Name: I Shall Proceed (Hot Pants Version) - DJ Moar vs Red Cloud by My therapist
Duration: 4 min 46 s
Description: I love this instrumental by DJ Moar and cut it up to go with my favourite acapella

WAHCD024

Out 23/09/13

Hackney Colliery Band need very little introduction. Since the release of their eponymous debut in 2011, this brass juggernaut have blown their way into the public consciousness, as well as some of the more discerning dance floors, with their cunning cover versions (in particular Africa and No Diggity) and catchy original recordings. 

Over the past two years the band have earned themselves an army of loyal fans, including a number of big names, and have played at some very special events indeed. From live collaborations with the late Amy Winehouse and more recently Eliza Doolittle, to headlining the Manchester Jazz and Durham Brass Festivals, and in 2012 being the only fully live band to play at the Closing Ceremony of the London Olympics, they haven’t paused for breath. 

Add to that an ongoing partnership with the Roundhouse, a recent Balkan tour where they played to capacity crowds in Slovenia, Kosovo and Montenegro and relentless touring in the UK and Europe, and it becomes obvious why the critics have described them as 'an inspired musical collision' (The Times), 'one of our favourite performers on the London scene today' (The Upcoming) and 'the most enjoyable, fun live music I know of’ (The Observer).

With a tongue-in-cheek, yet respectful, nod to the great tradition of British brass bands, Hackney Colliery's influences are as diverse as the London borough that gave them their name. Mixing rock, afro-beat, hip hop, Balkan beats, contemporary jazz and soul, the new album Common Decency is a uniquely British take on the modern brass band sound. The opener, A Bit Of Common Decency, builds from a delicately brooding intro to an almost punky rock groove, and with its imploring whispers and shouts for 'a bit of common decency' sets the tone of the album: by turns polite and forceful, mellow and fiery, energetic and, well, even more energetic. By the closing track, Prodigy Medley (a favourite of club and radio DJs all over the world), the listener can be left with little doubt that HCB’s time has come.

Engineered by the appropriately-named Tristan Hackney (Katy B, Bjork, U2) and mixed by Luke Buttery (Mark Ronson, Alice Russell, Noel Gallagher) at Ray Davies' Konk studios in North London, Common Decency was recorded almost entirely 'as live' with the band all playing in the same room at the same time; a rare and high-risk method indeed, but the only one that could hope to capture the energy and passion of one of HCB's live shows. 

Fortunately, with musicians whose credits include the likes of Bonobo, Cinematic Orchestra and even the Royal Opera House, there was no danger of this compromising the quality or detail of the performances. Add a little extra honk from Melt Yourself Down and Acoustic Ladyland head honcho Pete Wareham on the track Superhero Disco and there is no shortage of virtuoso playing. Which is lucky, because HCB aren't a simple 'brass n beats' groove band. Writers Olly Blackman, Luke Christie and Steve Pretty have between them penned unquestionably the outfit's strongest material to date ¬– powerful original compositions that sit alongside unexpected drum n bass, soul and hip hop covers; a tour de force of screaming energy and masterly writing. As intricate as it is energetic, as virtuosic as it is passionate, Common Decency marks HCB's arrival as a leading light in the global brass band scene.

As front-man Steve Pretty puts it, "When we started out back in 2008 our mission was to create a uniquely British take on the modern brass band and to prove that with nothing but some bits of twisted metal, wood and plastic we could get any party started. We've had an incredible couple of years and Common Decency is the realisation of those ambitions”.


Hackney Colliery Band - Prodigy Medley

I love this instrumental by DJ Moar and cut it up to go with my favourite acapella

I Shall Proceed (Hot Pants Version) - DJ Moar vs Red Cloud

"A Message To You Rudy ft. Lucy Vella"
by Omegaman
FKX138 - Fort Knox Recordings

Out Worldwide - Friday December 10th, 2021
https://orcd.co/undercovers

If you've been paying attention to Omegaman over the past few years, you have seen him flexing his ska, rocksteady and reggae skills, often featuring incredible vocalists and guest musicians on his tracks. Omegaman recently produced a side project for the teen cancer awareness fundraiser The Specialized Project (UK) / SpecialOzd (AU), and the results are these two incredible cover tunes. Again, utilizing his ska background and some of Aussie's finest musicians and vocalists to reinterpret two classic tunes from the late 1970s.

