10 12:13  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Mr Thing & Yungun – Forget Me Not

  You know the score by now. Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. In search of Rare Groove and Soul influences we have a classic from Mr Thing and Yungun. Check it out.

  Fri 30 Apr 10 11:46  No comments

• Download New Bilal Live Track ‘Levels’

  Okayplayer just released a high-quality recording of US soul king Bilal performing his new track 'Levels' at an event last October. Download the live track here.

  Thu 29 Apr 10 16:29  No comments

• Download: Theophilus London – I Want You Mixtape

  Download Brooklyn resident Theophilus London new mixtape I Want You that dropped yesterday. I Want You has Theophilus join the ranks of rappers who dabble in any kind of genre at any kind of time, with a particular ear for melodies.

  Thu 29 Apr 10 14:54  No comments

• Mix & Blend tonight!

  Looking for a organic music feast tonight? Get yourselves down to MIX & BLEND at Three Blend Mice. A free night and with an all female lineup spinning love rockers dub, world beats, hip hop and soul, it's a night to showcase the ladies rocking the house.

  Thu 29 Apr 10 14:36  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: The Radio Dept. – Heaven’s on Fire

  Ensure your Thursday is a jolly one by giving 'Heaven's on Fire' from Swedish indie outfit The Radio Dept. Good vibes for good times.

  Thu 29 Apr 10 9:30  No comments

• Andreya Triana Live Radio Show at RBMA

  Andreya Triana recorded a radio show at Red Bull Music Academy in London, where she performed five songs of her new solo material. Listen to the show and get more information about it at Beatnik.

  Wed 28 Apr 10 15:58  1 comment

• Mochilla’s Suite for Ma Dukes – Untitled/Fantastic Video

  Mochilla are releasing their wonderful release Timeless, which is a tribute to three great modern composers: J Dilla, Mulatu Asatke and Arthur Verocai. Watch the Timeless Orchestra interpret J Dilla's 'Untitled (Fantastic)' after the jump.

  Wed 28 Apr 10 15:43  No comments

• Madlib Releases Medicine Show No. 5 – History of the Loop Digga

  Blunted producer Madlib is back with his fifth release of the year, Medicine Show No. 5: History of the Loop Digga. Read about the album, peep the cover art and download two sample tracks here.

  Wed 28 Apr 10 15:23  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends : The Nextmen – Something Got You

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we turn to brilliant beat duo Brad and Dom from The Nextmen and their super soulful summer warmer 'Something Got You'.

  Wed 28 Apr 10 9:05  No comments

• OMAR is Back!!!! This time with Zed Bias

  UK Soul legend and general pioneer of UK Music, Omar returns with garage and dance legend Zed Bias with a ridiculously smooth summer banger!!. Check the exclusive behind the scene and taster video here.

  Tue 27 Apr 10 20:03  No comments

• Maverick Sabre exclusive acoustic performance & Interview on PMOI

  Here's a nice video interview and acoustic performance with Beatnik championed Maverick Sabre, from our good friends at Put Me On It.

  Tue 27 Apr 10 19:36  1 comment

• Download Slum Village – Lock It Down (Prod. J Dilla)

  A previously unreleased track by Slum Village was set free on the internet yesterday by FMWJ. Download the J Dilla-produced track 'Lock It Down' here.

  Tue 27 Apr 10 10:22  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Baths – Aminals

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, we're listening to electro/hip-hop producer Baths from California, whose shaking beats caught the attention of Anticon, the label to which he's now signed.

  Tue 27 Apr 10 9:55  1 comment

• Bonus 45 RPM Vinyl Exclusive with Guilty Simpson’s new album OJ Simpson

  Stones Throw Records are offering an exclusive 45 Inch vinyl called 'Friends Only' when you buy the new Guilty Simpson album - OJ Simpson on either CD or LP. It's a brilliant track - have a listen and get your hands on the hotness!

  Mon 26 Apr 10 18:46  No comments

• Late Bloomers Exclusive at Beatnik: ‘Never Don’t Grow’

  Beatnik is proud to bring you an exclusive stream of an unrelease Late Bloomers track entitled 'Never Don't Grow'. Stream and read about the song after the jump.

