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The date is drawing near (February 28th) for the release of the highly anticipated Black Radio by the Robert Glasper Experiment. I've heard about five tracks thus far and each one has confirmed for me how great this album is going to be once I get to experience the full disc. Currently, Robert Glasper and indabamusicare conducting a remix contest for the lead single "Move Love" ft King. I've heard several up to date - very dope ones at that, but the newest comes from non other than my dude, Tall Black Guy. With this remix, TBG blends elements of his singnature sound (bass heavy) along with some broken beat styled drums and some special effects to the vocals all perfectly arranged and executed easily bringing this remix to the forefront of the competition. I'm not quite sure how the winner will be selected; I didn't see anything regarding a voting process on the site. Whatever the case be, I wish all the best to TBG because I believe in his ability to create something magical. Listen below, and enjoy!
New music from Tall Black Guy is always a good thing. This time around, the super producer lays down a very different and interesting sound than what I've come to know from him. Slowing down the tempo and grudging out the sound - Bilal's "Free" gets a very alternative rework that both Bilal and producer, Nottz would be very proud of. This is just a taste of some new freshness to come, so keep watch for more. TBG is just getting warmed up for 2012.
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.
My girl, ReneeDion came through yesterday to bless us all with a little Halloween treat. Not that it's just for the day, and mind the fact I'm a day late, but the track was appropriately suited for the occasion. With the go ahead from Tall Black Guy, Renee lends her sultry vocals to his TBG vs Michael Jackson's Thriller remix. I've witnessed before with Eric Roberson's "Past Paradise," the unique way Renee takes a song and flips it to make it her own, and that is what she has accomplished once again with Michael Jackson's major classic "Thriller." Her last project, "The City That Sleeps" is still available for free download here. Please show your support and check her out.
Earlier this year, Seattle, Washington based husband & wife duo, Malice & Mario Sweet gave to the world their Happy 2 Year EP as an introduction to their work. The lead single, "Speed of Light," produced by none other than my dude, Tall Black Guy showcased one dimension of the couples soulful/good feeling vibe. Now several months later, the three unite once more to bring a very cool & sexy type joint entitled "Love and Friendship" off their new release, Happy Two Year: Deluxe Edition. As you can see from the video, the couple share their relationship and what they do while out on tour with The Physics and Blue Scholars.
Along with the gems from the first installment, Malice & Mario have included the new TBG single and three remixes for you to delight in. Show your support for good music on itunes or on bandcamp. #Happy2Year again!
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!
In the 95' hip hop classic, "Survival of the Fittest" by Mobb Deep, Prodigy leads off by stating "There's a war going on outside/no man is safe from..." and although he was talking about life in the streets, these words couldn't be any truer when looking at the war being fought within the music industry. Entertainers of all facets are faced with the evils that exits throughout, and sadly to those on the outside who admire the glitz and glamour - it's not so very appealing. And since so many of the popular ones are leaders along with radio and media programming praying on the minds of children and adults alike, there grows a cultish like community that seems sometimes unavoidable and impenetrable.
Having said that, there are forces of good putting in work to set a new standard and give the world something of substance. In steps the three man collective known as Darling Lure. Now if you're a fan of this blog or frequent from time to time, you'll find quit a few posts about producer, Tall Black Guy. The architect behind the soundscapes of Eighties Babies, BlacKeys/Circle of BlacKeys a plethora of instrumental projects and remixes, and now the mastermind behind the boards contributing to the illustrative verbal paintings of emcees Race & Simeon Viltz of The Primeridian.
Yesterday (9-13-11) marked the release of their self-titled debut album, Darling Lure - an assorted gem filled collection of 13 tracks addressing good times, spirituality, Chicago life, attack of the "real", domestic relations and much more. Joined by a few Chicago comrades and other respected artists from cities beyond, Darling Lure presents a cohesive project with the perfect balance of hypnotic beats and substantial rhymes to have the album in heavy rotation.
Since yesterday up 'til now, I haven't listened to anything else (w/the exception of some meditation music). I did that primarily to be able to review the album without bias. Now don't expect a breakdown of each song cause opinions will surely vary. But let me just start with the "Intro in The Mornin'" which opens the album with a highly interesting thought. Over what I think was inspired by the beat of Anthony David's, "Let me in," (maybe not), Tall Black Guy inserts two audio clips from a pastor and another speaker who both reveal a particular practice seriously plaguing pop culture - backwards and encoded messages that find way into the listeners subconscious causing them to believe or act out in ways not typical of ones normal behavior. Sounds strange? Well, it can also be very disturbing when you hear or see these messages played out for self. This intro sets the tone which in turn leads Race and Simeon to confront these practices without apology.
On tracks like "Change The Meridian" Race fires off on these candy land rappers who rhyme of false lifestyles stating: "Shell toes the only time you seen shells bro/and hell no these dudes and criminal or poppin' pistols the only time they pop lead/they was young poppin' pencils." No need to say names; just pick any one of your favorites and the sentiment fits. "Hang on" speaks to people of all life's and encourages them to hold on to those valuable lessons learned amidst the ignorance and wicked forever surrounding them.
