Song of the Day: Michael Karoli & Polly Eltes “Home Truths”
Michael Karoli and Polly Eltes' "Home Truths" is strange and wonderful music that feels like it exists outside of time and place. The post Song of the Day: Michael Karoli & Polly Eltes “Home...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Marc Ribot y Los Cubanos Postizos “Aquí Como Allá”
Avant-jazz guitarist Marc Ribot takes a fresh, tasteful, and modern approach to some classic Arsenio Rodriguez-penned source material. The post Song of the Day: Marc Ribot y Los Cubanos Postizos “Aquí...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Willie “The Lion” Smith “Echoes of Spring”
"Echoes of Spring" is an elegant masterpiece by one of the originators of stride piano, Willie "The Lion" Smith. The post Song of the Day: Willie “The Lion” Smith “Echoes of Spring” appeared first on...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Sonny Sharrock “Who Does She Hope To Be?”
"Who Does She Hope To Be?" is a gorgeous, downbeat ballad from bent jazz guitar genius and innovator, Sonny Sharrock. The post Song of the Day: Sonny Sharrock “Who Does She Hope To Be?” appeared first...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Smoke “Shelda”
"Shelda" is a great chill-out track that kicks off the second album from obscure psychedelic/ jazz fusion act, Smoke. The post Song of the Day: Smoke “Shelda” appeared first on DJ D-Mac & Associates.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Henri Texier “Les Là-Bas” (Bonobo Remix)
Bonobo's remix of Henri Texier's slinky jazz/pop number for Ninja Tune is remix culture at its absolute finest. The post Song of the Day: Henri Texier “Les Là-Bas” (Bonobo Remix) appeared first on DJ...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Archie Shepp “Song for Mozambique”
"Song for Mozambique" by Archie Shepp is a gorgeous jazz poem that fuses the avant-garde with the rhythms of African music. The post Song of the Day: Archie Shepp “Song for Mozambique” appeared first...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Weather Report “Boogie Woogie Waltz”
Weather Report's "Boogie Woogie Waltz" is an infectiously funky track that showcases what made the original line-up of the group so special. The post Song of the Day: Weather Report “Boogie Woogie...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Os Mulheres Negras “Mãoscolorida”
Os Mulheres Negras' "Mãoscolorida" is at turns, a gorgeous and haunting, minimalist experimental jazz odyssey. The post Song of the Day: Os Mulheres Negras “Mãoscolorida” appeared first on DJ D-Mac...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Bobby Timmons “This Here”
"This Here" is a characteristically soulful composition by the formidable and unique jazz pianist, Bobby Timmons. The post Song of the Day: Bobby Timmons “This Here” appeared first on DJ D-Mac &...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Bobby Hutcherson “Catta”
Bobby Hutcherson's read on "Catta", from his debut LP as a leader, finds the talented vibesman fostering a genuine sense of musical dialogue. The post Song of the Day: Bobby Hutcherson “Catta” appeared...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Big Band Katowice “Sorcery”
Polish jazz band Big Band Katowice's read Keith Jarrett's composition, "Sorcery", is a masterful take on the jazz fusion standard. The post Song of the Day: Big Band Katowice “Sorcery” appeared first...
View ArticleSong of the Day (Shocktober): Andrew Hill “Dance With Death”
Andrew Hill's eerie, intelligent and dynamic composition, "Dance With Death" is one of the great jazz pianist's very best. The post Song of the Day (Shocktober): Andrew Hill “Dance With Death” appeared...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Vince Guaraldi Trio “Thanksgiving Theme”
Everyone here at DJ D-Mac would like to wish you a happy Thanksgiving with this theme by the Vince Guaraldi Trio. The post Song of the Day: Vince Guaraldi Trio “Thanksgiving Theme” appeared first on DJ...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Terry Callier “Can’t Catch The Trane”
Terry Callier's "Can't Catch The Trane" is a gorgeous melding of jazz, folk and soul by the immensely talented singer/songwriter. The post Song of the Day: Terry Callier “Can’t Catch The Trane”...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Alice Coltrane “Turiya And Ramakrishna”
"Turiya And Ramakrishna" is a gorgeous mystical jazz ballad that showcases Alice Coltrane's unique approach to the piano. The post Song of the Day: Alice Coltrane “Turiya And Ramakrishna” appeared...
View ArticleSong of the Day: OutKast “My Favorite Things”
The boys from Atlanta took this Christmas classic further into the future than Rodgers and Hammerstein could have ever imagined. The post Song of the Day: OutKast “My Favorite Things” appeared first on...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Galt McDermot (1928-2018) “Coffee Cold”
"Coffee Cold" is a prime example of the genius of pianist and composer Galt McDermot, who passed away yesterday. The post Song of the Day: Galt McDermot (1928-2018) “Coffee Cold” appeared first on DJ...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Billie Holiday “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm (Yesking...
Yesking turns in a stunning dub-inflected remix of the venerable Billie Holiday wintertime classic that flips the original on its head. The post Song of the Day: Billie Holiday “I’ve Got My Love To...
View ArticleOur Favorite Records of 2018
The team here at DJ D-Mac highlights some of our favorite records of 2018 from across the wide and wonderful world of music. The post Our Favorite Records of 2018 appeared first on DJ D-Mac &...
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