Wednesday May 16, 2012 at 2:06
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Show and A.G. - Goodfellas (1995) (Payday/FFRR Records)
Goodfellas is the second album by hip hop duo Show and A.G. If you’re looking for a raw hip hop album that represents skills, look no further. A.G. spits some of his nicest rhymes on this album. A.G. comes at you raw nonstop with one of the calmest and smoothest deliveries I’ve ever heard. What makes this album so unique is that most of the beats come hard, but not once does A.G. ever lose his cool. Trust me, it’s ill. Sometimes Goodfellas can be overlooked as an album because of its classic hit “Next Level (Nyte Time Mix),” but it’s easily Show and AG’s best album. You can listen to a song from Goodfellas called “You Know Now” at the top of this post.
Thursday May 10, 2012 at 13:58
Devendra Banhart - “The Good Red Road” (2005) (Troubleman Unlimited Records)
This is just a follow up to my last post. Since I was posting a split album I thought I’d post a song from each artist, so here you go!
Thursday May 10, 2012 at 13:47
Jana Hunter / Devendra Banhart - Jana Hunter / Devendra Banhart (2005) (Troubleman Unlimited Records)
Jana Hunter / Devendra Banhart is a self-titled split album by both artists. The first five songs on the album are recorded by Jana Hunter, and the last five songs on the album are recorded by Devendra Banhart. The album was only released on LP by Troubleman Unlimited Records. Though Jana Hunter’s songs are all acoustic, her vocals are hypnotizing and make you a fan instantly. Devendra Banhart’s half of the album is more of the same. His unique voice and strange lyrics are always fun to hear. Devendra even ends the album by doing his own rendition of R. Kelly’s “Step in the Name of Love.” Overall this album is beautiful. It’s an easy 30 minute listen and it’s perfect to listen to while camping. Since this is a split album I’ll post a song by Jana Hunter in this post, and a song by Devendra Banhart in the next post. You can listen to the song “Black Haven” by Jana Hunter at the top of this post.
Sunday April 22, 2012 at 19:02
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Lee Perry - Roast Fish, Collie Weed & Corn Bread (1978) (Upsetter Records)
Roast Fish, Collie Weed & Corn Bread is the 1978 album by Lee “Scratch” Perry. This album was the first to consist entirely of songs sung all by Perry himself. This was the first Lee Perry album I ever heard, and now it’s my favorite album of his, so far. Back in the day when I knew nothing about reggae, I went into a record store and picked out this record, and a Burning Spear record. I walked up to the clerk and asked him which one I should purchase. He suggested the Lee Perry album, and it’s been a favorite ever since. I love this album so much because it doesn’t sound like a typical reggae record. Lee Perry gets extra experimental on this album by adding abstract noises to his songs (random background noises, drowning horns, a baby crying, a cow mooing, etc), bringing a fresh new perspective to reggae music. You can listen to a song on Roast Fish, Collie Weed & Corn Bread called “Soul Fire” at the top of this post.
Sunday April 22, 2012 at 15:37
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Miles Davis - In A Silent Way (1969) (Columbia Records)
In A Silent Way is a studio album by jazz musician Miles Davis. The album was recorded in one session date on February 18, 1969 at CBS 30th Street Studio B in New York City. Knowing this album was recorded in a single day is awesome for how good it is. Picturing these guys recording this in one day while listening to it makes the listening experience a lot cooler. In A Silent Way has been said to be Davis’s first fusion recording, marking the beginning of his “electric” period. The album was produced by jazz saxophonist, composer, and producer Ted Macero. Macero edited and arranged Davis’s recordings from the session, and incorporated elements of classical sonata form. The last six minutes of the first track are actually the first six minutes of the same track repeated in exactly the same form. The album also included guitarist newcomer John McLaughlin, who was recruited by Davis’s drummer, Tony Williams. Williams brought McLaughlin to Davis’s house the night before the scheduled session for In A Silent Way. Davis was so impressed by McLaughlin’s playing, he told him to show up at the studio the next day. In A Silent Way is considered to be one of Davis’s greatest and most influential works. You can listen to the end of side one called “Shhh/Peaceful” at the top of this post.
Monday April 09, 2012 at 20:21
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Animal Collective - People EP (Fat Cat Records) (2006)
People is an EP by Animal Collective. People has four songs on it, and is just under 19 minutes in length. Animal Collective recorded these songs while working on their 2005 album “Feels.” The songs on this EP actually sound like leftover songs from ‘Feels’ that didn’t make the album, which is actually a nice little treat if you’re an AC fan. You can listen to a song from this EP called “People” at the top of this post.
Monday April 02, 2012 at 18:05
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Prince Paul - Itstrumental (2005) (Female Fun Records)
Itstrumental is the fourth solo album by hip-hop producer Prince Paul. Prince Paul is mostly known for his work with the group De La Soul, and being the originator of making skits on albums. Prince Paul always brings the most fun and creativity to his music, and is always doing something silly at one point or another. Saying that, Itstrumental includes all of this and paints you a perfect picture of Prince Paul’s style. Like most of Paul’s work, Itstrumental follows a theme. The album is strung together by a series of skits about the Mental Victims Unit (a play on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit) tracking down and arresting Prince Paul. Itstrumental has it all, and comes packed with originality, comedic skits, laughs, and sad heartfelt moments. You can get a taste of the album by listening to the song “My Friend The Popmaster” at the top of this post.
