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Pharoahe Monch came down to the Brownswood basement ahead of his sold out show at The Garage in Highbury a couple of weeks ago. We talked Hip Hop history, digging for records, sampling and his love of playing in the UK. It was fascinating to hear his stories of the early days of Organized Konfusion and Rawkus Records as well as the plans for his next album. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I avoided the really obvious hits that you can hear everywhere and went for my personal faves, and a solid dose of the music that went on to shape the unique sound of Earth Wind and Fire from his early years working with two great mentors to him, Ramsey Lewis and Charles Stepney.I got so much pleasure recording this – I hope you enjoy as much as I did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gilles was recently in Brazil to play at Boiler Room with the Sonzeira Reconstructed project, as well as working on the sophomore Sonzeira album. Whilst he was in Recife and Rio, Gilles found time to do some record shopping, and here are some of the highlights! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gilles sits down with UK drum and bass pioneer Goldie, to talk about his life in music. Having been at the forefront of Drum and Bass for two decades, Goldie is back with new material. As well as the music that has helped him make his name, Goldie and Gilles discuss everything, from his breakbeat inspirations, telling the stories of his early days as a graffiti artist, through the history of Metalheadz to the current state of his scene. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Blue Note recording artist and jazz drummer Otis Brown iii swung by the Brownswood Basement back in May, and discussed his background including fellow New School graduates Bilal and Robert Glasper, and his links to legends like the most recorded drummer in history Bernard Purdie and Donald Byrd.Plus, Otis discusses his favourite drummers of all time, and the process behind his debut album from 2014, 'The Thought of You'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Ahead of their live show at St Pancras Old Church, here's a chat I had with the two boys from LV, Will and Simon, discussing their beginnings, their D&B period, linking up with Keysound and Hyperdub, working with Joshua Idehen, Omkalumkoolkat, and the new project featuring Armenian pianist, Tigran Hamasyan.Ancient Mechanisms’ is the fourth album by globetrotting London production duo LV. It traces a train of thought that was sparked by a live session with Tigran Hamasyan back in 2012: two an...
As part of Worldwide Festival 2015, Wednesday was Japan Night, showcasing the best of Japanese talent and culture. Part of the program involved beat-makers Yosi Horikawa and Daisuke Tanabe exploring Sete and the surrounding areas, collecting field recordings to use as the backbone of a specially produced track, shaped by the locality.The amazing outcome was ‘Song For Remy’ which the premiered at the Theatre De La Mer before their performances, and so the next day Gilles swung by the guys’ apartm...
Last week Gilles had the legendary trumpet player and electronic music pioneer, Jon Hassell pass by the Brownswood Basement.Jon was a close collaborator with David Byrne and Brian Eno, famed for his 'fourth world' sound which in the 1970s and 80s was unique in merging third world tradition with first world technology.During a hour of words and music, Jon honestly and thought-provokingly discusses that Talking Heads period and some of the regrets he has from that time, as well as touching on his ...
Ahead of his forthcoming ‘Formats’ album, dropping May 18th on The Vinyl Factory, Trevor Jackson came by the Brownswood Basement for an in-depth chat with Gilles.A decade in the making, Trevor discusses how ‘Formats’ came about, his graphic design career, growing up as the London club scene emerged, his role in Output, releasing early Four Tet and LCD Soundsystem, right through to talking about the state of club-culture today, and some exciting future projects.Raze – Break 4 Love (Champion)Broth...
California singer/songwriter/raconteur, and member of the AOR/yacht rock scene of the 70s and 80s, Ned Doheny swung by the basement during his European tour, to chat about his days on Asylum Records, his infamous grandfather, and the recent releases/reissues of his work, out on Numero and Be With Records.Tracklist:Ned Doheny - Watcha Gonna Do For MeNed Doheny - On & On DemoNed Doheny - A Love Of Your OwnChaka Khan - Watcha Gonna Do For MeNed Doheny - To Prove My LoveNed Doheny - Get It Up Fo...
