Blog Entries tagged 'Alternative'

Key West Africana Festival June 13-June 18

afroblew@hotmail.com — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:00:00 +0100

The Key West Africana Festival kicks of tomorrow June 13 in Key West, Florida. The festival promotes Music, Art, and Exploring Afro-Caribbean Culture within Key West during a three-day destination retreat (June 13th-16th) focusing on Thought, Culture and Wellness within the African [...]

Another Morpheus Soul Pod-Cast

afroblew@hotmail.com — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 05:00:00 +0100

On this weeks edition, DJ Johnny Rebel smooth sails to beats, rhymes and life with guaranteed future classics from Omar, Tall Black Guy, Moonchild, Eric Lau, Dezaray Dawn, John Robinson, R.A. The Rugged Man, 8thW1, The Brand New Heavies, Aceyalone, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Action Bronson, Tawiah, Freddie Joachim, Zbonics, DJ Premier, Thaione Davis, D’Angelo, Spec Boogie, Diggs Duke, Anthony David, Little Brother & Zo!...Dopeness!!

Handbook-Rare Ivory

afroblew@hotmail.com — Fri, 31 May 2013 05:00:00 +0100

Rare Ivory by Handbook

Rare Ivory is Brit-producer Handbook's latest piano-driven offering...Sweet!!

The Bullitts-"They Die By Dawn"

afroblew@hotmail.com — Wed, 29 May 2013 05:00:00 +0100

"They Die By Dawn" is the western-themed visual from the Bullitts. Featuring Yasiin Bey, Jay Electronica & Lucy Liu, "They Die By Dawn" is from the forthcoming album: They Die By Dawn & Other Short Stories. What a dope concept video!!

Gary Clark Jr. – “Numb”

afroblew@hotmail.com — Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 +0100

"Numb" is the latest visual from Gary Clark Jr. I absolutely love the guitar riff(s) on this track!!

Theophilus London - "Rio" (feat. Menahan Street Band)"

afroblew@hotmail.com — Wed, 08 May 2013 05:00:00 +0100

""Rio" feat. Menahan Street Band is the latest visual from Theophilus London. The video is directed by Tim Cruz
and shot on location at The Jane Hotel and Milk Studios in New York.

DJ Day - "VQ"

afroblew@hotmail.com — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 +0100

"VQ" is the second visual from Dj Day's new album Land Of 1000 Chances on Piecelock 70. Shot by award winning Director/Cinematographer Erick Lee (shootlife.net), this video is the second in a 3 part series that takes the viewer on a surreal visual journey through California, continuing here in the Coachella Valley as the lead struggles to find his place amongst it all. The track features Kenneth Belcher on Electric Guitar and Kat010 on Keys and the skateboarding was shot at Palm Springs Ska [...]

YellowStraps x Le Motel - Pollen

afroblew@hotmail.com — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:00:00 +0100

"Pollen" is the latest visual from vocalist YellowStraps and producer Le Motel. I dig this track. I love that trippy, electronic sound. Belgium, what's good??? #Salute

The Life of Lawrence Bowens

afroblew@hotmail.com — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:00:00 +0100

The Life of Lawrence Bowens is a personal and candid glimpse into the heart, soul and mind of one the music industry's best kept secrets. Born and raised in the Hunting Park section of Philadelphia, Lawrence aka "L" never thought for a second that he would be the "go to" guy to some of the most elite names in music such as NERD, Common and Erykah Badu. Still clothed in humility, generosity and a passion to be the best, "L" is not only a professional; but THE MAN! And to think, homie was abo [...]

Another Morpheus Soul Pod-Cast

afroblew@hotmail.com — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 05:00:00 +0100

It's Saturday and it's that time of the week to raise the anchor once again and set sail on another smooth cruise aboard the good ship Morpheus. Please have your boarding passes ready and be prepared to be edutained for over two hours with simply the best in progressive soul & hip-hop.

