Saturday Morning Cartoons

Remember the awesome cartoons that defined Saturday mornings when we were kids? That feeling of laying sprawled over the couch watching Animaniacs with a bowl of Fruity Loops drenched in milk was one I’ll never forget. Even though Saturday mornings were great, the worst part were those commercials that took forever to end, especially right [...]

Obscure, Interesting Samples Mini-Playlist

Grasscut – The Tin Man UK and Ninja Tune duo Grasscut sample an Italian tenor from the 1920s and adds their incredible production to make a more than memorable track for their impressive debut album, “1 Inch / 1/2 Mile”. Kid Koala – Basin Street Blues All of the instruments played on this song come [...]

Hoppin’ Superstitiously Mini-Playlist

I want to say thanks to everyone who’s shown support for this site so far, it really means a lot. Been doing this for almost three weeks, and I’ve had a blast so far. Just found some new tracks that I’m really excited about, hope you like ‘em too. Berry Weight – Yeti’s Lament When [...]

Samba, Ska, & Afrobeat Mini-Playlist

Curumin – Compacto Chill, with a funky bass line. Curumin, native of Brasil, sings in Portuguese with a samba groove. Really good use of sampling here, toward the end of the song. The Slackers – Alone Again Digging this one recently. Sincere, melancholy lyrics over a steady ska beat, and awesome back up vocals. Liking [...]

Piano Based Hip Hop Mini-Playlist

I’ve been listening more and more to Bob42jh’s playlists on YouTube. These three tracks are some of my favorites that he’s put up. DJ Okawari – Flower Dance The two piano parts in this tune are amazing, love this track. There will definitely be more DJ Okawari here in the future. DJ Whitesmith – I’ll [...]

Raining All Week Mini-Playlist

It’s been raining all week. The weather really affects what kind of music I listen to. These two tracks are pensive, thought provoking, and at the same time relaxing. Master Class – Art and Science I had to write three papers for school a few days ago. I couldn’t focus at all, making every excuse [...]

Mexico Mini-Playlist

Here’s two tracks that are from different eras, about fifteen years apart. They’re both titled “Mexico,” but sound very different. One track could be called alternative folk/country/americana, and the other might be labeled hip-hop. But the lyrics in both songs are about moving to Mexico to have a better future. I might just be crazy, [...]

Not Your Ordinary Brass Bands Mini-Playlist

These two groups aren’t your ordinary brass bands. Youngblood Brass Band – Brookyln The band calls this music “Riot Jazz.” It’s got instruments that are usually more traditionally used, but here they’re taken to a whole new level. “Brooklyn” is a Youngblood classic that shows the groups talent and creativity. Youngblood Brass Band – V.I.P. [...]

DJ Shadow & DJ Whitesmith Mini-Playlist

DJ Shadow – You Can’t Go Home Again Really been feeling this one lately, the whole thing is just so chill. DJ Shadow shows why he’s got the reputation he does. Check out the video if you can, it’s awesome. DJ Whitesmith – Jakou DJ Whitesmith is so under the radar, it’s almost criminal. This [...]

Sampling Gold Mini-Playlist

Kormac – Good Lord The sampling, the swinging sax, the whistling, the beat, it’s all great. This is the most excited I’ve been about a tune in a long time. There’ll definitely be more Kormac here in future. Alpha Channel – Arabian Nights Really chill, love the sampling here too. Kind of an eerie sound [...]

French Hip Hop & German Electropop Mini-Playlist

Hocus Pocus – Quitte à t’aimer I’ve been working on a French hip hop playlist for the past few days, and this one really stood out. Love the instruments here, and frontman 20syl’s flow is great. If you’re interested, the rest of this album is really, really good. Highly recommended. Marbert Rocel – Love Me [...]

Trip Hoppin & More Mini-Playlist

It’s been a while since we’ve done one of those mini-playlist-style posts. Let’s change that. Chinese Man – I’ve Got That Tune Really digging this one, and loving the old-school feel. Great vibes all around from this french duo. The video’s pretty great too, take a look if you get the chance. Blockhead – Which [...]