Future Classic: Kool Vibe “Basics EP” (KV Records)
After months of anticipation due to major labels now running those vinyl pressing plants, Kool Vibe is back with the “Basics EP” on his own imprint. It’s been ages since I last waited as anxiously the release of a 12″ and months of yearning are now being fulfilled with 4 …
Forgotten Treasure: Pacific Shore “Curtis”
MIMS’ own Voyage Funktastique crew is expanding their reach with an exclusive preview of the new Pacific Shore single titled “Curtis”. Although the Curtis Mayfield sample has been used a few times already, this time it’s flipped in a refreshing way and it amplifies the group’s fine vocals and musicianship. This is …
Future Classic: Mndsgn “Body Wash”
I used to see Mndsgn as just another really talented producer who made dope beats. Following a few plays of Stones Throw released album ‘Body Wash’ it has become undeniable that he has reached a whole new level. ‘The underlying vibe of the new Mndsgn album is positive, with the core themes being about …
Future Classic: Alaclair Ensemble “Les Frères Cueilleurs”
Quebec hiphop supergroup Alaclair Ensemble are both trailblazers and charismatic leaders to the Quebec Rap Renaissance that is taking place in the province right now. After an interesting discussion with Lexis (who released his KNLO tribute mix recently) I started thinking about how much history the group has already traversed. …
Future Classic: Dennis Ayler “No Comment”
via DAM: Dennis Ayler was first introduced to us via 22a earlier this year. He now returns on his own imprint Dennis Ayler Music. His debut EP ‘No Comment’ gives the listener a chance to step into Dennis Ayler’s world, where drum machines play cards with electric guitars and lead …
Future Classic: The Gaslamp Killer “Instrumentalepathy”
My fascination with death has always stemmed from the imagination of an afterlife or the existence of an alternative form of energy. The complexity and emotionally demanding nature of such a subject has always made it difficult for me to talk about with other people. Music has become one of …
Future Classic: Shabaka And The Ancestors “Wisdom of Elders”
via Brownswood: Tradition shapes your work. For saxophonist and bandleader Shabaka Hutchings, that’s something he’s long understood. After years spent in the orbit of London’s jazz circuit, he examines and reimagines his influences with a dexterity that’s unique. Drawing out the vision underlying his new album, he says, “I see …
Future Classic: Pepe Bradock “Baby Craddock”
Pepe Bradock is back! Some ten months on from the release of his inspired Le Fada EP, the veteran Parisian beat-maker delivers another sublime, six-track assault on the senses. The mood is set by opener “Yazuke”, a pitch-black fusion of fizzing jazz drums, macabre electronics and razor sharp acid lines, …
Future Classic: People Under The Stairs “The Gettin’ Off Stage, Step 2 EP”
Like a fine wine, PUTS are only getting better with their latest EP. Thes-1 and Double K are always coming correct, holdin’ down the original boom-bap that we all know and love. I first discovered People Under The Stairs during a summer break in my early highschool days when life …