The Specials big hit from 1979, “A Message To You Rudy”, has been tweaked with a swinging backbeat and the sweet sounds of Sydney vocalist Lucy Vella. Adding some serious ska credentials to the track is a killer brass arrangement by The Skastards and the whole band itself is a virtual Ska all-star ensemble. Always a crowd favorite, this version of Message To You does not disappoint, and will get even the jaded rudeboys shufflin.

The second track covered is a bit more obscure, the Aussie New Wave band Mental As Anything's hit tune “If You Leave Me (Can I Come Too?).” This cover version outdoes the original by featuring Patou of Melbourne Ska Orchestra, Allniters & Club Ska on vocals. The track itself is boosted up to a surf 'n' ska type of groove with skanking guitars and crisp drum breaks. The end result is a much more upbeat and optimistic tune than the original, Can I Come Too?

Just in time for Aussie summer, these tracks are perfect for surf camp, road trips, house parties and everything in between. Instrumentals are included as well, which really gives the listener a chance to absorb the incredible musicianship on both tracks. Retro-classic Ska style artwork by Peter Metro for Metro Co.


DJ Feedback:

"Omegaman does the impossible, flipping the classic "Message to You Rudy" into a female lead swinging ska anthem and keeping ska alive and fresh. Both cuts will get you skankin' non stop!" - Fort Knox Five

"A Message To Rudy in 6/8!!!!! Incredible takes on the originals. Pure summer vibes here." - Kibosh

"A great rework of the classic Specials tune, packed full of swing and swagger. Lucy Vella's vocals are perfect on this! Awesome work." - Craash Party

"Super nice organic, plucky, upbeat party vibes. Well done fresh takes on a classic selection. Rewind selecta!!" - Disc0beta

"A Message To You is a great and warm reggae track, bringing a warm feeling into these crazy times!" - Freethinker Funk Essence

"Loving the new take on a classic, so smooth!" - Raptorstein

"Tasty Stuff!" - Doe Ran

"Very nice cover versions!" - Liza DJ

Under The Covers

Omegaman | A Message To You Rudy ft. Lucy Vella

Yo-ville! You are locked and loaded into episode 63 of The Allergies Podcast. On this month’s funk-fuelled show we have our brand new song Vamonos to play you, music from K.O.G, and a Tune of The Month from Andy Cooper.
Plus, our very special guest Ursula 1000 drops by to chat it up and bless us with a 30 minute mixtape. It’s all that, and more. Let’s go!

Episode #63 (with guest Ursula 1000)

FAB SAMPERI - 'Power Bossa'
AR 017 CD | cd & digital
release date: 25.03.2011
EAN 4260130540173
Agogo Records - LC 15656

