(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/gilles-jrocc-podcast.jpg)J Rocc... turntablist / party DJ / producer and beatmaker / record collector... but above all else a fan of music. The Beat Junkie took a little time out from his hectic touring schedule (alongside the likes of Madlib and Black Star) to bless the Brownswood Basement with a storming DJ mix and catch up with Gilles.You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.co...
Dec 06, 2012•1 hr 56 min
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/IMG_86561-e1352203384471.jpg)Famed for his heavily improvised live sets and with a handful of killer releases under his belt (including production credits for the likes of Jose James and Ty) Taylor McFerrin is set for a big 2013. His debut album will drop on Flying Lotus's Brainfeeder imprint so Gilles invited him down to the basement for a chat and a sneak peek at his new material.You can download the podcast HERE (http://media....
Nov 06, 2012•59 min
(http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/DJ_NATURE_ch024FRONT-e1349256144450.jpg)It's been a while since we recorded one of our podcasts and that's primarily down to our move back to Brownswood and the renovation of the basement studio. We're back in business now though and kicking off with DJ.NATURE aka Nature Boy aka Milo - Wild Bunch OG, Major Force West affiliate and connoisseur of that good stuff... full spectrum... from hip-hop to house and techno and beyond. Gill...
Oct 03, 2012•1 hr 29 min
Gilles set up the Steve Reid Foundation last year in memory of his close friend who sadly passed away after suffering from throat Cancer in April 2010 without the money for treatment that could have saved his life.Last years efforts to raise money were spearheaded by Gilles's marathon run, which he completed in 4 hours 43 minutes and 9 seconds. Rumour has it that he will do it again…!“This is something that is very close to me and that I feel strongly about, and wanted to set up something as a l...
Aug 13, 2012•1 hr 7 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Picture-47.png)A year on from the devastating tsunami that hit Japan, our good friend Toshio Matsuura shares this mix, following on from Gilles' 'Ganbare Nippon' mix (http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/2011/03/gilles-ganbare-nippon-mix/) a year ago. Much love to all crew in Japan!You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/94_Pray_Play_for_Japan_2012.mp3) [right-...
Mar 13, 2012•1 hr 18 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/gilles_havana-e1328113116296.jpg)Gilles takes a look back at his journey of discovery with the Havana Cultura project which has so far thrown up multiple trips to record in Cuba alongside the likes of Roberto Fonseca, Mayra Caridad Valdes, Los Aldeanos, Danay Suarez, Edgaro, Francis del Rio and a string of other amazing Cuban musicians, vocalists and rappers.You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson...
Feb 01, 2012•38 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/gp-xmas-e1323796633716.jpg)GP in the mix ahead of his "All Night Long" party on Friday...You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/92_All_Night_Long_Christmas_Party_2011.mp3) [right-click-and-save on a PC // ctrl+click on a Mac]… or subscribe to Gilles’ podcasts via iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/gilles-peterson/id254695278)DJs //Gilles PetersonAfrobudd...
Dec 14, 2011•1 hr 20 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/gilles_idris.jpg)Earlier this year Gilles met up with Idris Ackamoor - multi-instrumentalist and co-founder of afrocentric spiritual jazz collective The Pyramids - to chat about his early influences; his time studying at the artistic hotbed that was Antioch College (Ohio); his spiritual journey in Ghana, Uganda and Ethiopia; and the amazing albums that The Pyramids recorded throughout the 1970s. There's also a couple of brand new e...
Nov 29, 2011•1 hr 29 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/gilles_P_masterpiece.jpg)A few weeks back, Gilles was a guest on Ross Allen's Ministry of Sound radio show, coinciding with the release of Gilles' brand new Masterpiece compilation. Typically, as the two are firm friends and kindred spirits, what was supposed to be a short interview snowballed into a 2 hour marathon and threw up some amazing insight into Gilles' musical roots and broadcasting career. So much so that we felt compell...
