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We wanted to build the concept of this mini compilation around the 'kitchen', as it is very often regarded as the 'soul' of the house where a large portion of daily activities take place. Whether it's preparing food, grabbing a quick snack from the fridge, or simply having a coffee with a mate over an extended countertop, its function does seep quite deeply into how we live. So for this holiday season (if you are having one), we thought it's rather appropriate to curate and share with you a collection of music from our artists and affiliates - A compilation that would hopefully provide and enhance the environment for those who might be preparing that festive feed for loved ones and friends. 

After all, music is that one true universal language which injects positivity and good energy. 
#wemove 

Big thanks to all of the artists involved in this compilation : 

@https://soundcloud.com/troysamuela, https://soundcloud.com/giorgio-oehlers, https://soundcloud.com/jasperstaal, https://soundcloud.com/wayvee, https://soundcloud.com/silo-beats, https://soundcloud.com/jrjarris and newcomers https://soundcloud.com/choetmandon. 

Compiled by the Funk Bast*rd 
Artwork by the Funk Bast*rd



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Giorgio Oehlers - First Light

please show support to the dudes: @undaboyoom @slominu

Today we are dropping another track from the upcoming MelodySoul compilation that is being released on March 9. UNDA and Slom have come together for this one to bring you some exceptionally sensational vibes. We hope you enjoy this track! 

download the compilation here:
https://melodysoul.bandcamp.com/album/compilation-vol-1

Compilation Vol. 1

She Left

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UNDA & slom - She Left

EQ's new album, "Good Karma" is out now: http://smarturl.it/ElaquentGoodKarma

Download

Elaquent - Far Away

In Love With Paradise

please show support to the dude: @maybesun

Today we present to you an artist that goes by the name of Maybe Sun. He is one of several new members that we have picked up recently and we are very proud to have him on the team. He is a seriously talented producer hailing from Lyon, France and it's time that you all become acquainted. He's a real low-key individual. He doesn't create music as often as he would like, but he still manages to piece together some absolute gems with the little time that he has available to work on his productions. 

He will be featured on the upcoming MelodySoul Compilation #2 and he will also be releasing an EP in the near future. Until then, we hope you enjoy this ultra chill Sunday vibe from the dude formerly known as Looping. 

Support: 
@maybesun

Lait Fraise

▶ MelodySoul

Maybe Sun - Lait Fraise

photographer credit: https://www.instagram.com/yugensch/ // http://yugensch.tumblr.com/

I’ve been sitting on this for a week at first I didn’t want to upload or even type this, not looking for sympathy or anything just want to vent really and maybe bring comfort to anyone dealing with loss.
Losing a family member is one of the worst feelings especially an immediate family member so when it actually happened last week it was so weird. I didn’t feel anything at first, I felt at peace really knowing the last conversation I had with them was full of banter and laughs. Then I went to work as if everything was normal but after an hour a flood of tears started forming in my eyes which felt weird because I haven’t cried in at least 5 years (I actually feel dumb for typing this). I shut myself off from everyone and stayed in my room, music was the only form of therapy for me and that is pretty much how I made this. You think your family will be there forever so you don’t spend as much time with them and that is totally the wrong way to go about life, I’m actually pissed that it took a death for me to have this epiphany.
I chose the sample of “Will you ever know?” because that is what I asked myself when I sat in my room, Even though I didn’t try my hardest to make time for them until it was too late will they ever know that I still cared for them?
It’s ironic, I’m trying to work hard so I can be happy and spend time with my family but in order to do that I need to spend less time with them and be working.
This description is going on way too long lol but yeah, I know you and Grandad are watching from above so I’m going to work twice as hard for my family that is with me today.

RIP Uncle, Grandad, Aunty

I'm going make sure this EP I'm working on is the best thing I've ever done

side note: this tune is kind of personal to me, I'd appreciate no raps over this. Thanks

download.

will you ever know?

samples

Mo Funk

Vocals by Ellzo (teehee)
↺ Repost if u diggggg ↺
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Blow Ya Mind

Music Video >> https://youtu.be/bw9L5RaTIXg
Vinyl >> darkerthanwax.bandcamp.com/album/gta-funk
Stream/Buy >> DTW.lnk.to/GTAFunk

GTA FUNK' is both a reaction to and a reflection of the 'Toronto' sound, conceived during KEI-LI’s move from the suburbs of Mississauga to the city of Toronto.

The vast multiculturalism of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has given birth to a sonic diversity that goes far beyond the signature OVO sound associated with the city. With the world finally tuning in, this EP also enlists the help of fellow artists like @robotaki, @falcxne, @clairmontthesecond, @soundslikeandes and NAHTE, which allows him to showcase a funkier side to the city that the world hasn’t been acquainted with yet.

KEI-LI started producing at the age of 13, informed by his interest in beatboxing and funkstyles popping. After stumbling upon neo-soul, he immediately discovered his musical direction, with Musiq and D'Angelo as his inspirations. While these musical foundations shine brightly throughout GTA Funk, KEI-LI has managed to forge a sonic aesthetic that is entirely his own.

There is an evident struggle with finding an authentic place as an Asian artist within the continuum of funk, soul, and hip hop musical traditions. Hence, the visual branding behind GTA Funk is inspired by the intersection of these two cultures: Kung Fu and hip hop.

Artwork by @keilimusic


Additional mastering and production by @maxx-mortimer and Jason Tan (Eastward Audio)

GTA Funk

Stream / 12"

KEI-LI x Robotaki - GTA Funk ft. Clairmont The Second |  'GTA FUNK' Ep

insta beat

Flipped the 'Locals only' Sample from Dom Kennedy. 

One for Kennedy

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KEI-LI x Robotaki - GTA Funk ft. Clairmont The Second | 'GTA FUNK' Ep

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