Reflection Eternal - The Re:Union

Christmas is over, but the gifts keep coming in. This time, Reflection Eternal (Talib Kweli & Hi-Tek) release The Re:Union, mixed by one of the illest DJ's in hip hop - Statik Selektah. Readying cats for the their upcoming album, Revolutions Per Minute, this project features cuts from their past solo projects, their collaborative efforts, some unreleased gems, cuts from Kweli's Rawkus days and features he jumped on in 08' & 09'. This is a dope glimpse of what to look forward to in March 2010. Happy New Year, and thanks to RE for the early drop. Get it here. Support hip hop NOT hip pop!

Reflection Eternal - Hang Ups

Reflection Eternal - Come Around ft Termanology & Royce Da 5'9

The Soul Clap Podcast

Great things come as a result of being a part of twitter. As I listen to this smooth mix dropped by Kay Tee Kustum of NuVeyebz Production, I'm thankful for having the great taste in music I have. With gems from Vikter Duplaix, Erro, Rebekka and more, you can't afford to sleep on this. Download your copy here.

blip.fm/KayTeeKustum
twitter.com/NuVeyebz
soundcloud.com/nuveyebzproductions

Track List
1. In The Middle Of You ( Freddie Joachim remix) / Vikter Duplaix
2. Dot Com / Usher
3. Can't Get Enough / Darrius Wilrich
4. What Would I Do Without You / KJM, Vikter Duplaix and MDCL
5. Howard Girls Feat. Brandon Hines, Geno Young & Eric Roberson / AB
6. J Dillalude / Robert Glasper
7. Outro / Outlines
8. Tea Leaf Dancers (Comfort Fit Remix) / Flying Lotus
9. Higher / Rebekka
10. Had No Idea / Melanie Rutherford
11. Mystery / Mabanua & Nicholas Ryan Gant
12. Blues Baby Feat. Jneiro Jarel / Rich Medina
13. U Don't Understand / Saint
14. One Conversation / Melanie Rutherford
15. Da Day / Dezaray Dawn
16. YerDaddy (Don-Ray's Tokyo Don Remix Dub Version) / Comfort Fit

Szjerdene - UK Songstress On The Rise

Don't worry about how her name is pronounced. Just allow her music to carry you through a moment where soft melodies peruse your inner self, and her dainty, jazzy vocals treat your ears in a delightful way. At age 21, London's, Szjerdene is soon to be a voice most will come to love. I discovered her just recently, and after listening to the 3 songs off her Collage - The Demo, I'm telling you, she's gonna win hearts with her music. Look out for her EP, Tailored releasing in 2010, but for now enjoy the bluesy rock funk of "Blue Lullaby." Get your free download of Collage - The Demo here. Continue to support real music.

myspace.com/szjerdene

Szjerdene - Blue Lullaby

Martin Luther - The Rebel Soul Rock Star

My memories of Rebel Soul Rock Star, Martin Luther date back to early 2005 while driving back to Orlando (home at the time) from Tampa. I cruised I4 while electric rock strings coupled with straight laced soul poured from the speakers of my Honda Accord. I listened intently as  Martin's dynamic vocal styles bended perfectly to the varied production on Rebel Soul Music (2004). On gems like "Home," he delivers insight about the streets where he grew up on in San Francisco. Things gets steamy on "Truth Or Dare" as he plays an erotic game of questions with a potential conquest, and on "Muse Sick Dreamz," he speaks about his battle between the woman in his life and his pursuit to become an accomplished musician. Martin is definitely not one to sleep on! Check out two of my favorites below, and peep the video for a classic in the making, hopefully off Love Is The Hero dropping Spring 2010. Invest your hard earned dollars on a talent that truly deserves it. Support real singers and quality music.

www.rebelsoulmusic.com
www.martinluthermccoy.com

Martin Luther - Lust

Martin Luther - Ms. America

Darien Brockington - The Cold Case Files

It's here people! After 3 years off scene, D-Brock returns with his mixtape, The Cold Case Files. It's a collection of works beginning in February 2007 and ending here in December 2009. A lot of things kept Darien from the music during his absence, but his passion for the art was well rejuvenated while touring with The Foreign Exchange back in Dec of 2008. There's a few cut's (3 total) I'm not really feeling, but the rest are all heaters and overall the mixtape is solid. Glad to hear D-Brock again. His voice and style are truly a treat to the ears. Support the mixtape! It's only $5, and be on watch for his sophomore album Affected: The Story of John Doe coming in 2010!

dbrockmusic.com
myspace.com/darienakadbrock

Darien Brockington - Addiction

Darien Brockington - I Know (You Know)

The Soul of Miles Bonny

Getting back into my daily after a quick, yet fun filled holiday is never easy in any regards for me. However, I have my duties of keeping my visitors up to date with the best in music beyond the radio. So, let's not waste anymore time. Prepare your ears for the soulful notes of Kansas City resident, Miles Bonny. At first glance, I'm sure you'd think he's everything opposite what a soul singer should look like. But what is the look truthfully? If it's all about name brand fashion and swag, then it's obviously not about the music. With Miles, it's all about the music. His laid back groove called "Words (I Love You)" which I came across yesterday via AJB immediately caught my attention and caused me to do some research about him. Miles has a few titles under his belt to include his solo debut: Smell Smoke (2006) & the critically acclaimed Closer Love EP (2007). Be sure to check this cat out. He'll be dropping 2 releases in 2010: Reggie B & Miles Bonny - Doing Our Thang on 1-08-10 & INcense & Wine in Feb, 2010. Support good music. Support the talents of the underground.

milesbonny.com

innatesounds.com

Miles Bonny - Words (I Love You)

Miles Bonny - Bucktown v2.0

J*Davey - Boudoir Synema: The Great Mistapes

I waited up 'til 3 am Christmas morning, but Miss Jack Davey and Brook D'Leau b.k.a J*Davey, I guess were making us wait for the niceness that is Boudoir Synema: The Great Mistapes. I got a chance to listen to it before heading off to Orlando for the weekend, and it's a pretty short, but solid piece of work. This is the first of a 3 part series, so enjoy it, and thanks to J*Davey for granting us this project. And if you're new to the group, after checking this project, support last years The Beauty In Distortion/The Land of The Lost. Download Boudoir Synema: The Great Mistapes here.

J*Davey - Fight The Daylight

J*Davey - Outta The Window