Today marks the Stones Throw-release of the seventh installment of Madlib’s popular Medicine Show-series. Titled “High Jazz”, the project is produced entirely by Madlib, and equals an album of jazz tracks created with the producer’s group of musicians and collaborators collectively known as Yesterdays Universe. Grab an audible teaser below in the shape of Generation Match’s “Electronic Dimensions”.
When there’s a video by Tobacco and Beck chances are high that we are in for a trippy ride. Obviously this is the case with the official clip for “Grape Aerosmith” where bizarre themes prevail. It also serves as a visual impression of the songwriters’ current album Maniac Meat. The director Allen Cordell delves a bit into this, let’s say different type of plot.
The video starts with a frustrated employee’s ordinary day at the office, making phone calls and filing papers, and then quickly escalates into a migraine-inducing ride on the crazy train. Among the many highlights: Sparkly magical beings whose intestines crawl out of their chests, horned deer-devil creatures, confetti, woodland seizures, and lots of silly string — this video is better than an anti-drug PSA.
Director Allen Cordell promises a happy ending: “After being confronted by the psychedelic spirits, our protagonist is cleansed, enlightened by the surreal experience.” And it’s true: Screeching synthesizers die down into the background at the song’s conclusion, too, leaving our protagonist staring into the camera with an expression that could be interpreted as “enlightened” — or “stunned into permanent psychosis.”
UK songstress Estelle has joined forces with Nas and John Legend for “Fall In Love”. The visual representation for the second single of her new album All Of Me ended up with two different clips – one featuring the Queens-MC and the other oe with Mr. Legend. Both have been directed by Sanaa Hamri. Watch the rap version above and the soul version after the jump.
The excellent club track “Sun” by Canadian producer Caribou has finally received the visual treatment. In what appears to be a collective dance honoring the sun, old and young women alike move ritualistically to the synth-infused beat. Bizarre? Maybe. Entertaining? Definitely. Watch it below and make sure to check out Caribou’s current LP Swim, in case you haven’t done it so far.
We are all familiar with Cee-Lo Green’s soulful contribution to the Goodie Mob and the Grammy Award-winning duo Gnarls Barkley. Oakland-based DJ Dmadness has now shown the highest form of appreciation for the music of this ATLien as he compiled a impressive list of 44 of his hits. Here’s the scoop on this nice treat.
A new mix drawing from the catalogs of Goodie Mob, OutKast, Gnarls Barkley, Cee-Lo’s solo albums, his collaborative work, and of course rare remixes, b-sides, soundtrack joints and 12″s. Aside from the entire Organized Noize/Dungeon Family there are records with Pharrell, Common, Estelle, Kelis, Jack Splash, Da Ranjahs, Eightball & MJG as well as productions from Kanye West, Timbaland, Menahan Street Band, DJ Premier and more.
After the world learned the bad news that it has to wait an additional week of the release of his sophomore offering Man On The Moon II: The Legend Of Mr. Rager KiD CuDi gives us a look into his return to the BAPE Store in NYC for an intimate performance for his fans. The performance features his next single , REVOFEV, and brought back personal memories as CuDi was an employee at that very same BAPE spot not so long ago. Enjoy!
The Roots unveil their Rik Cordero directed music video today to accompany their epic single, The Fire. The visuals send a strong message as you’ll see. Meanwhile, this single can be found off their impressive new album, How I Got Over which is out now.
Here comes “On Directing” – the latest visual by Canadian sisterly duo Tegan & Sara. The track is taken of the duo’s current album Sainthood. The colorful visual should further solidify the sister’s growing reputation within the industry. Check it out above.
Celebrating the release of Seu Jorge & Almaz’ new album Stones Throw unleashes the Brazilian musician’s cover of Roy Ayers’ timeless hit “Everybody Loves The Sunshine”. The singer and his band are currently touring the US. In order to get your digital copy of this eclectic longplayer and the tour dates, head over to Stones Throw’s website – and for the track, listen below.
DJ Mujava’s music has come a long way stemming from the dance floors of South Africa onto the internet, then eventually catching a break at Warp Records. Today, alongside SA house—producer, DJ Qness, Dj Mujava enveils his latest work with drums and bass on MIA’s hit single, XXXO. Surely one of the most lively remixes of XXXO to date, check it out.
