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Month: May 2021

Soul

Khruangbin cover David Bowie's 'Right'

Never no turning back, never need no. Never no turning back.

by Luke Davis | May 28, 2021

Jazz

Ashawnta Jackson asks 'what is jazz poetry?'

‘Jazz poetry alludes to the lived black experience in America, as does jazz.’

by Luke Davis | May 28, 2021

Electronic Funk Hip Hop Mixes

A groovy Spotify playlist feat. Bjork, DJ Shadow, Deee-Lite, and The Chemical Brothers

Have you got 15 hours spare for some eclectic sounds? Then you might enjoy this Spotify playlist.

by Luke Davis | May 23, 2021

Hip Hop

From Boom Bap to Trap: Hip-Hop’s Greatest Producers

From mainstream pioneers to underground icons – featuring biographies, liner notes, artwork, and more.

by Luke Davis | May 19, 2021

Technology

Akai's 'new' MPC One Retro Edition

It’s a new device in an old skin from Akai and its latest MPC sampler.

by Luke Davis | May 16, 2021

Jazz

Rhino Records to release 'Merci, Miles! Live At Vienne'

The live album features one of Miles Davis’ last-ever performances.

by Luke Davis | May 7, 2021

Music

Black Artist Database is a list of Black artists on Bandcamp

Enjoy Black music on Bandcamp from a crowd-sourced list.

by Luke Davis | May 5, 2021

Jazz Mixes

Thijsenterprise x Magical Mystery Mix – Jazz Swing Dance Mix

Get your dancing shoes on for this jazz swing mix.

by Luke Davis | May 3, 2021

Pop Video

Katy Perry's 'Hot N Cold' but it's a Ukrainian polka cover

I think I might like this more than the original.

by Luke Davis | May 1, 2021

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