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Tracklist:
"Sparrow" Marvin Gaye
~Talk
"Betcha By Golly Wow" The Stylistics
"Betcha By Golly Wow" Phyllis Hyman & Norman Connors
"La La Means I Love You" The Delfonics
"I'll Be Around" Spinners
"Could It Be I'm Falling In Love" Spinners
"It's Gonna Take A Miracle" Deneice Williams
"Your Move, My Heart" Phyllis Hyman
~Talk
"Is It Something I Said" MFSB
"Crawshay" Cymande
"Bra" Cymande
"Zion I" Cymande
"Funky Nassau Pt. 1" The Beginning of the End
"Funky Nassau Pt. 2" The Beginning of the End
"When She Made Me Promise" The Beginning of the End
~Talk
"Family Affair" Sly & The Family Stone
"Last Night Changed It All" Esther Williams
"Seven Minutes of Funk" The Whole Darn Family
"Fencewalk" Mandrill
~Talk
"Yes We Can Can" The Pointer Sisters
"How Long (Betcha Got A Chick On the Side)" The Pointer Sisters
~Talk
"Close Your Eyes & Look Within" Donald Byrd
"Tripping Out" Curtis Mayfield

Photo: Thom Bell

Across 110th Street 1/15/23

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Superbreak Radio Show Episode 062

Been a very busy and pretty rough last few weeks. Finally had a moment to catch my breath and put together a short mix. Big shout out to my man James Park in Brooklyn for the invite to spin at Bierwax - couldn't make it happen because of recent circumstances but the records on this mix are from the bag I brought to NYC before plans went sideways. Some favorites and some new stuff, breaks and soul and other flavors. Hope everyone is healthy and safe, and a huge thank you for tuning in to this and any other mix you might stumble upon! Please know that every play and listen is deeply appreciated.

July 5 2023

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Pullin from the Stacks Summer 2023 Mix (Episode 230)

I'm by no means super deep on Brazilian jazz, but figured it was a good time to play a few favorites! This is a mix of mostly Brazilian legends with one or two covers of Brazilian classics played by U.S. artists sprinkled in. Enjoy! 

Tracklist: Baden Powell, Dom Salvator, Tania Maria, Dom Um Romao, Joao Donato, Tamba Trio, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Manfredo Fest, Azymuth, Moacir Santos, Deodato, Sergio Mendes, Freddie Roach

July 26 2023

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Pullin from the Stacks - Episode 232 - Brazilian Jazz

Join us on this exciting episode featuring Cool Raul, a DJ and record collector hailing from Oakland, Bay Area. Known for his keen eye for unique and rare records, Raul takes us on a thrilling journey as he unveils some hidden Gospel 45s from his prized collection. As a part of Studio Funk, we are thrilled to have him on the show, where he sits down with Aswad for an exclusive showcase of his rare finds. 

These gems are not to be missed, and it's a special treat as this episode was previously available only to our loyal Studio Funk Patreon supporters. Consider it a complementary bonus episode to the Tone B. Nimble show.

Cool Raul

This week I threw together one more "summer" mix of just a few records I don't play often enough. Big Nicola Conte vibes on this one, which some great, upbeat jazz-house-ish flavors! Enjoy.

Jazz House Minimi

Summer Jazz House Mini-Mix

The hiatus is over! Aswad comes out of podcast retirement (for a very good reason) as we welcome talented MC, Producer, owner & founder of Static King records from Washington D.C — J Scienide 

Together they celebrate and reflect on the key milestone — 50 years of Hip Hop and discuss J Scienide’s discography, recent releases and people he’s worked with including D-Styles (Producer/DJ, Beat Junkies) and Body Bag Ben (Producer).
As you can expect there is a lot to digest here, so much we decided for this special occasion that this will be released as a two-part mini series.

In this first episode — they discuss the humble beginnings of rap and take a nostalgia trip through their childhood memories and reflect what it means to them in modern day. The important connections tied to Hip Hop - the funk, soul, jazz music which became before it.

No Studio Funk show is complete with a great track list — you can expect to hear many genres on this episode, as we expand from notable Hip Hop favourites and low-key gems through to artists which impacted their lives forever…

J Scienide - Part 1

Been a hectic past month, but in-between it all I've picked up a few things here and there. Lots of 7inch heat on this one! Enjoy.

Tracklist: Armand Boatman Trio, The Kanpai Quartet, Frollen Music Library, Aesthetic, Nautilus, Timo Lassy, Release Music Orchestra

September 20 2023

Pullin from the Stacks Episode 235 - Recent Digs and Things

Tropical rhythms, devotional boogie and soulful shenanigans with a heavy jazz undertone, Patrick Forge gathers it all up for your listening pleasure.  
https://www.nts.live/shows/patrickforge/episodes/patrickforge-9th-october-2023

Patrick Forge 091023

Welcoming back to the podcast, we have Sam Don to share and discuss his latest release, Just A Touch (Athens of the North, 2023) — the new compilation focusing on underground U.K Soul. Together, Aswad and Sam discuss the term ‘Street Soul’ and what it means to them, the culture, the impact it created in a short space of time. Sam shares the inspiration behind the project, working closely with artists to resurface these rare, and sometimes lost and forgotten music.

Sam Don - Just A Touch

This is a piece about getting centered in the midst of life on life’s terms. The piece opens with a strong groove that reflects being alive and present in the midst of life. The piece ramps up in energy and minor pentatonic phrasing that reflects the rising presence of tension in daily life. Then the piece drops into a solid, simple refrain that reminds us where we started and wraps up with a sense of confidence

Easy Does It

When I'm not at the dayjob, I'm probably at a record store. Pullin from the Stacks podcast most Wednesdays, available here, Apple Pods (please subscribe!) and elsewhere.

Pullin from the Stacks Episode 235 - Recent Digs and Things

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