R.I.P LADY "T"

Teena Marie, a celebrated R&B singer-songwriter, was found dead Sunday at her California home, her manager said.

Born Mary Christine Brockert in Santa Monica, California, the 54-year-old artist famously paired with late funk legend Rick James and was nominated four times for a Grammy Award, according to her official website.

Marie was found dead by her daughter after apparently dying in her sleep, manager Mike Gardner said.

"Teena was a black voice trapped in a white body," said Cathy Hughes, founder of Radio One, a broadcasting company that targets African-American and urban listeners. "I would always tell her that she was one of the greatest vocalists of our time."

Among her songs were "Lovergirl," "Portuguese Love," "Ooo La La La," and "I'm a Sucker for Your Love."

While no cause of death has been released, the singer's publicist Lynn Jeter said that Marie suffered a grand mal seizure -- a neurological event, marked by loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions, according to the Mayo Clinic -- a month ago.

"Luckily, someone was there," Jeter said of that seizure. "The ambulance took her to the hospital, and on the way she had another seizure."

The publicist said that she had a "great" conversation on Saturday with Marie, who told her that she was excited about heading to Atlanta to perform this week -- in what would have been her first performance since the seizure.

Marie sang under various record labels, including Motown, Epic, Stax Records and Cash Money Classics, since bursting on the scene as a 19-year-old, according to her website. Her last studio album, Congo Square, featured several collaborations.

Eddie Levert, founder of the vocal group The O'Jays, praised Marie as both a singer and mother.

"There are a lot of black people who swore by her and believed in her, as far as her music was concerned," he said. "She was a good mom, and to me, that is saying a lot.''

SWEATER FUNK CHRISTMAS 12.26.10

XMAS SWEATER FUNK

We're running a post family, post Chuy's birthday, post gorge yourself on mama's food boogie funk danceathon this Sunday! Hosted of course by the most reliable boogie crew in the city: Sweater Funk. So wear that funky Christmas sweater one last time, wear your antlers and roast your nuts cuz we're sending the holidays off covered in sweat and reeking of Chinese whiskey!

*(Plus bonus points and a coupla free shots for the first person to show up dressed as Krampus, and not half assed!)

Always free
Li Po Cocktails
916 Grant @ Washington
Chinatown
9ish PM til 1:30 AM

SPILL THE WINE :: ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON

Spill The Wine Happy Hour

Chicano Soul - Oldies - Boogaloo

with very special guests:
MOSES & THE 10 COMMANDMENTS OF SOUL
MARGARITA (Thee Northern Soulera)

and resident selectors:
GUILLERMO (Sweater Funk, Gostosa!)
VINYL RICHIE (Sweater Funk / Hear The Sounds)
AMBASSADOR (Wax Poetics, Gostosa!)

Back together! The second installment of this bay area meeting of folks that love the sound of O.G. Chicano soul and lowrider oldies on vinyl! Moses and Margarita are some serious collectors AND huge fans of this music and culture that we all love! V.R. & Ambassador met them at a lowrider gig in San Jose and decided we need more Chicano soul gatherings here in San Francisco. Back in November we all threw down for a Dia De Los Muertos jam that was so much fun, that within a couple of weeks, we were all itching to do it again!

As usual, Casanova's lovely Margarita, will be serving up some of the strongest drinks in the Mission. Come down, chill out on a Sunday afternoon to some of the best mellow soul around!

Sunday January 16, 2011

FREE
5 PM til 9 PM
Casanova Lounge
527 Valencia
Between 16th & 17th

CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS

All for under $20 bucks.

TOKYO DAWN RECORDS :: THE BOOGIE

Based on groove fundamentals such as 80's and 90's R&B, Minneapolis funk and early electro, this compilation holds 18 modern approaches.

Combining neon synths and soul chords with a decent portion of future funk, we're invited to ride an exciting new wave of artists combining latest production techniques with classic grooves deeply rooted in 80's sounds wonderland.

Finely collected by TDR conductor Marc Wallowy, this amazing compilation features 74 minutes of dirty g-funk bangers, sweaty robot grooves, cosmic p-funk bombs and anthems of intergalatic existentialism. 'The Boogie' also features appetizers from forthcoming albums by Amalia, Blaktroniks, Replife, Soulparlor, Vindahl and others dropping 2011 via TDR. Connecting the dots between electro, rap, house and R&B, this exclusive outlook is equally recommended for fans of funk past, present and future!

