Latest show of Studio Funk features Mofunk Records first lady, Moniquea. Aswad and Moniquea get together and discuss her recent releases and album, Los Robles & Washington. They also talk about her recently launched show on Dublab - Jammin’ Croquettes and the fantastic tribute mix, Speaking From Experience. The show also features new music from Soul Supreme, XL Middleton, Amalia, Frankfurt Funk, ALINA to name a few!

S3 EP6 - Moniquea

"Beyond Borders" by Yakul is not a remix, it's a whole new stand-along song with emotions, progression and even - message. I love how distinguished it is and how it has evolved into something so beautiful and fresh. I am a big fan of Yakul and they are definitely a band to "watch out for" in 2022. The remix also has its original video which is shot on a 16mm analog camera." - Ruth Koleva

Ruth Koleva & Diggs Duke - 'Beyond Borders' (Yakul Remix)

Fueled on pizza and the spirit of dance music, Chef Sam O.B. has lovingly cooked up four courses for our aural connoisseurs to enjoy: “Just A Slice.” 

Like any good pizza, it all starts with the dough, and “Making Dough” gets us right on track. Borrowing elements from house classics of the past, it rises on a jackin’ groove complete with a funky fermented low-end and dashes of vocals from the chef himself. 

“Le Sauce” offers a tangy burst of flavor atop our dough foundation; a sort of subtle and seductive palate that only the most refined of sauces can provide. Twists and turns await as the layers of seasoned live instrumentation unveil themselves (best enjoyed past dusk). 

Next, as you might have expected, is “Cheezin’” - many people’s favorite part of a pie. This one is sharp; bursting with mouthwatering umami energy and, like any good chef, O.B. has added just enough to leave you wanting more of the catchy interwoven melodies and rhythms sprinkled within. 

Finally, it’s time to grab a piping hot “Just A Slice” out of the oven - an amalgamation of all groovin’ ingredients added thus far and the title track. A bubbling and elastic bassline pairs with the percussion of various textures and savory synth lines, combining for a well-balanced meal sure to keep your senses engaged. 

A satisfying listen, “Just A Slice” would do, but feel free to indulge in multiple spins. 

Sam O.B. (fka Obey City) has a unique energy. This soft-spoken New York native is at once a producer, deejay, label boss, tastemaker and champion of the new-New York underground. He effortlessly handles each role with zen-like serenity—in a lost tradition of American culture, one may have said ‘suave.’ 

What started as casual experimentation and beat making for rappers and friends has evolved over the last decade into an unrelenting solo passion, resulting in a steady stream of soul-drenched bedroom music that avoids trends in favor of the enduring. He’s released records with LuckyMe (UK), Astro Nautico (a label he co-founded), and Classic Music Company through his collaborative project, Dave + Sam. 

Sam is humble when it comes to just about everything, but his penchant for the sounds of soul, funk, dance and smooth jams has instilled a vibe that has grown up alongside a rapidly evolving urban musical landscape. The result is glossy, shifting music that seeks the weird, the unrestrained, the cleverly odd. 

His new music under the name Sam O.B. expands upon this musical background but ends up being a truer reflection of his artistic spirit than ever before. He continues to collaborate, write and produce music with exciting new musicians and vocalists outside of his own solo endeavors with one goal in mind: to bring positive noise into the modern world.

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Sam O.B. - Cheezin'

Special mix for introduce the Gen & Benito's wedding.

Passport for a Jazzy Mix

Track 1 of 3 Jazzy Blues beat experiment from October featuring pretty good harp aka the goddess plays harp and luscious leather vibes from the comfort of your room.

Inspired by sounds of the nz tui songbird and the texture of the green moss from the land.

Artwork "Thief in the tree"

Sunshine on the moss floor - Instrumental Jazz

DoctorDoctor

Part 2 in my "Music is what Feelings sound like.."-series.
This one is a little more jazz-inspired!