Halfway through the contents lighten up a bit, bringing us to the stressless narrative, Whistle While You Work - the current fun spirited single from the project. You can peep the video for it here. Wasting no time shifting back to a more serious note, "Trust" ft. ADaD & G.G, with it's creepy like production touches on predators of innocent women and men who physically and mentally instill fear and harm upon them through various deceitful measures, but also to trust in God and the greatness you envision.
Closing out the album is "Love Hurts," a short tale of how a connection between two was formed right up 'til the time when things go wrong and trust is lost. Sad? Yes, but the jazzy vibe Tall Black Guy produces eases the pain one may feel as they travel down the path of their lost love.
Coming in at right about 50 minutes, I assure you, you will not be disappointed. Darling Lure is a great debut pairing two of the dopest indie emcees with an equally dope producer whose soul purpose is to bring quality and sincerity to a genre and market lead by quantity and deception. Give it a listen and support these brothers.
Darling Lure - Take U There ft Yaw, Iomos Marad & Uncle Imani of The Pharcyde
The 2nd leak from the forthcoming Darling Lure album, "Whistle While you Work"is a tale portraying the respective lives of two men on their journey to work and who are trying to move stress-free throughout all the negatives that arise within the day. Darling Lure will be dropping Sept. 13th on All Natural Inc.
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.
I'd heard about the Roy Ayers Project some time ago, but wasn't really certain as to what it was about. Well, today I'm a bit more clear. From the looks of the video, the project will be a documentary aimed at celebrating the works and influences of great jazz/soul musician, Roy Ayers. From as early as I can remember his classic, "Sunshine" has been one of his greatest works to get sampled and reworked by a number of artists: Brand Nubian, Masta Ace, Mary J Blige, Common, Trendz of Culture and more. What's so great about this video is director and producer Haylow Overby recognizes the talents of my dude Tall Black Guy. That's his vibe providing the backdrop! Big ups to TBG for reaching new levels every time.
Those who follow me, already know I'm a big fan of Tall Black Guy Productions, so it goes without question to post something new of his whenever he drops. This time around, TBG puts his signature bass heavy - uptempo ladened groove to work over the vibe of Philly native and current DC resident, Temika Moore. This is my first time ever hearing of Temika, and I'm thankful for the put on. Temika has the vocals of a strong jazz vocalist who's able to command your attention as she delivers each note of the song. Peep the remix below, then check the original here.
Fresh off his recently released Therapy Chop Sessions EP, my dude Tall Black Guy serves up another beat heavy project, Hollyweird 2. As I write this, I'm streaming the project and yo, it's just what I expected - Bangers! Although I've heard a couple of these joints already (2 lol!), TBG truthfully has yet to disappoint me. DL your copy of Hollyweird 2.0 and if you don't have Hollyweird, be sure to peep that as well. Check the featured gem below, then partake in the delightfulness known as Hollyweird.
Tall Black Guy - Golden Sun (Tribute to Blackalicious)
My peeps, Chaka B sent this over to me several hours earlier, but due to my internet flippin' out, I'm just now getting to post it. Tall Black Guy strikes again (as usual) with a lush chill remix to the already dope vibe from DJ Vadim Presents: The Electric. What a perfect groove for those summer days that's soon to heat up yours and my city. Be sure to check out The Electric's debut, Life is Moving. Consisting of Chi-town emcee, Pugs Atomz, UK soul-stress Sabira Jade and Brooklyn's, DJ Vadim the trio serves as messengers depicting every day experiences over well crafted production. I don't have the album, but from what I previewed, it sounds nice!
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.
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
Everyday a new artist is on the rise, and Just Jay is next up ready to make his presence. Backed by an ill Tall Black Guy track, Just Jay fills the infectious bassline with straight forward, raw lyricism and emotion. "Sonic Controller" is featured on his soon to be released solo album "Livin on Borrowed Beats." Check the soulful "Going All In," also produced by Tall Black Guy.
New music from new found artists - hailing from Seattle, Wa, husband and wife team - Malice & Mario Sweet prepares us for their upcoming Happy Two Year Ep with this high energy Tall Black Guy produced gem. Everything about this track says greatness. The vybe reminds me of The Foreign Exchange, and the production is very different from previous works from TBG. Get into this joint and, make sure to build with them on twitter.
Tall Black Guy is one of my favorite upcoming producers that understands the craft of making good music. Along with some new visuals this remix gives the original a power boost. Like Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince's "Summertime," this joint will definitely get the summertime spin for years to come.
Tall Black Guy is at it again with a dope remix to an already dope song from the remarkable Coultrain. Peep how he flips the vintage soul feel of "Green" and makes it bang in the club. Both Tall Black Guy and Coultrain have new projects out. Get them both. They're dope and free!
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