  Mon 26 Apr 10 17:04  1 comment

• Ghost, Verb T & Kashmere present: The Exit Strategy

  One of our best loved beat makers here on Beatnik, we are excited to shout about the release of a new project from Ghost - The Exit Strategy. Joined by Rappers Kashmere and Verb T it's something different for your ear.

  Mon 26 Apr 10 12:58  No comments

• Late Bloomers – The Giver

  Open your morning up to another Late Bloomers gem - 'The Giver'. The beat has us hypnotised.

  Mon 26 Apr 10 9:38  No comments

• Stones Throw Podcast 59: Music from James Pants

  Our week begins with a fresh, new podcast from Stones Throw. Number 59 to be exact. This one contains new material and tracks mixed by James Pants. Be sure not to miss out on some good grooves.

  Mon 26 Apr 10 9:21  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Brand New Heavies – Saturday Night Remix ft. Mos Def

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. To conclude this week and begin the next, we bring you some fine 1990's sould from the Brand New Heavies.

  Mon 26 Apr 10 9:21  No comments

• Stream Portformat – U Gotta Find at Beatnik!

  Beatnik exists to house new music. With that in mind, we'd like to shed some light on a Senegalese producer by the name of Portformat. Stream his track 'U Gotta Find' featuring UK soul singer Shuanise after the jump.

  Sun 25 Apr 10 14:23  No comments

• Final Guru Tribute: Gang Starr – ‘In Memory of…’

  As we bring this tragid week to a close, we end on a sentimental note. Concluding the week of tributes to Guru is 'In Memory of...' by Gang Starr from their 1998 album Moment of Truth.

  Sun 25 Apr 10 14:23  No comments

• DJ Premier’s Guru Tribute and Never-published Guru Interview

  We will close the week with two of the most definitive tributes to Guru that have appeared on the internet since his passing on Tuesday. Read Oliver Wang's previously unpublished interview with Guru from 2003 and listen to DJ Premier dedicate a full two hours to the man.

  Sun 25 Apr 10 14:19  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Portico Quartet – Paper Scissor Stone

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. For Sunday wake up lazily to a wonderful piece from Portico Quartet

  Sun 25 Apr 10 11:13  No comments

• Guru Tribute all this week: Guru – Trust Me feat. N’Dea Davenport

  All this week Beatnik will be recommending our favourite Gang Starr & Guru tracks in honour of one of our best loved Rappers who passed away this week.

  Sat 24 Apr 10 10:49  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Alice Russell – Taking Hold

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today its the wonderful voice of Alice Russell.

  Sat 24 Apr 10 10:40  No comments

• Little Brother: LookBack at Okayplayer

  Read the interesting story of North Carolina hip-hop outfit Little Brother through the perspective of their collaborators and peers, as well as their own over at Okayplayer. A great read about a great group.

  Fri 23 Apr 10 18:13  No comments

• Statik Selectah Guru Tribute!

  ... and another one. Statik Selektah has blessed us with a two-hour Guru tribute on his Shade45 show. Download it at Beatnik.

  Fri 23 Apr 10 17:50  No comments

• Gil Scott-Heron – ‘Me and The Devil’ from the new album

  As we wait with heightened senses for the highly anticipated new Gil Scott-Heron album - I'm New Here, we recommend you check out the harrowing single 'Me and The Devil'.

  Fri 23 Apr 10 14:25  No comments

• Madlib on Friday Night Flavas, 2005

  Stones Throw just ut up a Madlib mix from 2005 on LA's Power FM show Friday Night Flavas. Download it at Beatnik.

  Fri 23 Apr 10 13:40  No comments

• I Love ViNYl @ Le Poisson Rouge, NYC, 24 April!

  This Saturday, 24 April, I Love ViNYl will be putting it down at Le Poisson Rouge on Lower Manhattan. Amir, Ge-ology, Twilite Tone and many more will be spinning, and it serves as the stateside release party for Off Track Vol. III: Brooklyn. Get the info here.

