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Crate digging DJs Mr Thing and Chris Read return to BBE Music with a second volume of their compilation series ‘The Library Archive’, presenting more Funk, Jazz, Beats and Soundtracks from the archives of Cavendish Music.

Founded back in 1937 and originally known as Boosey & Hawkes Recorded Music Library, Cavendish Music is the largest independent Library Music publisher in the UK and also represents a host of music catalogues across the globe. The influence of Library Music on British pop culture cannot be overstated, especially during the 1970s when companies KPM, De Wolfe and of course Boosey & Hawkes provided the soundtracks to iconic TV shows such as The Sweeney and The Professionals, as well as a host of feature films.

The discs produced by Boosey & Hawkes for TV and radio production have, over the intervening years, gained a cult following among collectors and have found themselves sampled by successive generations of beatmakers. Renowned scratch DJ Mr Thing and WhoSampled’s Chris Read, both lifetime beat fanatics, first entered the Cavendish vaults in 2014, presenting their first compilation of rare Library Music cuts in 2017 on BBE Music. Both knew that Cavendish Music’s vast low-ceilinged London basement still held a host of hidden treasure just waiting to be rediscovered, so the pair returned in 2020, emerging with ‘The Library Archive 2 – More Funk, Jazz, Beats and Soundtracks from the Archives of Cavendish Music’.

“This new collection leans toward the less obvious titles, not only the funky sides and tracks ripe for sampling but also some of the jazzier corners of the catalogue” says Chris Read. “As with Volume 1, this is more than merely a collection for sample heads – it’s a compilation of great funk, jazz, soundtracks and experimental themes to be enjoyed by DJs, producers and fans of good music alike.”

Dennis Farnon, Sound Studio Orchestra - Tournament

The Gentle Giants - Leagueliner

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Sly Johnson reimagines this iconic funk classic by his namesake Sly and the Family Stone. Following his critically acclaimed album 55.4 , Sly shows that he still has more funk to share with the world.

The original Sly and the Family stone track bookended the funk era, where jazz was replaced with funky riffs. Johnson takes the 1969 slap bass funk and modernises it in his own funky neo-soul style.

The ‘Dilla-Timed’ production is married seamlessly with Johnson’s soulful vocals, with Laurent Salzard on bass and Anthony Jambon on guitar , this cover fits right in with the vibe of the much loved 55.4 album.

Sly Johnson - Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin

Ramrock Red Records are beyond excited to deliver this extraordinarily confident selection of original jazz compositions by Italian composer, producer and studio wizard, Stefano De Santis. Recorded entirely at Re:Fill Studio, Rome in 2022, Stefano plays Rhodes, piano, clavinet, Prophet 5, Moog, Solina String Ensemble, Juno 6 and does all the drum programming on every single title! After being introduced to the EP by Dan Tenor-City, I experienced the same reaction as to when I listened to Ronnie Foster’s seminal ‘Love Satellite’ LP in 1978 for the first time – completely blown away. The sheer strength of the musicality behind each title is phenomenal. Stefano has really pushed his musical boundaries on this solo excursion, highlighting his jazz-funk roots and ever developing studio production skills. This EP showcases Stefano’s diverse palette of sounds where he effortlessly blends a flowing broken beat rhythm section, next level hip hop, future jazz, latin and funk throughout the entire project. One for the serious ‘jazz heads’ – I am expecting BIG support on this one.

Rome based, Stefano De Santis is conservatory trained and raised on the music of Herbie Hancock, Weather Report and Azymuth. He has been a go-to session player in many projects across multiple genres - from jazz to funk, reggae, and pop. In 2017, he launched the ‘Big Beat’ trio who blended pure jazz with new synth sounds and syncopated drum patterns. Later, in 2020, Stefano teamed up with his friend and consummate drummer, Gaetano De Carli to form Re:Fill. Since then, the duo have taken their music to a further level and developed a brace of imaginative and complex grooves. Gaetano provides a rich musical background to combine with Stefano’s soulful synth-work, balancing the old world and the contemporary. Their first record, ‘Cycles’, on Cognitiva Records, was released in June 2022 and features important collaborations with heavy-hitters from the UK’s DJ-producer scene, Ben Hauke and WheelUp.

