Hour 1
Elements Of Life
"This Christmas"
12"
Vega
Positive Flow Featuring Heidi Vogel
"Children Of The Sun"
Flow Lines
Tokyo Dawn
McKoy
"Love Is The Key"
Cut From The Same Cloth
Realmckoymusic
2013 Awards: Best New Act
Personal Life
"One Step Closer"
Morning Light
Expansion
Kon ft. Amy Douglas
"All Night Everybody"
On My Way
BBE
Jody Watley
"Night Life" (Soulpersona Mix)
Night Life Remixed EP
Jody Watley Music
Elements Of Life
"Berimbau"
Eclipse
Vega
Owiny Sigoma Band
"Magret Aloor"
Power Punch
Brownswood
Cola & Jimmu
"I Made Up My Mind"
Enigmatic
Herakles
Snarky Puppy featuring Magda Giannikou
"Amour T'es La"
Family Dinner Volume 1
GroundUp
Gregory Porter
"Liquid Spirit"
Liquid Spirit
Blue Note
Robert Glasper Experiment
"Children Of America" (Featuring Lalah Hathaway)
Black Radio Volume 2
Blue Note
2013 Awards: Best Jazz Album
Jose James
"Come To My Door"
No Beginning No End
Blue Note
Mulgrew Miller
"Dreamsville"
The Sequel
Hour 2
Mario Biondi
"Driving Home For Christmas"
Mario Christmas
Sony
2013 Awards: Best Remix
Milton Nasicmento
"Tudo Que Voce Podia Ser" (Aroop Roy Remix)
Brazil Breakdown EP
GAMM
Kraak and Smaak featuring Sam Duckworth
"Good For The City"
Chrome Waves
Jalapeno
Shea
"Where Did You Go"
Single Release
ThisIsArea7
Alice Russell
"Heartbreaker"
To Dust
Tru Thoughts
2013 Awards: Best Solo ArtistOmar
"The Man"
The Man
Freestyle
Kings Of Tomorrow Featuring April
"Fall For You"
Fall For You EP
Defected
Osunlade
"Dionne"
7"
Yoruba
Cee-Lo Green
"All I Want For Christmas"
Cee-Lo's Magic Moment
Warner Bros
2013 Awards: Best Album
Bluey
"Got To Let My Feelings Show"
Leap Of Faith
Dome
Bluey
"Sky"
Leap Of Faith
Dome
2013 Awards: Best Song
Andreya Triana
"Song For A Friend"
Online Download
Sing It Loud
Blam Jam's Biggest Belter Of 2013
Dames Brown
"Soul Fly"
Online Download
Ampliphonic
Tracy Chapman
"Across The Lines"
Tracy Chapman
Elektra
Where soul and jazz meets tongue in cheek, every Sunday 6-8pm on CSR FM 97.4 and online at http://www.csrfm.com
Sunday, 8 December 2013
Friday, 6 December 2013
Shape Sunday's Show!
The final Blam Jam of 2013 is waiting in the wings, but needs your
help in the form of votes for two special (aural) awards.
Get your comments written in the light bit near the bottom of the Soundcloud links
or simply the names of your favourite acts in the categories for;
Best New Act
and Best Solo Artist
Get voting, and find out the winners this Sunday at 6pm on Blam Jam,
along with the awards for Best Jazz Album, Best Remix, Best Song,
and Best Album.
Plus a few surprise awards too!
http://www.csrfm.com
help in the form of votes for two special (aural) awards.
Get your comments written in the light bit near the bottom of the Soundcloud links
or simply the names of your favourite acts in the categories for;
Best New Act
and Best Solo Artist
Get voting, and find out the winners this Sunday at 6pm on Blam Jam,
along with the awards for Best Jazz Album, Best Remix, Best Song,
and Best Album.
Plus a few surprise awards too!
http://www.csrfm.com
Monday, 2 December 2013
"Jazzed Up In Japan" - The Tales Behind The Tunes
Blam Jam celebrated four years on air at CSR last night
with a stopless selection of amazing tunes from the land
of innovation.
And in the usual manner, here's a dissection of the songs
themselves and their significance.
Jazztronik - "Real Clothes"
The brainchild of musician Ryota Nozaki, and the first
act I would recommend to anyone wanting to discover
the good stuff that Japan has to offer.