Oct 17, 2011•2 hr 3 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/P9030020.jpg)(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/P90300201.jpg)Born in West Africa, currently residing in Germany, DJ, producer and record label owner Raoul K, drops by to record a mix for Gilles and have a quick chat (in French!!).You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/89_Gilles_with_Raoul_K.mp3) [right-click-and-save on a PC // ctr...
Sep 20, 2011•56 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/rodigan.jpg)Given that Notting Hill Carnival is fast approaching and also the overwhelming response to Gilles' extended interview (it was supposed to be 20 mins!) with the legendary DJ/broadcaster David Rodigan when it was first broadcast a couple of months ago, we decided to make it available as a podcast. Selection without objection!You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gil...
Aug 22, 2011•2 hr
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Obenewa-e1306424661144.jpg)Obenewa (http://www.obenewa.com) has been a recent discovery for us. Blown away by the tracks on her debut EP, we invited the West London based singer songwriter to make the trek out East (well... Old Street) to perform at our Record Store Day shindig in April. She came... and she killed it. Here are some words and music with Gilles about her aforementioned wonderful EP [iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/gb...
May 27, 2011•45 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/800px-Richard_Spaven_photo-508x340.jpg)Gilles is joined by highly respected and highly praised drummer, Richard Spaven (http://www.myspace.com/richardspaven). Having drummed for the likes of the late Guru, the Robert Mitchell 3io, 4Hero, Jose James, Cinematic Orchestra and Mark De Clive Lowe to name a few, Richie has in recent times broken ground as an artist in his own right and his debut album in the Jazz re:freshed (http://www.j...
May 20, 2011•1 hr 11 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Badu1-255x340.jpg)Gilles is joined by the legendary Erykah Badu, who throws together an impressive mix which she breaks down track by track as well as chatting with Gilles about all things from what she's up to at the moment, working with Roy Ayers and why Questlove is afraid of her!You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/85_Erykah_podcast.mp3) [right-click-and-s...
May 17, 2011•54 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2526-e1301572156828.jpg)Gilles P meets up with Homeboy Sandman (http://newpro.homeboysandman.com/) in the wake of his triumphant performance at the Worldwide Awards. The freaky flowing NY MC's 'Parallel Perpendicular' jam stubbornly refused to budge from GP's radio playlists last year... but there's plenty more heat where that came from!You can download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.c...
Mar 31, 2011•58 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Loleatta+Holloway-e1300793057958.jpg) (http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Loleatta_1.jpg) (http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Loleatta_1.jpg)(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Loleatta_11.jpg)RIP Loleatta Holloway (1946 - 2011)A short tribute to the late great Loleatta Holloway who sadly passed away this week aged 64. The tribute features three ...
Mar 23, 2011•25 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Nuts_GP-e1300704591883.jpg)Recorded in the Brownswood Basement one freezing, grey day in the bleak mid winter - Nuts brings the sunshine vibes via a very special - pure vinyl - DJ mix crammed with rare, sought after Brazilian gems from the 60s and 70s, interspersed with much talk of crate-digging and the legendary musicians featured herein. One for the headz!Download the mix HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blu...
Mar 21, 2011•1 hr 17 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/candle-light-wallpapers_5408_1024x7681-425x340.jpg)The shocking events this last week in Japan will affect us all. Many of my closest friends, family and work colleagues are there. It is my second home. As a DJ I have spent some of my most inspired nights in Japan. I always come back inspired, refreshed and motivated.The Japanese people have always shown me love and affection - they are the most passionate music fans and if they li...
Mar 15, 2011•1 hr 9 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/ghostpoet_live-e1298981532535.jpg)Rapper/producer and all round gent Ghostpoet is riding high right now, having just dropped his debut album 'Peanut Butter Blues & Melancholy Jam' to universal acclaim. Currently supporting Jamie Woon on tour, he took a little time out to chat to Gilles about his musical journey to date.Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/80_Gille...
Mar 01, 2011•50 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/201-e1297076765481.jpg)Gilles looks back on an AMAZING evening of music at this year's Worldwide Awards in London and we enjoy some of the live highlights from Brandt Brauer Frick, United Vibrations feat. Homeboy Sandman, Rocketnumbernine & Four Tet, James Blake, Flying Lotus and Mount Kimbie. Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/79_WWA2011_Review.mp3) [right-clic...
