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  • Welcome to another edition of Mestizo Sounds!

    My new program is called "Trash," named in tribute to the New York Dolls. The music I've selected reflects the urgency of rock and roll and the punk attitude. There are some well-known groups and some obscure bands. This show really rocks!

    PLAYLIST

    1- Pablo Picasso - MODERN LOVERS (USA)

    2- Bone Machine - PIXIES (USA)

    3- Ride on Rebecka ride on - SINNERS (SWEDEN)

    4- Trash - NEW YORK DOLLS (USA)

    5- Birth school work death - GODFATHERS (UK)

    6- Can’t stop me - LOVED ONES (USA)

    7- Secret agent man - DEVO (USA)

    8- Another letter - WIRE (UK)

    9- Euthanasie - OLIVENSTEINS (FRANCE)

    10- Hand of law - RADIO BIRDMAN (AUSTRALIA)

    11- Wild Thing - SENATOR EVERETT McKinley - artist name of comedian Bill Minkin to release a single in 1967 giving an impression of a senator of the same name (USA)

    12- Turn your head around - TOTAL REJECTIONS (UK)

    13- Down on my knees - WILMER X (SWEDEN)

    14- Touchy touchy baby - JEFF DAHL (USA)

    16- Is this love kills - BOBBY RAMONE (anonymous band recording Bob Marley covers in the Ramones style (FRANCE)

    17- There but for the grace of God - GORIES (USA)

    18- Archienemigo - DAWHOLENCHILADA (SPAIN)

    19- Betty vs the NYPD - JON SPENCER BLUES BAND (USA)

    20- Where did she come from - HARD-ONS (AUSTRALIA)

    21- Where were you - MEKONS (UK)

    22- Waiting for the D Train - YOKO ONO PLASTIC ONO BAND (JAPAN/USA)

    23- Oooh baby - ASIE PAYTON & GO GITTAS CAMP (contains a sample of ASIE PAYTON’s “I love you”- (USA)

    24- Esp - HOODED FANG (CANADA)

  • Welcome to the first in the series, where I will take you to explore Africa's unbelievable talent which I call the Troubadours of Africa. The world of jazz has always been a vibrant tapestry woven with diverse threads from various musical traditions. One of the most enriching and captivating influences has been African music.

    Jazz Matters’ latest series, “The Troubadours of Africa,” celebrates the extraordinary contributions of African artists to the global jazz scene. In Part 1 of this series, with my playlist, I delve into the profound impact and rich legacy of some of Africa's most iconic musicians, whose works have resonated worldwide.

    Enjoy the music I love.

    Essential info.

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    A Blog supporting this Medley

    https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/the-troubadours-of-africa-part-1

    A Blog looking at the cross-pollination of Cuban and African music

    https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/troubadours-of-afrika

    Playlist

    Issa Bagayogo – Timbuktu

    Richard Bona - Bisso Baba (Always together)

    Pape Fall - Doumou Ndeye

    Amadou & Mariam – Coulibaly

    Habib Koité – Namania

    Ismaél Lö - Jammu Africa

    The Very Best - Hear Me

    Ali Farka Touré – Savane

    Papa Noel and Papi Oviedo – Juliana

    Ethan Tomas - I AM AN AFRICAN

    Nduduzo Makhathini - Water Spirits (Izinkonjana)

    Diabel Cissokho - Dembo

    Fatoumata Diawara – Sowa

    Abdullah Ibrahim - Dollar Brand - Whoza Mtwana

    Amadou & Mariam, Santigold - Dougou Badia (feat. Santigold)

    Fatoumata Diawara – Sowa

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  • I've selected a mix of Afro music from various genres for my new musical podcast, which I've named Afrodisis. Isis was the Goddess of Magic, so the enchanting rhythms of Afro music create an uncontrollable formula for getting you to dance and have a great time. Enjoy!

    website - www.jazzmattersuk.com

    PLAYLIST:

    1- She was the one - FANIA ALL STARS

    2- Paul’s happy - MONTANA (PHILLY SOUND WORKS)

    3- Y que tu quieres que te den - ADALBERTO ALVAREZ Y SU SON

    4- Roots suite (Ajomora/ Going back to my roots) - ODYSSEY (sample drums from Paul’s happy-MONTANA)

    5- Kalimbo - AFRICANISM ALL STARS

    6-Moments in Soul - JT & BIG FAMILY

    7- Sou Negrao - RAPPING HOOD

    8- Atrvesar - JAZZ JUICE

    9- Africa - THE LIGHT OF SABA

    10- (Somebody got) Soul Soul Soul - THE WILD MAGNOLIAS

    11- Guitarra - (bonus faixas from the album BRAZILIAN BREAK & BEATS)

    12- Death of the revolution - QUANTIC presenta FLOWERING INFERNO

    13- Chatty chatty Mouth - SUGAR MINOTT

  • The Sounds of Colombia is a selection of music made in Colombia. My focus is on the Afro Sounds and Tropical rhythms.

