Hy-Definition - My Mind (Feat. Noah King)

Cover photography by http://www.derekfernandes.com/

New single from Phoniks and Dephlow (@dephlow-the-drummer) now available on iTunes!

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Keep a look out for Awon, Phoniks & Dephlow's new album coming this June and check out Awon & Phoniks (ft. Dephlow) critically acclaimed debut LP "Return to the Golden Era" at http://awonandphoniks.bandcamp.com/

"This is for all my girls, lost
That was left on the steps
And the mothers that supported their daughters and didn't jet
For the baby girls gloss that she's got in her eyes
Who she reflects in the mirror, she is not in her mind

And for all my girls lost in a world of lust
That place faith in a face on a buck
Don't trust...
But believe a son will become a man
And there's still good brothers around that understand

And for all my girls searching for the man of their dreams,
Just remember that your worth ain't inanimate things
And even though it might seem like it is so far-fetched,
Being broken hearted better than with no heart left."

Buy on iTunes

Phoniks & Dephlow - "Lost Girls" (now on iTunes)

L'Orange Signs 3 Album Deal w/ Mello Music Group

The Deal:
After selling out the first three pressings of his vinyl in under 30 days, old soul producer L'Orange has signed a 3 album production deal with MMG for 2014 & 2015.  Slated to create a combination of projects from instrumental, to jazz singers, to alternative edged collaborations with emcees, L'Orange is looking to bring his distinct sound to Mello's audience, while continuing to push the boundaries of his musical explorations. 

The Sound:
Prohibition era soul samples combine with lingering smoke in the air on L'Orange productions.  Able to bring the crackle of vintage radio back in head nodding introspective journeys, L'Orange's ability lies in making complex productions seamless, allowing listeners to slide into another world. L'Orange's talent as a producer is his ability to develop full visions that create environments for artists and listeners alike. L'Orange is somewhere between early DJ Shadow, Madlib, Portishead, and Billie Holiday. 

The Instant Grat:
L'Orange recently recruited Mr. Lif & John Robinson for his contribution to the MMG compilation "Mandala Vol. 1, Polysonic Flows".  The track, titled "The Lost Nova", combines jazz rhythms, classic crackle, and intricate drum patterns for the raspy voiced Mr. Lif to tell his tale of verbal kumite (組手) and whirlwind zephyrs, while John Robinson takes listeners to the crystal city via his astro-physical-lyrical gift and extra-galactic tactics.
 
Artwork by Matt Andres

L'Orange - The Lost Nova (feat. Mr. Lif & John Robinson)

Released 15 January 2010 
All tracks written and produced by Richie Cunning 
All songs recorded and mixed by Richie Cunning at the Rec Center, Santa Cruz, CA. 
Additional mixing consultation by Rob Rush 
All cuts performed by DJ M.F. Shalem 
Saxophone on "Night Train" performed by Mani Vafaei 
Mastered by Dave Cooley for Elysian Masters 
Layout and design by Shalem
Photography by Trevor Traynor (trevortraynor.com)

Smoke

Need You is the first single from the upcoming album, "The Orchid Days" by L'Orange

"A man fell in love. Then, the world was destroyed by an ever growing nothing in the sky."
-L'Orange

Produced by L'Orange
Vocals by Blu
Art by Matthew Andres
Graphic Design by Sarah Mattmiller

Executive Produced by Michael Tolle
Copyright Mello Music Group 2014

L'Orange - Need You Feat. Blu

US CD/Vinyl is available at our bandcamp link 
http://dephacation.bandcamp.com/releases

European vinyl is available at http://sergentrecords.bigcartel.com

"Step Up" represents the underdog in a competitive environment. Representing a culture in a place that doesn't at all embrace it is something that is unique to our struggle. This song is about getting knocked down repeatedly and having both the courage and strength to get up, and keep fighting. "Step Up" is about taking control of our own destiny, paying our dues, and making the necessary sacrifices to win. This one is for people with a heart like a Shabazz Napier, and the determination of a Russell Wilson. 


