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Archive for May 2010

• Ty

  Legendary Ty talks exclusively to Beatnik in light of the realise of his new album. Over a good cup of tea hear him discuss new hobbies, new challenges and life in hip hop thus far.

  Sun 30 May 10 21:31  1 comment

• Homeboy Sandman

  New York born and bred emcee Homeboy Sandman is releasing his third album The Good Sun on 1 June. Beatnik caught up with Sandman to speak about his eagerness to build relationships, being an artist in New York and the state of commercial hip-hop. Read our interview here.

  Wed 26 May 10 18:55  No comments

• Tanya Morgan

  Get a master class in creating a metropolis as Beatnik's Rob Boffard speaks to mayors of their own city, hip hop trio Tanya Morgan. We got the exclusive feature right here.

  Tue 18 May 10 22:03  2 comments

• Polar Bear

  Beatnik's Stevie McMinn sits down crossed legged with a glass of milk in hand as he listens to Spoken Word supreme and storyteller - Polar Bear tell his very own story. Get to know about this man of many tales, from early beginnings to sold out live shows.

  Sun 16 May 10 17:30  1 comment

• Nneka

  Beatnik listens to the passionate politics of Nigeria's biggest artist, the superb Soul and Hip Hop sensation that is Nneka. Check out our exclusive photo shoot and interview during her London visit here.

  Sat 15 May 10 23:31  1 comment

• Daru Jones

  Just in time for the release of his new project Rusic Mono Beats, Beatnik caught up with US drummer and producer Daru Jones. Read about Daru's blend of his gospel roots with the soul and hip-hop music he grew up on here, and don't forget to peep the audio samples.

  Wed 12 May 10 16:50  3 comments

• Lorn – Nothing Else

  Flying Lotus' Brainfeeder label keeps bringing us the future in terms of electronic music, up now is Lorn with his debut Nothing Else. Get our take on it here.

  Wed 19 May 10 9:53  2 comments

• Portico Quartet – Isla

  Portico Quartet have probably produced one of the greatest contemporary jazz albums of our time. Why do we say that? Because it will draw new people to the beautiful sound of the genre. Check our review of Isla.

  Wed 19 May 10 0:01  1 comment

• Herma Puma – Synchromystic

  Looking for great new instrumenatal music? Look no further then the dusty mood Hip Hop of Herma Puma's Synchromatic. Check the review on Beatnik.

  Mon 17 May 10 18:10  4 comments

• Nneka – No Longer At Ease

  We got the review of critically acclaimed 'No Longer At Ease' from Nigerian Hip Hop/Soul sensation Nneka. You need this.

  Fri 14 May 10 12:24  1 comment

• Shad – TSOL

  Shad, considered by us to be Canada's best rapper, is dropping his new album TSOL in a few weeks time. Get our take on TSOL here.

  Thu 13 May 10 18:00  1 comment

• Flying Lotus – Cosmogramma

  LA producer extraordinaire Flying Lotus released his highly awaited album Cosmogramma this week. The release escorts its listeners elsewhere, as expected. Peep our review here.

  Thu 6 May 10 19:37  1 comment

• Akala – DoubleThink

  Brilliant wordsmith Akala drops his new album - DoubleThink. Mixing Rock, Hip Hop and Classical music while exploring the ideologies of dystopia, Beatnik has the review right here.

  Wed 5 May 10 20:22  1 comment

• Richy Pitch – Ye Fre Mi Richy Pitch

  Richy Pitch's beautiful new album - Ye Fre Mi Richy Pitch - Bridges modern electronic and Hip Hop sounds with the exciting and many different styles of Ghanaian and West Africa music. Check the review here.

  Mon 3 May 10 18:52  1 comment

• Common – Like Water for Chocolate

  Just over a decade ago, Common released his fourth studio album Like Water for Chocolate, arguably the hight point in the Chicago emcee's career. Backed by The Roots, Jay Dee, Bilal, D'Angelo, James Poyser and more, what Com and the gang cooked up in New York's Electric Lady Studios is today a modern classic. Read our review here.

  Mon 3 May 10 18:10  1 comment

• Four Tet – There Is Love In You

  Simply one of the best Electronic albums to drop in recent years when it was released in January, Kieran Hebden/Four Tet's newest album -There Is Love In You - will push further your fascination with the powers of electronica and open your ears to a love for new music. Check the review here.