For all the runners out there, particularly those who are putting the final preparations in for Sunday's London Marathon, here's 2 hours of music to keep you focused and motivated!Touching all bases throughout the mix, there are cinematic strings, afro percussion workouts, a footwork section, a building house and techno period, and of course the cool down with some disco and rare french jazz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Gilles interviews Chaka Khan. Chaka's career has spanned four decades, beginning in the 1970s as the front woman and focal point of the funk band Rufus. Often dubbed the Queen of Funk, Khan has won ten Grammys and has sold an estimated 70 million records worldwide. In this rare interview Gilles talks in depth to the Queen of Funk about her back catalogue and her eventful life in music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ahead of the Barbican Centre show, Gilles met the man behind the seminal Strata-East jazz record label, Charles Tolliver for an in-depth chat. They discuss Charles' beginnings, moving to NYC, the ethos behind the label, working with legendary musicians such as Jackie McLean, Max Roach and Horace Silver, as well as releasing Gil Scott Heron's 'The Bottle'.Tracklist:Charles Tolliver - Prayer For PeaceJackie McLean - It's TimeJackie McLean - RevillotJackie McLean - TruthBooker Irvine - Stolen Momen...
Last summer, P Funk legend and Parliament/Funkadelic founder, George Clinton passed through the Brownswood Basement, to chat with Gilles about his phenomenal career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
At the end of last year, London Acid House legend Terry Farley swung by the Brownswood Basement for a chat with Gilles, discussing his 'Acid' compilation series, which dig deep into Chicago house and deep house from the mid to late 1980s.Terry also discusses his role in the seminal club night, Shoom, the Boy's Own fanzine he ran with Andrew Weatherall, and the Junior Boy's Own label which birthed Chemical Brothers, Underworld, and many more.Plus, Terry discusses London in the 1970s and 80s, his ...
Last week Dan Snaith aka Caribou swung by the Brownswood Basement for a mix and a chat, discussing his 30 minute mix of 7inch records, as well as the success of the album and his upcoming tour! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/joe-davis_gpww11-tn.jpg) Download HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/17-gilles_peterson-vol01-no11.mp3)1 - arthur verucai - sucari2 - antonio adolfo - bola da vez3 - zeep - super4 - binario - jazz hole5 - trouble man - have a good time6 - democustico - vaga lume7 - democustico - o sonho (mr beatnick remix)8 - azymuth - wait for my turn (spiritual south remix)9 - joyce - magica (2007 hor...
Following an incredibly successful partnership for the Worldwide Awards Afterparty last year, Footpatrol and Gilles PetersonWorldwide are back again for the main awards event and to present the “The Footpatrol Track of the Year Award” for 2015.The Track of the Year award has previously been bestowed on Lone for “Airlow Fires”, Andrew Ashong & Theo Parrish for “Flowers” and Jamie XX’s tight remix of Adele’s “Rollin In the Deep” - there is a public vote to decide the winner worthy of “The Foot...
In memory of the late, great Horace Silver, who sadly passed way earlier this week, it only seemed right for Gilles to do a tribute mix featuring some of his greatest works.As one of the most prestigious American jazz musicians, Horace became close with Blue Note's Alfred Lion and Francis Wolff, going on to release a large body of work on the legendary label, over a 30 year period.RIP Horace Silver.Horace Silver - Senor Blues (Vocal Version)Horace Silver - Doin’ The Thing IntroThe Horace Silver ...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/neneh-685-2.jpg)Swedish singer/songwriter Neneh Cherry came over to the Brownswood Basement last month to perform 'Blank Project' live at Boiler Room alongside Rocket Number Nine, and whilst she was here, we grabbed her for a quick chat.In this podcast, whilst the boys are sound-checking next door, Neneh discusses the Blank Project's inception and the unusual surroundings in which it was recorded, how she first connected with Kie...
