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Since I don't have the multi-tracks of 99% of the music I made from 1998-2006 anymore I decided to go through the hundreds of CDs I had burned over the years and see if I could save selected songs and update the sound quality a little. Updating the quality was a waste of time but the stuff I came across took me waaaaaay back.I've worked with a lot of people over the past 11 years and I thought it would be cool if those people could take a trip down memory lane with me. I selected as much variety as possible (given the fact only certain stuff was on those CDs) and tried to leave the most terrible stuff on the CDs so as not to embarass my homies (or myself).
Given the SAVAGE recording conditions/facilities/equipment/techniques used back then I'm still pretty impressed with what we were able to accomplish. These people all have talent. Many of them still make music to this day. If you are sleeping on any of them you are doing yourself a great disservice.
People always say that good (hip hop) music is hard to find these days. Well, from what I've been told over the years there's some pretty good stuff on those CDs. They are posted now so you don't really have any excuse.
Enjoy.
Old Songs
Instrumental Pieces
Old Instrumentals-Unused
WATCH THIS DOCUMENTARY!!!
I know people like everything fast, easy and disposable these days but if you claim to be an adult and/or like music pre-2000 in any fashion you have to watch this documentary at some point in the near future.
Noel Pointer
Noel Pointer was an amazing classically trained jazz violinist. His foundation is a lasting testimate to his footprint in the world of music. Give his music a good listen and you'll hear some familiar tunes.
Lenny Breau
Lenny Breau (August 5, 1941-August 12, 1984) is a very under-the-radar guitarist. I didn't even become aware of his music until 3 years ago even though he died the same year my sister was born. In a time when most musicians came from places like the Deep South, Los Angeles, Detroit, Chicago and NYC, he hailed from Auburn, Maine of all places.
His sound was very reminiscent of the jazz and bossa nova craze of the mid-20th century but had a particular feel that made it different. It's hard to describe but worth investigating.
Click the link above to get access to many other links that will fill you in on the unsung career of a talented musician. Also, check out his biography to understand his transition from a country-western background to the Canadian jazz scene.
Take a look at this scene from a documentary on him as well. (Peep the swig before he plays! Classic.)
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In an era where production styles tend to echo each other, it’s intriguing to discover a sound that is distinguishable from your everyday beat on the radio. Before he was old enough to ride a bike, Kameleon was a kid tucked in the basement, nodding his head and listening to classic 70s vinyl. Marvin Gaye and jazz guru Bob James flooded the air as the California native studied them and soaked up their influences. His deep-rooted love for music transcended through the years and the self-proclaimed “instrumentalist” co-created Soul Students Records at Hampton University in 2003.
Gradually, Kameleon and fellow producer Al Bumz recruited a diverse team of emcees and producers: Awon, Dicap, Tiffy The Gift, Whiz, The Cubist, Mac Da Menace, Indelible, Sin, Dread, Delano and Ak. In addition to producing in-house for the Soul Students camp, Kameleon has over three thousand beats in his solo arsenal. By intricately fusing hip-hop, jazz, folk and rock, his multi-layered tracks pulsate from the speakers. The music is varied in feel, but the foundation is consistently hip-hop. Drawing inspiration from producers like RZA, Ski Beatz, 4th Disciple and DJ Premier, Kameleon is trying to bring variety back to the music world.
Kameleon has also worked with R&B artists Conya Doss, K’Bana Blaq and Jon Bibbs. A firm believer in live instrumentation, Kameleon has been playing the piano, saxophone, bass and guitar for years. Along with samples and beats from scratch, Kameleon consistently sprinkles his tracks with a touch of live music to make the sound richer.
Kameleon’s highly-anticipated debut, Midnight Sun, is currently available on iTunes, Amazon and other fine online retailers. The record is based around the seasons and floats comfortably between genres. From soothing to bombastic tempos, Kameleon flexes the signature sound that’s got the internet abuzz.
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I've made (a lot of) music...
I've been producing hip hop and R&B Soul music since the late 90's and I work at a pretty quick pace. Over the years I've worked with a lot of artists but a lot of my music either went unused or I never gave it away. Since I'm working on a lot of new albums and projects at the moment I figured now would be a good time to let people hear what I've been doing the past 11 years (for free).
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Posted on June 3, 2009 at 12:14pm —
Essence Music Festival 2009
I will be at the Essence Music Festival July 4th weekend in New Orleans, LA. This year's line-up is a must-see and I encourage all fans of good music old and new to attend this 3-day event.
http://www.essencemusicfestival.com/?content=artists
I am especially excited to see Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings in concert. If you don't know, check them out!
This is also an excellent opportunity to support the city of New Orleans in its effort to rebuild and sustain its rich musical heritage. They h… Continue
http://www.essencemusicfestival.com/?content=artists
I am especially excited to see Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings in concert. If you don't know, check them out!
This is also an excellent opportunity to support the city of New Orleans in its effort to rebuild and sustain its rich musical heritage. They h… Continue
Posted on April 12, 2009 at 12:59am —
New Instrumental Project
I'm currently working on a solo instrumental project (while concurrently working on 6 other albums, staying busy always!). We are also shooting a video for one of the tracks during the spring with the release of the project scheduled for this summer (date not yet determined). Keep your eyes peeled and your ears open for more...
Posted on March 24, 2009 at 10:35am —
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New instrumental track from the upcoming album "Midnight Sun" called "Vernal Equinox" now available on Reverb Nation for free listening.
If myspace has become "spamspace" for you too, check out ReverbNation.com. It's an amazing resource for any producer/artist and there is little to no spamming. Excellent promotion tools and stat tracking. I check my myspace maybe once a week to clea…
I've been producing hip hop and R&B Soul music since the late 90's and I work at a pretty quick pace. Over the years I've worked with a lot of artists but a lot of my music either went unused or I never gave it away. Since I'm working on a lot of ne…
Originally from San Diego but living in the Philly area.
I agree 100%. Glad to know there are others out there that know their music history too! Hard to call yourself an artist if you haven't studied your craft. Very refreshing. Peace Fam.
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