DJ PROMO: Scott Hardkiss - Come On, Come On (Part II) - EP feat. Lisa Shaw w/ Remixes by Dean & Britta, Scott Hardkiss, DJ Phunkae, & Joe Claussell

Jay — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:36:37 +0000

The Come On, Come On (Part II) - EP features all new remixes that take the unique track into completely different sonic territories. In their gorgeous downtempo remix, NYC indie rock legends Dean & Britta (formerly of Luna) re-imagine the song into an intimate electronic chill-out meets psychedelic rock ballad with beats, keys, and dreamy vocals by Britta Phillips and tripped-out space guitars by Dean Wareham (Galaxie 500). Scott Hardkiss himself delivers his own signature eclectic, uplifting club mix with both vocal and dub versions, an anthemic tribute to all the old school Hardkiss-heads that effortlessly shifts between breaks and 4/4 beats. The mythical Joaquin "Joe" Claussell (Body & Soul/ Sacred Rhythm) unleashes two brand new remixes that push the boundaries of dance music by combining fiery house & techno with experimental jazz in a new way that’s sure to bring the more adventurous dancefloors to their knees. Electro-funk master DJ Phunkae (Real Hype/ Kick It) brings it all back home and tips his hat to the funky 90’s US breaks style that first Scott made famous. It’s a seriously fun breakbeat jam, also available here in both vocal and instrumental versions. NOTE: WAV files are available by request.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “Come On, Come On” (Dean & Britta Remix) (feat. Britta Phillips)
2. “Come On, Come On” (Scott Hardkiss Remix)
3. “Come On, Come On” (DJ Phunkae Remix)
4. “Come On, Come On” (Joe Claussell Dance Dance Version)
5. “Come On, Come On” (Scott Hardkiss Dub)
6. “Come On, Come On” (DJ Phunkae Instrumental)
7. “Come On, Come On” (Joe Claussell Humidity Dub Version)
8. “Come On, Come On” (Radio Edit)

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DJ PROMO: Erykah Badu - “Jump Up In The Air and Stay There feat. Lil Wayne”

Jay — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:47:47 +0000

Hot on the heels of her critically-acclaimed 2008 release, the multi-talented Erykah Badu is now gearing up to drop her highly anticipated follow-up album New Amerykah Part Two: Return of the Ankh, packed with lush, live instrumentation and a stunning lineup of collaborators. This digital DJ promo brings you The Official Leak of “Jump Up In The Air and Stay There feat. Lil Wayne.” While this booming track is not featured on the forthcoming album, it does provide a welcome taste of what Erykah Badu has in store for us.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “Jump Up In The Air and Stay There feat. Lil Wayne”

DJ PROMO: Gil Scott-Heron - “Me And The Devil” b/w “NY Is Killing Me”

Jay — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:06:28 +0000

Without a doubt one of the most important voices in 20th century music, proto-rap pioneer and - offensively but not inaccurately - the black Bob Dylan, Gil Scott-Heron steps into the next decade with his first album in thirteen years, I’m New Here. This digital DJ promo features the first single “Me And The Devil” and the blues hollering “New York Is Killing Me.” Recorded in New York over the past eighteen months, I’m New Here reveals the huge, banged-up heart that shows the only genuine motivation any activist or artist should have, a bone-deep, unsentimental love for humanity.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “Me And The Devil”
2. “New York Is Killing Me”

DJ PROMO: DJ Center - ‘Everything In Time’ Sampler

Adam Macadam — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 19:59:01 +0000

New York City’s DJ Center has finally unleashed his debut album, Everything In Time, a global soul record bringing back a low-end theory and warmth that’s been absent in music as of late. Featuring an incredible cast of guests including Oddisee, Zaki Ibrahim, Gretchen Parlato, Middle Child, Renee Neufville (of Zhané) and Samia Farah, amongst others, Everything In Time is overflowing with lush piano chords, warm bass lines, boom-bap drum patterns, flying tambourines, and soaring horns. This exclusive digital DJ promo brings you three of the best tracks from the album, along with instrumental versions, an acappella of “In A Song”, and the CD-only bonus track: a timeless remix of “Tout Passe” by Waajeed (of Platinum Pied Pipers fame).

