Pretty Lights : Free Discography

Pretty Lights is the stage name of Derek Vincent Smith, an electronic musician from Colorado. His music is a fusion of genres– incorporating funk, soul, hip hop, dubstep & trip hop, as well as an extensive use of sampling. Since 2006, he’s quickly been building a lengthy and great discography of incredible music, and it’s all available for free on his website. This is both great party music, and awesome on a good pear of headphones.... Read More

Aloe Blacc : Loving You is Killing Me

Song of the Day ; September 22, 2011 Aloe Blacc performs “Loving You is Killing Me” off his album Good Things in this music video. He’s joined by seven year old prodigy Baby Boogaloo — this kid can dance!  Read More

The Budos Band : Chicago Falcon

Song of the Day ; September 5, 2011 The Budos Band – Chicago Falcon Part of the funk/soul powerhouse Daptone Records, ten man group The Budos Band have put out three extremely funky records. This one comes from their second album, The Budos Band II, and is titled Chicago Falcon. Heavy horns pound from the beginning and the signature afrobeat sound kicks in right away. This track is sure to get you moving, and it’s indicative of The Budos... Read More

Kero One : On Bended Knee

Song of the Day ; August 31, 2011  Read More

Kokayi : Only

Song of the Day ; August 22, 2011 I got to see Kokayi perform live at the QN5 Megashow last Friday. QN5 is an underground hip hop label with a small but passionate following, focusing on a close-knit community of artists and their fans. The entire show, which lasted about five hours, had an incredible atmosphere. The crowd felt like a brotherhood, all with one thing in mind: great hip hop. When Kokayi took the mic it was clear that his music is... Read More

Nightmares On Wax : I Am You

From his 2006 album In A Space Outta Sound, Nightmares On Wax (George Evelyn) delivers a supremely chill track with “I Am You”. It starts off relaxed and slowly; haunting piano notes lay down the groundwork for what eventually becomes an an incredible burst of soul. Give it a listen below. Nightmares On Wax – I Am You  Read More

Funk & Soul Playlist

Funk/Soul Playlist made by tenmillionsounds.com This collection of funky and soulful songs will make you bust a move. Featuring mostly modern artists such as Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, Charles Bradley, Jamiroquai & more. Get ready to party! Ben L’oncle Soul – Seven Nation Army The Bamboos – Keep Me In Mind Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings – 100 Days, 100 Nights The Budos Band – Chicago Falcoln Menahan Street... Read More

Hocus Pocus : Beautiful Losers (Live)

Hocus Pocus has been a prominent force in the French hip hop scene since the ’90s, making soulful, jazzy hip hop infused with expert scratching and a feel good vibe. In this video, two members of the group take a visit to Soul Kitchen and give an acoustic performance of “Beautiful Losers” off their album “16 pieces”. Note: the guitarist is singing a part originally cast to a female vocalist!  Read More

Incise : Nobody’s Story

Kitchen Dip is a collaborative project between a community of passionate artists and fans, which includes artists BrassBastardz, incise, and Nieve to name a few. After being specifically introduced to Incise, I’m loving what I’ve heard from him and the entire Kitchen Dip label. Toronto based hip hop producer Incise first appeared on the hip hop scene as a 17 year old at an annual Canadian DJ competition. Since then, he’s created... Read More