This one from 2008's "JTK" album has a late 70s disco
feel to it, sounding like a mash-up of "K-Jee" by Philly outfit
M.F.S.B., and the formation favourite "Let's Get It Together" by El Coco.
Mondo Grosso - "Life (M.G 2.7 Stepped Mix-Edit)"One of many winners from the fourth album by producer
Shinichi Osawa released in 2000.
Whilst this version has a UK garage feel to it, it's also
worth having a listen to the original latin-tinged version
of which the video can be seen here.
Casiopea - "FrouFrou"Taking it back a few decades, jazz-fusion four piece Casiopea
(pronounced Cash-ee-o-pee-a) who's synth lead rhythms
define what many may not view as a timeless musical era,
but are still worthy of inclusion, continuing to inspire many
future bands from Japan, with their energetic live shows.
Hajime Yoshizawa - "Believe Again"
Taken from the album "Music From The Edge Of The Universe"
a rather delightful collaboration with British vocalist
Vanessa Freeman, and a popular dancefloor favourite around the globe.
Bahia Sunsets - "Somewhere Not Here"
It was going to be a struggle choosing which song from the
amazing Monday Michiru to include in my jaunt through Japan,
but I decided to settle for this nice acoustic offering from a compilation
released by the Kyoto Jazz Massive in the mid 90s.
Monday Michiru Mariano being the daughter of a very talented
musical family...
Toshikyo Akiyoshi - "Manha Do Carnaval"
...including a very talented mother.
The American/Japanese musician and bandleader used her dual nationality
to help explore deeper themes within her music.
This track comes from a compilation compiled by Monday Michiru
showcasing some of her mother's lesser heard material.
Ellen Mcillwaine and Yukihiro Fukutomi - "Born Under A Bad Sign"
Originally recorded by Albert King, (and more infamously interpreted
by Homer Simpson), producer Fukotomi gives the blues standard
the broken beat treatment, with vocals from Ellen Mcillwaine.
United Future Organization featuring Dee Dee Bridgewater -
"Flying Saucer"
A Japanese/French nu-jazz duo formed in Shibuya and key players
in the 90s "acid jazz" scene.
This offering from their 1999 LP "Bon Voyage" features the
vocals of top jazz vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater, and unlike a fair
number of tunes I've featured, this one's rather timeless.
DJ Kawasaki - "You Can Make It" (KJM Cosmic House Mix)
Again it was hard to choose just one offering from the Kyoto Jazz Massive
so I've ended up going with one of their many remixes they've
produced over the years.
This one of DJ Kawasaki's house offering "You Can Make It" showcases
the combination of uplifting melodies with inspiring lyrical content
without being too preachy.
Shuya Okino - "Give Your Love a Chance"
Recently, one half of the KJM duo has gone solo and caused
quite a stir with his album "Destiny", the opening track covering
Rose Royce's "Still In Love" can be heard in the introduction
to this musical medley.
The album contains many other gems, including this 80s soul
inspired offering that's caught just as much attention in the UK
as it has in Okino's homeland.
Minako Yoshida - "Town"
I first discovered this via a cover of the tune by DJ Kawasaki
released on his "Black And Gold" covers album last year.
On hearing the original, it reminded me of many jazzy disco offerings
played on the radio whilst growing up in London at a very early age.
It's the memory of hearing the beats whilst being driven through
the bright lights of London late at night combined that started
my crazy obsession with the soulful and jazzy stuff.
Whilst it maybe slightly distanced from Japan, I can imagine this
would sound just as good being driven through Tokyo late at night
and the version I've included features some "additional cityscape"
noises and atmos, which hopefully adds something extra to the
already rousing rhythms.
with a stopless selection of amazing tunes from the land
of innovation.
And in the usual manner, here's a dissection of the songs
themselves and their significance.
Jazztronik - "Real Clothes"
The brainchild of musician Ryota Nozaki, and the first
act I would recommend to anyone wanting to discover
the good stuff that Japan has to offer.
This one from 2008's "JTK" album has a late 70s disco
feel to it, sounding like a mash-up of "K-Jee" by Philly outfit
M.F.S.B., and the formation favourite "Let's Get It Together" by El Coco.
Mondo Grosso - "Life (M.G 2.7 Stepped Mix-Edit)"One of many winners from the fourth album by producer
Shinichi Osawa released in 2000.
