What's good?

I see that this here blog is getting a lot of daily traffic. That's fantastic.

You know what would be even more fantastic? If all of you would leave some input on what you would like to see here. I have to admit, I haven't been up to di time with all of the new reggae and dancehall coming out, so posting the newest, freshest cuts up here is out of the picture.

Any requests for some oldies but goodies? Any other suggestions? Don't leave your comments as "Annonymous" either. All of those comments will be discarded. It's the internets. Not like I can reach through your monitor and choke you (or could I...) lol.

All About Dancing.

It's been almost a year. What's good everyone! Just wanted to post a "blast from the past" track up.

2004's "All About Dancing" by Tony Matterhorn is a dancehall classic now. Filo's (rip) used to go nuts when this was dropped and repeatedly pulled up at Federation's Kenny Meez' Sunday party. Everyone knew the dances. So much fun.

I was surprised that I couldn't find this version of it on the internets. Well, enjoy.

*EDIT*

I want to apologize for my earlier post stating that the benefit for Randy was scheduled for tonight, July 22.

It clearly states on the flyer that it is scheduled for next week, the 29th.

Again, I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. It's been a long week. Not a lot of sleep and long days into nights are taking their toll on my brain. Looking forward to a full 8 hours of sleep tonight.

RIP Randy Flash

Last night, Monday, July 19, Randy "Flash" Miller passed away. Randy was in the hospital in critical condition after suffering a gunshot wound to the chest the previous Thursday, July 15th at a party.

I can't believe he is gone. I had run into him about a month ago at the Chinatown bus station in Philadelphia. We were both waiting for the 6:30 am bus to NYC. It was great catching up and talking shop. Sad to think that that was the last time I was to see him.

A memorial event is taking place this Thursday, July 22, from 6pm-2am at Octo (221 N. Columbus Blvd. aka Delaware Ave., Philadelphia). Admission is $20 and all proceeds are going to the Randall Miller Memorial Fund.

THIS WEDNESDAY 7/21! SoundLib in Brooklyn!

Check me out this Wednesday in Brooklyn:


Sound Liberation Front + buhbOmp + The BRMG + Rappers I Know present:

[[ SOUNDLIB WEDNESDAYS ]]

WEDNESDAY | 21 JUL 2010 | 9p-1a | NO COVER | No dress code

@ Moe’s
80 Lafayette Ave
Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY, 11217
718.797.9536 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 718.797.9536 end_of_the_skype_highlighting

C to Lafayette Ave / G to Fulton St
Also within walking distance from the Atlantic Ave station (B-Q-2-3-4-5 trains)

maps: google | hopstop

/// This week's SOUNDLIB will feature the Bronx's double L, a founding member of G13 Sound International who made a name for himself over the past decade spinning hip-hop, reggae and dancehall at parties and clubs as part of Philly's reputed DJ scene.

A classically trained musician with a love for music across genres, double L's range extends well beyond the usual party fare. Lately, he's been showcasing his diverse tastes and mixes through two music blogs: Nite Cap Selections (http://nitecapselections.blogspot.com), focusing on downtempo and soul; and, In Your Blood Clot Face (http://bloodclotface.blogspot.com), dedicated to reggae, dancehall and soca.

We're excited to have him demonstrate some of that musical versatility in person on the decks at SOUNDLIB this week.

DJ LIL TIGER will also be in the place with his trademark selections of soul (new and old), funk, Hip-Hop, afrobeat, reggae and much more.

As always, the party is FREE all night. We start and end EARLY (9pm-1am), so we won't keep you out too late. Hope to see you there. ... ///

featuring:

[[ DOUBLE L ]]
( Nite Cap Selections, In Your Blood Clot Face )
www.facebook.com/doubleLdj

and resident:

[[ DJ LIL TIGER ]]
( --=(] buhbOmp [)=--, Sound Liberation Front, touch&feel:radio, Soular Grooves )

+ facebook event page
+ going.com: www.going.com/soundlib_jul21
+ eventful: bit.ly/bxqReq
+ culturemob: bit.ly/cyCBSp
+ upcoming: bit.ly/9A8ezJ
+ coopr8: bit.ly/aW64wI

more info:
+ www.buhbomp.com/updates/?p=4320

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SOUND LIBERATION FRONT is a Brooklyn-based non-profit organization devoted to the power of music as a socially liberating and unifying cultural force. More importantly, we want to liberate your ass on the dancefloor. Our previous productions include the Sound Liberation Festival '09 in Brooklyn and the Soundlib parties at Moe's in Fort Greene.

+ check out the SLF Blog: www.soundliberation.org
+ Join the SLF movement: www.facebook.com/soundliberation

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Satta Massagana.

CLASSIC! Big big big classic tune. Originally recorded for Studio One back in 1969, "Satta Massagana" (Ahmaric for "give thanks") has become, in a way, a Rasta hymn.

This is the version from 1976 and is featured on the album of the same name.

The Abyssinians "Satta Massagana"

Respect.

Here's a selection from the late Notorious BIG's first LP, 1994's "Ready To Die". Featured on this track is Diana King.

03/09/1997 RIP BIG.

Notorious BIG f/Diana King "Respect"

Phenominal.

This is a selection from the "Double Jeopardy" riddim. "Double Jeopardy" was actually co-produced by dancehall songstress Ce'Cile and Cordell "Scatta" Burrell (of "Coolie Dance" riddim fame) and was in the early numbers of Greensleeves riddim albums (lucky #13, in fact).

I remember Alozade as being an incarcerated deejay (waaay before Jah Cure). As a matter of fact, this guy had a whole riddim produced in support of him being released from prison way back in 1999 ("Bondage" riddim, a 1-drop riddim released as a "Riddim Driven" LP on VP Records.).

This was a stand-out track on a "Double Jeopardy" run I had on an old mix CD I copped from West Philly's Enforcer records back in the '02 (I can't remember who's mix it was for the life of me.......large up Billy Banton and the entire Enforcer crew!!!).

Alozade "Phenominal"

Trod Mt. Zion

Roots & Culture.

One of my favorites from Sizzla's 2002 LP "Da Real Thing".

Sizzla "Trod Mt. Zion"

People's Choice.

Big tune!

Ray Darwin "People's Choice"

Virtuous Woman

Here's a throwback! Big big tune from Warrior King on the "Zion Gate" riddim circa 2001/'02.

Warrior King "Virtuous Woman"

Ghetto Red Hot

Classic from the Don Dada Super Cat.

"Ghetto Red Hot"
Watch the music video

nite cap selections.

I'm taking this opportunity to announce t he launch of "Blood Clot Face's" sister blog, "nite cap selections."

"nite cap selections" is focused on Downtempo music. I use Downtempo as a general classification of music of all genre's that give a general sense of relaxation and happiness. Downtempo is also great vibes for the bedroom.

I chose the name "nite cap selections" after a few CD compilations I made under my DJ alias, "SilkeeSmoov", years ago when I was still working at Armand's Records in Philadelphia.

Mixes are also in the works for this project, so please feel free to check it out. I'm always open to feedback, so please email me with any suggestions. (doubleLp4@gmail.com)

DOH

One of my favorites from 2007-08.

Serani/Bugle "DOH"

Good Life.

Here's some rub-a-dub lover's 1-drop action for that love hangover from this past Valentine's weekend.

Cocoa Tea "Good Life"