Just came across these jems while searching the net. F.U.N.K.Y!!!
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Maxxi Soundsystem
Just found about this guy heard some great music of the deep and funky house types. Here's a short bio from his page and then we'll dive into the disco!
Before the runaway success of club hit ‘Criticize’ which exploded everywhere at the beginning of the year from Annie Mac’s Radio 1 show to being featured on Beats in Space Best of 2010 Sam Watts had been DJing, putting on parties and working hard in his studio for a number of years in his home town of Brighton.Here's his latest release with all 3 going down well in my books. Be sure to pick them up at Beatport if they make you dance :)
Locally Sam is known more for the schtumm! parties which he runs with long time friend and DJ partner Neal Lewis which have brought many exciting acts (often for their debut show) to Brighton over the years, from Radio Slave to mulletover and Tensnake to the Idjut Boys.
Club nights aside his studio work began more intensely when working with Thomas Gandey in Cagedbaby, which he toured with playing live in 2008 and co-write a live version of the tour which performed several shows across the globe including Buenos Aires, Istanbul, Barcelona, Rockness, Glastonbury and the O2 Festival in Hyde Park. Sam & Tom regularly still work together.
With a strong drive to be creative and improve on each project Sam has been putting long hard hours in his studio this year and already remixed Wax Motif & Neoteric, Hercules & Love Affair, The 2 Bears and Retro/Grade. As a follow up to Criticize, Maxxi Soundsystem has been signed to Nervous Records new imprint Nürvous which is dedicated to the sounds of old house music (EP out this summer). Currently working with Miami man of the moment Danny Daze on new material and London vocalist Royston there’s some really exciting new music about to drop.
Catch Maxxi Soundsystem playing live in 2011 with shows including Glastonbury, Glade, Disco Bloodbath, Ministry Of Sound, Garden Festival Croatia, We Love… @ Space Ibiza and Creamfields; proving he can rock any dancefloor that’s put in front of him; playing a set made up of his own edits and remixes plus music plucked from his 8 years experience playing in clubs
It's on vinyl too (which is awesome!) at Juno
Here's a freebie that's quite groovy and it's a high quality Aiff file.
MORE INFO:
SoundCloud
Beatport
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Jonas Rathsman
Nu disco has had a special place in my heart and playlists lately and here's a good reason why. I just came across Jonas on SoundCloud while browsing the page for the label he manages, French Express. These two are uplifting good times on soundwaves...
Check out the label Jonas manages FRENCH EXPRESS for more funky treats!
Plump DJs
The Plumps come back in true breakbeat fashion with this 808 bomb of a track! I remember they played this when they were here in Orlando and the place went off! It'll be sure to do the same at any party you drop this at. DO YOU LIKE BASS?!?!?
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Back to Basics
It's been too long since my last post, but sometimes life takes you in directions you don't expect and everything must be put on hold. But alas, I'm back with some great music that I've been jamming to!
Here are some quality funky breaks bangers by Cut La Roc!
Here is an amazing song produced by Shy FX for Yasmin! This is slated to be released on January 15th , 2012 so mark your calenders! The original is of a purely amentastic nu jungle flavor while the equally superb remix by MJ Cole puts it on the 2 step tip. Great arsenal to have in your bag for any party :)
ORIGINAL MIX
MJ COLE REMIX
I've been listening to A LOT of funky house and nu disco so here's a few of my favs!
This reached the download limit on SoundCloud so get it HERE
ENJOY THE MUSIC PARTY PEEPS. IF THEY'RE NOT FREE DOWNLOADS BE SURE TO SUPPORT THESE ARTISTS BY BUYING THEM FROM BEATPORT, JUNO & SO ON. IT ALL GOES AROUND :)
MORE TO COME....................
Here are some quality funky breaks bangers by Cut La Roc!
Here is an amazing song produced by Shy FX for Yasmin! This is slated to be released on January 15th , 2012 so mark your calenders! The original is of a purely amentastic nu jungle flavor while the equally superb remix by MJ Cole puts it on the 2 step tip. Great arsenal to have in your bag for any party :)
ORIGINAL MIX
MJ COLE REMIX
I've been listening to A LOT of funky house and nu disco so here's a few of my favs!
