Tribute to CURTIS MAYFIELD – Mixed & Selected by Kobal
Curtis Mayfield (born June 3, 1942, died December 26, 1999) was an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer, and one of the most influential musicians behind Soul and politically conscious African-American music. He first achieved success and recognition with The Impressions during the civil rights movement of the late 1950s …
Prefuse 73 Turns His Ear To Modern Minimalism
Guillermo Herren, more commonly known as Prefuse 73, has been making his totally unique brand of experimental Electronic music for close to two decades. Prefuse 73 started releasing music in the early 2000s during a time when people were just starting to experiment with the tempos and tools of ’90s …
CoOp Presents: “Selectors Assemble Vol. 3”
With the third installment of the “Selectors Assemble” EPs put out by label bosses IG Culture and Alex Phountzi, the quality bar remains high… real high. This collection of more than capable producers showcases the current interpretation of the West London movement and how it now informs the London Bruk …
The Genius Of Tourist Kid’s “Crude Tracer”
“Crude Tracer” is Tourist Kid’s second full length album and first release with Melody As Truth. Tourist Kid pulls together disparate glitches and sound bites – items that on the surface wouldn’t readily seem fit for each other, and is able to make these unlikely pairings sound as if they …
Chromatic Festival Mix Series 2018
Started in 2009 by MASSIVart, Chromatic Montreal is above all a generator of cultural experiences. Whether visual, sound, or digital, they aim to celebrate the arts in all their forms, giving free rein to everyone’s sensibilities and interpretations. Throughout the year, the team deploys a series of events that promote …
Exclusive Premiere: The Magnificent Tape Band “Danger”
Recorded entirely on vintage analogue recording equipment packed into a disused garage in Leeds, the LP features the vocal talents of Gospel-inspired Soul singer Rachel Modest. Taken from The Magnificent Tape Band‘s forthcoming debut LP “The Subtle Art Of Distraction”, ‘Danger’ is a heavy slice of Soul that is held down …
MIMS Radio Live Sessions – S02E07
We had some fantastic interviews for Episode 7 of MIMS Radio presented by the Phi Centre! On the phone we had Daedelus, one of the pioneers of LA’s now infamous Beat Scene, to discuss his album “Taut” and the music industry at large. Montreal Soul singer Fredy V joined us …
Bonbon Kojak – Chromatic Festival Mix Series
Bonbon Kojak’s story begins in his birthplace, the Congo. Rocked by Congolese music in his childhood, Bonbon Kojak always seemed to gravitate towards rhythm and sound. He later decided to move to Johannesburg where he studied music in its many different forms. After arriving in Montreal, he became an active …
Akpossoul – Chromatic Festival Mix Series
Akpossoul, also known as Gabe Price, is a Montreal based DJ/Producer originally from Lyon, France. Active for the past four years, he has been associated with MTL’s finest house DJs such as Godfather D, Soph-eye Richard, Jojo Flores and Esan Ellis with whom he co-created and co-animated in 2015, A …
99 Wolves – Chromatic Festival Mix Series
Montreal duo 99 Wolves, formed by ELMNT & Moses Belanger, took shape in 2015 when they decided to unite their musical worlds. Known for their eclectic productions as well as their energetic live performances, the duo has managed to get positive results in their respective circles. 99 Wolves will be …
Nick & Astro’s Guide To The Galaxy
Comprised of Vancouver producers and multi-instrumentalists Nick Wisdom and AstroLogical, Canadian duo Potatohead People boast a number of noteworthy accolades thanks to a their signature sound drawing influences from ’90s Boom-Bap, Future Soul, classic Jazz, Deep House and Boogie / Funk. Beginning with a series of EPs, including their landmark …
Teleseen “The Emotional Life Of Savages” (Goldmin Records)
African rhythms, Latin heat and otherworldly electronics collide like neurons, processed through a New York state of mind. Teleseen’s Jazz background combined with a love for House and Techno are ingrained in the grooves. Also key is the Samba, Baile Funk and MPB that inspired him while living in Rio …