  Sun 2 May 10 16:05  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Plant Life – when she smiles she lights up the sky (4hero remix)

  Recharge your head and soul from the weekends activities with a beautiful Plant Life remix from 4hero.

  Mon 31 May 10 14:26  No comments

• Free Download: Dam-Funk – ‘IHopeYouKnowImWatchingJune’

  Get a new track from Dam-Funk to set the mood right for your week.

  Mon 31 May 10 12:16  No comments

• Free Download: Swedish Roots Crew Helt Off!

  Kick off your week with some reggae tunes from the depth of southern Sweden.

  Sun 30 May 10 22:27  1 comment

• Streetfest – Shoreditch festival

  Looking for something dope to do on your Sunday. We highly recommend you hit up Streetfest in Shoreditch today, for a wicked street festival.

  Sun 30 May 10 11:19  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Wale – 90210

  We recommend you get some dope Wale in your life.

  Sun 30 May 10 10:47  No comments

• Free Download: Embee vs. Jerre Remixes!

  Two Swedish producers have gone head-to-head, releasing two nice remixes of each other's songs for free download. Get them here.

  Sun 30 May 10 8:31  1 comment

• Free Download: Ghost Poet – The Sound of Strangers EP

  Get your tingling hands on London's Ghostpoet's fresh EP on free download. It's something special from a big talent.

  Sat 29 May 10 14:48  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Bonobo – Eyes Down

  Let our recommended Bonobo track set the scene for your daily soundtrack

  Sat 29 May 10 14:46  No comments

• Live: Slakah the Beatchild, Tingsek and Ebrahim in Montreal, This Saturday

  This Swedish/Canadian trio are hitting up La Salla Rosa in Montreal this Saturday.

  Fri 28 May 10 14:13  No comments

• Free Download: Nacho Lovers – ‘Deeper’ (CFCF Remix)

  Download a new track from a dope Toronto house duo here.

  Fri 28 May 10 13:46  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: De La Soul – Breakadawn

  Start your morning in the right frame of mind with this 1993 Hip Hop classic from De La Soul.

  Fri 28 May 10 8:26  No comments

• Free Download: Major Lazer and La Roux – Lazerproof! Mixtape

  Download the new mixtape by Diplo, Switch and British band La Roux right here.

  Thu 27 May 10 16:09  No comments

• Free Download: The Longcut – ‘Repeated’ (Toro y Moi Remix)

  Download Toro y Moi's remix of The Longcut's repeated at Beatnik.

  Thu 27 May 10 9:52  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Jose James – ‘Save Your Love For Me’

  Let Jose James' quartet interpretation of 'Save Your Love For Me' get you through this Thursday.

  Thu 27 May 10 9:48  No comments

• Download: The New School Beat Tape compiled by HypeD0G

  Download ten banging beats compiled by our friends at HypeD0G to bless your Wednesday afternoon.

  Wed 26 May 10 19:02  1 comment

• Live: Hudson Mohawke, Hovatron & Lunice Saturday, 29 May!

  A spectacular showcase is going down this Saturday in Montreal. Get the info here.

  Wed 26 May 10 15:13  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Quantic – Transatlantic

  Summer is coming and we got the sunny beat from Quantic to bounce in the sun to.

  Wed 26 May 10 8:55  No comments

• Video: Flying Lotus – Heave (n)

  Check out a cut by Flying Lotus that did not make his recent album Cosmogramma.

  Tue 25 May 10 17:08  2 comments

• Free Download: Gil-Scott Heron – ‘New York is Killing Me’ ft. Mos Def

  Download a remix of Gil Scott-Heron's 2010 single here.

  Tue 25 May 10 15:45  1 comment

• Free Download: Homebody Sandman – ‘Yea, But I Can Rhyme Though’

  Get a sneak preview of Homeboy Sandman's The Good Sun at Beatnik.

  Tue 25 May 10 15:18  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Souls of Mischief – ‘93 til Infinity’

  In honour of the recent heat wave Beatnik recommends you a real summer jam from 17 years ago.

  Tue 25 May 10 5:58  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Natty – Bedroom eyes

  Start your week right with this acoustic wonder from soulful contemporary Reggae talent, Natty.

  Mon 24 May 10 10:16  No comments

• Ill Bill, Slaine & DJ Eclipse Live in Montreal

  Get your dose of hardcore hip-hop on Wednesday, May 26th at Le Belmont in Montreal.

