Another hit single from the ingenious duo of writer, Rod Temperton and producer, Quincy Jones, Off The Wall‘s Rock With You proved to be an illustrating moment for Michael in the early 80′s. Echoing the dance floors of Studio 54 with its moving bass line, flowing string arrangements, and synthesised sound of disco, this single captures a sensual playfulness fused with a joyous spirit in Jackson’s voice. Released November 3, 1979, Rock With You became a defining tune for Michael landing him in the #1 spot on Billboard’s pop and R&B single charts and later becoming the 4th biggest single of the 80′s decade. From a perspective of resilience, the staying power of this single beneath the backdrop of industry changes due to the declining taste for disco and a resurgence of rock makes its chart topping endurance and platinum certification very impressive.
While Rock With You is 31 years old, its ripple effect in song and video is still felt in many contemporary artists like Chris Brown, Kelly Clarkson, Chuck Loeb and many, many others. Here’s a couple of of examples to show the single’s reach and influence: (more…)
GFM Fam we wanted to get you up on the sound of Now vs. Now the exploratory new electro-groove power trio of keyboardist/composer Jason Lindner (Me’shell Ndegeocello, Lauryn Hill) the unique Greek Balkan bassist/vocalist Panagiotis Andreou (Yerba Buena) and Jersey Shore IDM-influenced drummer Mark Guiliana (Heernt, Beat Music). Their debut album Jason Lindner gives you NOW VS NOW, produced by longtime fan and collaborator Meshell Ndegeocello and mixed by Bob Power (Q-Tip, Roots), is steeped in Guiliana’s hard grooves, Lindner’s ambient soundscapes, and bassist Andreou’s subby, syncopated bass lines and Balkan Gypsy-style vocal work. Check out the set below.
GFM NYC area fam make sure to save the date as Now Vs. Now are showcasing during The APAP Conference on Monday, Jan 9th in NY at Rockwood Music Hall- 10PM
Love this song or hate it–it was hard to ignore, not wiggle to or get out of your head. Featuring a verse by Q-Tip and vocals and bass guitar from none other than Bootsy Collins baby.
I’m sure the Tweeter above was only Joshing when he put this out into the Twitterverse but way up on the list of rules, you know like 4079 spots above that other rule, you don’t ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, *Smokey voice* ask someone for their sounds. For the record please do not send the politically correct sampling police to execute a search warrant on me, I meant every word of what I said when I said his sounds and I will gladly welcome any debate on the merits of sampling/digital production vs. traditional any day of the week. But I digress… (more…)
Happy Mother’s day to all the mothers around the world. Make sure you hug her and tell her that you love her, you only get one!
This can be an especially difficult day for those who have lost their mothers. I hope you’re able to enjoy and celebrate the great things that your mother instilled in you and reflect upon the good times you shared together.
20 yrs ago a friend and ventured on a 20-30min ride outside of Atlanta to go see Quincy Jones’ documentary “Listen up”. To say we were awe struck was an understatement. But it is safe to say that we were forever Quincy Jones fans….and students.
Fast forward 20 yrs and Q releases a new disc “Soul Bossanostra”. My friend and I are split on it. He bought it and thinks it’s pretty good. I signed the save Q from himself petition on GFM! Who am I to criticize Quincy Jones?! The man has certainly done his share for music. However I do wish he would’ve leaned more on his musical ear instead of his commercial eye.
But instead of complaining I decided to play a little game. If I had to “share” my suggestions w/Quincy about the direction to take for a project here’s what I would’ve suggested for the Dude!
Project Title: Genius in the Key of Quincy
1. The Roots,Jill Scott, Badu,Mos Def, Talib,Common, Bilal, Jaguar Wright, Q-Tip,Jazzyphatnastees – Listen Up
Interlude of the Roots playing a score piece from one of Q’s films
2. Raphael Saadiq - Light up the Night(Brothers Johnson cover)
Interlude of Saadiq & Joss Stone jamming on “It’s my party”
3. Sy Smith & Lettuce – Razzamatazz (BGV- Lalah,Rahsahaan,Ledisi, Kenya Hathaway, Bilal)
Interlude of Lettuce playing a film score (more…)
Between earthquakes in Chile, health care debates and US senators saying, “Tough sh*t” regarding the extension of unemployment benefits, budget deficit California wants to do something that will really change the fate of all these important issue. Pass a “Cuss Free Week” resolution through the Senate. When I heard that I was like, “WTF!!!” What do you mean no cussing for a week?!? Are you kidding me?!?! Just because some 14-year-old conducts an experiment about cussing doesn’t mean you need to pass it through the Senate!!! Hell, people are looking for work, they need to cuss. Don’t take away the one “free” privilege they have.
Now, I’ve thought about this and honestly, I don’t know how this will work. Let me give you some examples:
What do you say when you hit your pinky toes…………Oh shoot?
You catch your partner cheating…………..Oh heck no, mutha fluffy?
Your kids break the new plasma (52 inch)?
Yeah, I see ya forming the cuss words right now on that last option. LOL!
However, I’m not gonna be a bad sport about it. I’ll place my $7.00 in a jar Monday morning and dedicate this throwback video: (more…)
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