LayFullstop continues to build the hype for her forthcoming mixtape, with this latest video which came out today. Postcards is produced by Mr Hone and is taken from STiR, which is due for release in the not too distant future. Stay tune for more news on that when I have it.
Tag: Manchester
Cutterz: Sitting In The Dark
New music from Cutterz, as he paves the way for the release of his forthcoming album. A regular on the blog thanks to his work with the likes of Voodoo Black, Ellis Meade and Cheech, the Manchester DJ and producer has now found shelter at the always on-point Village Live label, where he will release his solo album at the start of next year. Sitting In The Dark serves as a fine amuse bouche for what else is in store and has already garnered attention from the likes of BBC 6 Music, which is never a bad thing. Stay tuned for more on the album as and when.
LayFullStop: Receipts
Always happy to welcome new music from LayFullStop into my life and this latest dose of melodic brilliance is exactly why. Heavier on the singing side than some of her previous tracks, Receipts features some beautifully woozy production from (Superbeats) and it’s lifted from Lay’s forthcoming mixtape, STiR. More news on that soon.
Cheech: Survival Tactics
A very welcome return to the blog by Cheech, as he seals off his recent hiatus with the promise of new music, including this latest single. Survival Tactics sees the Bluntskins MC teaming up with old partner in crime, Pro P, who is at the helm for the forthcoming album. Old Man Reefer is due for release on 15 January; more news on that soon.
Roots Raddix ft. Zz, The Slept On, LayFullStop, & Woddy Green: Flora
Superb sounds from Manchester collective Roots Raddix, as they bless us with their latest video. Flora features contributions from Zz, The Slept On, LayFullStop, & Woddy Green, with the whole thing reminiscent of those early conscious rap days. The track is produced by Mr Hone and it’s available to stream/download now from all the usual spots.
KinKai ft. Children of Zeus: Top Down
Sunshine in musical form, as KinKai unveils his new video for Top Down. The track is lifted from his recent album, A Pennies Worth, and features fellow Manny favourites, Children of Zeus. The end result is a blissed out and heavily soulful track, which is just begging to brighten up these grey days. Top Down is produced by Paya. A Pennies Worth is out now.
Chimpo: HIA (Stream)
New music from Manchester, as Chimpo releases his first solo LP on his recently established Box N Lock label. In true Chimpo style, HIA is an eclectic blend of styles, with the overarching electronic vibe complemented with bursts of live instrumentation. Plenty of switches in tempo too, from the more mellow cuts like the previously released single, Name Your Price, and the bluesy Rolla-assisted, Nothing Good, to the DnB rush of Get So Mad and the obscenely funky Like I Luv U; it’s a perfect reflection of the label as a whole and their ethos – go with what feels right. There are features too, including the aforementioned Rolla verse, plus appearances from DRS, Chunky and Slay. There is a stream available below and head to the label’s Bandcamp to cop a download. Continue reading “Chimpo: HIA (Stream)”
Voodoo Black: Sitting At The Table (Stream)
Fresh out today is the debut album from Manchester crew, Voodoo Black. I say crew, but the supergroup argument could also be valid, as they are made up of four already well established artists from the city. Consisting of MCs Sparkz, Ellis Meade and Dubbul O, as well as Cutterz on production, Voodoo Black have been making music together for years now, but this is their first full-length and it stands as the debut they deserve. Jazz is the dominant influence on the album and from the riffs of the titular opening track, to the punchy Jehst-assisted, Abracadamting, it’s the perfect backdrop for the lyrical styles on display, from four MCs who all possess a competency that puts them up there with the best the UK has to offer. As well as Jehst, there are some other choice features, including fellow Manny artist, LayFullStop, RLD favourite, Leaf Dog and street soul revivalist, EVABEE. You can hear the album for yourself below and there is also a new video for the title track, courtesy of Ellis Meade. Sitting At The Table is out now on Village Live. Continue reading “Voodoo Black: Sitting At The Table (Stream)”
Black Josh: Locals
Another very strong single from Black Josh and his upcoming Mannyfornia album, which is due for release in the near future. Locals sees the Blah MC teaming up once again with fellow LEVELZ affiliate and producer, Metrodome. More news on the album when I’ve got it.
Voodoo Black: Fizzy
Voodoo Black are due to release their debut album this month and yesterday they unveiled the lead single. The Manchester quartet – comprised of MCs Ellis Meade, Dubbul O and Sparkz, as well as producer, Cutterz – have been around for a while now, both as a crew and as individual artists, but this is the first full-length project they have put out. Fizzy is a smooth, jazzy introduction to the album, on which I can hear echoes of Green Light by Jonwayne. I’ve had the pleasure of hearing the rest of the album and I can confirm it is the debut they deserve. Stay tuned for more on that nearer the release date, which is due on 27 March via Village Live. The video for Fizzy was made by Ellis Meade on location in Sofia and Manchester.
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