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04. Stefano De Santis - Sick With Rhyme

On today's exclusive, London-based trio St. Barbe blend jazz and rock with style on their forthcoming single, "Tellicherry".

"Telliicherry" features heavy grooves, memorable melodies and ethereal textures, presenting a fresh fusion of contemporary jazz and rock. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Tigran Hamaysan, Animals As Leaders and Plini, the track represents an evolution in the band’s sound, with improvisation as the undercurrent to a rich arrangement and creative production choices.

According to the band, ""Tellicherry" is the culmination of everything we’ve been working on the last few years. We’ve spent more time producing and arranging this track whilst still trying to keep the improvised elements that were a big part of our debut E.P. We’re really pleased with the direction it’s taken and are excited to share it with everyone. "

Exclusive Premiere: St. Barbe "Tellicherry"

George Duke - Sunrise
Sam Gendel & Sam Wilkes - Theem Prototype
Georgie Sweet - A Friend To All
Ericsson Kanner and Sascha Create - Ithaca (ft. James Akers)
Roy Ayers Ubiquity - Searching
Potatoehead People - What It Feels Like (ft T3, Illa J & Kapok)
Manfredo Fest - Who Needs It
Hiatus Kaiyote - Nakamarra
Mangorata - Cinco
Kiefer - 10,000 Days
Donald Byrd - Sky High
Kloette - Willy Wonky
Claire Davis - Intuition
Black Ivory - No If’s And’s, or But’s
Roy Hargrove Quintet
Graham Nash & David Crosby - Page 43
Astrud Gilberto - Gingele
The Cookers - Naaj
Marc Rapson - Love Is All
Lakecia Benjamin - Blast (featuring Sonia Sanchez)
Tito Puente - Take Five
Change - The Glow Of Love
Andy Hay - Found Lonnie
Moonchild - Run Away (Eric Lau & Kaidi Tatham Remix)
De La Soul - Me, Myself and I
De La Soul - Eye Know
De La Soul - The Magic Number
Ramsey Lewis - Tequila Mockingbird
Julia Logue - Fort
Mark De Clive Lowe - 4.Y.V. (feat. Abdul Shyllon & Vanessa Freeman)

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Isatta Sheriff - Rhyme Traveller (Instrumental) 
Unknown Artist - Do 4 Love 
Chrissy Murderbot  - What Should I Do
dj nOOn - unsettled grief 
Connie Roses - Chess Pieces 
Michael J. Blood - Go Figure (DEMO) 
Moréna Espiritual - La Dominadora y el Dragón 
Little Johnny Rivero & Anthony - La Psicología 
JaYne - Escape 
Slowe  - WYLTK
Madeleine - Sun  X EMYNE - A Soft Place To Land
KAYTRAMINÉ - Sossaup 
Don Lyvell - Paradise 
Cloud Orange - r o o t 
Kista - Get It While You Can 
Alexander Sure - Retrograde 
The Giddy - Aquatic
Mary J Blige - Without You (Brucker + Sinden Rmx)
Aaron Taylor - Ebbs and Flows
Nxworries - Daydreaming
King Krule - If Only It Was Warmth
TWEAKS - Feels Right 
Albertina - isitluv 
Manialicia - Off Kilter

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#394: RADIO SHOW / EDGY BLAK MUSIK / FROM PHILLY TO THE WORLD

We are beyond excited to present the second volume of House Blends to our listeners and also showcase our beatmakers taking upon this uptempo vibe. The compilation is a testament to the ever-evolving nature of house music and the incredible pool of talent within the genre.

Our idea of House Blends stems from the vibes on the west coast in the 90’s without technology just being out with your friends cruising, night vibes, good food and spending time with people you vibe with. We would like to extend our gratitude to all the artists who contributed their remarkable works and to our listeners for the unwavering support.

After the success of Volume 1 on Apple Music, the bar has been set high for this follow-up release. Brace yourselves for a journey through the freshest house blends, featuring six incredibly talented artists I have the honor of presenting.

