Tall Black Guy - Love To The World

A new year without some new tunes is straight up wack! That's why producer Tall Black Guy's management made sure to hit me with one from his latest batch. As always, TBG cooks up another soulful dish for us to vibe out to. Rhythmic drums, lush keys, that signature bass line and a few ad-libs keeps the head in constant nod mode. This one's available come 1-24-12 on 7" LP, so if you're a vinyl collector or dj add this is one to your crates. Support it here.  

 Tall Black Guy - Love To The World

Darling Lure - Live From The Belly (TBG rmx)

Not taking anything away from the Midwest vibe (which I'm a huge fan of), but this joint sounds 90's East coast like a mutha. I absolutely love it! Tall Black Guy delivers this exclusive remix the only way he knows how - PURE DOPENESS! Alongside his cohorts, The Primeridian and fellow label mate, Adad, fresh of the heels of their Darling Lure debut, they keep it moving with this sure shot smash. The original "Live From the Belly" featured on The Primeridian's mixp3 "Da Crack a Dawn". Rock it 'til the end and peep how TBG easily blends the hypnotic horns played by Simeon Viltz to close the track out. And if this isn't enough for ya, mellow out to this ooh so smooth joint that I came across via GS. Amazing my dude!

"Darling Lure" available to purchase from itunes now!

Darling Lure - Live From the Belly (TBG rmx)

Tall Black Guy - The Special

Daru Jones - Rusic Soul-Hop Records Vol. (Remixes)...

Since the early nineties, remixes of records specifically in hip hop and R&B has become a very popular task. Some of the best producers would work their magic - most times on a joint that's already pretty funky only to make it even funkier. Well, a lot has changed within the music, but the tradition continues on and my dude, drummer/producer, Daru Jones does a pretty good job remixing some of my favorite joints on his Rusic Soul-Hop Records Vol. 1 "A Spirit & Soul​-​Hop Sampler '11 Prelude." Daru takes on artists such as Dwele, Sa-Ra, Bilal, Beyonce, Usher, Ameri and others, placing his creative live production to their vocals creating a sound so very different from the original. This project serves as a prelude to where Daru left of in 09' with Spirit & Soul Hop Sampler, so if you don't have that, you already know what to do. Check out two gems from the project below. I can't even front on how he reworked that Faith joint. Crazy! Sounds like something James Brown would've got up on. You killed it sun! 

Faith Evans - You Gets no Love (Sonny mix)

Beyonce - Broken Hearted Girl (Paradise mix)

Phonte - Not Here Anymore ft eLZHi

When Phonte announced at the beginning of the month that his much anticipated solo debut Charity Starts At Home will be dropping on September 27, mixed reactions where felt. Core fans (hip hop heads) said they don't want to hear the singing Phonte and others like myself, who appreciate his versatility expect a combination of both. Well to please both audiences, and smear a shit stain on the lips who said he went soft, Mr. Coleman "took it back to when he be in the park and rhymes 'til he couldn't see in the dark" over a fresh 9th Wonder vibe with his first single, "Not Here Anymore." He brings along the syllable sensei, Elzhi who always rips to close out this gem. And for those who were looking for Drake to complete the trio formed on Think Good Thoughts, you can only guess what the story was there. Would've been interesting to hear, but Phonte relies on merit and not on a big name feature. Either way, enjoy this banger and make sure to support Charity Starts At Home on 9/27. 

Phonte - Not Here Anymore ft eLZHi

Paul White - Trust ft. Guilty Simpson

With so much dope music releasing , it's almost to the point I have to give up a couple of meals to support everyone I'm diggin'. I'm already losing weight from stress; can't afford to give up another pound due to the music I love. The new Paul White album, Rapping With Paul White just dropped over the weekend, and it's a very interesting listen. The London based producer definitely has a sound that's unlike others. There are obvious Dilla influences when it comes to that spacey vibe, but Paul keeps his beats and overall production unique with no aim to replicate. Featuring vocals from Detroit emcees, Guilty Simpson, Marv Won and  Danny Boy in addition to Homeboy Sandman and a few others, Rapping With Paul White will capture the ears of the more eclectic listener.  Check out below one of the gems Paul has so graciously offered up for free.

