Forgotten Treasure: Tonio Rubio Song “Bass in action n°2” (1973)
When I started listening to the french compilation “69 année mélodique: une certaine idée de la variété française 1964-1973″ on Fanon records, I know I was in for a couple of discoveries with rarities by the usual suspects like Dutronc or Gainsbourg. But one name was totally unfamiliar to me, …
Future Classic: Dead Obies “Collation Vol. 2 – Limon Verde: La Experiencia”
Dead Obies are on the rise. Hot off their Polaris Prize shortlist nomination and the critical acclaim of their excellent Montreal $ud, Limon Verde is the holy grail strain of sativa and the Obies are experimenting with new styles to keep pace with the ever changing rap landscape. The tape is …
Future Classic: Dabeull “Don’t Stop”
In last week’s Voyage Funktastique radio show, I was blessed with a new jingle/theme song, produced by Dabeull, a French producer from Paris. In this week’s episode (presenting a guest mix by my homie Eddie Pendregrass), I featured two of Dabeull’ songs, including Don’t Stop feat Michael Tee. The production is …
Forgotten Treasure: Laid Back “Bakerman”
I imagine or like to assume that most people have heard Laid Back’s classic dance floor hit White Horse. But I’m not here to tell you all about chasing that white pony or to discuss the many versions of who sampled what. If you don’t know it, go get familiar …
Future Classic: IshDARR “They Lost Me”
There is no denying the comeback of the early 90’s sound in music and hip hop is no exception. The 17 year old emcee from Milwaukee, IshDARR, embody’s that sound perfectly on this track. His nice delivery combined with a soulful jazzy beat brings us back to what most people …
Future Classic: Diamond Ortiz “Calling All Squares”
For this week’s Voyage Funktastique show, I had a special guest in the studio: Scott C of The Goods collective in Montreal. On my part of the show, I absolutely wanted to play the latest release on MoFunk Records by Diamond Ortiz. I just received 2 copies of his 45, …
Future Classic: Pacific Shore “Mermaid Dance” ft. Sarah Linhares
We are happy to present the new single from the upcoming Pacific Shore record titled “Mermaid Dance” featuring none other than our good friend from Montreal, and great vocalist, Sarah Linhares. We got our hands on the “Beyond the Mist” record a few weeks ago and it’s been in constant rotation. …
Future Classic: My Dry Wet Mess “Laptop Lapdance EP” (Fine Grains Records)
Fine Grains Records, one of our favourite new labels around are back with their third official EP. After two amazing 12’s from OL & ¥oin and Cain, they really caught the attention of lovers of electronic music that can move butts in the clubs but also can be as enjoyable …
Future Classic: Change “Hard Times” (Buscrates VG Minus Crusty Spaced Out Funk Edit)
One thing that I really appreciate about doing my weekly Voyage Funktastique radio show, is waking up in the morning with some new tunes in my inbox. This week, I received an edit by Buscrates 16-Bit Ensemble, a multi-talented and eclectic producer hailing from Atlanta, but originally from Pittsburgh. He …