For the 97th entry in the Honcho Podcast Series, we welcome Baronhawk Poiter (@baronhawkpoitier)! Growing up in PG County, Maryland nestled between Baltimore and Washington, DC shaped life for artist Baronhawk Poitier. Listening to local radio stations and sorting through records while working at The Record Exchange heavily influenced his pursuit of a career as a producer and DJ. He was recognized alongside mentor Kris Klayton aka Karizma/ Kaytronik with a grant from the National Endowment of Arts for electronic music production. Baronhawk expresses his passion for cultural preservation and education working with dance legends at the nonprofit culture and education project Urban Artistry, Inc. He has also earned a name for himself within the LGBTQIA+ dance music community as a member of the unique DC based queer artist collective “The NeedleExchange,” who are known for their independent events, raves and DJ residencies. 

In February of this year, we hosted Baronhawk for the Not Mass weekly stream. His outstanding mix blew us all a way and served as a beautiful 90 minute escape of house and funk. Baronhawk radiates joy; you can always count on him to bring a smile to your face.

Tracklist:

New World Generation / Curious Soul
Secretsundaze / Over The Edge
Karizma / Annihilate
Cerrone / Funk Makossa
Bertrand Dupart / Ketekole (Bodhi Stava Dub)
Nubian Minds / So Good (Psyan Remix)
Wham / Everything She Wants (Unknown Edit)
Roxy / The Contagion (Baronhawk Poitier Masked Mix)
Culoe Du Song / Bright Forest
Ray Charles / Elena Rigby (Quentin Harris Mix)
S3A / Sleepness 909
The Carry Nation / Majorettes
Tobias Schmidt / Brains
Pittsburgh Track Authority / Oculus Sinister
Eddie Fowlkes / X Groove
Dr Tintin / Texture
Technasia / My Force
House Gospel Choir / Gods Trying (Kaytronik’s Speak Dub)
Aretha Franklin / What A Fool Believes

Honcho Podcast Series 97: Baronhawk Poiter

Midnight Tenderness Live from Music Room

Monday Tsubaki: Henna Onna - 27.02.23

Mister Cam-Run and Sean Rowlands present a selection of their favorite records and latest finds. From boogie and beats to jazz, dub and disco - Moods & Grooves will take you there.

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Moods & Grooves with Cam and Sean @ The Lot Radio 10-13-2024

Our friend Chris / @djbluefunk is back for The Spinzone with another masterful selection of jazz funk, soul, disco and everything in between.
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Roger Fakhr - Drinking Tea
Bobbi Humphrey - Lover To Lover
Real Thing - Children Of The Ghetto
Cruisic - Finally (7 inch Edit)
Natsu Summer - Rakuen
Perikas - Laberinto
Medline - Relaxation Electrique
Marlena Shaw - Woman of the Ghetto
James Reese And The Progressions - A Fool In Love, No More
Brutal Force - Dreams For Sale
Gil Scott-Heron - Washington D.C.
The Soul Stirrers - I'm Trying To Be Your Friend
Trepidant's - Push It
Sunshine - If This Is Free (I Don't Wanna Be)
AM & Shawn Lee - Good Blood
Kendra Morris - What Are You Waiting For
Clairo - Thank You
Shuggie Otis - Aht Uh Mi Hed
Mike James Kirkland - Love Insurance
Ryusenkei - Spring Rain
Sakamoto Shintaro - You Just Decided
Brainstory - Beautyful Beauti
Kosaka Chu - Yume wo Kikasete (Tell Me Your Dreams)

DJ Blue Funk | The Spinzone #120

Bebop Porú con Mickey Pérez @ The Lot Radio 10-14-2024

Mambele, The 1993 Brussels native with Congolese roots is a DJ & Producer known for his ability to blend music and captivate audiences with all kinds of infectious beats. Hailing from one of the world’s most diverse cities, Mambele has developed his eclectic and energetic musical universe. He loves to play with the boundaries of music genres in his music and DJ sets.