  Sun 23 May 10 15:49  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Skymark feat Andreya Triana – Shine

  Prepare to chase UV rays with our recommendation from Skymark.

  Sun 23 May 10 12:05  2 comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Lorn – ‘Tomorrow’

  Lorn's new album Nothing Else is out in June. We recommend you listen to a track off the album here.

  Sat 22 May 10 17:10  No comments

• Free Download: The Roots – ‘Dear God 2.0′

  Download the second signle from The Roots' new album How I Got Over at Beatnik.

  Sat 22 May 10 16:59  No comments

• Free Download: Francis and The Lights – ‘For Days’

  Download 'For Days', a new track from US indie outfit Francis and The Lights at Beatnik.

  Fri 21 May 10 20:08  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Reflection Eternal – ‘Ballad of the Black Gold’

  This Friday we're bumping som'n thumping from Reflection Eternal's new album Revolution per Minute.

  Fri 21 May 10 8:45  No comments

• FREE DOWNLOAD: BIG K.I.R.T – K.I.R.T Wuz Here

  Don't miss the free download of Mississippi emcee/producer Big K.I.R.T debut album. Fans of UK singer Adele will like this one.

  Thu 20 May 10 20:55  1 comment

• Spine TV Studio Session

  Don't miss another evening of good music and free booze courtesy of Havana Club & Spine TV this Saturday!

  Thu 20 May 10 20:41  No comments

• Stream HypeD0G’s The New School: 10 Up and Coming Producers for 2010

  London based website HypeD0G has good taste in producers. Get a taste of what the hip-hop scene has brewing in this post.

  Thu 20 May 10 18:58  No comments

• Kon & Amir Interview with Okayplayer

  Read Okayplayer's lengthy interview with Boston, NYC crate diggers Kon & Amir.

  Thu 20 May 10 16:03  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Opensouls – Telephone Song

  Today we recommend some NZ soul from the Opensouls dope collective.

  Thu 20 May 10 10:48  1 comment

• PVD Releases Breaks: 26 Original, Royalty-Free Breakbeats

  All producers on the lookout for breaks need to heed this new release by PVD.

  Wed 19 May 10 19:54  No comments

• Video: The Roots – ‘How I Got Over’

  The Roots' new album is dropping in june. Check out the nice video to 'How I Got Over' here.

  Wed 19 May 10 8:53  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Aesop Rock – ‘Getaway Car’ ft. Cage & Breeze Brewin’

  Today Beatnik brings you a track from New York lyricist Aesop Rock's 2007 album None Shall Pass.

  Wed 19 May 10 8:53  No comments

• Free Download: Tanya Morgan – The Sandwich Shop

  Download the new mixtape The Sandwich Shop from US indie rap outfit Tanya Morgan. More to followon Donwill and Von Pea...

  Tue 18 May 10 20:31  1 comment

• Reflection Eternal – Revolutions per Minute Out Today!

  Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek's second album Revolutions per Minute drops today.

  Tue 18 May 10 16:51  1 comment

• Free Download: Guilty Simpson, Bumps & J.Rocc – ‘Drums’

  Download a new track from Stones Throw artists Guilty Simpson, J.Rocc and Bumps (drummers from Tortoise).

  Tue 18 May 10 9:59  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Sage Francis – The Best of Times

  Beatnik recommends the strongest song from Sage Francis' new album Li(f)e, 'The Best of Times'.

  Tue 18 May 10 9:59  1 comment

• DJ Vadim UK & Europe tour dates

  DJ VADIM is back in the UK & Europe after hitting the light fantastic with Bassnecter and Major Lazer across the United States. We have the list of tour dates right here.

  Mon 17 May 10 17:28  No comments

• Free Download: DJ Spinbad – Underground Airplay Vol. 1 (Various Artists)

  We're taking you back a decade or so and presenting you with a lost jewel: DJ Spinbad's Underground Airplay Vol. 1, a compilation the New York DJ threw together for Ecko Unltd. and Lyricist Lounge back in 2001.

  Mon 17 May 10 15:29  3 comments

• Opensouls are a special soul collective.

  You need to get know the brilliant flavours coming from NZ Soul super group Opensouls. With Tyra Hommond and Julien Dyne amongst their members the sweet vibe is pretty obvious .

  Mon 17 May 10 12:01  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Bilal – ‘Soul Sista’

  Start your week off easy by listening to Bilal's cool ballad 'Soul Sista' at Beatnik.