Whilst this version has a UK garage feel to it, it's also
worth having a listen to the original latin-tinged version
of which the video can be seen here.
Casiopea - "FrouFrou"Taking it back a few decades, jazz-fusion four piece Casiopea
(pronounced Cash-ee-o-pee-a) who's synth lead rhythms
define what many may not view as a timeless musical era,
but are still worthy of inclusion, continuing to inspire many
future bands from Japan, with their energetic live shows.
Hajime Yoshizawa - "Believe Again"
Taken from the album "Music From The Edge Of The Universe"
a rather delightful collaboration with British vocalist
Vanessa Freeman, and a popular dancefloor favourite around the globe.
Bahia Sunsets - "Somewhere Not Here"
It was going to be a struggle choosing which song from the
amazing Monday Michiru to include in my jaunt through Japan,
but I decided to settle for this nice acoustic offering from a compilation
released by the Kyoto Jazz Massive in the mid 90s.
Monday Michiru Mariano being the daughter of a very talented
musical family...
Toshikyo Akiyoshi - "Manha Do Carnaval"
...including a very talented mother.
The American/Japanese musician and bandleader used her dual nationality
to help explore deeper themes within her music.
This track comes from a compilation compiled by Monday Michiru
showcasing some of her mother's lesser heard material.
Ellen Mcillwaine and Yukihiro Fukutomi - "Born Under A Bad Sign"
Originally recorded by Albert King, (and more infamously interpreted
by Homer Simpson), producer Fukotomi gives the blues standard
the broken beat treatment, with vocals from Ellen Mcillwaine.
United Future Organization featuring Dee Dee Bridgewater -
"Flying Saucer"
A Japanese/French nu-jazz duo formed in Shibuya and key players
in the 90s "acid jazz" scene.
This offering from their 1999 LP "Bon Voyage" features the
vocals of top jazz vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater, and unlike a fair
number of tunes I've featured, this one's rather timeless.
DJ Kawasaki - "You Can Make It" (KJM Cosmic House Mix)
Again it was hard to choose just one offering from the Kyoto Jazz Massive
so I've ended up going with one of their many remixes they've
produced over the years.
This one of DJ Kawasaki's house offering "You Can Make It" showcases
the combination of uplifting melodies with inspiring lyrical content
without being too preachy.
Shuya Okino - "Give Your Love a Chance"
Recently, one half of the KJM duo has gone solo and caused
quite a stir with his album "Destiny", the opening track covering
Rose Royce's "Still In Love" can be heard in the introduction
to this musical medley.
The album contains many other gems, including this 80s soul
inspired offering that's caught just as much attention in the UK
as it has in Okino's homeland.
Minako Yoshida - "Town"
I first discovered this via a cover of the tune by DJ Kawasaki
released on his "Black And Gold" covers album last year.
On hearing the original, it reminded me of many jazzy disco offerings
played on the radio whilst growing up in London at a very early age.
It's the memory of hearing the beats whilst being driven through
the bright lights of London late at night combined that started
my crazy obsession with the soulful and jazzy stuff.
Whilst it maybe slightly distanced from Japan, I can imagine this
would sound just as good being driven through Tokyo late at night
and the version I've included features some "additional cityscape"
noises and atmos, which hopefully adds something extra to the
already rousing rhythms.
