The Foreign Exchange, drops “Maybe She’ll Dream Of Me”, the first single off their forthcoming album, “Authenticity”.
Download: MAYBE SHE’LL DREAM OF ME
Question—a beatsmith from Southern California— has flipped Brazilian songstress Bebel Gilberto’s single “Aganju”. His remix (available for free download below) gives the 2007 hit a heavy dosage of jazz and soul.
DOWNLOAD: “Aganju” (Question RMX)
After a major debut on Nas’ 2008 Untitled album and a feature of his track “Riot Song” on the HBO original series How to Make it in America; Oklahoma born rapper-singer Johnny Polygon is on a serious grind to the top. Following the February release of his official mixtape Rebel Without Applause, a video for “The Riot Song” was produced. Inspired by live action cartoons, the video uses over 3,000 real paper cut outs to tell the story—with no repeated images. Interesting right? The video can now be seen in rotation on MTV2, VH1 Soul and now Centric. Check out the video below and tell what you think.
Want more of Johnny Polygon? Be on the look out for his new mixtape Wolf in Cheap Clothing out this Fall.
Touted by Vibe magazine as “one helluva rock’n’roller-coaster ride” in 2002, Toshi Reagon has stayed true to that sentiment—four albums later. Performing since the age of 17, the singer-songwriter-guitarist has captured global audiences with her raw approach to rock, blues, country, folk and funk. With her new album, BIGLovely Live at Joe’s Pub, due out this fall; fans can expect a collection of music that shows that rock isn’t a dead medium.
Brooklyn native and self proclaimed hardcore-soul queen, Tamar-kali, has been dishing out her hard-rocking brand of music since the release of her solo EP, Geechee Goddess Hardcore Warrior Soul, in 2005. Brandishing a guitar, her style of music is an intense and welcomed exploration of music that references everything from Billy Holiday to Bad Brains. Her upcoming first full length album, Black Bottom, is gearing itself up to get serious attention on the underground music scene and promises to continue defying any all traditional genres. Check out the video below and tell us what you think.
Tuesday August 31, 2010
@ The Phli Store
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It’s no secret Alexis Houston is not a stranger to negative press. From rumors of an affair with NBC’s The Today Show host Matt Lauer (that was vehemently denied by both parties) to a reported sex change (allegedly she was formerly Wellington Houston?); she’s had her fair share of Page Six worthy media mentions. But what is a secret is that she can actually sing. With her debut album Speak Love, Life Lessons available September 28th on her own imprint All’s Well Music, The New Jersey native is out to make a name for herself as a singer—rather than tabloid fodder.
Touted as a “musical autobiography” the 16 track disc is a blend of Pop, Jazz, Electronica and Rock. Consequently, the mood of this effort will definitely find an audience amongst extreme dance music lovers in the US—if not the club scene throughout Europe.
A commercial jingle-writer by trade, the transition to performing popular music was a three year process of ducking in out of studios throughout the states and working with established producers such as Grammy Award winning Gregg Pagani, Ivan & Carvin, The Insomniax and Jake Ridley.
The highlights of the album include a cover of Deniece Williams’ 1976 hit “Free” produced by musical partner Sheldon Goode and the club mix of the lead single “Change”—which is reminiscent of another musical Houston.
The Verdict: Worth a listen
Listen up and tell us what you think…
Alexis Houston “CHANGE” (CLUB REMIX)
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New Jersey native Chris Akinyemi is out to make major moves in music. The 20 year-old is out to gain the hearts and ears of music lovers with his captivating melodies and charismatic persona—both of which embody his music. Influenced by Alternative, soul, rock and hip hop music; the singer releases his new single—and video—”Radio.” Produced by Dboy, the song depicts his feelings on the state of music today. Akinyemi’s debut EP, Autumn, is slated for release later this fall.—Anita Bryant/Justin Dwayne Joseph
Director: Kristopher Rey Talley
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Commercial and Indie music unite! Soul singer Choklate releases “OVERDOSE” featuring Drake (ever heard of him?). This unexpected duet is a great fix for music fans who have been craving for something new. The combination of Choklate’s soulful vocals and Drake’s catchy lyrics is kismet. Hopefully musically integrating the major and independent sets becomes a trend.
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