13, Classy People like you and me, Rock Survivors

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As the decade has rolled to a close, the ways in which fans discover music is more fractured and algorithmic than ever. Massive platforms use technology and playlists that many listeners have become reliant on to surface new and engaging tracks, and while there are still a handful of independent press outlets pushing releases from underserved artists, they are dwindling by the year. Yet in the face of a rapidly changing industry, there are still a number of even smaller collectives bucking the trend of computerized gatekeeping, thanks in no small part to the hard work and passion of like-minded individuals who care deeply and are driven to support and spread the music they love.

One such faction is the unrelenting and ever-evolving Bolting Bits, co-founded as a French language publication in 2014 by Florent Tarroux (who produces and DJs as Numea Daze) and his partner Sarah-Marie. Bringing Igor Bezuglov onboard in early 2016, together they helped Bolting Bits reach a more universal audience by transitioning their writing to the English language. Alongside a small team of rotating contributors, they've worked tirelessly to not only upload music from artists they admire, but also raise the profile of talented newcomers who are eager to share their efforts---many of whom have gone on to release on labels such as Shall Not Fade, Lobster Theremin, Feel My Bicep, and a myriad of high-profile outlets. With over 650 premieres under their belt, as well as over 100 original mixes and over 6 million plays on Soundcloud, Bolting Bits remains a beacon for the outer rims of traditional dance music, covering everything from jazz to acid to broken beat and beyond. They have thrown dozens upon dozens of parties in their local Montreal and have reached audiences across the globe (except Greenland…hurry up Greenland).

Now, Bolting Bits are extremely excited to announce their first official compilation, in partnership with renowned producers and artists who’ve been supporting and supported by the crew since the very beginning. With tracks from the likes of Jad & The, Aleksandir, Homage label owner Ryan Clover, and many others, this compilation stands as a testament to the amazing work and ethos of Bolting Bits. It will be available on both Bandcamp and the main Bolting Bits website, and will cost a minimum of 8 USD (though fans can pay-what-they-want to help further support the site)---the ultimate goal is to continue sharing amazing tunes from incredible artists to the people who care.

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On this month’s episode, Tina is joined by a guest mix from DJ and Producer jitwam. from Brooklyn.

Jitwam.: Universal Sanctuary

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Bside Incoming: Blo

Half French, half Spanish, based in Brussels, Blo is an up and coming producer with releases on Piff records, Charmin Records, Strictly Flava, and apparently much much more in the pipeline.

He appeared in the Bside radar with a wonderful edit of Marvin Gay called ‘Gay for Marvin’:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=qie8Yu-np9U&t=108s

This episode has two distinct moods, beginning with some soothing jazz classics from the likes of Miles Davis, Chet Baker, Gil Scott-Heron, Fela Kuti and a lovely rare Nigerian track.
Next, we float on through to the kind of deep house grooves which have obviously influenced many of Blo’s own amazing productions, includes a jazzy cut from Nick Holder, many personal treasures which would have cost a pretty penny, as well as some long awaited re-presses from Da Houze Maroon and Suzukiski.

Check out his soundcloud here - https://soundcloud.com/blobloblo
Check his Blue EP release on Bandcamp - https://piff-records.bandcamp.com/album/blue-ep

Thanks to Molly Hickey for the beautiful artwork as always. www.instagram.com/mollyth.art/

Bside Incoming: Blo

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PREMIERE: DJ Pelouse - Pana Coton (Luv Mix)

FOUNDATION FM - The Specialists w/ Heléna Star 03.09.20

Andy Vaz is a heavy hitter who has helmed labels such as Background Recordings, A Touch Of Class, and Yore Records, and released music from artists like Donnacha Costello, Terrence Dixon, and Jan Jelinek. He is also a storied live musician and DJ, who even played Galatos about 15 years ago. In time with his latest release One for Choutsugai [Vaz-Up] he's dealt us a jacking and acid-filled hour of power.

Ep 221 pt.2 w/ Andy Vaz

Purple Focus is my monthly show on the Lausanne community radio Loose Antenna. Purple Focus is about old and contemporary, slow and fast, dark and light, rain and sun. The main purpose is to go beyond club music, by exploring new horizons. Tune in for some soul, jazz, funk, hip hop, fusion genres, and maybe some electronic music…

https://looseantenna.fm/ 

DJ Koze - Music On My Teeth
Tenderlonious - Quarantena
Galaxy 2 Galaxy - Big Stone Lake
Sade - Love Is Stronger Than Pride (Kaytranada Edit)
Arthur Adams - I Gotta Help My People
Will Sessions & Amp Fiddler - Belle Isle Drive
Cultural Roots - Jah No Partial
Roots Radics - Dangerous Match Eight
Joint4Nine - Tribute 
Haircuts for men - 人気の女の子が笛を取得
Andrew Ashong & Kaidi Tatham - Washed In You
Zeitgeist Freedom Energy Exchange ft. Jitwam - Still Swag
Takuya Kuroda - Tell Me A Bedtime Story
Maisha - Open The Gates
Aldorande - Petite Cherie
LCSM - Let Me
Zeitgeist Freedom Energy Exchange - Logans Run
Nas1 - Frigo Deca
Giovanni Damico - Make Your Body Movin’
Chocolate Buttermilk Band - Can’t Let Go
Mighty Whites - Given My Life
Step By Step - I Always Wanted To Be In The Band
The Kay-Gees - Latican Funk
Arthur Adams - Get On The Ground
Prince - Do Me, Baby (Live at Masonic Hall, Detroit, MI, 11/30/1982 - Late Show)

My other shows are available on my mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/ground16/

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Loose Antenna Radio - Purple Focus Show // 13.11.20

Landers was joined by Blissy e for this months instalment of The Rest Is Noise. They jumped through soul, jazz and hip hop selections from the likes of The Equatics, Harvey Sutherland, A Tribe Called Quest, and more.

From Weavers Way: The Rest Is Noise w/ Landers & Blissy e - November 2020

Le Trou de la Tête is a themed-talk show hosted by @elise-kravets, sometimes setting aside the context of the music industry, to explore other fields that might be connected to it, be it feminism, social politics or even more specific topics like mental health.

Tune in for Le Trou de la Tête every 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 16h to 17h [CET] on rinse.fr

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Le Trou de La Tête - Soul derivatives - 20 Janvier 2021

Bside podcasts

DJ's showcase and speak a little about their favourite tracks from the B-side of their records.

We endeavour to broadcast the best of the B-side:
a bi-weekly invitation into the impressive record collections of some of our favourite selectors.
An exploration into the the back-catalogues, the deepest depths, the darkest crevices of their collections. Returning with the spoils of this venture: their most cherished records and hidden gems, from the go-to club weapons to the rarely heard home-listening records, and everything in between.

Music is for sharing.

'By the early sixties, the song on the A-side was the 'hit' song that the record company wanted radio stations to play. The B-side would contain less radio friendly and less popular tracks. In our eyes the B-side is a true reflection of the producers taste in music, there is more personality on that side of the record'.