The Lost Concert

Human Nature (Live) [feat. Kenny Garrett]

This is an extended version of 'Nights Over Egypt' using the original 24-track recording session, put together in a different arrangement, (including an original string overture), mixed and mastered with modern tools.

Re-arranged, re-mixed and remastered by Rōods

Originally arranged by: Richard Rome
Originally produced by: Kenneth Gamble
Originally written by: Cynthia Biggs and Dexter Wansel
Originally performed by: The Jones Girls

Artwork: still from Wael Shawky's "Al Araba Al Madfuna"

The Jones Girls - Nights Over Egypt (Rōods Mix)

Originating from San Francisco and born in 1946, Darondo performed throughout the 1970’s, his music still held in high regard today from lovers of the soul genre.

Releasing just three singles in the early 70’s, Darondo mixed low-rider soul with blues and R&B with a sound described by the man himself as, “a little bit of everything, there’s a little jazz and a little soul, I got Latin flavour in me so there’s some Latin in it too”. 

With his career in full motion Darondo had begun opening shows for the likes of James Brown, but after the release of just three 45’s he decided to stop recording.  According to his biography on the funk and rare groove label Ubiquity records, Darondo claimed his reasons for this “..was mostly me, I was just having a good time with a real good hobby, it wasn’t about money but about having fun. Something I just liked to do. Maybe your dream is to be a James Brown or Frank Sinatra but those were just mostly dreams to me.” 

It’s a crying shame that Darondo gave up recording so early on in what promised to be a fruitful career, but what he did release is a credit to this rare artist.  His classic sound has more recently received well deserved attention thanks to Radio 1’s Gilles Peterson playing his 1973 single, “Didn’t I” on his show, (a fantastic track which was also featured in Breaking Bad!).  Today’s song was released in 1972 and is titled ‘The Wolf’, listen above.

Overdubbed, bass pumped and edited with luv by @toolateformyfuneral

Credits to Respective Copyright Owners / For promotional use only.

DaRondo - The Wolf (2LFMF REDUB)

Mankoora - Casco Viejo

Introducing "Cut The Cheque" - the groundbreaking single from the highly anticipated sophomore album by The Brkn Record, The Architecture of Oppression Part 2. This album is set to delve deep into the human condition and shed light on the impact of systemic racism.

Featuring the incredible talent of Hip Hop stalwart Percee P and the emerging artist Great Okosun, "Cut The Cheque" is a powerful track. Percee P delivers thought-provoking lyrics, addressing the long overdue recognition and reparations owed to the true builders of the British and Western Empires. As he passionately raps, "Melanated people need to be celebrated not relegated to something hella hated... cut the cheque."

This track oozes the richness of a vintage public enemy Bomb Squad production, showcasing The Brkn Record’s exceptional musicianship. This is an organic record made with organic instruments, rich arrangements and visceral playing.

Adding even more depth to the song is the 24-year-old Great Okosun, who flawlessly cuts to the chase and eloquently tackles the issues of racial bias and the institutionalisation of racism.

‘Cut the Cheque means that we no longer sit by and let our lives be Used for Free’ Great Okosun.

"Cut The Cheque" is a must-listen for anyone seeking music that tackles important social issues head-on. Get ready to be moved and inspired by this standout track from The Brkn Record - Architecture of Oppression Part 2.

The Brkn Record - Cut The Cheque (featuring Percee P & Great Okosun)

2 - Soul Secrets

Le Combat Continue - Les Samples

Johnny ''Hammond'' Smith - Big Sur Suite

Jeff Bradshaw - Happy Feeling's

Sunlight

Like Paradise

If it’s a sign, why not embrace it?
Opportunities, can’t always chase ‘em
From this point on, I gotta face reality

Nothing’s for sure, no one is special
It ain’t about you, though you got potential
We need a cure, our ego is simply over-done

This rehab is so irritating
Life itself intoxicates me 
I’m out of ways to ease the pain
That I, myself, make

So If you wanna make it happen, OK
There’s no alternative, you gotta change your ways
Don’t even think about it, it’s only a phase
When the water gets too deep and you can’t stay
The shore ain’t that far

Adrenaline, don’t take it from me
Body and soul, can’t live without it
Can’t skip all that noise, I’m destructed 
By my messy thoughts

Therapy is so frustrating 
But I’m the one who let the toxic in
It's hard to tell what’s better
when you only know one lane

So If you wanna make it happen, OK...

Can’t tell right from wrong, shit is too subjective 
Life of excess is a matter of perspective
Why do we need all these extra stuff in our mouths?

Fear of missing out, that’s why we’re blurry
I want a big house, I’m in a hurry
Take a deep breath, swallow the pride that’s in your throat

Forget about the Instant pleasures
Now is not the time to measure (things
If we treat ourselves like treasure
We could heal

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Written by Nomok, Jenny Penkin, Tal Kohavi, Omri Shani
Lyrics by Jenny Penkin
Jenny Penkin - lead & backing vocals
Nomok - keyboards & synthesizers (DSI OB6, Roland Juno 60, Moog Subsequent 37, DSI Prophet 08, Roland Juno 106)
Tal Kohavi - drums, percussion
Omri Shani - bass
Roi Avivi - guitar

Produced & Recorded by Nomok
Co-Produced & Recorded by Tal Kohavi (2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8), Jenny Penkin (2, 10), Omri Shani (2), Rejoicer (7)
Mixed by Nomok & Asaf Shay
Mastered by Asaf Shay
Cover Art & Graphic Design by Jengo

Recorded at Star Studios, Lake View Studios & House Fire Of Studios
Mixed at Halal Studios & Lake View Studios
Mastered at Halal Studios

Masok - Regimen

Virgin Ubiquity: Unreleased Recordings 1976 - 1981

Oh What a Lonely Feeling (feat. Merry Clayton)

Selector and Curator, addicted to downtempo/deep/cosmic and Black Music.
I'm sharing here few of my sets and edits, without any business intent, just for pure love of music.
🖤vibes beyond BPM count🖤
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DaRondo - The Wolf (2LFMF REDUB)

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