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. Leave the City Outside (Featuring Oddisee) Radio Edit
2. Leave the City Outside (Instrumental)
3. In a Song (Featuring Middle Child)
4. In a Song (Instrumental)
5. In A Song (Acappella)
6. Center’s Groove
7. Tout Passe (Waajeed Remix)

DJ PROMO: Deela - Everything Counts EP w/ Remixes by Radio Citizen & Kid Loco

Adam Macadam — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 21:53:02 +0000

Deela, one of the most consistent acts in the fine artist roster of Germany’s Switchstance Recordings, returns with the Everything Counts EP, available as quality-pressed vinyl and in digital format (with 2 bonus tracks). Everything Counts highlights the various shades of Deela as well as showcasing some other great artists’ contributions to Deela’s tracks, with remixes from Berlin’s Radio Citizen and “The French Don” Kid Loco, and a guest appearance by the modern afrobeat activist Fire Tongue.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. One Eyed Captain (Radio Citizen Remix)
2. Da Place I Know (feat. Fire Tongue)
3. All There Is (Kid Loco’s Classic Goodtime Remix)
4. Shelta Blues

DJ PROMO: Barrio Jazz Gang Feat. Eddie Henderson - 2 Album Sampler

Jay — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:10:43 +0000

In 2002, Barrio Jazz Gang released its first CD Spectrum, venturing into Nu Jazz territory with an electronic flair. Their new project 2 is a work born from the union of producer/composer Roby Colella (founder of Funky Juice Records) and co-producer/composer and guitarist Steve Micarelli. This digital DJ promo includes “Jumpclub,” the most representative track and natural successor to the popular “Chok-A-Blok Avenue.” It evolves thematically and rhythmically, creating a truly fresh concept of jazz, danceable yet hypnotically fascinating. “Five Apple-Maples” is a tribute to the Paul Desmond jazz classic “Take Five” but projected into the Third Millenium with a tasty 5/4 electronic loop. “Sunday Show (Remix)” closes the album with the mainstream Nu Jazz is in full effect. Elvin Jones-style cymbal work and a four on the floor bass drum beat support veteran trumpet jazzer Eddie Henderson’s flights of fantasy. The Benson-flavored guitar and repetitive, mantra-like vocal phrasing seals the deal on this groovin’ track.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. Jumpclub
2. Kobra Smile
3. Five Apple-Maples
4. Take Yr Freedom Back
5. Nude Look
6. Sunday Show (Remix) feat. Eddie Henderson

DJ PROMO: DJ Cam - Love EP Feat. Nicolette

Jay — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 22:27:26 +0000

French abstract hip hop extraordinaire DJ Cam returns this August with Seven, his first album since Soulshine in 2002. A prelude to the full-length, which promises to be the link between Radiohead and Massive Attack, this digital DJ promo includes the slow burning “Love” featuring Nicolette, as well as the title track of the album, an instrumental atmospheric odyssey. Watch out for Seven dropping this summer.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “Love” feat. Nicolette (Album Version)
2. “Love” (Instrumental Version)
3. “Seven” (Album Version)

DJ PROMO: Si*Sé - “This Love” w/ Remix by The Crystal Pharoah

Jay — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:17:30 +0000

Si*Sé enters the new decade with their independently-produced third release, the five-song Gold EP, featuring Carol C’s gorgeous bilingual vocal stylings. This digital DJ promo brings you the horn-inflected track "This Love" from the EP, along with The Crystal Pharoah remix, a divine slice of disco cut with trilling string trimmings. Be sure to check out Gold for more sultry melodies and electronic textures with dub and understated hip hop beats.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “This Love” (Original)
2. “This Love” (The Crystal Pharoah Remix)
3. “This Love” (Instrumental)
4. “This Love” (Acappella)

