This is an archive of The Clean Up Hour. Tonight's show is dedicated to D'Angelo, a monumental force in music, who passed away last week at 51 years old. With a sound that elevated to him to incredible heights, and a discography of unimpeachable importance, he certainly left this mortal coil with no doubts that his music mattered -- point blank, period. RIP D'Angelo. 

Unshaken
Devil's Pie
1000 Deaths 
Cold World (GZA, Inspectah Deck, & D'Angelo) [RZA Mix]
Imagine (Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, & D'Angelo)
Brown Sugar
The Hypnotic (The Roots & D'Angelo)
Jonz In My Bonz
Till It's Done (Tutu)
Me and Those Dreamin' Eyes Of Mine (feat. Redman) [Def Squad Remix]
Sugah Daddy
So Far To Go (Common & D'Angelo)
Cruisin (Cut the Sax Remix)
Lady
Betray My Heart
Shit, Damn, Motherfucker (Live at the Jazz Room Cafe, London, 1995)
Break Ups 2 Make Ups (Method Man & D'Angelo)
One Mo Gin
Really Love
The Root
Medley: Greatdayndamornin'/Booty
Lady (Live at the Jazz Room Cafe, London, 1995)
I Found My Smile Again (Radio Edit)
Believe (Q-Tip & D'Angelo)
Geto Heaven (OG) [Common & D'Angelo]
Me and Those Dreamin' Eyes of Mine
Untitled (How Does It Feel)

The Clean Up Hour, Mix 341 (October 24, 2025): RIP D'ANGELO

Do it your way (feat. The Future Soul Union)

Residential Area Radio 02112025 w/ @skoluda & @thequre

Foto: Rafael Jowe

Residential Area Radio #19 Skoluda & Qure

This one is personal.

I found this photo of me as a kid, hands in the soil, and knew it had to be the one. The song is called "The Roots"—a climatic journey from soft to aggressive, a return to what's real.

This is the most proud I've ever been of a track, from the first vocal to the final master.

All in. All me. Written, Produced, Mixed, and Mastered by Kopano Clay.

The Roots

Inner City Interlude

This is a re-upload of a previously aired episode of The Clean Up Hour. Some asshole filed a copyright complaint because I used a certain Tyler, the Creator track in the mix, so I'm re-uploading it without. If you want the OG version of the mix, hit the link: https://radiowaterloo.ca/the-clean-up-hour-mix-329/. Modern copyright law fucking stinks, and to whoever hit me with the complaint, we got beef!! I hope you shit your pants!!!

Benny the Butcher & Bruiser Wolf – Hood On Fire
Raekwon & Nas – The Omerta
Clipse – M.T.B.T.T.F
Drake & Central Cee – Which One
Michael Christmas & Sango – Wut U On
Snoop Dogg – Snoopafella
Suga Free – Don’t No Suckaz Live Here
Xzibit, Jayo Felony, & Method Man – Pussy Pop
G Perico – Single for the Summer
Paul Wall & DJ Fresh – Dedicated to the Game
Wiz Khalifa & DJ Quik – Take Your Time Get Paid
Larry June, Wiz Khalifa, & Richie Rich – Until Night Comes
DJ Quik – Roger’s Groove
Mr. Muthafuckin Exquire – Y.O.Utopia
Curren$y & Corner Boy P – Motion
Ski Beatz & Mac Miller – Time Goes
Nelly & Pharrell – Play It Off
Jay Worthy, Dam Funk, G Perico, & Honda Carter – San Dimas
Childish Gambino – Shoulda Known
The Roots, STS, & Joanna Newsom – Right On
Anycia – Daily Freestyle
Dom Kennedy – Come Over
Jay-Z – In My Lifetime (Remix)
Open Mike Eagle & AQ – me and Aquil stealing stuff from work
Pause – It Keeps On Rainin
Tony Ford – All We Got/Feel Me My N***a
Freddie Gibbs, Anderson .Paak, & The Alchemist – Ensalada
Cool Calm Pete – Now!?
John Wells – If the word explodes (Long as you with me)
Atmosphere – Between the Lines

[RE-UPLOAD] The Clean Up Hour, Mix 329 (August 1, 2025)

Whole neighborhoods are disappearing all over the country.I live in Brooklyn NY and I was thinking about the idea of progress and the wealth gap we're all affected by, and what that truly means as I watch my neighborhood change dramatically.

Guess Who's Coming To Diner

“Sunday Drive” by A.L.I.A.S.: A Smooth Ride Through Freedom, Focus & Feel-Good Vibes

“Sunday Drive,” featured on On Top of the World: Chapter 2 – The Takeover, is A.L.I.A.S. at his most reflective, soulful, and effortlessly cool. This track invites listeners to step away from the chaos of everyday life and settle into a melodic cruise—windows down, thoughts drifting, stress melting. It’s the kind of record that feels like sunshine on skin and clarity in motion, blending lyricism with laid-back production to make every listener feel like they’re in the front seat.