  Mon 17 May 10 11:20  No comments

• The Roots – How I Got Over

  Peep the stunning cover to The Roots' new release How I Got Over and get a taste of the album right here.

  Mon 17 May 10 1:43  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Oddisee – ‘Anticipation’ ft. Kingpen Slim

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you may or may not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we get our tunes from Oddisee, whose Odd Spring EP had us going a little mad this week.

  Sun 16 May 10 7:48  No comments

• TY Album launch party at Jazz cafe

  Don't miss TY's album launch party at the Jazz Cafe. Backed by a live band it's gonna be a banger of a night!

  Sat 15 May 10 23:54  No comments

• Kon & Amir Present: The 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Samples Of All Time

  Kon & Amir have teamed up with Complex Magazine to select the 50 best original samples to some classic hip-hop records. Peep the list here.

  Sat 15 May 10 15:22  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Artic Monkeys – Riot Van

  Far from the usual sounds playing at Beatnik we choose a hidden gem from Artic Monkeys. But you will like.

  Sat 15 May 10 12:17  No comments

• Download: Reflection Eternal – Ballad of the Black Gold

  Parts of the Beatnik team are so nervous about the impending release of Reflection Eternal’s Revolution per Minute that they will not pay it any attention until the release date, May 18, when they will lock themselves in a room to give the album a listen in its entirety. Not all of us share that immense...

  Fri 14 May 10 16:48  1 comment

• promotion video from grooveman Spot – Change Situations

  Check out the promotion video from Japanese DJ/producer Grooveman Spot for his forthcoming and second album Change Situations.

  Fri 14 May 10 11:57  No comments

• ty q&a and album showcase

  On Thursday the 10th of June you need to get yourselves down to a free night with acclaimed Hip Hop artist and Beatnik favourite TY at the British Music Experience.

  Fri 14 May 10 11:26  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Hi Perspective – Faster feat. Kissey Asplund

  Today for our daily recommendation we turn to Hi Perspective's blissfully funky 'Faster' featuring Jazz/Hip hop sensation Kissey Asplund.

  Fri 14 May 10 11:07  No comments

• Download: Dimitri from Paris ‘Get Down With the Philly Sound’ Mini-Mix

  Dimitri from Paris' remix project Get Down With the Philly Sound is being released next week on BBE Music. The album will contain 14 original Philadelphia disco tracks, with 14 remixes by Dimitri that use the original multitrack recordings. Download a 'mini-mix' of the album at Beatnik.

  Thu 13 May 10 10:14  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Hudson Mohawke – ‘Joy Fantastic’ ft. Oliver Daysoul

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you may or may not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, we go for hyper-electronic adventure from Warp Records producer Hudson Mohawke.

  Thu 13 May 10 10:09  No comments

• Video: Fashawn – ‘Samsonite Man’ ft. Blu

  The video to Fashawn's single 'Samsonite Man' is now out, and it's looking very good. The track features fellow Cali MC Blu and is produced by Exile. Stream the video here, and peep our interview and photo shoot with Fashawn too.

  Thu 13 May 10 0:46  No comments

• Radio: Dam-Funk Interview

  This phone interview with Dam-Funk, taken from an Australian radio station, gives you the chance to get more familiar with the origins of the California funk and disco guru's sound. Stream it after the jump.

  Wed 12 May 10 16:25  1 comment

• Download: Oddisee – Odd Spring

  Oddisee, one of our absolute favourites here at Beatnik, has completed his season EP's with the fourth instalment: Odd Spring. Get the free download after the jump. Good music!

  Wed 12 May 10 14:00  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Holly Miranda – Waves

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you may or may not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Thanks to the people over at Yours Truly we are turned on to this acoustic and powerful gem from Holly Miranda. If you're soulless turn away now.

  Tue 11 May 10 17:26  1 comment

• Video: Mayer Hawthorne – One Track Mind

  Check out Mayer Hawthorne's video to 'One Track Mind' off his 2009 album A Strange Arrangement. European readers are urged to go see him on the next leg of his tour - get the dates at Stones Throw.

  Tue 11 May 10 16:31  No comments

• Major Lazer Announces New EP Lazers Never Die

  Diplo and Switch's Major Lazer debut album is being followed up by an EP entitled Lazers Never Die, out 20 July this year. Get the cover art, collaborations and tour info here.

