Aurgasm — funk // soul The Bamboos are probably the finest funk band of the era. Sometimes infused with serious female vocal talent like Alice Russell, but often rocking a solid instrumental groove that needs no adornment, they got you covered; whether you’r... more info

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Altsounds — In support of her forthcoming release 'Pot Of Gold' out 5th October, Alice Russell performs live at London's *KOKO* on *this Thursday 1st October*. 'Alice Russell Live' features a six-piece band and is made up of some of the most... more info

Soul Sides — Nostalgia 77 feat. Alice Russell: 7 Nation ArmyThe Hot 8 Brass Band: Sexual Healing (Re-Edit)Both from Tru Thoughts Covers (Tru Thoughts, 2009)My first encounter with Tru Thoughts probably came via the Nostalgia 77, back in 2004 when I first wrote ab... more info

Soul Sides — Quantic and His Combo Barbaro: Mambo Los QuanticI Just Fell In Love AgainFrom Tradition in Transition (Tru Thought, 2009)It's good to be Will "Quantic" Holland. His soul/funk remixes and productions are some of the best out there but then he went to ... more info

Guardian Music — The rapper and sometime actor has turned to fashion to publicise his new record. But if you're expecting a garment that plays hip-hop then you'll be disappointedWhat better way to enjoy Mos Def's new album, The Ecstatic, than on ... er ... a T-shirt?... more info

Undercover, Australia — There is no denying, soul music is making a comeback and thanks to Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings, The Bamboos and many more like them a younger and younger audience is continuing to hear about this legacy. more info

Guardian Music — Here's the good news: a change is gonna come. Here's the bad news: you might not be around to see itI never knew you could have so much fun with insects. Honestly. Popular music has an unhealthy obsession with the things. As the A-list proves, from t... more info

JamBase — Words by: Jim Welte | Images by: Mr. Digby Alice Russell :: 03.24.09 :: Yoshi's :: San Francisco, CA Alice Russell In the past three years, a trio of previously unknown British soul singers has taken the music industry by storm. One of them i... more info

My Old Kentucky — Not to be confused with some of the earlier mentions for Dodge’s pooch, this UK DJ/Artist/Producer/Cartoonist did well to differentiate himself by bringing together Ninja Tuna (with complement CD Bonus Bait). Right away it should be known: t... more info