    Cumbia is a native style created in Colombia that has had a broad impact in Latin American countries and also in Europe with musicians such as Will Holland (Quantic), Richard Blair "Sidestepper", Manu Chao, Joan Garriga (Dusminguet and Trova Kungfu bands) or Sargent Garcia.

    We will listen to some of the legends of Colombian music like Toto La Momposina, Fruko y sus Tesos, Joe Arroyo or Andres Landero.

    The show also includes the current wave of great musicians. Among these are Los Aterciopelados, Bomba Estereo, Ondatropica, La Chiva Gantiva, ChicQuibTown, Mojarra Eléctrica or Pernett & The Caribbean Ravers. Colombia has never stopped producing new genres of syncopated styles and many excellent bands and musicians.

    Info

    website - www.jazzmattersuk.com

    Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections

    PLAYLIST:

    1- La Preñá - OSUNLADE (Yoruba Soul Mix)

    2- Pacífico - AFROSOUND

    3- Abran Paso - ELKIN & NELSON

    4- The Caribbean Raver - PERNETT & THE CARIBBEAN RAVERS

    5- La Primavera - MICHI SARMIENTO Y SUS BRAVOS

    6- Lambada de Oceanica, África y América - LOS PIRAÑAS

    7- Cumbia en do menor - LITO BARRIENTOS Y SU ORQUESTA

    8- Esclavo moderno - MANUEL ÁLVAREZ Y SUS DANGERS

    9- Milé (hombre borracho) - TOTO LA MOMPOSINA

    10- Pal’ Bailador - JOE ARROYO

    11- Mambo loco - ANIBAL VELASQUEZ Y SU CONJUNTO

    12- Logos - SIDESTEPPER

    13- Las Mellas - Andres Landero

    14- La jungla - FLACO FLOW & MELANINA

    15- Somos Pacificos - CHOCQUIBTOWN

    16- Calle 19 - MOJARRA ELÉCTRICA

    17- La Zenaida - ARMANDO HERNÁNDEZ Y SU CONJUNTO

    18- Salsa No Ma - FRUKO Y SUS TESOS

    19- Las caleñas son como las flores - LATIN BROTHERS

    20- Bolero falaz - LOS ATERCIOPELADOS

    21- Atole (remix) - BOMBA ESTEREO

    22- Suena - ONDATROPICA

    23- Para arriba - LA CHIVA GANTIVA

    24- El malemute - LA MAMBANEGRA

    25- Real - LA ETNNIA

    26- Lluvia con Nieve - ASILO 38

    27- La pluma - BLOQUE DE BUSQUEDA

    28- Tongala (el sapo) - SON PALENQUE

    29- El abanico - WGANDA KENYA

  • Welcome to "Jazz Matters", your monthly passport to the world of jazz. This month's Show is my personal nod to International Jazz Day. Here, I celebrate the genre's magnificent diversity, a dazzling tapestry woven from the threads of countless cultures and eras.

    Forget the dusty stereotype of jazz confined to smoky clubs. This vibrant music form pulsates with a global heartbeat. Prepare to be surprised! This month, I will be venturing beyond borders, exploring the fiery rhythms and the spirit of jazz. It'll ignite your senses with the electrifying energy of fusion and the smooth grooves of nu-jazz. But that's just the first leg of our journey!

    Here's the exciting part: I've meticulously curated a selection of hidden gems discovered on my jazz odyssey. These musical treasures await you to unearth, each adding a unique colour to our global jazz portrait.

    But the adventure doesn't end there! my website is your one-stop shop for everything jazz. Listen to music on demand with my built-in player, delve into insightful blog posts, lose yourself in captivating music videos, and get up close and personal with the artists shaping the future of jazz through exclusive interviews.

    Still not satisfied? My Linkhub is your ultimate jazz companion. It connects you to all my social media channels, keeping you in the loop on all things jazz. Plus, I’m building a treasure trove of "good stuff" – additional content you won't want to miss.