Paul White - Trust ft. Guilty Simpson

Darling Lure - Melodic Healing

The long awaited album by Darling Lure (Primeridian and Tall Black Guy) is just weeks away from a release (Sept. 13th). This is big news people! Setting the bar very high with the trunk rattling gem titled "Melodic Healing," a personal favorite of mine Darling Lure is without a doubt going to continue to bring the heat as we prepare to exit this Summer. Dropping on All Natural Inc,  the 13 track set is filled with TBG's signature bass filled production and the insightful rhymes of Simeon (also on the horns) Viltz & Race. Make sure to mark your calendar - Sept 13th, and keep watch for more. Oh, wait 'til you hear "Let's Go" and "Change The Meridian." Shout outs to Shev Rock on vocals.

Darling Lure - Melodic Healing

D.Focis - Herman Gardens

I recently just heard of artist/producer, D.Focis, but he is not at all a stranger to the rap game. Hailing from Detroit, D.Focis is that lyrical dude you want to keep your ears tune to. He built up a name being a producer out in Tokyo, Japan where he held residency from 00'-07'. Upon returning to the states in 07' he continued to produce working with artists Bobby Creekwater, Donnis and Nappy Roots. Now ready to shine as an emcee - on his forthcoming The Herman Gardens Project, like many before, he chooses an assortment of J Dilla tracks as his soundtrack, but unlike others, he excels showing a true gift for putting words together in the most clearest and depictive way. I viewed all his videos today, and next to "Ugly Inside" this joint I really felt. Peep it for self, and stay connected. #TheHermanGardensProject coming soon.

Tall Black Guy - Therapy Chop Sessions EP

Now that Blogger's back up from whatever they were going through, let's get into some music. On the last episode of WSLE Soundscape Radio, super producer Tall Black Guy mentioned that he was working on some graphics for an EP he'd be putting out. Well, here it is! The Therapy Chop Sessions EP is a collection of 6 instrumentals combining hip hop, soul and jazz fusion style beats perfect for ridin' or just lounging. Inspired by The Beat Inn music collective, TBG is just revealing a sample of what's to come. For me, it was a toss up between the track below and "Enter (rain)" as my favorite, so peep "Blak & Mild" then head on over to his site, support his craft and establish your own favorite.

Tall Black Guy - Blak & Mild

WSLE Soundscape Radio: Tall Black Guy - Motown's Future Sound

Sit back and chill to the soulful and progressive sounds of one of my favorite producers. Detroit's own, Tall Black Guy makes beats that are sure to keep your head in constant nod mode. Tune in as I pick his brain about his production, his Giles Peterson feature and his future as a producer. Enjoy!

Tracklist:

Coultrain - Green (TBG rmx)
1773 - Contentment (instrumental)
Tall Black Guy - Breath & Air
Vanilla - Indigo Pulse (instrumental)
Malice & Mario Sweet - Speed of Light
Asen James - Mr. Soft Touch
Mr. Sobers - Hustle (instrumental)
Innosphere - Run to The Sun
Concept - Time’s Up (instrumental)
Crooklyn Dodgers (instrumental)
RUFIO - Like no Tomorrow (instrumental)
80’s Babies - I Wanna Talk to You
Diamond District - In The Ruff (instrumental)
Teebs - Bound Ball - (instrumental)
Eric Roberson - Tale of Two (Tall Black Guy rmx)
Wild Cookie - Touchy Touchy

Click here to download.

Black Milk - How Dare You

Black Milk returns with another heat rock from his forthcoming project, Album of the Year dropping on September 14th. From the onset of the sirens to the kick of the drum, and the air horn flurries, Black goes ballistic over the intoxicating head nodder and takes no prisoners on "How Dare You." Black is coming with a vengeance on this one! I'm sure this won't be the last leak from the album, so I'd advise you to stay up with him via his twitter. Support the real! 

myspace.com/blackmk

Black Milk - How Dare You