  Tue 11 May 10 16:13  1 comment

• Video: Toro y Moi – You Hid and Leave Everywhere Announcement

  Toro y Moi did a live studio recording of his song 'You Hid' from his debut album Causers of This when in San Francisco. Stream the video here, get the low-down on his new project Leave Everywhere and his upcoming US/Canada tour dates.

  Tue 11 May 10 16:13  No comments

• RJD2 Live in London

  LIVE NATION presents RJD2 live at London's Scala with very special guests. Don't miss a true master Hip Hop, load percussion and soulful touches. One of our favourites.

  Tue 11 May 10 13:07  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: The Invisible – London Girl

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you may or may not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we turn to heros of Indie soul London trio David Okumu, Leo Taylor and Tom Herbert that make up The Invisible and their gentle wonder - London Girl.

  Tue 11 May 10 11:16  1 comment

• Soundwave Croatia: Party of the Summer!

  Soundwave Croatia is presenting us with a ridiculously nice line-up for their weekend festival from 23-25 July this year. The Beatnik team will be present, and so should you. Peep the lineup and more information here.

  Mon 10 May 10 15:48  1 comment

• Free Download: Kev Brown – A Random Joint

  Our friends over at -Put Me On It- have an exclusive, ridiculously good free download from Kev Brown. This joint is hot.

  Mon 10 May 10 14:12  No comments

• Video: Embee – ‘Upside Down’ ft. Maia Hirasawa

  The Mellow Turning Moment is the name of Swedish producer Embee's second solo album, which dropped in February this year. View the video to the second single 'Upside Down' here, an up-tempo pop track that features Swedish vocalist Maia Hirasawa.

  Mon 10 May 10 14:03  No comments

• Canadian Hip Hop producer Marco Polo announces new album

  Toronto's finest Hip Hop beat maker Marco Polo is set to drop his new album - The Stupendous Adventures of Marco Polo, on June 29th. We've got the big info on this highly anticipated project plus a little gem from his Port Authority album.

  Mon 10 May 10 13:21  1 comment

• Free Download: Illastate – The Fact Still Remains beats

  Looking for some fresh Hip Hop instrumentals? Then don't sleep on these chilled beats soaked in UV rays from producer duo Illastate from Cali.

  Mon 10 May 10 12:44  1 comment

• Four Tet – Much Love To The Plastic People

  Four Tet put the mix CD he gave out at Plastic People in London last month up on Soundcloud. So we get a second chance to listen for free to something special.

  Mon 10 May 10 12:25  No comments

• beatnik recommends: J-Rocc – secondhand sureshots beat

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you may or may not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we turn to a simple looping dusty gem that J-Rocc made for the Stones Throw Documentary - Secondhand Sureshots.

  Mon 10 May 10 12:14  No comments

• Download: Dam-Funk – ‘Monsta’ (Demo)

  Check out Dam-Funk's new demo 'Monsta' that the funk-meister himself unleashed on Twitter last night. Funk's future is being defined, by Mr. Funk is still on his quest.

  Sun 9 May 10 14:56  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Robert Glasper Experiment – ‘All Matter’ ft. Bilal

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you may or may not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we bring you Brooklyn jazz genius Robert Glasper's collaboration with Bilal - 'All Matter'. Perfect Sunday vibes.

  Sun 9 May 10 14:56  No comments

• Download: El-P – ‘Whores: The Movie’

  Underground hip-hop pioneer El-P is releasing an instrumental hip-hop album with the charming title Weareallgoingtoburninhellmegamixxx3 this summer. Download a sneak preview of the forthcoming release at Beatnik; space-hop and twisted noises galore.

  Sat 8 May 10 19:43  No comments

• Download: Diesler – Deepest Cuba

  We are proud to give you a taste of London producer Diesler's new project entitled Tie Breakers, due to be out on Social Beats/Unique Records on 4 June this year. Stream or download 'Deepest Cuba' here - good vibes for your Saturday night.

  Sat 8 May 10 18:58  No comments

• Hot 8 Brass Band – Sexual Healing (Marvin Gaye Cover)

  Superb big and bold cover of Marvin Gaye's 'Sexual Healing' by New Orleans based Hot 8 Brass Band. Feel the horns!

  Sat 8 May 10 13:21  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Luniz – I Got 5 On It

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you may or may not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we revert back to 1995 and the ultra west coast classic 'I Got 5 On It' by Luniz.

