This is a mixtape taken entirely from my vinyl collection. The songs reminded me of the time i got to stay with Michael and Dorothy in LA. Being able to spend quality time with some solid friends during that period in my life was very comforting. The atmosphere and aesthetic that they had created in that humble but beautiful apartment was inspiring. It was a relief to know those people are there for you, doing things for the right reasons, and looking good doing it.

This collection of songs were carefully selected and are steeped in the tradition of New Orleans and New York City style jazz, blues, and soul. It is intended for those who enjoy cooking together, a coffee in the morning on the balcony, or just sharing the company of your best friend with no other worldly distractions. I cannot thank you enough for having me at your wedding and for allowing me to be apart of your lives. I look forward to the life you will live and the example it will set. Félicitations.

[Track listing and photos are embedded with each song. All tracks are taken right from vinyl (all original / no reissues; so quality is ok at best). All photos courtesy of Michael Haff (via 120mm film) and Sandra Savic Lippold (via polaroid film).]

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