This reached the download limit on SoundCloud so get it HERE
ENJOY THE MUSIC PARTY PEEPS. IF THEY'RE NOT FREE DOWNLOADS BE SURE TO SUPPORT THESE ARTISTS BY BUYING THEM FROM BEATPORT, JUNO & SO ON. IT ALL GOES AROUND :)
MORE TO COME....................
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Krafty Kuts - Data Transmission Podcast 180
WOW!!!! Krafty Kuts rips it the funk up on this guest mix he did for Data Transmission. He throws in wicked acapellas on top of mixing and cutin' 'n' scratching to make this a fresh and exclusive set from beginning to end. BIG UPS KRAFTY!
Also, check out the interview he did with Data Transmission Here.
Download Link
Also, check out the interview he did with Data Transmission Here.
Download Link
Thursday, July 28, 2011
DJ Icey
HOT FUNKY FIRE!!! Great remix by the one and only DJ Icey! I'll definitely have to drop this at my birthday party this Saturday! The original vocals come in instantly along with great amen/organic drums glitched up just nicely. But, the ragga vocal just takes it to the next level for me! Free download (thanks Icey!) so enjoy bigtime!
Here's the orginal that is dope as well:
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Day in Paradise
Moby
Great chill vibe here... Reminds me of watching the sun come up with friends after a great party.
Journeyman & BARRcode
I'm a sucker for some reggae breaks and this one is a jamma. Big ups to Journeyman & BARRcode!
Enjoy the DJ mix they put together as well:
Cut La Roc
I'm really diggin these here by Cut La Roc from across the pond.
Saturday, July 9, 2011
U-Tern
Garnering universal respect from peers is not common for DJs-come-producers. U-Tern somehow managed it, and a reputation is steadily building for this humble Vancouverite. Spreading his obvious infatuation for all things music through his blog and weekly radio show, U-Tern is one of those individuals whose passion and drive are enviable. All that is secondary though: immaculate, charming disco-funk tracks are the standout here. U-Tern’s use of real instruments and his exceptional production chops translate into truly authentic pieces of music striking that balance between nostalgia and the 21st century." - URB
U-Tern makes really groovy and beautiful music. He also works under the moniker of Oliver with fellow producer Oligee. I've been diggin the nu disco and funky house styles as of lately and this guy hits the mark. 'Paradigm' is a track he made with AJK & Roxy on the mic, but never got a proper release. It's a slow roast at 115 BPM, but wow is it hot! With its breakbeat drums, lush pads, 80s tinged synths, and dreamy vocals, I get lost in another world. 'Dayshift' is a funky number that'll get 'em moving on the floor with its funktastic bass line and catchy vocoder vocals. 'Hot Mess' ups the ante with more of an electro vibe to it. There are plenty more under these top 3 that you've got to hear. So here are some tasty treats for you to get the party going:
Cordova - Paradigm by U-Tern
Juan Atkins - Dayshift (Oliver's Nightshift Remix) by U-Tern
Chromeo - Hot Mess (Oliver Remix) by U-Tern
Oliver - Walk With Me by U-Tern
Download 'Walk With Me' HERE
Oliver - All Night by U-Tern
Stevie Wonder - Do I Do (U-Tern Edit) by U-Tern
Mark Ronson & The Business INTL - Bang Bang Bang (U-Tern's Disco Dub) by U-Tern
Britney Spears - I Wanna Go (Oliver Remix) (Official) by weareoliver
Don Diablo ft. Dragonette - Animale (Oliver Remix) by weareoliver
LINKS:
http://soundcloud.com/u-tern
http://onedaylater.blogspot.com
http://twitter.com/U_TERN
http://brooklynradio.net
http://soundcloud.com/weareoliver
http://www.facebook.com/weareolivermusic
Friday, July 8, 2011
Botaz
Kaytradamus - I Met a Funky Hoe (botaz Remix) by botaz
Download link: http://www.mediafire.com/?t0oec31eb401vel
LINKS:
soundcloud.com/botaz
facebook.com/holabotaz
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Second City Rhythm (Adulture & Ghosts of Venice)
SECOND CITY RHYTHM is Garrett Shrigley and Lee Dunn, better known individually as Adulture and Ghosts Of Venice. They began producing together during their down time on a two week US Tour back in February of 2010. After a few days in the studio they came out with a track they were both proud to put their names on. This is a preview of what is to come from this new collaboration on the legendary label Dust Traxx Chicago.The idea of a duo seemed impossible as Lee lived in England and Garrett resided in Chicago. This track sat unreleased for almost a year before they decided to put everything else aside and concentrate on finishing their joint effort. Their Debut EP as Second City Rhythm is due for release in Spring 2011 along with plans for a new imprint/sister label of legendary Dust Traxx Chicago called Second City Records.You Got Me is a perfect blend of the infectious aspects of disco with a reference to the Chicago house sound of yesterday... making it thee perfect introduction of this exciting project, Second City Rhythm.