PREVIEW & PURCHASE ALBUM HERE

QUINCY JONES :: SOUL BOSSA NOSTRA

Finally had a chance to check out Quincy Jones latest album Soul Bossa Nostra. The name may be deceiving and for myself I'm not that impressed. I can see the musical direction in which Quincy Jones was heading, not to mention the all star cast.

After a few listen One track stood out. "Betch Wouldnt hurt me" feat, Mary J, Q-Tip, Alfredo Rodriquez. This one right here stood out among a see of POP infiltrated type songs... Heavy Modern 80s soul vibe, which I'm all about.



Patti Austin did the original track back in 1980 "The Dude" written by Stevie Wonder sung by Grammy Winner of 2008 Best Jazz Vocal Patti Austin. She is doing all the background vocals on three of her four tracks from The Dude album.

THE PENDELTONS

The latest 7" from "The Pendeltons" aka my Boy E Da Boss & Trailer Limon. Serious Modern Boogie & Soul with limited press! To all my collectors of good music, make sure you cop these. Once there gone, there gone!

Sound Clips soon!

Notice the Sweater Funk "SF Approved" OHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH.

OLIVER DAYSOUL :: ERIC LAU

New Music from Oliverday Soul produced by Eric Lau. You might be familiar with Olivers voice from the one of my favorite tracks "Long Distance" ONRA's album. It’s unclear whether or not this will make Olivier’s forthcoming album Mr Saint Louis, but either way – it’s sounding real nice.


OIVER DAYSOUL produced BY ERIC LAU - FINNER THINGS IN LIFE 2010


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MUSIC VEST

THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER

THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER - SPICE OF LIFE 1984

CHAKA KHAN :: HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME

CONGRATULATIONS to Chaka Khan who will receive HER star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on May 19, 2011. More details to come soon!

GOSPEL ACCORDING TO BUDGIE ::

YOU NEVER HEARD GOSPEL LIKE THIS!

My friend Ben aka "Budgie" from across the pond just laced us up with his Outstanding Gospel mix. This really blew mind! Also, this is not your parents Gospel music (unless you have some trained ears in your family). Let the lord in. Hallelujah

GOSPEL ACCORDING TO BUDGIE

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Guest Mix - The Gospel According to Budgie Budgie puts together a special mixtape just in time for Christmas. A true testament to the majesty of Gospel music with The Excello Gospel Singers, The Winans and many more!

DAM-FUNK :: UNPLUGGED

Best song in my eyes from Damon aka Dam-Funk. Very musical and stripped down from all those Synths. This is MODERNS SOUL at its best. So much soul you can feel it!

HAPPY HOUR

FREEEEEEEEE

Join us, Fridays on Historic Haight Street San Francisco Ca, across from Amoeba Records for an early evening Happy Hour.

Sounds provided by DJ Vinylrichie (Hear The Sounds / Sweater Funk Crew) and his arsenal of friends.

Quality Music, and drink specials.

You never know who's going to drop in and play, so don't miss out!

This Week's DJ's:

Resident - Vinylrichie

GUESTS:

Eddie Bauer (djeddybauer.com)
Eric Boss (Myron & E)

And Sweater Funk DJ's:


Jazz Funk, Modern Soul, Oldies, Lovers Rock, R&B, Low-Riders, Steppers, Modern Boogie etc

Happy Hour:
Milk Bar (SF)
Free
1840 Haight Street
5pm- 9pm
$3 cocktails $3 draft beers

www.milksf.com
www.hearthesounds.com

HOT POCKET :: S.O.S BAND HIGH HOPES COVER

Bay Area's "Roots" - Hot Pocket is the rhythm section for Bayonics. They have performed as a backing band for many notable artists such as: Eric Roberson, Jaguar Wright, Lady Alma, Yahzarah, China Blac, and Big Brooklyn Red.

I was so happy to hear Hot Pocket covering S.O.S Bands - High Hopes live last Saturday evening. I believe it was the second or third song in there set. Hot Pocket sounded amazing, plus the crowd went crazy once those Key Synths set in.



Enjoy the video's

THE MODEL :: SEU JORGE & ALMA

Now-Again Records and What Matters Most present two short films based on the recently released Seu Jorge and Almaz album by Brazilian singer and actor Seu Jorge. The films star Jorge and were directed by Kahlil Joseph, who recently directed Stones Throw Records’ Aloe Blacc’s “I Need A Dollar” video.