  Fri 23 Apr 10 13:36  No comments

• Guru Tribute all this week: Gang Starr – Royalty

  All this week Beatnik will be recommending our favourite Gang Starr & Guru tracks in honour of one of our best loved Rappers who passed away this week.

  Fri 23 Apr 10 12:36  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Nneka – Uncomfortable Truth

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today to start the weekend right we turn to Nigerian-German hip hop/soul singer Nneka. Also don't miss this brilliant artist live in London next Wednesday. See flyer for more details

  Fri 23 Apr 10 12:06  No comments

• DJ Premier Issues Formal Statement On Guru

  DJ Premier has issued his official statement on the death of former rap partner Guru. For fans of Gang Starr it's truly heartfelt.

  Thu 22 Apr 10 23:05  No comments

• Free Download: Theo Martins – You Can’t Do That on Television

  Rhode Island-native Theo Martins just released a free download entitled You Can't Do That on Telivision. Download it after the jump.

  Thu 22 Apr 10 21:02  No comments

• Kon & Amir Album Launch Party in london

  Make sure you don't miss Kon & Amir's album launch party on Saturday 8th may in London town. With crates deeper then Alice's rabbet hole expect some funky ass vibes. Mad Silly cheap tickets too!

  Thu 22 Apr 10 15:21  No comments

• Richy Pitch – Blackstar feat. M.anifest music video

  One for all you analogue old gamers, Richy Pitch's music video for 'Blackstar is deliciously bananas. Highly original and reflecting the electronic static sound of the brilliant lead single. You need to check it out!

  Thu 22 Apr 10 11:56  No comments

• Guru Tribute all this week: Guru feat Angie Stone – Keep Your Worries

  All this week Beatnik will be recommending our favourite Gang Starr & Guru tracks in honour of one of our best loved Rappers who passed away this week.

  Thu 22 Apr 10 11:02  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Jahi feat. Dwele – On My Own

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we wind it down with Jahi featuring Neo Soul supreme Dwele with 'On My Own'

  Thu 22 Apr 10 10:36  No comments

• Portico Quartet Tour Dates

  Don't miss the darlings of Left-field Jazz and genius of atmospheric bliss, The Portico Quartet on extensive tour. Pick you're date and buy your tickets now!

  Wed 21 Apr 10 12:52  No comments

• RBMA Radio Shows: Guru & DJ Premier both talk about music

  Red Bull Music Academy throughout the year and previous years has put up some great lectures video and radio shows from previous music academy. Check out separate radio shows with Guru, DJ Premier and a lecture video with the later legendary producer - right here!

  Wed 21 Apr 10 12:18  1 comment

• Guru Tribute all this week: Gang Starr – Discipline

  All this week Beatnik will be recommending our favourite Gang Starr & Guru tracks in honour of one of our best loved Rappers.

  Wed 21 Apr 10 10:27  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Blue Sky Black Death & Jean Grae – Threats

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. For the midweek remedy we turn to a super goodness 'Threats' by Blue Sky Black Death & Jean Grae.

  Wed 21 Apr 10 10:10  No comments

• Video: Shad K – ‘Yaa I Get It’

  Canadian favourite Shad K just released the video to his single 'Yaa I Get It'. A monster of a song and a nice black and white video. Stream it after the jump.

  Wed 21 Apr 10 3:00  No comments

• Free Download: Mr Boss – The Landing

  Strictly for those dreamy UK Hip Hop fans we would like to introduce a producer of huge potential, 18 year Mr Boss. His album - The Landing, is a hazy melodic Hip Hop achievement and available for free download.

  Tue 20 Apr 10 18:25  1 comment

• Reflection Eternal – City Playgrounds

  Yet another cut from Reflection Eternal's highly awaited second album Revolutions Per Minute has leaked, meaning we have nearly heard half the album prior to its release. 'City Playgrounds' is the latest track. Stream it here.