    So, join me on "Jazz Matters." and embark on a jazz adventure, celebrating the boundless spirit of jazz together. Have a specific region, era, or artist you're curious about? Send me an email – I love tailoring future shows to your interests! After all, "Jazz Matters" fosters a thriving community where the love of jazz knows no bounds.

    Essential Info

    Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com

    A blog supporting this Show - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-show-may-2024

    Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections

    For all social media links and more visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub

    Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about

    Email - [email protected]

    Enjoy the music I love

    Playlist

    Amancio D’Silva - A Street In Bombay

    Kahil ElZahr - Ritual trio - Tribute to Malachi Favors

    The Lloyd Mcneil Quartet – ASHA

    Nik Bärtsch’s RONIN RHYTHM CLAN - Modul 22

    Leon Thomas - Shape Your Mind To Die

    Les McCann, Eddie Harris - Compared to What - Live at Montreux

    Fergus McCreadie - Stony Gate

    Remy Le Boeuf’s Assembly of Shadows - Stop and Go

    Brian Blade Fellowship Variations of a Bloodline

    Kamaal Williams – Stings

    Build An Ark - Precious, Priceless

    The Swing Prophets – Kalahari

    Kelan Phil Cohran & Legacy – White Nile

    Lonnie Liston Smith & the Cosmic Echoes - Sais (Egypt)

    Harry Beckett - Rings Within Rings

  • World music has a special place in my musical heart and was started by the ground breaking UK group Osibisa in the early 70s with the single music for a Gong Gong, where they created a new genre of music that originated from the early 20th century, Highlife music that is characterised by jazzy horns, multiple guitars and an up-tempo, synth-driven sound.

    Then came along the song that launched Osibisa, ‘Sunshine Day, the band set my musical ears, heart and soul alight when they Combined disparate sounds from Africa, America, the Caribbean, Osibisa broke traditional genre boundaries to emerge as the ultimate African band for me.

    This was the start of my appreciation and love for world music, after hearing Osibisa I found a record store that specialized in Reggae/Ska and African music, with guidance from the owner and some of the customers, that started my wonderful journey along the musical yellow brick road of world music.

    Please enjoy the music I love

    Ray.

    Essential Info

    Website - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com

    Blogs – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs

    Jazz Matters Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections

    Jazz Matters Info – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-ray

    Email - [email protected]

    Playlist

    Tony Allen, Res, Ray Lema, Baaba Maal, Positive Black Soul, Archie Shepp - No Agreement - (Full Version)

    Adekunle Gold, Seun Kuti - Mr. Foolish (feat. Seun Kuti.1)

    Karn Jaile - return from exile

    Femi Kuti - Victim of Life

    White Label

    Bokoor Band - Onukpa Shawarpo

    Chico César – Mama Africa

    The Kutimangoes – Money is The Curse

    George Darko - Medo Menuanom 12 inch Version

    Feqadu Amde – Asmarina

    Salif Keita Ntoman – Africando

    Dido, Youssou N'Dour - 7 Seconds - Live at Live 8, Palais de Versailles,

    Jowee Omicil - Mande Lolo

    JISR - Musaka

  • Periodically, I release an assortment of music I've dubbed "Forgotten Treasures." This ongoing project sprang to life amidst the digitization of my music collection.

    As I digitised my music collection from cassette tape, reel to reel and CD, I stumble upon a trove of music that had long evaded my ears, having been tucked away awaiting rediscovery, music that has been buried beneath the layers of time lay a wealth of musical gems that had slipped from my regular rotation. ‘’Forgotten Treasures" was born, a celebration of the overlooked and neglected tunes that once graced my ears.

    The playlist is in no particular order, genre, style or time, just as I stumble on the musical gems, I say to myself ‘’I’ve really missed you’’.

    Please enjoy the music I love

    Ray

    Essential Info

    website - www.jazzmattersuk.com

    Blogs - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs

    Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections

    Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about

    email - [email protected]

    Music

    Santana - Eternal Caravan of Reincarnation

    Patricia Barber You & The Night & The Music

    Miles Davis - All Blues

    Courtney Pine - Children Of The Ghetto

    John Handy - Hard Work

    Philippe Saisse - La Vie

    Nitin Sawney - Broken Skin

    Pat Metheny Group Follow Me

    https://www.patmetheny.com/features/imaginary/tracks.htm

    Terry Callier - Lazarus Man from the album Timepiece

    https://www.theguardian.com/music/2012/oct/30/terry-callier

    Charles Earland, Freddie Hubbard, Joe Henderson – Leaving this planet

  • After two months of inactivity, I am happy to present another new programme for NuDirections.

