Last week we bumped into our sista from another mista at the Red Bull Music Academy while she was working on a big tune with Hudson Mohawke and Dorian Concept. She had just picked up a few copies of the new Mind Travellin’ EP and we wanted to buy the first copies and show some support. Like true groupies we even asked for an autograph and that was that! Today the vinyl officially dropped worldwide and we urge everyone to pick up a copy HERE. Not only because Fatima is one of the nicest people we know, but also because her music is f*cking amazing. Nev’s favourite joint is “Soul Glo” and when I tried to sing it together with Fatima I failed miserably. Therefore my fav is “Warm Eyes” which features Dam-Funk. Don’t sleep on miss Fatima, cuz she’s well wicked…innit!? Check out some snippets and the brand new video!
Fatima – Soul Glo (snippet)
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Fatima – Warm Eyes Ft. Dam-Funk (snippet)
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This upcoming weekend the Moovmnt crew (that’s us) will be throwing our monthly party both in Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Some of you might know that we are based in the two major cities this small country calls their capitols. Tomorrow we’ll be playing at the MiNiBAR in Amsterdam together with our buddy Sotu the Traveller. Since we’re still kinda recovering from the RBMA, we’ll be playing some music on the sneak tip. We got some exclusive joints at the academy and there’s a lot of great music on the “Various Assets” CD’s as well. While you’re ad it…download the FREE “Most Valuable Assets” mix HERE!
On Saturday we invite you to have a drink at De Unie in Rotterdam where none other than Bluntspeakers will be playing. No doubt he’ll be giving us some sneak previews of his upcoming releases and we’ll make sure you get your soultronic, boogielicious vibe on. Next month we have a special, ‘Timeless’ treat for ya’ll at De Unie! More info on that very soon.
Our second day here at the Red Bull Music Academy started with an insightful lecture with Dutch DJ/producerMartyn. None other than Benji B asked Martyn about his musical roots, his inspiration and his way of creating his significant sound. We also saw a chance to interact with some of the participants such as Swede:art, Kidkanevil & Manzilla (Electric Wire Hustle) and get their take on their time at the RBMA. Ex-participant Oddisee stopped by to check out the new talent and will be blessing some of the material made in the past couple of days. We received a preview of a track that 7 of the participants worked on with Hudson Mohawke and got word that HudMo will be back later this week for more sessions. The evening was reserved for a live performance by a number of participants at Queen of Hoxton. While we’re posting this Space Dimension Controller, Nando Pro, Ross McHenry & Thompson are having a private little party in the lobby with Space’s 40 records he just got as a present. We’ve never heard Dilla’s beats bang as much as they do over this Genelec soundsystem.
You might have noticed that we haven’t been posting for the past days. We’ve been getting a taste of London and today our Red Bull Music Academy adventure officially started with a lecture by Flying Lotus. Stones Throw’s Egon hosted the inspiring lecture which covered everything from his music to his live set as well as deeper more personal subjects. Afterwards some of the participants showed us around the Academy to give us an idea of what happens around here. Lots of good music in the making, interesting workshops, a private Ableton class by FlyLo and even an unexpected birthday surprise for one of the participants. The next few days we will go more in depth on who’s here and what they’re doing as well as give you all an idea of what one can expect at the RBMA. Basically our first day at the Academy was wicked and good to have met 00Genesis, TOKiMONSTA, B-Bravo, Illum Sphere, Katy B and all the nice staff & crew from Red Bull. Last but not least a happy b-day to Jack aka Space Dimension Controller who just turned 20 hours ago!
Top photo by Red Bull Music Academy, all other photos by Deluge
For over a decade the Red Bull Music Academy has given young, upcoming artists a place to develop themselves. Not only do they learn, but a very important part of the RBMA is creating and exposing! What better way to do this than to record a compilation album together with fellow participants as well as more established musicians and sometimes even legends.
Under the name ‘Various Assets’ this has been done several times. These CD’s were never released to the general public and contain unreleased material as well as music that has been released like Flying Lotus his “Tea Leaf Dancers” featuring Andreya Triana. These compilation CD’s were recorded all over the world from Melbourne to Seattle and from Toronto to Barcelona.