  Tue 20 Apr 10 15:20  No comments

• R.I.P. Guru

  A music legend has fallen under tragic circumstances. All we can do is pay tribute and appreciate the music that Keith Elam, also known as Guru, brought us during his life. Thank you and rest in peace.

  Tue 20 Apr 10 14:59  2 comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Grooveman Spot feat. Muhsinah – Down To You

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we turn the beautiful 'Down To You' from Japanese producer - Grooveman Spot. The track also soulful features the sounds of Muhsinah on vocals. Start the day right!

  Tue 20 Apr 10 9:08  No comments

• Akala Drops a nice freestyle on SBTV

  As we get ready with our Beatnik Feature on Akala, check this nice freestyle from the positive and intelligent London Musician.

  Mon 19 Apr 10 16:00  No comments

• breakin’ convention is back for 2010.

  Joni' D's Breakin' Convention is back for another year and another long weekend. This May get ready to drop your jaw as you witness the finest Hip Hop dance expression on the globe. Check the details and pictures of previous conventions.

  Mon 19 Apr 10 15:45  No comments

• Jazz band Polar Bear Free Gig

  Start your weekend in with big rhythms with rebellious & dreamy Jazz proprietors - Polar Bear. Free gig on the Southbank's this Friday the 23rd of April at 5:30pm

  Mon 19 Apr 10 14:40  No comments

• Free Download: Damu The Fudgemunk – How It Should Sound EP

  We want to shout about Damu the Fudgemunk, we want to shout loud and hard! One of our favourites here at Beatnik, we can't get enough of this eccentric Washington Producer/rapper and his free downloads offering the best in Boom Bap Hip Hop.

  Mon 19 Apr 10 14:11  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Instru:mental – Watching You

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we start the week with a sonic & mysterious Hyperdub wonder from the UK's Instru:mental and 'Watching You'.

  Mon 19 Apr 10 7:57  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Fat Freddy’s Drop – The Raft

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we bring you 'The Raft'' by New Zeeland's finest soul/techno/ska sensation Fat Freddy's Drop.

  Sat 17 Apr 10 17:26  No comments

• Stones Throw Podcast 58!

  Stones Throw are back with episode 58 of their podcast series! This time DJ 12 Man Rambo brings us Bay Area hip-hop and rap. Something tells me we will hear more from that area in the coming weeks at Beatnik...

  Fri 16 Apr 10 18:52  No comments

• Dice Raw Dilla Tribute

  Another (worthy) J Dilla tribute comes from Philly-native Dice Raw. He penned and recorded verses to 14 of the songs The Roots conjured up as covers to the Detroit legend's material. Download it here.

  Fri 16 Apr 10 18:34  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Flyamsam – The Offbeat

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we bring you a gem from the extremely buzzing LA Beat scene, where Flying Lotus' Brainfeeder imprint is at the forefront.

  Fri 16 Apr 10 7:01  No comments

• Making of ‘Special Kind of Fool’ artwork: TY’s head carved out of wood.

  We like to champion TY over here at Beatnik. He's one of our favourites. We love it too when genuine art meets music, so we had to share. For the artwork of his fourth album 'Special Kind of Fool', an artist by the name of Benjamin Wachenje craved TY's head out of wood. The results and process is incredible. Check it out.

  Thu 15 Apr 10 13:29  2 comments

• The Doctor’s Orders presents: TY Album Launch Party at Plan B this Friday.

  Make sure you get yourselves down to Plan B this Friday (16th) for TY's 'Special Kind of Fool' album launch party, thanks to the party people at The Doctor's Orders. On of the best live performers this side of brilliant, we guarantee it's gonna be off the hook! There are still cheap advance tickets available - so even better.

  Thu 15 Apr 10 12:35  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Man Like Me – London Town

  We get in the mood the summer festival season with Cheeky indie/electronic rebels - Man Like Me. Reworking that highly needed Garage sound, it's their addictive 'London Town' we are all jumping around to today.