    The program under the name Rise Above aims to help people overcome the sadness and devastation caused by a world in conflict. Never underestimate the healing power of music.

    I have included some of my favourite tunes I regularly spin at Big Hands, the coolest bar in Manchester, as well as some discoveries like the talented Jon Lucien. I highly recommend listening to his song "Would You Believe in Me" - he may not be a current singer, but he is truly amazing.

    Good music is timeless and always worth discovering. Another discovery is the vibrant dancehall tune of More Justice and Truth by Virgin Island’s reggae star Pressure Busspipe.

    Another novelty I found recently, is the great tune of Say Truth by Fred Fisher Atalobhor. Inside my DJ boxes, I get my most regular artist's music played in my sets. There you will find Manu Chao, Joe Bataan, Dreadzone, Mo-Horizons, Zulu 9.30, International Velvet and Planet Hemp. Of course, Hip hop artist and producer from Dallas Oneofus with the great track and theme of the programme.

    Last but not least, Jah is forever is beautiful melody of lovers Rock by Swish Reggae producer Elijah Solomon and and Jamaican singer Glen Washington. My selection is a bunch of exciting tunes for empowering our minds and souls to Rise Above.

    Playlist

    1- Baby Shiva - International Velvet (featuring Mustafa Akbar and Roots of See-I)

    2- More Justice and truth - Pressure

    3- Say the truth - Fred Fisher Atalobhor and his Ogiza Dance Band

    4- Would you believe in me - Jon Lucien

    5- Muchacho ordinario - Joe Bataan

    6- Me provoca te ver - Manu Chao & Chalart 58

    7- Mountain - Dreadzone

    8- Frisson - Mukta

    9- Southern Fried Funky Lovesong - Mo’Horizons

    10- Era - Zulu 9.30

    11- A culpa é de Quem - Planet Hemp

    12- Rise Above - One of Us (featuring Flotation and Molecular)

    13 Jah is forever - Elijah (featuring Glen Washington)

  • Although my playlist is not strictly Brazilian, I have opened my selection with Michel Camilo In the realm of music, there are few artists as versatile and captivating as Michel Camilo. Renowned for his mastery of multiple genres including Jazz, Classical, Popular, and World music, Camilo stands out not only as a virtuosic pianist but also as a composer whose compositions are infused with the vibrant rhythms of the Caribbean and the sophisticated harmonies of jazz.

    Amongst the playlist are giants and future giants of the Brazilian/Latin music world.

    For more detailed information, please go to my website a see the blog supporting this Brazilian music selection.

    My passion for Jazz encompasses a rich spectrum, spanning World Music, Fusion, NuJazz, timeless Blue Note classics, and an array of musical gems discovered on my journey.

    I invite you to join me in a monthly showcase, where I will unveil special features and thoughtfully curated selections from this expansive musical tapestry.

    Additionally, Please stay locked to my podcast platforms for supported specials and selections throughout the month enhancing the musical experience

    Also visit my website for my music player, blogs, music videos, interviews and much more not forgetting my own Linkhub for all social media links and other good stuff.

    For more information about this rich playlist and informative blogs dedicated to my Podcasts please visit -

    Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com

    Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections

    Social media links and more visit my Linkhub. www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub

    Jazz Matters Info - www.jazzmattersuk.com/about

    Email - [email protected]

    Enjoy the music I love

    Ray

  • Welcome to the March 2024 edition of Jazz Matters! I've curated a playlist brimming with diversity and intrigue, aiming to captivate your musical senses. One artist that’s truly a personal discovery for me is Laurie Anderson. Her work, especially "Born, Never Asked," left me spellbound upon my first listen. It's a remarkable piece that compelled me to explore more of her captivating repertoire. Be sure to visit her website (https://laurieanderson.com/about/) and delve deeper into her mesmerizing soundscapes.

    Essential Info

    Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com

    Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections

    Blogs - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs

    Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about

    email - [email protected]

    Playlist

    Lucien Johnson - Ancient Relics

    Laurie Anderson - Born, Never Asked

    Olli Ahvelahti - Paint It Blue

    Kamasi Washington – Prologue

    Néstor Ålvarez - Original Gravity (Parts 1 & 2)

    Matthew Halsall - Bright Sparkling Light

    Between - Brain Wave

    Amanda Whiting ft. Peach – Intertwined

    The Lloyd McNeil Quartet – Asha

    Brian Jackson - Mami Wata

  • This is the second in a series of music selections inspired by the music from Black Jazz Records.

