This weeks mix from DJ Phaze takes a trip down 85 south to the “dirty dirty” to give some well deserved props to the pioneers of southern hip hop. If it wasn’t for the Dungeon Family, I’m not sure the south would have the voice or respect that they’ve come to enjoy today.

From the core production team of Organized Noize (and their many credits: EnVogue, TLC, Ludacris etc.), to the multi-generational spin offs: Outkast, Goodie Mob, Big Rube, Joi, Sleepy Brown, Society of Soul, TI, Backbone, Cool Breeze, Witchdoctor, Mr. DJ, Killer Mike (aka Mike Bigga) Bubba Sparxxx and others, they’re responsible for over $20 million dollars in sales.

Vibe magazine had a great piece earlier this year chronicling the history of the family along with their various trials and tribulations. For the latest exclusives and all things DF related, you can check out Maurice Garland, SFTA or keep up with them on twitter. For those who know, this quote pretty much sums up how we feel:

“There’s no other crew like the Dungeon Family.” – T-Boz (TLC)

Warning: *Explicit Language*

Click the arrow on the right to download or cop it here.

GFM Presents The Dungeon Family Tribute Mix by GrownFolksMusic

Check the track listing after the jump and let us know what you think!
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This is a celebration of the music of the Quincy Jones we know and love. Special shout out to Craig G. for blessing us with some heat and insight over top of a Quincy classic. DJ Phaze is on the mix and we hope you enjoy. You can download the mix by pressing the arrow button on the right side of the player.

The reason why we are doing this is because we hold the music of Quincy Jones in such a high regard. For more info on the upcoming project and a listing of the artists that will be featured go here. Also, after the jump take a listen to a clip of the updated version of “Secret Garden”. Some secrets you should keep to yourself.

We Want The Dude Back Vol. 1 by GrownFolksMusic (more…)

Grown Folks sat down with DJ Phaze(resident GFM DJ) for a very in-depth and informative interview where we discuss the indie soul movement, the art of DJing’ and more. The underscore to the interview is the latest mix by DJ Phaze for GFM which you can find here.

DJ Phaze Interview by GrownFolksMusic

It’s spring time, the snow is finally melting across the country…. you’re cleaning up, working out, chillin’ and preparing for those summer festivities. Well, the ‘ladies favorite dj’, DJ Phaze has blessed you with a wonderful mix to get your weekend started. Check the tracklist after the break and enjoy!

GFM BTG032010 by GrownFolksMusic
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From everyone here at the Grown Folks Family we wanted to take a little time out to wish Jody Watley a very Happy Birthday! (more…)

Always a treat to get a new mix from DJ Phaze. The inspiration for this soulful freebie…… simply the love of music! Enjoy.

Free download here.

DJ Phaze follows up his outstanding Anita Baker Sessions (in conjunction with the Soul Afrodisiac) with another mix that will sho’ nuff get you in trouble! If you love that good ‘ol 90′s R&B, then this is definitely the one for you.

Don’t say we didn’t warn ya!

If you’re on twitter, you can catch him here. Peep the playlist and enjoy!

Download here the mix here.

Slow wine – Tony Toni Tone’
My, My, My – Johnny Gill
Honey Love – R. Kelly
You’re Always On My Mind – S.W.V
Freak Me – Silk
Sweet Lady – Tyrese
Stroke You Up – Changing Faces
Anytime Any Place – Janet Jackson
Shh (Break It Down) – Tevin Campbell
Uhh Ahh – Boyz II Men
Kissing You – Keith Washington
I Wanna Love You Down – Keith Sweat
Seems Like You’re Ready – R. Kelly
Taste Your Love – Horace Brown
Tender Kisses – Tracy Spencer
Kissing You – Total
Break of Dawn – Michael Jackson