  Thu 15 Apr 10 8:23  No comments

• The Doctor’s Orders & East Village present Just Blaze vs The Alchemist. The Sound-Clash : ONLY 200 TICKETS LEFT

  We've already blogged about this event but we had to re-emptasise the point....JUST BLAZE & ALCHEMIST in London Live!!!! Thank you Doctors Orders. Don't sleep there are only 200 tickets left and it's gonna be FIRE!

  Wed 14 Apr 10 14:22  No comments

• Rough Trade Shops’ RoTa Afternoons presents : Plain Janes Takeover

  Make sure you get down to Notting Hill arts Club in London for - Plain Janes Takeover - this Saturday. Catch an array of upcoming talent fusing spoken-word cyphers with rhythmic Hip Hop, Soul and Jazzy Beats. It's FREE, so there's no excuse not to find new music.

  Wed 14 Apr 10 12:23  No comments

• Pete Rock at Noisemakers – Full Interview

  We can now download the 90-minute Noisemakers session with Pete Rock from about a week ago. Oh, and there are 20 MP3's of Daru Jones' band covering Mr. Rock's classics too. Get 'em here.

  Wed 14 Apr 10 11:22  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Madlib – ‘African Voodoo Queen’

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, we dig into Madlib's Beat Konducta series. This blunted out collection is goes under the Medicine Show banner, and 'African Voodoo Queen' is taken from No. 3: Beat Konducta in Africa.

  Wed 14 Apr 10 11:21  No comments

• Free Download: Daru Jones feat. Kissey Asplund – So Good PD EP

  Don't sleep on this brilliant free download from Daru Jones. A Brooklyn-based drummer/producer he offers his EP entitled - So Good- featuring Swedish soul singer Kissey Asplund. A winning partnership that breeds success!

  Tue 13 Apr 10 18:23  No comments

• Writer’s Block 2nd Birthday : Jesse Boykins III

  Wednesday night is set to be a soulful affair over at Writer's Block 2nd Birthday at Cargo. Featuring an array of live music but especially the exciting headline Jesse Boykin's III, it's a night to lock up your wondering granny and hear voices that will make butter melt.

  Tue 13 Apr 10 17:54  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Blackstar – Definition & Respiration

  In light of Mos Def in London tonight we went with Blackstar for our daily recommendation. But we couldn't choose which track.

  Tue 13 Apr 10 9:28  No comments

• Diamond District Mini Documentary.

  Be a travelling fly on the wall in this real nice mini documentary of the Diamond District Boys, Oddisee, XO & YU.

  Mon 12 Apr 10 19:29  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Fashawn – ‘Father’

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. To start off this week, we bring you a real mellow and introspective joint from Fresno, CA's Fashawn.

  Mon 12 Apr 10 6:03  No comments

• Gilles Peterson’s Havana Cultura Band – Think Twice Remix

  Allow us to share a dope track from Gilles Peterson's new project: Havana Cultura Band - Remixed. This one is a remix by 4Hero featuring Danay and Carina, and it's a take on J Dilla's 'Think Twice'. Niceness!

  Sat 10 Apr 10 20:45  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Late Bloomers – The Giver

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Tonight, we keep the preparations for the evening going right with 'The Giver' by southern Cali's Late Bloomers - real fresh hip-hop.

  Sat 10 Apr 10 20:06  No comments

• Professor Green drops some bars on SB TV

  One of the UK's best battle MC's, Professor Green reminds us of his true roots with this nice freestyle session on SB TV.

  Fri 9 Apr 10 14:09  No comments

• Punk, Rebellious Jazz: Soil & “Pimp” Sessions New Album ‘6′ is coming.

  New flavours for your ears, check out Japanese punk-jazz renegades SOIL & ”PIMP” SESSIONS. Now on their sixth album this a group you need to hear.

  Fri 9 Apr 10 13:47  1 comment

• ‘On The Real’ with TY – ‘Special Kind of Fool’ Album Launch Party at Plan B

  The partying people and numero uno Hip Hop & Soul promoters in the UK , The Doctor's Orders present On The Real on Friday the 16th April - TY's 'Special Kind of Fool' album launch party.