WOW!!! All I can say is that this is what house music is all about! I will be playing these for a long time thats for sure. 'Da Musik' is groovy with its disco feel and the vocals keep you wanting more. 'You Got Me' bounces & twists, thanks in part to the funky guitar throughout the mix and the some clever vocal sampling. If you like it funky (as do I) you'll not want to miss out on these FREE DOWNLOADS. Below that I've posted these guys' solo work too.
Da Musik by Second City Rhythm
Second City Rhythm - You Got Me by Second City Rhythm
download 320k mp3: Mediafire
Prestige by AdultureSecond City Rhythm - You Got Me by Second City Rhythm
download 320k mp3: Mediafire
Southside Of Chicago (Adulture Remix) by Adulture
Bromance Ft. Ghosts Of Venice by Adulture
Bit Funk - She's Got Two Hearts (Ghosts Of Venice Remix) by Ghosts Of Venice
Download @ Beatport
Quinten 909 & Silver Disco - Call Me (Ghosts Of Venice Remix) by Ghosts Of Venice
Download @ Beatport
Disco Love Affair by Ghosts Of Venice
LINKS:
soundcloud.com/secondcityrhythm
facebook.com/secondcityrhythm
soundcloud.com/adulture
soundcloud.com/ghostsofvenice
Thursday, June 30, 2011
DJ ICEY
If you haven't heard of DJ Icey, what fucking planet do you live on?!?! He's one of the biggest & best breaks DJs in the world and was monumental in making Florida "Home of the Breaks". He has certainly always been a DJ I grew up following and admiring and I'm sure that goes the same for almost anyone who loves breaks. He hasn't slowed down one bit, keeps getting better like fine wine and these free re-rubs he's been giving out on SoundCloud prove my point. Be sure to show him some love and get some of his gems on Beatport too.
FREEBIES:
TUNES FOR PURCHASE:
Icey released a new album, 'Flash The Message' not too long ago and it is filled with dancefloor gems! You can get it directly through iTunes here.
LINKS:
F^K Y3AH! (DJs Frenzy & Krisp)
Frenzy & Krisp are from North & South Carolina respectively and together they form the wonder that is F^K Y3AH! They have some really great remixes that you've just gotta hear. These will be destroying dancefloors for a LONG time, so get these quick and make sure to let 'em bump in the club or in your ride while cruising through town, haha! Enjoy...
Ellie Goulding - Lights (F^K Y3AH! Re:work) by Dj Frenzy
J Dastic - Up to no good (F^K Y3AH! Re-Bounce) by Dj Frenzy
Adele - Rolling in the Deep (F^K Y3AH! Re:Work) by Dj Frenzy
Kaskade - "Dynasty" :: Dada Life remix (F^K Y3AH! Re:Rub) by Dj Frenzy
Here are some phat ass remixes and re-rubs by DJ Frenzy:
Basement Jaxx - Where's your head at (Frenzy's Dutch Whore Re-Bounce) by Dj Frenzy
Deadmau5 - Raise Your Weapon (Frenzy's weapon of mass destruction) by Dj Frenzy
Avicci - Sweet Dreams (Frenzy F*KSANE / TMC V.I.P. Re-Bounce) by Dj Frenzy
Pulseless - Party Days (Frenzy 704 Re-Bounce) by Dj Frenzy
Jaswho - Solar Future (Frenzy's 704 Re-Bounce) by Dj Frenzy
Fab Samperi - Listen up (Frenzy needs a witness DNB mix) by Dj Frenzy
Hall and Oats - Out of Time (704 Re-Bounce) by Dj Frenzy
Felguk - All night long (Frenzy's 704 Re-Bounce) by Dj Frenzy
Yelle - Safari Disco Club (BetauCue vs Frenzy) by Dj Frenzy
Boy 8-Bit - Fogbank (Jack Beats vs Frenzy + 8.1.8 bootleg) by Dj Frenzy
All American Rejects - Wind Blows (Frenzy & Richie Rich Remix) by Dj Frenzy
DJ Icey - Kinky Boombox (Frenzy & Richie Rich Remix) by Dj Frenzy
Frenzy & Richie Rich - Dont Stop the Music by Dj Frenzy