    The founders were Gene Russell and Dick Schory who created the record label around 1969 and released albums from 1971 to 1975, promoting the talents of young African American jazz musicians and singers

    With the turn of the turn-of-the-seventies and the emergence of revolutionary developments from Electric Miles, Pharoah Sanders, Alice Coltrane and

    John Coltrane, the funky mutations of soul and jazz, Black Jazz Records took full advantage of all the possibilities that lay ahead for jazz.

    Black Jazz Records was the first black-owned jazz label in 50 years and they achieved the kind of music status that most ’70s and '80s indie record labels could barely dream of.

    Later DJs Gilles Peterson and Theo Parrish, made mixes and a compilation album focusing on the Black Jazz label. Through the music, you will hear in my first mix I hope to give you a flavour of what they brought to the jazz world, and how much the music from Black Jazz Records means to me from their short existence.

    A further note – in 1971, the first Black Jazz Record album released was Gene Russell’s New Direction, which inspired the birth of NuDirections.

    Although the label only lasted a little over five years Black Jazz Records carved its place in the history of jazz.

    Info

    For more information about this rich playlist and an informative blog dedicated to my Black Jazz Records music selection please visit: https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-digs-black-jazz-records-selection-2Blogs - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogswebsite - www.raysroom.orgemail - [email protected] Player - https://pod.co/nudirectionsJazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about

    Please enjoy the music I love from different times and different places.

    Ray

    Playlist

    Artist - Track – (Album)

    The Awakening - Kera's Dance (Hear, Sense and Feel)

    Gene Russell - Get Down

    Kellee Patterson - Maiden Voyage

    Doug Carn – Moon Child

    Message From the Tribe - Space Odyssey

    Message From the Tribe - Beneficent

    Rudolph Johnson - The Highest Pleasure

    Walter Bishop Jr. - Soul Village

    Doug Carn – Acknowledgment

    Chester Thompson - Power House

    Calvin Kets - Aunt Lovey

  • Mestizo Sounds presenta el libro Les Mamarraches. Entrevistamos a su autora, Amaia Santana. El libro que recoge el relevo de La conjura de los Necios de John Kennedy Toole para entrar en el nuevo milenio. Cuando las personas explotadas laboralmente y Pobres Diablos de este mundo se rebelan contra las mamarrachadas de sus jefes, influencers y déspotas de poca monta.

    Mestizo Sounds presents the book Les Mamarraches. We interviewed its author, Amaia Santana. The book that takes up the baton of John Kennedy Toole's A Confederacy of Dunces to enter the new millennium. When the exploited people and Poor Devils of this world rebel against the nonsense of their bosses, influencers and small-time despots.

    Website – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com

    Linkhub – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub

    Music Player - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/music-play

    Playlist

    1- Sunny Afternoon – THE KINKS

    2- Mathilda – SCOTT WALKER

    3- I Ain’t Miracle Worker – THE BROGUES

    4- Underdog – SLY AND THE FAMILY STONE

    5- Molino al Viento – LOS MUSTANG

    6- Something Inside Me – FLEETWOOD MAC

    7- Gloria: In Excelsis Deo – PATTI SMITH

  • I would like to announce some changes to my shows and mixes starting this month. The updated aim is to enhance your listening experience and provide additional resources for those who crave deeper engagement with the music.

    Streamlined Track Information: While I'll continue to provide essential details about the tracks played, I'm introducing a new approach for in-depth information. Dedicated blog posts on my website will offer comprehensive write-ups, complete with rich descriptions, photos, and insights for each track.

    My mixes are also evolving. As my musical journey continues, I'm changing to selections that resonate with my musical taste. You'll hear a running order announcement at the beginning of each mix, with further exploration available on the blog posts.

    Shows and Selection blogs will be linked directly in the playlist for your convenience.

    I hope you embrace this fresh approach! Let's embark on this exciting new chapter together.