'Power Bossa' is the introduction to Fab Samperi's definition of a boombastic jazz style. Fearlessly and creatively picking up inspiration from the golden decades of classic rhythm & blues, latin, hip-hop and soul Sicily's most prolific producer releases his first full album:
'Power Bossa' and what a powerful statement it really is. Fab Samperi recorded the album in as many as six countries. While kicking off with 'In The River', playlisted on the BBC and sealed by Craig Charles featuring the man Samperi himself on flute (yes, he is a well-studied multi-instrumentalist playing keyboards, drums, guitars and brass!) the mighty John Turrell from Newcastle England puts his distinctive northern soul voice on 'Everyman'. Samperi's close connection to Smoove & Turrell is no coincidence. With their organic approach to the music they love this is a natural connection. Bella Wagner from Vienna, vocalist on 'Stand Back', already recorded with Patrick Pulsinger and Bahama Soul Club. Jonnathan Molina on the other hand is a new face on the block. His voice for 'Listen Up' keeps the fire burning with an authentic soul twist.
'Red Bossa' is a liaison with Mattew Rasbash aka Spasmo, an English producer with an incredible knowledge of cinematic jazz, dramatic bossa and obscure jazz-rock. Holding the pace but adding a breathless rap flavour to 'Brand New Day' Joelistics aka Joel Ma of the Australian TZU crew takes us back to the age when hip-hop was what it all was about: lyrical vitality, an open mind and pure energy. The instrumental version of 'Alcoholic Drinks' is a trip way back into Fab Samperi's history, but it still sounds fresh today. It blends nicely into 'Jazz Di Mezzaluna', an authentic piece of Mediterranean Jazz featuring a solo by Andrea Beneventano, one of the national top players on the piano. Rounding up this jazz intermezzo on 'Power Bossa' is 'Spaghetti Samba', Samperi's early single on Record Kicks featuring the vocals of Igor Gazatti aka Zion from Recife in Brazil. Soul brother John Turrell makes his return on 'Heaven Sent', again this was recorded with Smoove at his Ashbrooke Castle studios in downtown Newcastle.
'BB Funk' kicks in with a haunting bass line courtesy of the man Fab Samperi himself: 'People think there is a lot of sampling in my music, but it is not. This bassline, for example, was played and written completely by myself.' And while Samperi is not only an expert musician himself, he is also busy remixing tunes for other artists. The French freakbeat of 'Papillonne Sur Moi' is an example of his recent output, commissioned by fellow Italians Montefiori Cocktail & In-Grid.
Closing the album Samperi reunites with Andrew Donikian aka Diamond Poet and revives the Outbound era with 'When I Wake Up.' The music may have evolved since then, but the message in Fab Samperi's music has not: 'The message behind it is that I believe in a multicultural world, where people can live their lives in peace, with no racism, and no war.' This statement is as simple as it is true: Peace, love, unity and having bossa!

Power Bossa

In The River

Here's a little edit I did of a classic Creedence tune. 

Grape Vine rrrrrRemix

Stream/Download: https://fanlink.to/SMBDYXRT

"Another Winner" - Krafty Kuts
"Fine funk fair" 10/10 - The Allergies
"The 90s called they want their potentially chat breaking super clean fresh and funky production back." 10/10 -  WBBL
"X-Ray Ted comin' with funky goods as always!" 10/10 - Shaka Loves You
"Feels good" - The Funk Hunters

X-Ray Ted - Somebody Told Me (Extended Mix)

Playlist:

Mika - Lisbon
Benny Sings - CGEOOL (feat. Rae Khalil)
D-Styles - Heart Stepper
Mononome - Inequity
Wodoo Wolcan - Sketch
Mononome - System Error
Roy Ayers -  Everybody Loves the Sunshine (Streamer Nymphonic Orchestra Remix)
St Germain - Sure Thing
Erykah Badu - Soldier
Logic - Paradise II (feat. Norah Jones)
Logic - Highlife

Evva - In The Mix (April 2023)

Double-Bass by Alexander Bednasch
Guitar by Jan Benz
Flute by Romeo Sandri from http://soundcloud.com/acusmatic-group

Mixed by Kolja Starkowski

Mastered by Mister Bingle @ Deja-Tunes




Mash & Munkee "The Good Vibe (Renegades Of Jazz Remix)"

Relative Dimensions kick off 2017 with a massive bang. In 1998 Air gave us the amazing moon safari album.
In 2017 it's been given a remix of huge proportions. We kick off with JPrimes reworking of 'Ce Matin La', heavy drums, base that'll make granny get out of the rocking chair, and a heavy slice of PE thrown in.
Up next is Leygo and his rework of the classic 'Kelly Watch the stars'. A mellow house huge dancefloor chugger that remains sympathetic to the original.
Then, who else than Monstafunk. When Air made 'Sexy Boy' little did they know that one of the best remixers in the game would drop lyrics on top of it about pussy, ass, and weed. All trademarks of the genius that is Monstafunk.
Lastly, Vinyl Messi takes 'All I need', picks it up, gives it a shake, and gives it a DnB flavour that would make even the most dour Parisian get on the dancefloor.
Moon Safari Remixed is a modern day classic.