On this special edition of your favourite artists, favourite pod-cast, I pay tribute to the late, great Don Blackman who sadly passed away last Thursday and will be sorely missed by family, friends an [...]

Azealia Banks - Yung Rapunxel (Explicit)

afroblew@hotmail.com — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 05:00:00 +0100

"Yung Rapunxel" is the latest visual from Azelia Banks. As usual, sister girl takes risk visually and lyrically on this one. #GreatArt #PushArtisticBoundaries.

The Brand New Heavies feat N'Dea Davenport - "Sunlight"

afroblew@hotmail.com — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 05:00:00 +0100

"Sunlight", released 15th April, is the funky new single from the forthcoming The Brand New Heavies album Forward which is released on 6th May 2013...What an awesome video!!

Live @ The Boiler Room w/Sound of the City feat. Zo!

afroblew@hotmail.com — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 05:00:00 +0100

Zo! of +FE Music visits The Boiler Room and speaks to Precious Joubert about his impending album release, then takes a moment to perform a few songs with the band. Precious did her thing, and the homie Zo! is a beast on the keys!!!

Charles Bradley-"Strictly Reserved for You"

afroblew@hotmail.com — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 +0100

What you know about soul??? OG Charles Bradley represents on "Strictly Reserved for You" from the upcoming album, Victim of Love, out April 2nd, 2013. The retro throwback visual works perfectly too!! Director Homer Steinweiss really captured the mood and tone of the track. Charles Bradley is the man!!! #Salute

Rich White Ladies-"White Powder Perm"

afroblew@hotmail.com — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:00:00 +0100

"White Powder Perm" is an interesting visual from the duo Rich White Ladies, which consists of Tokyo Diiva and Scotty Rebel. Interesting song and video...Anywho..."White Powder" bangs.

A Morpheus Soul Pod-Cast

afroblew@hotmail.com — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 05:00:00 +0100

This Morpheus Soul podcast features Ghostface Killah, Maestro Fresh Wes, P.SO the Earth Tone King, Bishop Nehru, Proh Mic, J-Live, Fayth Hope, The Rongetz Foundation, The Foreign Exchange, Stan Smith, DJ Vadim, Sole Grunt, Nicola Kramer, Substantial, Big Brooklyn Red, and Amalia. This joint is FIYA!!!

Leron Thomas-"Blush"

afroblew@hotmail.com — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 06:00:00 +0100

"Blush" is the latest video from Leron Thomas. The throwback, retro footage really works!! Nice song!!

Simon SMTHNG-Kami No Itte

afroblew@hotmail.com — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 05:00:00 +0100

Kami No Itte by Simon SMTHNG

Kami No Itte is the latest (Japanese anime-themed) project from Charlotte-producer

Another Morpheus Soul Pod-Cast

afroblew@hotmail.com — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 05:00:00 +0100

The homie DJ Johnny Rebel drops another crazy podcast for your weekend listening pleasure!! This one features a few gems from the brand new +FE Music: The Reworks album. The Connoisseurs Corner goes Back II Back with classic songs from Seawind & Kimiko Kasai plus more tasty hip-hop joints, "a dash of broken beat heaven and a Matrix of Morpheus Soul with music featuring Philip Owusu, Elbee Thrie, Grynch, Tanya Morgan, Darryl Reeves, Trek Life, Joey Bada$$, Mecca:83, Substantial, Talib Kweli, [...]

Miguel - "Candles In The Sun"

afroblew@hotmail.com — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 05:00:00 +0100

"It's so easy to ignore what's right in front of us sometimes. I wanted to create a song and visual that addressed my everyday concerns of life as I know it in the world that we live in," says Miguel of "Candles in the Sun." Veering from the sensual, bedroom grooves of his Billboard-topping hit singles, the artist trades bedsheets and candlelight for the church and the streets in his newest track, showing versatility and willingness to ponder both spiritual and social issues. New and premie [...]