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To be known as the ‘Ambassador of Boogie Funk’ holds unusual diplomatic weight in this musical world. Highly respected amongst the musical elite, In his words and those of many others he’s here to represent the inhabitants of Funkmosphere and after hearing his debut ‘Eachtoizown’ it’s a citzenship we should all be applying for.Tue 26 Jan 10 5:00 4 comments
Baths – Cerulean
Check out our review of Baths' debut album Cerulean, an emotional journey that will thrill listeners.Fri 2 Jul 10 16:48 No comments
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
Free Download: Dam-Funk – ‘All I Wanna Do Is Get Away’
Download a new track by Stones Throw funkster Dam Funk right here.Tue 7 Sep 10 10:44 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Prince – ‘Sticky Like Glue’
Prince decided to drop another album this year. We recommend you listen to 'Sticky Like Glue' from it.Sun 5 Sep 10 21:00 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Rufus & Chaka Khan – ‘Ain’t Nobody’
A disco classic from 1983 for our daily recommendation. Rufus and Chaka Khan we praise you!Sat 4 Sep 10 9:37 No comments
Live: The Haggis Horns & Nia Saw + Homecut
This Friday expect a floor-filling mix of hard-hitting funk, instrumental hip hop and firing afrobeat as The Haggis Horns take over The Jazz Cafe. With soul vibes and beatboxing from Nia Saw and Homecut it's gonna be a party ya'll!Wed 1 Sep 10 9:21 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: ASM – ‘Boom to the Bap’
Get some serious boom bap hip hop with that signature funk twist from ASM (A State Of Mind).Wed 1 Sep 10 9:20 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: el Michels Affair – ‘Too Late to Turn Back’
el Michels Affair gives retro funk every reason not to carry bad connotations. Listen to their song 'Too Late to Turn Back' here.Fri 20 Aug 10 7:12 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Minority Band – Tasty Tune
We go way back to some infectious funk for our daily recommendation. Don't worry it's a 'Tasty Tune'.Sat 14 Aug 10 12:43 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Count BassD – ‘(You Know That You Play) This’
Today we introduce you to some Southern US goodness by Count BassD.Tue 3 Aug 10 11:31 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Dam-Funk – ‘I Wanna Thank You’
Peep two incredible versions of the Californian funk maestro's hit right here.Thu 22 Jul 10 14:42 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Baths – ‘Lovely Bloodflow’
Get into a nice and funky groove to Baths' new album today.Thu 8 Jul 10 8:35 No comments
New Track: Dam-Funk – ‘Black Angels’
Fresh off Dam-Funk's Twitter account comes another unreleased and raw mix: 'Black Angels'. Stream it here.Sat 26 Jun 10 18:56 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Prince – ‘Uptown’
Tonight we're partying to 'Uptown' by Prince - so should you.Fri 25 Jun 10 16:46 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Saravah Soul – ‘Alforria’
Get some amazing Brazilian vibes into your life with Saravah Soul's new single.Wed 23 Jun 10 6:14 No comments
Beatnik Exclusive: DJ Devastate – The Floor (Funk/Fusion Mix)
Beatnik is proud to bring you this exclusive download: DJ Devastate's funk/fusion mix The Floor... gitonup!Tue 22 Jun 10 16:59 No comments
Beatnik Recommends: Hypnotic Brass Ensemble – ‘Spottie’ (Outkast Cover)
Your Monday should be graced by the presence of this US brass ensemble's take on a classic Outkast song from 1998.Mon 7 Jun 10 8:36 No comments
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
dam-funk releases new mp3
Dam-Funk has blessed with "Do U Feel the Same Way I Do?", an unmasterd MP3 release available at Stones Throw. Peep it here.Thu 25 Mar 10 14:35 No comments
mochilla timeless dvd box!
Mochilla are honouring some timeless greats in music: J-Dilla, Mulatu Astatke and Arthur Verocai. A DVD Box Set with plenty of goodies is out March 30th.Tue 23 Mar 10 16:11 No comments
kon – strong love mix
If you're like us, you're summoning the strength to grind for another week. No shame in that, and certainly no shame in doing it wih the right soundtrack. This Sunday sees Kon from BBE's crate digger-duo Kon & Amir provide the soundtrack.Sun 21 Mar 10 16:55 No comments
dj devastate: the couch and the bar
DJ Devastate brings us the funk for this Saturday night with two delightful mixes: The Couch and The Bar.Sun 14 Feb 10 16:48 No comments
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