Artists Against Apartheid (Bay Area) by Various
“Culture is not separate from politics. It is where politics lives and breathes. Culture shapes how we see the world, […]
“I didn’t have to explain my African sound.” Interview with Piwai
Piwai blends traditional rhythms from her native Zimbabwe with contemporary soul, jazz, and R&B to craft a sound unique here […]
“I’m really hoping that the Bay rediscovers the Funk.” Interview with Kevin O’Dea of The Grease Traps
The Grease Traps are an eight-piece funk and soul group based in Oakland. Made up of rare funk 45 record […]
Maximalist Minimalisms, Vol 1 by Reed Michaels
What makes an album like Donuts by J Dilla so supremely relistenable? It's the beats. The rhythms. The breaks. Tapping […]
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Our favorite music from the Bay Area in 2024 [S-4]
It's here! All the best music from the Bay Area in 2024. Or at least the best of everything we […]
Everything Must Change by Mild Universe
Mild Universe wants you to feel good. That’s as evident in their live shows as it is in this record—ten […]
Un-Covered Vol. 5; Nigeria, Jamaica & Beyond by Jazz Mafia
"As we touch down in America, we find ourselves immersed in a rich musical tapestry that has evolved over centuries […]
PLAY BAD BUNNY EDITS by Maitre D
You're not sick of Bad Bunny yet, right? You're not allowed to be. He's the reigning king of the music […]
Akousmatikous by salami rose joe louis
“I am enamored with the concept of listening to a sound when we don’t know the source. The act of […]
“Akousmatikous” by Salami Rose Joe Louis ft. Soccer96
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAW4Sp6fitY “I am enamored with the concept of listening to a sound when we don’t know the source. The act […]