  Fri 9 Apr 10 13:31  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Toro Y Moi – You Hid

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, that track is US producer Toro Y Moi who provides the soundtrack with his song "You Hid". Dope!

  Fri 9 Apr 10 7:39  No comments

• Doctor’s Orders Presents: Just Blaze vs. Alchemist – The Sound-Clash

  Whoa! Doctor's Orders just made a big announcement. On 6 May, two of the finest producers around, Just Blaze and Alchemist, will battle it out on 4 turntables for two hours. More info about what will be a memorable night here.

  Thu 8 Apr 10 19:16  No comments

• Pete Rock at Noisemakers Live

  Peter Rosenberg brought in the legendary New York producer Pete Rock to his Noisemakers Live event last night in NYC. Stream two hours of hip-hop history here.

  Thu 8 Apr 10 14:18  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Akala – You Put A Spell On Me

  As we wait for Akala's new album dropping in May, we go back to one of our favourite songs 'You Put A Spell On Me' from his past classic album -Freedom Lasso.

  Thu 8 Apr 10 12:59  No comments

• TY – Emotions: The music video is finally here.

  The highly anticipated music video accompanying TY's lead single 'Emotions' has finally dropped. With the party vibe and lots of cool glasses, it's one for the nerds too!

  Wed 7 Apr 10 16:49  3 comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Aloe Blacc – I Need A Dollar

  Midweek madness never sounded so good as we look to new Stones Throw Signing Aloe Blacc and 'I Need A Dollar' for inspiring our recommendation. Pow!

  Wed 7 Apr 10 10:13  No comments

• More great free music: Dakta – Green Leefz (Springtime)

  We heart our new find Dakta. Download for free his instrumental bliss - Green Leafz (Springtime)

  Tue 6 Apr 10 16:27  No comments

• Re:dux – Jazzie B, Benji B, Wrongtom and Mr Man at JAM

  This Friday 9th of April sees the launch of The Brixton Jam's new monthly event ‘RE:DUX’ presented by the fun people at Ear Wax. With JAZZIE B, BENJI B, WRONGTOM & Mr Man - it's gone be pure fire!!!

  Tue 6 Apr 10 14:47  No comments

• beatnik recommends: pharoahe monch – so good!

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, Pharoahe Monch is on a soul-tip on 'So Good' from his 2007 album Desire. Mellow and cool.

  Tue 6 Apr 10 12:00  No comments

• TY – ‘Emotions’ music video trailer

  Check out the trailer video for TY's lead single 'Emotions'. Out on the 16th of April, it comes from the tasty new album - A Special Kind of Fool - dropping in May.

  Tue 6 Apr 10 0:02  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Jazzy Jeff feat. Oddisee – Musik Lounge

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, Jazzy Jeff feat. Oddisee - Musik Lounge

  Mon 5 Apr 10 12:07  No comments

• The roots – dilla jawns

  Questlove recently put out Dilla Jawns, a tribute to the legend that covers 14 of his tracks, new and old. Get it at Beatnik.

  Mon 5 Apr 10 4:26  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Little Dragon – After the Rain

  Today, Beatnik Recommends you to check out Little Dragon's 'After the Rain' and the nicely made video to it.

  Sat 3 Apr 10 23:40  No comments

• Sene – Quarter Water (Anthem)

  Good Friday gets even better with a recently leaked joint from Brooklyn native Sene, who has been lacing Blu's production to perfection lately. Get it here!

  Fri 2 Apr 10 21:44  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Lauryn Hill – Everything is Everything

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today - Lauryn Hill's 'Everything is Everything'.

  Fri 2 Apr 10 11:22  No comments

• reflection eternal ft. estelle – midnight hour

  Midnight Hour, the lead single from Reflection Eternal's highly awaited second album Revolutions per Minute is out now. It features Estelle and is straight fire!!

  Thu 1 Apr 10 5:42  No comments

• Beatnik recommends: Nightmares on Wax – You Wish

  Every day, Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, we bring you Nightmares on Wax and ‘You Wish' of his 2006 - In A Space Outta Sound.

  Thu 1 Apr 10 0:39  No comments

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