We from Moovmnt had never actually heard all of this material and thought it would be a good idea to select our favourites and release it as a mix. Some music you might have heard on our website already, but I can assure you that some of this material has been waiting, hidden in the dust, to come out of your speakers and give you a taste of the wonderful things that are going on at the Red Bull Music Academy.
We tried to keep the mix close to our personal taste and yet it contains a divers array of different kinds of music. Enjoy some tasteful hip hop, nu-soul, future funk, soulful house, electronic music with a dash of dubstep to go out with a bang. Now we’re off to London to soak up some of that RBMA energy, so enjoy this one. We’ll be keeping you updated about what goes on behind the scenes at the Academy, so tune in for some exclusive footage, music, etc.
Recently Damon aka Dam-Funk aka the ‘Ambassador of Boogie Funk’ was in London and visited the Red Bull Music Academy to do a lecture. I must say I found it very intriging and too bad we had to miss this one. Hopefully next week we’ll have the honor of seeing Muhsinah, J.Rocc or even Flying Lotus on that couch. Really feeling D-F on never giving up on your dreams and letting nobody hold you back. Check out what else he had to say and get out the popcorn for this…enjoy!
Now this is what we’ve been waiting for! Frisco-native B. Bravo is finally releasing his long awaited “Computa Love” EP on Frite Nite. In case you haven’t been listening to B. Bravo (we did give you guys a preview last year) or never even heard of his “Analog Starship” EP, we suggest you do so this instant. Congratulations are in order as well, cuz B. Bravo will be participating in this year’s Red Bull Music Academy in London. We will be going to London as well to keep ya’ll updated on what happens behind closed doors and behind the scenes. We will present the official unofficial Red Bull Music Academy afterparty on February 14th in Amsterdam with TOKiMONSTA and B. Bravo tearing the roof off this motha (Bitterzoet). More info on this event soon!
Today “Computa Love” releases in the States and Februari 23rd it drops worldwide. Now you and I both know you want to buy some of that funky stuff for yourself. So head on over to iTunes or Boomkat to pick this one up! Also shout out to Brownswood for picking up on B. Bravo and possibly releasing “Computa Love” later this year on a yet to be named project. We had to bless your ears with the hottest joint on the EP being the title track. Also our friend Adam included a nice little extra freebie that goes by the name of “Swing My Way” RMX…peep it.
B. Bravo – Computa Love
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Kidkanevil sent us his “Basho Basho” album months ago, but my man Nev was too busy talking about coffee…as always. So on the late tip we bring you this Red Bull Music Academy participant who goes by the name of Kidkanevil. The 28-year-old beat maker has been keeping himself busy with the release of his new album “Basho Basho”which recently dropped on First Word Records. Fellow RMBA participant TOKiMONSTA (Brainfeeder) dropped a remix on us of the first leak called “Megajoy”. In case you were wondering where to buy…head on over to his Bandcamp or check out iTunes. [Artwork: Matt Bailey..]
Kidkanevil – Megajoy (TOKiMONSTA Remix)
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GoldieLocks is at it again. This 2008 Red Bull Music Academy participant is really beginning to blow up around in the UK. Yesterday she dropped her “I’m Not Her” EP on her own label Gut Instinct. On this EP there’s honestly one tune that really stands out for me. I’m not a huge fan of the poppy music, but as soon as she teams up with Dubstep legend Benga to create a track I’m with it. Really liking “Green Eyes” so enjoy this one. Visit Goldie’s website to buy the CD or check out the digital release on iTunes.
GoldieLocks – Green Eyes (with Benga)
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Vienna funkster The Clonious has recently remixed “Don’t Push Me” by TettoryBad and Ty. This track off TettoryBad’s debut album “Unite”, which will finally get a second worldwide release through Austrian label Sunshine Enterprises early next year, after having been released on Japanese label Jazzy Sport. Massive thanks to RBMA for picking this up and enjoy this one.
Tettorybad – Don’t Push Me (The Clonious Remix) Feat. Ty
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