Guest Mix #20: BOLTS (Manchester, UK)
We’re very happy to bring you this guest mix from Manchester-based producer BOLTS, one of our current favourites. We have been playing a lot of his tracks in our radio shows in case the name sounds familiar. If it’s not, then you should take note! His latest EP called “Collecting …
Mix of the Day: Andrew Ashong “The Vinyl Factory Mix #1”
via The Vinyl Factory: “The Vinyl Factory are excited to welcome multi-talented producer, musician and Sound Signature graduate Andrew Ashong to launch our vinyl-only mix series. Having burst onto the scene in 2012 with the summertime jam ‘Flowers‘ co-produced with Theo Parrish, Andrew has this week released his self-titled follow-up …
Mix of the Day: Cratery #61 (by Arcee, Kaewonder, & DJ Serious)
Here is a fantastic mix from the Toronto based collective known as Cratery. We had the pleasure of having 2 of 3 members drop an amazing set at our 24 Hours of Vinyl event in Toronto (which you can check here). But mostly, right now you should check out Cratery …
Mix of the Day: DJ Evo & Michael Fraser “Love Supreme Promo Mix”
Vancouver Groove Movement, Adventures In Paradise, Michael Fraser and Ginger 62 are delighted to present ‘LOVE SUPREME‘ – a night of global boogie grooves from funk to house and more. Coming all the way from Los Angeles for the launch party will be Jeremy Sole (KCRW/TheLift/Afrofunke), alongside residents DJ Evo …
Mix of the Day: Chorizo Funk “We Love Sharon” (Sharon Jones Tribute)
One of Austin’s finest, Chorizo Funk, has dropped the second edition of his “We Love” mix series for your aural pleasure. This time around he touches on the catalog of the Queen of Daptone, Ms. Sharon Jones. This hour long excursion through the catalog of Sharon Jones and her mighty …
Guest Mix: LEFTO “Good Morning Sunshine”
We’ve been bugging our good friend Lefto to make us a little guest mix but seeing as the guy’s schedule is pretty much non-stop (worldwide touring, weekly radio show, videos, organizing shows) we figured we would just patiently wait for it. And finally in the spirit of the holidays he …
Mix of the Day: Gilles Peterson “Nelson Mandela Tribute”
via @Brownswood: “Gilles pays tribute to the late, great, Nelson Mandela with this extended mix from his earlier tribute on BBC 6 Music. 1 hour of carefully curated songs of hope, freedom and future.” Playlist 1 – Simphiwe Dana – Zundiqondisise 2 – Dollar Brand – Ishmael 3 – Sathima …
CUTHEAD “Forgotten Treasures Mix #16”
Here we are with another edition of the Forgotten Tresures series. Not only do we have a killer lineup of artists (Ta-Ku, Zed Bias, Paul Nice, Marc Mac and others) but the concept is wonderful too. We simply ask artists to make a mix based on their influences and roots. #16 features …
Mix of the Day: Nightmares On Wax “Boiler Room Mix”
One of a select few names that are synonymous with soulful, feel good vibes over the last twenty years: Nightmares on Wax. This mix will definitely back up that statement; it’s drenched in sunshine vibes throughout, giving you a little break from old man winter. If you’re feeling this mix, …
Guest Mix #17: HARRISON (Toronto, Canada)
Very happy to present a new mix part of the MIMS Guest Mix series. This one comes from HΛRRISON an up and coming producer from our good neighbours in Toronto! via IStoleTheSoul: “The 18-year old, Hip-Hop/Future Funk/French House-inspired HΛRRISON has a bright future. Having already built a strong following on Soundcloud, …
Forgotten Treasure: Oby Onyioha “Enjoy Your Life” (1981)
One fine morning last spring, bright and early, my friend played this Disco song at full volume across the empty shop we were working in. It was a song I had never heard before but instantly loved and needed to have in my collection. Without even trying, an incredible new …
Stephen Encinas “Disco Illusion” (Invisible City Editions)
via Invisible City Editions: “For many this is the ultimate Disco Illusion; a record that should have been epoch making in its day, something that would have been a staple for David Mancuso, Larry Levan & Ron Hardy had it ever gotten distribution when it was originally released 34 years …