Bad Man Horror Theme - A1 Bassline (Mustard Pimp vs F^K Y3AH! Remix) Frenzy :: Krisp by Dj Frenzy
Speak no Americano (Porter Robinson // Frenzy re rock) by Dj Frenzy
Porter Robinson & Lazy Rich - Hello (Frenzy re-rock) by Dj Frenzy
Miles Dyson, Jerique - Destroy Me (Frenzy Re-Rub) by Dj Frenzy
Deep Dish feat. Stevie Nicks - Dreams (Frenzy re-rub) by Dj Frenzy
Kings of Leon - Sex is on fire (Frenzy remix) by Dj Frenzy
Kraak & Smaak
Trio of dance producers from the Netherlands serving up an eclectic mix of electronic, funk and downbeat music.
New album 'Electric Hustle' out now!
I've been listening to a bunch of these guys' tunes on SoundCloud and it gets me juices flowing! Funky, organic beats with lush pads of groovy melodies. Aaahh :)
Here are some freebies along with ones that you should get on Beatport. (now let's get this weekend started early)
'Ruben' hasn't been released yet, but this funker definitely deserves your attention!
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Fort Knox 5
The FORT KNOX FIVE is a leading force in the international funk and breaks scene. Having released an arsenal of floor rocking singles and remixes, the FORT KNOX FIVE has the midas touch for producing heavy hitting records.FUNK, FUNK, FUNKY!!! That's the only way to describe these guys. They've done some stellar remixes you NEED TO HEAR! First up, "Ready or Crunk" is the classic Fugees record "Ready or Not" given the golden touch! "The Sax Pusher" is a funky saxophone melter mashed up with Afrika Bambaataa on the mic!! Third on your plate is "Hipster Run Tings" and it is a triple threat mashup! They took their tune "The Brazilian Hipster" and 'reminted' it with acapellas from The Bush Babees' "We Run Tings" and The Fugees' "Ooh La La".
Sid Barcelona, Jon Horvath, Rob Myers and Steve Raskin are the masterminds behind the FORT KNOX FIVE. They established Fort Knox Recordings in 2003 to release party-rocking music that crosses tempos and defies genres. Their world renowned ‘Fort Knox Sound’ has overtaken dance-floors with its distinct interweaving of live instrumentation with funky electronic breakbeats. In 2006 they released the critically acclaimed ‘The New Gold Standard’ to showcase the groundbreaking sounds from their premier funk and soul label.
The FORT KNOX FIVE’s talent for organic hooks has made them highly sought after producers and remixers. They have over 20 remixes to their credit, including monster mixes for A. Skillz and Krafty Kuts, Kraak & Smaak, Ursula 1000, Dynamo Productions, and Mo’ Horizons, as well as remixes for the legendary Tito Puente, Louis Armstrong, and Bob Marley. The FORT KNOX FIVE has coined the term ‘Reminted’ to represent their signature remixing style. They released the first ‘Reminted’ CD showcasing some of their favorite productions in a continuous DJ mix in 2007.
After that I've posted their remixes of The Black Keys, Lyrics Born vs Hot Chocolate, BOB MARLEY, THE BEATLES & The Specials!!! After each player is the widget to download them. Just enter your email and the Fort Knox boys will send you a 320k mp3 free! Enjoy the funk my peoples...
Ready or Crunk (DC's Finest Edit) by fortknoxfive
Fort Knox Five - The Sax Pusher vs. Bambaataa (DC's Finest Remint) by fortknoxfive
Fort Knox Five - Hipster Run Tings (DC's FINEST REMINT) by fortknoxfive
Tighten Up (DCs Finest Remint) by fortknoxfive
Another Message to Rudy (Fort Knox Five Edit) by fortknoxfive
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