With just over a month to go until the event, Gilles presents an podcast featuring a hour of music from artists performing at the Worldwide Awards 2014. The Awards are happening on January 18th 2014 at Koko, Camden, featuring The Internet, Andrew Ashong, Jonwayne, Cid Rim, Toddla T, Ady Suleiman, Jimi Tenor, Valerie June, Kyodai and many more.You can grab your tickets HERE (bit.ly/18EYkDW).You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeters...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/CC_brownswood_2_crop-e1380661432710.jpg)This young Norwegian producer first caught our ears last year with a clutch of killer edits and the excellent 'Mirror Maru EP' (https://soundcloud.com/cashmerecat/mirrormaru), the latter remaining firmly wedged in Gilles' record box and radio playlists right up to today. In fact, the title track kicks off proceedings GP's Worldwide FM station on the new GTA V game. In town for the Earnest E...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Fortuna2_WEB-e1380029079747.jpg)Zack from Fortuna Records dropped in a couple of weeks ago and blessed the Brownswood Basement with an all vinyl selection of Middle Eastern gems. Mostly recorded in Israel but featuring musicians from all over the Middle Eastern region (Morocco, Turkey, Greece, Egypt) it highlights the amazing fusion of Arabic folk music with jazz, rock, funk and disco styles in the early 70s. Essential listening ...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Atjazz_Karizma_Gilles_WEB-e1378380245379.jpg)Two certified dons of the Worldwide underground dropped by last week for a very special back-to-back mix in the basement and a catch-up with Gilles. Atjazz has been at the top of his game for nigh on 20 years, globally renowned and respected for the deeply melodic and soulful productions on his own labels Mantis Recordings and Atjazz Record Company. He's also been a prolific remixer le...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/GP_Marcos-e1375289581341.jpg)This year Marcos Valle celebrates his 50th year in music! The perfect opportunity for Gilles to invite the legendary Brazilian singer-songwriter down to the basement for an indepth chat about his musical roots, influences and inspirations; the Bossa Nova greats; the Tropicalia movement; and, of course, his collaborations with the likes of Sarah Vaughan, Chicago and Leon Ware. It's a deep one!You can d...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Alice_Russell-e1366724447698.jpeg)One of the finest contemporary soul voices to come out of the UK and an all round national treasure, Alice Russell dropped by Brownswood a little while back as she was preparing to release her brand new album 'To Dust'. It has to be said she mostly came for Cheese Wednesday, but she did catch up with Gilles in the basement to discuss her ongoing collaborations with the likes of Quantic and TM Juk...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Jamie_Lidell_GP-e1362656154341.jpg)Genius singer-songwriter and production mastermind Jamie Lidell (check his tour dates (http://www.jamielidell.com)) has been roaming around the fringes of mainstream consciousness for over a decade. A veteran of Warp's impressive artist roster, he has consistently flirted with pop sensibilities but his approach has always skewed delightfully from the left, resulting in a string of killer albums ...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/dj-day-gilles-e1360057535638.jpg)Yet another Californian don DJ / producer / musician - DJ Day - passes by Brownswood to shoot the breeze with Gilles, chat about his new album 'Land Of 1000 Chances' and get live on the turntables. His good friend J Rocc was the last DJ to bless the basement with a live mix. Would he maintain those exceptionally high standards? DAMN STRAIGHT!! You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrr...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/bobby_gilles_low1-e1358957026316.jpg)Just before Xmas we were blessed to welcome the legendary singer-songwriter Bobby Womack to the Brownswood Basement for a chat with Gilles. The original interview was broadcast on Gilles' BBC Radio 6 Music show but, given the super-heavyweight status of Mr Womack and his history in music, we couldn't resist posting up this special extended version. Shouts to Dave O'Donnell on the edit!! You ca...
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/diggs_duke_WEB-e1357217789707.jpg)American singer-songwriter Diggs Duke caught our ear in 2012 with a string of awesome self-produced releases via his Bandcamp (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/99_Gilles_with_Diggs_Duke.mp3) (so much so that we had to include his track 'Nine Winning Wives' on Brownswood Bubblers Nine). Watch out for him in 2013 - we're tipping him big! Anyways, Gilles cau...