The second – “The Model: Oshun and the Dream” – delves into Jorge’s psyche as he continues to struggle with this echoing image of “The Model”…





Directed & Edited by Kahlil Joseph
Photography by Bradford Young
Music by Seu Jorge and Almaz
Produced by Omid Fatemi and Daniel Song for What Matters Most
Featuring music from the Now-Again Records album Seu Jorge and Almaz.

HONEY & BEE'S

So appropriate for the season. Nothing like a lil Northern Soul Christmas tune to get you in the mood!


HONEY & BEE'S - JING, JING, A LING 1969

GROOVE MERCHANT TURNS 20 :: VINYL RECORD SHOP (SF)

In an era where most people acquire their music online, it is a testament to word of mouth, hard work, and a sense of communal goodwill that Groove Merchant, a small boutique record store located in the Lower Haight district of San Francisco has just reached its 20 year anniversary. The folks at Groove Merchant are celebrating this benchmark by releasing a new compilation entitled Groove Merchant Turns 20: 14 Selections behind the Counter. It is a fine selection of modern soul, psychedelic folk, left field disco, and jazzy funk curated by owner and record maestro Cool Chris.



Living in a post-analog music world has had some serious consequences on the livelihood of musicians, producers, and the infrastructure that supports such artists. There has been much documentation on the death of the music industry over the last few years with most of the hand-wringing and eulogizing focused on the money paid to musicians and labels. But one aspect of the puzzle that often gets overlooked is the distribution on the ground floor. As Wal-Mart and Best Buy continue to make record profits on the sale of music titles, the independent local record store flounders and struggles to survive. Chris notes, “In the last 16 years behind the counter at Groove Merchant, I have witnessed no less than 25 independent Bay Area record shops permanently close their doors.” A sad state of affairs, indeed. This is an especially poignant indictment considering that the Bay Area prides itself on resisting corporate market economics to drive out local businesses. Yet, even progressive San Francisco has not been able to evade the realities that the encroachment of digital media has wrought upon the local business owner.



However, Groove Merchant has been a veritable story of David over Goliath; how a small record store continues to thrive in spite of the crushing odds. The key to their success stems not only from the basic principles behind running a successful shop: quality varied stock, reasonable prices, and a good ear; but also from the personalities behind the counter. How many times have you walked into a record store only to encounter a caricature of Jack Black from High Fidelity; that crusty old nerd who is intent on making a mockery out of your ineptitude and lack of knowledge? Or even worse the brusque and indifferent record store clerk who seems to make a career out of not hearing your concerns as he absentmindedly shuffles around the store. If you have walked into a record store in the last 10 years I am sure you have encountered such crabbiness. Which is why it’s so refreshing to spend time at the Groove Merchant, a place that creates a certain vibe as soon as you step in the door. This is in large part due to Cool Chris and staff being at the helm; they have defined the ethos of the Merchant through their laid back, warm and knowledgeable presence.



The Groove Merchant store was opened in 1990 by Michael McFadin, and quickly became the go-to place for finding rare soul, funk, jazz and latin music. Since the 90s were an era in which hip-hop producers were on the hunt to find breaks for sampling purposes, the Merchant came to be an important purveyor of those titles that would end up having a major influence on hip-hop culture. In fact, the Beastie Boys name checked McFadin on Check Your Head: “This one goes out to my man, the Groove Merchant, coming through with beats for which I’ve been searching.” Since Groove Merchant was originally a store that McFadin opened as he was starting Ubiquity Records, the tastes of Ubiquity, Luv N’ Haight and CuBop ran parallel to the tastes of the shop. Funky soul jazz, hard funk, and deep latin grooves.

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REAL TALK :: ANITA BAKER SOUL TRAIN AWARDS 2010

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CHRISTMAS AT SEDSOUL :: BEST HOLIDAY COMP EVER!

FINALLY A MODERN SOUL CHRISTMAS ALBUM (add to you favorite pile of Holiday music)

Just in time because my folks love soul music and I'm home for the Holidays. I just placed my order for this AMAZING CD titled "Christmas Time" At SedSoul. WOOOOOOT!!!