Please support the underdogs. In doing so, you support your own independence and liberation from the tether of Tom Ford fuckery.   

Awon & Dephlow - Step Up (Prod. Phoniks)(Off New album AVAILABLE NOW!!! link in description)

New joint off the "Ills of the Earth EP" by Peebs The Prophet produced entirely by @phoniksbeats and @bluntone. Dropping on Monday, January 19th.

Featuring @dephlow-the-drummer
http://twitter.com/dephlow

Peebs The Prophet - "Take A Moment" ft. Dephlow (Prod. Phoniks) - Vinyl OUT NOW!

Pre-Order: 
https://jakartarecords-label.bandcamp.com/album/from-the-life-of-a-good-for-nothing

Produced by Jusoul
Photo by Cey Joe

Follow JuJu: https://soundcloud.com/juju-rogers
Follow Oddisee: https://soundcloud.com/oddiseemusic

you can also get this track from the cd attached to the new juice mag in germany.

JuJu Rogers feat. Oddisee - Dreams

another one for the people

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Biggie - 'Somebody's Gotta Die' (Phoniks Remix)

THE LONG-AWAITED VINYL REISSUE OF AIM’S CLASSIC DEBUT ALBUM 'COLD WATER MUSIC'. REMASTERED FROM THE ORIGINAL TAPES. RELEASE FORMATS : VINYL (2X12” 140g ICE-BLUE WAX) / DIGITAL / LIMITED EDITION COMPACT CASSETTE.

BUY DIRECT FROM ATIC RECORDS - https://www.aticrecords.com/product/aim-cold-water-music-2016-re-master/

PRESS RELEASE

When Aim’s Cold Water Music dropped in 1999 on cult Manchester label Grand Central Records, it was an underground sensation. Preceded by a string of well received 12”s and EP’s the album was eagerly anticipated and Aim delivered in a big way, elevating his trademark sound to new heights with a collection of uplifting cinematic soundscapes, dark jazz fuelled breaks and hard hitting hip-hop beats (featuring guest rap legends QNC, AG and YZ). Uniquely, there was a sense of nostalgic sentimentality running through the record and the whole thing was underpinned by a musicality often missing in sample based production.

Pushed on by organic, word-of-mouth promotion and the success of the Aim Live band that sold out Shepherds Bush Empire and smashed Glastonbury’s Jazz World stage in 2007, Cold Water Music went on to shift over 100,000 units and is now seen as a ground-breaking, genre defining UK classic that has inspired legions of bedroom beat-makers.

The original vinyl pressing sold out within weeks of it’s release making it a sought after collectors piece with rocketing Ebay prices for clean copies. After years of fan requests, both ATIC and Aim felt the time was right to finally repress the wax. Says Andy Turner (Aim), “Rather than just repress the original album, we remastered and recut it from scratch using the original DAT master tapes.”

Every now and then an album comes along that both resonates and endures. An album that stays with those first to hear it and one that is discovered and treasured by generations to follow. Seventeen years on from it’s initial release Cold Water Music sounds as fresh, as inventive and as necessary as it ever did.

For more information please contact Nicole@aticrecords.com

Cold Water Music (Remastered)

Ain't Got Time To Waste

Ain't Got Time To Waste feat. YZ

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Happy Birthday, P! 

I'm honored to release this song featuring brother Price. Love and miss you, fam.

Rest in Peace, Sean Price.

Another single from my upcoming mixtape "Who Taught You To Hate Yourself?" which is coming soon.

Cover art by wa55up

Written by McKinley Dixon &amp; Sean Price
Produced by P.R
Mixed &amp; Mastered by Vincent Duke
Guitar by Jake Adams
Trumpet by Jackson Shurlds
Saxophone by Nathanael Clark
Trombone by Gabriel Luciano
Cuts by DJ M80

<a href="https://theartistunion.com/tracks/d67091" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download for free on The Artist Union</a>

Bare Knuckle (Feat. Sean Price) - OFF OF "WHO TAUGHT YOU TO HATE YOURSELF?"

McKinley Dixon