Feb 08, 2011•40 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Phillipe-Cohen-Solal-453x340.jpg)Founder of the world renowned Gotan Project, Phillipe Cohen Solal supplies an exclusive mix and talks with GP about the past, present and future of the acclaimed collective.No tracklist available on this one, sorry guys!Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/76_Gilles_with_Gotan_Project.mp3) [right-click-and-save on a PC // ctrl+click on...
Jan 13, 2011•1 hr 6 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/GP_Herbie_Crop.jpg)PART 2... Gilles meets one of his musical heroes - the legendary Herbie Hancock - and goes in deep on the Blue Note years, discussing the amazing records he recorded, the celebrated musicians he worked with and the culture of innovation within the Blue Note family.Deja-vu? Yeah I know. We've been having a few technical issues with our podcasts and iTunes of late. I won't bore you with the details but would like t...
Jan 06, 2011•1 hr 12 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/GP_Herbie_Crop.jpg)Gilles meets one of his musical heroes - the legendary Herbie Hancock - and goes in deep on the Blue Note years, discussing the amazing records he recorded, the celebrated musicians he worked with and the culture of innovation within the Blue Note family. We were so pleased with the interview that we've left it largely intact, and the result is a marathon 2-part podcast... we hope you enjoy it.Merry Xmas and a Ha...
Dec 24, 2010•1 hr 14 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/alice-russell1.jpg)The amazing Alice Russell joins GP for a warming cup of tea and a chat about her musical journey to date alongside the likes of TM Juke and Quantic, the artists who inspire her and there's also a sneaky exclusive preview of a few of the demos for her new album.Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/77_Gilles_with_Alice_Russell.mp3) [right-click-and-sa...
Dec 08, 2010•58 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_1006-453x340.jpg)Two kindred spirits join Gilles in the studio for in-depth chat, laughs and the sharing of marvellous music. Kings of diggin' Kon & Amir both share Gilles' voracious appetite for record collecting so there are plenty of killer tunes spun here, including a bunch of the duo's own special DJ reedits.Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/75_Kon_and...
Nov 17, 2010•1 hr 17 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/gilles-PP-0ct2010_v22-340x340.jpg)To get you in the mood for tomorrow nights proceedings at Plastic People, Gilles has put together another exclusive and fresh mix for all you lucky guys.If your coming down tomorrow night be sure to arrive early as the last one was ram out by half 11!See you in the dance.Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/74_Gilles_Jus_Jazz_And_45s_...
Oct 21, 2010•56 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/WinterBlues.Car_.Web_.jpg) Gilles delivers yet another deep and tasty mix to blow away your winter blues...Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/73_Gilles_Winters_Here_Oh_Well_Mix.mp3)TRACKLIST (http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Gilles-torrent.jpg)1. Gilles Torrent Jazztet - Terre Engloutie (plainis phare)(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.am...
Sep 27, 2010•59 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/GP_flyer-e12845655744541-340x340.jpg)Gilles gets the vibes bubbling nicely with this essential selection of deep and rare disco grooves, in preparation for his all night set at Plastic People on Saturday.Download the mix HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/72_Gilles_Plastic_People_Warm_Up_Mix.mp3)TRACKLIST1 - Fanfair - Gotham Odyssey (Pelican)(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com...
Sep 21, 2010•1 hr 9 min
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sunra.jpg)(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/mal.jpg)Gilles supplies the perfect soundtrack to your chilled summer evenings with his 'Summer Jazz Mix' (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/71_Gilles_Summer_Jazz_Mix.mp3)Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/71_Gilles_Summer_Jazz_Mix.mp3) or subscribe to...
Aug 11, 2010•30 sec
(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/mosca-510x340.jpg) (http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/mosca.jpg)Rising star Mosca, whose sound seems to float on the fringes of dubstep, funky and post garage, joins Gilles in the basement to play some tunes and talk about what he's been up to recently, forthcoming projects and why he's called Mosca.Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/70...
Aug 04, 2010•1 hr 8 min