Mambele @ Kiosk Radio 30.11.2024

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Tommaso is a Chicago-based DJ, vinyl selector, and record digger originally from Florence, Italy. Inspired by his parents’ vintage Italian 45s, he built an extensive archive of global rarities, shaping his unique sound. Now a key figure in Chicago’s underground scene, he bridges generations, earning respect from house music pioneers.
Mentored by Peter Croce (Rocksteady Disco), Tommaso blends deep-rooted history with a forward-thinking approach, crafting immersive, genre-spanning sets. He has played alongside legends like Danilo Plessow (MCDE), Tony Humphries, Rahaan, Marcellus Pittman, Derrick Carter, and more, cementing his reputation as a DJ who uncovers hidden connections between records while respecting the soul of Chicago’s dance music heritage.
As co-founder of Elevator Music, he fosters emerging talent and pushes dance music’s boundaries. When not playing in Chicago, he tours across the U.S. and Europe, sharing his distinctive sound while honoring Chicago’s rich house music legacy and tradition.

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"This mix brings back some of my favorite tracks—records I used to play all the time, now getting another spin. No overthinking, just pure fun, letting the music flow. Hope you enjoy the ride!"

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Tiella Sound Mix 089: Tommaso

Social Criticism in Lauryn Hill's 'Doo Wop (That Thing)'
Lauryn Hill's song 'Doo Wop (That Thing)' is an empowerment anthem and a sharp social critique, released in 1998 as part of her acclaimed album 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill'. The song addresses themes of self-respect, sexuality and the dangers of being carried away by appearances and materialism.
In the first verse, Hill speaks directly to women, warning them about the dangers of allowing themselves to be used by men who are only interested in 'that thing'. She criticizes the idea that women must conform to standards of beauty and behavior in order to be accepted or loved, mentioning 'hair weaves like Europeans' and 'fake nails done by Koreans' as examples of how women are pressured to conform to external standards. The artist also references religious and historical figures, such as Jezebel, to illustrate the consequences of straying from one's own principles and values.
The second verse is directed at men, criticizing those who prioritize material possessions and status over their responsibilities and relationships. Hill calls out toxic behaviors such as domestic violence and irresponsible fatherhood, and questions how these men can hope to succeed in life if they are not right on the inside. The song ends with a dialogue that reflects on the difference between love and being in love, suggesting that true love goes beyond the surface and accepts a person as they are. 'Doo Wop (That Thing)' is a powerful reminder that self-respect and integrity are key, and that we should be aware of the pitfalls of materialism and objectification in interpersonal relationships.
So...
Enjoy this Remix.....

FNX Omar - Doo Wop

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Shaka Loves You - Hear Me Today (Extended Mix)

Tiella Sound is the reflection of Luca Bigote’s "fluid" music vision, where genres blend and boundaries fade away. Launched in 2019, the project encompasses a radio show, mix series, independent record label, and a series of talks.

Luca Bigote is an Italian DJ and music curator with wide tastes across the music spectrum.
His sets are immersive journeys blending rarefied Soft Electronica, floating Downtempo beats, warm Organic Grooves and a rich array of House and Techno nuances. This versatile approach has led him to share  stages with influential artists such as Tornado Wallace, Fantastic Man, Tiger & Woods, Rahaan, and Patrice Scott among others. Remarkably, he delivered a highly acclaimed six-hour set at Buttons party in Berlin, one of the most iconic events within  the city’s LGBTQ+ nightlife scene.
Over the years, he has been invited to contribute to many radios and podcast channels from all over the world, including United We Stream (DE), HÖR (DE), Kiosk Radio (BE), Radio Raheem (IT), Rocket Radio (IT), Linea (IT), Radio Panini (DK), Rhythmic Culture (NL), Amok Radio (MK) to name a few.
Since 2020, he has also been crafting ambient introspective soundscapes under his experimental alias, Nostalgia Del Futuro, expression of his interest for non-club oriented music.
In the past, he curated the ‘ritmo’ nights at Klunkerkranich in Berlin, hosted ‘FMUD’ summer parties in his hometown Gaeta (IT), and collaborated with renowned record stores such as OYE Records and Sound Metaphors.

Tiella Sound Mix 089: Tommaso

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