Karizma - A Mind Of Its Own V2.0 - The Upgrade
After setting 2007 alight with his award winning debut solo album ÒA Mind Of Its OwnÓ Karizma returns with the highly anticipated sequel: ÒA Mind Of Its Own- Version 2.0 The UpgradeÓ!
Karizma continues to defy categorization as he moves between his customarily ferocious club bangers through down-tempo burners, atmospheric soundtracks and even smoothed out soul with featured vocalists Monique Bingham, Fruity and Djinji Brown on rap duty. The digital version includes exclusive tracks with 4- Hero and Taylor Mcferrin.
KarizmaÕs trademark fusion of raw electronic grooves transcend through the house, broken, dubstep and so called Ôfunky houseÕ scenes, his raw style influencing beatmakers across the genres.
Karizma has been putting in the work in 2008 tearing up dancefloors the world over from the far-east, throughout Europe and coast to coast in the U.S. In That time he produced over 20 tracks for this album, (additional tracks available digitally) not to mention remixes for numerous artists including 4 Hero, Osunlade and Dennis FerrerÕs Objektivity label.
On ÒA Mind Of Its Own V2.0 The UpgradeÓ Karizma has raised the bar once again as he continues to find new ways to rock clubs, cars and headphones worldwide.
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Karizma - Neccessarry Maddness
This is the first single to be taken from Karizma's new album, "A Mind Of Its Own V2.0-The Upgrade" and contains two of the hottest club bangers from the new selection.
ÒNeccessarry MadnessÓ has KarizmaÕs trademark power drum programming and raw bassline as the track builds from sparse elements into a killer throbbing groove that will destroy any dancefloor.
The flip-side, ÒDrumz NightmareÓ sees Karizma once again pushing the boundaries of dance music with an atmospheric, electronic, percussive soundscape, using sparse elements to create an eerie mood while providing reasons to move your body.
On ÒA Mind Of Its Own V2.0 The UpgradeÓ Karizma has raised the bar once again as he continues to find new ways to rock clubs, cars and headphones worldwide.
This 12Ó reminds us why Karizma is considered one of the most creative and influential producers currently working in dance music.
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Rich Medina & Bobbito - The Connection Vol.1 12" Sampler
This limited edition 12" Sampler contains four hott tracks from The Connection Vol.1". All the tracks on here are either very rare or previously unavailable on vinyl. Grab while you can!!!
ALBUM LAUNCH BOAT-PARTY ON 12TH APRIL ON THE THAMES WITH BOBBITO & RICH MEDINA!!! LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM www.ticketweb.co.uk
CHECK THE PODCAST @: www.r2records.co.uk/theconnection
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Rich Medina & Bobbito - The Connection Vol.1
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The Connection: Modern Explorations In Afro-Beat & Afro- Latin is the vision of Rich Medina and Bobbito Garcia. The two are considered amongst the worldÕs most progressive club DJs, having provided Hip Hop, Dance, and Rare Groove to dancers for 40+ years combined.
In the last decade, they have each fostered intense followings for specific genres and sounds. In Big Richs case, its been Afro Beat/Funk/Jazz and World Soul. The multi-talented poet/producer/songwriters eight-year-old JUMP N FUNK Fela Kuti Tribute Party is widely recognized as the very best of its kind, as he has at times carried that movement on his back and been largely responsible for the current revival of the original Black President. Similarly, Hip Hop radio legend and former Vibe Magazine columnist Kool Bob Loves mission has been to expose rare Latin Jazz/Funk/Soul/Breaks at his award-winning VINYL IS FOREVER monthly at APT (NYC), as well as at the bi-coastal FANIA RECORDS TRIBUTE annual gigs.
Close friends since 1990, Rich and Bob started spinning together in 97, and have branded their musical journeys at their HAPPY FEET party to the great pleasure of crowds worldwide. An inspired competition exists between them to outdo the other by introducing underexposed tunes. The Connection allows for others to share that joy that goes on in their DJ booth. This compilation represents their passion for the rhythm that runs through us all, as well as the respect and love they have for each other. We hope that it connects you to your ancestors, or maybe just neighbors across the street, and way beyond
ALBUM LAUNCH BOAT-PARTY ON 12TH APRIL ON THE THAMES WITH BOBBITO & RICH MEDINA!!!
FOR MORE INFO, SOUNDCLIPS & PODCAST CHECK: www.r2records.co.uk/theconnection
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Floating Points - Love Me Like This
Every once in a while a producer comes along with a refreshed approach to making a style of music that we are already familiar with, be it house, hip hop, jazz or soul. Some try hard to make a difference, others just have a fortunate knack.
It would be unfair to say that the intricate and deeply woven beats of 22 year old Floating Points have acquired a special something simply through chance or luck. An accomplished pianist since the age of 16, Sam Sheppard aka Floating Points has been creating soulful compositions for quite some time.
Wearing his influences clearly on his sleeve the London based producer draws inspiration from Sun Ra and Dorothy Ashby just as much as he does Dj Premier or Theo Parrish.
Before even putting a record out FTPS had already solidified support from the likes of Benji B, Gilles Peterson and Mary Anne Hobbes... amongst others. Through giving out a handful of remixes and original tracks Mr Points is beginning to cause quite a stir, one of the records in question is the early 80's influenced 'Love Me Like This', with itÕs synthed out, kick driven groove, equipped with deep bass and a warm house party feel.
The flip-side sees Floating Points get electronic with the future hip-hop/soul track ÒShangrilaÓ that has also been getting extensive play by tastemakers across the airwaves.
The anticipation around this release is reaching critical levels- Floating Points has arrived!
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