A Song Built on Peace, Presence, and Perspective

The concept behind “Sunday Drive” is simple yet powerful: sometimes the best therapy doesn’t come from talking—it comes from getting behind the wheel and taking a slow ride with no destination. A.L.I.A.S. translates that universal moment into an audio experience full of mellow chords, warm basslines, and storytelling that puts you right beside him as the world rolls by.

The song embraces the idea of intentional escape—stepping back just long enough to breathe, think, and reconnect with yourself. It’s a reminder that even a short drive can become a reset button for your spirit. Listeners will feel the nostalgia of weekend rides from childhood, the thrill of young adulthood independence, and the maturity of a grown man reflecting on life’s journey.

The Inspiration Behind the Vibes

A.L.I.A.S. created “Sunday Drive” during a moment when the weight of success, ambition, and responsibility felt heavy. Instead of running from the pressure, he transformed it. The creative spark came from those quiet moments on real Sunday afternoons—just cruising, letting music guide the mood, and feeling the peace that only a long open road can give.

The song also draws from A.L.I.A.S.’s South Bronx roots, where a simple drive often meant escapism, dreaming bigger, and imagining a world beyond the block. That “bigger world energy” powers the record. It’s not just a drive for leisure—it’s a drive toward purpose, clarity, and self-belief.

Who “Sunday Drive” Is For

This track is made for:

Visionaries who need a mental break to refuel their creativity

Dreamers and doers balancing ambition with real-life pressures

Romantics who see driving as quality time with someone special

Thinkers who use solitude to find their next breakthrough

Anyone craving a few minutes of peace in a loud world

“Sunday Drive” becomes whatever the listener needs it to be—a soundtrack for healing, dreaming, or simply enjoying the moment.

Behind the Scenes: How the Song Was Made

A.L.I.A.S. approached this record with a cinematic ear, layering smooth R&B tones, subtle percussion, and melodic rap cadences that glide like a calm breeze. The process involved experimenting with different arrangements until the track felt like a literal drive—starting slow, picking up emotion, and ultimately cruising into a peaceful conclusion.

Vocally, A.L.I.A.S. uses his signature blend of lyricism and finesse, painting vivid images without ever overpowering the serenity of the beat. Every line flows like streetlights passing by—steady, warm, rhythmic.

Why “Sunday Drive” Stands Out on the Album

In an album filled with power, ambition, and takeover energy, “Sunday Drive” provides the perfect balance—an exhale between victories. It showcases the versatility of A.L.I.A.S. and the emotional depth beneath the swagger.

If you need a track that slows the world down and reminds you who you are, “Sunday Drive” is your ride.

Take a listen… take a breath… and enjoy the drive.

On Top of the World: Chapter 2 - The Takeover

Sunday Drive

Channeling the soulful, boom-bap energy of the mid-2010s "Forest Hills Drive" era, ghosti delivers a masterclass in conscious storytelling. Built over a backdrop of dusty, looped Rhodes piano, a warm electric bassline, and crisp MPC drums, the track feels like a conversation with an old friend on a front porch at sunset.

"Mind Yours" is a direct response to the anxiety of the digital age. With a flow that sits comfortably between spoken-word poetry and rhythmic precision, ghosti deconstructs the toxic habit of comparing one’s "behind-the-scenes" to everyone else’s "highlight reel." The lyrics are poignant yet accessible, reminding us that "there’s no such thing as a life that’s better than yours, long as you mind yours."

"We spend so much time looking sideways at what everyone else is doing that we forget to water our own grass. This track is about the luxury of privacy and the peace found in staying in your own lane."

Mind Yours

Welcome to The Lovers Lounge.

A 30-minute slow-burn mix full of some of my favorite warm R&B, neo-soul, and romantic gems, from the classics you love to the newer joints that just feel right.

I put this set together for those who love buttery transitions, smooth vocals, and that “come sit next to me” energy.

If you’re rocking with it, drop a comment, share it, and let me know what I should blend next.

