LIVE recording of show 009 of Riddim & Blues. Definitely got into my late 90s/early 00s dancehall bag on here along with more than a couple of Afrobeat & Dancehall flips selected from the deep SoundCloud crates.

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Show 009 Riddim & Blues

Hailing from the sprawling metropolis of Philadelphia, PA Cousin Mike began his career in 2011 DJaying parties for his friends in high school. He eventually transitioned into Philadelphia's undergraduate college DJ scene, spinning at schools all across the city.

Towards the end of his time in undergrad Mike began to break into the 21+ scene in Philadelphia, PA and Brooklyn, NY spinning for local and national event curators during high profile city events. These included Busweiser's Made In America Music Festival, Penn Relays, Bar Schimmi, private rooftop day parties and his own free format party Midnight Cardio to name a few.

His mixes are intended to take you on a journey through sound mixing the new and old along with the known and unknown. Comment, Repost, Subscribe and catch the vibe


Maryland-born, California-based singer/songwriter Travis Taylor is a bold new voice in melodic rap and soul.
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Show 009 Riddim & Blues

DJ Cousin Mike