Tracklist:
* Cherri Prince - Misery
* Hypnotic Brass Ensemble - Spottie
* Gil Scott-Heron - We Almost Lost Detroit
* Sam Kininger - Most Beautiful
* Kurt Elling - Winelight
* Ramp - Daylight
* Streetjazz - Between The Sheets
* Trijntje Oosterhuis - Human Nature
* Boney James - Stop, Look, Listen (to your heart)
* Waxpoetic - Angels
* Jose James - The Greater Good
* Hidden Beach - 21 Questions
* Gemini Soul - River Nile
* Jimmy Sommers - If I Knew
* Monty Alexander - Monticello
* The Roy Hargrove Quintet - Strasbourg St. Denis
* Nossa Alma Canta - I Can't Tell You Why
* Brandee Younger - So Alive

Jazzifying Sounds (2011)

Episode fourteen showcases Disco’s influence on music from past to present times. Hand-picked records from artists spanning the globe. Rare gems, funky bass lines, deep grooves and a splash of Disco House. Continuing the tradition of making people boogie down. Enjoy the selections.

Soulman

Tracklist:

▶︎  1. DjeuhDjoah & Lieutenant Nicholson - El Niño
▶︎  2. Groovemania - You & I (Bubbling Minds Edit)
▶︎  3. The Boogieman - Waitin' for Ya Love (W. Dynamite 12" Boogieback Revybe)
▶︎  4. Rafael Cameron - Funkdown (Pied Piper Regrooved Funkstrumental Version)
▶︎  5. The Groovemaster - Got The Funk (Mean Fiddler Discothic Funk Redux)
▶︎  6. Razor-N-Tape - More (Frank Booker Edits Vol.2)
▶︎  7. Benelux - Switch (Instrumental)
▶︎  8. Bosq - Riding High
▶︎  9. Fat Freddy's Drop - Russia (Nightmares on Wax Remix)
▶︎  10. Mr President - Night Time ft. Sabba MG (Dub-Strumental Mix)
▶︎  11. Katzuma - All Night (7” Edit)
▶︎  12. Rick Wade - Players Theme
▶︎  13. Mr President - Going to a Go Go ft. Sabba MG (Deep Mix)
▶︎  14. Art Of Tones - Have Fun for a Little
▶︎  15. Razor-N-Tape - Drill Deep
▶︎  16. Dan Kye - Like You Wanna

Be sure to check out episode 013: soundcloud.com/soulrane/fromthecrates-013-feat-soulrane-krops

FromTheCrates 014 (Disco Influenced)

An all-vinyl mix of modern funk plus g-funk classics from Moniquea.

That Whoop

Info: www.selectorsassemble.com/in-the-mix/in-the-mix-010-lucas-benjamin

Tracklist:
* Thundercat - 'Lost In Space'
* Solat - 'Change The World'
* TURBuLANCE - 'Runnin' (forthcoming)
* Giovanni Damico - 'For Fela's People ft Villy'
* Jordan Rakei - 'Sorceress (Photay Remix)'
* Vjuan Allure - 'Hot Grapes' (unreleased)
* Turbojazz - 'Pianodubrazil ft Veezo'
* SofaTalk - 'Hypnotize'
* Jesse Fischer & Sly5thAve - 'Chameleon'
* Jaxx Madicine - 'Fly High (Crackazat Rework)'
* MEGAMI - 'Kirin' (forthcoming)
* Duke Hugh - 'Common Ground' (forthcoming)
* Michael Jackson - 'Don't Stop Til' You Get Enough (Ahmed Sirour remix)'
* Tatham, Mensah, Lord, Ranks - 'Return of Pastor Shadrach'
* Doobie Powell - 'Walking Up'
* Santrofi - 'Kwaa Kwaa'
* RANGEr - 'Nomalizo ft Korus'
* PCM & Manik - 'African Guide ft Pete Philly'
* Cro Magnon & Jaxx Madicine - 'Lights On Shibuya (Booty Bruk's Sauce81 Remix)'
* Planetself - 'Wanderlust (Bugz In The Attic Remix)' (forthcoming)
* LEGOVE - 'Arihouse' (unreleased)
* Brian Auger - 'Freddie's Flight'
* Alan Hawkshaw & Brian Bennett - 'Daytripper'
* Azwon - 'Paradise Island'
* Gallowstreet - 'Sativa ft LYMA'

Mixcloud

Mix for Selectors Assemble (2020)

Night Owls w/John Agesilas @ Lovelee Radio 23.12.2020

DJ, promoter and full-time musicologist from Amsterdam.

Record label: Wicked Wax 
Community: Steppin' Into Tomorrow
Crew: Ghetto Funk Collective / EXG

For bookings or contact:
lucas.benjamin.music@gmail.com
www.lucas-benjamin.com

Mix for Selectors Assemble (2020)

Lucas Benjamin