All your parents favorite Holiday anthems replaced with Bass Synths, Soul Claps, and even a touch of Gospel for the inner Grown Folk. Of course you can download this album, but I picked up a Hard Copy for the Physical Aspect. Call me Old school.

Check out all the tracks on SedSoul and pick up this album!



SedSoul Records have given us so much fantastic music over recent years, and now it's time for their latest release which, as usual, takes everything great and good about soul music AND this time also draws upon all that we cherish about the festive season to make a very special album of festive and celebratory songs. Rob Hardt at Sedsoul Records has all the elements of a truly successful and popular Christmas album that does not fall into the trap of being sugary, schmaltzy or gimmicky. With his "Christmas At Sedsoul" we are treated to soulful music which is melodic, relaxed and luxuriant, as well as other songs that are joyous uptempo numbers which will put a smile on your face, a spring in your step and create the right atmosphere for the festive season. Soulful Christmas albums have never been given serious consideration before, but this album certainly merits serious, critical attention. When Eugene Wilde sings about Christmas on "I Love Christmas", he puts his heart and soul into this, and the lyrics support the whole ethos of the album. Sharing the good times, laughing, enjoying family and appreciating all that is good are what we're talking about. SedSoul has always incorporated the best of the past into their music, and this is no different and a nod goes to the past masters of the Christmas song when Nat King Cole is referenced.

CAT OSHIRO

My good Friend and Talented artist Cat Oshiro just sent over her latest Illustrations. Aren't these the cutest little things you ever seen! Check out Cat's Website where you'll find additional prints, also arrange to purchase a custom piece. Great gift for that eclectic someone.

IKAH LOVE :: SUGAR HILL EDIT

IF you're familiar with San Diego and GOOD MUSIC, "Ikah Love" is a name you will hear frequently amongst SD's Eclectic & Soul music community. Ikah just laced us up with his latest edit of "Sugar Hills - Hot, Hot Summer Day". Ikah took the best parts of the track, stripped it down and give this track a whole new feel. Heavy Dance Floor mover that should be making noise by next summer. DJ's DONT SLEEP!!!

HEAR THE SOUNDS approves!!! Check out the video, then Download the edit.





SUGAR HILL GANG - HOT, HOT SUMMER DAY 1980 (IKAH LOVE EDIT)

LOW-RIDING IN JAPAN

Check out this footage our friends from "Street-Low Magazine" sent over. Low-Riding World wide, and they got style.

Footage compiled from our trip to Japan in November 2010. Started off by going to the temple in Narita, Japan. After we hooked up with Yuzo and the rest of the One Forty Rollerz out in Fukaya, Japan who showed us a few shops all over Japan. After we got the bullet train and headed out to Nagoya, Japan and met up with Kiyo of the Viejitos car club. He took us to a few other shops before we headed out to the cruise night.

HEAD OVER HEELS :: MODERN BOOGIE & SOUL

Ok the last and final Modern Mix of 2010 is finally here. Come take a ride into the sounds of Modern Boogie & Soul.

Also check out our new home on POD-O-MATIC where you will find all shows from here on out. I would also appreciate your support plusfeed back, please tell a friend and become a member. See you next year with all new content. Click on the page for more mixes, links, downloads & streams. Also use the Itunes app for your Ipod or Iphone.


Enjoy

A TRIBE CALLED QUEST :: DOCUMENTRAY :: Q-TIP DISAPPROVES

QTIP DOES NOT STAND BE HIND THIS MOVIE!

A recent tweet came from Q-Tip him self = "QtipTheAbstract I am not in support of the a tribe called quest documentary". "The filmmaker shld respect the band enough to honor our request regarding the the film"

After watching the trailer It looks like Michael Rapaport documented "Rock The Bells Tour" where Tribe reunited, and put this documentray together with out the consent of TIP. Looks like we Got a STORY here folks. I'll report back once I hear more information.

A new documentary film will be released that highlights the legacy, influence, and artistic path created by the legendary 90’s Hip Hop group A Tribe Called Quest.

Created by notable actor and avid fan of ATCQ, Michael Rapaport, Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels Of A Tribe Called Quest follows the groups lineage through Hip Hop. Rapaport and his team of film producers have documented over 200 hours of footage, including interviews with Mos Def, Pete Rock, Common, Pharrell Williams and many others.

The film is currently in its editing stage, with no current release date set. Visit http://www.atribecalledquestmovie.com/ for updates on this project.