Happy Birthday Prince Paul!
Wednesday January 25, 2012 at 19:19
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Geotic - Mend (2010) (Self-Released)
I don’t really know much about this album, but I like it. Mend is an instrumental album by the man behind the band “Baths,” Will Wiesenfeld. I’ve been playing this in the car a lot lately, and it makes my drives so peaceful. Every time I hear this album I think of nature, and the past. The guitar loops on each song are all unique in their own way, and make the album flow perfectly. You can hear the first song on Mend called “Unwind” at the top of this post.
Monday January 23, 2012 at 23:58
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Vikki Carr - For Once in My Life (1969) (Liberty Records)
“For Once in My Life” is a live album by Vikki Carr that was recorded at the Persian Room in New York City. Not only is this my favorite record by Vikki Carr, but it was the first of hers I ever heard. For Once in My Life was one of the first records I ever sampled, so it really means a lot to me. One thing I really like about this album is that it’s live. The first time I heard it I was so impressed with Vikki’s vocal performance I immediately went out and bought like four more of her records within the next week. Vikki Carr will always be one of my favorite female vocalists, and I’ll always have a sentimental attachment to this record. You can hear a song from ‘For Once in My Life’ called “It Must Be Him” at the top of this post.
Monday January 23, 2012 at 22:17
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Ludacris - Back For The First Time (2000) (Disturbing Tha Peace/Def Jam Recordings)
Back for the First Time is the first studio album by Ludacris. I’ve been listening to this album since its release date. I was in the 5th grade and one of my friends moms who was all into Hip-Hop burned me a copy of this CD. I think that’s why I’ve grown to like this album so much, ha ha. I’m not so sure about Ludas music nowadays, but this album still bangs. It really doesn’t get any better than the Ludacris you hear on Back for the First Time. His wild rawness makes Back for the First Time a fun album to listen to. You can hear a song on Back for the First Time called “U Got A Problem?” at the top of this post. (WARNING: This song may get you hyped)
Monday January 23, 2012 at 13:19
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Fatboy Slim - “Praise You” (1999) (Skint/Astralwerks Records)
Reintroducing you all to the 90’s classic by Fatboy Slim, “Praise You.” If you’ve never heard this song you’re about to be well acquainted. Peace!
Sunday January 22, 2012 at 2:41
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The Sylvers - The Sylvers (1972) (Pride/MGM Records)
The Sylvers is the 1972 debut album by the family group The Sylvers. ‘The Sylvers’ is one of those records that sounds good at any time. I particularly enjoy listening to it while shooting pool, but it seems to be playable under any circumstance. It’s a classic. The album was produced by jazz trombonist Keg Johnson, and singer from The Impressions Jerry Butler. This album is only 30 minutes long, so listening to it all the way through comes easy. If that’s not your style, you can listen to one of my favorite songs from the album at the top of this post called “Only One Can Win.” (Big ups to Dilla)
Saturday January 21, 2012 at 18:39
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Exuma - Exuma (1970) (Mercury Records)
This is the debut self-titled album by the unclassifiable musician, Exuma. I just recently heard this album, and it’s one of the most interesting pieces I’ve heard in a long time. The cover alone should give you an idea of how complex this album sounds. The vocals throughout the album sound very spiritual, and the music on ‘Exuma’ sounds like a mixture of African fusion, folk, psychedelic, and funk all in one. Exuma begins with the sound of a dog or wolf barking and howling, and keeps you interested until it ends, leaving you a bit unsure about what you just heard once it stops playing. I encourage everyone to hear this album at some point just because of how different it sounds. If not, you can hear a song called ”You Don’t Know What’s Going On” from the album ‘Exuma’ at the top of this post.
Saturday January 21, 2012 at 17:20
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Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth - All Souled Out (1991) (Elektra Records)
All Souled Out is the debut EP by Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth. As usual, Pete Rock’s beats are slammin’ and make you vibe until the records over, and C.L. Smooth only adds to that vibe with his distinct voice and laid back style that intertwines with Pete’s beats perfectly. If you’re about to have a BBQ or go shoot some hoops, All Souled Out should be your first choice of music. You can peep a song from All Souled Out called “Go With The Flow” at the top of this post.
Saturday January 21, 2012 at 14:03
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Arcade Fire - Arcade Fire EP (2003/05) (Merge Records)
This is the self-titled debut EP by Arcade Fire. There isn’t much to say about this one, except that this is one of the best EP’s I’ve ever heard, and that they really need to release it on vinyl. This seven song Arcade Fire EP must be heard if you are a fan. It’s hard to believe that this is their “early stuff”. You can listen to a song from this EP called “Headlights Look Like Diamonds” at the top of this post.
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