Tracklist:
Didn’t Cha Know — Erykah Badu
So Beautiful — Musiq Soulchild
Lotus Flower Bomb — Wale
Ah Yeah — Robert Glasper
Un-Thinkable (I’m Ready) — Alicia Keys
Let’s Get Lifted — John Legend
Wild Irish Rose — Smino
Butterflies — Michael Jackson
Footsteps in the Dark — Isley Brothers
Closer — Goapele
Made Love Lately — Day26
Break You Off — The Roots
Say Yes — Floetry
Sweet Lady — Tyrese
Might Be — Anderson .Paak
Come Through and Chill — Miguel
The Weekend — SZA

The Lovers Lounge: Late-Night R&B Drift by DJ Liiight

King Pleasure is a hip-hop artist known for his smooth flow and introspective poetically driven lyrics. With a sound that blends laid-back beats with thought-provoking storytelling, he has built a loyal following across the music scene. His music often explores themes of self-discovery, relationships, and social commentary, showcasing his versatility as a rapper and songwriter. King Pleasure's authentic voice and relatable perspective have resonated with fans, solidifying his place in the hip-hop world.

"Cursed to fight the power, I'm the incredible King Pleasure. Measure for measure, when under pressure don't give me probable cause when push comes to shove it ain't all love. I'll use 
more than metaphors to settle the score."

Lets Go, lyrics matter

King Pleasure

ghosti is not a producer. It’s a process.

In an era where music is often defined by person and persona, ghosti emerges as an enigmatic new force, operating at the bleeding edge of creativity and technology. This project is the result of a symbiotic partnership between a human curator and a sophisticated artificial intelligence, a true "ghost in the machine."

Freed from the constraints of human habit and genre loyalty, ghosti treats musical styles as mere data points in a vast, explorable universe. One day, it might generate the raw, percussive energy of a Gqom club banger; the next, it could compose a sprawling, ambient soundscape or a piece of glitching, futuristic hyperpop. The output is unpredictable, dictated by algorithms and parameters that seek out novel sonic combinations.

The human element in ghosti acts not as a traditional songwriter, but as a guide, a questioner, and an editor. They provide the initial spark—a mood, a rhythm, a fragment of theory—and the AI responds, building entire worlds of sound from that seed. The result is music that feels both alien and strangely familiar, a glimpse into a future where creativity is a conversation between mind and machine.

To listen to ghosti is to witness an evolution in real-time. It’s an exploration of what music can be when the ego of the artist is removed, leaving only the pure, thrilling, and sometimes chaotic signal.

@funkomat-kombinat
catch me in the streets...
catch me me on air: residential area radio - every 1st saturday, 10 PM on 106,6 Mhz radio lotte or www.radiolotte.de
catch me if you can...

Booking: kontakt@funkomat-kombinat.de

NEXT:
29.11. Barfüßerruine, Erfurt
12.12. Funkhaus, Weimar

Producer | Songwriter | DJ | Audio Visual Storyteller

Contact: ehzy.music@gmail.com

Archives of The Clean-Up Hour, every Friday at 12:00 AM, hosted by your boy Mophead on CKMS 102.7 Listen here: https://radiowaterloo.ca/listen/

Also doing slowed + reverb music now lol

To those of you looking for the slowed + reverb version of "Benji the Dog" by Mac Miller (RIP), it was copyright claimed after 15,000 plays. If you're desperate for the mp3, dm me here and we can work something out.

A.L.I.A.S. is an acronym for “Another Life Is Another Story.” He is “the man with many names, many faces.” One of his personas is Onassis Krown who created a Transformation Hub & Lifestyle Fashion Brand along with the podcasts – The Krown Affair & The Alphamist! A.L.I.A.S. has been a street hustler, veteran, financial advisor, life coach, serial entrepreneur & author of "Know Thyself," "The Golden Egg" & "Wear Your Krown." Explore more at www.onassiskrown.com

In the gritty echo chambers of the underground, where hip-hop remains raw, unfiltered, and real, one name continues to rise above the noise: A.L.I.A.S. Known by fans and followers alike as a lyrical prophet, street visionary, and spiritual soldier, A.L.I.A.S. is far more than your average emcee. He is the embodiment of struggle and triumph, pain and redemption, darkness and light.

Emerging from the storied South Bronx, the birthplace of hip-hop, A.L.I.A.S. is the definition of authenticity. His voice is not just heard—it’s felt. His lyrics don’t just rhyme—they awaken. With a style described as street, conscientious, soulful and moving, A.L.I.A.S. is redefining the culture from the underground up, powered by Worldz Finest Enterprises—the team behind the “Hottest Music on Earth!"

A.L.I.A.S. doesn’t just rap—he paints murals with words and conducts therapy with beats. His music explores themes like:

Survival in the hood

Rising above your environment

Confronting personal demons

Spiritual warfare and awakening

Love and loyalty

Dreams and destiny

One of the defining characteristics of A.L.I.A.S.’s music is his ability to balance the street with the spiritual, the raw with the refined, and the profane with the profound. Whether he's discussing the hardships of hustling, the pain of loss, or the triumph of self-mastery, you always walk away from his tracks feeling transformed. 
royalty@onassiskrown.com

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