DJ PROMO: Salvador Santana - “Don’t Do It” Remixes by DJ Vadim, DarkStarr, Michna, & J-Boogie

Jay — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:07:07 +0000

This week, 26-year-old keyboardist, vocalist, composer, and songwriter Salvador Santana makes his solo debut with the Keyboard City full-length. Having previously served up a remix EP for the title track, this digital DJ promo includes a smattering of remixes for the heavy funky jam, “Don’t Do It.” DJ Vadim thickens up the original beat for maximum head nod effect. Ashley Beedle and Cosmo of DarkStarr beef the track up with an in-your-face disco bass synth and cosmic tinges. Also opting to speed up the tempo, Michna turns in a quirky version with a growling bassline. And last but not least, the J-Boogie remix gives it a broken beat facelift, featuring horns and bongos that are sure to keep the dancefloor gyrating.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “Don’t Do It” (Original)
2. “Don’t Do It” (Daddy Vad aka DJ Vadim Remix)
3. “Don’t Do It” (DarkStarr Remix)
4. “Don’t Do It” (Michna Remix)
4. “Don’t Do It” (J-Boogie Remix)

DJ PROMO: Silhouette Brown - two Album Sampler & Exclusive 2 Banks of 4 Remix

Jay — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:05:20 +0000

After half a decade, Silhouette Brown - the original production and songwriting team of Bembe Segue, Kaidi Tatham and Dego - return with their sophomore album aptly titled, two. This time they are joined by Philadelphia’s Lady Alma and delve into an array of subject matters. In this digital DJ promo, "Constant Questions" ponders on the notion of truth, while "Leave A Note" touches on suicide. Demus of 2 Banks of Four strips down the original "Constant Questions," transforming it with a brooding, moody bassline. These tracks are mere treats of what can be expected on two, where Dego and Kaidi push a warm, sumptuous, melody-driven groove in a way that only they know how.

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “Constant Questions” (Original)
2. “Constant Questions” (Instrumental)
3. “Constant Questions” (2 Banks of 4 40 Degree Rinse)
4. “Constant Questions” (2 Banks of 4 40 Degree Rinse Instrumental)
5. “Leave A Note” (Original)
6. “Leave A Note” (Instrumental)

*Personal Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Audience/Crowd Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Favorite Songs? Come On, Come On (Dean & Britta Remix) (feat. Britta Phillips) Come On, Come On (Scott Hardkiss Remix) Come On, Come On (DJ Phunkae Remix) Come On, Come On (Joe Claussell Dance Dance Version) Come On, Come On (Scott Hardkiss Dub) Come On, Come On (DJ Phunkae Instrumental) Come On, Come On (Joe Claussell Humidity Dub Version) Come On, Come On (Radio Edit)

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*Personal Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Audience/Crowd Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Favorite Songs? Jump Up In The Air and Stay There feat. Lil Wayne

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*Personal Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Audience/Crowd Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Favorite Songs? Me And The Devil New York Is Killing Me

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*Personal Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Audience/Crowd Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Favorite Songs? Love feat. Nicolette (Album Version) Love (Instrumental Version) Seven (Album Version)

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*Personal Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Audience/Crowd Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Favorite Songs? This Love (Original) This Love (The Crystal Pharoah Remix) This Love (Instrumental) This Love (Acappella)

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*Personal Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Audience/Crowd Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Favorite Songs? Don’t Do It (Original) Don’t Do It (Daddy Vad aka DJ Vadim Remix) Don’t Do It (DarkStarr Remix) Don’t Do It (Michna Remix) Don’t Do It (J-Boogie Remix)

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*Personal Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Audience/Crowd Response (out of 5): 1 2 3 4 5

*Favorite Songs? Constant Questions (Original) Constant Questions (Instrumental) Constant Questions (2 Banks of 4 40 Degree Rinse) Constant Questions (2 Banks of 4 40 Degree Rinse Instrumental) Leave A Note (Original) Leave A Note (Instrumental)

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