    Essential info

    Music is free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections

    A blog supporting this Show - https://www.raysroom.org/blogs/jazz-matters-february-2024

    Website - Dive into my content, Blogs, Music Videos and Interviews - https://www.raysroom.org

    For all social media links and more visit my own connect hub. https://www.raysroom.org/ndfm-connecthub

    Jazz Matters Info - https://www.raysroom.org/jazz-matters

    Email - [email protected]

    Enjoy the music I love

    Ray

    Playlist

    Artist - Track - (Album)

    Detroit Experiment - Space Odyssey

    Chip Wickham - Stratopheric

    Tall bird – cheerish

    Melodiesinfonie – Enjoy Your Life

    Lakecia Benjamin - New Mornings (Phoenix)

    Kahil El'Zabar Ethnic Heritage Ensemble Dwight Trible David Ornette Cherry – Harvest Time (Harvest Time)

    Espen Eriksen Trio and Andy Sheppard - mystery track

    Camilla George – Ukponp

    Jasmine Myra – 1000 Miles

    The Jakob Manz Project – Prospering

    Danny Keane - Afro Cello - Super Full Moon Rework

    William Eaton Ensemble - Keyenta Crossing

    Joe Chambers - Dance Kobina (Dance Kobina)

    Huw Marc Bennett – Y Gwydd

    Isobella Burnham – In Power

    Malcolm Jiyane Tree-O – Moshe

    Latrama – Sitaare

    Latrama, La Já - Sedah

    Manu Katché - Keep On Trippin' (Touchstone For Manu) ECM

    Quantic - The 5th Exotic - The 5th Exotic

    The Brecker Brothers - African Skies (Out Of The Loop)

    Ghjazz Collective - Nana fre me (Nana fre me)

  • CRAIC AGUS CEOL is an Irish expression meaning live music and having fun.

    I hope this tribute to Irish music brings you the excitement and good times that live Irish music brings about. Ireland is a medium-sized island of over 7 million people. Despite that, its worldwide cultural influence in literature and music has outweighed its size.

    Like islands such as Cuba, Jamaica and Great Britain, its musical contribution has been extraordinary. These four islands are important musical Meccas. Mestizo Sounds has already made programmes on the music of Cuba, Jamaica’s paramount record label Studio One or about the Mods youth musical movement in Great Britain.

    Now, this show wants to present some of the Irish great talents. You will listen to traditional and modern music and a blend of both.

    Craic Agus Cell is in the memory of Shane McGowan and Sinead O’Connor.

    Info

    website - www.raysroom.org

    email - [email protected]

    Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections

    Check out our coming content platform - 2BJazz - for Blogs - Interviews - Music Videos - Images - Albums

    https://www.raysroom.org/2bjazz-1

    Playlist

    1- Spanish Lady - SHANE MACGOWAN & THE POPES

    2- Cliffs of Dooneen - CHRISTY MOORE

    3- Gloria - U2

    4- My lonely sad eyes - THEM

    5- Hidden love/Sheila Coyles - FOUR MEN & A DOG

    6- Calling card - RORY GALLAGUER

    7- Ode ti a black man - PHIL LYNNOT

    8- My perfect cousin - THE UNDERTONES

    9- Sweet thing - VAN MORRISON

    10- The sick bed of Cuchulainn - THE POGUES

    11- Alternative Ulster - STIFF LITTLE FINGERS

    12- Call me - IMELDA MAY

    13- Fire on Babylon - SINÉAD O’CONNOR

    14- Echoes in Rain - ENYA

    15- Molly Malone - THE DUBLINERS

    16- Year’s grave - THE CRANBERRIES

    17- In ár gCroithe go deo - FONTAINES DC

    18- Lord Abore and Mary Flynn - LANKUM

    19- Fisherman’s blues - WATERBOYS

    20- The boys are back in town - THIN LIZZY

    21- The man who built America - HORSLIPS

    22- Haunted - SHANE MACGOWAN & THE POPES

    23- Lullaby for the dead - THE CHIEFTAINS featuring MAYA BRENNAN

    24- Farewell to Ireland - THE DUBLINERS

  • Welcome to the Funkinsoul show with me JB on NuDirections FM. This month's show is about protest and uprising. From Billie Holiday's heart-rending Strange Fruit released in 1939 to recent tracks shouting out police brutality, this show goes deep. I hope you enjoy the music.