Sunday, 1 December 2013
Show 170: Konnichi-Wow! - 01.12.13
Hour 1
Laura Mvula
"Green Garden"
Sing To The Moon
Sony
Personal Life
"Give Into The Night"
Morning Light
Expansion
The Doggett Brothers
"Reminds Me Of You"
DayLight
Doggett Brothers
Muzart
"Let There Be Harmony"
Muzart
Expansion
2013 Covers
Tracy Hamlin
"Never Too Much"
This Is My Life
DMH
Jamie Cullum
"Love For $ale" (Live At Abbey Road)
Momentum (Deluxe)
Universal
Omar
"There's Nothing Like This" (feat. Pino Palladino)
The Man
Freestyle
Alice Russell
"Retrograde"
WNYC Live Performance
Swingrowers
"Via Con Me"
Do Not Cover Part 1
Freshly Squeezed
Monday Michiru
"Celebrate" (Parabens)
Brasilified
Billboard Japan
Los Colorados
"U Can't Touch This"
Move It
Motor Entertainment
Smoking Cats
"Everyday"
Live Demo
Ahmed Sirour And Cleveland Jones
"Afro Blue"
Soundcloud
Blam Jam's Best Cover of 2013
Jessica Newry featuring Kalani Trinidad
"Butterfly"
Bandcamp
Hour 2: "Jazzed Up In Japan"
Jazztronik
"Real Clothes"
JTK
Pony Canyon
Mondo Grosso
"Life" (M.G. 2.7 Stepped Mix-Edit)
MG4
Sony Jazz
Casiopea
"FrouFrou"
Down Upbeat
Hajime Yoshizawa Ft. Vanessa Freeman
"Believe Again"
Music From The Edge Of The Universe
Geneon
Bahia Sunsets Feautuing Monday Michiru
"Somewhere Not Here"
Kyoto Jazz Massive - Various
For Life
Toshiko Akiyoshi
"Manha Do Carnaval"
Shibuya Jazz Classics
Solid
Ellen Mcilwaine and Yukihiro Fukutomi
"Born Under A Bad Sign"
12"
Routine Jazz
United Future Organization featuring Dee Dee Bridgewater
"Flying Saucer"
Bon Voyage
Mercury
DJ Kawasaki featuring Tasita D'Mour
"You Can Make It" (KJM Cosmic House Mix)
12"
Columbia
Shuya Okino
"Give Your Love A Chance"
Soul Togetherness Deluxe 2011
Expansion
Minako Yoshida
"Town"
Monsters In Town
Alfa
Be listening next Sunday, as Blam Jam reveals it's biggest
tunes of 2013! 6pm, Sunday 8th December, csrfm.com
Laura Mvula
"Green Garden"
Sing To The Moon
Sony
Personal Life
"Give Into The Night"
Morning Light
Expansion
The Doggett Brothers
"Reminds Me Of You"
DayLight
Doggett Brothers
Muzart
"Let There Be Harmony"
Muzart
Expansion
2013 Covers
Tracy Hamlin
"Never Too Much"
This Is My Life
DMH
Jamie Cullum
"Love For $ale" (Live At Abbey Road)
Momentum (Deluxe)
Universal
Omar
"There's Nothing Like This" (feat. Pino Palladino)
The Man
Freestyle
Alice Russell
"Retrograde"
WNYC Live Performance
Swingrowers
"Via Con Me"
Do Not Cover Part 1
Freshly Squeezed
Monday Michiru
"Celebrate" (Parabens)
Brasilified
Billboard Japan
Los Colorados
"U Can't Touch This"
Move It
Motor Entertainment
Smoking Cats
"Everyday"
Live Demo
Ahmed Sirour And Cleveland Jones
"Afro Blue"
Soundcloud
Blam Jam's Best Cover of 2013
Jessica Newry featuring Kalani Trinidad
"Butterfly"
Bandcamp
Hour 2: "Jazzed Up In Japan"
Jazztronik
"Real Clothes"
JTK
Pony Canyon
Mondo Grosso
"Life" (M.G. 2.7 Stepped Mix-Edit)
MG4
Sony Jazz
Casiopea
"FrouFrou"
Down Upbeat
Hajime Yoshizawa Ft. Vanessa Freeman
"Believe Again"
Music From The Edge Of The Universe
Geneon
Bahia Sunsets Feautuing Monday Michiru
"Somewhere Not Here"
Kyoto Jazz Massive - Various
For Life
Toshiko Akiyoshi
"Manha Do Carnaval"
Shibuya Jazz Classics
Solid
Ellen Mcilwaine and Yukihiro Fukutomi
"Born Under A Bad Sign"
12"
Routine Jazz
United Future Organization featuring Dee Dee Bridgewater
"Flying Saucer"
Bon Voyage
Mercury
DJ Kawasaki featuring Tasita D'Mour
"You Can Make It" (KJM Cosmic House Mix)
12"
Columbia
Shuya Okino
"Give Your Love A Chance"
Soul Togetherness Deluxe 2011
Expansion
Minako Yoshida
"Town"
Monsters In Town
Alfa
Be listening next Sunday, as Blam Jam reveals it's biggest
tunes of 2013! 6pm, Sunday 8th December, csrfm.com
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