  Sat 8 May 10 13:05  No comments

• Video: Nomadic Massive – Moving Forward

  Peep the new, rowdy video to Nomadic Massive's bombastic 'Moving Forward'. It's the Montreal hip-hop collective at their finest.

  Fri 7 May 10 17:10  1 comment

• Download: Muhsinah – Lose My Fuse (Flying Lotus Remix)

  US soul singer Muhsinah has been making noise for a couple of years. Find out why by downloading Flying Lotus' remix of her track 'Lose My Fuse' at Beatnik.

  Fri 7 May 10 15:24  No comments

• Free Download: Diego Bernal – Four Corners

  Instrumental beats that are nurtured with soul, funk and a lot of dust, Texas inhabitant Diego Bernal offers - Four Corners. We highly recommend and It's free so what you waiting for fools!!!

  Fri 7 May 10 14:10  No comments

• London Posse – style

  We reminisce back to 1996 to London Posse's classic Ragga/Hip Hop infused 'Style'. Check the Drum n Bass remix too with SHY FX.

  Fri 7 May 10 13:47  1 comment

• Man Like Me – Lovestruck EP Launch party

  Indie Pop outfit and general bakers of quasar sounds, Man Like Me are finally dropping their new highly anticipated Lovestruck EP. And to celebrate they are throwing a bananas launch party at the Electric Ballroom with support from the coolest of friends.

  Fri 7 May 10 11:54  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Julien Dyne – ‘Fallin’ Down’

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you may or may not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we head all the way down under to New Zealand for our smooth soundtrack, provided by producer Julien Dyne.

  Fri 7 May 10 10:54  No comments

• Redux presents: The Nextmen, Rodney P & Skitz and Uncle Dicky Album launch party

  EARWAX presents REDUX, London's hot spot for live music south of the river are cooking up some mad flavours this Friday 7th May. Don't miss a chance to see The Nextmen, alongside the legendary Rodney P and Skitz and other brilliant noise makers.

  Thu 6 May 10 17:03  1 comment

• Bonobo live in london at the Roundhouse

  Ninja Tunes most successful artist and king of atmospheric chilled sounds, Bonobo, as part of his European tour for Black Sands, is playing in London on the 29th of May at The Roundhouse. With support from a full live band and the Andreya Triana it couldn't get better then this. get your tickets.

  Thu 6 May 10 16:15  1 comment

• Download: TiRon – 60901 (Prod. Oddisee)

  Chicago, or apparently Kankakee, Illinois, native TiRon just dropped a new song. '60901' is produced by Oddisee, and it's fire. Download it here.

  Thu 6 May 10 14:53  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Daru Jones – From Then 2 Now

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, we travel to Brooklyn, NY, to see what drummer Daru Jones has cooking for us. He's been releasing herds of interesting projects via his Bandcamp page since December last year, and this one is no different.

  Thu 6 May 10 14:53  2 comments

• Free Download: Georgia Anne Muldrow – Untitled/Fantastic Interpretation Remix

  There is a lot of talk about Mochilla's Timeless tribute to J Dilla, Mulatu Asatke and Arthur Verocai. And it's deserved. Georgia Anne Muldrow has now released a remix of Mochilla's orchestral remake of J Dilla's Untitled/Fantastic and it is... fantastic. Download the MP3 and watch Ms. Muldrow play it out on her keyboard here.

  Wed 5 May 10 17:22  No comments

• Preview Shad K’s New Album TSOL

  Canadian star Shad K is letting music magazine Spinner preview his whole album one month before its release. Get the link here and tell us what you think of this magnificent hip-hop! Long live Shad.

  Wed 5 May 10 14:43  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Theo Parrish – Moonlite

  For our daily fix of beats, today we delve into the deep soulful sounds of Detroit House Theo Parrish. Don't miss him and Peanut Butter Wolf at Deviation tonight.

  Wed 5 May 10 10:57  No comments

• Podcast: Juan Epstein feat. NERD

  Cipha Sounds and Peter Rosenberg's podcast Juan Epstein has been frequented by many a great artist. This time around, it's N*E*R*D's Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo turn to have in informal and impolite conversation with the duo. Download it after the jump.

  Tue 4 May 10 18:34  1 comment

• Video: Rox – ‘I Don’t Believe’

  Rox just released the video to her second single 'I Don't Believe'. Stream it here and don't forget to peep our exclusive feature and photo shoot with UK soul's rising star.