    Tracklist

    1. Kendrick Lamar - blood

    2. Akua Naru - The block

    3. Anderson Paak - lockdown

    4. Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper, 9th Wonder and Kamasi Washington - Freeze tag

    5. HER - I can't breathe

    6, John Legend and The Roots - hang on in there

    7. Common fest Stevie Wonder - Black America again

    8. Gil Scott Heron - the revolution will not be televised

    9. Marvin Gaye - what's going on

    10. Billy Paul - am I black enough for you

    11. Marc Mac - revolutionary action

    12. J Period feat Dead Prez, Sa-roc and Maimouna Yourself - Soldiers

    13. Kendrick Lamar - alright 1

    4. KRS One - sound of da police

    15. M.I.A - paper planes

    16. Public Enemy - fight the power

    17. Sa-roc feat David Banner - the who

    18. Tiggs da Author - enough 19. Linton Kwesi Johnson - five nights of bleeding

    20. Bob Marley and the Wailers - slave driver

    21. Max Romeo - no peace

  • Playlist:

    1- Talk about love - PIC AND BILL

    2- Both ends against the middle - JACKE MOORE

    3- I’ve just gotta tell somebody - GLORYA LYNNE

    4- What’s with this loneliness - CHUCK JACKSON

    5- Has it happened to you yet? - THE FALCONS

    6- Color him father - THE WINSTONS

    7- Pick up the pieces - THE TEMPEST (THE ROYALS)

    8- Soul captives - WAILERS

    9- Rudi’s in love - LOS BRAVOS

    10- I hate hate - RAZZY

    11- Girl from the mountain - GUETTO BROTHERS

    12- Talk to me - SUNNY AND THE SUNLINERS

    13- Kulala - MIRIAM MAKEBA

    14- Esta én canção - TIM MAIA

    15- The limit of a man - STONE FOUNDATION (featuring LAVILLE)

    16- Without a heart - SHARON JONES & THE DAP-KINGS

    17 - I’d rather go bling - ETTA JAMES

    18- Do right woman, do right man - ARETHA FRANKLIN

    19- It’s over - COUNTRY SOUL REVIEW (featuring GEORGE SOULE)

    20- Woman’s got soul - THE IMPRESSIONS

    21- Candy - THE ASTORS

    22- You’ve been gone too long- ANNE SEXTON

    23- I am the black gold of the sun - ROTARY CONNECTION

  • Playlist

    COEO - Cabrio Mango

    Juan Mejia - Sazon (Mijangos Afroflamenco Remix)

    G. Zamora - Trajin

    Jon Mavek feat. E.L.F. - Riva Del Mare Parte Uno

    Daniel Carrasco, DJ Cocodil - La Parker

    Damir Pushkar - La Casa

    Faze Action - Zeke Manyika - Mangwana

    Joeski, Xiomara, Adrian ViaFara - A La Vida feat. Xiomara

    Inaky Garcia, Jerry Davila, Mimi Barber - Cada Vez

    Doug Gomez, Manybeat - Mar Caribe

    Dany Cohiba - Chica Colombiana

    Inaky Garcia, Manybeat - Cumbancha

    HallexM, QVLN - Periodico de Ayer

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  • Looking back at 2023 at the music that went under my radar, or I should have played and that I have played.

    I just can't believe some of the music that has been put out in 2023, there have been so many times my breath has been taken away by what I have listened to and where it has taken me.

    So this show is just not a round up of 2023, it’s what I have listened to during the year be it old or be it new.

    Info

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    2BJazz – Content - Blogs - Interviews - Music Videos - Images - Albums

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    My Info - https://www.raysroom.org/introducing-ray

    Please enjoy the music I love from different times and different places.

    MCR

    Playlist

    Artist - Track - (Album)

    DoomCannon Lex Amor – Time feat (Lex Amor)

    Thiago Espirito Santo Bruno Cardozo Cuca Teixeira Josué Lopez - The Guardian (Open Roads)

    The Circling Sun – Jewel (The Circling Sun.1)

    Antônio Neves Marcos Esguleba – A Pegada Agora E Essa

    Kamaal Williams – Dogtown

    Joshua Moshe – Levels

    Kahil ElZahr - Ritual trio – AFRICANOS-LATINOS

    Jas Kayser, Ava Joseph, Giacomo Smith – Darness in The Light ( Darkness in The Light.1)

    Ezra Collective - Samuel L Riddim (Samuel L Riddim)

    Isobella Burnham – In Power

    Ambala, Laid Back – Walk With The Dreamers

    Danny Keane – Afro Cello – Super Full Moon Rework

    Brian Blade - Live By The Sword

    Tristan Banks, Paul Booth, John Crawford and, Davide Mantovani - Dust Devil

    Aja Monet - Why My Love

    Leon Phal - Balanced Action

    Surprise Chef - Pash Rash

    Antônio Neves Marcos Esguleba – A Pegada Agora E Essa

    Janek Gwizdala – Night Watch

    Me’shell NdegeOchllo – God Shiva

    Rymden - The Norwegian Radio Orchestra - Free as a Bird

    Matthew Halsall - An Ever Changing View ( An Ever Changing View)