Available February 10th on Juno Download

MOON SAFARI REMIXED (MINI - MIX)

The Funk Philosopher is back at it again to follow up on the success of his last free power hour tune that dropped in January. 

This time with an even funkier joint that should help you funk you way through the Easter holidays. 

Happy Easter and Get Down!

BBP Free Power Hour Downloads

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The Funk Philosopher - Get Down (Free BBP Power Hour Download)

When we play music for others we experience reading the emotion of the crowd and then adjusting our music to meet their mood and then elevate it. 
Even though we're interacting with hundreds or maybe thousands, while a therapist is working with just one person at a time, the same principal applies: meet the client where they are, then help them to get somewhere better.
Some things that have been said about me
"Like if a shark and a lazer made friends - banging" - Happy Belly Music
"You're so good you broke me ears" - Elliot (who now suffers from superior canal dehiscence syndrome. CT Scan available upon request)
"You're mixing's scaring me" - Ricardo, some guy at a party
"Are you the best DJ in the world?" - random girls comments after various gigs
"I really cringed when they said they were having a DJ but I love it, it's great music" - an exhibitor at a gallery opening party
"It's helping me do housework" - My neighbour Lucy
""I just absolutely plastered the wall and curtain in red wine with my wavy arm because of that tune! Going to have to switch to Prosecco now as the red wine is all over the wall"  Sarah - whilst listening to 'The Breakdown with My therapist' on Cutters Choice Radio
"You like a good remix don’t you" My friend Rob when it was my turn to play tunes on a long car journey
"This is mad. In a good way". Dtism, listener on Cutters Choice Radio

Starting to play Video remixing in my sets - 
DJ Bacon - Sure Shot Rocksteady Remix - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8ZDbP41THs
Live Vinyl & AV short set - https://vimeo.com/mytherapizt

I make music videos too, this one for Jstar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTJgcOgUypU

and also Tricky
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3lsoe3VabI

For bookings please email jodyvandenburg (at) mac.com;

Regular festival feature at Glastonbury, Shambala, Secret Garden Party, Bestival, Boom Town, Lovebox, Standon Calling, Give/Kimberley, One Taste to name a few.

My day job is a filmmaker and editor&#13;

Also producing this comedy podcast with Bobby Mair & Red Richardson
https://www.youtube.com/theyearispod
https://podfollow.com/theyearispod/

I made this video for Hayz &amp; Boogie Boutique's 'Ghetto Rat'&#13;
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nffvg-VmnnM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nffvg-VmnnM</a>&#13;
&amp; this fairly controversial video for Loo &amp; Placido's 'Reggae Rigby'&#13;
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBLJBbanRRU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBLJBbanRRU</a>&#13;
I directed this music video for Emily Barker &amp; The Red Clay Halo&#13;
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftK5dv52v2o" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftK5dv52v2o</a>&#13;
&amp; this very funny video for Diversion Tactics 'Ladies Man'&#13;
<a href="http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/cf2f444ea7/diversion-tactics-ladies-man-music-video" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/cf2f444ea7/diversion-tactics-ladies-man-music-video</a>&#13;
&amp; Lewis Parker 'Mr Parker's Siesta'&#13;
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71aSBvw8QV4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71aSBvw8QV4</a>&#13;
I directed this documentary featuring Simon Munnery and Harry Enfield called 'The Tunnel'&#13;
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3z1LkrYIm0Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3z1LkrYIm0Q

Proudly scoured in the Ghetto Funk blog three times and featured on the Monkeyboxing 2014 comp and website
http://ghettofunk.co.uk/spinforths-weekly-soundcloud-scour-
http://ghettofunk.co.uk/spinforths-biweekly-soundcloud-scour-82/
http://ghettofunk.co.uk/spinforths-biweekly-soundcloud-scour-96/
http://monkeyboxing.com/content/monkeyboxing-com-presents-filthy-rhythm-dirty-soul-vol-4-2014-free-download
http://monkeyboxing.com/content/my-therapist-drag-on-2013-free-download-exclusive/

I Shall Proceed (Hot Pants Version) - DJ Moar vs Red Cloud

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