LUCKYHOUSECAT - What's On Your Mind

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Ink - Tell Me ( ft. Collette Warren) 
Chimpo / Salo / Saji B - Look Good
gum.mp3 - Mind Reader 
Ta-ku - SMILE 
The Bamboos - Midlife Glow (ft. Ozay Moore) 
Skilaa - Money
D2x - The Light
Dangermouse + Jemini - Knuckle Sandwich II 
Earl Sweatshirt + Alchemist - Vin Skully
Rich Jones - Chilly 
Kurt Elling and Charlie Hunter - Only The Lonely Woman
Royce Wood Junior - You're So Fin' Perfect (Harve Remix)  
Clairabelle & Denz - Beautiful People 
OFOSHO - Your Light
Shabazz Palaces - Binoculars (ft. Royce The Choice) 
Def Sound - Run It Up! 
Fatboi Sharif - Prisoner Of Jesus 
JUNE! - It’s Time!!! ft My Favorite Color & Johnny Storm 
Victoria Monet - Stop (Askin' Me 4Shyt)
Luna X Honor Flow Productions - What's Your Name 
Andi Mkosi - So Far Gone Live (ft Tatenda wekwaTenzi)

408: radio / edgy blak musik / from illadelph to the world

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Curated by Reference Point residents Mark GV Taylor and George Arthur, this 15 track compilation album features tracks the pair have played at their peripatetic, Europe wide events since 2012.

Stretching from the 1970s to the present day the Reference Point compilation spans a whole range of genres, tempos, languages and grooves where the quality of music is paramount whether $1.00 bin records or $1000 rarities.

Reference Point, 'a place to hear the music', is a truly trans-global album with music from Argentina, Brazil, Oakland, Detroit, Texas, London and more, including tracks from private press albums, from artists who have played at Reference Point events and from current
artists such as MF Robots and Caixa Cubo.

Releasing as a CD, digital and a double LP, Reference Point is another essential compilation from BBE Music and one that belongs in the collection of all collectors and lovers of great music.

John Standefer - Easter Suite (Edit)

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Founded in 1996 by Peter Adarkwah, Barely Breaking Even (BBE Music) started life as a London club night, taking its name from the eponymous Disco record by the Universal Robot Band.

The label grew from the vibrant early 90's club scene with its first release, Stop & Listen compiled by Dr Bob Jones in 1996, opening the door to iconic series' such as All Back To Mine & Late Nite Tales.

A tonne of releases followed, ranging from Disco to Funk, Jazz to House. In the year 2000, the label celebrated Masters at Work's 10th Anniversary with a mighty box set that featured near 80 tracks.

A year later BBE Music spawned the Beat Generation Series of artist albums, notably introducing J Dilla (Welcome 2 Detroit) & a young Will.I.Am's first solo outing, alongside DJ Jazzy Jeff, Madlib & DJ Spinna, all of whom contributed to this seminal set of long players.

A quarter of a century and well over 500 titles later, having worked with Mark Ronson, Roy Ayers, Questlove, Hugh Masekela, DJ Premier, Dimitri from Paris, Joey Negro, Kon, RZA, Laurent Garnier, Black Coffee, DJ Shadow, David Rodigan and John Morales among many others, BBE Music looks to the future, celebrating its rich heritage while continuing to release a bounty of fresh titles.

The label’s most recent projects include an expansive reissue series from pioneering Nigerian label Tabansi, new imprint ‘Batakari’ in association with Boddhi Satva and the critically acclaimed ‘J Jazz’ Japanese Jazz multi-album project, not to mention the recent landmark 500th label release: a brand new version of 'Barely Breaking Even', featuring Leroy Burgess, Patrick Adams and Louie Vega.

In 2021 BBE Music is celebrating its 25th anniversary. To mark this milestone, the label is offering up some special projects, from the 20th Anniversary edition of J Dilla’s ‘Welcome 2 Detroit’, through David Bowie tribute album ‘Modern Love’, to a special new ‘Worldwide’ compilation from old friend Gilles Peterson. BBE Music will also be looking to the future with more exciting original artist projects, plus merch collaborations events and more...