    Gratts featuring Nathan Haines & Mr. Beale – Sun Circles – Original Version

    Isaiah J Thompson The Soul Messenger (The Power of the Spirit)

  • Antonio Forcione is an artist in every sense of the word, hailed as one of the most charismatic, unconventional guitarists at large in the musical world today. With a host of international awards under his belt, this eclectic composer never ceases to stun his audience on stage, leading him to be referred to as the ‘Jimi Hendrix of the acoustic guitar”. His solo performances never fail to bring the house down, let alone when he is performing in duo, as a trio, or with his quartet of international musicians. He breaks the mould of most conventional guitar sounds, be it in the field of jazz, Spanish, African, Brazilian or improvised music, with ferocious virtuosity, passion and humour. He has shared the stage and recorded with some of the world’s most accomplished musicians including Charlie Haden, Angelique Kidjo, Trilok Gurtu, Larry Coryell, Diego el Cigala and many more (see list below) as well as supporting giants such as Phil Collins, Bobby McFerrin, Zucchero and Van Morrison amongst others.

    For more Info - Antonio Forcione Blog - https://www.raysroom.org/blogs/antonio-forcione

    Info

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    Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections

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    Antonio Forcione Website - https://www.antonioforcione.com/

    Please enjoy the music I love from different times and different places.

    MCR

    Playlist

    Artist - Track - (Album)

    Antonio Forcione - Heartbeat (Live)

    Antonio Forcione Quartet – Attempo (Live) - (Antonio Forcione Quartet) In Concert)

    AKA Trio – Joy – (Joy)

    Antonio Forcione & Sabina Sciubba – Why can't we live together - (Meet Me In London)

    Antonio Forcione – Maurizo’s Party - (Ghetto Paradise)

    Benito Madonia Rossana Casale Antonio Forcione – Com un BamBino - (Vento Del Sud)

    Sarah Jane Morris Antonio Forcione – Take Me Home – Live (Take Me Home)

    Antonio Forcione – Song for Zimbabwa - (Sketches Of Africa)

    Antonio Forcione, Neil Stacey – Birdland - (Talking Hands)

    Sarah Jane Morris Antonio Forcione – Message in a Bottle – (Compared to What)

    Antonio Forcione – Night Passage - (Ghetto Paradise)

    Antonio Forcione - Indian Cafe - (Ghetto Paradise)

    Antonio Forcione - Tears of Joy – (Tears of Joy)

    Antonio Forcione – I heard it through the Grapevine – (Live)

    Antonio Forcione – Africa - (Sketches Of Africa)

    Antonio Forcione – Alhambra – (Touch Wood)

    Antonio Forcione – Landmark – (Tears of Joy)

  • This month's show is all about Fela Kuti. In three sections I take you through some of my favourite Fela Kuti tracks, music from his sons Seun and Femi and some tunes inspired by the great man himself.

    Essential Info

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    Dive into Blogs, interviews and content, Music, Videos, Images, and Albums to listen to and purchase And more: 2BJazz - https://2bjazz.com

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    Enjoy the Music we Love

    NDFM

    Tracklist

    1. Shakara/Lady pt 1 - Red Hot Org and Cheikh Lo

    2. Highlife time - Fela Kuti

    3. Elbe Mi O (carry me) - Fela Kuti

    4. Shuffering and Schmiling - Fela Kuti

    5. Upside Down - Fela Kuti

    6. Jeun Ko Ku (chop and quench) - Fela Kuti

    7. African Soldier - Seun Kuti

    8. Bad Man Lighter (ft Black Thought) - Seun Kuti

    9. Na Oil - Seun Kuti

    10. Gimme my not back - Seun Kuti

    11. Truth Don Die - Femi Kuti

    12. Privatisation - Femi Kuti

    13. Evil People - Femi Kuti

    14. Kalakuta Show - Fela Kuti, Mix Master Mike and Red Hot Org

    15. Water Get No Enemy - Fela Kuti

    16. Let's Start - Ty

    17. Grown Man Sport - Pete Rock and Inl

    18. Colonial Mentality - Fela Kuti

    19. Smithsonian Institute of Rhyme - Blackalicious ft Lateef

    20. Whatcha Gonna Do - Missy Elliott and Timbaland

    21. So Be It - Red Hot Org