Monday 21 June 2010
NEW MUSIC: Funky DL samples Amy Winehouse! 2 FREE albums!
23:25 | 
Written by:
DJ SOULCHILD
Sadly, the UK turned its back on this legendary London, Hackney-born triple-threat rapper/producer/songwriter ever since he dropped his debut album "Classic Was The Day" back in 1997. Why? Because of his American accent when he spits. In response to that, Funky sticks a big middle finger up at those critics by explaining that he grew up listening to U.S. Hip-Hop, so that's what felt right to him when he started off. And rightly so. 'Cause whilst the UK is hatin', the rest of the world (especially Japan) is lapping up and loving his music, release after release. Just Google this restless workaholic and his huge back catalogue, especially the albums "The 4th Quarter" and "The Interview", and check the rave reviews, it is what it is baby! Besides - if European rappers are allowed to get away with rhyming with an American accent and flow, why should it be such a crime for a UK artist to do the same??? Anyway, those who appreciate, know what's on the menu whenever a Funky DL album drops: deep, meaningful, biographical and often witty lyrics dipped in good quality, organic, soulful, jazzy, neck-breaking true school Hip-Hop music - the way it's supposed to be. And on these two latest albums, he's stuck to his trademark formula...except that he's taken Amy Winehouse samples and cleverly moulded and integrated them into his own tracks - to SICK effect!!!!!!!
Don't worry or be prejudiced if you're not an Amy Winehouse fan - trust me, i'm not either. But what my man Funky DL has put together here is simply, utterly amazing, impressive and groundbreaking. Trust me, if you love good quality Hip-Hop, then you really shouldn't sleep on this. He's made me have a whole new respect and appreciation for Amy's music, and it could do the same for you. GENIUS.
RATING: 10/10
FOR FANS OF: A Tribe Called Quest, Little Brother and Boombap-Hip-Hop.
FEATURING: Pyrelli, MCD, Addictive, Ricko Capito, Dukus Alemay, Sus & Lei-An.
FREE DOWNLOAD:
FUNKY DL - Back To Frank (Vol. 1)
FUNKY DL - Back To Rap (Vol. 2)
FOR FURTHER INFO, PLEASE VISIT:
www.funkydl.com
www.washingtonclassics.com
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NEW MUSIC: Keith Sweat - I'm The One You Want
21:37 |
Written by:
DJ SOULCHILD
Anyway, Keith's brand-new album "Ridin' Solo" pretty much dropped out of nowhere, even i didn't see this coming. Although i did get his joint "Test Drive (feat. Joe)" a few months ago, which was a hint of a new release, but it still caught me off-guard. But hey, it's Keith, so it's always a pleasant surprise! The first thing that struck me at first quick listen, is that Keith has yet again managed to stay true to his signature style, by cleverly using modern sounds, without adapting it to the extent that he alienates his fans that have been down with or even loved his music since day one. So, if you're 18+ years old and don't mind some good-quality, soulful balladry to accompany your "sexy time", this might even appeal to you too.
BUT! It can have side-effects! If your parents hate your girlfriend/boyfriend's guts, but suddenly barge into your room with cookies, because they expected you to be doing your homework together instead, then don't be surprised if your Mum shouts "Hold on - is that Keith Sweat playin'??! Ooooh looooorrrd!! I luuuurrrve me some Keith!!!", slow-dances with your Dad for a minute, talking about when they first met until the song finishes, acting like a total cock-block. But then be prepared for the consequences...
Swiftly moving on....like most of his releases, the album consists of 90% grown'n'sexy slow jams. All good stuff. But "I'm The One You Want", a mid-tempo piece of R&B feel-good niceness, which interpolates the immortal 1987 Surface classic "Happy", was definitely the stand-out cut for me. Something to ride out and mack to in the whip on a warm Summer evening. Enjoy!
RATING: 9/10
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