I came back the other week with a bag full of records I grabbed while in NYC to play for you all, but that will have to wait. In the past few days, two of the best to ever do it have transitioned after living incredible lives and giving all of us so much music and inspiration - Ahmad Jamal and Ivan "Mamao" Conti. It only felt right to pay tribute to them both on this episode. I tried to play some tunes, especially from Jamal's catalogue, that aren't the big sample-famous ones, but are favorites none the same.

I've done two other mixes dedicated to Jamal in the past, who is my favorite pianist ever, whose music has been so important to me, whose records my dad passed down to me. Admittedly only in more recent years have I become more familiar with Conti's work, and have completely fallen in love with it. 

Salute to these giants!

April 19 2023

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Pullin from the Stacks - Episode 224 (Ahmad and Mamao)

Placas Tectónicas - 023 - Mamão

Morreu João - autor Mamão - Interpretado por Sil Andrade e Driano Barboza

Adeus Diferente - autor Mamão - Interpretado por Sil Andrade e Driano Barboza

Umberto Ferretti traz as últimas do campo: preços do ovo e do mamão caem, enquanto mandioca e batata ficam mais caras

Giro Rural: mandioca e batata ficam mais caras

Edit da faixa "Ninho" de Ivan Conti (Mamão) com colagens dos vocais de "Comin' Thru" de Chali2na (Jurassic 5)

Mamão Com Atum

- 𝘼𝙇𝙒𝘼𝙔𝙎 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙄𝙉𝙂 -

1. CDMX
2. MAMAO
3. DETROIT LOVE LETTER feat. @byrontheaquarius 
4. ELECTRICAL feat. @marlena.dae 
5. SYNESTHESIA
6. LSD feat. @marlena.dae 
7. EXPERIENCE feat. @marlena.dae 
8. PLEASURE RIDE feat. @harveysutherland and @marlena.dae 
9. TIME SPACE MATTER
10. INTERCOURSE
11. SLOW JAMZ
12. GOOD BYE BERLIN

All tracks written and produced by Riccardo Paffetti aka Black Loops

Additional keys, bass, guitars, synths and vocals by Declan McDermott, Rossano Snel, Nikos Haropoulos, Daisy Benson, Harvey Sutherland, Byron the Aquarius

Mixed by @nelson_of_the_east 
Mastered by @thecarverystudio 
Album cover by @jamie.jar 

Out on @freerangerecords 9.5.2025

Always Moving

Mamao

When I'm not at the dayjob, I'm probably at a record store. Pullin from the Stacks podcast most Wednesdays, available here, Apple Pods (please subscribe!) and elsewhere.

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INFOS & REMIXES: blackloops@gmail.com 

Riccardo, known as Black Loops, has steadily earned a reputation as a dedicated and innovative force in house music. Drawing inspiration from funk, soul, disco, 90s Italo house, and New York deep house, his music strikes a balance between classic grooves and contemporary sensibilities.

Over the years, Black Loops has released music on respected labels such as Freerange, Aterral, Classic, Shall Not Fade, and Quality Vibe, establishing a discography that reflects both versatility and a deep love for the craft. His work has been supported by a global audience and continues to resonate with DJs and listeners alike.

A passionate vinyl collector and selector, Black Loops places great value on the art of playing and digging records, an ethos that translates into his DJ sets. Whether in the studio or behind the decks, his approach is rooted in authenticity and a genuine connection to the music.

With his debut album ready and set for release in the first half of 2025, Black Loops is entering an exciting new chapter in his career. Touring regularly across Europe, America, Australia, and beyond, he remains committed to sharing music that speaks to the dancefloor and beyond.

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