  Tue 4 May 10 15:18  No comments

• Madlib Tee’s by Parra!

  Stones Throw are once again coming through with fresh t-shirts. This time it's blunted producer Madlib who gets his own piece of clothing in the form of a clever design by Parra. Peep the info here.

  Tue 4 May 10 14:58  No comments

• Live: Caribou at La Tulipe, Montreal Tomorrow!

  Canada's reigning electronic champion Caribou is being joined by Toro Y Moi for what should be a spectacular show in Montreal tomorrow night. Stream one track from each artist and get the info here.

  Tue 4 May 10 14:49  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: 4Hero – Planeteria (A Theme From A Dream)

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today we recommend you get lost in the percussion Drum N Bass of classic 4Hero

  Tue 4 May 10 11:10  No comments

• Download: Jon Phonics – Half Past Calm 2

  In collaboration with their brand new website, YNR presents - Half Past Calm 2 - from Jon Phonics on free download. This producer has that real UK Hip Hop flavour so it's only fitting YNR provided the love.

  Mon 3 May 10 22:06  1 comment

• The Black Keys – The Next Girl

  We like the new track from The Black Keys from the forthcoming album - Brothers

  Mon 3 May 10 21:28  1 comment

• Video: Francis and The Lights – ‘Darling, It’s Alright’

  New York City indie outfit Francis and The Lights are being talked about, to say the least. Find out why by watching the video to their brilliant song 'Darling, It's Alright' at Beatnik.

  Mon 3 May 10 20:27  No comments

• The M.F. Social Club Presents: Two independent music documentaries from LA

  The M.F. Social Club are presenting two very unique independent Hip Hop documentaries this Sunday. The only UK screening of these two fantastic films: Stones Throw's 'Secondhand SureShots' and Mochilla's J-Dilla tribute 'Timeless - Suite for Ma Dukes' its the perfect way to unwind this weekends activities.

  Mon 3 May 10 16:16  1 comment

• Last Skeptik’s Quarter Life Crisis Brithday Bonanza

  Come celebrate this Saturday 8th May Hip Hop producer supreme and general fantastic noise maker The Last Skeptik's Quarter-Life Crisis Birthday Party at the Queen of Hoxton. With a ridiculous list of DJ's and musicians passing through to show their love and cheap entry all night, it's gonna be one of the parties of the year!.

  Mon 3 May 10 13:09  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Embee – Stay Up Late

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. We choose to start off our week with a melodic and mellow blend of jazz and hip-hop served by Swedish producer Embee. Stream the track here.

  Mon 3 May 10 6:30  No comments

• Download: Blu – NewMGNGrand

  California emcee Blu has been on the come up since his 2008 album with Exile, Below the Heavens. His latest download is NewMGNGrand. Our initial reaction was hesitant, but we've decided to share Blu's latest creative outburst with you. Download it here.

  Sun 2 May 10 22:24  No comments

• Beatnik Recommends: Fashawn – Life as a Shorty (ft. J. Mitchell)

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Ending our week is Fashawn, the California emcee whose video for 'Life As a Shorty' from his 2009 debut album Boy Meets World puts the finishing touch to a nice track.

  Sun 2 May 10 7:27  No comments

• Video: Dimitri from Paris ‘Get Down with the Philly Sound’ Documentary

  Dimitri from Paris has an exciting new project coming - Get Down with the Philly Sound. We can't be certain of the form of it, but we do know that there is a teaser of a documentary on the BBE website. Stream it here.

  Sat 1 May 10 16:23  No comments

• Andreya Triana at Passing Clouds tonight

  Soul singer and sonic queen Andreya Triana is back fresh from supporting Bonobo on his American Tour and is playing a live acoustic set at Passing Clouds in Dalston, East London, tonight!. Don't miss it!

  Sat 1 May 10 10:07  1 comment

• Beatnik Recommends: Dice Raw – The End of the Road

  Every day Beatnik Recommends you a track you might or might not have heard, but definitely need in your life. Today, we snatch a track from Dice Raw's brilliant J Dilla-tribute Dice, Dilla, Pregunta. 'The End of the Road' has Questlove and band conjure up that knocking, off-beat J Dilla hip-hop that they understand so well. And Dice's rhymes are on point, as expected. Rowdy sounds for a lively Saturday.

  Sat 1 May 10 8:12  No comments

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